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Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek
The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is a challenging adventure around the world’s seventh-highest mountain, Dhaulagiri (8,167 m). The route passes through remote villages, terraced fields, and dense forests before reaching high alpine areas. Trekkers cross dramatic mountain passes like French Pass and Dhampus Pass, with close views of massive peaks and glaciers. This trek offers a mix of culture and wilderness, with nights spent in both villages and campsites. It is best for experienced trekkers seeking stunning scenery and an off-the-beaten-path experience.
5360m
17 days
2+
moderate
Darbang
Hiking and Trekking
jomsom
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kathmandu/ pokhara
17 days
Tourist coach, Domestic flight
Tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu, Teahouse during trek
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Dhaulagiri Circuit
Dhaulagiri Circuit trek is challenging and a real adventure for experienced trekkers who are looking for an expedition-like experience.
Dhaulagiri is the 7th highest mountain in the world. Dhaulagiri circuit trekking was first discovered by the 1950 by French expedition team that climbed Annapurna I. Dhaulagiri round trek is chiefly attractive to people drawn to high mountain and wilderness, and requires an excellent physical condition and basic mountaineering skills.
Dhaulagiri trekking begin from Beni Bazar, trekking into Italian Base Camp. There are basic tea houses with beautiful mountain view and terraces. After Italian Base Camp, we can trek through the glacier and snow clips. The final challenge over French pass, also the highest point of the trek, it is not too long an ascent but can be demanding. Descending from French pass, we enter the lonely but fascinating area know as Hidden Valley. This place is one of the few true wilderness areas accessible in Nepal. The Hidden Valley stretches away to the north eventually narrowing to a rugged gorge which connects to Upper Dolpa and Upper Mustang.
We need to organize full board of camping with guides and porters staffs for this trek. Our staffs carry all the necessary goods and prepare healthy meals during trek.
Dhaulagiri Circuit trek start from Beni bank of Kali Gandaki and Myagdi Khola, follow the Myagdi Khola westwards to Darbang and turn north on a tiny trail that leads through forests into the high country. Much of the route is on snow and glaciers as it crosses French Col, traverses the head of Hidden Valley and crosses Dhampus Pass. Dhaulagiri treks end at Marpha and return to Pokhara by domestic flight.
Highlights:
☛ The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking is considered to be one of the most remote and challenging trekking routes in Nepal.
☛ This is a circular hike of Mount Dhaulagiri, starting in Beni and ending in Jomsom. From Jomsome we fly to Pokhara.
☛ This route is considered to be one of the best hidden Nepalese trekking trails experience that is challenging but amazing trek from the low route to all the strict high passes.
☛ Best camping trekking experience.
Programme itinerary :
Day 1 : Arrive at Kathmandu (1400m) / Meet and Greet
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative will warmly welcome you and escort you to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing and preparation for trekking
Our guide will meet you in your hotel and brief you about the upcoming Dhaulagiri circuit trek trekking. He will guide you through all the formalities and necessary paper-works required for the trekking.
After that, we then do Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley of famous UNESCO world heritage sites like Boudhanath, one of the largest Stupas in the world; Swayambhunath, a famous monkey temple, and Pashupatinath, a sacred Hindu temple complex. Apart from Sightseeing, we also get a TIMS card and permits for our trekking on this day. In the evening, we do initial preparation for the trekking.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3: Kathmandu to Pokhara (1400 m): 7 - 8 hours drive
To start our trekking, we wake up early in the morning, take our breakfast in the hotel and drive to Pokhara in a tourist coach. We take our lunch for the day on the way. Upon arrival at Pokhara transfer to the hotel. In the evening, we do some leisure activities around Phewa Lake and do final preparation for the trekking.
Overnight at Hotel.
Alternative: You can also take a domestic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara. The duration of the flight is about 30 Minutes. One-way flight costs around 125 USD per Person. We can make a flight reservation for you. Please let us know.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Airport Pick-up and drop Service
- Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu (twin sharing basis) with breakfast
- Guided Tour of Kathmandu valley with an experienced tour guide
- Sightseeing charges and Entry fees
- Accommodation during the trek (teahouse / guesthouse / homestay)
- All meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Transportation (tourist coach / local bus / private vehicle)
- Experienced licensed English-speaking trekking guide
- Local government Entry Permit of Rs. 2000 (started in 2018)
- Insurance of the Guide and Porter
- TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) Trekking Permit Card
- Medical kits carried by the guide
- All necessary paper works, office service charge and all Government Taxes
- Upper mustang special permit
Optional Add-Ons:
- Porter (cost: 20 USD per day, carries 15 – 20 kg load. Accommodation, transport and meal of the Porter is paid by the company)
- Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map (in case if you don‘t have your own. Down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag must be returned after completion of the trip)
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
- Travel and rescue insurance (Essential: Should include emergency evacuation coverage while trekking up to 5000+ m)
- International airfare and Visa costs (you can get a Visa upon arrival at the Airport)
- Domestic flights
- Personal interest items or gears
- Tips to guide / driver / porter
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and pokhara.
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and pokhara in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Beverage and Drink Items / Other Extra facilities like hot shower during trek
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned in “What’s Included” section.