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Trekking In Dhaulagiri |
Dhaulagiri trekking provides
massive mountains range of Dhaulagiri consisting
of fifteen 7000 meter peaks is magnificent.
Trekking of 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,
it is a land of dramatic contrast. Trekking
around the giant Himalayan Peak Dhawalagiri (8th
highest Himalayan Peaks of the world) is one of
the most challenging trekks. The trek goes
through big challenging mountain passes,
crossing over French pass (5360 meter) and Thapa
Pass (5200 meter); It is a challenging walk on
an icy track. The massive mountains range of
Dhaulagiri consisting of fifteen 7000 meter
peaks is magnificent. Trekking of 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, it is a land of
dramatic contrast..
Trekking in this region means an exploration of
the wild. Recently reopened this thrilling
region shows its long kept secrets, like the
Gandaki Gorge, the deepest Gorge in the world !!
Dhaulagiri means "white mountain" though many
mountains over the world have names which
translate to white mountain, this is without
doubt the most astonishing one. |
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Facts Of The Trek |
Trekking Destination :
French pass / Thapa pass
Group Size : Min - 2
Minimum altitude :
1010m.
Maximum altitude : 5360m.
Season : September to late December and February
to late June.
Grade Info : Fairly Strenuous ***
Transportation :
Moderate ** + Strenuous ****
Total Days : 21 Days ( Kathmandu - Kathmandu)
Walking Hour : Approximately 6 - 7 hours each
day.
Attractions :
Dhaulagiri trekking is both technical and highly
strenuous. Excellent physical condition is
essential and mountaineering experience is
preferable. Following rough terrain, they
involve steep ascents to high altitudes with the
possibility of some rope climbing. Stamina is
needed to complete one of these treks. |
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Day 1 :
Drive from Kathmandu to Beni by bus (9 hours
driving). |
Day 2 :
Trek to Babiyachaour. |
Day 3 :
Trek to Darbang. |
Day 4 :
Trek to Takum. |
Day 5 :
Trek to Muri. |
Day 6 :
Trek to Boghara. |
Day 7 :
Trek to Doban. |
Day 8 :
Trek to Italian Base Camp. |
Day 9 :
Acclimatization day at Italian Base Camp. |
Day 10 :
Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp. |
Day 11 :
Trek to Hidden Valley (5000m.) crossing French
Pass (5360m.). |
Day 12 :
Rest day at Hidden Valley. |
Day 13 :
Trek to Yak Kharka crossing the Thapa Pass
(5200m). |
Day 14 :
Trek down to Tukuche. |
Day 15 :
Trek to Ghasa. |
Day 16 :
Trek to Tatopani. |
Day 17 :
Rest day at Tatopani (Natural hot spring). |
Day 18 :
Trek to Ghorepani. |
Day 19 :
Trek to Tikedhunga |
Day 20 :
Trek to Nayapul (4 hours), then drive to Pokhara. |
Day 21 :
Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu. |
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