Dhaulagiri Trek
It is a remote and challenging trek for the more adventurous walker in the west of Nepal. Separated from the Annapurna region by the Kali Gandaki river, Dhaulagiri massif includes more than 30 peaks over 6000 meters, 8 of these surpassing 8000 meters. This is a challenging, yet spectacular trek surrounded by the colossal peaks of Dhaulagiri. Much of the route is on snow and glacier as it crosses French Pass and traverses the head of hidden valley to cross Thapa Pass. The panorama of the ranges of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna are indeed eye- catching as a balcony which we follow during the trekking trip. We end the trek at Jomsom and fly back to Pokhara.You should be prepared to trek in snow condition for an extended period over a week and be prepared for adverse weather situation. Previous trekking experience in the high mountain is necessary.
Trek profile:
Length of trip: 20 days
Grade: Moderate to Challenging
Highest Alt: 6013 m
Type of trek: Camping
Best season: Mar- Nov
Group size: Min. 4 people
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Fly to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel
Day 03: Drive to Beni (850m)
Day 04: Trek to Babiachor (950 m)
Day 05: Trek to Dharapani (1,400m)
Day 06: Trek to Muri (1,850m)
Day 07: Trek to Boghara (2080m)
Day 08: Trek to Dobang (2,520m)
Day 09: Trek to Choriban Khola (3,110m)
Day 10: Trek to Italian Base Camp (3,660m)
Day 11: Rest Day.
Day 12: Trek to Glacier Camp (4210m)
Day 13: Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4740m)
Day 14: Rest Day.
Day 15: Trek to the French Pass (5,100 m) – Hidden Valley High Camp. (5,360m)
Day 16: Climb Dhampus Peak (6013m) – OPTION, or rest day
Day 17: Cross Dhampus Pass, and trek through Yak Kharka (3,680m)
Day 18: Trek to Marpha (2,667m). Continue to Jomsom (2,710m)
Day 19: Fly Jomsom to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara
Day 20: Drive to Kathmandu. (trek ends)
Note: The itinerary may be flexible during the trek depending upon the client’s requirements and fitness.
Service Includes:
- Airport Pickup and Drop by car/ van/ bus
- All the ground Transportation by private car/van/hiace/toyata
- Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley
- An English speaking city guide during sightseeing
- 2 Nights Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast (tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu).
- 1 Night hotel in Pokhara
- All our Government taxes
- Trekking route permit (TIMS) and Annapurna Conservation Area Permit
- 3 meals a day during the Trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- An experienced trekking guide (trained by Ministry of tourism), necessary porters, cook, kitchen helpers, sirdar & their meals/accommodation/transportation/salary/insurance/equipments.
- Tourist service charge, Vat.
- Tents, toilet tents, table, chairs & kitchen equipments etc.
- Emergency first aid kit.
- Office Service charge.
Service Excludes:
- Meals whilst in Kathmandu & Pokhara (except breakfast).
- Personal bar bill, travel insurance/International airfare/Domestic airfare.
- Items of personal expenses such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, etc.
- Medical & travel insurance
- Airport departure tax
- Personal trekking Equipment.
- Tips for trekking crew
