Mount Dhaulagiri 8,167 meter is the 7th highest mountain in the world and its located in the Dhaulagiri Himal which is lies in the Dhaulagiri Zone of north-central Nepal, northwest of Pokhara. Its name is derived from Sanskrit “Dhavala" means "White" and Giri is "Mountain". The Mountain first time scaled by Mr. Ernest. Forrer and his team K. Diemberger, P. Diener, A. Schelbert from Switzerland in May 13, 1960 via North East Ridge. A French team was permitted to climb either Annapurna or Dhaulagiri in 1950 but decided to climb Annapurna after a reconnaissance of Dhaulagiri. A Swiss team tried to climb Dhaulagiri in 1953 but failed to reach the summit. Normally, four camps will be fixed for Dhaulagiri climbing. Advance base camp will be set up at 5,300 meter which is used for depositing the stuff and not for camping due to avalanche danger cases. If we could not approach the summit from Camp IV due to bad weather or other reasons, we will have to fix bivouac at 7,900 meter and next day try to push to the summit. The town of Pokhara is south of the Annapurnas, an important regional center and the gateway for climbers and trekkers visiting both ranges as well as a tourist destination in its own right.
Dhaulagiri 1st Climbing History:
Most ascents have followed the northeast ridge route of the first ascent, but climbs have been made from most directions. As of 2007 there had been 358 successful ascents and 58 fatalities. Between 1950 and 2006, 2.88% of 2,016 expedition members and staff going above base camp on Dhaulagiri I died. Dhaulagiri I's sudden rise from lower terrain is almost unequaled. It rises 7,000 m (22,970 ft) from the Kali Gandaki River 30 km to the southeast. The south and west faces rise precipitously over 4,000m. (13,120 ft). The south face of Gurja Himal in the same massif is also notably immense.
Note:
1. If you have your own private group or team, please e-mail us to know the price and details of expedition.
2. Looking to join a group? if so, feel free to contact us for more information.
Spring Season:
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 03, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 06, 2026
Expedition Cost as a group Joining Basis: A Via Marpha - Spring 2026
USD 12,700 Per Person. (up to Base Camp)
USD 15,900 Per Person. (up to Summit)
Expedition Cost as a group Joining Basis: B Via Darbang Spring 2026
USD 13,600 Per Person. (up to Base Camp)
USD 16,200 Per Person. (up to Summit)
Autumn Season:
Kathmandu Arrival Date: September 03, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: September 06, 2026
Expedition Cost as a group Joining Basis: A via Marpha - Autumn 2026
USD 12,400 Per Person. (up to Base Camp)
USD 15,600 Per Person. (up to Summit)
Expedition Cost as a group Joining Basis: B via Beni Bazar, Darbang - Autumn 2026
USD 13,300 Per Person. (up to Base Camp)
USD 15,900 Per Person. (up to Summit)
Note for expedition participants:
Expedition service up to Base Camp: This applies to those who have booked the expedition service - up to Base Camp. The cost does not include the High Altitude (H. A.) Sherpa guide, food and fuel, tents, climbing gear, fixed ropes up to the summit, or the Sherpa’s bonus beyond Advance Base Camp.
Additional Cost for a High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 4,500 (If required by client).
The additional cost for a High Altitude Climbing Sherpa (H. A.) includes: equipment allowance, daily wages, food and fuel from base camp to summit, helicopter rescue coverage, medical expenses, accident insurance for the Sherpa, all ground transportation and a personal sleeping tent at base camp, among other essentials.
Summit Bonus for High Altitude Climbing Sherpa (H. A.): USD 500 for reaching Camp at 8,000m., plus USD 1000 for climbing from 8,000m. to the summit - total USD 1500. This amount is payable on the spot (ABC) by the climbing member and applies only to those climber who purchase expedition services - up to summit.
We will provide the expedition cost based on your group size and specific service requirements. Please feel free to email us or use the 'Book Expedition' form to send us your inquiry.
Start Date | End Date | Price | Season | Status | Booking |
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06 September, 2025 | 14 October, 2025 | US$ 12,400 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 13,300 ( Upto Summit ) |
Autumn | Guaranteed | Book Now |
06 April, 2026 | 14 May, 2026 | US$ 12,700 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 15,900 ( Upto Summit ) |
Spring | Guaranteed | Book Now |
06 September, 2026 | 14 October, 2026 | US$ 12,400 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 13,300 ( Upto Summit ) |
Autumn | Guaranteed | Book Now |
06 April, 2027 | 14 May, 2027 | US$ 12,700 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 15,900 ( Upto Summit ) |
Spring | Available | Book Now |
06 September, 2027 | 14 October, 2027 | US$ 12,400 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 13,300 ( Upto Summit ) |
Autumn | Available | Book Now |
Tipping System:
Tipping is done on a group-sharing basis by expedition participants. The minimum recommended amounts are:
1. Base Camp Guide & Cook: Min. USD 300 each.
2. BC Kitchen Boys/Helpers: Min. USD 200 each.
3. Porters: Min. USD 50 each.
Participants are kindly encouraged to tip above these amounts in accordance with work performance.
Tipping System:
Tipping is done on a group-sharing basis by expedition participants. The minimum recommended amounts are:
1. Base Camp Guide & Cook: Min. USD 300 each.
2. BC Kitchen Boys/Helpers: Min. USD 200 each.
3. Porters: Min. USD 50 each.
Participants are kindly encouraged to tip above these amounts in accordance with work performance.
Outline Expedition Itinerary: A via Marpha/Jomsom
Hotel/Lodges/Camping
44 Days Trek/Climbing
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 3 Nights Pokhara and 35 Nights Teahouse Lodge/Camping
Recommended Season: Spring, Summer & Autumn
03 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
04 April - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
05 April - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
06 April - Day 04: Fly or, drive to Pokhara (915m.) and transfer to Hotel.
07 April - Day 05: Drive to Marpha Village (2,667m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 April - Day 06: Marpha Village Rest day for Porter arrangement. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
09 April - Day 07: Marpha Village – Yak Kharka (3,680m.) O/N at Camping.
10 April - Day 08: Yak Kharka – Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,700m.) Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
11 April/08 May - Day 09/36: Climbing Period for Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m.) Summit - Full Camping.
09 May - Day 37: Preparation and cleaning Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
10 May - Day 38: Dhaulagiri Base Camp - Yak Kharka (3,680m.) O/N at Camping.
11 May - Day 39: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
12 May - Day 40: Drive from Marpha to Pokhara and transfer to Hotel.
13 May - Day 41: Pokhara Leisure or explore around. O/N at Hotel.
14 May - Day 42: Fly or, tourist Bus drive to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
15 May - Day 43: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
16 May - Day 44: Last minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey. Final Departure.
Optional - Outline Itinerary: B via Beni Bazar/Darbang
Hotel/Lodges/Camping
44 Days Trek/Climbing
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 2 Night Pokhara and 36 Nights Camping/Lodges
Recommended Season: Spring, Summer & Autumn
03 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
04 April - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
05 April - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
06 April - Day 04: Fly or, drive to Pokhara (915m.) and transfer to Hotel.
07 April - Day 05: Drive to Darbang Village (1,110m.) via Beni Bazar. O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
08 April - Day 06: Darbang – Baskot Village (1,602m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
09 April - Day 07: Baskot Village – Bagar (Baghara - 2080m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
10 April - Day 08: Bagar Village – Dovan (2,520m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
11 April - Day 09: Dovan – Sallaghari (Pine Forest - 3,445m.) O/N at Camping.
12 April - Day 10: Sallaghari – Italian Base Camp (3,660m.). O/N at Camping.
13 April - Day 11: Italian Base Camp – Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748m.). Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
14 April/09 May - Day 12/37: Climbing period for Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m.) Summit - Full Camping.
10 May - Day 38: Preparation and cleaning Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
11 May - Day 39: Dhaulagiri Base Camp - Yak Kharka (3,680m.) O/N at Camping.
12 May - Day 40: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village (2,667m.) and rest. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
13 May - Day 41: Local Reserve Jeep or, Bus drive to Pokhara and transfer to Hotel.
14 May - Day 42: Fly or, Tourist Bus to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
15 May - Day 43: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
16 May - Day 44: Last minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey. Final Departure.
Outline Expedition Itinerary: A via Marpha/Jomsom
Hotel/Lodges/Camping
44 Days Trek/Climbing
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 3 Nights Pokhara and 35 Nights Teahouse Lodge/Camping
Recommended Season: Spring, Summer & Autumn
03 September - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
04 September - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
05 September - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
06 September - Day 04: Fly or, drive to Pokhara (915m.) and transfer to Hotel.
07 September - Day 05: Drive to Marpha Village (2,667m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 September - Day 06: Marpha Village Rest day for Porter arrangement. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
09 September - Day 07: Marpha Village – Yak Kharka (3,680m.) O/N at Camping.
10 September - Day 08: Yak Kharka – Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,700m.) Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
11 Sept./08 Oct. - Day 09/36: Climbing Period for Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m.) Summit - Full Camping.
09 October - Day 37: Preparation and cleaning Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
10 October - Day 38: Dhaulagiri Base Camp - Yak Kharka (3,680m.) O/N at Camping.
11 October - Day 39: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
12 October - Day 40: Drive from Marpha to Pokhara and transfer to Hotel.
13 October - Day 41: Pokhara Leisure or explore around Pokhara.
14 October - Day 42: Fly or, tourist Bus drive to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
15 October - Day 43: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
16 October - Day 44: Last minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey. Final Departure.
Optional - Outline Itinerary: B via Beni Bazar/Darbang
Hotel/Lodges/Camping
44 Days Trek/Climbing
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 2 Night Pokhara and 36 Nights Camping/Lodges
Recommended Season: Spring, Summer & Autumn
03 September - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
04 September - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
05 September - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
06 September - Day 04: Fly or, drive to Pokhara (915m.) and transfer to Hotel.
07 September - Day 05: Drive to Darbang Village (1,110m.) via Beni Bazar. O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
08 September - Day 06: Darbang – Baskot Village (1,602m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
09 September - Day 07: Baskot Village – Bagar (Baghara - 2080m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
10 September - Day 08: Bagar Village – Dovan (2,520m.). Teahouse Lodge or, Camping.
11 September - Day 09: Dovan – Sallaghari (Pine Forest - 3,445m.) O/N at Camping.
12 September - Day 10: Sallaghari – Italian Base Camp (3,660m.). O/N at Camping.
13 September - Day 11: Italian Base Camp – Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748m.)-Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
14 Sept./09 Oct. - Day 12/37: Climbing period for Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m.) Summit - Full Camping.
10 October - Day 38: Preparation and cleaning Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
11 October - Day 39: Dhaulagiri Base Camp - Yak Kharka (3,680m.) O/N at Camping.
12 October - Day 40: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village (2,667m.) and rest. O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
13 October - Day 41: Fly or, drive to Pokhara and transfer to Hotel.
14 October - Day 42: Fly or, Tourist Bus to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
15 October - Day 43: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
16 October - Day 44: Last minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey. Final Departure.
Location: Asia, Nepal
Himalayan Range: Dhaulagiri Himal
Height: 8,167m. - (26,795 ft)
Latitude: 28º 41’ 54” N
Longitude: 83º 29’ 15” E
Trip Days: 44 Days
Normal Ascent Route: North East Ridge
First Ascent: May 13, 1960 by Kurt D., A. Schelbert, E. Forrer, Nawang, Nyima Dorje - Winter ascent 21 Jan. 1985 Jerzy K. and Andrzej Czok)
Easiest Route: Glacier/Snow/Ice climb
Grade: Mountaineering
Group Size: Minimum 4 Climbers/Group Joining Basis or Private group
Lodging Level: Hotel/Lodges/Camping
Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 3 Night Pokhara and 35 Nights Camping/Lodges, Itinerary B - 5 Nights Kathmandu, 2 Nights Pokhara and 36 Nights Teahouse Lodge/Camping
Food: B/L/D, Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Best Season: Spring/Autumn
Caravan Route: Kathmandu - Beni Bazar - Marpha Village - Yak Kharka - Dhaulagiri Base Camp - Marpha Village/Jomsom - Kathmandu
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