The Dhaulagiri Circuit, commonly known as the Dhaulagiri Round, is one of Nepal's top treks. The Dhaulagiri trekking trail passes via French Col and Dhampus Pass, both of which are over 5,000 meters high.
The Dhaulagiri Circuit trip is difficult and exciting for experienced hikers searching for an expedition-style adventure. This circuit trek is breathtaking and fascinating at every level, from farming towns in the Himalayan foothills to high alpine pastures, desolate valleys, and close-up views of many peaks above 8,000 meters. Trekking the Dhaulagiri trail takes you to a secluded part of Nepal. The journey begins by passing through villages with views of the Dhaulagiri range. We trek through Chonbarden Gorge on our way to Dhaulagiri Base Camp after leaving Italian Base Camp.
| Day 01: | Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to a Hotel |
| Day 02: | Drive from Kathmandu to Baglung and Trek to Beni | Altitude: 817 M | Drive: 9 Hrs & Trek: 4 Hrs |
| Day 03: | Trek from Beni to Babichor | Altitude: 950 M | Trek: 5-6 Hrs |
| Day 04: | Trek from Babichor to Dharapani | Altitude: 1500 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs |
| Day 05: | Trek from Dharapani to Muri | Altitude: 1840 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs |
| Day 06: | Trek from Muri to Boghara | Altitude: 2080 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs |
| Day 07: | Trek from Boghara to Dobang | Altitude: 2520 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs |
| Day 08: | Trek from Dobang to Choribang Khola | Altitude: 3110 M | Trek: 5-6 Hrs |
| Day 09: | Trek from Choribang Khola to Italian Base Camp | Altitude: 3660 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs |
| Day 10: | Acclimatization Day |
| Day 11: | Trek from Italian Base Camp to Glasier Camp | Altitude: 4210 M | Trek: 5-6 Hrs |
| Day 12: | Trek from Glasier Camp to Dhaulagiri Base Camp | Altitude: 4740 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs |
| Day 13: | Acclimatization Day |
| Day 14: | Trek from Dhaulagiri B.C to French Pass and Hidden Valley | Altitude: 5360 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs |
| Day 15: | Trek from Hidden Valley to Thapa pass to Yak Kharka | Altitude: 4400 M | Trek: 5-6 Hrs |
| Day 16: | Trek from Yak Kharka to Tukuche | Altitude: 2591 M | Trek: 5- 6 Hrs |
| Day 17: | Trek from Tukuche to Ghasa | Altitude: 2012 M | Trek: 5-6 Hrs |
| Day 18: | Trek from Ghasa to Tatopani | Altitude: 5-6 Hrs |
| Day 19: | Trek from Tatopani to Beni and Drive to Pokhara | Trek: 4-5 Hrs & Drive: 4 Hrs |
| Day 20: | Sightseeing in Pokhara and Drive Back to Kathmandu | Drive: 6-7 Hrs |
| Day 21: | Departure Day |
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to a Hotel
Flying into Kathmandu on a clear day is a remarkable experience in and of itself. As you descend to Kathmandu airport, you'll receive your first glimpse of Himalayan peaks. After clearing immigration, proceed to the outdoor passenger pick-up area. We'll bring you to your accommodation, and your guide will give you a complete hike briefing later that afternoon. The remainder of the day is yours to explore Kathmandu and purchase any items you may require for the journey.
Meal: Dinner
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Baglung and Trek to Beni | Altitude: 817 M | Drive: 9 Hrs & Trek: 4 Hrs
You rise early today to continue your trek to Baglung via Pokhara. Along the route, you'll see vegetation, rivers, and other sights. On your trip, you'll pass through a number of small towns. When you arrive in Pokhara, follow the signs to Baglung. This city is roughly 37 kilometers away. As soon as you get to Baglung, your trip begins in the direction of Beni. The path is not particularly difficult, and it takes around a couple of hours to walk to Beni.
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 03: Trek from Beni to Babichor | Altitude: 950 M | Trek: 5-6 Hrs
From Beni, you'll go to Babichor today. You walk down the Myagdi Khola as you leave the little yet lovely town. You will travel through the villages of Singa, Tatopani, and Beni Mangalghat. Before reaching Simalchaur, you'll cross two suspension bridges on the trails. From there, continue walking through the Myagdi Khola's pathways past terraced farms. Make your way to Babichor.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 04: Trek from Babichor to Dharapani | Altitude: 1500 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs
We will start our trip to Dharapani after breakfast. On both sides of the rivers, when you leave Babichor, you can see terraced slopes. There's a beautiful scene there. The routes are a little uneven and rugged today, so be prepared for some adventure. Duk Khola may be seen as you travel along this trail. As you progress down the pathways, they become narrower until you reach Dharapani. You'll spend the night here.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 05: Trek from Dharapani to Muri | Altitude: 1840 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs
We stroll from Dharapani through Takum and Sibang villages. This is a rich area with many terraced rice and wheat farms. To the west, there are good views of Gurja Himal and Puta Hiunchuli. We continue to Muri village after crossing the Dhara Khola on a suspension bridge. The Magar ethnic caste makes up the majority of the residents of this village. We will spend the night here.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 06: Trek from Muri to Boghara | Altitude: 2080 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs
We descend from Muri's camp to the Muri Khola's bridge. We take a stroll through bamboo groves and pastures with farmhouses. The valley steepens further north, and the trail becomes steep in parts. In Boghara village, we set up camp on the grounds of the elementary school.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 07: Trek from Boghara to Dobang | Altitude: 2520 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs
The trail follows the west bank of the Myagdi Khola from Boghara. We take a trek in the woods on an undulating track. Look up to the cliffs high above the route, where residents come to collect honey from big bee nests. At 2,080 meters, we pause for lunch at Lipshe. After that, we continue traveling through the forest until we reach a clearing near Dobang. There are a few simple teahouses and a campground nearby.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, And Dinner
Day 08: Trek from Dobang to Choribang Khola | Altitude: 3110 M | Trek: 5-6 Hrs
Today after breakfast we will be moving towards Choribang Khola enjoying the scenic views of the mountains far above and green vegetation. After a continuous walk of about 6 hours, we will be reaching our last point for today and spending the night there.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 09: Trek from Choribang Khola to Italian Base Camp | Altitude: 3660 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs
We will walk today through pine, rhododendron, and birch woodland. We'll see heather, juniper, and azaleas once we're above the tree line. At Italian Base Camp, the trail ascends to a grassy region on the lateral moraine. The majestic west face of Dhaulagiri towers over the camp. On the other side of the valley, Tsaurabong Peak may be seen.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 10: Acclimatization Day
Your first acclimatization day will be on the tenth day of your Dhaulagiri Circuit trek. This day is held to assist your body in adjusting to its current surroundings. Today you wander around the camp, taking in the breathtaking views of the snow-capped mountains. Before continuing your ascent, you should relax your body.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 11: Trek from Italian Base Camp to Glasier Camp | Altitude: 4210 M | Trek: 5-6 Hrs
The trail descends a steep lateral moraine to the glacier from Italian Base Camp. We traverse along the moraine on the left side of the Chonbarden gorge after crossing the glacier. In the small Chonbarden gorge, we hike through loose rocks. We walk another hour on the ice to Glacier Camp. We will set up our tent on the ledges leveled in the glacier's ice.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 12: Trek from Glasier Camp to Dhaulagiri Base Camp | Altitude: 4740 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs
To get to Dhaulagiri Base Camp, we take a rocky trail along the moraine-covered glacier. With Dhaulagiri I, Tukuche Peak, and Little Eiger in the background, the panorama is breathtaking. Dhaulagiri II (7,751m) and IV (7,751m) are located further west (7,618m). Through the icefall, you can also see the beginnings of the Dhaulagiri climbing route.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 13: Acclimatization Day
Another acclimatization session is taking place at the base camp of the world's seventh-tallest mountain. Because you trekked above 4000 meters, you should take a rest day to avoid altitude sickness. You are free to wander around the area and take photographs. Alternatively, get some rest and store your energy for the next day.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 14: Trek from Dhaulagiri B.C to French Pass and Hidden Valley | Altitude: 5360 M | Trek: 6-7 Hrs
We leave Base Camp after an early breakfast and stroll down the moraine strip. We make our way to the Upper Chonbarden glacier's left side. In the direction of French Pass, we follow a lateral moraine crest. The views back down the valley to Dhaulagiri I and Tukuche Peak are spectacular from here. From a cairn on the ridge, the last ascent to French Col begins. As we enter Hidden Valley, the descent from the pass is on snow slopes.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 15: Trek from Hidden Valley to Thapa pass to Yak Kharka | Altitude: 4400 M | Trek: 5-6 Hrs
Today you trek from Hidden Valley to Yak Kharka through Thapa Pass. To begin, you must descend through the trails. Then, after a short ascent, you'll arrive at Thapa Pass, another highlight of this walk. From here, you descend down the trails until you reach Yak Kharka. You'll spend the night here.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 16: Trek from Yak Kharka to Tukuche | Altitude: 2591 M | Trek: 5- 6 Hrs
Today you'll travel to Yak Kharka in Tukuche. In the paths, you descend steeply. Then, before arriving at Tukuche, enter a magnificent green forest and travel through moraines. You'll spend the night here.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 17: Trek from Tukuche to Ghasa | Altitude: 2012 M | Trek: 5-6 Hrs
From Tukuche, you'll travel to Ghasa today. Following the Annapurna circuit path, you will stroll along the Kali Gandaki river. Arrive at Ghasa and spend the night there.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 18: Trek from Ghasa to Tatopani | Altitude: 5-6 Hrs
From Ghasa, you'll travel to Tatopani today. To get to Tatopani, you'll have to go through tiny gorges today. This is the deepest and steepest gorge in the world. When you arrive at Tatopani, you can have a hot bath. A natural hot spring can be found here. You'll be staying the night here.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 19: Trek from Tatopani to Beni and Drive to Pokhara | Trek: 4-5 Hrs & Drive: 4 Hrs
Today we will be trekking to Beni and driving to Pokhara and spending the night there. If we will reach Pokhara in time we shall go sightseeing and enjoy the nightlife on the street of Pokhara.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 20: Sightseeing in Pokhara and Drive Back to Kathmandu | Drive: 6-7 Hrs
Wake up early in the morning and we shall visit sarangkot to enjoy the sunrise and drive back to the city and prepare ourselves to drive back to Kathmandu. Its a long drive of 7 hours. We shall stop on the way for the short tea breaks.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 21: Departure Day
Hope you had a wonderful trip !! Today you will be flying back to your hometown. Our representative will pick you up from the hotel and drop you off at the airport for your final departure. Have a Safe Flight.
Meal: Breakfast