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DHAULAGIRI TREK
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This region is new territory for trekkers.
Trekking off the main path is not only possible,
but can be immensely rewarding, though you do
need a sense of adventure and an increased
ability to deal with the unexpected.
Geographically, Dhaulagiri region is a land of
dramatic contrast. From the near tropical
Pokhara valley, steep slopes climb to
snow-capped Himalayan giants. Dhaulagiri, the
seventh tallest peak in the world, towers high
above the well-trekked Muktinath pilgrim trail
up the Kali Gandaki valley. The vast rock and
ice massif screens the hidden land of Dolpo to
its northwest.
Following the rivers upstream, ferns and forests
of oak and other deciduous trees and juniper
abound. Mountainsides of rhododendron blaze with
color in the spring, and other flowers are
abundant on the trail. Even on High Mountain
passes above the tree line, tiny alpine flowers
can be found dotting the windswept ground.
Highlights: A challenging trek,
which will reward you with the opportunity to
camp on a glacier. The toughness of the terrain
is more than made up for by the spectacular
scenery and wilderness. The rewards also come
when you rejoin the Jomsom trail, where you may
have apple cider in Marpha or a hot spring
afternoon in Tatopani.
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