Dhaulagiri Round Trekking

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

Dhaulagiri Round Trekking Dhaulagiri round trekking is one of the most adventerous trekking destinations and remote area in Nepal. Dhaulagiri treks also popular as French pass trekking in Dhaulagiri region traverses the head of hidden valley trek by crossing glaciated French pass (5240 m.) and Thapa pass (5250 m.). As a most technical course, Dhaulagiri French Pass trek in Nepal is a tough, yet spectacular trek follows the steep descent through Thapa peak and Tukuche peak heading towards Marpha and Jomsom valley. Surrounded by the colossal peaks of northern face of Dhaulagiri massif Nepal Dhaulagiri French Pass Trekking starts from the semi tropical region and then passes into the alpine wilderness of snow capped peaks and glaciers. As a Nepal trekking specialst we offer most up to date Trek to Dhaulagiri French pass information.

02 / WHY GO

The memorable moments

Meet the local ethnic groups in the region and encounter their traditional ways of living of Gurung, Magar, and Chettris. View of the 7th highest peak of world, Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m) among many other enchanting Himalayas. Experience staying in a mountain tea houses will help to relax our mind and soul Challenging high passes along the less traveled trails in the west of Dhaulagiri towards the trade route.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day 1: Kathmandu-Pokhara-Beni by Overland ( 850m./2805 ft.) 8 hours driveDhaulagiri Round Trekking — Departure early morning at 7:00 a.m to Pokhara by tourist bus 6 hours driving. Drive continue private vehicle to Beni ( 850m./28050ft.) another 3 hours then stay there overnight at tent. Meals included :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 2: Beni- Babiachor- Takam ( 1500m./4950ft.) 6 hours driving — This days the drive begins heads west along the north bank of the Marshyangdi Khola through the village of Beni Mangalghat to Singa and Tatopani (hot springs). We stay at Takam overnight at tent . Meals included :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 3: Takam- Muri ( 1850m./6105ft.) 6 hours walk — This day, After crossing the river to its West Bank as you leave Phedi the trail starts climbing in earnest and there will be many switch-backs until you arrive at the ridge and the angle of ascent eases. Again the trail climbs steeply to the villages of Muri. Continue your trek to Sibang and Mattim. From here you continue up an incline to the snout of the ridge, descend to the Gatti Khola and reach Phalai Gaon. Cross the Dhara Khola to once again emerge on the west bank of the Myagdi Khola and then climb a ridge to the large Magar village of Muri then stay there overnight at tent. Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 4: Muri- Boghara ( 2080m./6864ft.) 5 hours walk — Descend a little, cross a stream and continue through terraced fields before climbing a ridge to reach the pass from where you can see Mt. Ghustung South (6465 meters). Descend to the Myagdi Khola and trek along its West Bank to the village of Naura from where you will climb a little before traversing a grassy hill and climbing a steep slope with switch-backs, then descend through a forest and terraced fields to Boghara then stay there overnight at tent. Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 5: Boghara-Dobang ( 2520m./8316ft.) 5 hours walk — We walk to Dobang. This day we begin to walk through terraced fields to a small ridge, then through a forest to Jyardan which is the most remote permanent settlement in this part. After the settlement a high winding path crosses a rocky area which then descends before climbing again to Lipshe where there is on single hut. The trail continues through a forest to Lapche Kharka and then climbs to the level area at Dobang. We stay there overnight at tent . Meals included :Breakfast, Lunch,Dinner Day 6: Dobang- Choriban Khola ( 3110m./10263ft.) 5 hours walk — We trek to Choriban Khola . After crossing a wooden bridge out of Dobang the trail ascends a forested area. Soon the west face of Dhaulagiri I (8167 meters) becomes visible through breaks in the trees. Descend to the Myagdi Khola and cross via a wooden bridge to the east bank continue to Chartare. Passing through forests again, you cut across a rocky area and cross a stream to Choriban Khola. We stay there overnight at tent. Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 7: Choriban- Italian Base Camp ( 3660m./12078ft.) 6 hours walk — The trail leads us to Italian Base Camp. This day the trail to the terminal moraine of the Chhonbarban Glacier and enter the glacier from the right. Tukche Peak (6837 meters) becomes visible straight on; at the far end while the impressive north flank of Dhaulagiri I (8167 meters) dominates the skyline to your right. After a short while you will reach Italian Base Camp (3660 meters). To the west are the peaks of Dhaulagiri II (7751meters), Dhaulagiri III (7715 meters) and Dhaulagiri V (7618 meters) can be seen. We stay there overnight at tent. Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 8: Acclimatization or rest day. — We take a rest day for Acclimatization to make sure and confidence for reaching our destination. We stay at same place at tent . Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 9: Italian Base Camp-Glacier Camp ( 4210m./13893ft.) 6 hours walk — We trek to Glacier Camp. This day, Early in the morning when the weather is expected to be clear, This Trail is prone to stone fall, which passes through a narrow gorge. We stay there overnight at tent. Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 10: Glacier Camp- Dhaulagiri Base Camp ( 4740m./15642ft.) 6 hours walk — This day, This is one of our adventurous days to Dhaulagiri base camp. From here you can look up at the impressive north face of Dhaulagiri I (8167 meters) dominating the skyline to your right. To the west are peaks of Dhaulagiri II (7751meters), Dhaulagiri III (7715 meters) and Dhaulagiri V (7618 meters). In front of you is the impressive icefall that descends from the north east col. We stay there overnight at tent. Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 11: Acclimatization — We take another acclimatization day for the pass. Stay at same tent . Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 12: Cross French Pass then trek to Hidden Valley ( 5200m./17160ft.) 6 hours walk — We walk today to Hidden valley. This day form North east col, we climb two terraced hills, the first of which runs along the glacier, then cutts across the mountain flank and the moraine you enter a gentle incline on the left from an ablation valley. Climb this gentle slope to the French Pass (5360m./17688ft.). A great vista opens up from the French Pass and you will be able to see Mukut Himal (6328 meters), Tashi Kang (6386 meters) and Sita Chuchura (6611 meters), all of which surround the Hidden Valley. To the south is Tukche Peak (6920 meters) and beyond is the massive peak of Dhaulagiri I. From French Pass you continue along the right edge of the Hidden valley losing a little altitude to Thapa Pass (5250meters) between Tukche Peak and Thapa Peak (6,012 meters). Descending from Thapa Pass you will make it to camp at Hidden Valley then stay there overnight at tent. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 13: Hidden Valley- Dhampus Pass -Yak Kharka ( 3680m./12144ft.) 6 hours walk — Descend from the hidden valley to the Dhampus Pass (5200m./17160ft.) and continue to Yak Kharka. There is a perfect camp site to enjoy the surroundings. We stay there overnight at tent. Meals included :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 14: Yak Kharka-Jomsom ( 2710m./8943ft.) 5 hours walk — We trek to Jomsom . We descend to the village of Marpha, on the west bank of the Kali Gandaki River. Marpha is home to many apple orchids as well as all the various food products made from fruit. Apple Brandy is a local specialty that you may be lucky enough to taste en route. Continue north, up the river valley to the town of Jomsom. We stay there overnight at lodge . Meals included :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 15: Jomsom- Pokhara (900m./2970ft.) 25 minutes flight — Fly early morning to Pokhara . You will have wonderful flight to Pokhara as Annapurna and Fishtail will be on left hand side and Dhaulagiri and other snowcapped mountains will be on your right hand side. Meals included : Breakfast

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Kathmandu-Pokhara-Beni by Overland ( 850m./2805 ft.) 8 hours driveDhaulagiri Round Trekking — Departure early morning at 7:00 a.m to Pokhara by tourist bus 6 hours driving. Drive continue private vehicle to Beni ( 850m./28050ft.) another 3 hours then stay there overnight at tent.+