Overview

Dhaulagiri is one of the most popular 8000m. peaks for climbing in Himalayas. The seventh highest mountain in the world, Dhaulagiri, lies on north west of Pokhara culminating high point at its eastern end. Dhaulagiri is almost uninque in the world in terms of its rise above local terrain, it rises 7000m. over Kaligandaki gorge the south east in about 30 km of aerial distance. In fact, Kali Gandaki is dramatic as two eight thousenders, Annapurna I & Dhaulagiri both stand near the river facing each other over a deep valley.
 
When Dhaulagiri was first discovered in 1808, it was thought to be the highest mountain in the world for the westerners. It remained as highest peak for 30 years before its place was taken by Kanchanjunga. Dhaulagiri means white mountain which justifies a magnificent peak rising as a giant shoulder of shining ice and snow. The South and West faces of Dhaulagiri both feature massive drops; each rises over 4000 meters from its base, and each has been the site of historical climbs. The peak was first conquered in 1960 by a Swiss / Austrian expedition team via North East Ridge which has been the normal route of ascent for most of the climbing to date. Dhaulagiri is buttresses by five ridges which offers the possibilities of different routes of ascent though six different routes have been established for climbing so far.

Short Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Airport and transfer to Hotel.

Day 02: Rest and prepare day for assignment & briefing.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.)

Day 04: Drive from Pokhara (915m.) to Beni(1050m

Day 05: Trek from Tatopanito Ghasa(2012m.)

Day 06: Trek from Ghase to Marpha(2667m

Day 07: Trek from Marpha to Yak Kharka(3680m)

Day 08: Trek from Yak Kharka to Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4700m

Day 09 - 40: Climbing Period

Day 41: Preparation to returning (Clean Base Camp)

Day 42: Trek from Dhaulagiri Base Camp to down Yak Kharka(3680m),

Day 43: Trek from Yak Kharka to Jomsom(2710m).

Day 44: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara.

Day 45: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Day 46: Leisure day and shopping in Kathmandu.

Day 47: Full Day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley.

Day 48: Final departure.

Itinerary Detail

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Airport and transfer to Hotel.

Day 02: Rest and prepare day for assignment & briefing.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) which takes approximately six hours. We can also fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara, which takes about 25 minutes.

Day 04: Drive from Pokhara (915m.) to Beni(1050m), which takes approximately one and half-hours. We may start your trek from Beni(830m) to Tatopani(1189m)which takes approximately six and half hours.

Day 05: Trek from Tatopanito Ghasa(2012m.) which takes about four hours.

Day 06: Trek from Ghase to Marpha(2667m),Which takes about five hours.

Day 07: Trek from Marpha to Yak Kharka(3680m)Which Takes about six hours.

Day 08: Trek from Yak Kharka to Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4700m), which takes about six hours.

Day 09 - 40: Climbing Period (Summit Period to Mt. Dhaulagiri 8167m)

Day 41: Preparation to returning (Clean Base Camp)

Day 42: Trek from Dhaulagiri Base Camp to down Yak Kharka(3680m),Which takes about six hours .

Day 43: Trek from Yak Kharka to Jomsom(2710m),Which Takes about six hours.

Day 44: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara, which takes about 20 minutes. The flights are available during the morning time. The strong breeze blows during and after and frequent change of the weather prevents the flight being land and taken off in the afternoon. During the flights in the morning, the sky looks very clear which makes you able to enjoy the splendid views of different mountain peaks.

Day 45: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist mini bus that takes about seven hours. You can also fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu which takes about 25 minutes. Overnight at Hotel

Day 46: Leisure day and shopping in Kathmandu.

Day 47: Full Day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley (Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath, Boudhanath & Pashupatinath) and Nepalese cultural program with farewell dinner in the evening.

Day 48: Final departure.

Cost Includes

• Equipment allowance, daily allowance & insurance for base camp staffs  
• Food and fuel at the base camp
• All camping equipment such as, member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, chairs, tables.
• Guide, Porters and Other staffs.
• Royalty and peak permit
• Airport arrival and departure
• Land transportation
• Accommodation at 3 and 4 star hotels in Kathmandu before and after the expedition on BB plan

Cost Excludes

• Personal Nature Expense
• Travel insurance
• International air fare to and from Nepal.
• Nepal entry visa fee
• Disembarkation Airport Tax in Nepal
• Trekking EquipmentsTips for guide, porters, driver
• Personal accident insurance and emergency rescue operation.