10/16/2010 - 11/16/2010
Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is a challenging trek around the Dhaulagiri Peak (8,167m/26,745ft), the sixth highest mountain in the world, involves snow and glacier walking. This is the perfect trip those who want a more intense experience of the mountains. You will be trekking deep into the Dhaulagiri Himal to the Italian Base Camp and Dhaulagiri north base camp, offering a wonderful view of gigantic north face of Dhaulagiri. You will cross two high passes, the French pass (5,240m/17,192ft) and Thapa pass (5,155m/16,913ft) providing more spectacular views of Dhaulagiri, Throng peak, Annapurna and Kali Gandaki River; the world deepest gorge. You may encounter semi -wild yak herds, mountain sheep or the elusive snow leopard in the remote valleys of this region.
Around Dhaulagiri trek begin in the antique city of Pokhara; from where you will board a bus to Beni, you will spend the first few days of your trek walking through cultivated fields connected to some of the mountain villages while enjoying the shops, teahouses, and lifestyle of the Gurung, Chhetri, and Magar people. During these days you will walk along cobblestone paths, over suspension bridges and through dense forests, enjoying the vistas of some of the worlds most beautiful mountains. The climb begins to get tougher after Dobang, as you ascend to the Italian Base Camp with impressive views of Dhaulagiri I, II, III, IV& V; taking a day to rest, acclimatize, explore and fully absorb the beauty of surrounding peaks. You will then make your way to Dhaulagiri North Base Camp. The trek then continues on to the Iced French and Thapa Passes which have to be scaled before you descend down a winding trail to Yak Kharka. Once again you will find yourself among mountain people and their villages. After long descend you will arrive in Marpha, popular city of Mustang district. You follow the Annapurna classical trek and pass the world’s deepest gorge. The hot springs at Tatopani offer an excellent retreat after a strenuous trek surrounded by the majestic peak of Annapurna and Machhapuchhare. From Tatopani you make your way back to Pokhara, visiting, on the way, several monasteries and sites of religious importance. Once in Pokhara you can enjoy a few bottles of cold beverages while looking back at this unforgettable experience.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Pokhara Transfer to Hotel
Day 02: Drive to Beni (873m.)
The drive takes about eleven hours, via the beautiful city of Pokhara. Stay overnight at camp in Beni.
Day 03: Trek to Babiyochour (943m.)
It is all about five hours trek from Beni to Babiyochour along the bank o fMyagdi Khola. En route, trail crosses thheh village of Simalchour.O/N stay at Babiyochour.
Day 04: Trek to Dharapani (1400m.)
Trekking about six hours you will reach to Dharapani. The trail crosses through the sparse rhododendron, pine and oak forest along with traditional village. Dharapani is a big village with traditional big hourses with thatched roofs, made by tin, straw, wood and other available materials. The pretty hospitality of the local inhabitants please you. O/N at lodge.
Day 05: Trek to Muri (1855m.)
The descend walk through the villages and uphill through another village takes you to Muri after six and half hours. Muri is a small village. In a clear weather, you can get a glimpse of Manapathi peak and the whole Dhaulagiri range. O/N at camp.
Day 06: Trek to Baghar Village (2082m.)
The trail intially descends with a gentle slopes to cross stream and terraced fields to Dhora khola. On the way you will see the glorious view of Ghustung south (6465m). When the long climb ends, and you traverse to the right-where you must also beware of mis-stepping and falling into the gorge of the Myagdi khola. Go down through terraced fields to this mountain village and camp in the terraced fields. O/N at camp in Baghar.
Day 07: Trek to Doban (2531m.)
It is about five hours trek. After this point you start challenging trail leaving the villages behind. O/N at camp.
Day 08: Trek to Bhadoure Kharka (3135m.)
Trek from Dobang to Bhadoure Kharka takes about six hours. The trail passes through forest of bamboo, pine trees and rhododendrons. The trek of uphill and downhill respectively takes you to Bhadoure Kharka. O/N at camp.
Day 09: Trek to Italian Base Camp (3663m.)
Trek from Bhadoure Kharka to Italian Base Camp takes about six and half hours.
The entire trail is quite strenuous and difficult and covered by bamboo forest. The base camp lets you to experience breathtaking views of Dhaulagiri range, Manapathi peak, Dhaulagiri II among other unnamed peaks and mountains. O/N at camp.
Day 10: Rest /acclimatizing
Rest the day for acclimatization and hang around.
Day 11: Trek to Glacier Camp (4231m.)
Trekking to Glacier Camp takes about six hours. Cross the glacier using a rope at a couple of tricky spots. Although the trail is dangerous surroundings are spectacular. The day is specially tough and challenging due to the frequent use of rope on the section. The Glacialer Camp is also called French Camp. O/N at lodge.
Day 12: Trek to Dhaulagiri B C (4777m.)
The trek takes about five hours. The rough wreckage gives way to the smooth ice of the white part of the glacier. Climbing stedily to the rough and frightening but spectacular Dhaulagiri Base Camp. O/N at camp.
Day 13: Rest/ acclimatizing
Take the rest day for acclimatizing.
Day 14: Trek to France Pass (5268m.) to Hidden Valley height camp (4012m.)
It takes about four hours’ trek. Trekkers often use ropes for getting off the glacier above the base camp. As you climb to the top of French Col (5300m,) the views of Hidden Valley open out. The valley cools about -20 degree C at Night. O/N at Camp.
Day 15: Trek to Climbing Dhampush Peak (60131m.)
This day you will climb to Dhampus Peak and get back to the camp for over night stay.
Day 16: Trek to Cross the Dhampus pass and Trek through Yak kharka (3655m.)
It is about seven hour’s trek to Dhampus pass. You cross avalanche-prone slopes taking steep descent to Yak Kharka. O/N at camp.
Day 17: Trek to Marfha Village (2673m.)
This trek takes about five hours. Trail is more steep leading to Marpha. The trail is not much covered with trees. On the way you can see some yak and sheep herds. Marpha is a clean and small town inhabited by a mixed community of Buddhist including Hindus. Apple farm adds extra glory to its beauty. There is a monastery with walls and prayer fluttering flags with mountain winds. As per the interest you can enjoy Marpha Brandy, local brandy of apple. O/N at lodge or camp.
Day 18: Trek to Jomsong (2710m.)
This is a short trek along the road through the back of Kali Gandaki river.
Day 19: Fly to Pokhara Transfer to Hotel
Day 20: Sightseeing in Pokhara Valley about people and culture and Temple etc:
Day 21: Boating on the Fewa lake see the Morning sunrise View from the lake with all Mountain. and walk 30 minet up to the world Stupa to see the View of the hole mt, and City of pokhara and fevening Back to hotel
Day 22: final Departure
Cost Inclusion
1. 4 Night Hotel Stay (Standard Hotel) at Pokhara inclusive of Breakfast
2. Sightseeing at Pokhara
3. Flight Ticket from Jomsom – Pokhara
4. Trekking permit for 18 days
5. National Park Fees
6. Entrance fee at all temple, monastery & museum
7. Cost of city guide
8. All transfers from Airport / Local
9. Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with tea/coffee/drinking chocolate while trekking
10. Insurance for all guide, porter & other staff
11. Equipment money for Guide for crossing Dhaulagiri Pass
12. Equipments Included
• Sleeping Bag
• Down Jacket
• Hiking Stick
• Ice axes
• Climbing Carabineers
• Harnesses
• Crampons
• Sleeping Mattress
• Ropes
• Member Tent
• Dining Tent
• Sitting Chair & Eating Table
• Shower Tent
• Toilet Tent
• Sun Solar Charger in Tent
Cost Exclusion
• Visa fees/ International airfare to & from home city
• Excess baggage charges
• Lunch & evening meals in Pokhara
• Travel and rescue insurance
• Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters
• Tips for guides and porters.
• Optional trips and sightseeing if extend
• Extra cost incurred due to extended days dues to unforeseen weather condition
Equipment Check List
The following basic equipments check lists should help you with your packing. Please remember that you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum. At the start of the trek your packed trek bag should weigh not more than 33 pounds or 15 kg.
Head:
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses with UV protection
Upper Body:
T-shirts (2)
Light and expedition weight thermal tops
Fleece jacket or pullover
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Down vest and/or jacket (will be provided by us)
Hands:
Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
Lower Body:
Underwear (4)
Hiking shorts (2)
Lightweight cotton long pants
Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
Fleece or wool pants
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
Feet:
Thin, lightweight inner socks (4)
Thick, warm wool hiking socks (4)
Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
Gaiters for hiking in winter to the base camp
Accessories:
Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F (Will be provided by us)
Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries
Small pad Basic First Aid Kit (see Health and Medicinal)
Large plastic bags - for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
Thermarest sleeping pad
Water bottles (2)
Toiletries
Small wash towel