Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek, also known as Dhaulagiri Round, is a challenging and rewarding trek that takes you through some of the most remote and beautiful regions of Nepal. The trip traverses through the breathtaking valleys and high passes of the area as it circles the magnificent Dhaulagiri massif, the seventh-highest mountain in the world at an altitude of 8,167m. The Dhaulagiri trek route explores a remote area in central Nepal. The trek starts through villages framed by views of the Dhaulagiri range. After Italian Base Camp, we walk through Chonbarden gorge towards Dhaulagiri Base Camp. We cross French Pass at an altitude of 5,360m into Hidden Valley and camp in Hidden Valley for two nights. On the day walk from Hidden Valley, you can explore this area with our trekking guides. Our recommendation is to ascend a ridge on the North-West side of the valley. The second option from Hidden Valley is to climb Dhampus Peak at an altitude of 6,060m. You need mountaineering experience for this route. If you like to climb to the summit of Dhampus Peak there is an extra charge to cover the cost of the climbing permit. After camping in Hidden Valley we cross Dhampus Pass at an altitude of 5,240m. From Yak Kharka we descend on a steep walking path to Marpha then to Jomsom located on Annapurna Circuit. We use the airstrip in this town for the flight back to Kathmandu via Pokhara. The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is a demanding and rewarding hike that calls for a high level of physical condition and prior hiking knowledge. Since it's one of Nepal's less popular treks, you can anticipate seeing some of the Himalayas' most unexplored and inaccessible areas.