Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek with Dhampus Peak Climbing

DHAULAGIRI CIRCUIT TREK WITH OPTIONAL DHAMPUS PEAK CLIMBING 

• Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel 

• Day 2: Preparation Day for expedition 

• Day 3: Drive to Beni from KTM and overnight stay at hotel

• Day 4: Drive to Darbang and trek to Dharapani (1565m) – Camping 

• Day 5: Trek to Muri (1850m) – Camping 

• Day 6: Trek to Boghara (2050m) – Camping 

• Day 7: Trek to Dobhan (2020m) – Camping

• Day 8: Trek to Sallaghari (2820m) – Camping

• Day 9: Trek to Italian Base Camp (3660m) – Camping

• Day 10: Rest Day for acclimatization – Camping

• Day 11: Trek to Glacier Camp (4200m) – Camping

• Day 12: Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4700m) – Camping

• Day 13: Rest Day and acclimatization day – Camping

• Day 14: Trek to Hidden valley (5050m) Via French Col (5360m) – Camping

• Day 15: Hike and explore around valley – Camping / Optional Dhampus peak climbing 

• Day 16: Summit Dhampus peak (6012m) and back to hidden valley

• Day 17: Trek to Yak Kharka (3600m) via Dhampus pass (5240m) – Camping 

• Day 18: Trek down to Marpha (2600m) and drive to Jomsom – Hotel 

• Day 19: Fly to Pokhara from Jomsom and transfer to hotel in Lakeside 

• Day 20: Fly to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel

• Day 21: Final departure for international flight 

The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek with Optional Dhampus Peak Climbing is a thrilling 21-day adventure that takes you through one of Nepal's most remote and challenging trekking routes. Starting in Kathmandu, the journey begins with scenic drives to Beni and Darbang before trekking through picturesque villages like Muri and Boghara. As the trek progresses, you'll experience diverse landscapes, from lush forests to rugged glaciers, ultimately reaching the iconic Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4700m).

The trek includes acclimatization days to ensure a safe ascent, with highlights such as crossing the stunning French Col (5360m) and exploring the serene Hidden Valley (5050m). For an added challenge, trekkers can opt to summit Dhampus Peak (6012m) for breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas. The journey concludes with a descent to Marpha and a scenic flight from Jomsom to Pokhara, offering a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.

This trek is ideal for experienced trekkers seeking solitude, dramatic landscapes, and the thrill of conquering Himalayan peaks.