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.
 

Total Tour Duration: 20 Days
Arrival and Departure: 2 Days
Trekking: 14 Days
Internal Flight: 1
Accommodation: Hotels and Tents
Maximum Altitude: 5360m
Minimum Group Size: 2
 

ITINERARY

8 April 2007: Arrive Kathmandu

9 April 2008: Fly to Pokhara. Drive to Beni (850m) – 4 hrs.
The drive takes about 4 hours, after which we pass through a police check post where your trekking permits will be examined. Camp Overnight.

10 April 2008: 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.
 

11 April 2008: 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.

12 April 2008: Trek to Muri (1,850m) – 5 hrs.
We cross the river and head north to Phedi after which we climb through many switchbacks until we arrive at the villages of Muri. We continue towards Sibang and Mattim and onto the large Magar village. Camp Overnight.

13 April 2008: 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.

14 April 2008: 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.

15 April 2008: 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.

16 April 2008: 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.

17 April 2008: Rest Day.

18 April 2008: Trek to Glacier Camp (4210m) – 6 hrs.
We head off early while the weather is clear to glacier camp. Camp Overnight.

19 April 2008: 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.

20 April 2008: Rest Day.

21 April 2008: 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.

22 April 2008: 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.

23 April 2008: 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.

24 April 2008: Flight: Jomsom – Pokhara (35 min). Spend the rest of the day enjoying the attractions of Pokhara. Overnight at Hotel.

25 April 2008: Fly to Kathmandu. Arrive Kathmandu and free to explore at your leisure.

26 April 2008: Free day at leisure

27 April 2008: Final Departure

Priced are quotes per person sharing and are subject to change until paid in full.
2-3 people per person sharing $ 1,710.00
4-7 people per person sharing $ 1,554.00
8-11 people per person sharing $ 1,434.00
single supplement $ 145.00