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Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trekking

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Duration
13 days
Activity
Trekking
Max. altitude
5242 m / 17198 ft
Group size
Min 1+
Difficulty
Difficult
Trip starts/ends
Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Best season
September to November and February to June 15
Accommodation
Local teahouse/ Camping
Meals
B/L/D
Transportation
Tourist bus + private vehicle.

Highlights

  • Visit Kathmandu World Heritage Sites.
  • Pokhara to Beni and Pokhara to Kathmandu are both lovely trips.
  • The seventh-highest peak in the world, Dhaulagiri 1, is 8167 meters high.
  • Hike into the breathtaking Hidden Valley after over the French Pass (5370m).
  • Glaciers, lovely, greeneries farmlands, shifting topography, and desolate, high-altitude moraines.
  • Stunning panoramas of Dhaulagiri and other peaks that are higher than 7000 meters.

Overview

Dhaulagiri base camp trekking is a new trail in the Himalayas that opened up for the trekkers. Its natural beauty and view are incredibly fascinating that make a wonderful adventure holiday for the trekkers. This trail opened up for the trekkers after detailed research and survey. This short and beautiful trail to the base camp of Dhaulagiri South offers breathtaking Himalayan views in addition to serene nature.
As the matter of fact, the trail now receives fewer trekkers. So, trekking through this trail is surely a peaceful walking adventure. This trip is not only a trekking adventure but also a wonderful cultural trip. The trail that the trek goes through has beautiful settlements of local people of different ethnicities. You will have a chance to explore the cultures and lifestyles of the people living in the region. In addition to the peaceful nature and cultural wonders, you will enjoy the views of majestic mountain peaks. Snow-capped peaks in the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna region will come to your view as you trek along the region. Other than the mountain views, the surroundings also offer an overwhelming experience.
Dhaulagiri Base Camp trekking drives you on a striking section to Dhaulagiri massif that envelops more than 30 tops over 6000m. Even though Dhaulagiri Base Camp trekking is a difficult trip, it offers the breathtaking all-encompassing perspective on the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges with the lavish green valleys, serene scenes, cold high passes, pine, and Rhododendron timberland, energizing glacial masses, and ice-covered pinnacles, expanded vegetation, Waterfalls, astounding mountains perspectives on Dhaulagiri massif, Thorong top, Annapurna massif, Kali-Gandaki River, the Gurung, Magar, and Thakali individuals and their way of life and customary way of life of the occupants of the district will have an extraordinary effect at the forefront of your thoughts. The best season to travel to Dhaulagiri headquarters is September-November and March-June. If the adventurers have great information on wellness and some journeying experience alongside the information on trails, testing environments going through the high heights will be better for travelling.
Although a new trekking route, Dhaulagiri base camp trekking is surely an adventure go for an incredible experience of trekking in the mountains. Unlike Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking, this trip is short yet equally magnificent.

Trip Itinerary

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Your trip day starts today when you arrive to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Upon your arrival, you will be received by our representative at the airport. He will be carrying a signboard with our company’s name on it. Then you will be transferred to the tour hotel and checked in. A trip briefing will follow later today and the time will be notified to you by the representative who picks you up from the airport. We will come to meet and brief you about the trip at the fixed time. Until then just relax or explore a bit of surrounding.

We take you for a day tour of cultural heritage monuments in Kathmandu valley after breakfast. The tour will give you a mixed insight of history, culture, art, architecture and spirituality of Kathmandu valley. The sites include; Swoyambhunath aka Monkey Temple: The oldest of all sites in Kathmandu valley, Swoyambhunath is an important Buddhist spiritual site having the history over two thousand years old. This site has gained a popular name as monkey temple as this small forested hill is a good habitat for hundreds of monkeys. The visit there will heighten your spiritual and cultural experience. Patan City including Patan Durbar Square: A tour to medieval city of Patan gives you a great insight about ethnic Newari culture, Budhhist spirituality, religious harmony, art and architecture while you stroll around the charismatic alleys taking you to magnificent local community squares known as Bahal and eventually leading you to an incredible medieval palace square. The monuments and skill of the local artisans displayed on those monuments in the square will stun you with their unbelievable charm. Boudhanath Stupa: The largest of its kind in the world, this magnificent stupa is a very important center of faith for the people following Tibetan Buddhism. This place is nice Circular Square with the stunning stupa in the middle of it which spreads a lot of spiritual vibrations around the atmosphere.

Take an early morning breakfast and go to the bus station to catch the bus to Beni, a beautiful town about 300 km west of Kathmandu. The drive will take through beautiful scenic places of Nepa. After about 9 hours of drive, you reach the town of Beni. Stay overnight there.

This is the first day of trek and it starts after a two-hour drive from Beni. Embark on the adventure early in the morning and head towards Jhi village as the destination for the day. Trek through beautiful surroundings and enjoy the serenity that the rural Nepal brings to you. You will also walk through some beautiful settlements. It’s a short trek of more or less two hours. Once you reach Jhi village, check into the overnight homestay and spend a relaxing time at leisure.

Get ready for a longer day of trekking. The trek today will take you to Ghyasikharka and you will walk for around seven hours to reach the destination. You will again walk through beautiful and peaceful surroundings with great views. The rural wonders of the mountains of Nepal become even more authentic as you trek towards the destination. Check into a home and experience another night of great home staying.

The third day of trek will take you to Phedi Camp for overnight stay. Trek through beautiful nature and surroundings and enjoy the wonderful experience of walking through Nepalese mountains. Although the destination today lies only at the elevation of 2,466 meters above sea level, you will have to use tented camp as you accommodation for the night. From today onwards, up to the base camp, you will use tents as your accommodations.

As you gain the elevation, you will experience the remoteness of the region. On the trek today to Odar Camp, you will pass through some tricky trails and yet wonderful surroundings. The view of mountains you come across is simply stunning. You reach Odar Camp and stay on the tented camp.

The day to reach the base camp has finally arrived. Another fascinating trail that leads you up to the base camp of Dhaulagiri south brings you the views of other mountain peaks. The surroundings of the trail that you walk through will also amaze you all the way through. You will eventually stand at the elevation of stunning 4,055 meters above sea level when you reach the base camp for overnight stay.

As you have reached the final destination of the trip, you will start the return journey from today onwards. You will trek all the way to Chhari today to stay overnight. Another day of beautiful trek to the lower elevation brings you peaceful and beautiful experience of walk.

Trek back to Dagnam and enjoy another day of lower elevation walk. The day will bring you beautiful nature and wonderful surroundings along the trail. Stay overnight at Dagnam. It is the last day of trekking adventure.

Take a jeep ride back to Beni and then drive to Pokhara. Once you reach Pokhara, enjoy the time at leisure wandering around the Lake side.

You will drive back to Kathmandu today by tourist bus. There is also an option to fly back with an additional cost. Once you reach Kathmandu, check into hotel and wander around at leisure.

We will drive you to airport for your departure flight.

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Cost Includes

  • Airport pick up and transfer to hotel
  • Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at 3 star category with breakfast
  • Half day Kathmandu sightseeing with an English/ any other foreign language speaking city guide
  • Land transportation from Kathmandu to Bhandar
  • Domestic flight Lukla-Kathmandu
  • Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park permit
  • TIMS (Trekking Information Management System
  • An experienced and first aid trained license holder accompanying trekking guide
  • Equipped and insured trekking porter (one porter for 2 persons, one porter carries 25 KG.)
  • Meals, insurance, salary, equipment, accommodation, transportation of our trekking crew
  • Tea House accommodation on twin or multi sharing basis during the trek
  • Applicable government taxes (13% VAT and 10% tourism service charges)
  • Farewell dinner

Cost Excludes

  • Nepal entry visa
  • Domestic airport tax
  • Your Travel/Medical insurance
  • Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
  • Hot shower while on trek
  • Single supplements in hotels except for solo trekking service
  • Bar bills and laundry
  • Battery Charges( Available during trek with Extra cost)
  • Optional trips not specified in the itinerary
  • Tipping to guide and porter
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Drinks (including tea) and Bar Bill (beverage)

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Dhaulagiri Base Camp Trekking
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Equipment List

Clothing:
  • Lightweight, moisture-wicking base layers
  • Insulating layers (fleece or down jacket)
  • Waterproof and windproof jacket
  • Waterproof and breathable pants
  • Trekking pants (convertible to shorts are convenient)
  • Quick-drying T-shirts
  • Thermal socks
  • Waterproof and insulated gloves
  • Warm hat and sun hat
  • Sunglasses with UV protection
Footwear:
  • Comfortable, broken-in trekking boots
  • Gaiters (optional but can be useful in snow or rain)
Backpack:
  • Large backpack (50-70 liters) for carrying personal gear
  • Daypack (20-30 liters) for daily essentials during trekking
Sleeping Gear:
  • Sleeping bag suitable for low temperatures (rated for at least -10°C or lower)
  • Sleeping bag liner (optional for added warmth and hygiene)

Trekking Gear:
  • Trekking poles for stability
  • Headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries
  • Water purification tablets or water filter
  • Refillable water bottles or a hydration system
  • Duct tape or repair kit for gear
Health and Hygiene:
  • First aid kit with basic medications (consult with a healthcare professional)
  • Personal medications and prescriptions
  • Hand sanitizer and wet wipes
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Quick-dry towel
  • Sunscreen with high SPF
  • Lip balm with UV protection
  • Personal hygiene items
Electronics:
  • Camera or smartphone for capturing memories
  • Power bank and charging cables
  • Travel adapter for electrical outlets
Climbing Gear (if attempting higher peaks):
  • Crampons
  • Ice axe
  • Harness
  • Helmet
Documents and Permits:
  • Passport and necessary permits
  • Travel insurance
  • Passport-sized photos
Miscellaneous:
  • Snacks and energy bars
  • Trekking map and guidebook
  • Whistle
  • Multi-tool or knife
  • Cash (local currency) and credit cards
  • Lightweight and compact daypack for exploring around base camps

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