Mt. Dhaulagiri Expidition
Departure
2· 52 reviews
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summer:
June - Augustduration:
45 daysgrade:
Intermediate (grade II)max altitude:
8,167m/26,795.927ftFixed Departure
Season: summer
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About Expedition
Mount Dhaulagiri, towering at 8,167 meters (26,795 feet), is the seventh-highest peak in the world, nestled in north-central Nepal. The name "Dhaulagiri" comes from the Sanskrit words dhavala meaning "white" and giri meaning "mountain." The mountain's ridge stretches over 30 miles, with jagged ridges, glaciers, and icefalls that define its challenging topography. Along the main crest, four pyramid-like peaks rise above 25,000 feet, making Dhaulagiri a striking sight for adventurers.
The mountain was first identified by British surveyors in India during the early 1800s and mapped by Indian surveyors (called pundits) in 1873, though the area remained largely unexplored. It wasn’t until a 1949 Swiss aerial survey that the full scale of Dhaulagiri was understood. The first successful ascent of Mount Dhaulagiri took place in 1960 under the leadership of Max Eiselin from Lucerne, following the current standard route.
Today, there are two main trekking routes to reach Dhaulagiri’s base camp, both starting from the small town of Beni (860 meters), accessible by road from Pokhara. The eastern route follows the Kali Gandaki valley, which was the choice of a French expedition in 1950. An airport in Jomsom lies in this valley, with Dhaulagiri on the western side and Annapurna on the eastern side. The alternative route is through the Marsyangdi valley, first discovered by a Swiss expedition in 1950.
While few commercial companies organize trips to Dhaulagiri base camp, Himalayan Adventure offers all-inclusive support for your Dhaulagiri expedition. We take care of permits, accommodation before and after the climb, and arrange essential camp services, including food, high-altitude nutrition, tents, and porters. Additionally, we provide experienced professional climbing Sherpas, oxygen supplies, communication equipment like satellite phones and walkie-talkies, as well as expert counseling and assistance throughout your adventure.
Itinerary
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Day 001 Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to Hotel (1,300m/4,265ft)
Day 002 Sightseeing and trip preparation
Day 003 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (827m/2,713ft
Day 004 Drive from Pokhara to Sibhang (1,635m/5,364ft) via Beni
Day 005 Trek to Muri (1,720m/5,643ft)
Day 006 Trek to Bagara (1,650m/5,413ft)
Day 007 Trek to Doban (2,500m/8,202ft)
Day 008 Trek to Sallagari (3,450m/11,318ft)
Day 009 Trek to Italian Base Camp (3,600m/11,811ft)
Day 010 Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,735m/15,534ft)
Day 011-38 Climbing Period (Base Camp – Dhaulagiri Summit (8,167m) Base Camp)
Day 039 Preparation to Return (Base Camp Cleaning)
Day 040 Trek from Dhaulagiri BC to Hidden Valley (5,200m/17,060ft) via French Pass (5,350m/17,552ft)
Day 041 Hidden Valley (5,200m/17,060ft) via French Pass (5,350m/17,552ft) to Marpha
Day 042 Drive from Marpha to Pokhara
Day 043 Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu & transfer to the Hotel
Day 044 Free day in Kathmandu
Day 045 Final Departure
includes
- International and domestic airport transfers
- 4 Nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
- A welcome dinner with Office Staff in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu
- Both way domestic air tickets from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu with airport tax
- Land and air domestic transportation cost for our overall expedition crew for the entire expedition
- Climbing Permit Charge by Nepal Government to climb Mount Dhaulagiri
- Summit route fixing charge
- Garbage disposal fee
- Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with hot drinks, tea/coffee
- Government Liaison Officer
- Experienced and well-trained base camp cook and Kitchen helpers
- Porters up to the Base Camp and return from the base camp
- All wages, equipment, food, accommodation and insurance for all staffs in trekking and expedition
- Maximum 60kg per member
- Each expedition member will have an individual tent available at the base camp
- Dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, hot shower tent, communication tent, mattress, pillow, table, chair and other required equipment
- Generator and solar panel for light and charging any electronic devices
- We will provide heater at base camp for member and staff
- Walkie-talkie per member and climbing staff as required
- Satellite phone available during your expedition (chargeable as per use)
- First aid medical kits for the group and the staff
- Availability of the daily weather forecast during the entire expedition
- EPI gas and gas burner, dynamic climbing rope, ice screws, snow shovel, snow bars, carabineer etc.
- 3 bottles oxygen allocated for member and 2 bottles for each climbing Sherpa
- Top Out or Summit mask regulator for each member and climbing Sherpa
- In case of emergencies, sufficient oxygen and mask regulator available at our Base Camp (chargeable as per use)
- One professional climbing Sherpa per member
- Equipment that requires advance payment, daily wages and carrying bonus
- Equipment allowance for base camp cook and kitchen helpers
- Helicopter rescue insurance for high altitude climbing guide, cook and staff
- Farewell dinner with expedition staff in a Nepali typical restaurant with cultural show in Kathmandu
Departure
4· 60 reviews
You won’t be charged yet
summer:
June - Augustduration:
45 daysgrade:
Intermediate (grade II)max altitude:
8,167m/26,795.927ft
Facts of the Trip
Height
8,167 meters (26,795 feet)
Country
Nepal
Location
Dhaulagiri
First Ascent
Max Eiselin of Switzerland
Base Camp Routes
Kali Gandaki Valley, Marsyangdi Valley
Weather Conditions
cold and unpredictable
Cultural Significance
Gurung and Magar
