Dhorpatan Trek - 12 days

Our journey begins with a nine hour’s drive from Kathmandu to Beni. The trail passes through Trisuli River then after we drive to Marshyangdi River and small hill towns to the Seti River that takes directly into Pokhara. The drive from here goes through uphill into zigzag road all the way to Nau danda. It than goes up through Nayapul. On the way we can view fabulous Mountains like: Annapurna South, Fish tail, green hills, terraces and villages. To reach Beni, our drive moves along the Kaligandaki River. Overnight at lodge

After breakfast, we drive three hours to reach Darbang. In Darbang, people are engaged in making Khukuri. “Khukuri” is the curved Nepali weapon used as weapon tool. In every house, of the village at least one person has adept the skill of Khukuri making. We can see Dhaulagiri Himal from Dharapani.

On the following day, we will have a pleasant walk. The wonderful view along the trail will make you always refreshed to walk further. This remote area with stream and gorges will be a wonderful place to explore. The beautiful landscape added beauty. Overnight at Lamsung.

Commencing our trek, we can see mixed forests of Rhododendron & Oaks. We can also view the scenery of beautiful forests, high mountains including Dhaulagiri Himal, Gurju Himal, Churen Himal, Putha Himal etc which can be observed on the way of Lamsung to Jaljala where we will stay for our overnight.

The trail descends up to Khahare Khola. After crossing it, the trails moves ahead on the bank of the stream and through mixed forest to reach Dhorpatan. Dhorpatan is a fantastic place in the middle of the jungle. Overnight stay in Dhorpatan is an adventurous and memorable stay.

Today is the day for exploration around Dhorpatan Wildlife Reserve.  We can see different types of animals like Leopard, Ghoral, Himalayan Tahr, black bear, barking deer & other many animals. Bird’s species and plants species include fir, pine, birch, rhododendron, hemlock, Juniper, spruce & up to 36 species of flora can be observed. The reserve includes several villages, people by hill tribes as well as people of Tibetan descent who supplement farming with trade and animal husbandry. We can also see Monastery, Chortens and local market. Wooden roofs are another attraction of trekkers. We can also learn typical life style of people in this place. After observing the wild life of Dhorpatan we trek forward towards Phagune Phedi. The trail ascends steeply up enjoying the beautiful scenery of the mountains, green jungle and landscape.

Early in the morning hike to Phagune danda, observe the beautiful views of the Himalayan ranges, jungle and landscape. And trek back descending to Jungle camp. Overnight stay at Jungle camp.

The trail today is an easy walk. We have to walk through a flat land through mixed jungle and streams. The walk is really pleasant so you won’t feel tiresome today. After walking for about six hours from jungle camp we reach Gurjaghat where we will spend our overnight.

We have both ascending and descending walks today. The trail from gurjaghat is ascending at the beginning hour whereas we begin to descend through the jungle and gorges after we have lunch. After about six hours walk, we reach Patichaur, our destination for the day. Overnight at Patichaur.

Today is the last day of our trek. Moving forward to Darbang from Patichaur, we will have a pleasant walk for about two hours. The trails heads ascending and descending through light jungle and gorges. After arriving Darbang, we drive towards Beni which will take about three hours. On the way, we can see forest, green hills, rivers, streams and other beautiful things. Overnight stay at Beni.

We will be driving toward Pokhara from Beni today. Along the way, we can some amazing views of Mountains shining brightly in a clear sunny day. We can even add some sightseeing tours in Pokhara at the evening time. We can also relax by boating one hours in the famous Phewa Lake. Overnight stay in Pokhara

In the last day of our trek, we will be driving back to Kathmandu from Pokhara which will take about six hours.