Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek

We will be heading towards Beni which is also the starting point for our trek. We need to drive on Prithivi Highway from Kathmandu. The drive will last for about 9 hours. The drive will be long but the views along the highway is beautiful and will pass through the famous lake city of Pokhara.
Overnight at teahouse

We will move towards Darbang. From Darbang we will walk about 3-4 hours to reach Dharapani. Following the river(Myagdi Khola). On the way we will see Dhaulagiri range, Gorje himal. We will cross Magar and Gurung village.
Overnight at teahouse

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 (1,810m). 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.
Overnight at teahouse

Starting from Muri it will take us about 6 hours to reach the Baghara. Today we will be crossing a river called Dhora Khola. Alongside Dhora Khola notice terrace farmlands. From here we will climb the mountain right to us until we reach Ghorban Dhara. Ghorban Dhara provides the perfect view of Ghustung south which is elevated at 6465m. We will then start following the path alongside Myagdi Khola until we reach Naura. We will climb right up the mountainside to Ghorban Dhara. From Ghorban Dhara, we will get to see Ghustung South (6465m). Before reaching the Naura we follow the river bank path of Myagdi Khola. From Naura, we ascend begins on the mountainside. Sometime of uphill climbing, and a path that traverses the steep grass covered hills. And trailing further away in a well-constructed zigzag stone steep paths while descending through a forested area, emerging to a ridge snout Baghara becomes visible elevate at 2050m.
[Included meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner]
Overnight at tent

The trail first descends 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 one single hut. The trail continues through a forest to Lapche Kharka and then climbs to the level area at Dobang. Dobang is a largish clearing in the forest with two huts and a large area for camp.
[Included meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner]
Overnight at tent

From today, begins the real adventure. The trail isn’t very clearly marked and balance and concentration is very important. Past, Dobang, walk along the raging Myagdi khola. Some sections require scrambling on all fours and balancing on fallen logs. Soon, cross the bridge and climb steeply through bamboo and old growth forests. You will cross two sections where part of the trail has been washed away by landslides. Here you may see langurs jumping around in the trees. After walking 3-4hr from Dobhan, you will arrive at Sallaghari, lunch stop. Past Sallaghari, continue to climb steeply through thorny aegelia brush. After about 2-3hr walk, we will arrive at Italy Base Camp used by the Italians for their ascent of Dhaulagiri.
[Included meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner]
Overnight at tent

The trek is considered the difficult so rest is must if you want to complete your trek. We will be taking break from our hiking and will rest for today. We will explore around the base camp so that we can adjust to the air at high altitude. We will visit tea houses which has some of trekkers item you can pick up some item. After exploring the tea houses and enjoying the breathtaking views of Dhaulagiri range and Manapathi peak we will return to our camping site for the overnight.
[Included meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner]
Overnight at tent

Our body today will fell much lighter which will be helpful for today’s trekking. We will continue our trek towards Glacier Camp. The trail is much rougher with rocks and traversing steep slope and slipper glaciers. After some time, we will cross moraine of glacier flowing down from the Dhaulagiri. We also need ropes to do some climbing on today’s trekking. After 5 hours of trekking we will reach our final stop Glacier Camp.
[Included meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner]
Overnight at tent

Today is the most challenging day out of our journey. The climb uphill will be much tougher and challenging. Walking on the glacier, sometimes on the lateral moraine and undulating surface of the glacier itself, we carefully and responsibly make our way up to Dhaulagiri Base Camp. Upon reaching, we can see the stunning view of all the peaks of Dhaulagiri range along with an amazing icefall descending from the Dhaulagiri and Tukuche Peak ridgeline.
[Included meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner]
Overnight at tent

After the glacier climb two terraced hills, the first of which runs along the glacier, then cuts across the mountain flank and the moraine we enter a gentle incline on the left from an ablation valley. Climb this gentle slope to the French Pass (5,360m). A great vista opens up from the French Pass and we will be able to see Mukut Himal (6,328m), Tashi Kang (6,386m) and Sita Chuchura (6,611m), all of which surround the Hidden Valley. To the south is Tukche Peak (6,920m) and beyond is the massive peak of Dhaulagiri I. From the French Pass continue along the right edge of the Hidden valley losing a little altitude to the Thapa Pass (5,250m) between Tukche Peak and Thapa Peak (6,012m). Descending from the Thapa Pass will make it to the camp at 5,200m.
[Included meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner]
Overnight at tent

To reach Yak Kharka we firstly need to cross the Dhampus Pass and the trek will last for about seven hours. Trek to Dhampus is tough as we should climb steep uphill. Not only uphill is challenging but downhill is as tough as uphill. While descending we will pass through avalanche-prone slopes and rocky slopes. After descending through challenging trail, we will reach an open space where yak grazes. This open grazing space is known as Yak Kharka. We will camp at Yak Kharka for the overnight stay.
[Included meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner]
Overnight at tent

Today’s trek is going to be the easiest after all those days of hard and tough trekking. Our final stop for the day is Jomsom. After having hot breakfast at camp, we will hike downhill towards kali Gandaki valley from where we can reach the settlement of Allubari (3400 meter). again, descending from Allubari we will eventually reach the village of Marpha which is elevated at (2667m). here at Marpha village you can do some shopping as the village is beautiful and there are number of crafts shops around village. From Marpha village we will gain some elevation to reach our final stop for the day Jomsom. Here you can enjoy the completion of you trek. We will do some camp fire with local apple Marpha(alcohol) and beers.
Overnight at teahouse

We fly back to Pokhara, early in the morning, enjoying an aerial view of the mountains. Later in the afternoon, explore the beautiful Pokhara city boating, enjoy the view of Mt. Machhapuchhre and Phewa Lake and visiting the famous places of Pokhara.
Overnight at hotel

After having breakfast in the hotel at Pokhara scenic drive to KTM following Prithvi Highway witnessing the rural landscapes dominated by lush vegetation and rushing rivers with full of fun throughout the drive. It takes about 6hr drive back to Kathmandu. After reaching there our representative will transfer you to the hotel. You can spend the rest of the by relaxing or shopping for gifts and souvenirs.
Overnight at hotel