Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek via French and Dhampus Pass

Dhaulagiri Trek

Dhaulagiri is the world's seventh highest peak and along with Annapurna I, stands facing each other over the Kali Gandaki River, which forms the deepest river valley on earth. This challenging trek takes you to spectacular wilderness areas as we travel around the entire Dhaulagiri massif and along valleys that are little travelled by locals.

One of Nepal`s toughest and best circuit treks, this classic adventure trekking holiday is relatively strenuous and needs some previous high altitude trekking experience and requires excellent physical condition.

Dhaulagiri Base Camp

The trek begins from Beni on the Kali Gandaki River and Magars and main ethnic group living in the area. Following Myagdi Khola, the trail passes through an ever-changing landscape, thick forests and numerous picturesque villages and terraced fields till we reach Italian Base Camp.

Crossing Dhampus Pass

After walking up the narrow Chonbarden gorge, we trek towards Dhaulagiri Base Camp. The impressive north face of Dhaulagiri I, II, III, V and Tukuche Peaks and the imposing icefall that cascades from the north east col of Dhaulagiri I dominates the skyline. Next, we then cross French Pass (5,360m) into Hidden Valley. This tough and straightforward pass which is the highlight of the trek lies close beneath the northern slopes of Dhaulagiri and offers stunning mountain views. From Hidden Valley, we cross Dhampus Pass (5,244m) and start the long descent to Jomsom where our trek ends and from where we shall fly out to Pokhara.

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Day by day itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trek preparation.

Day 03: Drive to to Beni.

Day 04: Trek to Babichour.

Day 05: Trek to Dharapani.

Day06: Trek to Muri.

Day 07: Trek to Boghara.

Day 08: Trek to Dobang.

Day 09: Trek to Sallaghari.

Day 10: Trek to Italian Base Camp.

Day 11: Rest and acclimatization day.

Day 12: Trek to Japanese Base Camp.

Day 13: Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp.

Day 14: Rest and acclimatization day.

Day 15: Cross via French Pass to Hidden Valley.

Day 16: Cross via Dhampus Pass to Yak Kharka.

Day 17: Trek to Jomsom

Day 18: Fly to Pokhara

Day 19: Drive to Kathmandu.

Day 20: Free day at Kathmandu.

Day 21: Final departure. Transfer to the airport.

Churen Himal Trekking

Churen Himal

Churen Himal is among the seventh series mountain lying in the Dhaulagiri range. It has three peaks, which are Churen West (7,371m), Churen East (7,371m) and Churen Main (7,385m). The Churen Himal trek is a completely isolated trekking destination and is an off-the beaten path abundant with beautiful nature, on the north of Dhorpatan Hunting reserve offering spectacular views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Gurja Himal and Churen Himal.

The trekking to base camp begins from Beni from where you’ll trek up to Babichaur. From there, our route crosses unique Magar villages, especially ‘Gurja gaon’ with a majority of Magar inhabitants. This area is full of clear rivers, fast glacial streams, dense luscious forests and animals. From Gurjagaon you have to trek to Darsinge Kharka which is an isolated destination. From Darsinge Kharka, we trek towards Bundzunge Kharka. This is the penultimate destination and from this destination we shall finally reach Churen Himal Base Camp.

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Day to day itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing.

Day 03: Drive to Pokhara then to Beni.

Day 04: Trek to Babichor.

Day 05: Trek to Dharapani.

Day 06: Trek to Lumsang.

Day 07: Trek to Gurjaghat.

Day 08: Trek to Rupachaur Kharka.

Day 09: Trek to Gurjagaon.

Day 10: Trek to Darsinge Kharka.

Day 11: Trek to Bundzunge Kharka.

Day 12: Trek to Churen Himal BC and back to Bundzunge Kharka.

Day 13: Trek to Gurjagaon.

Day 14: Trek to Lumsang.

Day 15: Trek to Khibang.

Day 16: Trek to Malkwang.

Day 17: Trek to Pakhapani.

Day 18: Trek to Jhi. Drive to Beni.

Day 19: Drive to Pokhara.

Day 20: Drive to Kathmandu.

Day 21: Final departure. Transfer to the airport.

Lower Mustang Trek

Kagbeni

Mustang is a remote, semi-independent Tibetan kingdom opened to the outside world for trekking in the year 1992 lies just to the north of the Annapurna Region on the Tibetan border. Lower Mustang Trek is the classic tea-house trek in Nepal where you can explore and observe the lifestyle and traditions of Gurung, Magar and Thakali ethnic communities of Nepal. The trek follows the ancient trading route to Tibet in the Kali Gandaki valley.

Chorten along the way

This Lower Mustang Trek is a part of Annapurna trek that takes us first to Poon Hill for breathtaking views of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurnas and then to the southern border of the kingdom of Mustang. Ghorepani Poon Hill trek takes you to the west of Pokhara giving superb Himalayan scenery of the whole Annapurna region, crossing beautiful Gurung villages and rhododendron forests. 

Muktinath Temple

From Poon hill, we trek to Tatopani where you can soak your tired body in the hot springs for some relaxation. From there, the route goes to Muktinath; a sacred temple for both Buddhist and Hindu followers via Kagbeni which is the door to the Kingdom of Mustang. After visiting the temple, we trek to Jomsom: the headquarter of Mustang and fly back to Pokhara.

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Day to day itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara.

Day 04: Drive from Pokhara to Nayaypul and trek to Tikhedunga.

Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani.

Day 06: Early morning hike to Poon Hill and trek towards Tatopani.

Day 07: Trek to Ghasa.

Day 08: Trek to Tukche.

Day 09: Trek to Kagbeni.

Day 10: Trek to Muktinath.

Day 11: Trek to Jomsom.

Day 12: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara.

Day 13: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Day 14: Rest day at Kathmandu.

Day 15: Final departure, Transfer to the airport.

Ama Dablam Expedition

The iconic Ama Dablam

Dominating the sky above the trekker's trail to the Everest Base Camp, Ama Dablam is the third most popular Himalayan peak for permitted expeditions. At a height of 6,856m, Ama Dablam is one of the most iconic mountains in Nepal as it towers over Tengboche monastery and the Sherpa village of Pangboche. It is also one of the best view points in the Himalayas with superb panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Cho Oyu, Makalu and many more peaks. The mountain derives its name from the glacier lying on the neck of the mountain. The hanging glacier looks like a traditional pendant worn by the Sherpa women, hence the name Ama Dablam, literally meaning 'The Mother's necklace'.

The expedition to the summit of Ama Dablam is technically demanding comprising of steep ice and rock with exposed ridges and presents supreme challenge. This month-long expedition is suited to strong rock climbers and technically-orientated mountaineers. You will need a high level of competence ascending and descending fixed ropes and passing anchors. Southwest Ridge is the most popular route to ascend Ama Dablam where three high camps above base camp are set up along the ridge at strategic points. The route offers varied and sustained climb with reasonable level of difficulty.

Our trek begins by taking an exciting flight to Lukla. We acclimatize at Namche Bazaar – Gateway to the Himalaya. We trek through numerous Sherpa villages before arriving in the grassy surrounds of Ama Dablam Base Camp, which is undoubtedly one of the more scenic base camps in the Himalayas. Crossing through severe and deep crevasses and rocks and a final steep climb on snow and ice on the right of the hanging glacier, we reach the summit of Ama Dablam, where you will be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic mountain views that you will treasure all your life. 

Join us in this spectacular journey to Ama Dablam.

Day to day itinerary: 

Day 1: Arrival day in Kathmandu.

Day 2: Preparation day in Kathmandu.

Day 3: Fly to Lukla.

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar.

Day 5: Rest & Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar.

Day 6: Trek to Deboche.

Day 7: Trek to Pheriche (4,300m).

Day 8: Acclimatization above Pheriche.

Day 9: Trek to the Amadablam Base Camp.

Day 10-25: Ascent of Ama Dablam.

Day 26-27: Trek back to Lukla.

Day 28: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu.

Day 29: Rest day at Kathmandu.

Day 30: Depart Kathmandu.

Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base Camp

Trekking to Everest Base Camp is a once in a lifetime opportunity to embark on an epic journey that Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay set off on in 1953. Everest Base Camp trek is the grandest walk in the land of Himalayas to the foot of the highest mountain in the world-Mt Everest. Trekking to the camp offers astounding mountain views and a glimpse in to the life of the world’s famous climbers-the Sherpas.

The mighty Everest

Four of the world's six tallest peaks: Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, and Mt. Cho Oyu rises above everything else, crowning the towering ridges that straddle the forbidding Himalayas. It is without a doubt one of the most renowned trekking route in the World. Nowhere in the world is trekking more spectacular than in the Everest region.

Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse 

Starting with an exciting mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, we trek to the bustling Namche Bazaar which is the gateway to the Everest region, via the Dudh Kosi River and after a night at Phakding. Moving ahead through the homelands of the Sherpa people with Mt Ama Dablam towering, the trek further offers the opportunities to walk through the Sagarmatha National Park (a World Heritage Site), visit to the highest monastery-Tengboche monastery, splendid panoramic views of the Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori and several others from the highest viewpoint-Kala Patthar and finally the ultimate destination to the base camp of the mighty Everest.

Join us in this spectacular journey to the Everest Base Camp.

Day to Day Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trek preparation.  

Day 03: Fly From Kathmandu to Lukla. Trek to Phakding. 

Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar.

Day 05:  Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar.

Day 06: Trek to Tengboche.

Day 07: Trek to Dingboche.

Day 08: Acclimatization day at Dingboche.

Day 09: Trek to Lobuche.

Day 10: Trek to Gorakshep. Hike to Everest Base Camp and back.

Day 11: Hike to Kala Patthar and trek to Pheriche.

Day 12: Trek to Namche.

Day 13: Trek to Lukla.

Day 14: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu.

Day 15: Free day in Kathmandu.

Day 16: Final departure.

Makalu Base Camp Trek

Makalu base camp

Mt. Makalu (8,463m) is the fifth tallest mountain of the world. A close neighbor to Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga, it lies in the northeast region of Nepal in the Makalu-Barun National Park bordering Tibet. Makalu means the Great Black One, so called due to its dark brooding appearance. Established in 1992, Makalu-Barun National Park is the only National Park that expands from tropical forest to world’s highest alpine zone above 8000 meters from sea level. Having a wide range of attitudinal and climatic variations, the Makalu-Barun area offers a remarkable and diverse habitat for a rich variety of flora and fauna.

Mt Makalu

The route begins with a flight into Tumlingtar, a town at the base of the hills that climb into Makalu-Barun National park. Nestled in the lower reaches of the valley are communities of Rai, Sherpa, and Shingsawa (Bhotia) farmers. Though economically poor and isolated, they retain a rich cultural heritage. They hold the key to the preservation of the unique biological and cultural treasures of the Makalu Barun area. We will then drive to our trailhead in Chichira. Through villages and subtropical forests, descents ascents of the Arun River valley, and hikes over a series of passes including Shipton La pass (4200m) into the upper Barun valley, we finally reach Makalu Base Camp. From a view point above Makalu Base Camp there are stunning views of the world's highest mountains, including Everest (8,845m), Lhotse (8,516m), Makalu (8,463m), Chamlang (7,319m) and Baruntse (7,220m).

Most of the trekkers and mountaineers visit the Makalu-Barun area during October-November and March-April when high passes are less likely to be snowed over. Lower elevations are temperate throughout winter, and hot during April and May. Heavy monsoon rains occur throughout the region from June through September, with occasional showers during April-May. Makalu base camp trekking is one of the most remote and unfrequented trekking areas of Nepal where tourist are visited for unforgettable life experience.

If you are interested, feel free to contact us.

Day to day itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trek preparation.

Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and drive to Chichira.

Day 04: Trek to Num.

Day 05: Trek to Seduwa.

Day 06: Trek to Tashigaon.

Day 07: Trek to Khongma Danda.

Day 08: Acclimatization at Khongma Danda.

Day 09: Trek to Dobate.

Day 10: Trek to Yangri Kharka.

Day 11: Trek to Langmale Kharka.

Day 12: Trek to Makalu Base Camp.

Day 13: Explore Makalu Base Camp.

Day 14: Trek to Yangri Kharka.

Day 15: Trek to Dobate.

Day 16: Trek to Khongma Danda.

Day 17: Trek to Tashigaon.

Day 18: Trek to Seduwa.

Day 19: Trek to Num.

Day 20: Trek to Tumlingtar

Day 21: Fly from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu.

Day 22: Free day at Kathmandu.

Day 23: Final departure. Transfer to the airport.

Upper Mustang Trek

Mustang

Once an independent kingdom, the kingdom of Mustang was annexed by Nepal after Nepal was declared a republic in 2007. The Mustangis or the people of Mustang call themselves Lobas, and they have their own King or Tribe-leader, Jigme Palbar Bista. The Nepal Government took back the official recognition of Bista as the Mustangi King but however, the people there still respect him as their King. Bista also grants audience to the visitors upon request. 

Chorten along the way

Mustang is rich in Buddhist culture, similar to the area of the Tibet Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China. Thus, it is an alternate way to experience the Tibetan culture and landscape.

Kagbeni along the Kali Gandai river

Upper Mustang trek starts after a scenic flight to Jomsom: the district headquarter of Mustang. Walking along the Kali Gandaki River, we trek to Kagbeni from where a special Mustang permit is required to pass beyond the point. Crossing mountain passes, fields of Barley and several ancient villages, we reach Lo-Manthang. The white washed walls at the city enclose around 150 homes, Gompas and a palace. At Lo-Manthang, we explore the town and observe a vibrant Tibetan culture.

If you are interested in this frre, feel free to contact us. 

Day to day itinerary:

Day 01:  Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
Day 02:  Kathmandu valley sightseeing.
Day 03:  Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
Day 04:  Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom. Trek to Kagbeni
Day 05:  Trek to Chele.
Day 06:  Trek to Geling.
Day 07:  Trek to Tsarang.
Day 08:  Trek to Lo-Manthang.
Day 09:  Explore Lo-Manthang.
Day 10:  Trek to Ghami.
Day 11:  Trek to Samar.
Day 12:  Trek to Kagbeni.
Day 13:  Trek to Jomsom.
Day 14:  Fly to Pokhara.
Day 15:  Drive to Kathmandu.
Day 16:  Free day at Kathmandu.
Day 17:  Final Departure. Transfer to the airport.