Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport (1400m)

The flight into Kathmandu is amazing, with views of towering mountains and lush green hills. Once you arrive you'll be driven to your accommodation. By one of our team members then you will chill your day.

Overnight at Kathmandu

Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing and trek preparation,

The valley has various tourist attractions so after your breakfast you can either have a guided tour around the city or explore by yourself. In the afternoon, after when you back to the hotel you'll have a brief orientation regarding the trek and will have a conversation with your guide, he will check all your trekking equipment and will be ready for the trek than in the evening will go for welcome dinner where will have Traditional Nepali Thakali thali set which will be a totally different test.

Overnight at Kathmandu

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Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara and drive to Darbang 1110m/6-7 hours

Today after your early morning breakfast, drive to Kathmandu airport, catch an early flight to Pokhara, then drive down to the Kali Gandaki Valley and up the Myagdi Khola valley to the settlement of Darbang. Once you reach Darbang explore the area after a brief rest.

Overnight at Darbang Village

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Day 4: Trek from Darbang to Sibang 1780m/6-7 hours

After early morning breakfast Start early and set off Sibang, passing through several villages and ridge-top settlements, lush woodlands, and dense vegetation, then continue the trail towards Takam to Sibang.

Overnight at Sibang

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Day 5: Trek from Sibang to Naura 1570m/4-5 hours

Today, after an early morning breakfast start your trek to the settlement of Muri, after that head towards Myagdi Khola valley to Naura Bhir. Once you arrive at Naura head towards your camp and get some rest.

Overnight at Naura

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Day 6: Trek from Naura to Dobhan 2520m/5-7 hours.

After your early morning breakfast, the trek takes you to Dobhan, the trail is covered with lush green woodlands, a perfect opportunity to witness the exotic flora and fauna of the region.

Overnight at Dobhan

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Day 7: Trek from Dobhan to Italian Base Camp 3660m/7-8 hours

After your early morning breakfast starts early and heads towards the trail, today's trek takes you through a variety of landscapes from woodlands to high rocky terrain. Italian base camp sits in the laps of the west face of the mighty Dhaulagiri, upon reaching the base camp set up your camp and explore the area in which you are not too tired.

Overnight at Italian Base Camp

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Day 8: Acclimatization Day

This is your day for acclimatization as you climb higher, you'll need to adapt to the thin oxygen levels, and there are several vantage points in the village where you can go for an acclimatization hike. So as per your guide plan have an early morning breakfast then go ahead for a day hike when you back from the Day hike have lunch and just chill your day.

Overnight at Italian Base Camp

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Day 9: Trek from Italian Base Camp to Japanese Base Camp 3890m/4-5 hours

After an early breakfast ascent towards Myangdi Khola, the climb today is strenuous so take it slow and have frequent rest. Once you arrive at Japanese Base camp, also known as Chhonbardan Glacier Camp, head to your camp and rest, have lunch, and enjoy the sunset views over the great Dhaulagiri peaks in the afternoon.

Overnight at Japanese Base Camp

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Day 10: Trek from Japanese Base Camp to Dhaulagiri Base Camp 4748m/4-5 hours

Start early as possible, after a light breakfast head towards Dhaulagiri base camp. It was a short but tough climb uphill. As you reach the base camp, you'll witness a view of the mighty Dhaulagiri I (8167 m), Dhaulagiri II (7751m), Dhaulagiri III (7715 m), Dhaulagiri V (7618 m), and the folds of glaciers running down the mountains. Once your camp is set take some much-needed rest and later on explore the area.

Overnight at Dhaulagiri Base Camp

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Day 11: Acclimatization Day

This is your second day for acclimatization, trekkers and climbers have plenty to do here, including an acclimatization hike to various vantage points. And you will be prepared for the French pass.

Overnight at Dhaulagiri Base Camp

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Day 12: Trek from Dhaulagiri Base Camp to Hidden Valley 5140m/ 6-7 hours walking via French Pass 5360m

Today's trail will bring you across high Steep Mountain and glaciers, take caution as at some point ropes are often required, as you pass this section the terrain changes to a relatively gentle landscape, from here head towards the French Pass (5360 m) offering you with views of Mukut Himal (6328 m), Tashi Kang (6386 meters) Sita Chuchura (6611 meters), Tukche Peak (6920 m) and the massive peak of Dhaulagiri I rows of endless peaks. Again, the trail continues along the edge of the Hidden valley to Thapa Pass (5244m), descend from the Pass, and towards your camp.

Overnight at Hidden Valley

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Day 13: Reserve Day for bad weather or rest day

If your summit attempt is canceled due to severe weather or illness, this extra day has been set aside for summiting, this day can also be used in the case of an emergency, such as airline delays or other unanticipated situations that force us to cancel a day of your vacation.

If all goes according to plan, the additional day may be used to take it easy and explore more of the path. Alternatively, you might spend the additional day tour in Kathmandu.

Day 14: Trek from Hidden Valley to Yak Kharka 4200 m/5-6 hours walking via Dhampus Pass 5244 m

After an early breakfast head to Yak Kharka, crossing the Dhampus Pass, the views from the top of the pass are breathtaking with a view of mountains and high green pastures. Once you reach Yak Kharka head towards your camp.

Overnight at Yak Kharka

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Day 15: Trek from Yak Kharka to Jomsom 2720m/4-5 hours walking via Marpha

After your today’s breakfast, your day will start with a good walk, trek is long and strenuous, as you'll have to descend to the Marpha village, located on the western bank of the Kali Gandaki River, a tiny settlement home to apple orchards farms. Once you arrive here head out to try some apple products like apple brandy, dry apple, and so many things and you will have lunch here then after you will move to Jomsom which is a very beautiful city, and will celebrate your last night in the mountains. With your team which will make memorable to everyone.

Overnight at Jomsom

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Day 16: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara and transfer to the hotel.

After an early breakfast, catch an early flight to Pokhara. Once you arrive at Pokhara you may rest or explore the lake city, the city has various tourist attraction spots from you to choose from. Then chill your day.

Overnight at Pokhara

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Day 17: Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist Bus transfer to hotel.

After your early morning breakfast, you will be transferred to the tourist bus park to head back to Kathmandu, the drive takes around 5 to 6 hours passing through various settlements and rolling hills. Once you arrive at Kathmandu head towards your accommodation.

In the evening, a special cultural program and a farewell dinner will be served to commemorate the end of your journey.

Overnight at Kathamndu

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Day 18: Final Departure

Our staff will drop you off at the airport, you'll bid farewell to your newfound friends as well as Nepal.

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