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Dhaulagiri Himal, Nepal / Expedition

Dhaulagiri Expedition

Follow the Myagdi valley towards Dhaulagiri Base Camp, with a long climbing period and a return through the Kali Gandaki valley.

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The Dhaulagiri massif
The Dhaulagiri massif.
Duration
45 daysOutline programme
Summit objective
8,167 mRoute objective
Season
Spring / AutumnAsk for current dates
Experience
High-altitude expeditionExpedition

A closer look at the journey.

Dhaulagiri combines a deep valley approach with the scale of a major Himalayan expedition. Starting from the Beni and Darbang side, the route follows the Myagdi valley towards Italian Base Camp and the mountain. The planned return reaches Marpha and Jomsom, giving a different view of the massif and the Kali Gandaki valley.

The approach and climbing phases form one extended mountain journey. Time above base camp is used for acclimatization, carrying equipment, rest and a summit attempt when conditions allow. Discuss your climbing history with us so that the route, team support and equipment plan suit the objective and your experience.

  • Myagdi valley approach from Darbang
  • Camping journey past Italian Base Camp
  • Return towards Marpha and Jomsom

The route, day by day.

This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.

Day 1-3Kathmandu preparation

Arrive, check equipment and complete the expedition briefing.

Day 4Drive to Darbang

Travel by road through Beni to the approach trail.

Day 5-8Myagdi valley approach

Trek through Baskot, Bagar and Dovan towards the forest camps.

Day 9-10Italian and Dhaulagiri base camps

Continue into glacial terrain and establish the expedition base.

Day 11-39Climbing period

Acclimatize, establish higher camps and assess the weather for a summit attempt.

Day 40Prepare to leave base camp

Pack the camp and organize the return loads.

Day 41-42Return towards Jomsom

Follow the planned exit towards Yak Kharka, Marpha and Jomsom, subject to pass conditions.

Day 43Return to Kathmandu

Travel via Pokhara, with flights dependent on weather.

Day 44Kathmandu reserve day

Allow time for rest, debriefing and possible travel delays.

Day 45Departure

Transfer for your onward journey.

A clear plan and quotation.

Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.

Services to discuss

  • Agree the permit arrangements and in-country transport in your quotation.
  • Agree the guiding, porter support and responsibilities on the mountain.
  • Agree accommodation, camp facilities and the meals provided at each stage.
  • Agree shared climbing equipment, communications and emergency arrangements.

Budget separately

  • International travel, entry documents and costs outside the agreed programme.
  • Personal climbing equipment and insurance appropriate to the itinerary.
  • Personal spending, tips and any separately agreed climbing staff bonuses.
  • Additional accommodation, transport or evacuation costs if plans change.

Before you set out.

Previous high-altitude expeditions, reliable snow and ice skills, and the capacity for remote glacier travel are required.

Accommodation: Hotels in Kathmandu, trekking lodges or approach camps, and tented climbing camps.

Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.

Is the summit attempt on a fixed day?

The itinerary gives a climbing window. Your guide will adjust the attempt, rest days and descent to the conditions and the team. Reaching the summit cannot be guaranteed.

What experience should I discuss before booking?

Previous high-altitude expeditions, reliable snow and ice skills, and the capacity for remote glacier travel are required. Share details of your recent climbs, altitude experience and rope skills so that we can assess the preparation and support required.

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