Dhaulagiri Expedition
Date of Departure
Trip Information
Duration
46 days
Max Altitude
Mt Dhaulagiri (8,167 m)
Difficulty
Strenous
Starts from
Kathmandu
Trips Ends at
Kathmandu
Activity
Dhaulagiri Expedition Overview
Dhaulagiri is one of the most renowned and seventh-highest peaks above 8,000m. The literal meaning of Dhaulagiri in Sanskrit is a giant mountain of immaculate ice and snow, towering above the local landscape at an altitude of over 7,000m. It is located in the northwest of Pokhara City of western Nepal, bordered by Tibet to the south.
Dhaulagiri was first scaled by the Swiss team through the North East Ridge in 1960 and is considered one of the most difficult peaks for an expedition.
The route to the expedition has more than six alternative paths. The regular path is taken as a sensible climb with only short methodological hiking parts and moderate risk.
The attempt from the west and south faces of Dhaulagiri has huge drops: each climbs over 4,000m from its base, and each has been the place of heroic climbs.
The complicated scenery of ridges, icefalls, and glaciers is created by the widening of thirty miles. Many pyramid-shaped mountains rise along the major peak. Four of the peaks, numbered from east to west, are elevated above 25,000 ft.
How is the Expedition Organized?
Himalayan Trekkers' approach to climbing will be cautious and well-timed, with excellent leadership, organization, and experienced Sherpa climbers.
Equipment like radios, satellite telephones, walkie-talkie will be on hand for all the team leaders and Sherpa climbers.
Cooks and waiters, a full kitchen in base camp, top-quality high altitude tents and high altitude stoves, expedition mix gas, and full safety equipment such as medical oxygen, Gamow bag, and an extensive medical kit are all-inclusive.
Experienced guides and the support crew from Himalayan Trekkers will try their level best to make your journey a lifetime memory.
For more info about the team and crew, please feel free to email us at [email protected]
Trip Outline
Day 01: Meeting upon arrival at Kathmandu international airport, transfer to the hotel.
Day 02-3: Sightseeing of Kathmandu and official procedure for the expedition, and drive/flight to Pokhara. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04: Drive to Darbang. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 05: Trek to Phalia, Overnight at tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 06: Trek to Muri. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 07: Trek to Bagar. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 08: Trek to Doban. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 09: Trek to Sallaghari. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 10: Trek to Italy base Camp. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 11: Rest at Italy Base Camp. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 12: Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 13 - 40: Climbing. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 41: Sanitation and clean up the camping site, and return preparation.
Day 42: Trek to Yak Kharka. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 43: Trek to Tukuche and drive to Tatopani. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 44: Drive to Kathmandu. Overnight at a tented camp / Teahouse.
Day 45: Free Day in Kathmandu. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 46: Final Departure. Overnight at the hotel.
Itinerary Detail
What is Included / Not Included
- Airport arrival and departure
- Accommodation in 3 Star hotels in Kathmandu before and after the expedition with breakfast
- Return domestic airfare to/from Kathmandu with 50 KG cargo per member
- Equipment allowance, daily allowance & insurance for base camp staff ( climbing Sherpa, cook, kitchen boy and liaison officer )
- Flights to transfer climbing members, staff, liaison officer and cargo of the climbing gear.
- Food and fuel at the base camp
- All camping equipment at the base camp such as member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, chairs, tables.
- Trek support for climbing members
- Porters to carry loads
- Royalty and peak permit
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- All the government tax
Himalayan Trekkers promises to manage the best, most comfortable, and preferred accommodation. Generally, in cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara, we arrange basic three-star facilities. If available, you can opt for a more budget-friendly option or upgrade to a more luxurious hotel by paying a little extra.
Although not all the places might have all the modern facilities, we will make sure to arrange safe and comfortable accommodation. In general, hygienic and safe tea houses/local lodges/home-stays with all the basic facilities are arranged. But you can, if possible, personalize according to your preference.
If your itinerary includes camping or you choose to experience camping during your travel, a proper camping site will be pre-decided. If required, we also provide the basic equipment, which is refundable. Please check the Gear-List for more information.
Meals
Breakfast is usually included with your B&B Accommodation within the cost that is evident. For other meals in the city, you would have to pay separately. Often in the cities, you can choose from many different cuisines and varied food services. We can always help you find the right place to fit your taste.
In more remote areas, usually, there are not many options. But you can always find hygienic and well-prepared food. Moreover, almost all the meals during the trek are included in the cost. We can help you make changes according to your preference and budget, but only if choices are available!
On top of that, Himalayan Trekkers also organizes Welcome or Farewell Dinners as a symbol of warm greetings. Please go through the detailed itinerary for more information. We are always there to help you travel to your heart’s content
