Tour Info:

Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

Operation Head:

RAISHA SIMKHADA

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Region Remote Area Trek
Duration 21 Days
Grade 3 Strenous
Max Altitude 5115m
Best Season Feb, Mar, April, May, June, Sep, Oct, Nov and Dec.
Transportation Tourist Bus, Private Car Or Plane Flight out of Pokhara (optional)
Activity Per Day 5-6 Hours trekking

Overview

A trek around Dhaulagiri (8,167 meters), the 7th highest peak in the world, sited in the western part of Nepal is considered as a challenging and most rewarding trek around the inspiring Dhaulagiri massif. This isolated trekking offers amazing natural scenery, evergreen forest blossoming with rhododendron combined with native warm hearted people and their heady mixture of unique culture.

The journey to trek to Dhaulagiri takes the less-traveled route and will take you to base of Mount Dhaulagiri (26,795 ft), in beautiful surroundings. This is the seventh tallest peak in the world and one of the deadliest. From 1808 to 1848, Dhaulagiri was believed to be the tallest peak.

"Dhaula" means "white," "Giri" means "mountain," in Sanskrit (former Hindu dialect). The highest climb to this "what Peak" was made after the northeast range, but the climbs were performed from most directions. There were 358 active summits in 2007 and 58 deaths – a fatality rate of 16,2 per cent (among the sumiteers).

The popular and challenging high mountain passes in this area includes; French Pass (5,360 meters) and Dhampus Pass (5,182 meters). Trekking trail passes through forests full of ferns, oak, juniper and into the high provinces, making over snow and glaciers. Further, it circuits around the Dhaulagiri massif, displaying the beauty and wilderness of Nepal’s remote area, which truly is an adventure to any trekking enthusiast. This is a beautiful all round trek that incorporates the best of what Nepal has to offer while being off the beaten track. 

 

Highlights 

  • Crossing a high remote pass between the massive snow-capped peaks.

  • High and Wild Land at its best 

  • Trek on the Trans Himalayan Salt Trading Route and through the deepest gorge of the world. 

  • Few frequented villages with friendly residents.

 

Journey of Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

This journey begins in Beni, a big town about 2-3 hours drive from Pokhara. The road to Beni winds and passes through the mountains, but otherwise reasonably well-maintained. A number of treks in the Annapurna region continue or leave, Beni.

Plus, this is a demanding trek, and most trekkers won't want to extend it because of fatigue.

Outline Itinerary ( 21 Days )

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to Hotel

Welcome to Kathmandu. Once you reach the airport in Kathmandu, you will be warmly received by our airport representative who will help you with the transfer to the hotel.

Max Altitude Kathmandu (1,400 m)

Overnight Overnight at Himalayan Suite Hotel

Day 2 : Sightseeing of Kathmandu

Full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley (Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath, Swayambhu, and Kathmandu durbar square).

Max Altitude Kathmandu (1,400 m)

Overnight Overnight at Himalayan Suite Hotel
Meal Breakfast included

Day 3 : Kathmandu to Beni by bus (6-7hrs.)

We 're going to take the early morning bus to Beni. It's a nice ride with the green scenery. It is the offices of the district where the permits will be reviewed. The town we 're staying in is situated at the confluence of Myagdi Khola and Kali Gandaki.

Max Altitude Beni (899 m)
Duration Drive (6-7 hrs)
Overnight Overnight at Hotel
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 4 : Beni to Babiyachaur

After leaving Beni, we travel west along the north bank of Myagdi Khola. We pass through the village of Beni Mangalghat, Singa, and Tatopani. After passing two bridges, we enter the village of Simalchaur on the north bank. We 're going to meet Babiya Chaur from here. 

Max Altitude Babyachaur (945 m/3150ft)
Duration 4-5 hrs
Overnight Overnight at the Lodge
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 5 : Trek to Dharapani (1400m/4670 ft)–

As we leave Babiya Chaur, we come across terraced hills on either side of the river. The trail is fairly leveled as we pass through villages, Duk Khola, and fields to reach Rotorunga. As we move ahead, the valley narrows and we finally reach Dharapani.

Max Altitude Dharapani (1400m/4670 ft)
Duration 5-6 hrs
Overnight Overnight at the Lodge
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 6 : Trek to Muri

We cross the river from Dharapani to the west bank. After leaving Phedi, there is a steep climb until we reach the ridge where the trail flattens for a while. After climbing again, we 're going through Sibang, Mattim, Ghati Khola and Phalai Gaon. After passing Dhara Khola, we again reach the western bank of Myagdi Khola. Following that, we ascend the hill to eventually get to the Magar Village of Muri. 

 

Max Altitude Muri (1860m/6195ft)
Duration 5-6 hrs
Overnight Overnight at the Lodge
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 7 : Trek to Baghara

From Muri, we go down for a short time, cross the stream and pass through the terraced fields before ascending the ridge and entering the pass. We can see the glorious Mt. Ghustung South (6465 m.) from the pass. We 're going down to the west bank of Myagdi Khola and we're going to the village of Naura. Then we ascend a little, cross a slope, and scale another steep hill with zigzag tracks. Then we cross the forest and the terraced fields to finally get to Boghara.

 

Max Altitude Baghara (2040 m/6845ft)
Duration 5-6 hrs
Overnight Overnight at the Lodge
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 8 : Trek from Boghara to Doban

First, we go down through the lush greenery to the ridge and then through the forest to meet Jyardhan (the most remote settlement in the region). A long winding road needs to cross a mountainous landscape, descends and ascends again to meet Lipshe. Then we go through the forest to Lapche Kharka and then ascend to Doban, which is a fairly flat area.

Max Altitude Doban (2,520 m)
Duration 5-6 hrs
Overnight Overnight in the cabin
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 9 : Trek to Italian Base Camp

We cross a footbridge to depart Doban and then go up a forest land. We gradually get a peak of Dhaulagiri I and then get back to Myagdi Khola Bank. Then we cross a wooden bridge to the east bank and Cartare. We cross a wood, a rocky region, and a stream to enter Choriban Khola.

From here we continue to the Chhonbarban Glacier, which we join from the west. As we soak in the splendor of the Tukuche peak and the Dhaulagiri I road, after a while we reach the Italian Base Camp. The base camp (at an altitude of 3660 m.) has a magnificent view of Dhaulagiri II, Dhaulagiri III and Dhaulagiri V.

 

Max Altitude Italian Base Camp (3655 m/12,185ft)
Duration 6-7 hrs
Overnight Overnight at Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 10 : Rest and Exploration Day

Have easy day for acclamatization.

 

Max Altitude Italian Base Camp (3655 m/12,185ft)

Overnight Overnight at Guest House
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 11 : Trek to Glacier Camp

The trek starts early in the morning with good weather to avoid the stone falls that the area is prone to. We pass through a narrow gorge and then reach the Glacier camp.

Max Altitude Glacier Camp (4215m/14,045ft)
Duration 4-5 hrs
Overnight Overnight at tented camp
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 12 : Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp

This is an interesting day to see the north face of Dhaulagiri I along with other peaks such as Dhaulagiri II, Dhaulagiri III and Dhaulagiri V. The view of the ice-fall falling from the north-east is spectacular.

 

Max Altitude Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4740 m/15,800 ft)
Duration 5-6 hrs
Overnight Overnight at tented camp
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 13 : Trek to Hidden Valley via French Col/Pass

Since reaching the lake, we 're going to ascend two hills. The first hill runs along the glacier and crosses the mountain and the moraine. As we climb a gentle slope, we reach the French Pass at an altitude of 5360 m. A wonderful view greets us at the pass, which includes Mukut Himal, Tashi Kang and Sita Chuchura, which surrounds the Hidden Valley. We continue along the right edge of the French Pass to reach Thapa Pass at 5250 m. We're going down from the pass to reach the base camp

 

Max Altitude Hidden Valley (5115 m/17,045 ft), French Col/Pass (5360 m/17,870 ft)
Duration 5-6 hrs
Overnight Overnight at Guest House
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 14 : Rest Day at the Hidden Valley

Acclimatize and have easy day.

 

Max Altitude Hidden Valley (5115 m/17,045 ft)

Overnight Overnight at Guest House
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 15 : Trek to Yak Kharka via Dhampus Pass

We descend from Hidden valley to Dhampus pass at an elevation of 5200m. We continue from there to Yak Kharka which is perfect to set up camp and enjoy the surroundings at 3680m. 

 

Max Altitude Yak Kharka (3680 m/12,270 ft), Dhampus Pass (5,240 m/17,464 ft)
Duration 6-7 Hours
Overnight Overnight at Guest House
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 16 : Trek from Yak Kharka to Tukuche

From Yak Kharka, we descend steeply through forests and moraines for a few hours to reach Tukuche. Overnight local lodge.

 

Max Altitude Tukuche (2,680 m)
Duration 6-7 Hours
Overnight Overnight at Guest House
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 17 : Trek From Tuckuche to Kalopani

From Tukuche, we take a rough trail (on the bank of the Kali Gandaki River) to Larjung. There are a lot of fruit orchards here. Then we walk along a paved road, cross a pedestrian bridge and a forest to reach Kokkethanti. We pass the villages and pass the suspension bridge to meet our target, Kalopani. Local lodge for the night.

 

Max Altitude Kalopani (2,565 m)
Duration 6-7 Hours
Overnight Overnight at Guest House
Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 18 : Trek from Kalopani to Tatopani (1180m).

From Kalopani, we take an easy beautiful walk as we move towards subtropical vegetation. The trail follows a river through a narrow gorge and descends to cross a bridge and reach a waterfall. We then move across the valley to reach Tatopani. Overnight local lodge.

 

Max Altitude Tatopani (1,180 m)
Duration 6-7 Hours
Overnight Overnight at Guest House
Meal Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 19 : Drive back to Pokhara

After early morning breakfast, we take the jeep or local tourist bus to Pokhara. 

 

Max Altitude Pokhara (822 m)
Duration Drive (5-6 Hours)
Overnight Overnight at Hotel Lake Star
Meal Breakfast included

Day 20 : Drive or fly to Kathmandu

You will coming back to Kathmandu where your trip officially comes to end. You can enjoy 30 minutes whole body massage and farewell dinner with your trekking crew before you head back to your home next day. 

 

Max Altitude Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Duration Drive (6-7 hrs)
Overnight Overnight at Himalayan Suite Hotel
Meal Breakfast and dinner included

Day 21 : International Departure.

After break fast, our airport representative will drive you to the airport for your flight back to home. 

 




Meal Breakfast included

Include
Airport pick up & drop
Transportation by bus
Two/three star catagory hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara on twin sharing bed and breakfast basis
Fooding, lodging ,insurance and other expenses of trekking crew
Accommodation in Guest house with breakfast during the trek
Two nights camping with all meals
Nayapul to Pokhara by car
Necessary permit ,Tims and national park fees
Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
All necessary equipments during the trek
All the Meals including breakfasts, lunch and dinner during the trek (except in Kathmandu and Pokhara)
Exclude
Personal equipments and clothing
City sightseeing entry fee and your insurance

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