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  • Duration20 Days
  • Difficulty LevelStrenuous
  • Max Altitude5,360 M (17,585 ft)

Dhaulagiri Round Trekking in the Annapurna Region is one of the most challenging treks in Nepal. Dhaulagiri at 8167m is the sixth-tallest mountain in the world and stands high above the well-trekked Muktinath pilgrim trail up the Kali Gandaki Valley. Dhaulagiri base camp trek offers beautiful Himalayan views of Mount Dhaulagiri 8167m, Mt. Manaslu 8163m, Mt. Annapurna 8091m with over 20 snowy peaks.

Dhaulagiri Circuit trekking includes two passes; the French pass (5360m) and Dhampus pass (5234m) which no tea houses accommodations available, leaving only tent camping through this area. Our 3-week trek begins in the village of Beni, 3-4 hours from Pokhara, and leads us to the villages of Darbang, Muri, Chariban, the Italian Base Camp, Dhaulagiri Base Camp, the French pass, the Dhumpus pass and finally the Marpha assembly of the Annapurna Circuit trekking trail. Trekkers should be in good physical fitness to make this the most enjoyable experience. We recommend this trek for those seeking more of a challenge in more remote and rugged regions of Nepal.

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What makes this tour very interesting

  • World's Tallest Mountain Peaks.
  • World Heritage sites visit.
  • Rivers, lakes, Glaciers, Landscapes.
  • People, Remote lifestyle, food, culture.

Itinerary

  • Day: 1
    Arrive in Kathmandu.
    • Hotel
    • NA
    • Dinner
    • 1300 M
    • Kathmandu
  • Day: 2
    Kathmandu Heritage Sites Visit.
    • Hotel
    • 2-3 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast
    • 1350 M
    • Kathmandu City
  • Day: 3
    Kathmandu Drive to Beni.
    • Lodge
    • 7-8 Hour Drive
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 910 M
    • Beni
  • Day: 4
    Beni Trek to Babiachor.
    • Camping
    • 5 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 950 M
    • Babiachor
  • Day: 5
    Babiachor Trek to Dharapani.
    • Camping
    • 6 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 1400 M
    • Dharapani
  • Day: 6
    Dharapani Trek To Muri.
    • Camping
    • 5 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 1850 M
    • Muri
  • Day: 7
    Muri Trek to Boghara.
    • Camping
    • 6 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 2080 M
    • Boghara
  • Day: 8
    Boghara Trek to Dobang.
    • Camping
    • 5 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 2520 M
    • Dobang
  • Day: 9
    Dobang Trek to Choriban Khola.
    • Camping
    • 5 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 3110 M
    • Choriban Khola
  • Day: 10
    Choriban Khola Trek to Italian Base Camp.
    • Camping
    • 7 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 3660 M
    • Italian Base Camp
  • Day: 11
    Acclimatization and Rest day.


    • Camping
    • 1-2 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 3700 M
    • Italian Base Camp
  • Day: 12
    Itlalian Base Camp Trek to Glacier Camp.
    • Camping
    • 6 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 4210 M
    • Glacier Camp
  • Day: 13
    Glacier Camp Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp.
    • Camping
    • 7 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 4740 M
    • Dhaulagiri Base Camp
  • Day: 14
    Acclimatization and rest day.
    • Camping
    • 2 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 4800 M
    • Dhaulagiri Base Camp
  • Day: 15
    Dhaulagiri Base Camp cross the French Pass (5360) Trek to Hidden Valley.
    • Camping
    • 6-7 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 5200 M
    • Hidden Valley
  • Day: 16
    Hidden Valley Cross Dhampus Pass (5200M) Trek to Yak Kharka.
    • Lodge
    • 6 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 3680 M
    • Yak Kharka
  • Day: 17
    Yak Kharka Trek to Jomsom.
    • Lodge
    • 5 Hour Walk
    • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
    • 2710 M
    • Jomsom
  • Day: 18
    Jomsom Fly to Pokhara.
    • Hotel
    • Fly
    • Breakfast
    • 827 M
    • Pokhara
  • Day: 19
    Drive Back to Kathmandu.
    • Hotel
    • 5-6 Hour Drive (25 min fly)
    • Breakfast and Dinner
    • 1300 M
    • Kathmandu
  • Day: 20
    Final Departure.
    • NA
    • NA
    • Breakfast
    • NA
    • NA

What's Included

  • Full Board (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner) in Trekking
  • Accommodation during the trek (local lodge and tents).
  • All camping gears including toilet tents, shower tents.
  • The government registered English speaking local expert guides, porters.
  • Dhaulagiri / Annapurna Conservation park fees,TIMS Card.
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Guided Tour in the city with an expert tour guide.
  • Welcome and farewell dinner in the city
  • Equipment clothing for porter & staff.
  • Insurance for all staff & porters.
  • Transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek
  • First Aid Kit for Group and Staff.
  • Dhaulagiri - Annapurna Trekking Maps
  • Salary, allowances, expenses & insurance for all staff including porters

What’s Excluded

  • Nepal visa - Multiple Entrée 30 days - USD 40
  • Lunch & dinner during hotel stay in Kathmandu
  • Extra baggage charges
  • Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)
  • Tips for Guide, Dhaulagiri Crew team.
  • Any expenses incurred in emergency evacuation/roadblock due to any reason.
  • Personal insurance, medical evacuation in case of emergency.
  • Service other than mentioned above table drinks, snacks while walking
  • Expenses incurred due to accidents, landslide, strikes, political unrest, etc...
  • International airfare and airport taxes, excess baggage charges, battery charge (during the trek), telephone, etc….
  • Items of personal nature expenses such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
  • Entrance fees during sightseeing in the city.

Useful Information

Have Previous Hiking Experience?

  • To organize this trek there must be 2 people at least. 
  • Single travelers also possible request for a price.
  • Instead of Driving from Pokhara - Kathmandu can take a flight 25 minutes only.
  • For Group rates contact Rugged Trails Nepal Trek expert.