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Dhaulagiri Expedition

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Dhaulagiri Expedition 53 Days, Adventures

Mt Dhaulagiri (8167m), standing conspicuously tall in a 30-mile-long massif, draws climbers with its special attractions. Dhaulagiri Expedition is challenging that test the acumen and endurance of even the most inveterate climbers. Mt Dhaulagiri rises very high from its low surroundings which makes it’s majestic standing noticeable. In clear weather, it is visible from northern Bihar and even as far south as Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh.


Trip Facts

Physical Grading: Adventures

Max Elevation: 8,167m/ 26,795 feet

Accommodation: Hotel/Teahouse/Tent

Meals: Full Board


Trip Overview

Besides, Mt Dhaulagiri’s gentle slopes carry a lot of ice, making it Nepal’s greatest White Mountain. But the other 8 thousand in Nepal do display bare rocks and cliffs because snow does not accumulate on their steep slopes. Mt Dhaulagiri also makes the world’s deepest gorge, cut by the Kali Gandaki River, with Mt Annapurna in the east. Lastly, it is Nepal’s first discovered tallest mountain, followed by Kanchenjunga and then Mt Everest.

Climbers usually follow the northeastern ridge to conquer Mt Dhaulagiri, although some climbers have used other routes as well. During Dhaulagiri Expedition, the climbers need to traverse the challenging French Pass (5360m). But you can kiss the mountaintop only after establishing five other camps at different altitudes. Join Outdoor Himalayan in this adventurous expedition full of surprises. Once in a lifetime experience in the vicinity of picturesque views.

Trip Outline

Day 01: Arrival
Day 02-03: Preparations
Day 04: Drive from Kathmandu to Baglung/Beni
Day 05: Trek form Beni to Tatopani
Day 06: Trek from Tatopani to Ghasa
Day 07: Trek from Ghase to Tukuche/Marpha
Day 08: Rest day at Marpha.
Day 09: Trek from Marpha to Yak Kharka
Day 10: Trek from Yak Kharka to French Col.
Day 11: Trek from French Col. to Base Camp
Day 12-47: Climbing Period
Day 48: Trek to Dhampus Pass
Day 49: Trek to Tukuche/Marpha
Day 50: Trek to Jomsom
Day 51: Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara
Day 52: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 53: International departure