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Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek - 21 Days

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Starting from

USD 3250/person

Duration

21 Days

Difficulty

Challenging/Strenuous

Arrival City

Kathmandu

Departure City

Kathmandu

Max Altitude

5360m/ 17,580ft

Meals

20 Breakfast, 14 Lunch, 16 Dinner

Accommodation

3 star hotels in Kathmandu & Pokhara and tented camps during trek

Best Season

March, April, May, October, November

Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek Highlights

  • Enjoy a scenic journey through the picturesque Himalayan foothills towards Beni.

  • Experience the rich traditions and authentic mountain lifestyle of the local Magar communities.

  • Embark on an adventurous trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp and Italian Base Camp, surrounded by spectacular Himalayan giants.

  • Cross the challenging French Pass and Dhampus Pass while discovering the breathtaking, remote landscapes of Hidden Valley.

  • Follow the rugged trails down into the spectacular Kali Gandaki Valley, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery.

  • Take a memorable flight from Jomsom to Pokhara, enjoying magnificent aerial views of the Himalayan range.

  • - Spend unforgettable nights camping beneath a sky full of stars at remote high-altitude campsites.

Overview of Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

Dhaulagiri is the seventh highest mountain in the World with an elevation of 8167m (26795ft) above the sea level. The name of the mountain comes from Sanskrit where “Dhawala” meaning dazzling, white and “Giri” means mountain. Dhaulagiri circuit trek is one of the toughest and challenging treks in the Himalayas of Nepal. The trek passes through wild, remote and off the beaten trek area of the Nepal Himalayas. Dhaulagiri Circuit trek offers marvelous ad amazing views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range. The trek starts down in the farming villages of the Himalayan foothills, terraced hill side and climbs through a series of different climate zones into an increasingly empty landscape which is remote, wild and beautiful. The trek passes through alpine pastures, high windswept passes, forests, uninhabited valleys and cultivated terraced hills. During this trek we will have stunning views of Dhaulagiri (8167m), Dhaulagiri II (7751m), Dhaulagiri III (7715m) and Dhaulagiri V (7618m).

The trek route starts from Beni and then follows the Myagdi Khola (River) passing through beautiful Gurung Villages with terraced rice fields. After reaching Dhaulagiri Base Camp, we will trek down to cross French Pass and Dhampus Pass. Towards the end of the trek, after crossing Dhampus pass, we will stay a night in Jomsom and from there we will take a short 20 minutes flight to Pokhara.

Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek Itinerary

1

Upon arrival in Kathmandu Airport, you will be met with our representative and warm welcome. We will then drive to your hotel and check in. You are free for the day. In the evening we will greet you with a welcome dinner hosted by our company.

Dinner included

2

Today you will take a half day guided Kathmandu sightseeing of World Heritage site. You will be visiting Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swoyambhunath Stupa.  After the sightseeing, we will be doing the necessary preparation for the trip. You may also wish to buy some trekking gears such as Jackets, hats, t-shirt, walking stick, trekking bags etc which is easily found near your hotel.

Breakfast included

3

Today we will drive to Pokhara valley which is also known as the “Dreamland of Nepal” due its beautiful landscape, lakes and amazing mountain views. After arriving in Pokhara, check in to the hotel. In the evening we will proceed for boating in Fewa Lake for an hour and free time to explore the lake side area.

Breakfast included

4

Early morning we will drive to Beni which will be the starting point of our trek. After your permits are checked by the Police check post, we will start our journey towards Tatopani along the banks of Myagdi Khola (River). We then cross few bridges along the trail to reach the village of Babaichor.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

5

We will trek to Dharapani today which will take around 6 hours to reach through the wide valley and terraced fields and passing the village of Shahashradharra. Crossing the Duk Khola, we will continue walking through fields to arrive at Ratoruga. After some walk, we finally arrive in Dharapani.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

6

Today’s trek will be to Muri which will take around 5 hours of hike from Dharapani. As we cross the river, the trail becomes steep until we arrive at a ridge. We will cross Dhara Khola on the way and trek a while and climb a ridge again to reach Muri. Muri is a small village of Magar Community people.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

7

Today we will descent a while from Muri and pass through terraced fields before climbing a ridge to arrive at a pass where you can see Mt. Ghutsung (6465m). From there we will descend to Myagdi Khola and then trek along the west bank of the river to each Naura Village. From the village we will pass through a steep slope and finally descent through a forest and in a short while we will see the terraced fields to reach Bogara.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

8

Today we will descend through terraced fields, a ridge, forest and a remote settlement and pass through some rocky paths to reach Dobang. After arriving, you can explore the area.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

9

Today we will ascend from a forest, cross a wooden bridge and later descent to Myagdi Khola until we finally reach Chariban Khola.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

10

Today’s trek will lead us to a place along the trail where Tukuche Peak (6937m) becomes visible along the northern side of Dhaulagiri I (8167m). After a short hike we will reach Italian Base Camp (3660m). From there we can see beautiful vies of Dhaulagiri II (7751m), Dhaulagiri III (7715m) and Dhaulagiri V (7618m).

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

11

Today we will take a rest day in order to acclimatize. We can explore the area or just rest or relax for the day.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

12

Early morning we will start our trek to Glacier camp which will take us around 6 hours to reach. As we pass through narrow gorge we need to be careful of the falling stones from the ridge above.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

13

Today is one of the important days of our trek as we will be trekking to the base camp of Dhaulagiri. We will start early in the morning and it will take us around 7 hours to reach the base camp. From the base camp you can see amazing views of Dhaulagiri II (7751m) Dhaulagiri III (7715m) and Dhaulagiri V (7618m).

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

14

Today is another day for us to acclimatize. You can explore the beautiful area today. 

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

15

Today we will start early, crossing moraine to eventually reach a ridge that take us up to the easy angled snow slopes leading to the French Pass (5360m). We will then cross the pass to reach the Hidden Valley which is a great place for exploration.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

16

Today we will climb back to the level of French Pass at the other end of the valley and then make the high traverse across to the slightly lower Dhampus Pass (5280m). Once we are over the pass, we will then descend steeply to our camp in Yak Kharka.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

17

Today we will descend 1000m to the floor of the Kali Gandaki Valley and the pretty village of Marpha which is also known as the apple kingdom of Nepal. We then take a short walk towards the north to reach the small town of Jomsom.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

18

We will take short and interesting flight to Pokhara today. Upon arrival In Pokhara, check in to you hotel if the rooms is available for early check in. Rest of the day you can explore the beautiful lake side area.

Breakfast Included

19

After breakfast we will drive to Kathmandu crossing many hills and rivers. Upon arrival in Kathmandu you will check in to your hotel and free time on your own.

Breakfast included

20

Today is a free day for you in Kathmandu. You may wish to do some sightseeing which we can arrange for additional cost, or just rest and relax or do some last minute shopping in Thamel area.

In the evening our company will host you a farewell dinner with cultural show in a traditional Nepalese restaurant to celebrating the success of your trip.

Breakfast & Dinner included

21

Today you are free until your departure time to Airport. You can rest or relax or do shopping if you have some time. Our representative will come to pick you up 3 hours prior to departure time and transfer you to Airport. Have a good flight back home with beautiful Himalayan memories of Nepal.

Breakfast included

Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek Includes

  • 04 nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu inclusive of breakfast on a twin shared basis

  • 02 nights’ accommodation in Pokhara inclusive of breakfast in a twin shared basis

  • 14 nights’ accommodation in a tented camp

  • Welcome and Farewell Dinner

  • All meals on trek (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

  • Domestic Flight Jomsom - Pokhara

  • Airport – Hotel – Airport Transfers (Arrival & Departure)

  • Half day guided sightseeing of Kathmandu inclusive of entrance fees

  • English speaking trained trekking Guide with assistant guide

  • Porters to carry your bags (1 porter for 2 trekkers) 1 porter will carry maximum of 20 kg

  • Sleeping bags

  • Food, Accommodation, Salary, Insurance and equipment’s for all staffs

  • Duffel bag and T shirt (yours to take)

  • Sleeping bag (to be returned after the trek)

  • Good quality tents and kitchen utensils for camping

  • Group Camping equipments

  • All paper work and permits required for the trek

  • Medical Kit (carried by guide)

  • All ground transfers on comfortable private vehicle

  • All government, hotel and other taxes

Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek Excludes

  • International Airfare and taxes

  • Travel and rescue Insurance which covers emergency and evacuation.

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

  • Nepal Entry visa (Visa is obtained in Nepal Airport immigration on arrival. USD 25 per visa for 15 xdays, USD 40 per visa for 30 days and USD 100 per visa for 90 days. All the visas are multiple entry xvisas. Please carry 02 passport sized photograph

  • All items of personal nature like telephone bills, laundry, drinks etc.

  • Personal trekking equipments

  • Tipping to guide, porters and driver

  • Any other item that is not mentioned in the price inclusion list.

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