Round Dhaulagiri Trek

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The Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek also known as the Round Dhaulagiri Trek is a remote and challenging trek for more adventurous trekkers, circumambulating Dhaulagiri, the seventh highest mountain in the world. This magnificent peak rises as a giant shoulder of glistening ice and snow. Dhaulagiri is rarely found in the region and the surrounding valleys and villages are intact and unchanged for generations.

  • Destination Nepal
    Region/Category Wilderness
  • Travel Duration 20 Days
    Travel Season Autumn/Spring
  • Max. Altitude 5,360 Metres
    Activity Style Camping Trek
  • Activity Level Hard
    Transportation Car an d Bus
  • Active Time 6-7 Hours
    Group Size 02-12 Person
  • Tour Code No. JH-282
    Trip Duration 15 Days
  • Starting Point Pokhara
    Staring Days 3rd Day
  • Ending Point Pokhara
    Ending Days 17th Day
Trip Description - Round Dhaulagiri Trek

The Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trekking also known as the Round Dhaulagiri Trek is a remote and challenging trek for more adventurous trekkers, circumnavigating Dhaulagiri, the seventh highest mountain in the world. This magnificent peak rises as a giant shoulder of glistening ice and snow. Dhaulagiri is rarely found in the region and the surrounding valleys and villages are intact and unchanged for generations.

Thirty different mountain ranges can be seen from the peak, making it an unparalleled Himalayan panorama point. No climbing experience is required to climb Dhampus Peak other than acclimatization. The general route to the summit follows the west ridge. The ridge also connects the famous Dhampus Pass (5,200 m). A high camp for the summit is erected here, from where climbers proceed to the summit. If you want to get an introductory experience of Himalayan trekking where there are few climbers, opt for Dhampus Peak.

After have taste of the sublime beauty of Hidden Valley and Dhampus Peak your journey ends and need to back to Pokhara to take a short flight to Pokhara from Jomsom or ride a bus to Pokhara. From Pokhara to Kathmandu also flight (25 min) or Drive by luxury bus (7 hr). Also at rest day in Kathmandu of this trip, which we particularly recommend for a first visit to Nepal: old royal city – Bhaktapur Durbar, Buddhist stupa – Boudhanath and Hindu temple – Pashupatinath.

Details of inclusions and exclusions in package!
What's included in this tour
Services that are covered in the cost of tour price.
  • Airport private transportation
  • Annapurna Conservation Entry permit fee
  • TIMS and local government admission fee if any
  • An experienced and registered trekking guide
  • 15 day full board (BLD) camping package trek
  • Best standard twin share tent during the trek
  • Thapa Peak climbing necessary arrangement
  • One climbing Sherpa guide for Thapa Peak Summit
  • Thapa Expedition - climbing permit for members
  • Daily breakfast with tea or coffee during the trek
  • Stay 4 nights in KTM Guest House (Deluxe Room)
  • Daily free buffet breakfast at the KTM Guest House
  • Free daily bottled water & Coffee maker in the room
  • Stay 2 nights in Hotel Middle Path (Deluxe Room)
  • Daily free buffet breakfast at the Hotel Middle Path
  • Guides and porters' food, lodge, wages and insurance
  • Porter (2 guests = 1 porter, max. weight 10kg/trekker)
What's not included in this tour
Services that are not covered in the cost of tour price.
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Single room supplement fee will be applied
  • Nepal tourist visa and international flight ticket
  • Round trip airfare for Pokhara flight (Trekker & Guide)
  • Travel insurance for rescue work and other costs.
  • Bar bills, drinks [water or tea coffee and alcohol etc.]
  • Personal nature of expenses and trekking equipment
  • Hotel cost if earlier return from trekking by any reason
  • Hotel cost if earlier return from trekking by any reason
  • Extra services during trek (i.e. porter, horse or treatment)
  • TIPs for Climbing Sherpa and staffs (US$300 for one Sherpa)
  • TIPs for trekking guide & porter (USD10 per day per trekker)
  • Additional costs for sightseeing or Hotel or mountain flight
  • Extra cost incurred by any reason which is not in our control
  • All the other cost and things which are not included above.
  1. Day 1 KATHMANDU : ARRIVAL DAY

    You will be welcomed at Kathmandu Airport by our Airport Representative. After a brief introductory meeting with you, he will provide you with an airport private transport service to take you to a booked hotel in Kathmandu or a related city according to your travel plan. A welcome drink will be served at the hotel and the hotel check-in process will begin. After the full formalities of the hotel check-in, our staff will give you a brief description of the booked itinerary. See you tomorrow morning and enjoy your free time.

  2. Day 2 Kathmandu – Pokhara (820 m) travel by deluxe bus and stay in Hotel

    Kathmandu – Pokhara (820 m) travel time is about 6-7 Hrs by bus. Stay overnight at the hotel.

  3. Day 3 Drive Pokhara - Darbang (1,110 m) by bolero Jeep and Stay in Lodge

    Pokhara – Darbang (1,110 m) travel time is about 8-9 hours by Bolero Jeep. Stay overnight at the lodge.

  4. Day 4 Trekking - Dharapani (1,560 m)

    Today we have to walk actively for five and a half hours to reach our destination Dharapani (1,560 m). Stay overnight in a tent.

  5. Day 5 Trekking - Muri (1,720 m)

    Today we have to walk actively for six and a half hours to reach our destination Muri (1,720 m). Stay overnight in a tent.

  6. Day 6 Trekking - Boghara (2,080 m)

    Today we have to walk actively for five and a half hours to reach our destination Boghara (2,080 m). Stay overnight in a tent.

  7. Day 7 Trekking - Dobhan Kharka (2,520 m)

    Today we have to walk actively for five and a half hours to reach our destination Dobhan Kharka (2,520 m). Stay overnight in a tent.

  8. Day 8 Trekking - Sallaghari / Chaur Bag (3,445 m)

    Today we have to walk actively for five and a half hours to reach our destination Sallaghari / Chaur Bag (3,445 m). Stay overnight in a tent.

  9. Day 9 Trekking - Italian Base Camp (3,660 m)

    Today we have to walk actively for three and a half hours to reach our destination Italian Base Camp (3,660 m). Stay overnight in a tent.

  10. Day 10 Trekking - Japanese Base Camp (3,890 m)

    Today we have to walk actively for five and a half hours to reach our destination Japanese Base Camp (3,890 m). Stay overnight in a tent.

  11. Day 11 Trekking - Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748 m)

    Today we have to walk actively for five and a half hours to reach our destination Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748 m). Stay overnight in a tent.

  12. Day 12 Acclimatization day – reserve day

    For convenience, take a rest day or explore around Dhaulagiri base camp.

  13. Day 13 Cross French Pass (5,360 m), trek to Hidden Valley Camp (5,140 m)

    Today we have to walk actively for six and a half hours to reach our destination Hidden Valley Camp (5,140 m). Stay overnight in a tent.

  14. Day 14 Cross Thapa Pass (5,244 m), trek to Yak Kharka (3,680 m)

    Today we have to walk actively for seven and a half hours to reach our destination Yak Kharka (3,680 m). Stay overnight in a tent.

  15. Day 15 Trekking - Marpha (2,670 m)

    Today we have to walk actively for five and a half hours to reach our destination Yak Kharka (3,680 m). Stay overnight at the lodge.

  16. Day 16 Rest day or visit around in Marpha

    Free time in Marpha for relaxation or explore the Marpha Apple Orchard and Village.

  17. Day 17 Drive Marpha –Pokhara (850 m) by scheduled bus

    Marpha – Pokhara (820 m) travel time is about 8-9 hours by Bolero Jeep. Stay overnight at the hotel.

  18. Day 18 Pokhara, enjoy the Phewa Lake

    Free time in Pokhara for relaxation or explore the Pokhara Valley.

  19. Day 19 Drive Pokhara - Kathmandu (1350 m) by tourist bus and free time

    Pokhara – Kathmandu (1350 m) travel time is about 6-7 Hrs by bus. Stay overnight at the hotel.

  20. Day 20 KATHMANDU : DEPARTURE DAY

    Transfer from the hotel to the airport to return home at least three hours before your flight departure time. According to the Nepal Immigration Department, we will also help in obtaining the necessary documents for the flight from Kathmandu. We hope that your visit to Nepal and the activities you carried out during the trek will remind you to visit Nepal again in the coming days. We wish you a safe return home. We hope to see you in Kathmandu again in the coming days!

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Accommodation offered during the trip

The accommodation we use may vary depending on our package travel and the range of travel destinations. Before or after the trip you can book comfortable hotels in cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara for your stay. If you book a tea house trekking trip, we will provide a small two-bed room for sharing in the hill lodges which is a basic facility but very clean.

Now, better-equipped lodges are also available in Annapurna and Everest areas but we recommend trekkers to use accommodation above 3500 meters where clean rooms and clean food are readily available. Sometimes a level of flexibility may be required when trekking in remote mountain areas. We believe that you will complete your vacation without any problems and have the trip of a lifetime. If you book camping/trekking, our camping team will manage a comfortable camping site by the river where possible.

There will usually be a dedicated support team on the trip to move luggage and equipment, set up camp, and prepare your food. You will find more detailed information about travel accommodation which is mentioned separately in the lodging section of each vacation package page.

However, you can expect excellent service and high quality in any budget range you choose. You can learn more about different types of travel and their features and the proposed travel price by contacting us directly where we will be very pleased to answer your questions. We always try to choose comfortable accommodation with local character reflecting the best value based on twin share accommodation.

When you book a trip, unless you request a private single room, we will arrange for you to share a twin bed room with a person of the same gender. If you request a private single room, you will need to pay a single room supplementary fee. Please note that during the trek, if the destination is 4000 meters above sea level, only dormitory accommodation with private beds will be available. On trekking trips we try our best but do not promise guaranteed room options. For most of our camping trips, we supply branded two-person tents, including groundsheets.

Mess tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, service plates, bowls, and all necessities are provided. Members of the mountaineering travel group are requested to manage according to the options given on the website.

Types of rooms during Trekking and City.
Sample room in Kathmandu and Pokhara Items that are covered in the cost of tour price.
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Sample camping tent in trekking Items that are covered in the cost of tour price.
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Travel Dates Departure Schedule Trip Status Trip Status Price Per Person Grp. Size: 2-3Pax Price Per Person Grp. Size: 4-7Pax Price Per Person Grp. Size: 8-14Pax  

NOTE : If you like to do solo tours or private or your travel team members are more than 14 people please contact us for tour price customize.

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Travel Dates Departure Schedule Trip Status Trip Status Price Per Person Grp. Size: 2-3Pax Price Per Person Grp. Size: 4-7Pax Price Per Person Grp. Size: 8-14Pax  

NOTE : If you like to do solo tours or private or your travel team members are more than 14 people please contact us for tour price customize.

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Departure Dates Confirmed Dates Trip Status Trip Status Price Per Person Grp. Size: 2-3Pax Price Per Person Grp. Size: 4-7Pax Price Per Person Grp. Size: 8-12Pax  

NOTE : If you like to do solo tours or private or your travel team members are more than 12 people please contact us for tour price customize.

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