The Dhaulagiri massif in Nepal extends 120 km from the Kaligandaki River west to the Bheri. This massif is bounded on the north and southwest by tributaries of the Bheri River and on the south-east by Myagdi Khola. Dhaulagiri is the seventh highest mountain in the world at 8,167 meters above sea level and the highest mountain within the borders of a single country (Nepal). It was first climbed on May 13, 1960, by a Swiss/Austrian/Nepali expedition. Dhaulagiri is also the highest point of the Gandaki river basin.
The Dhaulagiri massif in Nepal extends 120 km from the Kaligandaki River west to the Bheri. This massif is bounded on the north and southwest by tributaries of the Bheri River and on the south-east by Myagdi Khola. Dhaulagiri is the seventh highest mountain in the world at 8,167 meters above sea level and the highest mountain within the borders of a single country (Nepal). It was first climbed on May 13, 1960, by a Swiss/Austrian/Nepali expedition. Dhaulagiri is also the highest point of the Gandaki river basin.
Trekking in Dhaulagiri provides massive mountains range of Dhaulagiri consisting of fifteen 7000 meter peaks is magnificent. Trekking off the main paths is not only possible but can be immensely rewarding, though you do need a sense of adventure and an increased ability to deal with unexpected. Geographically, it is a land of dramatic contrast. Trekking around the giant Himalayan Peak Dhaulagiri (8th highest Himalayan Peaks of the world) is one of the most challenging treks. The trek goes through big challenging mountain passes, crossing over French pass (5360 meters) and Thapa Pass (5200 meters); It is a challenging walk on an icy track. The massive mountains range of Dhaulagiri consisting of fifteen 7000 meter peaks is magnificent. Trekking off the main paths is not only possible but can be immensely rewarding, though you do need a sense of adventure and an increased ability to deal with unexpected. Geographically, it is a land of dramatic contrast.
Trekking in this region means an exploration of the wild. Recently reopened this thrilling region shows its long-kept secrets, like the Gandaki Gorge, the deepest Gorge in the world !! Dhaulagiri means “white mountain” though many mountains over the world have names which translate to the white mountain, this is, without a doubt, the most astonishing one.