12 Days 11 Nights Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek with Pokhara & Kathmandu Tour

About this journey

The Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trek is an adventurous Himalayan journey that combines cultural exploration, scenic mountain landscapes, and high-altitude trekking. Starting from Kathmandu and Pokhara, the trek passes through traditional villages, terraced farmlands, dense forests, and remote Himalayan trails before reaching the magnificent Dhaulagiri Base Camp at 4,740 meters. Along the route, trekkers experience the unique cultures of the Magar and Thakali communities while enjoying spectacular views of Dhaulagiri (8,167m), the seventh-highest mountain in the world. The journey concludes with visits to the beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara and the UNESCO World Heritage Buddhist sites of Kathmandu, making it a perfect combination of trekking, nature, and culture.

Highlights

• Explore the vibrant cities of Kathmandu and Pokhara.
• Scenic drive through Nepal's hills, rivers, and mountain landscapes.
• Trek through traditional Magar and Thakali villages.
• Visit the spectacular Italian Base Camp.
• Reach Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,740m).
• Boating on Phewa Lake and visit Tal Barahi Temple.
• Enjoy a traditional Nepali cultural dinner with folk music and dance.
• Visit Swoyambhunath
• Visit Bouddhanath
• Discover the famous apple orchards and culture of Marpha.

Trek Route Map

Gallery

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Photo: Adhish dulal, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Swayambhunath

Boudhanath Stupa

Tal Barahi Temple - Pokhara

Lakeside Pokhara

Marpha Village

Dhaulagiri Peak

Kali Gandaki Valley

Annapurna

Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Mountain)