Round Dhaulagiri Trekking

Renowned for the Hidden Valley in Nepal, the Round Dhaulagiri Trek introduces the visitors with a trek with expedition characteristics. Considered to be a rather challenging adventure trek, the Round Dhaulagiri Trek follows glaciers and crosses snowcapped high passes. Also called "The French Pass Trekking", this journey is a sensational but technically straightforward trip during the course of Dhaulagiri trekking.

FACTS OF THE TREKKING

Trek Days : 16
Total Days in Nepal : 20
Maximum Elevation : 5360 meters
Trek Grade : Difficult
Accommodation : Camping


ITINERARY OF THE TREKKING

Day 1 : Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel and welcome dinner in the evening.
Day 2 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu and preparation for the trek.
Day 3 : Drive to Beni (820m) by bus - 10h.
Day 4 : Beni - Babi Choaur (950m) - 6h.
Day 5 : Babi Choaur - Dharapani (1470m) - 6h.
Day 6 : Dharapani - Muri (2330m) - 6h.
Day 7 : Muri - Bagora (2080m) - 5h.
Day 8 : Bagora - Dobang (2540m) - 5h.
Day 9 : Dobang - Pakoban (3580m) - 5h.
Day 10 : Acclimatization day in Pakoban.
Day 11 : Pakoban - Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4750m) - 7h.
Day 12 : Dhaulagiri Base Camp - Hidden Valley Camp (5000m) via French Pass (5360m) - 5h.
Day 13 : Hidden Valley Camp - Yak Kharka (3880m) via Thapa-la Pass (5244m) - 7h.
Day 14 : Yak Kharka - Khobang (2575m) - 5h.
Day 15 : Khobang - Ghasa (2080m) - 5h.
Day 16 : Ghasa - Tatopani (1190m) - 5h.
Day 17 : Tatopani - Beni - 7h. Drive to Pokhara by bus - 2h.
Day 18 : Drive to Kathmandu 8h by bus or fly 35 minutes.
Day 19 : Free day and farewell dinner in the evening.
Day 20 : Final departure.