Gurja Himal Dhorpatan Trek

Gurja Himal Trek with Dhorpatan village is the most suitable circular route for the Hidden Valley variation of Route One. It returns from Gurja Himal via Dhorpatan 3 passes with stunning views. A local trekking guide is required for Rugachaur Pass (3850m). This trip features traditional villages, panoramic views of the Dhaulagiri Himal and Annapurna ranges, alpine landscapes, Tibetan settlements, and the Bonpo Monastery. Local teashops and homestays serve as places to sleep and eat. 

Trekking to Gurja Himal provides a magnificent view and the trails join with the Rara Dolpo trek route also, Few tourists have been visiting the Gurja Himal trekking trail. The trek passes through the Gurjand beautiful Dhaula valley, tucked away beneath the snowy peaks of the Dhaulagiri range. As a result, the hidden village is an undiscovered gem. You will be able to experience well-beaten routes while meeting local people, and your expenditure will benefit.

GURJA HIMAL TREK SUMMARY

A highlight of the Gurja Himal trek is to see Mount Dhaulagiri (8172 m), the 7th highest mountain in the world. Dhaulagiri (8172 m), Gurja Himal (7193 m), and Churen Himal (7371 m) mountain range. In the Chhantyal village, most of the “Bishwakarma” people make their living from farming and herding. Traditional blacksmithing skills are being practiced. Dressed in thick wool jackets woven by women and felted to make them waterproof, their men wear thick wool jackets. In the summer, they ascend as high as 5,000 meters with their herds. During the winter when snow falls in the village, they descend to temporary dwellings in the lower valley of Dhaula. As the houses are so close together, the slates on one roof touch the roof of the house opposite it. The village is a maze of narrow alleyways. Gurja Khani craftsmen are famous for their intricately carved wooden windows, which adorn older homes.

Gurja Khani is the most pleasant village on the Gurja Himal trek, where you can stay for a few days for other activities. In the morning, you can hike to the Gurja Himal viewpoint. Continuing up the trail to the Gurja Himal, the trail climbs gently up to a former apple orchard. There are clusters of rhododendrons on the trail before it descends to Khegas, a pleasant meadow with shepherd’s huts. There are old copper mines, honey-hunting areas, and bird-watching opportunities after lunch. You can watch local cultural dances by young dance groups and mother groups along the Gurja Himal Trek route. A number of homestays are available in Gurja Khani. Tourism and hospitality are among the owner’s areas of expertise.

Our Nepal Wilderness Trekking Dhorpatan Gurja Himal Trek itinerary will provide you with experienced trekking guides and porters at an affordable price. Our staff is locally based and our guides and porters know the trails from the locals’ perspective.