Introduction

Mt. Dhaulagiri is the seventh highest mountain in the world with an altitude of 8,167m/26,795ft from sea level. It was firstly climbed on 13th May 1960 by a group of Swiss, Austrian & Nepalese expedition team. The word Dhaulagiri came from a Sanskrit word which means white/beautiful/dazzling mountain. Mt. Dhaulagiri is separated by Kaligandaki River and the world’s deepest Kali Gandaki Valley from Annapurna Range where Mt. Annapurna I (8,091m/26,545ft) is the tenth highest mountain in the world.
Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking is one of the challenging, adventurous and longest full camping trek of Nepal. During the trek, we have to cross numerous numbers of high passes such as French pass at 5,360m/17,580ft altitude & Dhampus Pass at 5,240m/17,187ft altitude, explore remote valleys, glaciers, agricultural farmlands as well as dramatic sceneries of many peaks above 7,000m from sea level. This trek is especially suitable for those trekkers who have previous experience of trekking and good physical condition for walking through snow ridges and high valleys, in some high snow paved places there might need to use climbing gears thus would also be better to have a little bit knowledge about climbing gears as well. From the high passes and valleys during our Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking, we can have very close views of Dhaulagiri I (8,167m), Dhaulagiri II (7,751m), Dhaulagiri IV (7,618m), Tukuche Peak (6,920m), Mukut Himal, Sita Chuchura, Tashi Kang, Annapurna, Nilgiri, Dhampus Peak, and many more snow-capped ranges.
Remember: This itinerary outline can be easily changed as per your duration of stay, the purpose of a holiday and your preference. The cost of the package also depends upon Deluxe, Standard, Budget and your group size. You can easily feel free to CONTACT US any time for any queries.

Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking Features:

  • Experience one of the toughest trekking trail of Nepal, the entire circuit of world’s seventh highest mountain of the world.
  • Ascend up to Italian Base Camp at 3,660 meters, Glacier Camp at
    4,200m, Dhaulagiri Base Camp 4,700m as well as French pass at 5,360m & Dhampus Pass at 5,240m.
  • Close up views of Dhaulagiri I (8,167m), Dhaulagiri II (7,751m),
    Dhaulagiri IV (7,618m), Tukuche Peak (6,920m), Mukut Himal, Sita
    Chuchura, Tashi Kang, Annapurna, Nilgiri, Dhampus Peak and many more snow-capped ranges.
  • The trek is suitable for advanced trekkers who already has previous trekking experience in the high Himalayas.
Trip Code

AMT - TREK - 507

Best Season

Spring & Autumn

Trip Grade

Challenging

Max Altitude

Dhampus Pass (5,240m/17,187ft)

Accomodation

Teahouses/Lodges

Transportation

Flight/Jeep or Bus

Meals

BB/Full Board

Group Size

Any

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Trip Itinerary

DAY
  • 01
    Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.

    Duration: Approx. 20-30 minutes drive
    Distance: Approx. 7 km

    Our company representative will welcome you at Tribhuwan International Airport and drive you by private vehicle to hotel. Preparation and briefing about the trip.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,592 ft)
    Accommodation Hotel
  • 02
    Guided tour around world’s Heritage sites of Kathmandu.

    After breakfast at hotel we will explore UNESCO sites: Swayambhunath, Patan, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and overnight in thamel.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,592 ft)
    Accommodation Hotel
  • 03
    Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara.

    Duration: Approx. 7-8 hrs drive
    Distance: 200 km 

    Early in the morning, your guide will pick you up from the hotel. On the way to Pokhara offers scenic views of the Nepali countryside, rivers, terraced hills, and local villages. The bus will stop for breakfast, lunch, and tea/snack breaks along the way. Upon arrival in Pokhara, check in to your hotel and relax. In the evening, enjoy a peaceful walk around Phewa Lake.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Pokhara (822 m/ 3947 Ft)
    Accommodation Hotel
  • 04
    Drive to Beni and Trek to Tatopani.

    Duration: Approx. 3 hrs drive and 3-4 hrs walking 
    Distance: Approx. 10.2 km walking

    Drive through Beni to trailhead, then begin trekking.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Tatopani (2,380m/7,808ft)
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 05
    Trek from Tatopani to Dharapani.

    Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs trek
    Distance: Approx. 12 km

    Gradual uphill trail through villages and forest.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Dharapani (1,470 m/4,821 ft)
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 06
    Trek from Dharapani to Muri.

    Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
    Distance: Approx. 12 km

    Steep ascents and descents with views of Dhaulagiri range.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Muri (1,850m/6,068ft)
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 07
    Trek from Muri to Baghar.

    Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
    Distance: Approx. 14 km

    Enter remote valley with fewer settlements, walk through forest.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Baghar (2,080m/6,822ft)
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 08
    Trek from Baghar to Dobang.

    Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs trek
    Distance: Approx. 12 km

    Follow the Myagdi River, walk through dense pine and rhododendron forests.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Dobang (2,500m/8,200ft).
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 09
    Trek from Dobang to Sallaghari.

    Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs trek
    Distance: Approx. 10 km

    Steady ascent through alpine forest and river crossings.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Sallaghari (2,820m/9,249ft).
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 10
    Trek from Sallaghari to Italian Base Camp.

    Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
    Distance: Approx. 12 km

    Hike through forested terrain with first close views of Dhaulagiri I.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Italian Base Camp (3,660m/1,204ft).
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 11
    Rest and acclimatization day–free exploration.

    Rest, light hiking or explore nearby ridges for altitude adaptation.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Italian Base Camp (3,660m/1,204ft).
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 12
    Trek from Italian Base Camp to Glacier Camp.

    Duration: Approx. 4-5 hrs trek
    Distance: Approx. 6 km

    Cross moraines and ice slopes — challenging section.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Glacier Camp (4,200m/13,776ft)
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 13
    Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp.

    Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs trek
    Distance: Approx. 9.3 km

    Walk alongside the Chhonbardan Glacier surrounded by snowy peaks

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,700m/15,416ft).
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 14
    Trek to Hidden Valley via French pass.

    Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
    Distance: Approx. 12 km

    Major pass day with breathtaking panoramic Himalayan views.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Hidden Valley (5,050m/16,564ft) via French pass (5,360m/17,580ft).
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 15
    Trek from Hidden Valley to Yak Kharka via Dhampus Pass.

    Duration: Approx. 7-8 hrs trek
    Distance: Approx. 15 km

    Another high pass day with steep descents and alpine meadows.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Yak Kharka (3,680m/12,070ft) via Dhampus Pass (5,240m/17,187ft)
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 16
    Trek from Yak Kharka to Jomsom.

    Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs trek
    Distance: Approx. 14 km

    Final day walk along windy Kaligandaki valley.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Jomson (2,720 m/8,924 ft)
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 17
    Fly to Pokhara. Sightseeing, boating or free for any other personal activities.

    Duration: Approx. 20 minutes flight 
    Short scenic flight, explore lakeside Pokhara. Once you reach Pokhara, you can relax and explore the city. Overnight Stay at Pokhara. 

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Pokhara (822 m/ 3947 Ft)
    Accommodation Hotel
  • 18
    Drive or fly back to Kathmandu.

    Duration: Approx. 7-8 hrs drive / 20-30 minutes Flight
    Distance: Approx. 200 km

    After early breakfast, we drive or flight back to Kathmandu. In drive the journey offers beautiful views of rivers, green hills, and rural villages. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel for a relaxing evening.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,592 ft)
    Accommodation Teahouses/ Lodges
  • 19
    Farewell, departure transfer to Tribhuwan International Airport.

    Duration: Approx. 20-30 minutes drive
    Distance: Approx. 7 km

    Our representative will drop-off as per flight schedule.

    Meals BB/ Full Board
    Max Altitude Tribhuvan Internation Airport (1,338 m/4390 ft)
    Accommodation -

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