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Trip Code:
EBCNTT01Accommodation:
Tea house/TentMaximum Altitude:
5200mSeason:
February-June, September-DecemberMeals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner and ACTIVATES PACKAGEDestination:
Kathmandu/Dhaulagiri/Jomson/PokharaDuration:
20Grade:
Moderate to StrenuousTransportation:
bus/jeepNo of People | Price |
---|---|
1-1 | 2300 |
2-4 | 2200 |
5-6 | 2100 |
7+ | 2000 |
Trip Highlights
Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek Highlights:
- Great scenery with a variety of landscapes
- Exploration of the great Dhaulagiri Peak, the seventh-highest peak in the world
- Crossing two great high passes
- Rich cultural and religious immersion
- Perfectly planned acclimatization days
The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is an extraordinary journey that remains underrated. Therefore, A journey that attracts experienced trekkers, who seek adventure and solitude. The un-spoiled trail of this region, the journey comes with a great challenge. Unlike other great treks, this trek does not offer you the comfort of a teahouse trek. A challenging trek that requires great endurance, both physically and mentally.
How does Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek differ?
For those who take the risk, and conquer this trek, a rewarding experience awaits them. Moreover, The trek offers a sense of isolation from the crowds as not many go on this trek. You’ll witness lush landscapes, dense forests, and remote valleys. Therefore, The people throughout this region are friendly and offer you the best hospitality.
The journey begins in Pokhara, and you drive to the village of Beni from there. Following the Myagdi Rive through the gorge of Kali Gandaki Gorge. Therefore, The trail has a whole lot of experience that takes you through Gurung villages, great trails, and scenic woodlands. The trek continues to Dhaulagiri Base amp as you pass on through glaciers and steep landscapes. Challenges such as Dhampus Pass, then the trail connects to the Annapurna Circuit and ends in Jomsom. Therefore, From Jomsom, you will take a scenic flight back to Pokhara, where you will have a relaxed time to reflect on your journey.
How is Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek different from other treks?
The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek offers a unique blend of distinct experiences compared with other treks. Being a trek that takes you to more regular parts of Nepal. The teahouses are hard to find, so you should rely on tents to provide you with accommodation. These are a great way to find extraordinary adventures here in the great Himalayas. Taking you to the heart of the Dhaulagiri region, you witness the undisturbed and unexplored region that not many get to witness. The views are top notch and the trek overall is a great experience.
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Itinerary
Our team will welcome you at the airport and then transfer you to your hotel. In the evening you will have a small program as a final preparation for your trek. The whole afternoon you can enjoy the chaotic city of Kathmandu
Accommodation:
HotelMaximum Altitude:
1400m/4593ft.Meals:
breakfast
A leisure day where you walk around the valley to witness some important landmarks
Accommodation:
HotelMaximum Altitude:
1400m/4593ft.Meals:
Breakfast
Early morning, you will have a bus ride straight to the town of Beni. This will be a long drive of about 10 hours covering about 287 km. Reaching Beni you will relax and prepare for the trek that starts the next day.
Accommodation:
TeahouseMaximum Altitude:
830m/2723ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
From Beni, you join the trail that leads out from the Kali Gandaki Gorge. Leading you to the famous Tatopani, well known for its famous hot springs. Passing through a couple of bridges will take you from Simalchaur and then to Babiyachaur. Here, you will spend the night.
Accommodation:
TeahouseMaximum Altitude:
1560m/5118ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
From Dharapani, the trail gets steep and circular. Passing through many small villages as you cross the great Myagdi Khola. You climb through the famous ridgetop village of Muri. The village of Muri is settled just above the great terraced fields that add on to its beauty. You will spend the night here in Muri.
Accommodation:
TeahouseMaximum Altitude:
1720m/5643ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
More farmlands and terraced fields for this day. The fields are well planned with river water running just beside them. The backdrop of the great Himalayas will thrill you to its fullest. The trail passes through the village of Naura, as you encounter a steep ascent on the way to Bagar. With the assistance of our guides, it should be a piece of cake for you to reach Bagar. Overnight stay in Bagar.
Accommodation:
TeahouseMaximum Altitude:
2080m/6824ftMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
The day begins with a descent that takes you to the remote village of Jyardan. You pass on through more terraced fields and lush forests. Reaching Jyardan, you will again climb uphill, as your tear through that dense forest, until you reach this small settlement of Dobhan. You will spend your night here.
Accommodation:
TeahouseMaximum Altitude:
2520m/8268ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
As you climb and pass on through days of trekking, you now experience the change in terrain and landscapes. You pass on through great suspension bridges, as the view of the great Dhaulagiri peak gets clearer. On this day you will trek through alpine meadows. By sunset, you will reach the Choriban Khola, where you will Camp for the day.
Accommodation:
TentMaximum Altitude:
3445m/11302ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
The trail from Khola Camp leads to the great glacier fields of Chhonbarban. You get the perfect view of Dhaulagiri and witness how immense its size really is. With each hour passing by the peak gets closer and bigger. The goal for this day will be the Italian Base Camp where you will spend the night.
Accommodation:
TentMaximum Altitude:
3660m/12008ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Our first acclimatization day, as the elevation gain in the past few days has been massive. An acclimatization day allows your body to settle to this high altitude and lack of oxygen. At the same time, you get to rest and can explore the valley. You can go on short treks and capture great views of the surrounding mountains.
Accommodation:
TentMaximum Altitude:
3660m/12008ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
With a rest day, we move on will great energy. The great views of the majestic mountains, and the valleys keep us pushing. The trek to Glacier camp will be a rough one. Moving on through the glaciers as you reach Glacier Camp and set your camp there.
Accommodation:
TentMaximum Altitude:
4220m/13845ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
The big day has come, when you will be reaching the Dhaulagiri Base Camp. Moving on slowly, the ascend to the Base Camp is a tough one. What stands above us is a peak that towers at an altitude of 8167 meters. The sense of accomplishment as you conquer this base camp is out of this world.
Accommodation:
TentMaximum Altitude:
4748m/15577ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Another rest day is essential for us to be able to complete this trek. This stay at the base camp will be a legendary one. With the best view throughout this trek, the sister peaks add to the great beauty of Dhaulagiri. You can go on short hikes around the camp to get the most out of this day.
Accommodation:
TentMaximum Altitude:
4748m/15577ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
You must think, the trek is over, but it just got started. The best thing about a circuit trek is it lasts until the very end. The trail wraps around the mountains as you climb toward the French Pass. You get a new perspective on the Dhaulagiri range. You now move on to the Mysterious hidden valley. You now encounter another great feat of passing a high pass, the Thapa La at 5250 meters. Passing through the saddle that lies in Tukuche, you descend to our next camp sites where you set your camp for the day.
Accommodation:
TentMaximum Altitude:
5200m/17060ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
A day full of ascents and descents as the trail descends through the Hidden valley. You experience a roller coaster of feelings as you again ascend through another great pas, the Dhampus La. Crossing this pass you will now continue on a steep trail to Yak Kharka, where you will set your camp for the night.
Accommodation:
TentMaximum Altitude:
3700m/12139ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Yak Kharka is a famous checkpoint, the descent begins as you move on to the village of Marpha, just beside the great Kali Gandaki river, which we passed on through our first days of trekking. Marpha is a famous place, often known as the apple capital of Nepal. The brandies and jam products of this region are famous. The trail from Marpha now leads us to Jomsom, a very famous checkpoint joust above Pokhara. You will be spending the night here in a teahouse, with a comfortable stay after a very long day in a tent.
Accommodation:
TeahouseMaximum Altitude:
2700m/8858ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
With the sunrise, you now bid farewell to this great region for offering us such a heartwarming experience. The 20 minutes flight from Jomson takes you to Pokhara. Reaching the airport, we will transfer you to your hotel for the day, where you will spend the day relaxing or sightseeing in this beautiful city.
Accommodation:
HotelMaximum Altitude:
820m/2690ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
With a great breakfast, you move on through a scenic drive back to Kathmandu. Crossing great checkpoints moving across the great Pritivi highway. You get time to reflect back on this great journey. Reaching Kathmandu, you will be staying at a hotel.
Accommodation:
HotelMaximum Altitude:
1400m/4593ft.Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
The day has come when this all ends. We came here empty-handed but are returning back with a heart full of warm memories. The memories we created together will always remain close to our hearts. Thank you for choosing us
Price & Dates
What's Included
- Airport Pickup and Dropoff Service provided by Nepal Lion Tours and Treks
- A highly experienced, English-speaking trekking guide as well as an assistant guide if the group size exceeds 6 people
- A Strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (1 porter for 2 pax on sharing basis)
- Food during trek (Main course- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- All accommodation during the trek (in lodges and guesthouses) as well as 1 Night Hotel in Pokhara
- Bus from Kathmandu -Nagdi. Shared jeep or bus from Jomsom to Tatopani
- Tourist Bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
- All necessary trekking permits as well as government taxes and official expenses
- We will provided a sleeping bag, down jacket and a duffel bag (if you don't you have)
- A first aid kit and an oxymeter. In a worst case scenario, arrangements of an emergency helicopter evacuation service (to be paid for by your travel insurance)
What's Not Included
- Nepal entry visa fees
- Hotel and meals in Kathmandu
- Travel insurance
- All personal expenses
- All alcoholic and non-alcoholic hot and cold drinks and desserts.
- Tips for trekking staff ( Tip is expected)
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