Welcome to One of the World’s Most Remote & Untouched Trail Races
Deep in the western Himalayas of Nepal lies a hidden gem — the Dhaulagiri Trail Marathon, an expedition-style ultra adventure designed for those who dare to test their physical limits in the shadows of the world’s 7th highest peak – Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m).
This isn’t just a marathon. It’s a journey through raw wilderness, ancient glaciers, high mountain passes, and isolated valleys that few people on Earth ever set foot in.
The Dhaulagiri Trail is remote, wild, brutally beautiful — and absolutely unforgettable.
What Makes This Trail Special?
- Rare & Untouched Terrain: Unlike popular routes like Everest or Annapurna, the Dhaulagiri Circuit sees far fewer visitors. You’ll run where few have ever run before.
- Massive Geographic Variety: From lush forests of rhododendron and pine to icy moraines and glacier fields at over 5,000 meters, this trail offers everything.
- Expedition Feel: Camping under the stars, no teahouses, no towns — just you, your team, and the mighty Himalayas.
- Two Major High Passes:
- French Pass (5,360m)
- Dhampus Pass (5,200m)
These sections are both awe-inspiring and challenging, demanding mental focus and physical preparation.
What You Get

- Finisher’s Medal & Dhaulagiri Trail T-Shirt
- Digital Race Certificate
- Professional Photos & Video
- Local Guide Team & Expedition Chef
- Camping Equipment & Porter Support
- 3-Star Accommodation in Pokhara/Kathmandu
Why Join the Dhaulagiri Trail Marathon?
This race is about raw adventure, unmatched solitude, and spiritual elevation. Running here means cutting through clouds, listening to the silence of glaciers, and earning the right to say: I ran through the wildest trail in the Himalayas.
It’s more than a medal — it’s a lifetime badge of courage.
- Light run / yoga for oxygen adaptation
- Final race briefing, medical check, bib distribution
- Overnight at Base Camp
- Start: Dhaulagiri Base Camp
- Course: glaciers, moraine fields, French Pass → finish at Hidden Valley
- Options: 42 km Full Marathon | 21 km Half Marathon
- Aid stations, medical & expedition crew support
- Finish-line celebration at Hidden Valley
- Recovery jog & stretching
- Awards ceremony: finisher medals, certificates, professional photos
- Celebration dinner under the stars
- Overnight in Hidden Valley
- Cross Dhampus Pass (5,200m)
- Descent into green pastures
- Overnight camping
- Final descent to civilization
- Celebration party in Jomsom (lodging in teahouse/hotel)
- Return to Kathmandu
- Free evening for rest / shopping
- Overnight in Kathmandu
- Transfer to airport for international departure