The short version of the Dhorpatan Circuit. 12 days, focused on the Gurja Himal viewing valleys and the Chhantyal villages on the south flank of Dhaulagiri. Drives in from Beni, walks a loop through Gurja Khani and back. Max altitude 3,700 m.
Why this trek
- Twelve days — works as a two-week trip including travel.
- Friendly altitude profile, low altitude risk.
- Chhantyal cultural exposure — one of Nepal's smallest ethnic communities.
- Direct views of Gurja Himal (7,193 m) and Dhaulagiri I from village viewpoints.
Good fit for trekkers who want the Dhaulagiri-region experience without the camping commitment of the full circuit.