Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek - 17 days
2024
The Dhaulagiri circuit is one of our longest and most adventurous treks. This trek takes us through high alpine pastures, uninhabited valleys, forests, cultivated terraced hills and windswept high passes.
This trek includes the crossing of two high passes: the French Pass (5360m) and the Dhampus Pass (5200m). It also takes you to Dhaulagiri base camp, at an altitude of 4,740m. Mount Dhaulagiri is the 7th highest peak in the world, culminating at 8,167m.
The first group to climb Mount Dhaulagiri was the Swiss Expedition Group on May 13, 1960. The Dhaulagiri circuit is not only famous for its mountain views. It's also popular for its cultural diversity. What's more, the hike features rich vegetation such as pines, oaks, ferns and much more.
Highlights of the trip
During your stay you can enjoy the following highlights: Adventure / Sports & Leisure, Off the beaten track, Nature travel, Travelling alone and travelling in a group.
Best months to go
The best time(s) to go is/are : Janvier, Février, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin, Juillet, Août, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Décembre.
You can go all year round.
How to get there?
You can get there by , Car, Tourism bus.
MARVEL TREKS AND EXPEDITION
From 620€ à 800€ / person
Travel suitable for :
Detail of the stay : Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek - 17 days - 17 days
Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival at Tribhuvan international airport, Kathmandu.
Transfer to hotel to rest and prepare for trekking.
Kathmandu to Beni, 9-hour drive
Drive from Kathmandu to Beni.
Approx. 9-hour drive to Beni.
Settle in Beni for the night.
Beni to Babiachaur, 5-hour walk
Departure from Beni to begin the hike.
About 5 hours' walk to reach Babiachaur.
Set up camp for the night at Babiachaur.
Babiachaur to Dharapani, 6-hour walk
Continue hiking to Dharapani.
About 6 hours' walk to reach Dharapani.
Set up camp for the night in Dharapani.
Dharapani to Muri, 5-hour walk
Departure from Dharapani for Muri.
Around 5 hours' walk to reach Muri.
The trek is likely to pass through steep paths, lush forests and picturesque villages.
Set up camp for the night in Muri.
Muri to Boghara, 6-hour walk
Continuation of the trek from Muri to Boghara.
About 6 hours' walk to reach Boghara.
The trek can involve steep ascents and descents through rocky mountain paths.
Set up camp for the night in Boghara.
Boghara to Dobang, 5-hour walk
Departure from Boghara for Dobang.
About 5 hours' walk to reach Dobang.
The trek may involve passages through rhododendron forests and mountain landscapes.
Set up camp for the night in Dobang.
Dobang to Choriban Khola, 5-hour walk
Continuation of the trek from Dobang to Choriban Khola.
Around 5 hours' walk to reach Choriban Khola.
The trek may cross steep paths and river gorges.
Set up camp for the night at Choriban Khola.
Choriban Khola to Italian base camp, 7-hour walk
Departure from Choriban Khola for the Italian base camp.
About 7 hours' walk to reach the Italian base camp.
The trek may cross alpine areas with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Set up camp for the night at the Italian base camp.
From Italian base camp to glacier camp, 6-hour hike
Trek from Italian base camp to glacier camp.
Approximately 6 hours' walk to reach Glacier Camp.
The trek may involve crossing glaciers and other difficult terrain.
Set up camp for the night at Glacier Camp.
From glacier camp to Dhaulagiri base camp, 7-hour hike
Departure from glacier camp for Dhaulagiri base camp.
About 7 hours' walk to reach Dhaulagiri base camp.
The trek may include passages through high-altitude passes and glacial terrain.
Set up camp for the night at Dhaulagiri base camp.
Dhaulagiri base camp to Hidden Valley via French Pass, 7-hour hike
Trek from Dhaulagiri base camp to Hidden Valley via French Pass.
Approx. 7 hours' walk to reach the Hidden Valley.
The trek can be difficult due to the high altitude and changing weather conditions.
Set up camp for the night in Hidden Valley.
Hidden Valley to Yak Kharka via Dhampus pass, 7-hour walk
Trek from the Hidden Valley to Yak Kharka via the Dhampus pass.
Around 7 hours' walk to reach Yak Kharka.
The trek offers panoramic views of the Dhaulagiri mountains.
Set up camp for the night at Yak Kharka.
Yak Kharka to Marpha, 5-hour walk
Trek from Yak Kharka to Marpha.
About 5 hours' walk to reach Marpha.
Settle in Marpha for the night.
Marpha to Pokhara, 7-hour drive
Return to Pokhara by car.
About 7 hours drive back to Pokhara.
Overnight accommodation in Pokhara.
Pokhara to Kathmandu, (4 trips)
Return to Kathmandu by car or plane.
About 4 trips back to Kathmandu.
Departure
Departure from Kathmandu according to individual travel plans.
