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Mt. Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking

Around world’s 7th highest peaks and massive Dhaulagiri mountain range.

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Overview

Eco Himalaya Treks & Travel presents ‘Mt. Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking is one of the most adventurous journeys in the Himalayan range. An exciting adventure walking from low warm paddy fields of sub-tropical temperatures, then heading to cooler hills covered in forest.Continues further high reaching remorseless fields of moraine, ice, and glaciers at Mt. Dhaulagiri Base Camp.An adventure leading to pure mountain wilderness enclosed by towering peaks of the Dhaulagiri Himalaya range. Spending more than a week-long away from main trails and human habitation or villages. Truly a dramatic, classic adventure following the arctic zone landscapes within a sheer mountain path, far from the maddening crowd of civilization.Mt. Dhaulagiri rises at 8,167 m / 26, 795 feet high, first summited by Swiss Expeditions on May 13th, 1960. Supported and led by Nepalese climbers Nima and Nawang Dorji Sherpa. Since then the mountain is often climbed in good seasons of the year, and the main route is used from Northside. The same base camp of Mt. Dhaulagiri, where our adventure leads right at the bottom of towering Dhaulagiri North Face.Mt. Dhaulagiri Trekking begins with a long and interesting overland journey from Kathmandu heading Mid-West Nepal. Reaching a famous and renowned tourist destination in Pokhara, and continues further west through Beni town to Darbang farm village. Where our adventurous walks start heading higher hills within dense woods of tall rhododendron and pine trees.As the walk progresses, for some days where trees and lush vegetation disappear into the arctic cold terrain of glaciers. The faint and vague route follows through a glaciated path to Dhaulagiri Base Camp, close to the mountain itself. From the camp overlooking Dhaulagiri summit and Ice fall with adjoining Tukuche Peak, after a dramatic time at base camp. Route follows to steep climb crossing the high French Pass, reaching a lovely scenic Hidden Valley.A wide meadow field, a summer pasture ground for Lower Mustang villagers Yak, and cattle grazing areas. At Hidden Valley with time to explore its scenic hills for a spectacular panorama of Dhaulagiri’s massive range of peaks. From Hidden Valley, slowly our walk leads to cross another high Dhampus / Thapa Pass. Where trail follows long descent back into tall tree lines reaching a charming village at Marpha, around Kaligandaki River valley. Finally, our walk ends heading towards Jomsom headquarters town of Mustang district for the last final overnight.Next morning a swift panoramic short flight from Jomsom brings you to a beautiful city in Pokhara. Where our marvelous adventure to Mt. Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking, of great memorable experience completes.

Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

On first arrival at Kathmandu and Nepal International Airport received by our guide and staff with traditional greetings.Taking care of your baggage, and then a short drive to the hotel, located in the heart of a city near the exciting areas at Thamel. Check into your lovely rooms, after getting refreshed from the Jet-Lag, join in with other members for group briefing. Provided by your guide or Group Leader, offering information regarding the trek, hotels, local lodge.As well of local culture with do’s and don’ts, evening a group welcome dinner in a nice authentic Nepali Restaurants. Entertains the environment with folk cultural program as introduction to Nepalese heritage and culture.

Day 2Tour of Kathmandu heritage sites of great interest.

Morning after breakfast, at given time our city and cultural guide will receives you at the hotel. A short drive to the hub of Kathmandu city, for exciting tour of old Durbar Square / Palace Courtyard.The area is teemed with life and activities, a great way to soak into Nepalese cultures. Visiting historical and religious monuments listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites most of the ancient buildings.After an interesting time at Durbar Square, a short drive to Nepal’s most important landmark, the Swayambhunath Stupa of more than 2,600 years old history. A Buddhist monument tucked on a hill top west of the city, from here visit the Hindu holy temple of Pashupatinath. The tour continues to large dome Stupa of Bouddhanath, as well known as ‘Little Tibet’. A great place to enjoy the tour of the world’s largest Stupa with all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha.Enjoying the day tour, transfer back to hotel rest of the afternoon preparation for the trek and packing the right gear.

Day 3Fly or drive to Pokhara 860 m (30 mins by air)-06 hours on road.

Depending upon the trip cost where flight or drive included, as per the size of a group either travel by private car, coach or in regular Tourist Bus to Pokhara.An interesting overland journey and the best way to observe Nepal’s rural farm life, as drive heads beyond Kathmandu valley. Views of snow peaks along the drive following the Trisuli River for some hours. As drive diverts due west then reaching at beautiful city in Pokhara by the serene Phewa lake side. Where most good hotels, shops and restaurants are located, an exciting place for overnight stop.(Options for short flight of half hour to Pokhara from Kathmandu)

Day 4Drive to Darbang 1,200 m via Beni 900 m -06 hrs.

Spending a pleasant overnight at scenic Pokhara, morning drive lead to Beni town and further west Darbang a farm village. Darbang although a small farm village, slowly turning into a town, due to motor road from Beni and Pokhara. The village is also a gateway to various destination around far west Nepal, on route to Dolpo via Dhorpatan. As well to our destination around Dhaulagiri and Mustang areas, an exciting village for overnight stop.

Day 5Trek to Riverside 1,700 m - 04 hrs.

Start the first day walk heading through many smaller farm villages on pleasant trail, following Mygdi River. After a nice walk ending the day reaching our first overnight camp close to the river.Afternoon with time to enjoy refreshing dip in the cool Mygdi River. The river we will be following right up to its glacial source at Dhaulagiri Base Camp.

Day 6Trek to Bagar 2,375 m -05 hrs.

Morning after a pleasant overnight in tented camp, having breakfast served by kitchen staff and cook. Start the day walk following the river upstream to Jugepani a small rural farm village for lunch stop. Afternoon climb above to a high ridge, and then down into forest reaching Bagar, a farm village for overnight camp. Bagar will be the last village till our route reaches Marpha village on the other side of Dhaulagiri at Mustang.

Day 7Trek to Dovan 2,600 m-06 hrs.

Having good breakfast in the camp, then leaving Bagar village and human settlement for a week.As walk follow through dense forest for an hour, and then climb starts within bamboo, oaks and rhododendron tree lines. After an hour steep up then descend to Dovan for overnight camp, Dovan a small temporary settlement with few small teahouse and shops, for some trekkers and cattle herder. Located amidst forest surrounding close to sound of raging Mygdi River.

Day 8Trek to Chattare / Bhaise Kharka 3,120 m -05 hrs.

After Dovan morning walk on an unstable small wooden bridge over a stream, the tributaries of Mygdi River. From the log bridge walk into forest to overnight stop at Chattare also called Bhaise Kharka. Our camp is set on a grassy meadow within a dense forest surrounding of tall rhododendron and pine trees.

Day 9Trek to Pakhaban / Japanese Camp 3,750 m-05 hrs.

From Chattare, morning leads into complete mountain wilderness on leaving the forested areas for some days. As walk heads towards Mt. Dhaulagiri South Face, close to Putha Huin-Chuli, and Mana-Pathi. The area around a wide glaciated field is called Italian camp, where Italian expedition made their camp. From the icy field of moraine, adventure starts walking and crossing over a glacier and then climb over rocky ridge. Reaching the higher side, a nice walk leads to our overnight camp at Pakhaban also known as Japanese camp. A nice spot on a grassy level ground facing South West Face of Dhaulagiri, Mana Pathi, Puttha Hiunchuli. Includes huge ice wall of Tsaurabong Peak with Mygdi River down below.

Day 10Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp 4,750 m- 06 hrs.

Walk today starts following over moraine and glaciated faint path, where all needs a good team work keeping close eye. As the trail can be misleading follow the guide and porters and fellow members. A long walk over glacial area and then reaching an open wide area at Dhaulagiri base camp. The camp is placed on best available flat ground, beneath Mt. Dhaulagiri and its tumbling Ice Fall and glaciers. Facing closest views of Mt. Dhaulagiri-I (8,167 m), includes Tukuche peak with West peaks of Dhaulagiri-II (7,751 m.), Dhaulagiri-III (7,715 m.) and Dhaulagiri-IV (7,618 m.).

Day 11Trek to Hidden Valley 4,900 m via French Pass 5,360 m.

After having breakfast facing amazing views of surrounding high snow peaks of Dhaulagiri range. Morning walk follows a moraine ridge on top French pass, the highest point of the adventure at 5,360 m. From the top facing grand views of snow peaks that surround the high pass, marked with Buddhist prayer flags. Enjoying the superb scenery, downhill walk to a wide flat field at hidden valley for overnight camp.From the camp at Hidden Valley facing grand views of Sita Chuchura, Mukut Himal, Tashi Kang and Tukuche Peak with Mt. Dhaulagiri.

Day 12At Hidden Valley (contingency or spare day).

A necessary rest having a spare or contingency day, due to trail condition as well for unpredictable weather. As well with physical shapes of the members, staff and porters after continues walks for several days. A great pleasant spot at Hidden Valley for rest days enclosed within high towering snow-capped peaks. On this day just relax and enjoy the views and explore around the least trekked area around Hidden valley.

Day 13Trek to Yak Kharka / Alu Bari 4,915 m - 05 hrs.

From Hidden Valley after having a good rest, morning begins heading south east on gradual winding path for few hours. Then reaching Thapa or Dhampus pass at above 5,250 meters high, a short climb and then on downhill path. As walk leads to last overnight camp at Yak Kharka, the area also called Alu Bari. A Yak herder summer pasture field, during months of grazing time growing potatoes around this scenic spot. From the camp overlooking views of Annapurna Himal and Nilgiris peaks.

Day 14Trek to Marpha 2, 670 and drive to Jomsom town-05 hours.

Our last day walk of the adventure from the camp at Yak Kharka / Alu Bari.Enjoy the morning grand views of snow peaks, then start the final day trek heading long downhill. Walking back into tall tree line of rhododendron and pine trees, as trail follows further down. Then finally ending trek at Marpha one of the most attractive village with white-washed painted houses. From Marpha having a refreshing stop, a short drive in local vehicle leads to a large town at Jomsom. Headquarter and administrative center of Mustang district with a small airport, overnight at Jomsom in a nice lodge.

Day 15From Jomsom short flight to Pokhara 860 m and transfer to hotel.

After an enjoyable last overnight stop at Jomsom and around Mustang area, morning a short walk to Jomsom airport. After checking in, board in a small aircraft for short scenic flight to Pokhara. During this short flight enjoy views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Himalaya range, as plane slowly makes landing at Pokhara airport. From the airport, short drive to the hotels, located close to Phewa Lake for last overnight around Mid-West Nepal.

Day 16Fly or drive to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Depart from the hotel in Pokhara, for interesting overland journey back to Kathmandu on the same scenic highway. On reaching the hotel in Kathmandu by late afternoon, rest of day free for individual activities and shopping souvenirs.(Option for short flight of half hour to Kathmandu from Pokhara)

Day 17Free day in Kathmandu for individual activities.

Enjoy a relaxing free day in Kathmandu on completing one of most adventurous trekking. On this rest day one can join in for another exciting tour of Patan and Bhaktapur cities. Well worth a visit, rest of day at leisure for individual activities and shopping souvenirs of Nepal.

Day 18International departure for homeward bound.

Your last day in Kathmandu and Nepal, as per your international flight time our staff transfer you to the airport. Then bid farewell to guide and staff as you enter the airport terminal for homeward bound flight, after an amazing great adventure on Mt. Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking.

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      Major Highlights

      1. An exciting adventure around world 7th highest Mt. Dhaulagiri and its massive range.
      2. Enjoy walk on off the beaten tracks, away from main trails and villages for a week long.
      3. Traverse over high French Pass to scenic Hidden valleys enclosed by high mountains.
      4. Walk within remorseless fields of snow, ice and glaciers to the base of Mt. Dhaulagiri.
      5. From low warm farm fields of paddies to cooler hills and at arctic mountainous zone.

       

      Short Trek Profile

      Trekking Mode

      Tourist standard to *** Hotels, in Kathmandu and Pokhara, local lodges on treks where available with tented

      Trekking Grade

      Adventurous & Demanding due to high altitude walks.

      Highest Spot

      On top French Pass 5,360 m / 17, 585 feet high and Thapa / Dhampus Pass 5,250 m / 17,224 feet high.

      Activities

      Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu, exciting drive, scenic cultural trek with flights from Jomso

      Trek duration

      11 Nights & 12 Days with drives both ways.

      Start Point of trek

      Darbang village around Mygdi district with drives.

      Ending Point of trek

      Jomsom at Mustang to Pokhara city in Kaski district.

      Trekking Routes

      Darbang-Bagar-Dhaulagiri base camp-Hidden Valley to Marpha and Jomsom.

      Total Trip

      17 Nights & 18 Days from arrival to departure.

      Best Seasons

      The best seasons for Mt. Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking, the best time is in spring and autumn/ fall. The main flow and high season are spring starting from March to May, where days are longer with enough sun-light hours. Lower areas below 1,000 m are much warmer throughout the day, but on high hills cooler air for pleasant walks and views.This is the time when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom, especially the rhododendron of various species from tall trees to shorter bushes.Morning and late afternoon till night time is cold from 2,000 m above, chances of light rain and snow-fall sometimes. The next best season is autumn/fall, the high time for trekking around the Himalayas.Most days are crystal clear for scenic walks and best views, but shorter days due to sun-light hours. Can be much colder from late afternoon till the next morning before the sun hits the area. Chances of snow-fall sometimes from 2,500 m high.

      What to Expect

      Nepal is a country of the world’s highest mountain range known as the Himalayas, where 80 % of landscapes are covered by hills. As well as greater ridges and mountains, where one can expect walking ups and downhill.The only flat land of the country is located south, which extends from the Far East to the Far West of Nepal. The low land is known as the Terai belt, of sub-tropical climate, the country with most mid and high hills.The people around the hills, especially around Dhaulagiri Himalaya’s Southern areas, around Mygdi district populated by Magar tribes. The Magar the main hill tribes of Western Nepal practice both Hindu and Buddhism religions and cultures.Around Kaligandaki and Lower Mustang inhabited by Thakali people, follows Tibetan Buddhism of Mahayana sects, houses are adorned with prayer flags.The lower areas of Mygdi around Dhaulagiri Himalaya are heavily cultivated with paddy and other seasonal crops. The hills are cooler covered in beautiful rainforests and higher areas.The hills are lined with rhododendron, oaks, hemlocks, and pine trees.Nepal has more than 60 ethnic groups and 70 native spoken languages, with a blend of Hindu and Buddhism religions.

      Extension trips

      People with enough time in Nepal, can join in for various adventure sports activities in Pokhara. Likewise Paragliding, Ultra-Light Flight, Bungee Jumping,Zip Flyer, White water or scenic float Rafting. Other extension program is Mountain Biking for few days, and trip to Chitwan National Park for Wild-Life Safari.

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