Dhaulagiri Pass Trek: Challenging Adventure Trek

                                                    
                                                    destination
                                                    Dhaulagiri
                                                
                                                    duration
                                                    17 Days
                                                
                                                    grade
                                                    High Advance
                                                
                                                    start/end point
                                                    Kathmandu/Kathmandu
                                                
                                                    region
                                                    Dhaulagiri
                                                
                                                    max altitude
                                                    5420m
                                                
                                                    group size
                                                    2-12
                                                
                                                    meal
                                                    All inclusive
                                                
                                                    activity
                                                    6-7 Hrs
                                                
                                                    accommodation
                                                    Lodge + Camping
                                                
                                                    season
                                                    Autumn/Spring

DHAULAGIRI PASS TREK

The Dhaulagiri also as known as "The white mountain" is quite easily recognized because of its unique, mound shape when can be seen from treks that leave from Pokhara.

Lying in the north-west side of Pokhara, admired by thousands of trekkers from Poonhill, Dhaulagiri resisted the attempts of mountaineers for a long time. In 1950 the French expedition led by Maurice Herzog had initially hoped to submit it, but after a lengthy reconnaissance, they decided it was too difficult and turned their attention to Annapurna I instead.

At the time, the European assumed Dhaulagiri, (also known as White Mountain in Sanskrit), as the world's highest mountain. Numerous attempts were conducted on Dhaulagiri, but not until 1960 that a Swiss expedition finally beat the mountain. On 13 May Peter Diener, Ernst Forrer, Albin Schelbert and Austrian mountaineer Kurt Diemberger reached the summit along with Sherpas Nyima Dorji and Nawang Dorji. Attempts since have tried different routes, but many climbers have perished on the killer white mountain.

Key Features of Dhaulagiri pass Trek

The seventh highest mountain in the world 8,167m.
Varied landscapes, from green farming villages to snowy glacier to barren, rocky mountain vistas.
For an 'Expedition feel,' preferable to the remote and rugged nature of the Dhaulagiri Trekking.
Magnificent view of Dhaulagiri and several other 7000m plus peaks.
As a circuit trekking, there is no retracing of your footsteps in the second half.
The Dhaulagiri Trek is not for beginners trekkers but those with more experience will find the rewards are high.

ITINERARY

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Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

One night.
3-star Hotel

Arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, received by Sherpa Expedition and trekking staff with a warm welcome and transfer to respective hotels with a briefing regarding Dhaulagiri trek, hotels, lodge on the route with doing and don’ts with evening group welcome dinner.

Day 2 : Drive from Kathmandu to Darbang (1100m).

6 to 7 hours.
Guest House

We fly to Pokhara, then drive down into the Kali Gandaki Valley and up the tributary Myagdi Khola valley as far as Darbang situated at an altitude of approximately 1100 meters. We set up the first camp of the trip at Darbang.

Day 3 : Trek from Darbang to Sibang (1770m, 6 to7 hours).

5 to 6 hours
Guest House

We set off trekking, passing through several villages en route to the ridge-top settlement of Dharapani. We have lunch here, then continue our trek via Takam to Sibang (1770m).

Day 4 : Trek from Sibang to Naura Bhir (1450m,7/8 hours).

4 to 5 hours.
Guest House

Today, we trek to the large village of Muri where we stop for lunch, before continuing our ascent of the Myagdi Khola valley to Naura Bhir (1450m).

Day 5 : Trek to Lapche Kharka (2000m, 7/8 hours).

5 to 6 hours
Guest House

e trek northwards, still following the Myagdi Khola, to the village of Baghara. We descend to the river before climbing again to the herders camp at Lapche Kharka (2000m).

Day 6 : Trek to Sallaghari (2500m, 6/7 hours).

5 to 6 hours
Guest house

The trail continues climbing through forest to the open grazing area of Dobang. After lunch, continue to Sallaghari (2500m) where we make camp.

Day 7 : Trek to Italian Base Camp (3660m, 4/5 hours).

5 to 6 hours.
Overnight at tent.

Today, we trek through a forested area and across the moraine to reach the area known as the 'Italian Basecamp' (3660m) where we make our camp below the stupendous west face of Dhaulagiri.

Day 8 : Trek to Japanese Camp (4200m, 3/4 hours, 4km).

5 to 6 hours
Overnight at tent.

Continuing our ascent of the Myangdi Khola, we make the short but steep climb to our next camp known as 'Japanese Camp' or Chhonbardan Glacier Camp (4200m). There are great views of the Dhaulagiri peaks.

Day 9 : At Japanese Camp.

6 to 7 hours
Overnight at tent.

We are now above 4,000 meters and our next camp will be at 4700 meters so it is important that we include an acclimatization day prior to going higher. A good day for resting and catching up with the laundry.

Day 10 : Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4748m, 7/8 hours, 8km).

5 to 6 hours
Overnight at Tent.

Today, we trek across moraine of the Dhaulagiri West Icefall to reach Dhaulagiri Basecamp (4748m) which we should reach in time for lunch. We set up camp here in a fantastic location completely surrounded by Himalayan peaks.

Day 11 : Rest at Dhaulagiri Base Camp.

5 to 6 hours
Overnight at tent.

After our significant recent height gain, we take a rest day here to help with our acclimatization.

Day 12 : Trek to Hidden Valley (5120m, 6/7 hours, 9km) via French Pass(5360m).

6 to 7 hours
Overnight at tent.

An early start, crossing moraine to eventually reach a ridge that takes us up to the easy-angled snow slopes leading to the French Pass (5360m). We cross the pass to reach the 'Hidden Valley' behind Dhaulagiri where we make camp at 5120 meters.

Day 13 : Trek to Yak Kharaka (3837m, 8/9 hours,14km) via Dhampus Pass.

8 to 9 hours.
Overnight at tent.

We climb back up to the level of the French Pass at the other end of the valley and then make the high traverse across to the slightly lower Dhampus Pass (5280m). Once over the pass, we descend steeply to our camp at Yak Kharka (3827m).

Day 14 : Trek to Jomsom (2736m, 9km, 4/5 hours).

5 to 6 hours
Guest House

Today we descend 1000 meters to the floor of the Kali Gandaki Valley and the pretty village of Marpha (2667m) on the Annapurna Circuit. A short trek north then takes us to Jomsom (2736m), where we stay in a lodge.

Day 15 : Jomsom to Pokhara.

6 to 7 hours
3-star Hotel

We take the exciting flight to Pokhara, where we check in at a hotel and have the rest of the day to explore this picturesque lakeside town, with its spectacular Annapurna views.

Day 16 : Pokhara to Kathmandu.

6 to 7 hours.
3- star Hotel

We have a morning flight to Kathmandu, where we check in at our hotel and have the remainder of the day at leisure.

Day 17 : Transfer to International Airport.

25 minutes.
None

Your adventure in Nepal comes to an end today! There is nothing to do but trade emails with your travel companions and organize your photos. A representative from Sherpa Expedition and Trekking will take you to the airport, approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way home you'll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.

SERVICES

What is Included

Pickups and drops from hotels and airports.
Accommodation in Kathmandu, Hotel and lodge during trekking.
All ground transportation as per the itinerary.
All necessary paperwork; trekking permits and others.
Trekking guide and porter.
Staff Insurance and Salary.
Transportations from Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Pokhara to Beni and Nayapul to Pokhara
Welcome and farewell dinners.
Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals during trek.
Comprehensive First aid medical kit.
Travel and rescue arrangements.
Company services and all required government taxes/royalties.

What is Excluded

Nepalese visa fee.
International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg luggage, cargo charge is around. $1.5 per kg) only on the flight.
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu.
Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu.
Travel and rescue insurance.
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled. or boiled water, shower, heater, etc.)
Personal Trekking equipment.
Optional trips and sightseeing if extended.
Tips for guides and porters.

EQUIPMENTS

The following information will give you some idea about what you need to bring for the trek as the backpack for the hiking in Nepal and the gear play a vital role for the successful trip and we suggest you to have all the necessary gear for the trip and not to have unnecessary equipment/things that you will not be using for the trip and list of the gear you need for the trek are:

General

Seasonable Sleeping bag and down Jacket (If you need it but has to be returned after the trek)
Duffle bag (We will provide duffle bag during the trek Sherpa Expedition & Trekking need to be returned after the trek)
A wind and waterproof thin layered jacket (Must have for morning and evening above 3,000m)
Daypack

Upper Body- Head / Ears / Eyes

A pair of half gloves
The warmer hat that covers the ears
Sunglasses
Neck warmer
Sunscreen (35 to 60 SPF)
Headlamp and an extra set of batteries

Hand

A pair of half gloves for walking poles(if you prefer)
Warmer shell gloves and liner

Center Body

long sleeve t-shirts
Thermal Tops
wool Jackets or pullover
Artificial sports bras for (Women and girls)
Water and windproof shell jacket

Lower Body

Thermal underwear (especially trousers)
windproof and waterproof trousers
warmer trouser
Comfortable trekking pants
Extra casual sport pants

Feet

A pair of good waterproof trekking boots
Pair of sandals
4-5 pairs of woolen socks
Socks liner
Light shoes and sneaker

First Aid Kits and Medicines

Assorted Adhesive Bandages (fabric preferred)
Blister treatment
Insect testing / anti-itch treatment
Ibuprofen / other pain-relief medication
Diamox (125mg to 250mg tablets for altitude sickness)
Warps, splints, and wound coverings butterfly bandage
Water purifying pills

(Note our company guide will carry the medicines and first aid kits during the trek. However, we recommend better to bring your personal first-aid kit as well)

Miscellaneous, but must useable

4 pic passport sizes with original passport
Water bottle & filter
Flight details (please make a copy and leave one pic at our office in KTM because of if you won to change your flight date)
Bathroom kit (conform, should be included Toilet papers put on the plastic bag, hand wipes, towel, and soap, etc.)