Mountain Dhampus Peak (6 012 m / 19 724 ft)

Dhampus peak 6012m, lies North – East of the big Dhaulagri massif. It is in terms of climbing technicalities an ascent. The overwhelming altitude differences between the Annupurna and Dhaulagiri range make it a very exposed spot to observe the scenery from. Having Tukuche Peak(6920m) and Dhaulagiri(8167m) near you, enjoy the feeling of being part of the extreme altitudes of the Himalayas. The biggest 'mountainworld' with uninterrupted heights between seven and eight thousand meters, containing Annapurna, Annapurna – South, the Nilgiris and the Tilicho Peak tower above the horizon in the South. The 3500 meteres ascent from Tukuche, where our climb start, makes you feel having gone really high. The path to Dhampus Peak follows the westridge, which connects Dhampus pass(5200m), where there is our highest camp. This expedition exceeds the 6000m frontier, no technical skills are required, crampons depends on snow conditions. This means any experience in walking on snow/ice is advisable.

The path to Dhampus Peak follows the westridge, which connects Dhampus pass(5200m), where there is our highest camp. This expedition exceeds the 6000m frontier, no technical skills are required, crampons depends on snow conditions. This means any experience in walking on snow/ice is advisable.

It is located near north east from Mt Dhaulagiri. The trip widely exposed the scenery of Mt Tukuche, Mt Dhaulagiri and other similar trekking peak of this region.

Arrive in Kathmandu, by car drive to Pokhara (5-6 hrs), then to Beni and Trek to Tatopani (3 hrs drive & 4 hrs trek)

It's necessary to have Annapurna Conservation Area Entry Permit and TIMS Card. Entry Permit you can get in Kathmandu (Nepal Tourism Board, Bhrikutimandap, open hours 9 - 17), Pokhara (Nepal Tourism Board, Tourist Service Centre, Pardi Damside, open hours 10 - 17). You'll need 2 passport size photographs, a photo-copy of passport, form filled in, health insurance policy information. This Entry Permit is valid for single entry only and must be carried during the entire trip. Period of staying in the area is not defined. TIMS Card you can also get in NTB of Kathmandu and Pokhara. You'll need 2 passport size photographs and a photo-copy of passport. You have to pay fees for both Entry Permit and TIMS Card.

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