Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

Highlights

• The Nepalese name Dhaulagiri originated with its Sanskrit name dhawala giri, which translates to “beautiful white mountain".
• This mountain was discovered by westerners in 1808 and considered the world highest mountain.
• Dhaulagiri held the title of the highest mountain in the world for 30 years until 1838 when Kanchenjunga was declared the tallest.
• The Swiss-Austrian team was the first to climb the white mountain in 1960.
• Dhaulagiri now holds the title of the 7th highest mountain in the world.
• Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek crosses through French Pass (5360 m)and Dhampus Pass (3680m).
• The Dhaulagiri Circuit route was discovered in the 1950s by a French team, hence the French Pass was named after them.

What's this trip about?

Dhaulagiri circuit trek comprises of two of the highest massifs in the world Mt. Dhaulagiri 8,167m and Mt. Annapurna 8,091 m, which are equally beautiful and popular white-dove mountains. Trekking through these mountains is no less than a fantasy. The Dhaulagiri Circuit trekking area consists of massive mountain ranges of Dhaulagiri and fifteen mountains peak in the groups that stand at an altitude of 7000 m. We need to have the stamina, fit body, and spirit of adventure to complete the Dhaulagiri Circuit trek safely. Nepal is the country that boasts the highest; sky-piercing mountains in the world. Having Majestic 8,000 m mountains here is no surprise at all. Mt. Dhaulagiri 8,167 m is one of the arduous Mountains with the picturesque view and stunning landmarks. The enchanting beauty of this mountain is enough to capture the heart of every visitor passing by. Dhaulagiri circuit trek in Nepal is once in a lifetime adventure to behold and cherish one of the most beautiful mountains in the world. Dhaulagiri circuit trail passes through a wide range of climate, vegetation, and cultures than most small countries can boast in their entire country range. Get ready to be mesmerized by the lush vegetation of rain and temperate forests, arid rain shadow of Tibetan landscape contoured by winds, Hindu rice farmers, and the highland Buddhist dwellers. You will experience the radical changes in the landmarks and its people on a daily basis, or even hourly. On the trail, you’ll visit forests full of rhododendron, oaks, and pines. This 23 days Dhaulagiri circuit trek takes you to the deepest gorge in the world between the two massifs of Dhaulagiri 8,167 m and Annapurna 8,091 m with only 34 km apart. This trail takes you to the strenuous mountain passes like French pass (5360 m) and Thapa Pass (5280 m), where you have to walk on the icy track. The beginning of March to the end of May and the beginning of September to November is the perfect time to explore these Magnificent Mountains and vivid landscapes with our Dhaulagiri circuit trek.

What's excluded

• Tips for our staffs
• Travel and medical insurance
• Hot and cold beverages throughout the tour (except what comes with a main course meals)
• Expenses of personal nature as bar bills, laundry, telephone calls and personal gratuities etc
• Entrance fees during sightseeing
• International flights and visa fee

Accommodation

Transportation & Flights

Transportation & flights