Trek in Dhaulagiri 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 Dhaulagiri (8th highest Himalayan Peaks of the world) is one of the most challenging treks. 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.

Dhaulagiri Empire Trek

It is a long trekking tour to the foot of the Dhaulagiri which takes us to the base camp of the White Mountain or Dhaulagiri. We go through the farming lands till Beni and then follow the course of Myagdi Khola which goes into the very center of the Dhaulagiri massif enjoying the first views of the impressive eastern wall of mountain in the meantime. Once we get to the camp we see the gigantic northern wall as well as the Dhaulagiri, I, III and IV carrying on through the French Pass (5,360 m) and end in the valley of Kali Gandaki, Marpha and Jomsom.

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Duration: 16 days

Maximum Altitude: 5300m

Trek Grade: Moderate

Best Season: Spring/autumn

Starting From: Kathmandu

Finishing At: Kathmandu

Mode of travel: flight

Number of Participants: 2+

Style of Trek: camping/Teahouse