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Expedition in India
- Mission: Tour in India
- Location: Gate of India
- Date: 2th Oct. 2007
- Organiser: everestjourney.com
Photo Courtesy: everestjourney.com
Dhaulagiri 8,167 meters 7th highest mountain in the world means "white mountain" though many mountains over the world have names, which translate to White Mountain; this is without doubt the most astonishing one. Everyone is familiar with the name Dhaulagiri which is in the western part of Nepal, probably the best spot for remote and adventurous trekking in Nepal. The simple reason behind it is that it consist more than fifteen 7,000 meter magnificent peaks with land of dramatic contrast.
This trekking routes starts after 8 hours scenic drive from Kathmandi to Beni, from Beni you head in a north-westerly direction through the villages of Babichour, Dorbang and Darapani to Muri from where you head north still keeping to the banks of the Myagdi Khola. Muri is the last major settlement on this trail and is inhabited by people of the Magar tribe, of Mongoloid stock and descended from the early settlers of the Nepalese middle hills.
From Muri, you head north along the Myagdi Khola through the villages of Baghara, Dobang and Chartare to Pakoban. Beyond Pakoban there are no permanent settlements. Still heading north you skirt the Chhanbardan Glacier, keeping on its left side, to reach the Dhaulagiri Base Camp from where magnificent mountain vistas are available. Head north-east from the Base Camp and climb the steep incline to the French Pass (5,360 meters), between Tukche Peak (6,920 meters) and Sita Chuchura (6,611meters).
Heading east you descend a little and pass through a portion of the Hidden Valley and climb to Thapa Pass (5,250 meters), between Tukche Peak and Thapa Peak (6,012 meters) from where you begin your descent, heading south-east to Alubari. From Alubari, the trail further descends to the village of Marpha on the banks of the Kali Gandaki River, and then heads north to Jomsom from where you fly back to Pokhara. For those who have got enough time there is an option continuing trek down to Kalopani, Tatopani, Ghorepani then to Pokhara.
| Day 1 | Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel and welcome dinner in the evening with typical Nepalese food. |
| Day 2 | Prepare the official documents such as climbing permit and check Equipments. |
| Day 3 | Transfer to airport for the flight to Lukla (2800m) & prepare for the trek to base camp O/N Camp |
| Day 4 | Lukla to Chutanga (3173m) ascents up the luxuriant mountainside & O/N camp |
| Day 5 | Rest day at Chutanga for acclimatization & O/N camp |
| Day 6 | Chutanga to Thuli Kharka (4401m). Climb through the Zatrwa where you will get prominent vision of the Himalayas in extensive Number & continue to Zatrwa La and descend to Tuli Kharka |
| Day 7 | Thuli Kharka to Tashing Dingma (3502m). As we descend through uninhabited terrain we enjoy forests of rhododendron, pine and birch |
| Day 8 | Tashing Dingma to Tangnag (4355m). We traverse the Hinku Dranka then climb through Kharka to Tangnag, surrounded by Mera Peak, Kusum Kangru and other peaks |
| Day 9 | Rest day at Tangnag for acclimatization & exploration. O/N Camp |
| Day 10 | Tangnag to KhareMera Base Camp (4730m). You have to follow the glacial lateral moraine up to a camp in an open plain beside the Dig Glacier |
| Day 11 | Today is a rest day where you will acclimate, explore and prepare your equipment for glacier, snow and ice practice the following day |
| Day 12 | Khare (Mera Base Camp) to Mera-La (5415m). We hike up lateral moraine to near the toe of the Mera glacier, and ascend easy snow slopes to base camp at the Mera La |
| Day 13 | High camp (5800m). Climb up to the high camp on a rocky ridge. From high above the Hinku and Hongu valleys you will get fantastic views of Chamlang and Makalu to the East |
| Day 14 | Summit day. We get up early and continue up the Mera Glacier and connect with the summit ridge. After traversing the Central Summit you will arrive on the higher Western summit by a classic ridge climb & descend back to Tangnag |
| Day 15 | Tangnag to Orshela (4303m) |
| Day 16 | Orshela to Chutanga (3173m) |
| Day 17 | Chutanga to Lukla. Your last trekking day is short and takes you back to the town of Lukla |
| Day 18 | Fly to Katmandu, transfer to the hotel and stay O/N |
| Day 19 | Sightseeing around the highlighted areas such as pashupatinath, swayambhunath stupa, Bouddhanath Stupa, patan durbar Square .Ffarewell dinner at the typical Nepalese restaurant with the culture programme |
| Day 20 | Depart from the hotel and transfer to the international airport as your flight schedule |
- Clothing
- Down- or fibre-filled jacket for cold seasons (winter treks)
- Pile jacket or jumper (sweater)
- Hiking shorts (for men) or skirt
- Waterproof jacket, poncho or umbrella
- Hiking pants
- T-shirts or blouses
- Underwear
- Sun hat
- Swimwear (optional)
- Footwear
- Trekking or running shoes
- Camp shoes or thongs
- Socks (polypropylene)
- Other equipment
- Backpack or daypack
- Sleeping bag (optional)
- Maps, compass & guidebook (optional)
- Water bottle
- Torch (flashlight) and batteries
- Miscellaneous items
- Toiletries
- Towel
- Laundry soap
- Toilet paper & cigarette lighter
- Pre-moistened towelettes
- Sunscreen (SPF 15+)
- Small knife
- Sewing kit
- Iodine, water purification tablets or filter
- Medical & first-aid kit *
- Duffel bag (if you have a porter)
- For treks with longer stay above 4000m
- Clothing
- Insulated pants
- Nylon windbreaker
- Nylon wind pants
- Long underwear
- Woolen hat (or balaclava)
- Gloves
- Gaiters
- Footwear
- Mountain trekking boots
- Socks (wool) to wear with boots
- Socks (light cotton) to wear under wool socks
- Down booties (optional)
- Miscellaneous items
- Goggles or sunglasses
- Sunscreen for lips
- Optional equipment
- Photographic Gear
- Camera & lenses
- Lens cleaning equipment
- Film (about 20 rolls)
- Navigation Aids
- GPS unit
- Altimeter
- Thermometer
- Miscellaneous Items
- Binoculars
- Books/magazines
- Small duffel bag or suitcase (to leave behind in Kathmandu)
- Padlock
- Stuff sacks & plastic bags
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