Trip Overview

Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trekking is a challenging trek around the Mt. Dhaulagiri Trek (8,167m.), the seventh highest Himalayan Peak lying north-west of Pokhara in Western Nepal and south of the Tibet and Nepal border. The Dhaulagiri, along with another Eight-Thousander, the Annapurna, carves the world's deepest gorge of Kaligandaki. The trek also crosses two high passes - the French pass (5,360m.) and the Thapa pass (5,250m).

Moreover, you will also experience snow and glacier walking, especially around Italian Base Camp and Dhaulagiri north base camp. Along the way, we enjoy spectacular views of Dhaulagiri, Thorong peak, Annapurna and Kali Gandaki River with the world deepest gorge. On the trail, you may also encounter semi-wild yak herds, mountain sheep in the remote valleys of this region. Besides the wild nature, you will also enjoy the shops, Teahouses, and lifestyle of Nepal's ethnic people such as Gurung, Chhetri and Magars.

Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trekking begins with a drive from Kathmandu to Beni Bazar. The first few days of the trek passes through cultivated fields connected to some of the mountain villages. The climb begins to get tougher after Dobhan, as we ascend to the Italian Base Camp. The trek continues on to the Iced French and Thapa high passes which have to be scaled before you descend down a winding trail to Yak Kharka. After a long descend you will arrive in Marpha village, a popular town of Mustang district. Follow classical Annapurna trail and drive back to Pokhara or trek to Nayapul via Ghorepani Poon Hill route.

Outline Trekking Itinerary: A

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara (915m.) by Bus and transfers to Hotel.
Day 04: Drive to Darbang Phedi (1,110m.) then transfer to tea-house Lodge.
Day 05: Darbang Phedi - Sinbang/Khamla Village (1,670m.) tea-house Lodge.
Day 06: Sinbang/Khamla - Baghara (Bagar 2,080m.)
Day 07: Boghara - Dobang (2,520m.) (Dovan Kharka)
Day 08: Dovan - Salla Ghari (3,445m.)
Day 09: Sallaghari - Swiss Base Camp (3,730m.)
Day 10: Swiss Base Camp - Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748m.)
Day 11: Dhaulagiri Base Camp Rest for acclimatization.
Day 12: Dhaulagiri Base Camp - Hiddel Valley French Pass (5,360m.) Camp.
Day 13: Trek to Thapa Pass (5,250m.) -Yak Kharka (3,400m.) Camp.
Day 14: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village (2,667m.).
Day 15: Drive to Pokhara by local Bus or Jeep then transfer to Hotel.
Day 16: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 17: Kathmandu free.
Day 18: Last minute, transfers to Airport for your onward journey.

Outline Trekking Itinerary: B

Hotels/Tea-house Lodge/Camping
17 Days Trek
Grade:
Challenging plus
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Accommodation: 3 Nights Kathmandu, 2 Night Pokhara and 15 Nights Tea-house+Camping
Best Season: Autumn & Spring

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport(1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara (915m.) by Bus and transfers to Hotel.
Day 04: Drive to Darbang Phedi (1,110m.) then transfer to tea-house Lodge.
Day 05: Darbang Phedi - Sinbang/Khamla Village (1,670m.) tea-house Lodge.
Day 06: Sinbang/Khamla - Baghara (Bagar 2,080m.)
Day 07: Boghara - Dobang (2,520m.) (Dovan Kharka)
Day 08: Dovan - Salla Ghari (3,445m.)
Day 09: Salla Ghari - Swiss Base Camp (3,730m.)
Day 10: Swiss Base Camp - Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748m.)
Day 11: Dhaulagiri Base Camp Rest for acclimatization.
Day 12: Dhaulagiri Base Camp – French Pass (5,360m.) Camp.
Day 13: French Pass – Thapa Pass (5,250m.) – Yak Kharka (3,400m.)
Day 14: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village (2,667m.).                                    
Day 15: Marpha Village – Ghasa (2,010m.).
Day 16: Ghasa – Tatopani (1,150m.).
Day 17: Tatopani – Ghorepani (2,830m.).
Day 18: Ghorepani – Poon Hill (3,232m.) – Tirkhedhunga (1,577m.).
Day 19: Tirkhedhunga - Nayapul, drive to Pokhara then transfers to Hotel.
Day 20: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
Day 21: Last minute, transfers to Airport for your onward journey.

Cost Includes

  • All land transportation by Car, Van, Hiace or, tourist Bus. (Airport/Hotel/Airport, trekking pick up and drop).
  • 4 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and 2 nights in Pokhara at Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • 3 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and 2 nights in Pokhara at Bed and Breakfast basis (Itinerary B).
  • All three major meals a day; B/L/D (provide continental food) and accommodation in best available teahouse Lodge and tented camp (twin sharing North Face tent or, normal trekking tent, dining tent, toilet tent, Kitchen tent, staff tent and Kitchen utensil etc.).
  • 1 professional English speaking trekking guide, 1 Cook, Kitchen boys and Porter. (1 Porter between two member)
  • Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
  • Per member 15 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
  • Trekking Permit, Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) fees.
  • Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
  • All official taxes and service charge.

Cost Excludes

  • Personal transportation except above programs.
  • Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  • Personal trekking gears as well as sleeping bags.
  • Personal Nature expenses.
  • Emergency evacuation (If incase).
  • Drinks except tea and coffee.
  • Airfare: to & from your country.
  • Nepal entry visa fees and airport departure taxes.
  • Personal travel insurance.
  • Tips for trekking crews.

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