Region
Annapurna/ Dhaulagiri Region
Trip Grade
Grade 3: Hard/challenging
Accommodation
Tea House
Total Distance
205 km
Start / End Point
Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Durations
19 Days
Max. Altitude
5416m/17769.03ft
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Group Size
above 1 pax
Best Season
March to May/sept to Nove
Activity per day
8 hr
Transportation
Hiking/Drive/flight
Trip Highlights
Dhaulagiri Massif: Enjoy unparalleled close-up views of Dhaulagiri I (8,167m), the seventh-highest peak in the world, and other peaks over 7,000m.
High Passes: Conquer the French Pass (5,360m) and Dhampus Pass (5,240m), which offer breathtaking panoramas.
Hidden Valley: Trek through the serene Hidden Valley, a snow-covered area behind the Dhaulagiri massif.
Glaciers & Moraines: Experience trekking on white icy tracks and glacial moraines.
Dhaulagiri Base Camp: A stunning base camp that provides dramatic views of Dhaulagiri and its glaciers.
Views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri: The trek offers incredible views of these massive peaks from different angles.
Remote Villages and Culture: Trek through traditional villages with a rich cultural heritage of Magar and Thakali people.
Marpha Village: End the trek in the apple-famous town of Marpha, located on the Annapurna Circuit route.
Kaligandaki Gorge: Explore parts of the world's deepest gorge, the Kaligandaki Gorge.
Trip Overview
The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek offers an adventurous and physically demanding experience for trekkers seeking a remote and thrilling journey in the Himalayas. With stunning mountain views, alpine landscapes, and cultural immersion in remote villages.
The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is one of the most challenging and rewarding treks in Nepal. Located in the Annapurna region, the trek circles the majestic Dhaulagiri Mountain (8,167 meters), the seventh-highest peak in the world. The route takes trekkers through remote valleys, high-altitude glaciers, pristine forests, alpine meadows, and rugged mountain terrain. The trek offers stunning views of the Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and other surrounding peaks, along with an opportunity to experience the culture of various ethnic groups along the way.
The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is an 18-to-19-day expedition offering an “expedition experience” in a remote, rugged, and less-crowded region of the Nepalese Himalayas. It involves traversing challenging high-altitude passes like French Pass (5,360m) and Dhampus Pass (5,240m), trekking across glaciers and moraines, and experiencing diverse landscapes from lush forests to barren mountain vistas. Key highlights include stunning views of the Dhaulagiri massif, the serene Hidden Valley, and the culture of the Thakali community. This challenging trek is best suited for experienced and resilient trekkers with good physical fitness and acclimatization abilities.
Detailed Itinerary
- Arrive in Kathmandu, Nepal.
- Complete trekking permits and preparations.
- Overnight in a hotel.
- Take a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Beni, a small town in the Myagdi District.
- Overnight in a teahouse.
- Begin the trek with a gentle walk through villages and terraced fields.
- Cross the Myagdi Khola and reach Babichaur.
- Overnight in a teahouse.
- Continue trekking through forests and villages.
- Enjoy views of Gurja Himal and Dhaulagiri.
- Overnight in Dharapani.
- Trek through lush forests and cross several streams.
- Reach Muri, a small village with stunning mountain views.
- Overnight in a teahouse.
- Trek through rugged terrain and dense forests.
- Pass through small settlements and terraced fields.
- Overnight in Boghara.
- Continue ascending through forests and cross the Myagdi Khola.
- Reach Dobang, a small settlement surrounded by forests.
- Overnight in a teahouse.
- Trek through dense forests and cross several streams.
- Reach Choriban Khola, a campsite near the river.
- Overnight in tents.
- Trek through rocky terrain and glacial moraines.
- Reach Italian Base Camp, with stunning views of Dhaulagiri.
- Overnight in tents.
- Rest and acclimatize to the altitude.
- Explore the surrounding area and enjoy the views.
- Overnight in tents.
- Trek across the Dhaulagiri Glacier.
- Reach Glacier Camp, a high-altitude campsite.
- Overnight in tents.
- Trek through challenging terrain to reach Dhaulagiri Base Camp.
- Enjoy breathtaking views of Dhaulagiri and surrounding peaks.
- Overnight in tents.
- Spend the day exploring the base camp and surrounding areas.
- Rest and acclimatize.
- Overnight in tents.
- Cross the challenging French Pass, the highest point of the trek.
- Descend to the Hidden Valley, a remote and beautiful area.
- Overnight in tents.
- Cross the Dhampus Pass and descend to Yak Kharka.
- Enjoy views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
- Overnight in tents.
- Descend through the Kali Gandaki Valley to Jomsom.
- Celebrate the completion of the trek.
- Overnight in a teahouse.
- Take a scenic flight from Jomsom to Pokhara.
- Relax and explore Pokhara.
- Overnight in a hotel.
- Drive or fly back to Kathmandu.
- Enjoy a farewell dinner.
- Overnight in a hotel.
Transfer to the airport for your departure.
Cost Includes
- Airports pick up and drop off by private vehicle
- All Transportation
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara BB (Bed & Breakfast) basis
- Internal domestic flights
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner) each day during the trek
- Best accommodation at tea houses during trek period
- Capmping equipment during the trek.
- Professional English-speaking guide service trained by government of Nepal.
- Experience trekking staffs (2 guest = 1 porter basic) to carry your backpack and Extra port to carry camping equipments.
- All necessary paperwork, trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS) and local taxes
- Travel and rescue arrangements if require
Cost Excludes
- International Flight Ticet.
- Nepal visa fees.
- Personal expenses such as drinks, postage, laundry.
- Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara.
- Travel insurance.
- Emergency evacuation.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Costs arising from unforeseen events outside the control of our company.
