Dhaulagiri Trek: Major Attraction
Dhaulagiri Trek is a challenging trek that is specially designed for the real adventure lovers and thrill seekers. Embark your way to the seventh highest mountain in the world – Mt. Dhaulagiri and unleash the raw appeal that lies in the towering peak of Dhaulagiri. Also, known as the White Mountain, Mt. Dhaulagiri is a neighboring peak in the Annapurna range. The trekking journey starts from the foothills of Annapurna and goes through a forested area and ethnic settlements to the isolated valley.
Mt. Dhaulagiri is a beautiful mountain that rises just above the cliff of the Kaligandaki valley. Dhaulagiri Trek is an off the beaten trek that lets you taste the wild and remote splendor of nature with a blend of Himalayan beauty. The trek to Dhaulagiri is a real challenge in terms of the altitude gain and rugged path. It is an opportunity to cross two high passes namely French pass and Thapa pass. The walk through the passes is technically difficult owing to the icy path and rocky terrain it possesses.
Explore the Trail of Dhaulagiri Trek
Dhaulagiri Trek initiates with a scenic drive to Pokhara. A few hours drive from Pokhara takes you to Beni which is the starting point of the trekking journey to Dhaulagiri. The trail to Dhaulagiri is a least traveled and off the beaten trail in the Annapurna region of Nepal. Owing to its remoteness, the path to Dhaulagiri is quite rugged and less crowded. In the first few days of the trek, you will find yourself following the Myadi river in the backdrop of Mt. Dhaulagiri. Then you can observe a change in atmosphere that goes barren from lush. You pass the farmlands and ethnic villages to a secluded valley with wild and Rocky Mountains all around.
As you reach the base camp, you can get ready for a challenging day to cross the French pass and Thapa pass. The picturesque views of Mt. Dhaulagiri and other mountains in the Annapurna region look fabulous. Your trek to Dhaulagiri ends with a walk down to the beautiful and charming village of Jomsom. So, are you ready to endeavor the adventure and thrill of walking up to Dhaulagiri base camp? Join Nepal Intrepid Treks to make your journey super awesome.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu
- Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
- Day 03: Drive to Beni
- Day 04: Drive to Babiachor
- Day 05: Trek to Dharapani
- Day 06: Trek to Muri
- Day 07: Trek to Boghara
- Day 08: Trek to Dobang
- Day 09: Trek to Choriban Khola
- Day 10: Trek to Italian Base Camp
- Day 11: Acclimatization Day
- Day 12: Trek to Glacier Camp
- Day 13: Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp
- Day 14: Acclimatization Day
- Day 15: Cross French Pass and trek to Hidden valley
- Day 16: Cross Dhampus Pass and trek to Yak Kharka
- Day 17: Trek to Jomsom
- Day 18: Fly to Pokhara
- Day 19: Drive back to Kathmandu
- Day 20: Farewell
