Fixed Departure :Dhaulagiri Expedition Nepal ~ 2023/2024 Overview

The Dhaulagiri expedition is a daring climbing expedition to ascend the 7^th highest mountain of the world known as Dhaulagiri Mountain of 8167 meters

The Dhaulagiri Mountain is one of the classical and traditional mountains of Nepal renowned for its attractive presence as a shining White Mountain growing over the horizon. The Dhaulagiri Mountain occupies the territory of 120 km through the western face of Kali Gandaki River towards the Bheri River. The Dhaulagiri Mountain is bordered by three rivers and they are Myagdi River, Bheri River, and Kali Gandaki River. The Dhaulagiri was first successfully climbed in the year 1960 until then Dhaulagiri region was remote mountains residing far from urbanization.

The Dhaulagiri expedition begins from Dhaulagiri base camp where the climbers take the northern face to ascent the Dhaulagiri Mountain. The climbers then set up the base camp at 4650 meters altitude and get acclimatized for further climbing. The next phase of further climbing follows the NE-Spur which ends at the last High-camp residing close to the summit of the mountain. After the last high camp, the climbers pass through an arena of ice leading towards the summit. The climbers then cross over French ridge and ascend the summit of Mount Dhaulagiri. The summit of Dhaulagiri Mountain has wonderful views encompassing the region and the surrounding mountain. The climbers then return to the base camp at the end of the climbing expedition.

Personal Climbing Gear for Dhaulagiri Expedition 2024

Climbing harness
5 meter / 15 feet of 6mm climber’s accessory cord.
Figure 8/Abseil belay device
1 large mitten sized ascender and arm length leash
2 lock Carbines, 1 large and 1 small
4 regular Carbines
Ice axe w/leash
Crampons – must fit boots perfectly. Steel crampons with anti-balling (anti-bot) plates are the best;
Optional; Adjustable trekking poles
Upper Body-

2 cotton t-shirts

1 polypropylene t-shirt

2 long sleeve polypropylene shirts, lightweight

1 polar fleece pullovers, medium weight

1 polar fleece jacket

Gore-Tex jacket with hood, waterproof and breathableLightweight down jacket for those chilly days in base campFor high altitude use, 1 very warm goose-down (duvet) jacket with hood, you may prefer a down/duvet suit

Umbrella (optional) Â
Hands-

1 pr. lightweight poly-liner gloves; This will be worn when tying knots, but not inside your mitts
1 pair mittens, consists of 1 Gore-tex over mitt matched with the very warm polar fleece mitt liner
Â Head-

Helmet

Torch which can work in High altitude with spare Batteries

Warm hat wool or synthetic that covers your ears

Balaclava

Ball cap or brimmed sun cap

Glacier sunglasses with side shields

1 pair goggles with light and dark lens

Bandana or head scarf, also useful for dusty conditions.
Lower Body-

Cotton underwear briefs

1 pair walking shorts

1 pair walking trousers for trekking and around camp

2 pair lightweight thermal bottoms

1 pair medium or expedition weight thermal bottoms

1 pair polar fleece trousers

1 pair Gore-Tex trousers [Waterproof/breathable]

1 pr. Goose-down (duvet) trousers .

Your clothing should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks, bin-liners, or large plastic bags. back to top

Â Feet-

1 pair One-Sport boots above 8000 m peaks

1pair High Boots for C1-C2-C3

1 pair Trekking boots with good ankle support (we mean leather trekking, not climbing boots) for the walk to advanced base camp

1 pair trainers, running shoes and/or sandals for Kathmandu

1 pair down booties (optional)

1 pair of Marino socks for Summit

4- pair of Trekking socks. Polypropylene or wool

2 pair lightweight trekking socks, poly or wool

Air barrier liner socks or plastic bread-bags

Cotton socks for in-town. Â
Sleeping-

For high altitude, 1 down Sleeping bag ( â€“ 40 degree centigrade). In the high camp, you can sleep in your down clothing inside your sleeping bag

1 additional sleeping bag for base camp (-20 to -30 degrees C)

Good Quality Mat for Camps

Your sleeping bags should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks, bin-liners, or large plastic bags. back to top Â

Rucksack and Travel Bags-

1 medium rucksack (50-70 liters &can be used for airplane carry);

Waterproof rucksack cover

2 large Water Proof duffel kit bags for clothing and equipment.

Small padlocks for duffel kit bags. Â
Personal Hygiene-

2 tubes lip sun cream, 1 large tube skin sun cream(SPF 35)

anti-mosquito cream

1 toothpaste/brush

1 bar soap or hand sanitizer gel

1 small towel & wipes

Fixed Departure :Dhaulagiri Expedition Nepal ~ 2023/2024