DHAULAGIRI BASE CAMP TREK
Dhaulagiri is a Challenging area for Trekking. The route passes through the worlds ninth highest mountain, Dhaulagiri. This area offers a much greater sense of exploration for those who are keen to see a piece of wild mountain country. This is also an opportunity to experience the Tibetan Buddhist culture throughout the Himalayas.

We begin the trek at Lowlands of Baglung inhabited by the Brahmins and Chettris. Gradually as we gain altitude we come across the Gurung and Magar tribes. From Sal and pine forest the trial goes to barren lands from where we embark on mountains experience with awesome Dhaulagiri in front of us. We cross the French pass and the Dhampus Pass which offers the most awesome view of the Dhaulagiri range, the Annapurna range, Nilgiri and look at the deepest gorge in the world of the Kaligandaki Gorge. We finish the trek at Jomsom.

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Duration: 22 Days
Trek type: Camping
Max Altitude: 5200 m.
Grade: Moderate
Trek Begins: Pokhara
Trek Ends: Pokhara

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OUTLINE ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Full day sightseeing around Kathmnandu Valley.
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara, continue sight-seeing in pokhara valley 0/n at hotel.
Day 04: Drive from Pokhara to Baglung. Trek to Beni.
Day 05: Trek Beni to Babiachour.
Day 06: Trek Babiachour to Darbang.
Day 07: Trek Darbang to Takum.
Day 08: Trek Takum to Gorban Dhara.
Day 09: Trek Gorban Dhara to Baghora.
Day 10: Trek Baghora to Dobang.
Day 11: Trek Dobang to Choriban Khola.
Day 12: Trek Choriban Khola to Dhaulagiri B.C.
Day 13: Trek Dhaularigi Base Camp to French Pass.
Day 14: Trek French Pass to Base of Dhampus Pass.
Day 15: Cross Dhampus Pass trek to Yak Kharka.
Day 16: Trek Yak Kharka to Marpha.
Day 17: Trek Marpha to Jomsom.
Day 18: Fly Jomsom to Pokhara.
Day 19: Drive/ fly from pokhara to Katmandu.
Day 20: Free shopping day in Kathmandu.
Day 21: Departure from Kathmandu

ROUND DHAULAGIRI

Dhaulagiri I (White Mountain) is the 7th highest mountain in the world (8,167m/26,869ft) and is separated from the Annapurna region by the Kali Gandaki River Gorge, which is also known as the deepest in the world. This trek offers views of fifteen peaks above 7,000 meters with some of the best views of the Dhaulagiri range from Magdi Glacier, Dhaulagiri Base camp (4750m), the French Pass (5360m, and the highest point of the trek), Tukuche Peak and Putali Himal. After crossing the French pass you will come upon a hidden snow valley, giving you a heavenly experience of the winter white world. The Dhampus Pass between Tukuche peak and Thapa peak is another taste of heaven on the trek!

This trek is relatively strenuous and requires high altitude trekking experience. You will need to wear gaiters and carry an ice-axe with you for at least three days of this trek.

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Starting from : Beni
Ending at : Pokhara
Grade : Moderate
Highest access of the Trek : French pass (5300m), Thapa pass (5200m)
Culture : Mixed
Mode of Trekking : Camping
Himalayan sights : Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, Annapurna range, Manaslu, Nilgiri etc
Most Attraction of the Trek : Close Mountain View, Villages, challenging passes .

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OUTLINE ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu and drop to hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu city tour of sacred Tibetan stupas and monasteries.

Day 03: Fly to Pokhara. 35 minutes. 82 km. Beni 830m.

Day 04:  Trek to Babichoaur 950m.18km. 6/7hrs. O/N @ Tented Camp.

Day 05: Trek to Dharapani 1,500m. 12km. 6/7hrs O/N @ Tented Camp.

Day 06: TRek to Muri 1,815m. 12km. 6/7hrs O/N @ Tented camp.

Day 07: Trek to Dobang 2,520m.10km. 5/6hrs O/N @ Tented camp.

Day 08: TRek to Dobang 2,520m.10km. 6hrs O/N @ Tented camp..

Day 09:  Trek to Choriban 3,110m. or Salaghari  9km. 4/5hrs O/N @ Tented camp.

Day 10: Trek to Pakoban 3,585m. 8km or Italian Camp 4/5hrs. O/N @ Tented camp.

Day 11: Rest Day for high acclimatization.

Day 12: Trek to Glacier camp 5hrs. O/N @ Tented camp.

Day 13:  Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp 4,750m. 4/6hrs O/N @ Tented camp.

Day 14: Trek to Hidden valley 5,180m. 5/6hrs O/N @ Tented camp.

Yak Kharka (3,680m/12,107ft) We will leave by 5:00AM to begin our 14km (6hrs) trek to cross Dhampus Pass (5,258m/17,299ft) before sunrise. The view of the entire Annapurna Range being touched by the sun with the valley resting below in the darkness is amazing.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 15: Trek to Yak Kharka 3,680m. 6hrs O/N @ Tented camp.

Day 16: Trek tp Marpha village 2/3hrs O/N @ Lodge 0r Camp..

Day 17: Trek to Jomsom 2/3hrs O/N @ Lodge 0r Tented Camp.

Day 18: Fky to Pokhara, drop to hotel continue tour International Mountain Museum, Santi stupa and boating on Lake phewa. O/N @ hotel.

Day 19: Fly from  pokhara to kathmandu have a rest.

Day 20: Full day tours 0r last shopping day.

Day 21 : Departure for your onward destination.

DHAULAGIRI PANORAM TREK

Dhaulagiri Trek starts from the foothills of the Dhaulagiri region that are marked with spectacular views of both majestic Himalayan peaks and white-water rivers. These areas are inhabited by several ethnic minorities such as Magars, Thakalis and Gurungs who speak their own languages and still adhere to local customs. Our trekking program starts at the small village of Baglung where we will begin our ascent along the banks of the powerful Kali Gandaki river. From here we travel northwards deep into the territory of the Magars, an amiable and unique group of people that still have minimal contact with the outside world. After crossing the 3000+ meter Jhaljhala Pass, the trail winds west into the forests of Dhorpatan, an ancient hunting reserve of the Rana Dynasty. Slowly we begin our descent south into the Myagdi River drainage on trails that offer excellent views of the entire Annapurna range. A natural hot spring awaits us at Tatopani, providing a bit of relaxation near the end of our journey.

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Starting From: Pokhara.
Ending at: Pokhara
Grade: Moderate.
Highest pass of the Trek: Jhaljhala Pass
Culture: Mixed and exciting Experience unbelievable Gurung, Thakali and many different culture Experience unbelievable Gurung, Thakali and many different culture.
Mode of Trekking: Camping
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OUTLINE ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel .

Day 02: Drive/Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara .
Day 03: After breakfast, drive to Baglung. Lunch and along the Kali Gandaki. Hike upstream to reach Beni 1000m. O/N @ Lodge.
Day 04: Trek Beni to Pakapani 1952m. Stunning views of Dhaulagiri & Annapurna, stay in camp
Day 05: Trek Pakapani to Malkobang 2002m. Walk through terraced rice field
Day 06: Trek Malkobang to Kibang 2,400m.
Day 07: Trek Kibang to Lomsom 2,000m.
Day 08: Trek Lomsom to Gotigaun 3,020m.Walk through the rhododendron forest of Jhaljhala Pass
Day 09: Trek Gotigaun to Bungakhani 2,100m.Part of the trek is along the Toman Khola
Day 10: Trek Bungakhani to Toman 2,000m.
Day 11: Trek Toman to Durbang(1,049m.) Lunch near by temple in Kitini
Day 12: Trek Durbang to Tatopani  1,200m following Myagdi River to Bagaar
Day 13: TrekTatopani to Sikha and stay there
Day 14: Trek Sikha to Ghorepani 2850m.
Day 15: Early morning go to Poon Hill for sunrise and Mountain View Trek to Hille
Day 16: Trek Hille to New Bridge and drive to Pokhara O/N @  Lodge.
Day 17: Drive/Fly to Kathmandu.

Day 18: Full day rest 0r sight-seeing in Kathmandu.

Day 18: Departure to your onward destination.