Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking

Arrival in Kathmandu.

Your trip day starts today when you arrive to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Upon your arrival, you will be received by our representative at the airport. He will be carrying a signboard with our company’s name on it. Then you will be transferred to the tour hotel and checked in. A trip briefing will follow later today and the time will be notified to you by the representative who picks you up from the airport. We will come to meet and brief you about the trip at the fixed time. Until then just relax or explore a bit of surrounding.

Heritage Tour of Kathmandu.

Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley.

Your sightseeing trip starts from the hotel after breakfast at around 8:30 am. We will be provided private vehicles and a professional tour guide for the tour. You will start your sightseeing tour from the largest Hindu temple Pashupatinath, then visit Bouddhanath and Swoyambhunath (the Monkey temple). At the end of the day, you will visit the Kathmandu Durbar Square and then drive back to the hotel to prepare for the trip with a short briefing about the trek.

Kathmandu to Pokhara (7/8 hrs).

Kathmandu to Pokhara (7/8 hrs).

Kathmandu to Pokhara by Tourist bus is the best way to transport to travel Pokhara by overland.

Pokhara to Darbang (1110m).

Pokhara to Darbang (1110m).

Pokhara, then drive down into the Kali Gandaki Valley and up the tributary Myagdi Khola valley as far as Darbang situated at an altitude of approximately 1100 meters. We set up the first camp of the trip at Darbang.

Darbang – Dharapani – 1400 m.

Trek To Dharapani (1560m, 5/6 Hours).

We set off trekking, passing through several villages route to the ridge-top settlement of Dharapani.

Trek from Dharapani to Muri (1850m).

Trek from Dharapani to Muri (1850m).

From Dharapani, we cross the river to the west bank. After leaving Phedi, there is a steep climb until we reach a ridge from where the trail flattens for a while. After climbing again, we pass through Sibang, Mattim, Ghati Khola, and Phalai Gaon. After crossing Dhara Khola, we reach the west bank of Myagdi Khola again. After that, we climb a ridge to finally reach the Magar village of Muri. Overnight at tented camp.

Trek from Muri to Boghara (2085m).

Trek from Muri to Boghara (2085m).

From Muri, we descend for a short while, cross a stream and pass through terraced fields before climbing a ridge and reaching a pass. From the pass, we can see glorious Mt. Ghustung South (6465 m.). We descend to the west bank of Myagdi Khola and move to Naura village. Then we climb a little, traverse a hill, and climb another steep hill with zigzag trails. Then we cross a forest and terraced fields to finally reach Boghara. Overnight at tented camp

Trek from Boghara to Doban (2520m).

Trek from Boghara to Doban (2520m).

First, we descent through terraced fields to a ridge and then through a forest to reach Jyardhan (the most remote settlement in the region). A high winding path crosses a rocky area, drops and ascends again to reach Lipshe. Then, we continue through a forest to Lapche Kharka and then climb to Doban which is a fairly leveled area. Overnight at tented camp.

Trek from Doban to Italian Base Camp (3660m).

Trek from Doban to Italian Base Camp (3660m).

We cross a wooden bridge to exit Doban and then ascend a forest area. We slowly get a glimpse of Dhaulagiri I and then descend back to Myagdi Khola bank. Then we cross a wooden bridge to reach the east bank and Chartare. After that, we cross a forest, rocky area, and a stream to reach Choriban Khola.

From here we proceed towards Chhonbarban glacier which we enter from the right. As we soak in the splendor of Tukuche peak and Dhaulagiri I from the trail, we reach the Italian Base camp after some time. The base camp (at an elevation of 3660 m.) has splendid views of Dhaulagiri II, Dhaulagiri III, and Dhaulagiri V. Overnight at the tented camp.

Acclimatization day at Italian Base Camp.

Acclimatization day at Italian Base Camp.

We take the day off to rest and acclimatize to the thinning air of the high altitude. We roam around the camp with other trekkers and enjoy the jaw-dropping views of the snow-capped mountains. The rest is supposed to help ease the trekking days to come. Overnight at tented camp.

Trek from Italian Base camp to Glacier Camp (4210m.)

Trek from Italian Base camp to Glacier Camp (4210m.)

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. Overnight at tented camp.

Dhaulagiri Glacier Camp to Hidden valley (5000m.) passing French pass (5360m.)

Dhaulagiri Glacier Camp to Hidden valley (5000m.) passing French pass (5360m.)

After we leave the glacier, we climb across two hills. The first hill runs along the glacier, cuts across a mountainside and moraine. As we climb a gentle slope, we reach French Pass at an elevation of 5360 m. A great view welcomes us at the pass that includes Mukut Himal, Tashi Kang, and Sita Chuchura which surround Hidden Valley. From the French pass, we continue along the right edge to reach Thapa pass at 5250m. We descend from the pass to reach the base camp where we sleep in a tent.

Rest day at Hidden Valley.

Rest day at Hidden Valley.

To relieve the exhaustion and stress of crossing all the passes and glaciers, we take a day off. We stay at Hidden valley enjoying the views of the beautiful mountains. Overnight at tented camp.

Trek from Hidden Valley to Yak Kharka crossing the Dhampus Pass (5200m).

Trek from Hidden Valley to Yak Kharka crossing the Dhampus Pass (5200m).

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. Overnight at tented camp.

Trek from Yak Kharka to Tukuche (2680m).

Trek from Yak Kharka to Tukuche (2680m).

Trek From Tuckuche to Kalopani (2565m).

Trek From Tuckuche to Kalopani (2565m).

From Tukuche, we take a rocky trail (on the bank of Kali Gandaki River) to reach Larjung. There are many apple orchards here. Then we trek through a leveled path, cross a suspension bridge and a forest to reach Kokkethanti. We pass through villages and cross a suspension bridge to reach our destination, Kalopani. Overnight local lodge.

Trek from Kalopani to Tatopani (1180m).

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.

Rest day at Tatopani (Natural hot spring).

Rest day at Tatopani (Natural hot spring).

We take another day off in Tatopani after all the excitement of the trek. The hot springs in Tatopani are the best ways to relieve our exhaustion while taking a dip. We also get a chance to share our stories with other travelers in the hot spring. Overnight local lodge.

Trek to Ghorepani (2850m).

Trek to Ghorepani (2850m).

We leave the hot springs behind us and climb for an entire day to Ghorepani. We leave the Kali Gandaki valley, follow the Ghar River and cross an old swaying bridge. We ascend through Ghara (1780m) and Shika (1935m). For the last part of the trail, we pass forests of rhododendron and magnolia to reach Ghorepani. Overnight local lodge.

Trek to Poon Hill (3,193m/110,475 ft), trek down to Nayapul (1,070m/3,510 ft), and drive to Pokhara (1400m/4,593 ft)

Trek to Poon Hill (3,193m/110,475 ft), trek down to Nayapul (1,070m/3,510 ft), and drive to Pokhara (1400m/4,593 ft)

You wake up before the sunrise, leave your backpack and march towards Poonhill racing against the sunrise. On reaching the top of Poonhill, the crowds of trekkers before dawn may surprise you.

Poonhill is a very popular viewpoint from where you can see the excellent views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Annapurna South and other mountains peaks at the vicinity.Many people opt for Poonhill trek which takes as less as 5 days to complete. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Drive back to Kathmandu.

Drive back to Kathmandu.

After spending your time in Pokhara. You will then travel to Kathmandu by bus. It takes about 7-8 hours to arrive at Kathmandu. Spend a night at Hotel.

Fly back home.

Fly back home. It is finally time to bid farewell to this amazing country. Our representative will transfer you to the airport from where you will catch your flight. Bid goodbye to this beautiful nation as you fly to your next destination.