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Dhaulagiri French Pass and Annapurna

Trip Fact

Trip Duration 18 Days
Destination Nepal
Trip Grade Challenging
Activity Trekking
Max. Altitude 5,360m.
Accomodation Lodge + Camping
Transportation Tourist Bus / Jeep
Meals Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Best Season: Spring & Autumn
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One of the world's classic trekking around the entire Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges

Dhaulagiri French Pass and Annapurna trek offers an opportunity to see and explore the western Himalayan belt dominated by Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m.) even to its Base Camp. After breakfast we drive to Beni Bazaar, way passes through the beautiful farming lands, terraces along with the magnificent views of the Annapurna Himalayas. From the Beni Bazar we start trek following the Marsyangdi River and will be taken to the Base Camp allowing us to see first the eastern wall and the northern wall of the Dhaulagiri ultimately wholesome view. After crossing the French Pass (5,360m.) the trail joins the most popular trek route of Annapurna at Marpha Village.

From here aternatively; After few hours walk from Marpha to Jomsom where one can fly to Pokhara or connected fly to Kathmandu or continue descent to Pokhara.

Itinerary:

    Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
    Day 02: Kathmandu free.
    Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara (915m.) by Bus and transfers to Hotel.
    Day 04: Drive to Darbang Phedi (1,110m.) then transfer to tea-house Lodge.
    Day 05: Darbang Phedi - Sinbang/Khamla Village (1,670m.) tea-house Lodge.
    Day 06: Sinbang/Khamla - Baghara (Bagar 2,080m.)
    Day 07: Boghara - Dobang (2,520m.) (Dovan Kharka)
    Day 08: Dovan - Salla Ghari (3,445m.)
    Day 09: Sallaghari - Swiss Base Camp (3,730m.)
    Day 10: Swiss Base Camp - Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748m.)
    Day 11: Dhaulagiri Base Camp Rest for acclimatization.
    Day 12: Dhaulagiri Base Camp - Hiddel Valley French Pass (5,360m.) Camp.
    Day 13: Trek to Thapa Pass (5,250m.) -Yak Kharka (3,400m.) Camp.
    Day 14: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village (2,667m.).
    Day 15: Drive to Pokhara by local Bus or Jeep then transfer to Hotel.
    Day 16: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfers to Hotel.
    Day 17: Kathmandu free.
    Day 18: Last minute, transfers to Airport for your onward journey.

Detail Itinerary

Tea-house Lodge and Camping Trek Cost Includes:

  • All land transportation by Car, Van, Hiace or, tourist Bus. (Airport/Hotel/Airport, trekking pick up and drop).
  • 4 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and 2 nights in Pokhara at Bed and Breakfast basis.
  • 3 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and 2 nights in Pokhara at Bed and Breakfast basis (Itinerary B).
  • All three major meals B/L/D (provide continental food) and accommodation in best available teahouse Lodge and tented camp (twin sharing North Face tent or, normal trekking tent, dining tent, toilet tent, Kitchen tent, staff tent and Kitchen utensil etc.).
  • 1 professional English speaking trekking guide, 1 Cook, Kitchen boys and Porter. (1 Porter between two member)
  • Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
  • Per member 15 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
  • Trekking Permit and Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) fees.
  • Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
  • All official taxes and service charge.

Trek Cost Doesn’t Include:

  • Personal transportation except above programs.
  • Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  • Personal trekking gears as well as sleeping bags.
  • Personal Nature expenses.
  • Emergency evacuation (If incase).
  • Drinks except tea and coffee.
  • Airfare: to & from your country.
  • Nepal entry visa fees and airport departure taxes.
  • Personal travel insurance.
  • Tips for trekking crews.

Spring Itinerary

Hotels/Tea-house Lodge/Camping
14 Days Trek

Grade: Challenging plus
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Accommodation: 4 Nights Kathmandu, 2 Night Pokhara and 11 Nights Tea-house+Camping
Best Season:  Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara (915m.) by Bus and transfers to Hotel.
Day 04: Drive to Darbang Phedi (1,110m.) then transfer to tea-house Lodge.
Day 05: Darbang Phedi - Sinbang/Khamla Village (1,670m.) tea-house Lodge.
Day 06: Sinbang/Khamla - Baghara (Bagar 2,080m.)
Day 07: Boghara - Dobang (2,520m.) (Dovan Kharka)
Day 08: Dovan - Salla Ghari (3,445m.)
Day 09: Sallaghari - Swiss Base Camp (3,730m.)
Day 10: Swiss Base Camp - Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748m.)
Day 11: Dhaulagiri Base Camp Rest for acclimatization.
Day 12: Dhaulagiri Base Camp - Hiddel Valley French Pass (5,360m.) Camp.
Day 13: Trek to Thapa Pass (5,250m.) -Yak Kharka (3,400m.) Camp.
Day 14: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village (2,667m.).
Day 15: Drive to Pokhara by local Bus or Jeep then transfer to Hotel.
Day 16: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 17: Kathmandu free.
Day 18: Last minute, transfers to Airport for your onward journey.

Optional – Trekking Itinerary: B
Hotels/Tea-house Lodge/Camping
17 Days Trek
Grade:
Challenging plus
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Accommodation: 3 Nights Kathmandu, 2 Night Pokhara and 15 Nights Tea-house+Camping
Best Season: Autumn & Spring

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport(1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara (915m.) by Bus and transfers to Hotel.
Day 04: Drive to Darbang Phedi (1,110m.) then transfer to tea-house Lodge.
Day 05: Darbang Phedi - Sinbang/Khamla Village (1,670m.) tea-house Lodge.
Day 06: Sinbang/Khamla - Baghara (Bagar 2,080m.)
Day 07: Boghara - Dobang (2,520m.) (Dovan Kharka)
Day 08: Dovan - Salla Ghari (3,445m.)
Day 09: Salla Ghari - Swiss Base Camp (3,730m.)
Day 10: Swiss Base Camp - Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748m.)
Day 11: Dhaulagiri Base Camp Rest for acclimatization.
Day 12: Dhaulagiri Base Camp – French Pass (5,360m.) Camp.
Day 13: French Pass – Thapa Pass (5,250m.) – Yak Kharka (3,400m.)
Day 14: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village (2,667m.).                                    
Day 15: Marpha Village – Ghasa (2,010m.).
Day 16: Ghasa – Tatopani (1,150m.).
Day 17: Tatopani – Ghorepani (2,830m.).
Day 18: Ghorepani – Poon Hill (3,232m.) – Tirkhedhunga (1,577m.).
Day 19: Tirkhedhunga - Nayapul, drive to Pokhara then transfers to Hotel.
Day 20: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
Day 21: Last minute, transfers to Airport for your onward journey.

Autumn Itinerary

Hotels/Tea-house Lodge/Camping
14 Days Trek

Grade: Challenging plus
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Accommodation: 4 Nights Kathmandu, 2 Night Pokhara and 11 Nights Tea-house+Camping
Best Season:  Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara (915m.) by Bus and transfers to Hotel.
Day 04: Drive to Darbang Phedi (1,110m.) then transfer to tea-house Lodge.
Day 05: Darbang Phedi - Sinbang/Khamla Village (1,670m.) tea-house Lodge.
Day 06: Sinbang/Khamla - Baghara (Bagar 2,080m.)
Day 07: Boghara - Dobang (2,520m.) (Dovan Kharka)
Day 08: Dovan - Salla Ghari (3,445m.)
Day 09: Sallaghari - Swiss Base Camp (3,730m.)
Day 10: Swiss Base Camp - Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748m.)
Day 11: Dhaulagiri Base Camp Rest for acclimatization.
Day 12: Dhaulagiri Base Camp - Hiddel Valley French Pass (5,360m.) Camp.
Day 13: Trek to Thapa Pass (5,250m.) -Yak Kharka (3,400m.) Camp.
Day 14: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village (2,667m.).
Day 15: Drive to Pokhara by local Bus or Jeep then transfer to Hotel.
Day 16: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 17: Kathmandu free.
Day 18: Last minute, transfers to Airport for your onward journey.

Optional – Trekking Itinerary: B
Hotels/Tea-house Lodge/Camping
17 Days Trek
Grade:
Challenging plus
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Accommodation: 3 Nights Kathmandu, 2 Night Pokhara and 15 Nights Tea-house+Camping
Best Season: Autumn & Spring

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport(1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara (915m.) by Bus and transfers to Hotel.
Day 04: Drive to Darbang Phedi (1,110m.) then transfer to tea-house Lodge.
Day 05: Darbang Phedi - Sinbang/Khamla Village (1,670m.) tea-house Lodge.
Day 06: Sinbang/Khamla - Baghara (Bagar 2,080m.)
Day 07: Boghara - Dobang (2,520m.) (Dovan Kharka)
Day 08: Dovan - Salla Ghari (3,445m.)
Day 09: Salla Ghari - Swiss Base Camp (3,730m.)
Day 10: Swiss Base Camp - Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748m.)
Day 11: Dhaulagiri Base Camp Rest for acclimatization.
Day 12: Dhaulagiri Base Camp – French Pass (5,360m.) Camp.
Day 13: French Pass – Thapa Pass (5,250m.) – Yak Kharka (3,400m.)
Day 14: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village (2,667m.).                                    
Day 15: Marpha Village – Ghasa (2,010m.).
Day 16: Ghasa – Tatopani (1,150m.).
Day 17: Tatopani – Ghorepani (2,830m.).
Day 18: Ghorepani – Poon Hill (3,232m.) – Tirkhedhunga (1,577m.).
Day 19: Tirkhedhunga - Nayapul, drive to Pokhara then transfers to Hotel.
Day 20: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
Day 21: Last minute, transfers to Airport for your onward journey.

Mountain Info

    Hotels/Tea-house Lodge/Camping
    14 Days Trek

    Grade: Challenging plus
    Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
    Accommodation: 4 Nights Kathmandu, 2 Night Pokhara and 11 Nights Tea-house+Camping
    Best Season:  Spring & Autumn

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