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  • Destination

    Nepal

  • Regions

    Dhaulagiri Massif

  • Activity

    Trekking

  • Accomodation

    Hotel/Tea House/Lodges/Tented Camps

  • Transportation

    Trekking/Walking

  • Duration

    48 Days

  • Trip Grade

    Extreme(Difficult)

  • Altitude

    Summit of Dhaulagiri I (8,167 meters / 26,795 feet) and Beni (830 meters / 2,723 feet)

  • Best Season

    Pre-Monsoon (Spring): Late April to early June and Post-Monsoon (Autumn): Late September to early November

  • Start/End Point

    Beni-Beni

Destination Region Activity Accomodation Transportation
Nepal Dhaulagiri Massif Trekking Hotel/Tea House/Lodges/Tented Camps Trekking/Walking
Duration Trip Grade Altitude Best Season Start/End Point
48 Days Extreme(Difficult) Summit of Dhaulagiri I (8,167 meters / 26,795 feet) and Beni (830 meters / 2,723 feet) Pre-Monsoon (Spring): Late April to early June and Post-Monsoon (Autumn): Late September to early November Beni-Beni

Trip Overview

The Dhaulagiri Expedition offers a formidable challenge for mountaineers seeking to summit one of the world’s highest peaks. Dhaulagiri I, standing at 8,167 meters (26,795 feet), is the seventh highest mountain globally and presents significant technical and logistical challenges. The Dhaulagiri Expedition demands meticulous planning, physical and mental preparation, and the support of an experienced team to navigate its technical challenges and achieve a successful summit. The high objective hazards and technical difficulties make it suitable only for experienced climbers who have prior experience with high-altitude expeditions.

Trip Highlights

  • Summit Height: 8,167 meters (26,795 feet)
  • Location: Dhaulagiri Massif, Nepal
  • Difficulty Level: Extremely high, with technical climbing, severe weather conditions, and high-altitude challenges.
  • First Ascent: Achieved by a Swiss-Austrian team led by Max Eiselin in 1960, marking a notable feat in Himalayan mountaineering history.

Itinerary

  • Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to the hotel.
  • Expedition briefing and final preparations.

  • Final gear checks, arrangement of permits, and last-minute preparations.
  • Sightseeing and acclimatization in Kathmandu.

  • Drive from Kathmandu to Beni, a town located at the confluence of the Kali Gandaki and Myagdi rivers.
  • Overnight stay in Beni.

  • Day 5: Trek from Beni to Darbang.
  • Day 6: Trek to Muri.
  • Day 7: Trek to Boghara.
  • Day 8: Trek to Dobang.
  • Day 9: Trek to Italian Base Camp.

  • Day 10-12: Rest and acclimatization at Italian Base Camp (3,660 meters / 12,008 feet).
  • Day 13-15: Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,750 meters / 15,584 feet) and establish camp.

  • Day 16-20: Acclimatization and preparation at Base Camp.
  • Day 21-35: Establishing higher camps (Camp I, Camp II, Camp III) and acclimatization climbs.
  • Day 36-40: Summit push and return to Base Camp

  • Day 41: Trek from Dhaulagiri Base Camp to Dobang.
  • Day 42: Trek to Boghara.
  • Day 43: Trek to Muri.
  • Day 44: Trek to Darbang.
  • Day 45: Drive from Darbang to Beni.

  • Drive from Beni to Kathmandu.
  • Transfer to hotel and rest.

  • Leisure day for sightseeing, shopping, or relaxation.
  • Celebration dinner and debriefing.

  • Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for departure.

Cost Inclusion/Exclusion

Cost Inclusion

  • Accommodation: Hotels in Kathmandu, tents at Base Camp and higher camps during the expedition.
  • Meals: All meals during the trek and climbing period.
  • Permits: Climbing Permit for Dhaulagiri I, Conservation Area Permits.
  • Transport: Airport transfers, ground transportation to Beni, and during the trek.
  • Guides and Support Staff: Experienced expedition leader, climbing Sherpas, cooks, and porters.
  • Climbing Equipment: Group equipment such as ropes, tents, and cooking gear.
  • Medical Kit: Basic first aid kit and oxygen bottles.
  • Insurance: Staff insurance and emergency evacuation coverage.

Cost Exclusion

  • Personal Insurance: Comprehensive travel, medical, and high-altitude insurance for participants.
  • Personal Equipment: Climbing gear, clothing, and personal items.
  • Extra Oxygen: Additional oxygen bottles if required.
  • Meals in Kathmandu: Meals not included while in Kathmandu.
  • Visa Fees: Nepal visa fees.
  • Tips and Gratuities: Tips for guides, porters, and support staff.
  • Personal Expenses: Laundry, internet, phone calls, and other personal expenses.

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