Dhampus Peak Climbing

Duration
22 Days
Difficulty Level
High
Arrival
Kathmandu
Min Pax
01 Pax

Duration:
22 Days
Starting Point:
Beni
End Point:
Jomsom
Difficulty Level:
High
Max-Altitude:
6,012m
Min Pax:
01 Pax

Trip Introduction

Dhampus peak is situated in the Dhaulagiri mountain region west then Annapurna Himalayan range . Dhampus peak is one of the above 6000m peaks of Nepal but it is considered easy to climb in contrast to other above 6000m peaks of Nepal. It is also known as Thapa Peak (6012 m). If you look easy romantic peak climbing for the sake of pleasure you can go Dhampus peak climbing. Dhampus peak climbing route goes through the very attractive natural environment. From different rout like Dhaulagiri circuit and dhampus peak , Annapurna circuit and dhampus peak or direct fly to jomsom or over land to marpha and climb to Dhampus peak . all trek are Neatly terraced rice fields, colorful Rhododendron forest , artistic waterfalls, pristine Rivers and striking glimpse of the numerous beautiful snow capped peaks always wins your heart. Moreover, route of dhampus peak goes through the villages of Different ethnic people so, during this journey you will get chance to known the unique culture and festivals of different ethnic people such as Magar,Gurung, Magar, and bhotye .

Trek to Dhampus peak offer adventurous and romantic Dhampus peak climbing in Nepal. Shepahimalaya.com designed Dhampus peak climbing itinerary by including general route and minimum required days. If you want long trek in Annapurna region or Dhaulagiri region before or after climbing this peak we will redesign its itinerary as per you request. Dhampus Peak climbing provides short peak climbing training if needed, experienced climbing guides, good accommodation and foods, well trained cooks and luxury camp during campaigning stay

Outline Itinerary

- Day 01
- Arrival at Kathmandu (1310m/4264ft.)
- Day 02
- Trekking Preparation Day
- Day 03
- Drive from Kathmandu to Beni 830m/ 2523ft via Pokhara
- Day 04
- Drive to Darbang 2-3 hours and trek to Dharapani 1360m / 4461 ft
- Day 05
- Trek from Dharapani to Muri (1850m.), 5/6 hours walk
- Day 06
- Trek from Muri to Boghara (2080m / 6824 ft ), 5/6 hours walk
- Day 07
- Trek from Boghara to Dobang (2520m / 8267 ft), 5/6 hours walk
- Day 08
- Dobang to Choriban Khola (3445m/11302 ft), 4-5 hours wal
- Day 09
- Trek to Italian Base Camp (3660m.), 6/7 hours walk
- Day 10
- Acclimatization day
- Day 11
- Trek from Italian Base Camp to Japanese Camp 3890m
- Day 12
- Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp 4278m from Japanese Camp. 4-5 hours Trek
- Day 13
- Acclimatization day
- Day 14
- Trek to Hidden Valley through French Pass (5360m.), 6/7 hours walk
- Day 15
- Trek to Thapa peak crossing Dhampus Pass 4/5 hours walk
- Day 16
- Rest Day at thapa pass Base camp
- Day 17
- summit to thapa peak and return Base camp trek to Yak kharka
- Day 18
- Trek to Jomsom (2710m.), 5/6 hours walk
- Day 18
- Jomsom to pokhara
- Day 20
- drive to Kathmandu
- Day 21
- Free Day in kathmandu
- Day 22
- Final Depature

- Day 01
- Arrival at Kathmandu (1310m/4264ft.)
  
  On this day you will be landed at the Capital City of Nepal-Kathmandu (1300m/4265 ft). It is the only International Airport in Nepal. You will be received by Sherpa Himalaya Representative.
  
  Then with a brief introduction, you will be welcomed by flower Garland. You will be taken to your hotel where you can rest and freshen up to keep away Jet Lag. You will get a nearby location map from the hotel reception and you can explore around.
  
  Overnight at KTM Hotel
- Day 02
- Trekking Preparation Day
  
  Today you will also be introduced to your respective Guide for Dhampus Peak Climb. If you have anything to buy for your trek then you can purchase it from the stores around. In the evening you will have to pack only the necessary and important items that you need during the Trek and the rest you can either store at Hotel or with Sherpa Himalaya.
  
  We recommend you use the company Duffel bag as there will be less chance of misplacing in an airport and easier to find in case of missing.
  
  Overnight at KTM Hotel
- Day 03
- Drive from Kathmandu to Beni 830m/ 2523ft via Pokhara
  
  As we finish our breakfast we will head towards Beni via Pokhara. You will be picked by your guide from the hotel. Today will be a long day’s drive. Your total drive hour will be 9-10 hours until you arrive at Beni at 830 m. Beni is a small village where it is the junction of two rivers. It is also the district headquarter of Myagdi.
  
  Overnight at Beni
- Day 04
- Drive to Darbang 2-3 hours and trek to Dharapani 1360m / 4461 ft
  
  Your drive to Darbang starts at around 8 am after you finish your breakfast. Your drive will be 2-3 hours off-road. You will rest at Dharapani and have your lunch.
  
  You then slowly head towards Dharapani which will be a 3-4 hours trek. You will come across small villages of Manag community people and also cross a suspension bridge over Dajung Khola.
  
  Overnight at Dharapani
- Day 05
- Trek from Dharapani to Muri (1850m.), 5/6 hours walk
  
  As usual with morning breakfast we start our trail towards Muri. Today your trek will be normal uphill through pine and juniper forest. You will cross small villages like Sibang, Phaliyagaon, and Dar to reach Muri. Today you will witness a view of Mt. Gurja and Mt. Dhaulagiri from the trail. Your trek will be 5-6 hours long.
  
  Overnight at Muri
- Day 06
- Trek from Muri to Boghara (2080m / 6824 ft ), 5/6 hours walk
  
  Today your destination will be Boghara. Your trail will be passing through riverside formed from small streams such as the Mudi River, Chaari Khola, and more. The main River is well known as Myagdi Khola(River). You will also witness waterfalls and small villages. To the opposite side of Boghara there lies a small village called Jeltung, which was considered one of the most remote villages of Nepal.
  
  Overnight at Boghara
- Day 07
- Trek from Boghara to Dobang (2520m / 8267 ft), 5/6 hours walk
  
  With morning breakfast, you start your trek towards Dobang. Your trails get more challenging than previous days followed by more uphill. Today you will pass through a rocky trail and you will also encounter a natural hot spring.
  
  Today your trek will be 5-6 hours long following the Myagndi River.
  
  Overnight at Dobang
- Day 08
- Dobang to Choriban Khola (3445m/11302 ft), 4-5 hours wal
  
  Dobhan also a place where two glacial river meets. You leave Dobhan at around 8 am in the morning. Today your trek will be 4-5 hours long with normal uphill. Today you will pass through a small wooden bridge. Until you reach you will already cross almost 4 small bridges.
  
  Choriban / Chaur Bag Khola is a camp place near the river. Due to the higher elevation here you will witness thin forest with less strong stems.
  
  Overnight at Chaur Bag Khola
- Day 09
- Trek to Italian Base Camp (3660m.), 6/7 hours walk
  
  As you finish your breakfast you head towards Italian Base Camp. Your trek to reach Italian Base Camp will be 6-7 hours long. You will witness different base camps named after different countries as these were the places where different groups of different countries had made camp in early trail days. You will find Puchhar, American, Italian, Swiss, French, and Japanese Base Camp in ascending order from 3660m to 3890m range respectively.
  
  Overnight at Italian Base Camp
- Day 10
- Acclimatization day
  
  Acclimatization is an Extra Day where you will be introduced to a new elevation but the overnight will be at the same spot. It is done so to keep your body familiar with the new environment and to escape from Altitude sickness.
  
  Acclimatization Day will play a vital role to prevent you from Altitude sickness. This day you can trek a little further to get a view of the Dhaulagiri range and trek back overnight.
  
  Overnight at Italian Base Camp
- Day 11
- Trek from Italian Base Camp to Japanese Camp 3890m
  
  On the 11th day of Dampus Peak climb trek, as you finish your breakfast we will start the trek towards Japanese Camp. After around 2 hour trek you will reach French Camp. With some little power-up snacks, we will climb 1 and half hours more which takes us to our overnight destination which is Japanese Camp. Today your total trek hour today will be 3.5 to 4 hours.
  
  Overnight at Japanese Camp
- Day 12
- Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp 4278m from Japanese Camp. 4-5 hours Trek
  
  Today you head towards Dhaulagiri Base Camp elevated at 4278m. This day you will pass along through glaciers and also the viewpoint that gives you a beautiful view of Tukuche Peak 6848m. After a few hours of climb, you will be at the base of Mt. Dhaulagiri 4748m.
  
  An amazing view of Mt. Dhaulagiri I, II, IV can be seen right in front. Today your total climb will be 4-5 hours trek.
  
  Overnight at Dhaulagiri Base Camp
- Day 13
- Acclimatization day
  
  After two days of hard climb of around 1100m starting from Italian Camp to Dhaulagiri Base Camp you will have an extra free day as well as acclimatization day here.
  
  This free day will help you to acclimatize your body to the higher elevation that you are exposed to.
  
  Overnight at Dhaulagiri Base Camp
- Day 14
- Trek to Hidden Valley through French Pass (5360m.), 6/7 hours walk
  
  After an extra day off with all new fresh energy, we start climbing towards French Pass and climb down to Hidden Valley. Today will be a hard climb until the french pass summit. French Pass summit has an elevation of 5360m. From the pass, you will have a beautiful view of Tukuche West, Dhaulagiri I, Mukut Himal, Tashi Kang, and Sita Chuchura. It takes normally 5 hours to complete the french pass and 3-4 hours to reach down to Hidden Valley which has an elevation of 5140m.
  
  Your total trek hour today will be 8-9 hours trek.
  
  Overnight at Hidden Valley
- Day 15
- Trek to Thapa peak crossing Dhampus Pass 4/5 hours walk
  
  Another day to climb another pass of 5244m. This day you will be crossing Dhampus Pass and head to Thapa Peak / Dhampus Peak Base Camp.
  
  You will require 2.5 hours to reach the top of the pass and 2 extra hours to reach the base camp. Today your total trek hour will be 4-5 hours.
  
  Overnight at Dhampus Base Camp
- Day 16
- Rest Day at thapa pass Base camp
- Day 17
- summit to thapa peak and return Base camp trek to Yak kharka
- Day 18
- Trek to Jomsom (2710m.), 5/6 hours walk
- Day 18
- Jomsom to pokhara
- Day 20
- drive to Kathmandu
- Day 21
- Free Day in kathmandu
- Day 22
- Final Depature

Cost Include:

All transfer from Airport to Hotel and Hotel to Airport,
4 nights Hotel in Kathmandu. (B&B) 3-star level Hotel
Kathmandu to Beni Drive-By private Vehicle
Beni to Darbhanga Drive by jeep
Domestic Flight (Jomsom to Pokhara)
Pokhara to Kathmandu Drive-by Private Vehicle
Trekking Duffle Bag by Company
Hotel in Pokhara (B&B)
Tea house, accommodation during the trek.
All Meals (Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation in Tent camp at Base camp and High camp During the Climbing with All Meals and Hot Drinks (Tea, breakfast,Lunch and Dinner)
All group camping equipment (kitchen tent, Dining tent, kitchen, camping items) in Base camp and High camp
Annapurna Conservation (ACAP) Entry Fee
TIMS Card (Trekking Permit)
Experience Climbing guide
Required Number of Potters
Cook, Kitchen Staff and other Necessary staff (Base Camp and High camp)
Group Climbing Equipment and instruments (Fixed Rope, Main Rope, Ice Hammer, Snow bar, Ice Crew)
Single/Double tent at the Camp with mattress
Insurance for Climbing Guide and Climbing Sherpa
Insurance for all Nepali Trekking staff
All government and local taxes
farewell dinner in Kathmandu.

Cost Exclude:

Nepal Visa fee (please bring two passport photographs and cash on USD Denomination) International airfare to and from Nepal
Personal, Travel and rescue insurance
International airfare to and from Nepal
Excess baggage charges for Air travel
Extra night stay in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from the trip(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Breakfast, lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu if you return early from the trip
Extended activities and destinations
All cold drinks during the trek (mineral water, cola, beer and Bar-bills)
Hot Shower During the Trek
Battery Charge ( All electronic devices) WI-FI (internet)
Tips for Guide and Staff
Emergency evacuation by Helicopter (in case needed)

Trekking
- Hiking Poles
- Trekking Wind Proof Jacket
- Water Bottle
- Trekking T Shirt
- Sun Cream
- Sun Glasses
- Socks
- Rain Coat
- Trekking Shoes
- Rain Coat
- Trekking Pants
- Inner Thermal
- Head Lamp
- Hat
- Thin Gloves
- Thick Gloves
- Flip Sweater
- Down Jacket
- Trekking Bag
- Portable Charger
- Sun Glasses
Climbing
- Harness
- Ice Axe
- Lip Guard
- Lock Carabiners
- Mid Weight Top
- Prusick Loop
- Snow Goggles
- Summit Gloves
- Summit Socks
- Swiss Knife
- Tape Sling
- Thermal Mattress Cell Foam
- Thermal Mattress Inflatable
- Thermos