Dhaulagiri is the seventh highest mountain (8167 meter) in the world. The word Dhaulagiri means the White Mountain which justifies a giant peak rising as a giant shoulder of shining ice and snow. Mt. Dhaulagiri was firstly discovered in 1808 and was thought to be the highest mountain in the world till long years. Dhaulagiri lies northwest of Pokhara, an important regional town and tourist center. Geographically Dhaulagiri Trekking is a land of dramatic contrast. This trekking requires a sense of adventure to cope with challenges that everyone face on that trail. Dhaulagiri is quite trekking zone and a paradise for all nature lovers. Trekkers follow the Myagdi Khola westwards to Darbang and turn north on a tiny trail that leads through forests into the high country. They walk through tricky trail on snow and glaciers as it crosses French Col (5240m). They also pass the head of Hidden Valley and cross the 5155m Thapa Pass. The trek ends with a steep descent to Marpha and return to Pokhara via the Ghorepani ridge with bewildering views of the entire Dhaulagiri massif.

Departure Dates:
                            Any date of year on your request except June, July.

Essential Trek Info

Accomodation during trekking

The above trekking route is in remote area of Nepal. This place is still out of modern civilization. There are very few tea houses/ lodes along the trail. So we offer you accommodation in tent. The tents will be roomy. The sleeping pads/ mattresses will be comfortable. You will sleep in sleeping bag on the mattress inside the tent. We supply all required camping equipments from Kathmandu. More

Meals during trekking

As this trekking is fully organized camping trek, there will be one experienced cook and his helpers with your team. He will cook meals for you in kitchen tent. He serves you varieties of food in dinning tent.  Normally the kitchen team offers you following items. More

Trekking Team (Guide, Porter)

We offer you an experienced trekking guide. He is in charge of your overall trekking. This is the person you should go to with all problems, concerns and questions. He is well trained in all aspects of trekking, high altitude medicine, first aid and emergency procedure. He is selected in terms of his professionalism. Remember that trekking guides are local citizens and their English may be basic and limited to trek More

Equipments

We suggest you to bring following equipments when you come to Nepal for trekking. The list can be adjusted according to your needs, name of trekking and time of your trekking. Please remember that during trekking your luggage will be carried out by porter. More

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Himalayan Smile Treks and Adventures Pvt. Ltd. More

Health & Veccinations

For trekking Nepal you don't need to be a mountaineer with rippling muscles. If you are reasonably fit, have a spirit of mountain journey and like walking, you are always qualified for any trekking in Nepal. You do not need any previous experience. More

Passport and Visa

All foreign nationals, except Indian citizens, need visas to enter Nepal. Nepalese visa can be obtained from Nepalese Embassy or consulate in your home country or it can also be obtained at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu upon your arrival. More

High Altitude Sickness

Altitude sickness often known as acute mountain sickness (A.M.S.) in general may occur when people ascend too quickly normally in altitudes of over 3000 m. Most people will feel some affect of altitude, shortness of breath and possibly a light headed, which is fairly common. Acute mountain sickness is very different and normally involves a severe headache, sickness and loss of awareness. More

Weather & climate

Weather and climate varies as per season in Nepal.
Autumn (mid-September to end-November)
Autumn is the most popular time to trek. During this time, the weather is clear with mild to warm days and cold nights. However, in the higher altitude, the nights drop into freezing temperature. In this season, the mountains views are clear. More

Accommodation in Kathmandu

We have chosen accommodation options based on the following criteria: standard of hygiene, standard of service, location, food standards More