Early morning departure by private minibus to Pokhara, then onward to Beni. Overnight at a guesthouse.

Departure by private local minibus to the village of Darbang, located at the crossroads of two valleys. Then, hike to the village of Dharapani, one of the most beautiful spots in the region, offering stunning views of Gurja Himal (7,193 m), Dhaulagiri III (7,716 m), and Dhaulagiri V (7,618 m). Approximately 3 hours of walking. Overnight camping.

The trail continues upwards, often along the mountain slopes. It crosses numerous villages and terraced fields until reaching Muri, a Magar village. Approximately 6 to 7 hours of walking. Overnight camping

The trail descends about 700 meters to the Muri Khola, then ascends 900 meters with narrow and very exposed sections (not recommended for those afraid of heights!). The valley narrows, and villages become more sparse. Arrival at Boghara, the last inhabited village (fewer than 300 residents) in the valley. Approximately 7 hours of walking. Overnight camping in the schoolyard, the only flat area without cultivation.

A series of ascents and descents along the Myagdi Khola river, with increasingly precarious bridges. Arrival at the hamlet of Dobang, where a few shepherd huts are nestled among the fir trees. Approximately 5 to 6 hours of walking. Overnight camping.

After a frequently slippery descent, the trail ascends through a forest that gradually becomes sparser. There are several crossings of very rudimentary bridges! Camp at around 3,200 meters, facing the Tsaurabong Peak (6,395 m). Approximately 5 to 6 hours of walking. Overnight camping.

A short stage to allow for better acclimatization. The trail ascends through birch forests, bamboo groves, and then giant rhododendrons, gradually becoming more sparse. The camp is located at the foot of Dhaulagiri I (8,167 m), with Manapati (6,380 m) on its right, and Tsaurabong Peak facing us, surrounded by its impressive serac barrier. Approximately 4 hours of walking. Overnight camping at the Italian Base Camp, set in high-altitude meadows!

Acclimatization day, rest or short walks around the area. Overnight camping.

We descend the moraine (which is tricky as it’s often frozen in the morning!) to reach gorges flanked by massive rock walls. We reach the source of the Myagdi Khola river and then step onto the Chonbardan Glacier, which we ascend to set up camp (around 4,300 meters) at the foot of the west face of Dhaulagiri I. Approximately 5 hours of walking. Overnight camping in a high-altitude mountain setting!

A relatively short stage to further aid acclimatization. We continue to ascend the glacier until reaching the Dhaulagiri I Base Camp at 4,750 meters. From the camp, the view of Dhaulagiri is absolutely breathtaking! Approximately 4 hours of walking. Overnight camping.

A rest/acclimatization day in a truly rare setting: we are surrounded by peaks ranging from 7,000 to 8,000 meters! There is also the possibility to visit the starting point of the Dhaulagiri ascent. Overnight camping.

A steep ascent (moraine) leads us to French Pass. From the pass, the view of Dhaulagiri I is absolutely breathtaking, with the summit seeming so close! The camp is set in Hidden Valley at 5,050 meters, surrounded by Sita Chuchura (6,611 m), Hongde (6,556 m), Dhampus Peak (6,035 m), and Tukuche Peak (6,920 m). Approximately 5 hours of walking. Overnight camping in this very isolated and often windy location.

A short ascent to Thapa Pass, where you’ll be treated to a stunning view of the Annapurna range. The day involves a long descent, followed by a series of up-and-down sections, leading to the camp at Yak Kharka. Approximately 5 hours of walking. Overnight camping.

A steep descent takes us to the beautiful village of Marpha. Approximately 4 hours of walking. Overnight in a lodge.

Departure by private local bus or jeep to Pokhara. Overnight at the hotel.

Departure by tourist bus to Kathmandu