Soul Himalaya Treks & Tours Nepal

Highlights

With a height of 8167m, Dhaulagiri stays as the seventh highest peak in the world. It is situated in the western part of Nepal. The Dhaulagiri trekking route is touted to be very challenging to the trekkers as it is newly opened. Kaski and Manang are the districts that fall under this region. The walk through the trails of this region is adventurous, as this region possesses a dramatic formation of geography.

This area offers a much greater sense of exploration for those who are keen to see a piece of wild mountain country while crossing over the French pass (5360m) and Thapa Pass (5200m). Most of the parts are supposed to be an icy track which is sure to be a thrilling experience to any trekking enthusiast. This region also provides an opportunity to encounter the Tibetan Buddhist culture throughout the Himalayas. The deepest gorge in the world, the Gandaki gorge also calls the place “home”.

Dhaulagiri is also an ethnically-diverse region where Gurung, Tamang, Manange, Thakali community resides. This isolated region is home to Barking Deer, Himalayan Griffons, Snow Pigeon, hundreds of species of Butterflies, Impeyan, Pheasants, Blue sheep, Snow leopard, Jackals, and many more. Many varieties of plants like Hemlock, Silver fir, Orchids, Edelweiss, Corydalis, Campanulas, Anemones, Impatient Wild Rose, Larkspurs, Geraniums, Saxifrages, Poppies Sedums, and many more bloom in different parts of this region. With many attractions, the beauty of Dhaulagiri is appealing.

Highlights of the trek:

Traverse the difficult yet rewarding Dhaulagiri trail and savor the moment for the rest of your life.
Trek in some of the most popular adjoining base camps of Nepal like the Italian Base Camp, Japanese Base Camp, and Dhaulagiri Base Camp.
Experience the diverse and rich culture and heritage of the Dhaulagiri Region.
The envious ecology of Dhaulagiri is there to be witnessed by you.

Destination

Dhaulagiri Trekking

Duration

17 Days

Max. Altitude

5300m

Trip Difficulty

Moderate

Itinerary

This trek combines many different landscapes and brings you close to the base of 7,000m and 8,000m peaks in a short period of time.

For Meals: Breakfast Include

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Maximum Altitude shown: 1400m

Our representative will pick you up from the airport after your landing and escort you to the Hotel.
You can complete the checking-in procedure and enjoy a night’s rest.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 1110m

After breakfast, catch a 30 minutes flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
From Pokhara, take a private vehicle and drive to Darbang from where our trek officially commences.
Overnight in Darbang.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 1780m

Head towards Sibang ascending to the ridge-top village of Dharapani from where we can get a beautiful view of the Dhaulagiri massif, Gurja Himal (7193m), and Putha Hiunchuli (7246m).
Walk along the trail of the ridge above the river to reach Sibang.
Overnight in Sibang.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 1570m

After leaving Sibang, descend to Gatti Khola and climb to the small settlement of Muri where the Myagdi and Dhara rivers meet.
Trek further and cross the Dudh Koshi River and descend through the terraced fields to reach Naura Village.
Overnight in Naura village.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 2520m

Trek through the bank of the Myagdi River through a grassy field and descend to reach Bagar.
From Bagar, the trail becomes a mix of ups and downs. Descend through a forest to reach Jyardan and ascent uphill until Lipshe.
Ascent through a serene forest to reach Dobhan.
Overnight in Dobhan.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 3660m

Pass through the forested trail filled with Oaks, Bamboo, and Pines trees. As we move past the forest, mountains start surrounding us in every direction.
We can get the best view of Tukuche Peak (6920m), Dhaulagiri Range, and other mountains from Italian Base Camp.
Overnight in Italian Base Camp.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 3660m

Today, we will take the day off to acclimatize our body to the high elevation.
Hike around the base camp to enjoy the pristine mountains surrounding us.
Overnight in Italian Base Camp.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 3890m

After leaving the Italian Base Camp, trek through the rocky area on a steep slope before crossing the glacial moraines.
Japanese Base Camp is a name given to a wide patch of grassy meadow in a shallow valley.
The west face of Mt. Dhaulagiri on one side and Tsaurabong Peak (6395m) on the other will be visible from the Japanese Base Camp.
Overnight in Japanese Base Camp.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 4748m

Today’s day will be very challenging, so we need to be prepared beforehand.
Begin our trek by slowly walking on glaciers, sometimes on the lateral moraine and undulating surface of the glacier itself.
After the slow and careful trek, make our way to the Dhaulagiri Base Camp where we can see the stunning view of all the peaks of the Dhaulagiri range along with an amazing icefall descending from the Dhaulagiri and Tukuche Peak ridgeline.
Overnight in Dhaulagiri Base Camp.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 4748m

The strenuous trek to the Dhaulagiri Base Camp will take a lot of strain on our body and the constant increase in altitude doesn’t help with the cause as well. So, we will take another rest day in Dhaulagiri Base Camp to prepare our body for the coming days.
We can spend the day exploring the areas nearby the base camp. There's also an option of hiking up a little for a better view of the mountains.
Overnight in Dhaulagiri Base Camp.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 5140m

Continue the trek through the north side of Chhondarban Glacier and gradually ascend the steep hillside above the glacier.
Trek across the moraine to reach the French Pass which gives an excellent 360-degree view of the surrounding mountains.
Descend slowly on the snow slopes to reach the Hidden Valley.
Overnight in Hidden Valley.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 5140m

The climate at this altitude can be unpredictable and we also need plenty of rest to complete the remaining trek. So, we take a day’s rest to ready our body.

For Meals: Included  BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 4200m

Head towards Yak Kharka crossing over the famous Dhampus Pass on our way.
Throughout the day’s hike, the majestic view of Mt. Dhaulagiri and Mt. Annapurna will keep our company in the background.
Descend in a steep snow-slope to reach Yak Kharka.
Overnight in Yak Kharka.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 2720m

Descend steeply from Yak Kharka to reach the “Apple Capital of Nepal”, Marpha.
Passing through the whitewashed houses, paved streets, and following the flow of the Kali Gandaki River, we move towards the windy town of Jomsom.
Overnight in Jomsom.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 2720m

Catch an early flight from Jomsom to the beautiful town of Pokhara.
Transfer to a hotel and we can roam around the impressive landmark of Pokhara.
Overnight in Pokhara.

For Meals: Included BLD

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 820m

We can either take a 30 minutes flight back to Kathmandu or drive on the scenic route to Kathmandu which usually takes around 5-6 hours.
Overnight in Kathmandu.

For Meals: Breakfast Include

For Accommodation: Hotels / Lodges

Altitude: 1350m

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel (approximately three hours prior to your scheduled flight) for you departure.

Inclusions

The Annapurna base camp trek is one of the most popular treks in the mighty Himalayan region of Nepal and it is the most visited trekking region in Nepal.

What’s Included?

Airport pickups and drop-offs
Accommodation(BB) in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Meals during the trek.
Tented accommodation during the trek.
English speaking & government-licensed guide/leader
Porter service (2 trekkers:1porter)
Cook & helper service
Domestic flight
Ground transportation as per the itinerary
Trekking equipment
Annapurna Conservation permit & TIMS card
First Aid Kit
Tourist service charge/Vat
office Service charge
All Government & local Tax

What’s not Included?

Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Travel insurance
International airfare
Nepal Tourist Visa fee
Personal expenses
Drinks
Personal trekking equipment
Emergency Evacuation
Early arrival/ late departure
Horse renting
Additional porters
Tips for staff; guide & porter

Map

This trek combines many different landscapes and brings you close to the base of 7,000m and 8,000m peaks in a short period of time.

Travel Gear List

Adventurous activities are always filled with adrenaline and risks. Here are some mandatory tools and equipments to keep you safe and necessary for the trip.

Trekking boot(1pair): well worn and comfortable with proper ankle support.
Sock(3 pairs): good and warm enough; worth spending money on quality socks.
Flip flop/Camp Shoe(1 pair): light weighted for evening use.

Water bottle(2): Nalgene/ sig style and a bladder bottle with the capacity of 1/2 liter water. Bladders are preferred.
Water Purification Drop(1): Affordable and easily available for purchase in Kathmandu (Pious Water Drop).
Lip Balm(1): Proper moisturizing containing SPF.
Sunglass(1): Actual UV rays safeguarding glasses.
Sun Cream: SPF 30+ recommended.
Bandana (1): Useful for various purpose.
Baseball Head/ Cap(1): Protects face from direct expose of sun during the hiking.
Warm Woolen Hat(1): Prevents from wind and cold above 3500m.
Flash Light / Head Torch(1): Leaves your hands free. Extra batteries are also necessary for head light.
Private First Aid Kit(1): Include prescribed medications/ personal medications. Some personal medicine might not be available in Nepal.
Travel towel(1): light weighted and compact.
Wash Kit (1): Appropriate and suitable for your skin/body
Instant Hand Sanitizer: Alcohol bases, enough for trek/on the basis of necessity.
Camera(incase you carry): Along with charger and enough battery to capture scenarios and memories.
Book/ Journal: Depending on interest.
Pack of Cards/Travel Board Games(if interested): Evening entertainment.
Trekking Snacks: Base on consumption; enough for trekking (can be purchased in Kathmandu).
Toilet Roll & Rubbish Bag: to make sure we don't leave waste materials in the mountains.
Trekking Poles(optional): recommended to anyone with knee issues.
Gloves(2 pairs): Thin in low altitude & thick warm enough in high altitudes.
Neck Warmer \Buff(1): Protection of Neck from direct wind and cold.
Walking Stick(1): Light weighted and comfortable for walking support.

Walking T-shirt(2): Merino wool, Capilene/Synthetic Fiber for quick dry.
Sleeping t-shirt(1): can be cotton or fabric.
Thermal base layers Top(1): mid weighted long sleeved t-shirt of merino wool/polyester, capilene power dry.
Insulating layers(1): mid weighted fleece that can be worn over other layers
Fleece Vest(optional): advisable for those who catches cold easily.
Rain jacket (1): Wind proof and rain proof for safeguard.
Down jacket(1): very essential for trekking above 4,000 meters.

Hiking trousers(2): lick weighted and quick dry trousers( not cotton).Zip offs are preferred.
Sleeping trousers(1): light weighted yoga style for comfort sleep( no jeans).
Trekking short (1): in case of no zips off trousers. Low knee shorts are preferred.
Rain pants(1): Protection from rain and wind.
Thermal long Johns(1): To warm by in the evening or while sleeping.
Underwear: Depending on necessity; enough for trek ( can be washed and dried along the way)

Duffle Bag Pack(1): to store excess luggage at hotel. Our agency provides duffel bags during the trek. These are easier for the porters to carry.
Day pack with rain cover(1): to carry your personal items during the treks i.e. camera, private snacks, water bottles, etc.
Sleeping bags with inner: To have a warm and satisfying sleep in high altitude. Recommended for 3 season(Oct-Feb).

FAQs

Adventurous activities are always filled with adrenaline and risks. Here are some mandatory tools and equipments to keep you safe and necessary for the trip.

Dhaulagiri trek takes you at the height of 5,300 meters from sea level.

In context to the level of difficulty, the Dhaulagiri trek is a moderate level trek. The maximum walking hour of this trek is about 7-8 hours a day.

Soul Himalaya Treks & Tours has well-experienced and certified guides/leaders with over 10 years of working experience in the field. All our guides are fluent in English. You can also hire guides who are fluent in French, German, and Hindi.

Everest is situated towards the eastern part whereas Dhaulagiri is situated towards the north-Central part of the Himalayan range. Therefore, you will not be able to view Mt. Everest from Dhaulagiri. So far, you will be able to have a beautiful scenario of mount Dhaulagiri and various other Dhaulagiri Ranges.

The best season for Dhaulagiri is pre-monsoon and post-monsoon. Late September, October, November, and December is the most favorable season recommended for the Upper Mustang Trek.

The weather differs with the season you choose to trek for. The maximum temperature reaches 25°C during the day and falls up to -20°C at night. Observing the overall trekking climate, the weather of Dhaulagiri is mild during the trekking seasons. Yet, the weather of the lower region is hotter than that of higher altitude.

Altitude sickness is predictable if you are at a High altitude for the first time. However, Altitude sickness can be coped with easily since there are no major risks of it. Our itinerary is maintained in such a way that you will adapt to the altitude of this region easily. Your assigned guide/leader will slow down ascend and provide you healthy diet. You also require to be hydrated throughout the trek and avoid the consumption of alcohol/cigarettes. Most importantly, you should build a strong mindset and be prepared for the trek.

We strongly recommend you carry a reusable bottle along with water purifying tablets and agents to purify stream water. Waste disposal is not well organized in the Mountains so to maintain an environment-friendly trek we appreciate it if you can make minimum use of plastic bottles. However, if make you use plastic bottles we request you dispose of the bottles at a proper place.

A proper shower is managed for you throughout the trek. Hot /Bucket shower is made accessible in the lodges. However, a certain amount of charge for the hot/bucket shower is taken in some of the lodges. While taking showers in the natural sources, you are sincerely requested to slip into comfortable clothes to uphold social values in public space.

You will be able to recharge your gadgets in pretty much every cabin and hotel. However, at a higher altitude you will be charged with a certain amount; probably from 200 to 300 NRS (1.5 - 2, 5 €).

The organization isn't great always, and in some cases it is inexistent. You’d rather not rely on the network in some areas. However, you will have Wi-Fi in few lodges; not necessarily all of them but some lodges charge you extra for Wi-Fi.

We assure you a secured trek. Even so, we never can predict what might take place. Hence, in case of any emergencies, you will be rescued by air ambulance as long as the weather is favorable for evacuation.

You are strongly prohibited from distributing any kind of stuff to children on the way to your trek. Children stay on roads for hours waiting for tourists rather than attending schools. Hence, this has created a very bad influence on the children in the tourism areas. If you are genuinely intending to help them you can consult with respective guardians.

The people of Nepal are very religious. Hence, when you are visiting the historical and religious area in Nepal especially monasteries; you are not allowed to sit/stand on the tables since the tables are marked very scared.

You can observe many street dogs in Nepal. So, you should be aware before you approach any of them as they are not well-vaccinated. If you are followed by a pet during your trek we suggest you not take them along with you.

You will not be allowed to take a snap of any individuals without their approval. In some specific monasteries, you are forbidden to carry a camera. However, you can freely capture the image of glamorous nature.

Tipping is not mandatory. However, it has been a common trait, so the guides and porters expect a small amount of tips from you. A small amount of tips can hold a great essence in their life and can go a long way to help them and their families. Feel free to ask us for a suggested standard amount.

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Dhaulagiri Trekking - 17 Days

Highlights

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 02 Kathmandu to Pokhara to Darbang [Drive : 6-7 hours]

Day 03 Darbang to Sibang [Trekking : 6-7 hours]

Day 04 Sibang to Naura [Trekking : 4-5 hours] or Bagar [Trekking : 7-8 hours]

Day 05 Naura or Bagar to Dobhan [Trekking : 5-7 hours]

Day 06 Dobhan to Italian Base Camp [Trekking : 7-8 hours]

Day 07 Acclimatization Day

Day 08 Italian Base Camp to Japanese Base Camp [Trekking : 4-5 hours]

Day 09 Japanese Base Camp to Dhaulagiri Base Camp [Trekking : 4-5 hours]

Day 10 Acclimatization and Rest Day

Day 11 Dhaulagiri Base Camp to Hidden Valley via French Pass [Trekking : 6-7 hours]

Day 12 Rest day

Day 13 Hidden Valley to Yak Kharka via Dhampus Pass [Trekking : 5-6 hours]

Day 14 Yak Kharka to Jomsom via Marpha [Trekking : 4-5 hours]

Day 15 Jomsom to Pokhara [Flight : 25 minutes]

Day 16 Pokhara to Kathmandu

Day 17 Departure

Inclusions

What’s Included?

What’s not Included?

Map

Travel Gear List

FAQs

What is the maximum altitude of the Dhaulagiri trek?

How difficult is Dhaulagiri Trek?

How experienced are my guides?

Can Mount Everest be seen during Dhaulagiri Trek?

What are the best seasons for Dhaulagiri?

How is the climate of Dhaulagiri?

What are the preventive measures of Altitude sickness during Dhaulagiri Trek?

Can I buy drinking water on a trip?

What are the shower facilities in Dhaulagiri Trek?

Is there access to electrical outlets in the lodges and during Dhaulagiri trek?

Are there phone antennas during the Dhaulagiri trek?

How will you deal in case of emergency during Dhaulagiri Trek?

Can I share out chocolates/money/toys and other essentials to children?

What is the performance not to be carried out in a religious area?

Why are dogs restricted in National parks?

Can I take pictures of the locals?

Is tipping staffs; guides & porter compulsory?

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