Dhaulagiri Trek

Detail About Dhaulagiri Trek

The Dhaulagiri Circuit is quite possibly the most difficult and challenging trek in Nepal, if not all of the world. The trails are often non-existent and certain parts of the trek may require the use of safety rope. Since only a handful of trekkers embark on this journey each year, you will be able to see and experience a side of Nepal that trekkers on more popular routes may have a difficult time witnessing. The Dhaulagiri Circuit brings you close to the nature and people of the region and is a truly rewarding experience. If you are up to the challenge, this route offers you some of the most unspoiled and dramatic scenery in Nepal. This difficult trek takes you around the Dhaulagiri Massif and ultimately Dhaulagiri 1, the seventh highest mountain in the world. You will pass through awe-inspiring farmland and foothills before ascending several days through untouched rainforest, meadows and glacial moraine. After departing Dhaulagiri Base Camp, you will cross the challenging French Pass before sleeping in the Hidden Valley. The Hidden Valley is an arid valley situated above 5000 meters and is perhaps one of the most challenging and surreal locations visited on this trek. After departing the Hidden Valley, you cross the Dhampus Pass and begin the long descent down to Marpha via the grazing fields of Yak Kharka. This trek is graded as very hard and recommended (by Mountain Ram Adventures) for trekkers who have previous experience trekking over 5000m.