The Dhaulagiri trek offers an awe-inspiring journey through the massive Dhaulagiri mountain range, which boasts fifteen peaks over 7,000 meters. This trek is not only challenging but also immensely rewarding for those with a sense of adventure and the ability to handle the unexpected. The region is known for its dramatic contrasts in geography, making it a unique and captivating experience. Trekking around Dhaulagiri, the world’s eighth-highest peak, involves crossing formidable mountain passes, including the French Pass (5,360 meters) and Thapa Pass (5,200 meters). The trek follows icy tracks and presents significant challenges, but the stunning views make it all worthwhile. Exploring this wild and recently reopened region reveals long-hidden secrets, such as the Gandaki Gorge, the deepest gorge in the world. The name “Dhaulagiri” translates to “white mountain,” and while many mountains share this name, Dhaulagiri stands out as one of the most astonishing. This trek is an opportunity to delve into an unspoiled wilderness and experience the grandeur of the Himalayas in its purest form.
Itinerary
- Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu
- Day 2 Sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath.
- Day 3 Drive to Pokhara
- Day 4 Drive to Ghandruk (Drive 03-04 hrs) and Trek to Tadapani
- Day 5 Trek to Dobato
- Day 6 Trek to upper Chistibung
- Day 7 Trek to Kopra Ridge
- Day 8 Trek to Khayar Lake / Back to Kopra.
- Day 9 Trek to Swanta.
- Day 10 Trek to Ghorepani
- Day 11 (Sunrise trip to Punhill) Trek to Trikhedunga.
- Day 12 Trek to Nayapul Drive to Pokhara
- Day 13 Drive or fly back to Kathmandu
- Day 14 Trip ends! Fly back home, taking with you the memory of a life time.