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Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

Dhaulagiri

Duration18-22 daysMax altitude5,360mBest seasonApril-May, October-November

About Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

The Dhaulagiri Circuit is one of Nepal's toughest teahouse-free treks, a committing camping expedition that circles 8,167m Dhaulagiri. It follows the Myagdi Khola to the Dhaulagiri base camp, crosses the French Pass (5,360m) into the remote Hidden Valley, then exits over the Dhampus Pass toward Marpha. Glacier travel, high passes and full camping support make it a route for experienced, well-prepared trekkers only.

Duration

18-22 days

Max altitude

5,360m

Best season

April-May, October-November

Budget

$1600–$2800 total

Highlights

Circuit of Dhaulagiri (8,167m)

French Pass and the Hidden Valley

Remote camping expedition

Glacier travel and high passes

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Nearby attractions

MarphaHidden Valley

$1600–$2800 total

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DifficultyDifficult

Duration18-22 days

Max altitude5,360m

Best seasonApril-May, October-November

Permits2 required

Trip cost estimator · Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

$4,400total est.

$2,200 per person · 2 travellers

Your nationality

Foreign nationals pay standard TIMS and national-park / conservation-area permit fees.

Package level

Comfortable teahouses, mix of private transport, licensed guide

Travellers

Extra days

base 18 days

Standard package (per person)$2,200

Per person$2,200

× 2 travellers$4,400

Estimate only. Covers permits, guide, lodging and food on the standard route at the chosen level — international flights and personal gear are not included. Permit and national-park fees vary by nationality (Nepali and SAARC nationals pay less), which is reflected above. Group sizes can lower the per-person cost as guide and transport are shared.

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