Overview
Dhaulagiri Trek is a challenging trek in the region of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), the seventh highest Himalayan Peak lying in Western Nepal. The trek also crosses two high passes – The French Pass (5240m) and The Thapa Pass (5155m). Dhaulagiri Trek encompasses snow and glacier walking, especially around Italian Base Camp and Dhaulagiri North Base Camp. Along the trail, it passes through spectacular views of Mount Dhaulagiri, Thorong Peak, Annapurna, Kali Gandaki river with the world’s deepest gorge
Dhaulagiri Trek commences with a drive from Kathmandu to Beni. The first few days of the trek pass through cultivated fields connected to some of the mountain villages. The climb begins to get tougher after Dobhan, as the Italian Base Camp is ascended. The trek continues on to the Iced French and Thapa Passes which have to be scaled before ascending down a winding trail to Yak Kharka. After a long descend the popular city of Marpha in Mustang District will be reached. From Marpha onwards, the trek follows the classical Annapurna Trail to Jomsom, Pokhara, and Kathmandu.
