Round Dhaulagiri Trek  

Around Dhaulagiri is a challenging trek around the Dhaulagiri massif (8,167m/26,745ft), the sixth highest mountain in the world, involves snow and glacier walking. This is the perfect trip those who want a more intense experience of the mountains. You will be trekking deep into the Dhaulagiri Himal to the Italian Base Camp and Dhaulagiri north base camp, offering a wonderful view of gigantic north face of Dhaulagiri I. You will cross two high passes, the French pass (5,240m/17,192ft) and Thapa pass (5,155m/16,913ft) providing more spectacular views of Dhaulagiri, Throng peak, Annapurna and Kali Gandaki River; the world deepest gorge. You may encounter semi -wild yak herds, mountain sheep or the elusive snow leopard in the remote valleys of this region.

Around Dhaulagiri trek begin in the antique city of Kathmandu from where you will board a bus to Beni, you will spend the first few days of your trek walking through cultivated fields connected to some of the mountain villages while enjoying the shops, teahouses, and lifestyle of the Gurung, Chhetri, and Magar people. During these days you will walk along cobblestone paths, over suspension bridges and through dense forests, enjoying the vistas of some of the worlds most beautiful mountains. The climb begins to get tougher after Dobang, as you ascend to the Italian Base Camp with impressive views of Dhaulagiri I, II, III, IV& V; taking a day to rest, acclimatize, explore and fully absorb the beauty of surrounding peaks. You will then make your way to Dhaulagiri North Base Camp. The trek then continues on to the Iced French and Thapa Passes which have to be scaled before you descend down a winding trail to Yak Kharka. Once again you will find yourself among mountain people and their villages. After long descend you will arrive in Marpha, popular city of Mustang district. You follow the Annapurna classical trek and pass the worlds deepest gorge. The hot springs at Tatopani offer an excellent retreat after a strenuous trek surrounded by the majestic peak of Annapurna and Machhapuchhare. From Tatopani you make your way back to Pokhara, visiting, on the way, several monasteries and sites of religious importance. Once in Pokhara you can enjoy a few bottles of cold beverages while looking back at this unforgettable experience.


Itinerary    

Day 01- Arrival in Kathmandu o/n at hotel.
Day 02- Drive to Beni (850m) and start trek.
Day 03- Trek to Babiyochaur-1000m (5-6 hr).
Day 04- Trek to Dharapani-1500m (6-7 hr).
Day 05- Trek to Muri-1800m (5-6 hr).
Day 06- Trek to Boghara (2080 m).
Day 07- Trek to Dobang (2250m).
Day 08- Trek to Italian Base Camp (3800m)
Day 09- Rest day
Day 10- Trek to “Midway Camp” (4500m).
Day 11- Rest day
Day 12- Trek to Classic Base Camp (5000m).
Day 13- Rest day
Day 14- Trek across the French Col (5,100 m) to camp below Dhampus Pass (5200m).
Day 15- Rest day but possibility to climb Dhampus peak.
Day 16- Trek across Dhampus pass (5200m) to Alubari.
Day 17- Trek to Marpha (2665m).
Day 18- Trek to Lete (2470m).
Day 19- Trek to Tatopani (1160m).
Day 20- Trek to Ghorepani (2775m).
Day 21- Trek to Birethanti (1050m) and drive to Pokhara.
Day 22- Drive to Kathmandu.
Day 23- Final Depature.

The cost includes the following services:

Airport transfers Land Transfer Kathmandu - Beni by chartered bus 3-meals per day to be prepared by our experienced cook Camping gear (two-person tents, mattress, kitchen tent and toilet tent) Supporting field staff and professional trekking guides Guide, Sherpa, Cook, Kitchen boy, Porter's fees and insurance Domestic airfare (Jomsom-Pokhara-Kathmandu) and airport tax

Cost does not include:

Accommodation and meals in Kathmandu or in Pokhara Kathmandu airport departure tax Travel / medical insurance and emergency evacuation cost Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks (including cold drinks and mineral water), tips, gifts, souvenirs, etc. Note: If above itinerary couldn’t meet your need, we can design a tailor made itinerary to suit your needs. Please let us know whether you would like to make it shorter or longer.

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