Dhaulagiri Trekking is one of the adventurous trekking trails in the Annapurna Region of Nepal. There is a long difficult trek around Dhaulagiri (8167m) that starts from Beni on the Kali Gandaki and follows the Marsyangdi Khola westwards to Darbang before turning north along a tiny trail that leads through the forest into the high country. Meanwhile, most of the route is over snow and glaciers, crossing the French Col at 5240 m. And going through the Hidden Valley and crossing the 5155 m. Dhampus Pass. Simultaneously, the trek passes Batase Danda (windy hill), where it is usually as windy as the name suggests. Then from here, we descend steeply to Marpha in the Kali Gandaki valley. From Jomsom, the trek continues to the village of Thini. Thini is the place from where a goat trail scrambles over the Mesokanto Pass at 5330 m.
However, the Dhaulagiri trekking trail passes through the world’s deepest river gorge. Similarly, this trek brings you the many varieties of Nepal’s natural beauty and cultural diversity. So, this trip is for those with mountaineering aspirations.
Route Highlights
- Area: Annapurna region,
- Difficulty: D+ (Challenging)
- Starting point: Pokhara
- Ending point: Pokhara
- Best season: : Mar – Aug & Sep – Nov
- Max. Group size: 30 pax
- Min. Group size: 01 pax
- Accommodation: In the hotel, lodge, and tent
- Culture: Different communities with a majority of Gurung, Magar & Thakalis, and their unique culture and religion.
- Mode of trekking: Fully Organized Trekking.
- Himalayan Sights: Annapurna, Dhaulagiri Himalayan ranges, Thorong Peak, and Tibetan rugged mountains Dhaulagiri region is a land of dramatic contrast. The sixth highest mountain in the world.