The Dhaulagiri Himal lies south of the Tibet/Nepal border and the culminating high point at its eastern end is Dhaulagiri l. Dhaulagiri is seventh highest mountain in the world. Dhaulagiri towers in solitary splendor. This magnificent peak rises as a giant shoulder of shining ice and snow. It gets its name from the Sanskrit word "Dhavala" which means 'white' and 'Giri' which means mountain.

This mountain was first sighted by the British surveyors in India in the early 1800s but reminded virtually unknown until a Swiss aerial survey in 1949. This White Mountain was first climbed in 1960 by the Swiss following the Northeast ridge. Dhaulagiri l is buttressed by five ridges and even up until the early 1980's only the Northeast ridge had been successfully climbed. Dhaulagiri is considered the most interesting peak among the eight thousanders. Today there are more than six different routes established with variations, and the possibility of more. It was first climbed by K. Diemberger, P. Diener, M. Dorji, E. Forrer, A. Schelbert & N. Dorji in 1960.

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Airport, check in hotel (A)

Day 02: After an early breakfast, we return to the airport to recheck our luggage. Upon departure, we pay the departure tax at a separate booth and proceed through customs with our documents. No visa is required here, just your ticket and passport. We take the outbound flight to Kathmandu for an early afternoon arrival. After clearing customs we will be met by our local liaisons and transported to the hotel. (A, B)

Day 03: sightseeing in Kathmandu (2,427 ft) with a local guide. Sights include Pashupati and Boudhnath. Sightseeing is optional; you may choose to relax at the hotel. (A, B)

Day 04: Expedition team members will finalize their equipment checks. Trekkers may enjoy more of the sights and sounds of the Thamel, great touristic town of Kathmandu. (A, B, L, D)

Day 05: Depart from Kathmandu in the early morning by bus to Beni (2788 ft.) You will spend the night in Beni, a tiny town in the lap of green hill. (A, B, L, D)

Day 06: Trek to Babi Chaur (3116 ft.) along the Mayagdi River. (A, B, L, D)
8) The route ascends away from the river through lush forests to Darapani (5783 ft.)

Day 07: As we gain altitude towards Jugepani (8150 ft.), we leave the forest region for ridge tops. (A, B, L, D)

Day 08: We descend into the river valley to cross the Mayagdi Khola River, then we make a gradual ascent to our camp at Baisi Kharka (9450 ft.) (A, B, L, D)

Day 09: Today the trek travels along the river to its headwaters near the mountain and to the glacial region on the west side of Dhaulagiri. We spend the night at the Italian Base camp (11,750 ft.) (A, B, L, D)

Day 10: We trek through glacial moraine to Dhaulagiri Base camp for much needed rest and celebration (15,447 ft.) (A, B, L, D)

Day 11: A rest day for the group. Expedition team members work on completing the construction of base camp. An evening celebration will be held for everyone. (A, B, L, D)

Day 12: Time is spent exploring and acclimatizing for both trekkers and expedition members. (A, B, L, D)

Day 13: Relaxation and acclimatization. (A, B, L, D)

Day 14: Loads will be carried to Camp 1 to establish Camp 1 (19,300 ft.). (A, B, L, D)
Day 15: Continue to establish Camp 1 (19,300 ft.). (A, B, L, D)
Day 16: Continue to establish Camp 1 (19,300 ft.). (A, B, L, D)
Day 17: Continue to establish Camp 1 (19,300 ft.). (A, B, L, D)
Day 18: Rest day. (A, B, L, D)
Day 19: Move to Camp 1. (A, B, L, D)
Day 20: Route work and carries to Camp 2 (21,500 ft.) (A, B, L, D)
Day 21: Route work and carries to Camp 2 (21,500 ft.) (A, B, L, D)
Day 22: Route work and carries to Camp 2 (21,500 ft.) (A, B, L, D)
Day 23: Route work and carries to Camp 2 (21,500 ft.) (A, B, L, D)
Day 24: Rest day. (A, B, L, D)
Day 25: Move to Camp 2 for acclimatization. (A, B, L, D)
Day 26: Route work and carries to Camp 3 (23,600 ft.) (A, B, L, D)
Day 27: Route work and carries to Camp 3 (23,600 ft.) (A, B, L, D)
Day 28: Route work and carries to Camp 3 (23,600 ft.) (A, B, L, D)
Day 29: Move to Camp 3 for acclimatization. (A, B, L, D)
Day 30: Members and Sherpa descend to base camp. (A, B, L, D)
Day 31: Rest Days for members. Some route work continues on Upper Mountain. (A, B, L, D)

Day 32: Rest Days for members. Some route work continues on Upper Mountain. (A, B, L, D)

Day 33: Rest Days for members. Some route work continues on Upper Mountain. (A, B, L, D)

Day 34: Rest Days for members. Some route work continues on Upper Mountain. (A, B, L, D)

Day 35: Move to Camp 1. (A, B, L, D)
Day 36: Rest day. Sherpa establish Camp 4 (24,500 ft.) high camp. (A, B, L, D)
Dhaulagiri Expedition Itinerary (continued) (A, B, L, D)

Day 37: Move to Camp 2. (A, B, L, D)
Day 38: Move to Camp 3. (A, B, L, D)
Day 39: Move to Camp 4 and prepare for Summit Day. (A, B, L, D)
Day 40: With good weather and luck we summit! Return to Camp 4 or 3—this depends on group strength and mountain conditions. On 8000-meter peaks, descending lower is usually better post summit. (A, B, L, D)

Day 41: Descend to base camp for well deserved celebration. (A, B, L, D)
Day 42: Break down base camp and prepare for trek out. (A, B, L, D)
Day 43: The expedition heads out for the Hidden Valley. (A, B, L, D)
Day 44: Descent down to Kali Gandaki Gorge (second deepest gorge in the world) and camp at Jomsom (old trading station between Tibet and Nepal). (A, B, L, D)

Day 45: Fly to Pokhara from Jomsom. (A, B, L, D)
Day 46: Return to KTM to sign a foot at the Rum Doodle and have hard party (A, B)
Day 47: Recover and buy gifts for loved ones. (A, B)
Day 48: Outbound flight (B)

(Abbreviation: A - Accommodation, B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner)

Cost of the expedition:

2-persons' group:    9899 USD per person
3-persons' group:    7739 USD per person
4-persons' group:    6399 USD per person
5-persons' group:    5649 USD per person
6-persons' group:    5099 USD per person
7-persons' group:    4639 USD per person
8-12 persons' group: 4219 USD per person
Climbing Guide cost Per guide USD 2200

Cost included