Overview And Highlights Book This Trip

Dhaulagiri, a highly desirable and fascinating peak to climb is the 6th highest peak in Nepal and the 7th highest peak of the world. It is located at the northwest corridor of Magdi District. It is one of the above 8000 meters peaks that lie entirely in Nepal. The word Dhaulagiri is derived from two Sanskrit words Dhawala and Giri which means “White Mountain”.

Mt. Dhaulagiri presents an extraordinary piece of climbing, a very demanding and daunting challenge. The views from the top affords a fantastic view Dhaulgairi peaks, Annapurna, Macchapuchre, Manaslu and the Kali Gandaki valley including the deepest gorge in the world. 34 kilometers east from Dhaulagiri I, Annapurna I is located and in between these two peaks there exists a gorge known as Kaligandaki Gorge, which is the deepest gorge in the world. Kaligandaki River flows into this gorge.

Dhaulagiri region remained largely unknown till a Swiss aerial survey occurred in 1949. The French Annapurna expedition team was granted permission in 1950 to climb either Annapurna or Dhaulagiri, but they decided to climb Annapurna at that time. The first successful ascent of Dhaulagiri Mountain was made on 13th May, 1960 by eight members of a Swiss/Austrian expedition team led by Kurt Diemberger including Peter Diener, Ernst Forrer, Albin Schelbert, Nyima Dorji and Nawang Dorji. Before the first successful summit of Dhaulagiri in 1960, four other expedition teams were unable to keep their foot on the top.

Dhaulagiri expedition requires about four weeks of time including 7-10 days trekking reaching Base Camp located at an altitude of 4748 m. The first camp is located at 5850 meters, second camp is at 6400 m. and third camp is at 7400 m. Multiple routes are available to scale Dhaulagiri Mountain. However, climbing Dhaulagiri via the North East Ridge is considered as a standard route. It consists of three High Camps above the Base Camp. It is one of the difficult and technical mountains that require special climbing/mountaineering skills. Because of it, only veteran mountaineers keep their eyes on Dhaulagiri Mountain. There are two routes to begin your journey to Base Camp. You can either drive to Marpha and start trekking from there or drive to Darbang from west and start trekking from there. The latter one is more common and popular as it takes few more days which is good for acclimatization. The time duration to complete Dhaulagiri expedition is about 7 weeks for both routes from your arrival to departure.

Nepal Environmental Treks & Expedition commits to provide professional services for Dhaulagiri expedition. We are also flexible to customize the itinerary according to climber’s requirements. If you are in search of reliable, trustworthy, experienced and highly capable agency, you are at the right place to inquire.

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On your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, you will be greeted with flower garlands/Khadas. Our representative will then take you to your hotel. If time prevails, you will visit office for paperwork.

Stay overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

Trip preparation and city tour of Kathmandu or Patan and Bhaktapur.

Today, you will visit popular world heritage monuments in Kathmandu including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath, and Pashupatinath. Alternatively, you can choose Bhakatapur and Patan sightseeing. By late afternoon you will drive back to your hotel.

Stay overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

Final preparation day in Kathmandu for expedition.

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

Drive from Kathmandu to Beni takes about nine hours.

You follow the Marshyangdi gently up through heavily terraced fields and small hill towns to the Seti River that takes you directly into Pokhara. Pokhara is tourist's paradise with lakes, caves, temples of Buddhist and Hindus along with beautiful mountains. It then descends to Nayapul with views of Annapurna South, Fish tail, green hills, terraces and villages. To reach Beni, your drive moves along the bank of the Mardi River. This is one of the most picturesque road journeys. You can also fly to Pokhara from Kathmandu and drive to Beni.

Stay overnight at lodge.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Drive from Beni to Darbang (1110 m.) which takes about 5 hours.

Same day, you will trek from Darbang to Takum takes about 4 hours. This day your trek ascends through a narrow path for early one hour. Next, you go along the flat land passing through jungle with varieties of rhododendrons, oaks and Christmas trees at some distance. After you cross a small stream, your trail follows an ascending path until you reach Takum. Here, you camp behind the school located in central Takum. Here you will also find a Hindu temple where the villagers go to submit their offerings.

Stay overnight at camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Elevation

1110

Trek from Darbang to Muri via Takum takes about 5 hours.

You start trekking on a descending trail for an early one hour passing through jungle. Then you follow an ascending path and before you approach Muri you pass along flat land until you reach Muri. This is a small village mainly inhabited by Gurung and Rai, one of the ethnic communities of Nepal.

Stay overnight at camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Lodge

Trek from Muri to Naura (1570 m.) takes about 5 hours.

Stay overnight at camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Camp

Elevation

1570

Trek from Naura to Bagar (2080m.). Soon you descend through a forested area, emerging to a ridge snout where Bagar (2080) is visible. Descend through terraced fields to this mountain village where you camp in people's yards or the terraced fields.

Stay overnight at camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Camp

Elevation

2080

Trek from Bagar to Dobhang (2520m.). Here, you leave the villages behind and the trial becomes increasingly challenging.

Stay overnight at camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Camp

Elevation

2520

Trek from Dovan to Chaur Bag Khola (3445 m.) takes about 5 hours. It is also known as Sallaghari.

Stay overnight at camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Camp

Elevation

3445

Trek from Chau Bag Khola to Italian Base Camp (3660 m.) takes about 4 hours. Passing through the beautiful forest you rapidly gain altitude and mountains burst out all around.

You camp for the night.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Camp

Elevation

3660

Trek from Italian Base Camp to Japanese Camp (3890 m.) and it takes about 5 hours.

After crossing the first glacier, probably using a rope in a couple of tricky spots, you climb onto the main glacier. The surroundings are spectacular which makes up for the rough and dangerous trail. We may also use a rope on this section. This is a particularly tough day. You camp on the glacier rubble.

Stay overnight at camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Camp

Elevation

3890

Trek from Japanese Camp to Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4748 m.) which takes about 5 hours.

Soon the rough rubble gives way to the smooth ice of the white part of the glacier. You climb steadily to the rough and chilling but spectacular Dhaulagiri Base Camp.

Stay overnight at camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

camp

Elevation

4748

Climbing period (Base Camp – Summit 8167 m – Base Camp) of Dhaulagiri Mountain.

Three high camps will be made before you go for final summit of world’s 7th highest peak.

Stay all nights in camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Camp

Elevation

8167

Trek from Dhaulagiri Base Camp to Hidden valley via French pass (5010m.) takes about 5 hours.

You trek along trail covered with ice and soft snow. The stunning views of the Dhaulagiri range completely enchant you.

Stay overnight at camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Camp

Elevation

5010

Trek from Hidden Valley (5200m) to Yak Kharka takes about seven hours.

You traverse avalanche-prone slopes and then take on the steep descent to Yak Kharka. This day you trek through bare land for some distance.

Stay overnight in camp.

Food

BLD

Accomodation

Camp

Elevation

5200

Trek from Yak Kharka to Marpha (2670m.) takes about five hours.

This day the trail moves downhill until Marpha. On the way you pass small forests of juniper and other local vegetation. You will be accompanied by the splendid views of Nilgiri, Annapurna and rocky hills.

Stay overnight at camp/lodge.

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Camp or Lodge

Elevation

2669

Drive from Marpha to Pokhara by Jeep/Bus.

Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

914

After breakfast early morning, drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about seven hours. En route, you will enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people being engaged in their daily life activities. If you choose to fly back to Kathmandu, it takes about 25 minutes. There are several flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara from morning to afternoon.

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

Free day in Kathmandu for shopping and recreation.

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer from your hotel to the airport for your final departure.

Food

Breakfast

What Is Included ?

a) Kathmandu

Pick-up and drop-off service
All airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle

Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
5 night hotel accommodation with breakfast at 3 star standards hotel

Sightseeing in Kathmandu
One full day city sightseeing in and around Kathmandu valley with private A/C vehicle and English speaking tour guide including entrance fees

Farewell Dinner
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening

Souvenir

b) Trekking and Climbing

All permits
Expedition royalty and permit from Government of Nepal to climb Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP), and TIMS card

Liaison Officer
1 Government Liaison officer with full equipments, salary, accommodation, transportation and insurance as per government rule

Garbage Management Fee
Garbage transfer & garbage disposal fees

Insurance
Medical & Emergency rescue insurance for all involved Nepalese staffs during the entire trip as per government rule

Expedition Stuffs Transportation
All necessary equipments transportation for all climbing members and staffs from Kathmandu – Beni – Darbang by public bus, Marpha to Pokhara by public jeep and Pokhara – Kathmandu by a/c deluxe tourist bus

Member Luggage
Up to 50 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carrying by porters /yaks

Food
3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) including tea and coffee during the trek and Base Camp, appropriate foods for high altitude to all climbing crews at Base Camp and above

Lodging
Camping accommodation for the most of nights

Porters
Porter per member up to Base Camp from Beni and from Base Camp to Marpha

Base Camp Staffs
Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen helpers as per group size

Staff Salary and allowance
All involved Nepalese staffs & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipments, foods & clothing

Base Camp Tent
Each member will have individual tent in Base Camp

Base Camp equipments
Foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning tent, 1 Kitchen tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower tents, 1 Staffs tent, 1 tent for Nepalese Base Camp staffs, store tents, Tables, chairs & all necessary cooking gears like Epi gas, high pots, stove, etc.

High Camp services
High altitude tents at (C1), (C2), and (C3) high altitude appropriate food for member, Sherpa and all climbing and cooking crews

Ropes
All required fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing

Rope Fixing Team
The team of experienced Sherpa will fix the route on Dhaulagiri (no extra charge will be applied to members)

Oxygen (O2) Bottle
2 oxygen bottles (4 ltrs.) for each member and 1- oxygen bottle for each high-altitude Sherpa

Oxygen Mask & Regulator
1 Set of Oxygen mask & regulator for each member and high altitude Sherpa

Back up Sets
Back up Oxygen Cylinder, mask and regulator at Base Camp (with appropriate additional charge)

Heater
Heater at Base Camp in each Dining and other necessary camp

Solar/Generator
1 Solar panel and generator for lights and battery charge for laptop and other electronic devices at Base Camp

Satellite Phone
Satellite Phone for emergency communication available for members with appropriate charge

Walkie-Talkie
Walkie –Talkie for communication from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp

Permits
Satellite Phone / walkie-talkie permits

First Aid Kit
Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staffs

Certificate
Certificate for Dhaulagiri (8167 meters) climbing issued by Tourism Ministry after climbing Mt. Dhaulagiri successfully

Tax and VAT
Tax, VAT and our service charge17

What Is Excluded?

Lunch & Dinner
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from trekking / expedition than the scheduled itinerary)

Extra night in Kathmandu
Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking / expedition due to any reason than the scheduled itinerary)

Travel Insurance
Medical and personal high risk travel insurance which should cover helicopter evacuation cost and medical treatment cost incase required

Rescue Evacuation
Medical and emergency rescue evacuation cost if required (Rescue, Repatriation, Helicopter, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs)

Personal Expenses
Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages (However we will provide soft drinks for members at base camp)

Personal Equipments
Clothing, packing items or bags, personal medical kit, personal trekking /climbing Gears

Toiletries
Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and your other personal items used to keep yourself clean

Filming
Permit fee for special filming by using camera or drone

Internet
Internet service is available with extra charge during the trek and Base Camp

Summit Bonus
Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa

Tips
Tips for Base Camp and other involved staffs

Service above Base Camp
If you are taking just Base Camp services, then there will be zero service from company above base camp

Rope Fixing
The cost for using fixed rope during the expedition will apply to base camp service users

Extra services
Any other services or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary