Mt. Dhaulagiri is the seventh highest mountain in the world; located in the north central Nepal. Dhaulagiri was first climbed on May 13, 1960 by Kurt Diemberger, Peter Diener, Ernst Forrer, Albin Schelbert, Nyima Dorji and Nawang Dorji, members of a Swiss/Austrian expedition. The expedition leader was Max Eiselin; they used the Northeast Ridge route. This was also the first Himalayan climb supported by an airplane. The airplane, a Pilatus PC-6, crashed during the approach and was later abandoned on the mountain.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m) |
Day 02 : Kathmandu sightseeing & getting prepared |
Day 03-10 : Getting Bhaulagiri Base Camp from Kathandu |
Day 11-39: Dhaulagiri Climbing Period |
Day 40: Preparation to returning (Clean Base Camp) |
Day 41-44: Return back to Kathmandu |
Day 45: Final departure to sweet home ! |
Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m)
We will be waiting you at Kathmandu international airport holding a signboard with your full name so that you could recognize us so easily. When you come out, we will take private car to get 4* hotel in the heart of Kathmandu city. Shortly you will do check in and get refreshed. In the evening we will have a fantastic welcome dinner together at one of the Nepalese famous kitchen which introduces you a very unique Nepalese cuisine.
Day 02 : Kathmandu sightseeing & getting prepared
This is the valley where flourished Buddhism and Hinduism together over the centuries. The ancient architectures of Buddhist monasteries and Hindu temples are just spectacular. As this is the capital city of Nepal, people live together from different walk of life and ethnic communities. After a breakfast, we start our guiding tour to the UNESCO world heritage sites; Kathmandu Durbar square, Monkey temple and Bouddhanath stupa; the major Buddhist sites. At the same day , you will be briefed in short by your expedition leader.
Day 03-10 : Getting Bhaulagiri Base Camp from Kathandu
Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara about 25 minutes and drive from Pokhara to Darbang via Beni which takes about five hours. We pass by different rivers, local hamlets, rolling green hills and farming lands while getting to Dhaulagiri base camp
Day 11-39: Dhaulagiri Climbing Period
These days are the major climbing days for you to ascend the summit of most awaited Mt. Dhaulagiri. After some day’s acclimatization and exercise you will be taken to the higher camp to be closer to the summit of (8167m) where you will be provided food for high altitude. We are allowed to trek from lower to upper camp or vice versa for more practice and acclimatization. Finally we wish for your success to reach in the summit.
Day 40: Preparation to returning (Clean Base Camp)
Today is the day for preparing to move from the base camp by packing all logistics and clean the base camp to maintain the eco friendly environment in the area as per government rule.
Day 41-44: Return back to Kathmandu
Trek from Dhaulagiri Base Camp to down Yak Kharka (3680m); overnight at tented camp accommodation.
Day 45: Final departure to sweet home !
We will transfer you to the airport and bid good bye for your onward journeys.Today your Nepal stay is going end ! Majestic Himalaya representative will drop you off at the airport approximately 1 hour before your scheduled flight. We wish sweet journey for your way back to home.
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OUR SERVICES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DURING THE TRIP:
- All land transportation by Car, Van, Toyota Hiace, Tourist Bus, Local Jeep or Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition
- Airport pick up & drop)
- 5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast plan (before & after expedition)
- Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp & back
- Full board in lodges during trekking to base camp and back
- Base Camp single sleeping tent & Mattress for each member, BC staffs & Liaison officer
- All kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tent, table and chairs and cooking utensils for Base Camp
- Food and fuel at Base Camp
- Service of Government Liaison officer
- Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base Camp
- Equipments allowance, daily wages of cook, kitchen boys & Liaison officer
- Insurance of cook, kitchen boy, Liaison officer and porters
- Expedition Permit fee of Mt. Dhaulagiri
- National Park Permits (ACAP entrance fee)
- Schedule flight: Jomsom/Pokhara/Kathmandu with domestic airport tax
- Per Person 50 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition till Base Camp
- Per Person 40 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned to Kathmandu
- 2 Expedition duffel bag or barrel for each member
- Generator or Solar panel at Base Camp for light and charging
- Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use
- Emergency medical Oxygen at Base Camp
- Visa extension fee
- Garbage deposit fees
- Official taxes and agency service charge
OUR SERVICES EXCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DURING THE TRIP:
- International airfare from/to your country
- Nepal entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport at upon arrival)
- Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu & Pokhara
- Hotel after 5 nights stay in Kathmandu
- Hotel after 5 nights stay in Kathmandu
- Personal climbing gear and equipment above Base Camp
- High Tents above Base Camp
- High altitude food and fuel above Base Camp
- Oxygen & Mask and regulator (will be provided as per request)
- Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation and lost luggage
- Applicable permit fees and customs charges, etc. for SAT phone, Walkie Talkies, communication equipment & commercial filming
- International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport
- Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc
- Tips and summit bonus