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Trekking around the giant Himalayan
peak Dhaulagiri (6th highest Himalayan peak of the
world) is one of the most challenging remote trek.
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, Dhaulagiri region is a land
of dramatic contrast. This is a trek into the wild which
shows the worlds deepest river gorge, unparalleled
scenery, as you might expect in such remote country,
some very interesting indigenous people.
The vast massif screens the hidden land of Dolpo to its
north west. Following the rivers upstream, ferns and
forests of oak and other deciduous trees and juniper are
interesting. Mountain sides 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. This is an adventure that walks the
fine line between trekking and mountaineering and is
ideal for those that thrive on rugged and remote trails
that see only a handful of trekkers each season. |
