Dhampus Peak Climbing, Itinerary, Cost 2022/2023

Overview

Trip Duration

15 Days

Maximum Altitude

8848m

Trip Grade

Moderate

Group Size

2-15

Activity

Peak climbing

Accommodation

Hotel/lodge

Dhampus Peak Climbing Overview

Dhampus peak is also famous for another name Thapa peak. The climbing to this peak is technically easy from the classic route of trekking. 5200 m is its height lies on north east peak Dhaulagiri. Gurung village is the main community of this area. Dense forest of different species of plants where birds and animals can be seen playing on its own nature along with ever flowing rivers. Many spectacular view of Stuning Mountain can be seen on the way to this climb. Machhapuchhre Himal, Dhampus Himal and Annapurna Himal ranges will surely refresh you while you get tired on your way. Route of Kaligandaki River is main trial of Dhampus peak climbing.

Both starting and ending point of our climb is Kathmandu. Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, Tatopani, Ghasa, Tukuche are some of very beautiful village through which we pass to climb this peak. Most of these villages are of gurung community. Great experience can be done form this trek. Autumn and spring season is the most suitable season to climb this peak because Natural beauty is present and amazing view of sky touching Mountain can be observed with favorable weather.

Dhampus peak climbing is regarded as moderate peak climbing but also our physical structure should be very good. All the document and permit should be made for each climber before climbing Dhampus peak. Do not worry to fulfill your dream to climb this peak. Just contact to Family Adventure trek. We are ready to do all the management for Dhampus Peak Climbing to you in any day of year. The preparation of schedule is done according to your wish in your holiday.

Itinerary

Dhampus Peak Climbing Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival to Kathmandu.

After landing flight at TIA, representative of Family Adventure trek will warmly receive you. We will move towards the hotel. We will enjoy delicious dinner at night. After dinner we will give brief description of the peak climbing program to Dhampus Peak.

Day 02: Kathmandu exploration and preparation for trek.

Today, we spend our day by sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley with guide. We will visit Pashupatinath, which is regarded as the holiest temple of Lord Shiva, Bauddhanath known as Little Tibet and to Swayambhunath known as Monkey Temple. From Swayambhunath, we drive to Kathmandu (Basantpur Durbar Square). Finally, we return hotel and prepare our trek for tomorrow.

Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara

Early morning we will have breakfast and take a drive to Pokhara for about 7 to 8 hours. The panoramic view of the roadside houses and forest will be very enjoyable. In Pokhara spectacular places around the valley will be very interesting. The night will be at one of the best hotel at Pokhara.

Day 04: Pokhara to Nayapul (drive) and to Tikhedhunga (trek)

At Pokhara, we will wake up in early morning to view the best view of rays of sun piercing the white snows on Mt Machhapuchhre and other similar mountains of same region. After enjoying that eye-catching view, we will take a short drive to Nayapul. From nayapul we will trek further to Tikhedhunga. It will take us about 3 hours.

Day 05: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani

From Tikhedhunga, we move towards the steep hills to Ulleri the beautiful Magars villages of Nepal. The forest of Pine and oak along with some rhododendrons are our main trekking trial. We will be finally at Ghorepani at 2840m after passing several villages. Our night will be exciting at Ghorepani.

Day 06: Ghorepani Poon hill to Tatopani

Early morning we will hike to the high lands of Ghorepani Poon hill and return back. The best view of Annapurna I (8091m), Lamjung Himal, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri I (8167m) can be seen which will be surely mesmerizing. After returning back we will have breakfast and will continue to walk through the beautiful trail of rhododendron forest alongside Ghaja khola to Tatopani.

Day 07: Tatopani to Ghasa

After having breakfast we will follow the road all the way to Ghasa. Our path goes through the beautiful ridge of Kaligandaki river. We will cross the river through the suspension bridge which will lead us to the beautiful place of Ghasa. We will entertain for some time and our night will be interesting at ghasa.

Day 08: Ghasa to Tukuche

We will walk along narrow valley of kali Gandaki River to reach Khobang village. After resting for some time we will head towards the straight way to the Tukuche. We can see many beautiful scenery in front of us while walking. The night will be at Tukuche.

Day 09: Tukuche to base camp

After having breakfast we will March forward to Dhampus peak base camp. While walking we will be blowen by fresh and cool air due to which we will be warmed up but every step will be colder and colder. Slowly by taking rest we will reach base camp. We will spend our night at tented camp in base camp.

Day 10: Dhampus peak base camp to high camp

Early in the morning we will have delicious breakfast then move toward High camp. Fresh and cool air will bloom us due to which we will be cooled up. We will walk by taking rest and finally we will reach High camp. We will have some view, make preparation for tomorrow, have dinner and sleep.

Day 11: High camp to Summit and back to base camp

Today is the day of fulfilling our dream by walking to summit of Dhampus peak and again we will return back to base camp. From the top of Dhampus peak we can see the panorama view of mountain ranges all around us. We will be pleased and after taking some picture and resting we will return back to base camp then we will take rest and sleep.

Day 12: Base camp to Jomsom

After having breakfast in Base camp we will walk downward to Jomsom. We can have opportunity of viewing the ranges of mountains along with the beauty of nature. After walking few hours we will reach Jomsom. We will Rome around the village and return back to hotel to stay night over there.

Day 13: Jomsom to Pokhara

From Jomsom, we will catch the early morning flight over to Pokhara. The magnificent view of mountain ranges with snow cap from the plane will be so much memorable. After reaching Pokhara we will view and visit the local market at lake side beautiful place of pokhara and stay night in pokhara.

Day 14: Pokhara to Kathmandu

We will wake up early in the morning and see the dazzling view of sun rising through the summit piercing the white snows. We will have a short visit over to the market in Pokhara and return back to Kathmandu. We will return by driving back to Kathmandu. It will take about 7 to 8 hours. The night will be relaxing at hotel of Kathmandu valley.

Day 15: Farewell

After having a night rest at Kathmandu, we will pack our luggage to march ourselves towards the international airport of Nepal. We have to reach at airport 3 hours before the flight. We will attend a small farewell program organized by Family Adventure trek. After then we will catch the flight to return back to the home country. We hope, while returning back to home country you will think for a re visit to Nepal. We hope for your better journey.

What's Included ?

Cost Includes

Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car or van. It is depend of the group.
Two nights standard accommodation in 2/3 star category hotel in Kathmandu located tourist center, or up to you.
Meals on full board (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the in trekking
Local fresh fruits like orange, apple, banana and grape etc.
All accommodations during the trek.
Everest trekking map.
Both ways domestic flight from Kathmandu/ Lukla/ Kathmandu with airport tax.
An experienced Government licensed holder guide and porter to carry your luggage during the trek.
Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipments, transportation, local tax for Guide and porter
Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
If you need we will provide you sleeping bag, down jackets, Duffle bag and, if necessary etc.
All necessary Government paper works and national park entry permits and TIMS Card etc.
Travel & Rescue arrangement.
All government taxes and Vat.

Cost Excludes

Meals your self Kathmandu (L+D).
Your Travel insurance.
International airfare.
Nepal entry visa ( You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Nepal’s Airport in Kathmandu).
All kind drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks)
Personal shopping and laundry etc.
Personal trekking Equipments.
Tips for trekking staff and driver. (Tipping is expected, but it is not mandatory)
If do any tour and sightseeing and other activities etc.

Dhampus Peak Climbing