Dhorpatan trek is less crowded and off the beaten path trekking trail of the Dhaulagiri region. Dhorpatan Hunting reserve is characterized by alpine, sub-alpine, and high temperate vegetation. Common plant species include fir, pine, birch, rhododendron, hemlock, oak, juniper, and spruce.
Overview
Dhorpatan Hunting reserve is divided into six blocks for hunting management purposes. The reserve’s elevation ranges from 2,850 m to more than 7,000 m. It provides excellent mountain views of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. Dhorpatan is the prime habitat of blue sheep, a highly prized trophy animal, which is the main target of hunters. Other game species are Ghoral, Serow, Himalayan Tahr, Black Bear Pheasant, and Partridge.
Itinerary
Day 1: Drive to Darbang via Beni
Day 2: Darbang to Dharapani
Day 3: Dharapani to Lamsung
Day 4: Lamsung to Jaljala
Day 5: Jaljala to Dhorpatan
Day 6: Exploration day!
Day 7: Explore and Camp in the Jungle
Day 8: Jungle camp to Gurjaghat
Day 09: Gurjaghat to Patichaur
Day 10: Patichaur to Darbang, Beni, and Pokhara
Itinerary
What's Included:
- Land transportation Pokhara to Darbang and Pokhara.
- Standard accommodation at the hotel in Pokhara, breakfast included.
- 3 meals a day and the best available Lodges, Guesthouses, or proper camping accommodation along the trail.
- Well-experienced English-speaking trekking Guide.
- Porter service and support staff for the above 2 person
- TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System)
- Food, wages, accommodation, equipment, medicine, and insurance coverage for all trekking staff.
- All Government taxes.
Excluded:
- Meals (Lunch and Dinner) in Pokhara (other than breakfast).
- Travel insurance and other expenses are incurred due to unforeseen circumstances, emergency evacuation and rerouting, flight change, and airport taxes.
- Alcoholic, hot and cold beverage, laundry.
- Personal trekking Equipment.
- Tips for trekking staff - Tipping is expected.