Dhaulagiri Sanctuary Trekking

Dhaulagiri Sanctuary Trekking is one of the newly opened trekking in western part of Nepal. That trek is walking in Dhaulagiri south base camp. Dhaulagiri base camp trekking is a short 7 days camping trek which opens from 2016/2017. There are basic home stays as well. Located at an altitude of, 4040 m, the route was developed after following a trail frequented by hunters and herders.

The major highlights of the Dhaulagiri new route, getting up and close with Dhaulagiri gives you the opportunity to witness the different hues of the mountain. Magar people, and their living culture, is an important part of the Dhaulagiri experience. While you may be enchanted by the snow-capped mountains you encounter on the way to Base Camp, the foot journey itself is no less exciting.

You begin your journey from Beni in Myagdi go through Jhi, Pakha Pani, Rai Khor, Ghyasi Kharka, Chari, Fedi, Saharsa Bhir and Odar Camp before reaching the southern base camp of Dhaulagiri-I. You need to travel from/to Kathmandu to Beni which takes another 2 extra days. If you are interested to combine some activities in Pokhara sightseeing or trekking in Annapurna or rafting, or paragliding etc., you can stop your interest and time.

Day by Day Itinerary:

Day 01: Kathmandu to Beni bazaar by bus/Jeep, overnight at hotel (B/L/D).

Day 02: Beni trek to Galeshow by Jeep/Bus and trek to Jhi (1680m) 4-5 hours, overnight at camp (B/L/D).

Day 03: Jhi trek to Ghyansikharka (1865m), 5-6 hours, overnight at camp (B/L/D).

Day 04: Ghyansikharka trek to Phedi Camp (2466m) 5-6 hours, overnight at camp (B/L/D).

Day 05: Phedi Camp trek to Odar Camp (3189m) 5-6 hours, overnight at camp (B/L/D).

Day 06: Odar camp trek to Dhaulagiri south base camp (4040m) 4-5 hours, overnight at camp (B/L/D).

Day 07: Dhaulagiri south base camp to Chari (2020m) 5 hours, overnight at camp (B/L/D).

Day 08: Chhari trek to Dagnam (1720m) 5-6 hours, overnight at camp (B/L/D).

Day 09: Dahnam drive to beni (830m) continues drive to Pokhara 6-10 hours, overnight at Hotel (B/L/D).

Day 10: Pokhara to Kathmandu by bus 6 hours, transfer to hotel, overnight at Hotel (B/L/D).