Overview
Join Adventure Paradise Nepal on this magnificent Dhaulagiri Expedition in the spectacular Expedition region. Experienced local guides, comfortable accommodations, and safety-focused logistics will make this a trip of a lifetime as you explore Nepal's incredible landscapes, rich heritage, and panoramic mountain vistas.
Trip Highlights
- Attempt the historic summit of Dhaulagiri
- Comprehensive Base Camp services with personal kitchen tents and high-altitude chefs
- Highly experienced UIAGM/certified climbing Sherpa guides (1:1 ratio)
- Oxygen bottles, regulators, and high-altitude group gear included
- Pinnacle climb of a lifetime with unmatched high-altitude logistics support
Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
Airport greeting, transfer to Thamel hotel, and evening welcome dinner.
Kathmandu official briefings and gear checks
Prepare ministry briefings, secure climbing permits, and perform absolute equipment reviews.
Travel to the trailhead / Fly to Lukla/Tumlingtar
Fly or drive to the beginning of the trekking route leading to Base Camp.
Acclimatization trek to Base Camp
Steady hike with rest days to establish base camp and build high altitude tolerance. Retrace historic trails through Sherpa/local villages.
Acclimatization trek to Base Camp
Steady hike with rest days to establish base camp and build high altitude tolerance. Retrace historic trails through Sherpa/local villages.
Acclimatization trek to Base Camp
Steady hike with rest days to establish base camp and build high altitude tolerance. Retrace historic trails through Sherpa/local villages.
Acclimatization trek to Base Camp
Steady hike with rest days to establish base camp and build high altitude tolerance. Retrace historic trails through Sherpa/local villages.
Acclimatization trek to Base Camp
Steady hike with rest days to establish base camp and build high altitude tolerance. Retrace historic trails through Sherpa/local villages.
Acclimatization trek to Base Camp
Steady hike with rest days to establish base camp and build high altitude tolerance. Retrace historic trails through Sherpa/local villages.
Base Camp setup and Puja ceremony
Setup base camp tents, communications, and participate in the traditional Sherpa Puja ceremony for a safe climb.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Rotation climbs & High Camp establishing
Climb between Camp 1, Camp 2, and Camp 3 to cache gear, pitch high-altitude tents, and acclimatize to extreme elevation.
Summit attempt (Weather window)
Push from High Camp to the summit of the mountain under the guidance of your personal Sherpa. Descend safely to Base Camp.
Return trek / Helicopter return to Kathmandu
Return from Base Camp to the trailhead and return to Kathmandu.
Debriefing and celebration dinner
Submit climb report to the Ministry of Tourism and celebrate with the team in Kathmandu.
Transfer to Airport for departure
Bid farewell to Nepal. Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your flight.
Cost Details
What's Included
- All expedition climbing permits (Everest/8000m permit fees)
- Liaison officer fees, insurance, and equipment
- Base Camp single tent for each climber with mattress
- Base Camp dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet, shower, communications tent
- Personal climbing Sherpa (1:1 ratio) with summit bonus included
- Oxygen cylinders (4-6 bottles per climber) and top-quality masks/regulators
- All high camps food, tents, cooking gas, and high altitude porterage
- Kathmandu medical officer support, hyperbaric chamber at base camp
What's Excluded
- International airfare to/from Nepal and airport departure taxes
- Nepal entry visa fee (obtainable on arrival at Kathmandu airport)
- Travel insurance that covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation (mandatory)
- Personal expenses (alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, laundry, telephone, Wi-Fi)
- Electricity/Battery charging and hot shower fees in tea houses
- Personal trekking or climbing equipment (sleeping bag, boots, jacket)
- Tips and gratuities for trekking guide, climbing guide, porters, and driver
- Climbing Sherpa summit bonus (customary but optional)
Gear & Packing List
Extreme Summit Apparel
6 items- One-piece down summit suit (-40°C rated UIAGM standard)
- Heavy expedition-weight merino base layers (4 sets)
- Windproof and waterproof Gore-Tex Pro shell suit
- High-altitude down jacket & extreme fleece layers
- Glacier goggles (100% UV, Cat 4 side shields) & spare lens
- Expedition down mittens & heated technical gloves
8000m Technical Boots
5 items- UIAGM-standard triple-layered 8000m double boots
- Technical high-altitude steel crampons (fully automatic)
- Thermal expedition socks (Merino wool, 6 pairs)
- Heated insoles with spare battery packs (optional)
- Comfortable camp down booties & Base Camp sneakers
Technical Climbing Gear
6 items- Climbing harness, ice axe, safety helmet, jumars, & prusik cords
- Locking and non-locking carabiners, descenders, & slings
- Extreme expedition sleeping bag (-40°C rated)
- 120L+ heavy-duty duffel bag & 50L alpine summit pack
- High-lumen climbing headlamps (2 units) with cold-resistant batteries
- Insulated thermos (1.5L) & personal alpine first-aid kit
Technical climbing gear can be rented or purchased in Thamel (Kathmandu) or at last-stop gear hubs like Namche and Chhukung. Make sure double boots are well-fitted before departure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What prior climbing credentials are required for an 8,000m expedition?
To join an 8000m expedition (like Everest or Manaslu), climbers must have significant high-altitude experience, typically having summited at least one technical 6,000m or 7,000m Himalayan peak. Proof of climb is required for Ministry permits.
What is the climbing guide-to-climber ratio?
We offer a strict 1:1 ratio with highly experienced, UIAGM/IFMGA-certified Sherpa guides who have successfully summited Everest and other 8,000m peaks multiple times, ensuring personal safety and maximum support.
How is supplementary climbing oxygen managed?
We provide top-tier Poisk/Summit oxygen cylinders (4 to 6 bottles per climber), premium masks, and regulators. Flow rate settings and bottle changes at high camps are managed by your personal Sherpa.
What are the Base Camp and High Camp accommodations like?
Our Base Camp features carpeted, insulated dining tents with heating, private sleeping tents with thick mattresses, kitchen tents with high-altitude chefs, emergency communications, and hot showers. High camps are stocked with premium 4-season tents and high-calorie nutrition.
Are ministry permits, liaison officer fees, and Sherpa summit bonuses included?
All climbing permits, liaison officer logistics, group insurance, and base camp services are fully covered in the price. Climber Sherpa summit bonuses are customary in the Himalayas, and we detail these clearly in our pre-trip agreement.