Dhampus(Thapa) Peak Climbing

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m)

• Meet and greet at the airport. Transfer to hotel. Briefing about the trek.

Day 2: Permit Preparation Day

• Free day in Kathmandu for trek preparation and last-minute shopping.

• Permits and paperwork arrangements.

Day 3: Drive Kathmandu to Beni

• Drive duration: 9–10 hours

• Scenic drive along Trishuli and Kali Gandaki rivers. Overnight in Beni.

Day 4: Trek Beni – Mauwaphant (1240m) – Dagnam (1750m) – Ekrate Gaun (1700m)

• Trek duration: 7–8 hours

• Gradual ascent through traditional villages and forest trails.

Day 5: Ekrate Gaun to Pahiro Kharka (2150m)

• Trek duration: approx. 5 hours

• Climb through forested trails with mountain views.

Day 6: Pahiro Kharka to Malampara (2150m)

• Trek duration: 6–7 hours

• Cross scenic ridges and streams en route to Malampara.

Day 7: Malampara to Malampara Pass (2950m)

• Trek duration: 6–7 hours

• Steep climb to the first high pass of the trek.

Day 8: Malampara Pass – Sinkos Khola (1600m) – Bagar (Jeltung 1900m)

• Trek duration: 6–7 hours

• Descend through forests and follow river trails to Bagar.

Day 9: Bagar (Jeltung) – Lipse – Dobang (2550m)

• Trek duration: 6–7 hours

• Enter deeper into the wilderness of the Dhaulagiri region.

Day 10: Dobang to Choriban (3050m)

• Trek duration: 5–6 hours

• Hike through alpine terrain, rivers, and rhododendron forests.

Day 11: Choriban to Italian Base Camp (3650m)

• Trek duration: 3–4 hours

• Beautiful trek to the foot of the Dhaulagiri range.

Day 12: Rest Day at Italian Base Camp (3650m)

• Acclimatization day with optional short hikes.

Day 13: Italian Base Camp to Glacier Camp (4200m)

• Trek duration: 4–5 hours

• Cross moraine and icy trails carefully with support crew.

Day 14: Glacier Camp to Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4650m)

• Trek duration: 4 hours

• Stunning views of Dhaulagiri I and surrounding peaks.

Day 15: Dhaulagiri Base Camp – French Col (5360m) – Hidden Valley (5100m)

• Trek duration: 6–7 hours

• Cross the high French Col with panoramic Himalayan views.

Day 16: Summit Dhampus Peak (6012m) – Trek to Alu Bari (3600m)

• Trek & climb duration: 8–9 hours

• A challenging but rewarding summit day.

Day 17: Alu Bari – Marpha (2650m) – Jomsom (2720m)

• Walking: 3 hours / Drive: 1 hour

• Trek through apple orchards to Marpha, then drive to Jomsom.

Day 18: Flight Jomsom to Pokhara (827m)

• Scenic 25-minute mountain flight. Leisure in Pokhara.

Day 19: Fly/Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

• Flight: 25 minutes / Drive: 7–8 hours

• Transfer to hotel and rest.

Day 20: Sightseeing in Kathmandu + Farewell Dinner

• Explore UNESCO sites, local markets, and enjoy a cultural dinner.

Day 21: Final Departure

• Transfer to airport for onward journey.