About this trip
The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is one of the challenging and most rewarding treks around Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 m) – the seventh highest mountain in the world. This trek is considered one of the best trekking routes because it consists of more than 15 magnificent peaks of above 7000 meters accompanied by spectacular landscapes. The Dhaulagiri region includes two popular challenging high passes – the French Pass (5360 m) and the Dhampus Pass (5200 m).
The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek provides an excellent opportunity to experience the geographical diversities of Nepal: from walking in snow-clad paths and glaciers, to beautiful scenic forests and its wildlife, trekkers can enjoy every aspect of the nature. The route also offers stunning views of landscapes, hills, rivers, waterfalls, snow-capped mountains, etc.
In addition, the trek provides an opportunity for the to observe and enjoy culture, customs and traditions, rituals, and lifestyles of ethnic communities such as the Gurung, Chhetri, and Magar communities.
By Uzzool (Own work) [CC BY-SA 4.0], via Wikimedia Commons
Top photo by Solundir (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons
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