International Dhaulagiri Expedition

Autumn/Spring
Joint Dhaulagiri Expedition Fixed Departure
September 05, 2011  ......  April 06, 2012

Himalayan Range: Dhaulagiri Himal
Height: 8167m.
Latitude: 28º 41’ 46”
Longitude: 83º 29’ 43”
Trip Duration: 45, 42Days
Normal Ascent Route: North East Ridge
Grade: Mountaineering
Caravan Route: Ktm –Pokhara – Beni Bazaar – Tukuche – Dhaulagiri Base Camp

Dhaulagiri is seventh highest mountain in the world rising to 8167m. high and located in North central of Nepal. This mountain was first climbed by the Swiss team in 1960 via the North East Ridge. Its name is derived from Sanskrit "dhaula" means "White" and giri is "Mountain". The Dhaulagiri, along with another eight thousander Annapurna, make Kaligandaki the deepest gorge. It is also one of the most popular mountain in the world though it is difficult to step on summit.

This seventh highest mountain in the world is considered an interesting peak with more than six different routes. The normal climbing route is considered a reasonable climb with only short technical climbing sections and moderate avalanche danger. The South and West faces of Dhaulagiri both feature massive drops; each rises over 4000 meters from its base, and each has been the site of epic climbs. The tangled topography of twisting ridges, glaciers, and ice falls is crested by a stretch of thirty miles. Several pyramid-shaped peaks rise along the main crest. Four of the summits, numbered form east to west, rise above 25,000 feet.

Himalayan Yetiland Treks provide for expedition with all necessary infrastructures to assist you in your summit attempt. We will do the necessary paperwork for expedition permit organize all accommodation before and after expedition. We organize camp facilities, transport loads, stock and set up high camps, fix ropes, provide food, high altitude food, high quality tents, porters, professional Climbing Sherpas, oxygen, satellite telephone, Wake Talkie set, advice and assistance.

Expedition Itinerary: A

• Hotel/Lodges/Camping
• 40 Days Trek/Climbing
• Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
• Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 39 Nights Teahouse Lodge/Camping
• Season: Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free and preparation.
Day 03: Official work for expedition & briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
Day 04: Drive to Pokhara - Beni 820m. & Galeshor & transfers to Hotel.
Day 05: Galeshor– Tatopani 1189m.
Day 06: Tatopani – Ghasa Village 2084m.
Day 07: Ghasa – Marpha Village 2667m.
Day 08: Marpha Village– Yak Kharka 3680m.
Day 09: Yak Kharka – Dhaulagiri Base Camp 4700m.
Day 10-39: Climbing Period of Dhaulagiri 8167m.
Day 40: Clean the BC (Reserve day)
Day 41: Trek back to Yak Kharka.
Day 42: Yak Kharka – Jomsom 2750m. and overnight at Teahouse Lodge..
Day 43: Fly to Pokhara & Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
Day 44: Free in Kathmandu.
Day 45: Last minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey.

Optional – Expedition Itinerary: B

• Hotel/Lodges/Camping
• 35 Days Trek/Climbing
• Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
• Accommodation: 6 Nights KTM, 1 Night in Pokhara, 34 Nights Lodge/Camping
• Season: Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
Day 04: Drive to Beni Bazaar 830m.  then transfer to Lodge.
Day 05: Beni – Babi Chaur
Day 06: Babichaur – Dharapani.
Day 07: Dharapani – Muri.
Day 08: Muri – Boghara.
Day 09: Boghara – Dovang.
Day 10: Dovang – Pine Forest Camp.
Day 11: Pine Forest – Italian Base Camp.
Day 12: Italian BC – Dhaulagiri Base Camp.
Day 13 – 32:  Climbing period of Dhaulagiri 8167m.
Day 34: Trek back to Tukuche Glacier.
Day 35: Trek to Yak Kharka 3,680m.
Day 36: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village.
Day 37: Marpha – Jomsom Bazaar and transfer to Teahouse Lodge.
Day 38: Jomsom – Pokhara by flight and transfer to Hotel.
Day 39: Drive to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
Day 40: Kathmandu Free.
Day 41: Kathmandu Free.
Day 42: Last minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey.

Tentative Expedition Cost:
Service up to Base Camp on group joining basis: USD 7,700 Per Person. Itinerary A, B

Service Includes up to Base Camp

• All land transportation by Car, Van, Hiace or, tourist Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up & drop).
• 5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast plan. Itinerary A
• 6 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel &1 night in Pokhara on B/B plan. Itinerary B
• Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp & back.
• Full board in lodges during trekking to base camp and back.
• Base Camp single sleeping tent & Mattress for each member, BC staffs & Liaison Officer.
• All kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tent, table and chairs and cooking utensils for Base Camp.
• Food and fuel at Base Camp.
• Service of Government Liaison Officer.
• Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base Camp.
• Equipments allowance, daily wages of cook, kitchen boys & Liaison officer.
• Insurance of cook, kitchen boy, Liaison Officer and porters.
• Expedition Permit fee of Mt. Dhaulagiri.
• National Park Permits (ACAP entrance fee).
• Schedule flight: Jomsom/Pokhara/Kathmandu with domestic airport tax. Itinerary A
• Schedule flight: Jomsom/Pokhara with domestic airport tax. Itinerary B
• 2 Expedition duffel bag for each member.
• Generator or Solar panel at Base Camp for light and charging.
• Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use.
• Emergency medical oxygen at Base Camp.
• Visa extension fee.
• Agency service charge.

Service does not includes

• International airfare from/to your country.
• Nepal entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport at upon arrival).
• Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu & Pokhara.
• Hotel after 5 night stay in Kathmandu. Itinerary A
• Hotel after 6 night stay in Kathmandu. Itinerary B
• Personal climbing gear and equipment above Base Camp.
• High Tents above Base Camp.
• High altitude food and fuel above Base Camp.
• Oxygen & Mask and regulator (will be provided as per request).
• Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation and lost luggage.
• Applicable permit fees and customs charges, etc. for SAT phone, communication equipment & commercial filming.
• International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport.
• Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc.
• Tips and bonuses.
• Garbage deposit.

Expedition Cost: Service up to summit: USD 14,200 Per Person. Itinerary A, B

Service Includes up to Summit:

• All land transportation by Car, Van, Hiace or, tourist Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up & drop).
• 5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast plan. Itinerary A
• 6 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel &1 night in Pokhara on B/B plan. Itinerary B
• Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp & back.
• Full board in lodges during trekking to base camp & back.
• All kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tent, table, chairs & cooking utensils for Base Camp.
• Base Camp single sleeping tent & Mattress for each member, BC staffs & Liaison Officer.
• Food and fuel at Base Camp.
• Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base Camp.
• Service of Government Liaison Officer.
• Equipments allowance, wages of cook, kitchen boys & Liaison officer.
• Insurance of cook, kitchen boy, Liaison Officer and porters.
• Peak Permit fee of Mt. Dhaulagiri.
• National Park Permits (ACAP entrance fee).
• Schedule flight: Jomsom/Pokhara/Kathmandu with domestic airport tax. Itinerary A
• Schedule flight: Jomsom/Pokhara with domestic airport tax. Itinerary B
• One high altitude Sherpa per climber to carry all food and gear to higher camps. Also assist the member during climb & summit attempt.
• 4 oxygen bottles (4 lts) per member with mask and regulator (for use only) " Poisk oxygen system".
• Common climbing equipment such as ropes, ice screws, ice bar, pitons, etc.
• Walkie-talkies for each member base unit at Base Camp.
• High altitude food.
• High altitude fuel.
• High altitude tents.
• 2 Expedition duffel bag for each member.
• Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light and charging.
• Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use.
• Emergency medical oxygen at Base Camp.
• Visa extension fee.
• Agency service charge.

Service does not include

• International airfare from/to your country.
• Nepal entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
• Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu & Pokhara.
• Hotel after 5 night stay in Kathmandu. Itinerary A
• Hotel after 6 night stay in Kathmandu. Itinerary B
• Personal climbing gear and equipment above Base Camp.
• Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation & lost luggage.
• Applicable permit fees and customs charges and commercial filming.
• Oxygen & Mask and regulator (will be provided as per request).
• Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc.
• Tips and bonuses.
• Garbage deposit fee.

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