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Dhaulagiri
Round Trek
Trip Profile: 25 Days Trip
03 Nights in Kathmandu
20 Days Trekking
02 Nights in Pokhara
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reason is basically virgin territory for trekkers. Trekking
off the main paths is not only possible, but can be immensely
rewarding, though you do need a sense of adventure and an increased
ability to deal with unexpected. Geographically Dhaulagiri region
is a land of dramatic contrast. From the near tropical Pokhara
valley, steep slopes climb to snowcapped heights of over 8100
meters at the northern border with Tibet. Dhaulagiri I, the
sixth tallest peak in the world, towers high above the well-
trekked Muktinath pilgrim trail up the Kaligandaki valley. The
vast massif screen he hidden land of Dolpa to its north and
to the west of I are Nepal’s western hills.
Following the rivers upstream, ferns and forests
of oak and other deciduous trees and juniper are interesting.
Mountain sides of rhododendron blaze with colour in the spring,
and other flowers are abundant on the trail. Even on high mountain
passes above the tree line, tiny alpine flowers can be fund
dotting the wind swept ground. This is also an opportunity to
experience the Tibetan Buddhist culture that is through out
the Himalaya.
ITINERARY
DAY
01: ARRIVE IN KATHMANDU
When you arrive in Kathmandu, you'll be taken to your hotel.
While in Kathmandu you will have time fascinating Buddhist and
Hindu temples and shrines reflecting ancient local traditions
are highlighted on our guided tour. There's time to explore
the city's many charms on your own too. In the evening delicious
traditional Nepali well come dinner await for you.
O/N in Kathmandu.
DAY
02: KATHMANDU CITY TOUR
After breakfast, we'll visit Swayambhunath temple,
and said to be 2000 years stupa on a hillock offers breath-taking
view of Kathmandu City. We will then processed to Visit Pasupatinath
and Bouddhanath. After lunch
we'll visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan (Lalitpur)
- which is the oldest of the three major cities in Kathmandu
Valley - famous for its Buddhist monuments and Hindu temples,
and you can catch the
traditional artisans working with wood, stones and metals. O/N
in Kathmandu.
DAY
03: KATHMANDU - POKHARA
You have breakfast being of the early morning
before 7:00 AM. This morning you will be drive to Pokhara
(200km), departure early in the morning, approximately 6 hrs
away by tourist bus. You see along the drive good scenery.
You will be arrive late afternoon at Pokhara. Pokhara
lakeside villages sits, "front row centre" to one
of the most beautiful Himalayan panoramas in the world. The
Annapurna and famous "Fishtail" mountain peak of Machapuchhare
tower over the tropical setting of Pokhara and
you spend there will be the scenic highlight of your
trip. In the evening you will prepare yourself for your
trek to Poon Hill. O/N stay in Pokhara
DAY 04: POKHARA – MALDHUNGA
DAY 05: MALDHUNGA – DARBANG
DAY 06: DARBANG – TAKUM
DAY 07: TAKUM – MODI
DAY 08: MODI – BAGAR
DAY 09: BAGAR – DOVAN
DAY 10: DOVAN – UPPER VUGINI
DAY 11: UPPER VUGINI
DAY 12: UPPER VUGINI – DHAULARI BASE
CAMP
DAY 13: DHAULARI BASE CAMP
DAY 14-15: DHAULAGIRI BASE CAMP – MARPHA
DAY
16:
MARPHA - KALOPANI (2530m)
We start trek from
a lovely village of whitewashed houses and fertile fields,
and continue down the Kaligandaki reaching the former Thakali
trading centre of Tukche. As the trail continues, the Himalayan
rain shadow blends into coniferous forest,and we reach the main
river valley and Kalopani. From here there are spectacular views
of Dhaulagiri and the Annapurnas.
DAY
17: KALOPANI - TATOPANI (1190m)
A beautiful walk, with another transition into sub-tropical
vegetation and the return of water buffalo, banyan trees and
poinsettias. The trail follows the river through a narrow gorge
and descends to cross a bridge near a spectacular waterfall,before
winding through the valley to Tatopani. The hot springs that
give the village its name provide the perfect opportunity for
a good scrub.
DAY
18: TATOPANI - GHOREPANI (2819m)
Steadily climbing all day, we eventually leave behind the
terraced fields and walk through thick rhododendron forest to
the village of Ghorepani, meaning (horse water). We camp at
the pass for the best views of the sunset over the spectacular,snow-capped
Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna Range.
DAY
19: GHOREPANI - TADAPANI
Being of the early morning 5:30 AM wake up and start to
you journey climb to Poon Hill (3195m) around 1 hr. to provides
better unobstructed views and sunrise over the high Himalayas.
You can see a lots of white mountain peaks from Poon Hill. After
sunrise, you’ll return to our camp and time for breakfast. Ghorepani
means "horse water" and it is no doubt a welcome watering
stop for the teams of horses, mules and ponies that carry loads
between Pokhara and Jomsom.
Today the trail undulates through giant rhododendron
forest and orchid colonies to the pretty Gurung town of Ghandrung,where
the Annapurna range and Machapuchare (the Fishtail) dominate
the mountain views, although glimpses of Lamjung Himal and the
Manaslu range can also be seen further
DAY
20: TADAPANI - LANDRUNG
Served the breakfast
in the morning and start your journey, 8:00 AM to Landrung,
it takes approx.: 6 hours. From Tadapani, the trails descends
through the forests then terraced fields, to the Khummu Khola.
The Ghandrung trails descends steeply from Tadapani,
through forests, a short steep descend among rocks lead to a
stream crossing, then the descent continues gently past over
streams, finally leading out on the ridge to Ghandrung.
Our Lunch spot in Ghandrung. Ghandrung a huge Gurung
village at 1940 metres, is the second largest Gurung village
in Nepal and is a confusing cluster of closely-spaced, slate-roofed
houses. There are neatly terraced fields situated both above
and below the town. It is wonderfully easy to get lost in the
network of narrow alleyways while trying to trek through the
village. There is a larger handicraft factory at the top of
Ghandrung. The views of Annapurna South from here are out standing.
Machhapuchhare, seen from here in its fish tail aspect, peeps
over a forested ridge. ACAP has visitor centre and an office
in Ghandrung and provides offers information about it activities.
From Ghandrung, all the way down hill to Sauli Bazaar.
The down hill trails leads to the river and then climb
to Landrung , a Gurung village at 1550 metres. O/N in Landrung.
DAY
21: LANDRUNG - DHAMPUS
From Landrung, It's an easy walk past fields, a school and
some unusual ovalshaped houses and descends to Tolka a small
settlement at 1710 metres, with several lodges along the trails.
The trail emerges into the main Modi Khola Valley. The trails
climb through forests alive with birds, fern and orchids in
to a huge side canyon of the Modi Khola. After crossing a stream
on a suspension bridge at 1690 metres, the trails climbs Bichok
(also known as Bheri Kharka). The trails climbs through forests
to a clearing on the top of the hill at 2010 metres, where there
are views of mountains can be see from Deurali and break 1 hour
for lunch. From Deurali all way is downhill to Dhampus at 1580
metres. It takes approx. 2 and ˝ an hour. The trails down through
Pothana pass a police cheek post. At Dhampus, you are rewards
with great views of the mountains that continue to improve as
you ascend along the ridge. .
DAY
22: DHAMPUS - POKHARA
From Dhampus, all the way downhill through the village to
Phedi. Starting at an elevation of 1580 metres, in a village
and then forests that is so overgrazed that is look like a manicured
municipal park, the trail down steeply to the ridge
at Phedi at 1080mtres. It takes approx: 2 hours treks,
catch our vehicles and drive to Pokhara. Our lunch spot in Pokhara
Hotel. After Lunch you are free as your own in Pokhara. O/N
in Pokhara.
DAY
23: POKHARA CITY TOUR
After breakfast we've sightseeing around Pokhara valley.
Pokhara lakeside villages sits, "front row centre"
to one of the most beautiful Himalayan panoramas in the world.
The Annapurna and famous "Fishtail" mountain peak
of Machapuchhare tower over the tropical setting of Pokhara
and you spend there
will be the scenic highlight of your trip. You're free in Pokhara
Valley also called "Magic Land" or Dreamland"
of Nepal, to explore the various interesting place like a boating
in Fewa lake over looking the region of Annapurna Areas, David
Falls, Mahendra Cave and some Temples. Evening you're free to
explore the colorful town. O/N in Pokhara.
DAY
24: POKHARA - KATHMANDU
After breakfast you're return to Kathmandu by road.
After arrive in Kathmandu you're free to shope and pick up some
last minute souvenirs, rest and visit the shop etc.. O/N in
Kathmandu. DAY
25: DEPARTURE
After breakfast free for you until time to leave the international
airport for your final destination.
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