Overview

Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking offers an amazing trip to the foothill of the world’s seventh-highest peak Mt. Dhaulagiri standing at 8170 m altitude located in Myagdi district at the Northwest of Pokhara and in the east Annapurna massif. It is a challenging circuit trekking that includes crossing of the two high passes French pass 5240 m and Dhampus pass 5155 m. Perfectly blended with walking over the extreme snow and glaciers this trip is filled with enticing extreme adventure. Dhaulagiri region offers a rare dramatic view of a standoff between the ever imposing Annapurna massif and Mt. Dhaulagiri.

Dhaulagiri is very sacred for the locals whereas, one of the most exciting and pretty interesting peaks for travelers and mountaineers around the globe in terms of its unique ecosystem and features. The walk through the deepest gorge in the world – the Kaligandaki River gorge adds new challenge along with stunning views of the majestic mountains – Machhapuchhre, Nilgiri, Dhampus, and Annapurna Massif and its minions.

Dhaulagiri circuit trekking is off the beaten tracks into the exciting and adventure remote highlands, rugged terrain with amazing natural beauties, and exhilarating and adventurous circuit trekking. You will also get the first-hand pleasure of receiving warm welcome and hospitality from the ethnic locals –Gurung, Thakali and Magar, etc. of this region. Still, the most elusive trekking route, very few trekkers dare with high adrenaline and passion for adventures take this adventurous trek. This trekking is comparatively expensive for it is organized in camping style. It is one of the most rewarding and worthy trekking destinations.

The journey starts with an exciting drive to Beni. You start the actual trekking the day after from Beni. First you pitch for the warm and vibrant villages of Darbang, Muri, and Chariban and later reach the Italian base camp and the mighty Dhaulagiri Base camp. On the route, you will pass the great mountain passes – the French pass and Dhampus pass. From here, you will take descent down to the Marpha and join the Annapurna Circuit route for the return route.