Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek
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Tourist bus: Kathmandu ↔ Pokhara Private jeep or local vehicle: Pokhara ↔ Trek starting point (Jhinu Danda) ✈️ Optional: Domestic flight Kathmandu ↔ Pokhara
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Minimum: 1 person Maximum: 24 people per group
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4,750 meters / 15,584 feet (Dhaulagiri Base Camp)
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2 nights in Kathmandu – Tourist standard hotel with breakfast 2 nights in Pokhara – Tourist standard hotel with breakfast 4 nights in tea houses/lodges during the trek (twin-sharing basis)
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Moderate to challenging Suitable for anyone with basic trekking experience and good health Daily walking: 4–7 hours
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Arrival: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu Departure: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu Optional: Depart from Pokhara if taking a domestic flight
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Arrival: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu Departure: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu Optional
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Spring: March to May Autumn: September to November
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Guided by a licensed professional trekking guide Assistant guides for groups of 5 or more Porter support (1 porter for every 2 trekkers)
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English-speaking guide Other languages available on request
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3 meals per day during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee) Breakfast included in Pokhara Farewell dinner in Pokhara or Kathmandu
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Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) Restricted Area Permit (RAP) – Required for trekking through Dhampus Pass and parts of the Dhaulagiri region TIMS Card
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14
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Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek
The Dhaulagiri South Base Camp Trek is a remote and adventurous journey to the southern face of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167 m)—the seventh-highest mountain in the world. This unique 15-day trek offers a perfect mix of off-the-beaten-path trails, wilderness camping, and cultural exploration.
Unlike the popular routes in Nepal, this trek takes you through untouched forests, high alpine meadows, and traditional Magar and Thakali villages. It leads you to the rarely visited South Base Camp of Dhaulagiri (4,700 m), where you’ll enjoy stunning views of Dhaulagiri’s massive south wall, glaciers, and surrounding peaks.
Along the way, you’ll camp in peaceful spots, walk through rhododendron forests, visit a sacred alpine lake (Lati Baraha Tal), and enjoy the quiet beauty of Nepal’s hidden valleys. The trail starts from Beni and ends in Larjung, where you can also hike to see the Dhaulagiri Icefall.
This trek is ideal for trekkers who want a remote, crowd-free, and off-the-grid Himalayan experience, blending natural beauty, high adventure, and cultural richness.
Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek
- Visit the rarely explored Dhaulagiri South Base Camp (4,700 m)
- See the Dhaulagiri Icefall, a wild and beautiful glacier
- Hike to the sacred Lati Baraha Tal, a high-altitude alpine lake
- Camp in quiet high mountain wilderness away from crowds
- Meet locals in Magar and Thakali villages like Todke, Ghasa, and Larjung
- Spot wildlife in rhododendron and alpine forests
- Enjoy stunning views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Nilgiri, and the Kali Gandaki Gorge
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