DHAULAGIRI BASE CAMP TREK

15 days, 14 nights

Overview
Sitting at 8,167 metres, Dhaulagiri is the 7th highest mountain in the world. Dhaulagiri literally means "white
mountain," even though many mountains around the world share a name that also translates to "white mountain".
This is a challenging trek that takes you through high alpine pastures, higher passes, and serene and uninhabited
valleys. The entire Dhaulagiri region oers a great playground for some high adrenaline and strenuous adventures,
owing it to the fteen or more magnicent 7,000 metre-high peaks. The land of dramatic contrasts, Dhaulagiri Base
Camp is the perfect place to witness the beauty around.

Highlights:

Experience one of the most beautiful base camp treks in the world
Be awe-inspired by multiple panoramic view of Mt. Everest and surrounding peaks and lakes.
Panoramic views of Annapurna, Machapuchare, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himal and Manaslu

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Detailed Itinerary
On arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be met
by our local representative who will transfer you to the hotel. Once checked in
DAY 1 we proceed for brieng and a quick last minute equipment check to ensure we
are in possession of all required items. Kathmandu is the last spot to buy/ rent
any equipment required for the climb. Later we meet for a group dinner.

A beautiful valley set on the banks of the Phewa Lake, Pokhara is also known
for its panoramic views of Annapurna, Machapuchare (sh tail) in the north,
Dhaulagiri in the west, Lamjung Himal and Manaslu in the east. It is smaller
and much less hectic than Kathmandu, hence providing the perfect starting
point for our trek. We proceed onwards from Pokhara to Darbang by road,
which is the starting point of our trek.
DAY 2
The journey begins by leaving Beni and Kali Gandaki. We start the trek by
heading west along the north bank of the Myagdi Khola through the village of
Beni Mangalghat to Singa and Tatopani (hot springs). Crossing the bridge
beyond the village to the south bank of the river, the trail makes a little half
loop before crossing another bridge, near the village of Simalchour, back to
the north bank from where it continues to the village of Darbang.

The valley widens and terraced hills emerge on both sides of the river. The
trail is fairly level and you pass the village of Shahashradhara, cross the Duk
DAY 3 Khola and walk through elds arriving at Ratorunga. From here the valley
narrows again and terraces disappear on either side of the river. Continue to
the village of Takam.

After crossing the river on its west bank as you leave Takam, the trail starts
climbing in earnest and there will be many switch-backs until you arrive at the
ridge. After this the angle of ascent eases. Again the trail climbs steeply to the
villages of Muri. Continue your trek to Sibang and Mattim. From here you
DAY 4
continue up an incline to the snout of the ridge, descend to the Gatti Khola
and reach Phalai Gaon (1,810m). Cross the Dhara Khola to once again emerge
on the west bank of the Myagdi Khola and then climb a ridge to the large
Magar village of Muri, after which we continue on to Naura.

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Detailed Itinerary
In the morning, we have a short ascent before traversing a grassy hill and
climbing a steep slope with switch-backs, then descend through a forest and
terraced elds to Boghara (2,080m). The trail rst descends through terraced
elds to a small ridge, then through a forest to Jyardan which is the most
DAY 5
remote permanent settlement in this part. After the settlement a high winding
path crosses a rocky area, which descends before climbing again to Lipshe.
The trail continues through a forest to Lapche Kharka and then climbs to the
level area at Dhovan.
Every passing day into this trek rewards us with stunning views of the ranges
around. We start our day with a short cross over a wooden bridge out of
Dhovan. Following the trail we ascend a forested area which soon brings us to
the rst glimpse of the west face of Dhaulagiri I (8,167m). After capturing the
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massive mountain from every angle possible, we commence our journey and
descend to the Myagdi Khola continuing to Chartare. The trail takes us deeper
into the forests again, as we cut across a rocky area and through a stream to
Choriban Khola and onward to Sallaghari which is our stop for the night.
We follow the trail to the terminal moraine of the Chhonbarban Glacier and
enter the glacier from the right. Tukuche Peak (6,837m) becomes visible
straight ahead at the far end while the impressive north ank of Dhaulagiri I
(8,167m) dominates the skyline to your right. From here, a short hike would
DAY 7
bring us to the Italian Base Camp (3,660m), which is also the site of your camp
for the night. To the west are the peaks of Dhaulagiri II (7,751m), Dhaulagiri III
(7,715m) and Dhaulagiri V (7,618m). We have the entire evening to camp
under the shadow of these giants.

Today is left free for us to acclimatize and get used to the altitude change
DAY 8
before pushing for Base Camp of Dhaulagiri Mountain.

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Detailed Itinerary
An exciting day ahead today and also an equally adventurous one to
Dhaulagiri base camp. From here you can look up at the impressive north face
of Dhaulagiri I (8,167m) dominating the skyline to your right. To the west are
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peaks of Dhaulagiri II (7,751m), Dhaulagiri III (7,715m) and Dhaulagiri V
(7,618m). In front of you is the impressive icefall that descends from the
northeast col.

Leaving the base camp behind, we retrace our steps back to Sallaghari. From
DAY 10 here, we just follow the same route back which we took for the rst few days
to Darbang Phedi.

As we retrace our steps back we get to take in the views better as the hike
DAY 11
down can be slightly less painful as the way up.

Another day of retracing our steps back to Pokhara. But don't relax just yet.
DAY 12 The Dhaulagiri area can surprise you with its sheer beauty. Keep your eye out
for some awesome photography opportunities.

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Detailed Itinerary

Today, we trek to Darbang Phedi. On arrival, our vehicle would be waiting to

DAY 13
take us back to our hotel in Pokhara.

Last stretch of the journey takes us back to Kathmandu by ight. On arrival,

DAY 14 spend time relaxing or shopping for outdoor gears for our next mountain
challenge.

The trip concludes today. You will be dropped at the Tribhuvan International
DAY 15 Airport by our airport representative for your onward ight.
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Price
Hub Single Accommodation Twin Sharing Accommodation
Ex Kathmandu 87,200 85,000

Dates
Ex Kathmandu
01 Oct 2017

Inclusions / Exclusions
Inclusions
15 nights' accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary.
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
Transfers as mentioned in the itinerary.
Internal ight between Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Airport taxes applicable for internal ight.
All ocial paperwork and permissions related to the trek.
Travel insurance.
Local guide.
Porterage of upto 15 kgs of personal baggage.
All common camping equipments.
Exclusions
Any transportation to / from Kathmandu. Your tour price starts Ex Kathmandu.
Optional activities.
Any meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
Personal expenses, tips, laundry, telephone calls, personal medicines, alcoholic beverages, etc.
Costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions and any other
circumstances beyond our control.
Evacuation charges and damage of any nature.
Any items / services not specically mentioned under inclusions.
Government Service Tax of 5%.

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Travel Tips
Type of Accommodation

You will stay in comfortable hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara. During the rest of the trip, your accommodation will be in
locally run teahouses. Apart from being comfortable, staying in teahouses is a great way to engage with the local
community and understand the lifestyle of the people.

Type of Food

On this trek we provide standard breakfast, lunch and dinner, tea or coee will also be included with each meal. Your
guide will help with menu selection and ensure that you get the best value meals possible. Although the food is usually
plentiful and delicious, you should be aware that the menu is not normally extensive. Most teahouses oer a variety of
rice and noodle dishes, as well as soup and seasonal vegetables. You can buy packaged water (bottled mineral water)
from local lodge and shop en route or you can also ask your guide to ll your water bottle with boiled water (extra cost
to be paid) and treat with water purication pills.

Clothes to carry

Head
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm eece hat
Sunglasses with UV protection
Upper Body

T-shirts
Light and expedition weight thermal tops
Fleece jacket or pullover
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Down vest and/or jacket
Hands

Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal)
Lower Body

Under Garments
Hiking shorts
Lightweight cotton long pants
Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants

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Travel Tips
Equipment Checklist

Feet

Thin, lightweight inner socks

Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals) Gaiters for hiking in winter to the base camp
Accessories

Sleeping bag rated to -15 degree centigrade

Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries
Trekking Bags/Duel bag
Basic First Aid Kit
Large plastic bags - for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
Trekking Poles
Water bottle (2) or camel bag
Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers etc)
Ear Plug
Toiletries

1 medium sized quick drying towel

Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
Deodorants
Nail clippers
Face and body moisturizer
Feminine hygiene products
Small mirror
Personal Hygiene

Wet wipes (baby wipes)

Tissue /toilet roll
Anti bacterial hands wash
Extras/Luxuries

Binoculars
Reading book/Trail Map/Guide book
Journal /Pen/Pencils and small notebooks
Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble

Our Crew

On tea house trek you will be accompanied by a team of local crew whose aim is to make the trek as comfortable and
enjoyable as much possible. The crew consists of a trek guide/leader and a team of porters to carry all your gear. On
average, there will be a ratio of one porter to every two trekkers.
The most important thing that makes your Trek successful, enjoyable and memorable is the skilled, experienced,
courteous and helpful trek guide and the crew members with ability of operating your days in the mountain smoothly.
Your trip will be led by experienced trek guide. All of our trekking guides/leaders are carefully selected on the basis of
their appropriate experience, leadership skills and personal aptitude.

Flight Information

You will be required to arrive in Kathmandu before 12pm on Day 1. Kindly arrange your ights accordingly.

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Travel Tips
Luggage Info

During the trek, your main luggage will be carried by porter or yaks. Please keep your luggage as light as possible
around 12 kg. You simply carry a day pack with water bottle, camera, sun-screen, spare jacket etc. You can leave
your valuable items at your hotel while trekking. Many hotels have a locker system and provide a deposit slip for the
valuables kept under the hotel's safekeeping. You may also leave your extra things at your hotel which is not
required for your trek in your main luggage. Please note that we will provide complimentary kit bag for you before
your trek starts so that you can pack all your necessary things.

Books to Read

Touching My Father's Soul by Jamling Tenzing Norgay - Jamling is the son of Tenzing Norgay, one of the rst
two people to ever summit Mt. Everest in 1953. As Jamling follows in his father's footsteps along the same summit in
1996 with the aim to haul an IMAX camera up the summit to shoot a lm, a major storm hits Everest and two
commercial expeditions are dangerously trying to ght their way down the summit. Some lives are even lost. Jamling
recounts the tale of their struggle, but also tells many other stories that shed light on Sherpa history and culture, and
the importance of their strong Buddhist inuence.
Above All Things by Tanis Rideout - This gripping and heartbreaking story is based on George Mallory's third and
nal attempt at climbing Mt. Everest in 1924. It combines historical fact and imaginative ction to tell a story that
heavily focuses on Ruth Mallory's perspective. The novel volleys back and forth between both main characters and
what they were experiencing in two dierent parts of the world all at the same time.

Typical Day on the Trip

Each morning after packing our bags and having a good breakfast, we set o on the day's walk. After walking for 3-4
hours we stop for lunch at around midday. The afternoon's walk is generally shorter and we usually arrive at our
destination in time for afternoon tea. The remainder of the afternoon can be spent exploring the village, doing a bit of
washing or simply relaxing with a good book. On some days we will arrive at our destination by lunchtime and the
entire afternoon will be free. After dinner, the evening will often be spent playing cards and reliving the day's
adventures, before heading o to bed for a well-earned sleep.

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Travel Tips
Approximate Group Size

12 to 15 people.

Money to carry

10 to 15 thousand Rupees.

Tipping

Tipping will be appreciated and is not included in the cost of your package.

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