The Dhaulagiri massif
is one of the tallest and biggest mountain systems in
the world, forty kilometres long and encompasses no
fewer than fifteen 7,000 m. plus peaks. The trek is an
extended and strenuous trek, through high alpine
pastures, high passes and serene, and uninhabited
valleys.
The area was
originally closed to visitors, for a variety of reasons
- including its remoteness, the region west and north of
Dhaulagiri was opened to trekkers in 1990, travelling in
organized groups. This made it possible for trekkers to
enter the region north of the Dhaulagiri massif.
ITINERARY
Day
1 Arrive Kathmandu
Day
2 Full Day
sightseeing
starting with be Swayambhunath, one of
worlds most glorious, ancient, enigmatic and holiest
of Buddhist Chaityas dating back more than 2000 years.
We will then visit the Bouddhanth, a colossal and
ancient Stupa, said to be the world biggest. The stupa
is said to hold the remains of Kasyapa - the Buddha of
the previous time. From there we will head to Guheshwari,
which is where Sati, the consort of Siva, immolated
herself due to her fathers insult. We then move on to
Pashupatinath with two tiered golden roof and
silver doors . It is famous for its superb Newari
architecture. We will also visit Durbar square before
heading back to our hotel.
Day
3 Fly to Pokhara. Overnight hotel. Free
to explore Pokhara.
Day
4 Drive to Beni (850m) 4 hrs.
The
drive takes about 4 hours, after which we o through a
police check post where your trekking permits will be
examined. Camp Overnight.
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Day
5 Trek to Babiachor (950 m) 5 hrs.
From
Beni we head west along the north bank of the
Myagdi Khola through several small villages.
We then cross two bridges near the village of
Simalchour, and head back to the north bank
from where it continues to the village of
Babichor. Camp Overnight.
Day
6 Trek
to Dharapani (1,400m) 6 hrs.
The
valley widens as we head out, with terraced
hills on both sides of the river. We soon
arrive at Ratorunga and continue to the
village of Dharapani. Camp Overnight.
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Day
7 Trek to Muri (1,850m) 5 hrs.
We
cross the river and head north to Phedi after whcih we
climb through many switch-backs until we arrive at the
villages of Muri. We continue towards Sibang and Mattim
and onto the large Magar village. Camp Overnight.
Day
8 Trek to Boghara (2080m) 6 hrs.
After
climbing a ridge, we reach a pass from where you can see
Mt. Ghustung South (6465 m). We then trek along the west
bank of the Myagdi Khola, up several more switch backs,
to Boghara (2080 m). Camp Overnight.
Day
9 Trek to Dobang (2,520m) 5 hrs.
The
trail beyond Boghara descends through terraced fields
and then up a high winding path to Lipshe where there is
one single hut. The trail continues through a forest to
Lapche Kharka and then climbs to the area at Dobang.
Camp Overnight.
Day
10 Trek to Choriban Khola (3,110m) 6 hrs.
Today,
the
west face of Dhaulagiri I (8167m) will soon become
visible through breaks in the trees. After passing
through several forests we cut across a rocky area and
cross a stream to Choriban Khola. Camp Overnight.
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Day
11 Trek to Italian Base Camp (3,660m) 7
hrs.
We
head along an ill defined trail to the
Chhonbarban Glacier Ahead of us is Tukche Peak
(6837m) and the right, the impressive north
flank of Dhaulagiri I (8167m) After a short
while you will reach Italian Base Camp (3660
m). Camp Overnight.
Day
12 Rest
Day.
Day
13
Trek
to Glacier Camp (4210m) 6 hrs.
We
head off early while the weather is clear to
glacier camp. Camp Overnight.
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Day
14 Trek to
Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4740m)
Tukche
Peak (6837 m.) becomes visible straight on; at the far
end while the impressive north flank of Dhaulagiri I
(8167 m.) dominates the skyline to your right. After a
short while you will reach Dhaulagiri Base Camp (3660
m), which is also the site of your camp for the night.
To the west are the peaks of Dhaulagiri II (7751m),
Dhaulagiri III (7715 m) and Dhaulagiri V (7618 m). Camp
Overnight.
Day
15 Rest Day.
Day
16 Trek to the French Pass (5,100 m) Hidden Valley
High Camp. (5,360m) 6 hrs.
We
head up terraced hills, into a valley and gently on up
the French Pass (5100m). We will soon be able to see
Mukut Himal (6328 m.), Tashi Kang (6386 m.) and Sita
Chuchura (6611m). We continue along the right edge of
the Hidden valley and descend from Thapa Pass to make
camp at about 5360m.
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Day
17 Cross
Dhampus Pass, and trek through Yak
Kharka (3,680m) 6 hrs.
We
descend to the Dhampus Pass and continue to
Yak Kharka. Camp Overnight.
Day
18 Trek Marpha (2,667m) to Jomsom (2,710m)
3 hrs.
Descend
to the village of Marpha and continue to north
up the river valley to the town of Jomsom.
Camp Overnight.
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Day
19 Flight: Jomsom Pokhara (35 min). Spend the
rest of the day enjoying the attractions of Pokhara.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day
20
Fly to Kathmandu. Arrive Kathmandu and free to
explore at your leisure.
Day
21 Final Departure
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information
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