Dhaulagiri

Height: 8,167 m
Country:
Nepal flagNepal
Dhaulagiri, Nepal's formidable peak, invites climbers on a captivating adventure through the remote and rugged landscapes of the Himalayas, promising a thrilling ascent amidst towering icefalls and pristine valleys. What sets this climb apart is the opportunity to conquer the seventh-highest mountain in the world, offering intrepid explorers a challenging yet immensely rewarding experience surrounded by the majestic beauty of the Annapurna region.
Prepare for an adventure climbing Dhaulagiri. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.

Difficulty

  • D: Hard (alpine grade 4)

When to go

  • April and May
  • October

These are pictures taken while climbing Dhaulagiri. They're shown here to give you an idea of what the route is like. You're welcome to share your own pictures of mountaineering Dhaulagiri, to help the community of climbers. Picture here are either uploaded by members (there own, or creative commons pictures), or guides.

Guide links

These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Dhaulagiri. From here you can check each guides profile, or browse directly to their website to see the trip. You can separately view the guides directory to browse all guides in one place.
Below is a curated list of independent mountain guides offering expeditions for Dhaulagiri. Each guide provides their own experience, allowing climbers to select the approach that best suits their style, budget, and experience level. You can explore each guide’s dedicated trip page to review what they offer, from logistics and support to pricing details, with no additional influence from us.
View the summit location and surrounding terrain to get a sense of the mountain's environment. This map offers a valuable perspective on the peak's position within the region, aiding climbers in visualizing their route and nearby landmarks.
What you can see from the summit of Dhaulagiri. Click and pan around the map to explore, and zoom in/out to see the names of neighbouring mountains.

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