Description
Trip overview
The Dhorpatan trek is a seriously off-the-beaten-path experience that isn’t too challenging. The Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve lies a day’s drive west of Pokhara in the shadow of Mt. Dhaulagiri. Trekking here will give you the chance to spot some rare wildlife as well as views of Nepal’s Western Himalaya that few travelers experience.
This trek Offers extremely friendly people, wide, well-made trails, pristine forest and meadows, sparkling rivers, and experience a kind of way-out-there remote feeling. The paths on this trek are good and altitude sickness is less likely to be a problem (compared with Dhaulagiri) as there is no real need to camp at high altitude.
The Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve is situated in Rukum, Baglung and Myagdi Districts, and is the only hunting reserve in Nepal. While it is possible to arrange game hunting trips in controlled areas, this is certainly not the only reason to trek here. In fact, the wild beauty, interesting Magar culture, abundant animal and bird life, views of Dhaulagiri and other peaks in the Western Himalayas.
Trekkers don’t need to be super-fit or experienced to enjoy this area, but a sense of adventure is necessary as much of the food and accommodation is basic. Treks to Dhorpatan typically last around ten days, starting from Beni and end at Pokhara.
Quick facts
Location: Dhaulagiri Region
Best time: Sep- Nov, March – May
Trek Duration: as Days
Maximum elevation: 3859m. Fagune dhuri
Grade: Moderate
Average walking: 5-7 hours
Mode of Trek: Lodge / Tea house
Trek Start/ End: Beni / Pokhara
Group size: Minimum 2 people
Attractions:
- Wondrons sceneries of mountains and water falls.
- Rich Biodiversity / staggering landscape.
- Diverse ethnicity, different cultural experience.
- Walk on uneven trails.
- Walks through dense forests with unexplored fauna and flora.
- Close view of the 7th highest peak in the world- Mt Dhaulagiri (8167 m) and other significant Mountains falling in the trail area.
- Hidden Valley, one of the most beautiful and scenic valley in the Himalayas.
- Yak and Chauri products as well as Himalayan cuisine exploring.
- Trekking through Nepal’s only hunting reserve, with its abundance of wildlife.
- See a part of Nepal that around only 100 foreigners visit each year.
- Interact with the curious Magar locals.
Trip Itinerary
Day01. Arrival in Kathmandu (1.350m).
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we will be greeted by a representative of Sine Rover who will drop us off at our hotel. We then check-in at the hotel, freshen up and take rest. You can also visit around Thamel where our hotel will be located) and shop tew items that you have missed to bring with you. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 02. Kathmandu sightseeing and fly to Pokhara: 25 minutes.
After breakfast, leave for the Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour that includes UNESCO World heritage sites – Durbar Square, Bouddhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath temple then drop to the airport in the afternoon to catch the flight to Pokhara. Pick up and transfer to your hotel in Pokhara. Complete the official formalities for necessary permits. Meet with your guide and check the final preparation for the trek. Overnight in Pokhara.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 03. Drive Pokhara – Darbang (1110m.): 6-7 hrs.
Our journey from Pokhara starts driving on the mountain trail to the North West to Beni on metaled road. After 3-4 hours’ drive, we reach Beni, the head quarter of Myagdi District where we will have lunch in a restaurant Continue another 2-3 hours’ drive on the dirt road following the raging Myagdi River upstream, passing number of farm villages and cultivated lands with terraces of rice, wheat or barley and mustard. After three hours of interesting off road drive, we reach Darbang village. Darbang is an entrance or the gateway to Dhaulagiri and towards Dhorpatan and Dolpo area. Overnight in Darbang in a lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 04. Darbang – Dharapani (1560m.): 4-Shrs.
After the breakfast in Darbang, our first day walk begins on the trails that wind up slowly for an hour to the hills. Initially up to Khop the trail heads on the bank of stream and from there to
Dharapani trek gradually goes up. Overnight in the tea house.
Meals included: Breakfast lunch Dinner
Day 05. Dharapani – Moreni (2275m.): 6-7 hrs.
This remote area with stream and gorges will be a wonderful place to explore. The beautiful
landscape will be an added beauty. Overnight at tea house / lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast lunch Dinner
Day 06. Moreni to Gurjaghat (3015m.) via Jaljala (3414m.): 7-8 hrs.
The trail ascends towards Jaljala through mixed forests of Rhododendron and Oaks etc. The scenery of green jungle, and high mountains including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Gurja Himal, Churen Himal, Putha Himal etc. can be observed along the way and from Jaljala as well. Overnight in a lodge/tea house.
Meals included: Breakfast lunch Dinner
Day 07. Gurjaghat to Dhorpatan (2870m.): 2-3 hrs.
After crossing the Khahare khola the trail goes ahead on the bank of the stream and through mixed forests to reach Dhorpatan. It’s a wonderful place in the middle of the jungle.
Meals included: Breakfast lunch Dinner
Day 08.
Exploration around and spotting animals etc. Overnight in lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast lunch Dinner
Day 09. Dhorpatan to Burtibang: 6-7 hrs.
From Dhorpatan after a short walk we cross a small pass then descend all the way to Burtibang. The trail provides splendid views of vegetation, landscapes and the river streams. We can also take a jeep to Burtibang but it is not recommended because the road in this part is extremely rough.
Meals included: Breakfast lunch Dinner
Day 10. Drive Burtibang – Pokhara: 7-8 hrs.
From Burtibang, we take a jeep after our breakfast all the way to Pokhara. This is an amazing off road drive through picturesque villages small towns, forest and river/ streams.
To celebrate the successtul completion ot our journey, we will have farewell dinner and share the experiences about our trek. Overnight in Pokhara.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Cost Includes:
- Airport transfer service
- 3 star level hotel/resort in Kathmandu & Pokhara on B/B plan
- Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
- Flight tickets : Kathmandu – Pokhara
- Transportation : Pokhara – Darbang by Jeep
- Transportation : Burtibang – Pokhara by Jeep
- Lodge accommodation during the trek
- Meals ( Breakfast, Lunch and dinner ) during the trek
- An experienced trekking guide
- Trekking assistant (2 Trekkers : 1 porter )
- Staff costs including their salary, insurance, food and accommodation
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS)
- Medical kit (carried by your trekking guide)
Cost Excludes:
- Extra night accommodation in Pokhara because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara (and also in the case of early return from
the mountain than the scheduled itinerary) - Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses ( laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, bottle or boiled water, hot shower,etc.)
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)
- Local taxes & monuments entry fee if applied
Important Note
- The itinerary mentioned is a standard guideline. It can be fully customized according to the client’s needs, requirements, and availability.
- The cost of the trip can changed according to the group size, needs, and time boundary.
- The addition or removal of activities will increase or decrease the cost of the trip respectively. This will be done through mutual understanding between the agency and the client(s).
We can customize this trip as per your schedule, budget and preferences. If you wish to discuss any aspect of this trip or your suitability for it please contact us.
