Separated from the Annapurna region by the Kali Gandaki the Dhaulagiri massif includes more than 30 peaks over 6000 meters, eight of these surpassing 8000 meters. The area around Tansen is home to the Magar people and capital of the independent
kingdoms to become part of Nepal.
From Dhorepatan the panorama of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges is exceptional and this remote area is home to communities of Tibetan refugees who search the
area for minerals and medicinal plants.
There is a long, difficult trek around Dhaulagiri (8167m) that starts from Beni on the Kali Gandaki. Follow the Myagdi Khola westwards to Darbang and turn north on a tiny trail that leads through forests into the high country. Much of the route is on snow and glaciers as it crosses French Col (5240m), traverses the head of Hidden Valley and crosses 5155m Dhampus Pass. The trek ends with a steep descent to Marpha and a return to Pokhara, either via the Kali Gandaki valley or over the Ghorepani ridge for a panoramic view of the entire Dhaulagiri massif.
TRIP FACTS :
Grade: Challenging Trip Duration: 25 days Max. Altitude: 4750 m Season: Apr – May / Sep - Nov Trekking: Camping Accommodation: 4 night in Kathmandu, 2 night in Pokhara & 18 nights in tented camps Transportation: Tourist bus or private vehicle & flight
Day 01 :
Arrival in kathmandu Day 02 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu Day 03 : Fly Kathmandu to Pokhara(915m.) Day 04 : Pokhara to Maldhunga (1300m.)
Day 05 : Maldhunga to Darbang Day 06 : Darbang to Takum Day 07 : Takum to Muri Day 08 : Muri to Bagar Day 09 : Bagar to Dovan Day 10 : Dovan to Upper Vungini (Italian
Base Camp) Day 11 : Upper Vungini (Italian Base
Camp) Day 12 : Upper Vugini (Italian Base Camp)
to Glacier Camp Day 13 : Glacier Camp to Dhaulagiri Base
Camp Day 14 : Dhaulagiri Base Camp to French
Col - Hidden Valley Day 15 : Hidden Valley camp 5000 m. Day 16 : Hidden Valley (5200 m) to Yak
Kharka Day 17 : Yak Kharka to Marpha Day 18 : Marpha to Ghasa Day 19 : Ghasa to Tatopani which takes
approximately 5 hours Day 20 : Ghorepani to Tadapani Day 21 : Tadapani to Ghandrung Day 22 : Ghandrung – Birethanti - Pokhara
Walk down Day 23 : Pokhara to Kathmandu Day 24 : Free Day Day 25 : International Departure
# Welcome in Airport by garland
# Airport Pick up & Drop Transportation by private
vehicle
# Twin sharing accommodation at Kathmandu and Pokhara in
2 stars to 5 star hotels with breakfast
# sightseeing in Kathmandu Escorted with English
Speaking Guide & Entrance fee
# Kathamandu /Pokhara/ Kathamandu by tourist bus or
flight
# Pokhara Maldhunga Birethanti Pokhara in Local bus or private vehicle
# Accommodation in tea house during trek
# Meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner) in trekking
# 4 seasonal sleeping bag
# trekking map for group
# All necessary paper work & Permits
# Experienced cook, sherpas and kitchen crew.
# Tents, mattress, cooking utensils and camping
equipments.
# All cost for a Langtang Ri staff (A First Aid and Eco
trained & Government licensed holder English Speaking
guide and required Porter while on trek)
# Accommodation, meals, salary, equipment, transportation & Insurance of
Langtang Ri trekking staffs
# Acap fee
# Tims
# Travel & Rescue arrangement.
# All government taxes.
# Farewell dinner
COST
EXCLUDES :
# International Airfare
# Nepal Visa fee (US$ 40 per person for 30 days)
# Airport Departure taxes/Excess baggage charges.
# Lunch/Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
# Medical evacuation in case of emergency.
# Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)
# Client's insurance, Items of personal nature i.e. Soft/hard drinks, Tips
etc.
# Expenses incurred due to mishaps, landslide, strikes,
political unrest etc. In such case extra will be charged
as per actual
Mode of Payment
- We accept Cash, Credit card and payment
through bank
Booking Conditions
- A non - refundable deposit of 10 percent must
be paid at time of booking and booking form must
be completed.
- Final payment is due 60 days prior to
departure.
- Travel insurance with unlimited medical cover
is compulsory for all trips to Nepal.
- A visa for Nepal is to be obtained prior to
departure from your home country or can obtain
in Kathmandu airport, please note your passport
must be valid for a minimum of 6 months after
your return and 2 passport size picture needed.
Cancellation Policy
- If cancellation in writing is received by Langtang Ri Trekking more than 45 days prior to departure, the non-refundable deposit will be retained (maximum 10% of total land price) plus any air cancellation fees that may apply
- If cancellation is received within 45 days of departure, the following per person cancellation fees will apply:
- 15 - 45 days prior to departure: 25% of total price
- 7 - 14 days prior to departure: 35% of total price
- Less than 7 days prior to departure: 50% of total price (except for the total cost of government fees)
- On departure day or later: 100% of total price.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Every effort will be made to keep to the above
itinerary, but as this is adventure travel in a
remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it!
Weather conditions and the health of trekkers
can all contribute to changes. The guides and
their Sherpa assistants will try to ensure that
the trip runs according to plan, but please be
prepared to be flexible if necessary.
Experience Required :This Trek is
suitable for keen walkers who are able to walk
for 6 – 7 hours in a day, with a light rucksack.
Some of the days are quite long, and the walking
feels more strenuous at altitude. Generally the
trail is a good track, but occasionally it will
be uneven and rocky.
Food & Accommodation : You are
accommodated in teahouses whilst on trek. A
teahouse is a local run guesthouse, but
standards vary enormously. In popular areas such
as Everest, teahouses are more like hotels, with
hot water, Western food and private rooms
Recommended equipment list :Trekkers need
to provide their own personal clothing and
equipment. Some items of equipment are available
for hire from us as like Sleeping bag and Down
Jacket
Footwear : Well broken-in walking shoes -
these must be suitable for snow, thick socks,
light socks, camp shoes.
Clothing : Down or fiber filled
waterproof jacket and trousers, sweater or
fleece jacket, underwear, warm and cotton
trousers or jeans, shirts and T-shirts, shorts,
long underwear, wool hat, sun hat, gloves,
bathing suit, track suit.
