Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

The Dhaulagiri Circuit trek itinerary begins with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Beni. We will have our breakfast early in the morning and embark on a journey along the Trishuli River to arrive at Pokhara. As we get closer to Beni, the mountain scenery slowly unfolds before us. We will rest at a comfortable guesthouse in Beni and make preparations for our next day’s trek.

Today, we will begin our trekking journey starting from Beni. The trail will follow along the Myagdi Khola through numerous villages. En route, we will cross several suspension bridges and enjoy the natural scenery of the cultivated farmlands. After about 5 hours of walking, we will reach Babiachor, a place of our overnight stay.

Our trek continues as we follow along the Myagdi Khola through forests, terraced farmlands, and Magar villages. We will be introduced to the daily lifestyles of the rural villages of the Dhaulagiri region. Upon reaching Dharapani, we are presented with amazing views of the nearby greenery and ridges. 

Today’s journey follows several uphill climbs along the way to the Magar village of Muri. En route, we will be rewarded with incredible views of the Dhaulagiri mountain range and the Myagdi Khola. We will cross several rivers and traverse through the forests before reaching the ridge of Muri village. For the rest of the day, we can explore around the village, learn about the culture and lifestyles of the local magars, and enjoy the Himalayan views.

We will traverse through dense forests of rhododendrons and cross several suspension bridges along our way to reach Boghara Village. At first, we trek downhill towards a low pass, where we can get amazing views of the Ghustung South peak (6465 m). Then, the route will wind through dense forests of pine and oak to reach Boghara. 

After having our morning breakfast, we continue our trek along the Myagdi Khola on a forested trail. On our way, we pass through Jyardan and Lipshe villages. At Lipshe, we will have our lunch and take on a steady ascent to Lapche Kharka. Further ascent will take us to Dobang, where we will have our overnight stay in a tented camp.

After leaving Dobang, our trek route will again follow the forested path along the Myagdi Khola. Then, we will cross a wooden bridge and walk through expansive pastures. Finally, we make a steep ascent, which will lead us to Choriban Khola. As we will be making altitude gains, it is important for us to take steady steps and stay hydrated to avoid altitude sickness.

This day will be an incredible day of the Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek itinerary as we make our way to the Italian base camp. On our journey today, we get closer views of the glaciers and Tukche Peak. From the base camp, we are offered awe-inspiring views of the Dhaulagiri Massif. Indeed, a perfect place for setting our camp for the overnight stay.

Today will be a rest and acclimatization day as per our schedule on our Dhaulagiri trek. We will explore near the area and witness surrounding glaciers and Himalayan peaks. It is essential to have acclimatization days, as they will help our bodies to adjust to the higher altitude in the upcoming trekking days.

Our journey continues as we walk through a narrow and tricky gorge to reach the Swiss base camp. Then, we will take a challenging ascent to reach the glacier camp. From the glacier cap, we are treated to mesmerizing views of the Chhongardan Glacier and giant peaks such as Mount Dhaulagiri, Manapathi Peak, and Dhampus Peak.

The trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp will be demanding as well as a thrilling experience. We will make an ascent through steep moraines, providing us immaculate views of Tukuche Peak. As we continue our walk, we will witness the valley opening between Dhaulagiri and Tukuche like a T-junction. From there, we will reach the Dhaulagiri Base Camp after a short hike. 

The mesmerizing views of Dhaulagiri I, II, III, and V can be seen from the base camp, making our strenuous journey worthwhile.

We take another acclimatization day in our Dhaulagiri Trek itinerary at the beautiful Dhaulagiri Base Camp to adjust our bodies to the high altitude before our exhilarating adventure to the hidden valley. We will be roaming around the base camp today, capturing amazing photos and video and enjoying the scenery of the huge mountains that are around us.

Today will be a big day as we will have to go on a rigorous journey to the Hidden Valley through French Pass (5360 m). The French Pass will be a challenging climb, but the views of Tukuche Peak, Dhauligiri I, Sita Chuchura, and many other peaks at the summit of the pass will be well worth the effort.

Next, we will go to the hidden valley, which is situated between Tukuche and Thapa (Dhampus) peaks. Hidden Valley is a remote and isolated area surrounded by towering peaks. Here we shall make our camp for the night.

Today we shall proceed to Yak Kharka via Dhampus Pass, which is 5200 m high. At the pass, we can take our time to marvel at the spectacular scenery of the surrounding mountains. As we approach the Yak Kharka, we can observe the grazing of the yaks in the grassy meadows. We will spend our overnight at Yak Kharka.

Our today’s destination will be the renowned Marpha village, which actually falls under the Annapurna Circuit Trek region. The Marpha village is widely known for its apple orchards and locally produced apple brandy. We can explore around the apple orchards and try some local apple brandy during our stay here. This will also mark the final day of our trekking.

Today, we will embark on a long drive from Marpha heading towards Pokhara. We can explore around the bustling town of Pokhara if we have time on our hands in the afternoon. We will also have a farewell dinner in Pokhara, celebrating our successful Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek.