West Dhaulagiri Panorama Trek

West Dhaulagiri Panorama Trek
i. Trek Highlights
★ Duration: 21 Days
★ Grade: Moderate
★ Accommodation: Tea House Lodges, Homestays, Camping
★ Key sites covered: Beni, Jaljala, Gurjaghat, Jalpa, Hukam, Maikot, Chargaon, Tasukanda,
Shyarphu Lake, Chhinkhet, Rukumkot etc.
★ Key attractions/experiences

o Nestled in the remote corners of the Western Himalayas, the West Dhaulagiri Panoramic
Trek traverses through some of Nepal’s most pristine and unspoiled landscapes, including
lush forests, alpine meadows, remote villages, and rugged mountain passes.
o Trekking through this trail also offers a rare opportunity to observe the beautiful pasturelands
(Patan), majestic mountain peaks such as Dhaulagiri (8167m) and Gurja Himal (7193m),
Putha Hiumchuli (7246m), Churen Himal (7311m), Dhauligiri II (7751m), Mukut Himal
(6639m) etc.
o The trek introduces you to diverse ethnic communities such as the Magar, Gurung, and
Thakali people, who live in villages scattered across the region. Experience their unique
lifestyles, language, culture, and festivals.
o The trek offers a chance to spot rare flora and fauna, including blue sheep, Himalayan tahr,
and possibly the elusive snow leopard.
o The trek passes through ancient temples, monasteries, and sacred lakes, making it a deeply
spiritual journey.

ii. Itinerary
Day 01: Drive to Pokhara and Beni
Day 02: Drive to Dharabang and trek to to Lumsung
Day 03: Trek to Moreni and to Jaljala
Day 04: Trek to Gurjaghat and Chhentung
Day 05: Trek to Upper Phedi
Day 06: Trek to Dahakharka
Day 07: Trek to Jalpa
Day 08: Trek to Baluwa
Day 09: Trek to Hukam
Day 10: Trek to Maikot to Ranma
Day 11: Trek to Archal
Day 12: Trek to Punam Chautara
Day 13: Trek to Chargaun
Day 14: Trek to Chhipkhola
Day 15: Trek to Tasukanda
Day 16: Trek to Bhanti

Day 17: Trek to Shyarpu Lake
Day 18: Trek to Chinkhet
Day 19: Trek to Rukumkot
Day 20: Drive to Pokhara
Day 21: Drive or fly to Kathmandu