Location
Mt. DhaulagiriDuration
21 DaysAltitude
6012m.Difficulty
StrenuousGroup Size
2 - 16 paxBest Season
Spring / Autumn
Dhaulagiri Trek, also known as the Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek, is one of Nepal’s most challenging treks, circling the base of Mt. Dhaulagiri — the world’s 7th-highest mountain — through Hidden Valley and over Dhampus Peak.
Dhaulagiri Trek is one of the most challenging treks in Nepal in the western Himalayan region with a special trek permit.Trek begins at the small mountainous town that nestles at the confluence of the Kali Gandaki River and Myagdi River. This offbeat trekking in Nepal winds through trails beside the Myagdi River and comes across habitats of ethical mountain tribes frequently. Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking has everything from overcoming challenging high passes, Himalayan panorama, and the extreme wilderness. Dhaulagiri Circuit is full of culture, landscapes, and floral and faunal biodiversity.
The Dhaulagiri Trek is a demanding circuit route in Nepal’s western Himalaya that circles Mt. Dhaulagiri, the world’s 7th-highest mountain, passing through Italian and Japanese Base Camps, Hidden Valley, and over Dhampus Peak before descending to Jomsom.
Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek starts from the sub-tropical woodlands, where the leeches could trouble trekkers a bit. As the trek goes to a higher elevation, we now witness the low alpine forest. Eventually, going even higher, we will enter the treeless regions.
Trekkers traverse through Italian Base Camp and Japanese Base Camp to Dhaulagiri Base Camp, where they can literally touch the mountains. Moreover, hiking along the rock-strewn trails to French Col, a 5,000m-plus pass, before entering Hidden Valley. Hidden Valley is a fascinating highlight of the Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek. Hidden Pass is probably the most beautiful pass in Nepal.
Explore a day around Hidden Valley before scaling Dhampus Peak. After the summit of Dhampus Peak, which is technically an easy climb. Then traverse down to Jomsom via Dhampus Pass.
The views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Dhampus Peak, and Nilgiri, among others, are the great Himalayan panorama of the Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek, which is also popular as the Hidden Valley Trek.
Arrival In Kathmandu, Hotel In Kathmandu.
Kathmandu City Sightseeing, Overnight At Hotel.
Drive Across Muglin To Pokhara 827 M. Hotel At Pokhara.
Drive Via Beni To Babiyachaur, Trekking To Darbang 1,180 M.
Trek To Sibang 1,760 M
Trek Uphill And Downhill To The River Myagdi Khola Camp At About 1,450 M.
Trek To Bagora 2,080m
Trek To Dobhan 2,470 M.
Italian Base Camp 3,700 M.
Acclimatization Day Before The High Altitude Hiking.
Acclimatization Day Before The High Altitude Hiking.
Walk On The Glacier 4,200 M.
Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trekking 4,700 M
Exceeding The French Pass 5,360 M. Camp Hidden Valley 5,150 M.
Dhampus Peak Climbing 6,012 M.
Trek Down To Yak Kharka 4,200 M.
Trek Down To Marpha 2,550 M. Jomsom.
Flight To Pokhara And Explore Around Lake Site/Boating And Hangout, Hotel.
Flight To Kathmandu, Free Day, Hotel.
Free Morning And Final Departure, Transfer To Airport Or Onward Destination.`
The Dhaulagiri Trek is consistently ranked among Nepal’s toughest circuit routes.
Because the trail combines remote camping sections with a genuine peak ascent, this route is generally recommended for experienced trekkers rather than a first Himalayan trek. Those looking for a similarly wild but slightly less demanding alternative may want to consider the Annapurna Circuit Trek, which shares some of the same Kali Gandaki valley terrain.
As a restricted and challenging route, the Dhaulagiri Circuit requires a special trekking permit issued through a registered trekking agency, alongside standard national park entry fees for the areas the route passes through.
The best time to visit Dhaulagiri Circuit is during September – November and March – May.
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How difficult is the Dhaulagiri Trek?
The Dhaulagiri Trek is one of the most challenging treks in Nepal, involving high-pass crossings, camping-based trekking, and a summit climb of Dhampus Peak.
What is the highlight of the Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek?
Hidden Valley is a fascinating highlight of the Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek, along with views from Dhampus Peak and the Dhaulagiri Massif.
When is the best time to trek Dhaulagiri?
The best time to visit the Dhaulagiri Circuit is during September–November and March–May.
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