Annapurna, Nepal
Location
Strenuous
Trip Grade
Autumn, Spring
Best Time
Min: 2, Max: 10+
Group Size

An extraordinary way to begin the climbing journeys to the summits of Himalayan peaks – Dhampus Peak Climbing.

Two days of extension to exciting Dhaulagiri Circuit Dhampus Peak Climbing Adventure is a wonderful & adventurous climbing holiday in the isolated Himalayas of Nepal. Lying northeast to enormous Dhaulagiri massif, Dhampus Peak 6012m is literally an easy & nontechnical climbing peak. However, the summit of Dhampus Peak is the best vantage point to witness the amazing Annapurna & dazzling Dhaulagiri massifs along with their altitude difference.  The summit also caters the commanding views of thirty Himalayan peaks of the region and hence it is an awesome experience to be at the summit of Dhampus Peak.

To climb this peak you don’t require previous climbing experience; proper acclimatization while getting towards it is however very essential. All the highlights of Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek that include French Col, Dhampus Pass, Hidden Valley & the nomadic culture of the region among others are worthwhile encountering. The well designed itinerary and the expert Sherpa Climbing guides & Sherpa cooks with top-notch climbing gears would make Dhampus Peak Climbing an extraordinary adventurous getaway.

Outline Itinenary:

Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu    (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Dinner)
Day 02 Cultural tour in Kathmandu and preparation day (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast)
Day 03 Drive to Pokhara    (Altitude: 823 m/2710 ft. Drive: 7/8 hrs. Meal: Breakfast)
Day 04 Drive to Beni/Tatopani (Altitude: 1689m/5570 ft. Drive: 2/2.30 hrs. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 05 Trek to Ghasa Altitude: 2010 m/ 6630 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 06 Trek to Kalopani (Altitude: 2530m/8350 ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 07 Trek to Marpha (Altitude: 2670 m/ 8810 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 08 Trek to Yak Kharka (Altitude: 3680m/12145 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 09 Acclimatization and Climbing Practice (Altitude: 3680m/12145 ft. Meal: BLD)
Day 10 Trek to Base camp Altitude: 5100m/16728ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 11 Climbing Practice (Altitude: 5100m/16728ft. Meal: BLD)
Day 12 Summit and Back to base camp    (Altitude: 6012m/19840 ft. Trek: 7/8 hrs. Meal BLD)
Day 13 Trek back to Yak kharka    (Altitude: 3680m/12145 ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 14 Trek to Jomsom (Altitude: 2670m/8757 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 15 Fly to Pokhara, leisure time    (Altitude: 823 m/2691 ft. Flight: 20 minutes Meal: B)
Day 16 Drive back to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B/D)
Day 17 Departure Transfer    (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B)

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Dinner)+

The first view of Nepal from the window of your plane could be a lifetime memorable view as the clear wide and white range of Himalayas shine straight in-front of your eyes. The ecstatic beauty is so rare that you won’t be able to blink your eyes. Welcome to Nepal; a large heaven within this small planet Earth. As you step out of the airport our representative and a driver will receive you with a pleasant smiling welcome on their faces. You will be escorted to your hotel in the city in a car. Our representative will take complete care in processing your check-in into the hotel. After refreshment, you will be briefed about the next day trip. In the evening, we, the Hiking Nepal, will offer you a welcome dinner introducing Nepalese cuisine and culture.

Day 2: Cultural tour in Kathmandu and preparation day (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast)+

Kathmandu is the historical and cultural heart of Nepal and has been a popular destination for tourists ever since Nepal opened its doors to visitors. The city presents a wonderful mix of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western influence. Early morning enjoy the breakfast and head towards the most popular Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva- Pashupatinath. Pashupatinath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is considered the holiest place in Nepal to cremate the departed ones. You can easily witness the culture of Hindu funeral in Aryaghat at Pashupatinath. Then few minutes’ walk will bring you to Boudhnath, which is one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world. In this UNESCO World Heritage Site you can observe Buddhist monks absorbed in prayer surrounding the stupa. The Tibetan flavor is well observed in the backstreets of Boudhannath. Then, you will have your lunch in a typical Buddhist restaurant in Boudhanath. After the lunch, you will drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square. This ancient courtyard is incredible with enormous craftsmanship expertise of the local inhabitants of primeval and medieval ages. The stone paved streets, pagoda style edifices and the religious monuments inclusive different deities are the cultural displays at the site. After, the thorough see through over these world heritage sites you will probably let go your exhaustion at your cozy hotel room.

After check-in at hotel, get refreshed and relaxed. Then, check your trekking gears and if anything missing, you can move for shopping nearby your hotel or even ask your tour officer to take you at authentic shop. Enjoy the evening at your own and stay overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Drive to Pokhara (Altitude: 823 m/2710 ft. Drive: 7/8 hrs. Meal: Breakfast)+

Early morning, after breakfast, catch Tourist bus or we can also organize a private vehicle for you. Viewing countryside villages, farm, shops and river, you will reach at Pokhara. A beautiful place with tremendous views of mountains and lakes. You can also go for Boating at Fewa Lake. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4: Drive to Beni/Tatopani (Altitude: 1689m/5570 ft. Drive: 2/2.30 hrs. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Today, you will drive along the narrow serpentine highway that runs above raging Mardi River and between lush vegetation. On arriving Beni, spend your valuable time for a while. Beni is a small town tucked in between at the confluence of Kali River & Myagdi River.

It will be the first day trekking, and you will walk along the mountain trail towards Tatopani. Tatopani is named after the Hot spring where you refreshed your body taking bath in a natural hot spring. Spend overnight at Mountain Lodge.

Day 5: Trek to Ghasa (Altitude: 2010 m/ 6630 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

You will follow the trail that ascends gently up the Kali Gandaki Gorge, the deepest gorge in the world, towards the village-Dana, which is surrounded by orange groves. On the way, you will encouters local people selling baskets of oranges. Just beyond the small hamlet of Rupse, a thundering waterfall cascades down beside the trail. Afterwards, the trail enters the steep and narrow section of the gorge. You will follow the stone path well-constructed. As the rock cliff ends, you head towards Ghasa, a pretty Thakali village. The village is beautified with flat-roofed Tibetan style houses in Ghasa.

Day 6: Trek to Kalopani (Altitude: 2530m/8350 ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

After taking breakfast, you will starts walking in the mountain trail passing small settlements and crossing bridge toward Kalopani. On reaching Kalopani, you can visit Thakali Cultural Museum. Thakali is culturally rich ethnic group living in the Kaligandaki Valley of Nepal.

Day 7: Trek to Marpha (Altitude: 2670 m/ 8810 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Today, you will trek towards Marpha.  Marpha is especially famous for Himalayas Apple. Here, you can get Apple Brandy and renowned as Marpha Brandy- don’t missed to taste. In the center of the village, you will see the rapidly expanding Solmi Gompa.  It has an old giant prayer-wheel brought from Tibet and is here for more than hundred years. Another attraction is Marpha Horticultural Research Station that was established in 1966 for introducing new crops for this region. Spend overnight at local lodge.

Day 8: Trek to Yak Kharka (Altitude: 3680m/12145 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Today, you will gain altitude. Walking along the mountain rocky trail, you will see some yak grazing. Sometimes, you might get heavy wind while trekking to these area. Hence, it is better to walk early after breakfast. Trekking for 5/6 hours, you will reach at Yak Kharka. Yak Kharka is the yak graze land and hence signs of yak herders and thin vegetation can be seen there. Overnight at Yak Kharka.

Day 9: Acclimatization and Climbing Practice (Altitude: 3680m/12145 ft. Meal: BLD)+

Now onwards, you will gain altitude. Hence, it is best time to acclimatize properly. Today, you can take your time to wake up. Get refreshed viewing surrounding and make you journey to hike to some high altitude nearest to your camp. Follow the guidance of Sherpa and practice climbing technique. Spend overnight at Yak Kharka.

Day 10: Trek to Base camp (Altitude: 5100m/16728ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

After Breakfast, get ready to trek towards High Camp of Dhampus Peak. Trekking in the alpine vegetation and magnificent view of the surrounding Peak, you will reach at the base camp. Looking at right site for camp, you will stop for overnight stay.

Day 11: Climbing Practice (Altitude: 5100m/16728ft. Meal: BLD)+

Climbing peak above 6000m will not be easy. Hence, it would be better to acclimatize properly at High Camp. Taking rest for a day, you can make yourself physically and mentally prepared to climb peak. Practice some climbing technique from guide and get ready for next day achievement. Spend overnight at Camp.

Day 12: Summit and Back to base camp (Altitude: 6012m/19840 ft. Trek: 7/8 hrs. Meal BLD)+

Now, here comes most awaited day. Wake up in the early morning around 2 a.m. and get ready with all gears. Following proper guidance of your climbing guide, you will headed toward the Dhampus Peak. Once you reach at summit, get rewarded with superb view of snowcapped mountains including Annapurna ranges, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tilicho and Tukuche. Spending quality time for a while at the summit, retrace back to the High camp. Take rest at camp where you will spend your overnight.

Day 13: Trek back to Yak kharka (Altitude: 3680m/12145 ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Get ready to retrace back to Yak Kharka. Today, you will climb up a moderate snow slope towards the Dhampus Pass at 5240m. Crossing this pass, you will descend towards Yak Kharka. Enjoying the surrounding, you will spend your overnight at Yak Kharka.

Day 14: Trek to Jomsom (Altitude: 2670m/8757 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Today is the final day of your trek. You will slides down to the village of Marpha. Continuing to trek up to northern river valley, you arrive to Windy City of Nepal- Jomsom. Release all the trek exhaustion and get ready to celebrate the success of your journey. Spend overnight at Jomsom Mountain Lodge.

Day 15: Fly to Pokhara, leisure time (Altitude: 823 m/2691 ft. Flight: 20 minutes Meal: B)+

From the windy city Jomsom and you will take a flight back to Pokhara. Leaving the tranquil isolation, as you land at Pokhara, you will be once again transferred to your hotel in the city. Rest of the time at your own.

Day 16: Drive back to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B/D)+

You can either fly or drive to Kathmandu based on your feasibility and comfort. During flight, you can reach Kathmandu within 30 minutes after departure from Pokhara. Whilst, driving will takes around 7 hours to reach Kathmandu, however, you can grasp the countryside life. The 1st half of the trip is along the highway above Seti and Marsyandi Rivers and the latter half winds along Trisuli River. Green hills along the spiral roads, stopping in between for snacks (fish) are the trip highlights. Upon arriving at Kathmandu, you will be transferred to the hotel in the city. Take your time for refreshment. Evening, we, Hiking Nepal team, invite you for a dinner. Give us chance to make your evening a wonderful time.

Day 17: Departure Transfer (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B)+

Our tour officer will pick you up from your hotel three hours prior to your departure time. You will be escorted in a private vehicle to the airport for your final departure. Have a safe flight home.

What is included

Airport transfer by Hiking Nepal office representative in a private vehicle

Welcome Dinner at Typical Nepalese Restaurant with cultural dance show

Farewell Dinner at finest restaurant in Thamel Kathmandu

3 nights’ accommodation at Tourist Standard Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast on twin sharing basis

Accommodation  at well and comfortable Mountain Lodge available en-route during trek (Few nights’ at during trek with attached bathroom/toilets)

2 nights’ accommodation at 3 star hotel in Pokhara with breakfast on twin sharing basis

Full board meal during trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, tea & coffee, seasonal fruits, chocolate/s & biscuits)

All meals during trek at local lodges

English speaking, First Aid and Eco-trained local trekking guide, Assistance guide as per the group size, porters (2:1)

All the expenses for guide and porters along with Insurance

Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu transfer in a Tourist Bus

Domestic Airfare for the sector Jomsom/Pokhara

Pokhara/Beni transfer in a private vehicle

Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) fee

Dhampus Peak Permit

Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu by English speaking local guide

Exclusive medical kit bag, Duffle Bag, Trekking T-shirt, Trekking Maps, Adventure Certificate

Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket during Trek

All government and local taxes as applicable

What is not included

Nepal Visa – (Cost- US$- 30 for 15 days & $- 50 for 30 days)

Lunch & evening meals while in Kathmandu and Pokhara (Except welcome/farewell dinner)

Travel insurance

Monuments entry fees for sightseeing in Kathmandu heritage sites

Cost of personal nature expenses, Beverages (Mineral water or coca cola), cost of extra meals, snacks, phones bills, Internet, WiFi, laundry etc.

Cost incurred during emergency, evacuations

Tips for Guide/porters/driver …

Anything not included in “What is Included”

Nepal Visa & Getting in to Nepal
All the foreign nationals (except Indian nationals) are required to display Visa while entering Nepal. Nepalese Visa can be obtained either at Nepalese Embassy of respective country or can be obtained during your arrival at the International Airport in Kathmandu or from the Nepal’s border entry point. However, certain nationals are requested to arrange Visa prior to arrival in Nepal. The listed countries are- Afghanistan, Iraq, Cameroon, Ghana, Somalia, Swaziland, Palestine, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ethiopia and Liberia and cannot secure Nepalese Visa on arrival.

Requirements: Traveler should have a valid passport for at least six months, recent digital photos (size: 1.5″ x 1.5″) and Visa fees (either US$ or equivalent) mentioned as below:

    Visa Facility                      Duration               Fee

Multiple entry                        15 days                     US$ 30 or equivalent Nepalese currency

Multiple entry                        30 days                    US$ 50 or equivalent Nepalese currency

Multiple entry                        90 days                    US$ 125 or equivalent Nepalese currency

You can also download VISA form and fill up. Please go through the link as below:

http://www.online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/tourist-visa

Group Size: 
For group, we normally run with minimum 2 person to maximum 10 in our published group departure program. However, there is no barrier for a private trip. We can run a trip for single person and even more than 10 in a group. Normally for a group, we provide 1 main guide, 1 assistance guide along with 1 porter for every 2 trekkers. Moreover, for every additional 2 trekkers, 1 more assistance and a porter will be provided making a team combination as follows:

Minimum to 2 PAX: 1 Guide and 1 porter
4-6 PAX: 1 guide, 1 assistance guide and 3 porter
7-10 PAX: 1 guide, 2 assistance guide and 4/5 Porter

Meals and accommodations
During your stay in Kathmandu, we accommodate you in 3 star category hotel in a comfortable and relaxing environment. Breakfast is included with room accommodation. Normally, based on your group size, you will be accommodated in twin or triple sharing basis. In case of single room stay in a group, you will require to pay single supplement charge mentioned in our trip cost. Also, if you wish to upgrade hotel accommodation, we can accommodate you in respective hotels with surcharge.

On your arrival in Kathmandu and a day before your departure for homeland, we Hiking Nepal Team will invite you for Welcome and Farewell dinner. You will be taken to an authentic restaurant serving Nepali Cuisine with some cultural Dance Show. For your other day’s meals, you can get hygienic restaurants providing verities of taste including continental, Chinese, Italian, Nepalese and many more.

Similarly, for your stay during trek, we shall accommodate you in local lodge available en-route. Normally, the rooms are basic and in a twin sharing basis. Some lodges offer shower system and hot water. For meals, you will be served sufficient hygienic food. Our service includes a full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Tea/Coffee) based on lodge menu. Normally, for breakfast; porridge, cereals, toast or chapattis, omelets and a range of hot drinks are served. Likewise for Lunch and Dinner; you can taste some Nepalese food (esp. rice, lentils and curry), Sherpa food, Indian food, Italian Spaghetti, noodles, potatoes, even Pizza in some areas. It is obvious that you will receive fresh and organic food in the Himalayas of Nepal. Your breakfast and dinner will be served in lodge where you stay and lunch on the way during trek.

Trip Safety;our Guide and Supporting Team
Once, you confirm your trip, it is our responsibility to make your trip wonderful without creating any difficulties. Hence, we have prepared our itinerary in such a way that it will properly acclimatize you. Also, we request you in advance to have regular exercises and make habits to walk in a daily basis. Similarly, during trek, you will be fully guided by our professional trekking guides and supporting team. They are properly trained in regards to safety and first aid. Even, we have every set up in case of emergency such as high altitude medicine and Gammow Bag (High altitude Chamber bag). Please note High altitude Chamber Bag is used to provide heat in your body and it is available on certain cost. Moreover, to let you familiar with altitude, you are suggested to walk slow and steady and ensure for proper acclimatization.

For trekking, we provide local experienced guide speaking fluent English and familiar with the local routes, landscape, flora, fauna as well as culture, and tradition of certain areas and let you feel comfortable. We do not encourage for child labor, hence, our porter will be above 16 years that are living in the Himalayas of Nepal; as well as carries only 20-22 kg weight per porter. Normally, the guide and support teams are selected with proper analyzing of their experience, leadership skills and personal aptitude. Our guides are well familiar with different societies of all caste and customs along the trail and share the insight culture with you that are not even noted in guide book.

To make our staffs more fluent and experienced, we consistently provide trainings. They have been participating in special training programs like Trekking guide training, Rock climbing, Ice climbing, Intensive Wilderness first Aid and many more that has been certified and approved by Nepal Government.

Best Season for Tour
For Tour in Nepal, you can travel whole year and every season display different scenarios.  However, it is wise to know about climatic season. Normally, 2 season are considered best: Spring and autumn and season is categories in 4 different climatic seasons:
Spring (March, April, May): 
During this time, temperature is mildly warm in low lands while moderate in higher altitudes with plenty of opportunities to have astonishing views of the mountains and landscape. At this time, the blossom flowers especially national flower of Nepal – rhododendron decorate the ascending altitudes with its generous color and beauty. Even the High altitude lodges get opened and get occupied with the mountain lovers.
Summer (June, July, and August): 
This is also the monsoon season in Nepal. At this time, the weather is hot and wet at times. It rains almost every day with occasional thunderstorms in the evening. The rain spreads the pleasantness around with lush green vegetation. If you are planning to trek in this season, we suggest to choose rain shaded areas of Nepal. Even, if you do not mind rain, and wants to trek in this season, you should compulsorily bring umbrella, pancho, proper waterproof hiking boots, wind proof jackets, baggage wrap, and raincoat as well as required insect repellent. Likewise, the reward of this month is the view of lush green valley captured by small flowers. It is a wonderful time to observe monsoon cycle of agriculture and the traditional life of Nepalese people.
Autumn (September, October and November): 
This time is considered to be the best tourist season in Nepal with the end of summer and the winter to set in. The weather is highly pleasant so are the mountain views. The trekking routes get beautified with the presence of trekkers and expedition groups. Meantime, most of the festivals of Nepalese societies are enthusiastically celebrated at this time.
Winter (December, January and February):  
During this time, the weather is cool and the sky is clear with occasional snowfalls at higher elevations. At this time, trekking in lower elevation is fine however, at the high altitude, most of the lodges get closed and it will be a bit difficult to cross high altitude passes. This season is good for trekking in lower elevations. The morning and night get extreme cold sometime reaching temperature at (-) minus but the days are warm and pleasant.

Travel Insurance:
While travelling to Nepal, you are requested to have a travel insurance that should cover any comprehensive expenses possible to acquire due to medical issues or accidents. Especially, your travel insurance must protect air ambulance, treatment charges, rescue and evacuation, product cancellation and refundable charges, flight delay and cancellations. We suggest you to bring you travel insurance certificate or send us scan copy and required to issue from your home land and we do not arrange or sell insurance.

Travelling in the Himalayas is full of adventurous; hence it is wise to choose a proper insurance policy. While choosing your insurance policy, make sure that it will protect all such unforeseen expenses. Your insurer should be well familiar with our itinerary that you have booked and must have agreed to cover all activities being undertaken during trip. Meantime, it is not compulsory that our all the assigned trip are facilities with Heli-rescue. You will not require heli rescue insurance for Tibet Tour as it is not possible to provide such facility.

Vaccination
It is better to follow the precaution given by World Health Organization and other international health related institutions that recommend having vaccines before travelling Nepal to prevent from certain fatal illness. If possible, we suggest you to bring your medical certificate however, it is not required to show but for safety. The recommended vaccines are polio, Diphtheria, Tetanus, typhoid, yellow fever, hepatitis A/B, Influenza (Flu), Japanese encephalitis, and Tuberculosis. Meantime, it is better to consult your professional doctor about your travel and he might recommend you properly. You can also take suggestion of local travelers who have travelled Nepal before and know more about the required precautions. Please note that the protection that can be gained from vaccines varies from 50% to almost 100%. So remember that even if you have taken a vaccine you might still get the disease, although you will have greatly reduced your chances of getting ill.

Hiking Nepal Responsible Travel
Hiking Nepal is opened with a commitment to provide ecofriendly service to the guest and benefit to the host. It is our responsibility to minimize the negative impact in the society with an appropriate improvements and participation of locals. To upgrade the standard of living of the locals, Hiking Nepal inspired the local to involve in providing services. All our guides porters and staff are from different community who are given equal priority and no space is left to satisfy them. To upgrade the service quality, they are sent for various training and seminars.  Even all our guides and porters are insured in regards to their safety, health.

High Altitude Sickness 
At the higher altitude, you will feel a decrease in availability of oxygen. If a person walk in the high altitude particularly climbs up too quickly, he might suffer from High altitude sickness. Hence, proper rest is required at that altitude. You can cure at right time knowing certain symptoms of Altitude Sickness. Common symptoms are headache, loss of appetite, tiredness and nausea, vomiting, dizziness and difficulty in sleeping. The best remedies that local belief and take is taking garlic, or ginger in mouth. Eat dry food and take liquid as much as possible. We recommend Diamox if there is no any options.

Also, we provide experienced guide and staffs in dealing with the effects of higher altitudes. As they are natives of Nepal, they easily acclimatize and therefore can care for their clients. They are equipped with necessary medical supplies and will assist with basic first aid treatment. We design our tours to ensure clients are ready for high altitude, and arrange alternative itineraries for those at risk.

Climbing Gears
Only equipped climbers could have safe and successful climbing in Himalayas so while preparing for the climbing trips, one must consider the best climbing gear/equipment. Here below, we do have some guidelines for what you need, esp. for the climbing section, find it below.

Personal Climbing Gears:
Ice axe
Crampons
Harness
Tape Slings (2)
Screwgate Karabiners (2 lock, 2 unlock)
Descender/Abseil Device
Plastic Mountaineering Boots
Ascender
Helmet (optional)

Group Climbing Gears:
Snow bar*
Rope*
Ice Hammer*

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