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Dhaulagiri Pass Trekking

  • 20 Days
  • Moderate
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Max. Altitude

5,360m
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Best Season

Oct-Dec & March-May
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Activity

Trekking
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Start / End Point

Kathmandu / Kathmandu

Overview of Dhaulagiri Pass Trekking

Dhaulagiri is the seventh highest mountain in the world with the height of 8000m. Dhaulagiri Pass Trekking is one of the most challenging and adventurous trekking in the Himalayan region of Nepal.  Moving from the semi-tropical regions thick with ferns and forests, through hillsides ablaze with rhododendron, and into the alpine wilderness of snowcapped peaks and glaciers.

Dhaulagiri Pass Trekking is a tough, yet spectacular trek surrounded by the colossal peaks of Dhaulagiri. Myagdi Glacier, Dhaulagiri Base camp (4750m), French Pass (5360m) (highest point of the trek) including the several peaks such as Putali Himal and Tukuche Peak gives an excellent view of the Dhaulagiri range.

Dhaulagiri base camp trekking begins at Beni. Dhaulagiri Pass Trekking passes through beautiful village of Darbang, Muri, Chariban, Italian base camp, Dhaulagiri base camp, French pass, Dhumpus pass and finally reach at Marpha assemble of Annapurna circuit trekking trail.

Dhaulagiri base camp trekking is relatively strenuous and requires high-altitude trekking experience in Nepal Himalaya. March, April, September, October & November is the best month for the Dhaulagiri circuit trek.

Dhaulagiri Pass Trekking Itinerary

day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu

Today you will arrive at international airport in Kathmandu. Upon your arrival we will assist you to your hotel. Stay overnight at hotel.

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Maximum Altitude

1,400 m.
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Meals

Dinner
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Accomodations

Hotel
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Transportation

Airport transfer

day 02 Explore Kathmandu

Today we will attend pre tour meeting and visit the places of historical and cultural importance in Kathmandu. Stay overnight at the hotel.

BoudhanathKathmandu city tour

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Maximum Altitude

1,400 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Accomodations

Hotel

day 03 Drive to beni

Today we drive to Beni early in the morning. We enjoy the countryside scenery and pass through beautiful lake city Pokhara. Stay overnight at Beni.

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Maximum Altitude

975 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Accomodations

Hotel
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Transportation

7 hours Drive

day 04 Trek to Babichor

Today we trek our trail through the banks of Kali Gandaki River and Myagdi Khola and crossing them to reach Simalchour. Then we head forward the route to reach Babichor (950m). Stay overnight at Guest house.

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Maximum Altitude

949 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

6 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Guest House

day 05 Trek to Dharapani

Today passing through wide valley, terraced field, crossing rivers, naturally gifted landscape and cultural villages we reach Dharapani (1,400m). Stay overnight at guest house.

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Maximum Altitude

1,400 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

7 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Guest House

day 06 Trek to Muri Village

Today we walk through river bank switching it many times. We climb up the rocky trail through many small settlements and beautiful landscape to reach the Muri village (1,850m). Stay overnight at guest house.

muri village

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Maximum Altitude

1,851 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

6 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Guest House

day 07 Trek to Boghara

Today we pass through stream, traced field and many bridges to reach Boghara. On the way we can enjoy the views of Mt, Ghustang (6,465m). Stay overnight at guest house.

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Maximum Altitude

1,848 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

5 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Guest House

day 08 Trek to Dobang

Today the trail leads through terraced field and forest to remote settlements. Continuing uphill further on a rocky trail we reach Dobang (2,520m). Stay overnight at guest house.

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Maximum Altitude

2,520 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

6 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Guest House

day 09 Trek to Choriban Khola

Crossing wooden bridge and scattered forest we ascend the trail enjoying the views of Dhaulagiri I (8,167m) to reach Choriban Khola (3,110m). Stay overnight at guest house.

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Maximum Altitude

3,100 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

6 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Guest House

day 10 Trek to Italian Base Camp

Today we trek to Italian Base Camp through the glacial trail (3,660m). Great views of mountains like Dhaulagiri I (8,167m), Dhaulagiri II (7,751m), Dhaulagiri III (7,715m) and Dhaulagiri V (7,618m). Stay overnight at camp.

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Maximum Altitude

3,658 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

6 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Camp

day 11 Acclimatization Day

Today is much needed acclimatization and rest day. We explore and visit the places around Italian base camp enjoying the great views of mountains around. Stay overnight at camp.

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Maximum Altitude

3,660 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Accomodations

Camp

day 12 Trek To Glacier Camp

Today we trek through stone fall prone trail, narrow gorge to and glaciers to reach Glacier camp. Stay overnight at camp in glacier camp.

base camp

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Maximum Altitude

4,370 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

6 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Camp

day 13 Trek to Dhaulagiri Base Camp

Today is most adventurous day of our trek. We trek to the Dhaulagiri base camp today. We will be pleased with the views of impressive Dhaulagiri I (8,167m), Dhaulagiri II (7,751m), Dhaulagiri III (7,715m) and Dhaulagiri V (7,618m).

dhaulagiri base camp

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Maximum Altitude

5,151 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

7 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Camp

day 14 Acclimatization Day

Today is another day to take some rest and more importantly, acclimatize to the lower air pressure. Views from this place are superb and there is plenty to explore. Overnight at tented camps.

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Maximum Altitude

5,151 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Accomodations

Tented Camp

day 15 Trek to Hidden Valley

Today we cross the glacier and terraced hills to reach French Pass (5,360m). You will be able to see Mukut Himal (6,328m), Tashi Kang (6,386m) and Sita Chuchura (6,611m), all of which surround the Hidden Valley. Then we continue towards Hidden Valley (5,200m). Stay overnight at tented camp.

French pass dhaulagiri

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Maximum Altitude

5,200 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

7 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Tented Camp

day 16 Trek to Yak Kharka

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Maximum Altitude

3,679 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

7 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Tented Camp

day 17 Decend to Jomsom

Today we trek down the trail through small vilages and natural landscape to reach the famous apple farming village called Marpha. Then we descend down the route to reach Jomsom (2,710m). Stay overnight at Guest house.

Jomsom-Airport

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Maximum Altitude

2,709 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Trek Duration

6 hours Trek
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Accomodations

Guest House

day 18 Sightseeing around Pokhara

Today we take a scenic and mountain flight of thirty minutes early in the morning to reach Pokhara. We utilize our rest of the day sightseeing around Pokhara. Stay overnight at Hotel.

begnaslake

sarangkot-sunrise

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Maximum Altitude

822 m.
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Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Accomodations

Hotel
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Transportation

1 hour Flight

day 19 Back to Kathmandu

Today we drive early in the morning to reach Kathmandu. We travel through beautiful Nepali countryside and natural landscape. Late in the evening you will attend farewell dinner. Stay overnight at hotel.

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Maximum Altitude

1,400 m.
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Meals

Farewell Dinner
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Accomodations

Hotel
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Transportation

7 hours Drive

day 20 Farewell!!

Today is your last day here in Nepal. We will assist you the airport prior to your flight.

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Maximum Altitude

1,400 m.
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Meals

Breakfast
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Transportation

Airport transfer
dhaulagiri region trek map
equipments

Required Equipments for Trekking in Nepal

  • Breathable Underwear
  • Sports Bra
  • Base Layers
  • Trekking Shirts
  • Trekking Trousers and Shorts
  • Fleece Jacket
  • Down jacket (insulated jacket)
  • Windcheater (water proof)
  • Sun protection Hat
  • Headband or Beanie
  • Scarf or neckband
  • Gloves (inner and outer )
  • Hiking Boots
  • Trekking Shoes
  • Hiking Socks
  • Thermal Socks
  • Gaiters
  • Duffel Bag
  • Day pack
  • Sleeping Bag
  • Trekking poles
  • Sunglasses
  • Hydration bladder or Water bottle
  • Head Lamps
  • Batteries
  • Personal towel
  • Swiss army knife
  • Sun lotion
  • Medical & first-aid kit
  • Woolen socks
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Lip Guard
  • Insulated pants
  • Baby wipers

Required Equipments for Climbing in Nepal

  • Water bottle
  • Batteries and bulbs
  • Flashlight
  • Personal towel
  • Swiss army knife
  • Rucksack
  • Sun lotion
  • Medical & first-aid kit
  • Sewing kit
  • Polypropylene/wool socks
  • Other required equipment
  • Sleeping bag
  • Down Jacket
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Trekking shoes/boots
  • Camp shoes
  • Jumperorpile jacket
  • Hiking pants
  • Hiking shirts
  • Full–sleeves shirt
  • T-shirts
  • Sun hat
  • Gloves
  • Woolen hat
  • Long underwear
  • Goggles or sun glasses
  • Gaiters
  • Sun block for lips
  • Light cotton socks
  • Mountain trekking boots
  • Woolen socks to wear with boots
  • Nylon wind breaker
  • Insulated pants
  • Nylon wind pants
  • Long sleeved cotton/woolen shirts
  • Sun hat
  • Long cotton hiking shorts
  • Fleece/wool for climbing
  • Lightweight fleece
  • Sleeping pad (karri mat) or thermarest
  • Down high altitude sleeping bag
  • Down jacket/trousers/vest
  • Light cotton athletic socks and wool socks
  • Water proof climbing jacket
  • Head torch/batteries/bulbs
  • Climbing sunglasses
  • Lightweight thermal/insulated ski gloves
  • Sun screen
  • Warm climbing trousers
  • Wool long underwear
  • Other required equipment
  • Climbing boots
  • Gaiters
  • Ice axe
  • Harness
  • Crampons
  • Karabiners
  • Tapes/slings
  • Snow bars
  • Ice screws
  • Rock pegs
  • Deadmen
  • Crash hat
  • Day bag
  • Rucksack
  • Lip salve
  • T-shirts
  • Ascenders
  • Ascenders
  • Kit bag

What's Included

  • All ground and air transportation throughout the trek.
  • Best available accommodation and full board meals throughout the trek.
  • One highly experienced, helpful and friendly guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff
  • TIMS Fee- Trekkers’ Information Management System (Please bring 2 passport size photos for permit)
  • All national park and conservation areas permit fee.
  • Government taxes & office service charge

What's Excluded

  • Meals not quantified in the ‘Meal Inclusions’ in the itinerary’
  • Travel insurance
  • International airfare
  • Nepal entry visa charge.
  • All beverage and others personal expenses.
  • Snacks and other personal expenses
  •  Hot shower during the trek.
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An Incredible Trek with the Best Team! I completed the Manaslu Circuit with Saugat and Aunil, and it was an absolutely incredible experience! The trek was breathtaking, the organization was perfect, and the views were simply stunning. Saugat’s knowledge, professionalism, and expertise as a guide, together with Aunil’s help, kindness, and support as a porter, made the whole experience even more special. I couldn’t have asked for a better team! I will definitely come back to Nepal, and I will choose this agency, Saugat, and Aunil again without hesitation. 10 stars for my new friends! Thank you both for making this adventure unforgettable!
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Outstanding experience with Life Himalaya Trekking We have just returned from a 12-day trek to Everest Base Camp with Life Himalaya Trekking (plus 3 days in Katmandu). From start to finish, Shiba—the owner of this prestigious agency—delivered service that far exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Birsha Rai, provided exceptional support throughout what is a very demanding trek. We were consistently impressed by the quality of his guidance, his attitude, and his services; we truly appreciated how fortunate we were to have his support every step of the way. The trek turned into an exceptional human experience. Louis L.
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Outstanding Everest base camp experience Outstanding trekking company. Shiba was great to work with. He handled all our questions and changes in our itinerary with no problem. We had the best guide and porter anyone could ask for. We enjoyed all the places we stayed. I would highly highly recommend this trekking company. If you wanna trek to Everest Base camp.
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Mardi Himal Trek A life changing experience! Milan and Bhim were the best guide and porter for our very first trek in the Himalayas. Although the weather wasn’t always on our side, we got to see the most spectacular views, stayed in the best hotels/ camps and definitely got to tick off an item on the bucket list. Thank you Milan, for your wealth of knowledge and for guiding us safely through some rather wet and rainy conditions. We will definitely be back!
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Beautiful travel experience Excellent, serious, and reliable agency. We did a private Upper Mustang trek combined with a visit to Kathmandu. Everything perfect. Fantastic guide Badri with experience and great professionalism. Porter Dan was very good. Furthermore, they always showed great empathy. Very good
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Dream EBC + exceptional visit to Kathmandu. Thanks to Life Himalaya Trekking, my husband and I were able to realize a dream. From the moment of organizing from Italy, Shiba proved to be extremely available and quick in communications. And, once here, we were able to immediately verify how efficient the entire team that makes up the company is. Shiba is infinitely sweet and friendly; he pampered us, guiding us through all the organizational aspects of our trip, from the trek to Everest Base Camp to cultural visits in Kathmandu and surroundings, covering all types of transportation we needed. Thanks to him, we had the pleasure of spending our time in Nepal with unique people, who allowed us to get to know this wonderful country and its inhabitants up close. Tika was our guide during the hike to EBC, and thanks to him and our porter Podam, we experienced a wonderful and authentic adventure! Both very knowledgeable, they were excellent at taking care of us, thanks to their attention to even the small things, the advice and information they provided us, but especially due to their friendliness, which allowed us to approach even the most difficult situations with ease. Tika is an exceptional entertainer and a great photographer; he was our family for more than a week, and we are very grateful to him. The entire experience of reaching Everest Base Camp was all-encompassing; it captivated us in every aspect, both scenic and human. It was exciting to reach the destination after a journey that lasted about a week. But it was equally incredible and moving to fly by helicopter from Gorak Shep to Lukla, retracing from above every step taken and every place experienced during the previous days. We would like to thank Promot, Raj, Rajan, and especially our exceptional tour guide Ajya, who accompanied us through the most iconic places in Kathmandu, sharing their history and every cultural aspect. The passion and love for one's work allowed us to immerse ourselves in a world that, otherwise, we would have understood and experienced only halfway. Thanks also to all the other members who contributed to the success of our trip. This is a goodbye; we look forward to returning to Nepal!
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Unforgettable life experience We were extremely satisfied with our Everest Base Camp trek with Life Himalaya Trekking. From the moment we were picked up at the airport, everything was organized perfectly. Due to weather conditions, the company arranged a helicopter flight for us, which made the start of our adventure even more special. Our guide, Rabin, was exceptional. He was kind, caring, and looked after us every step of the way. Whenever we felt unwell, he made sure we were comfortable and helped us recover. His knowledge of the mountains, careful approach to acclimatization, and genuine care for our well-being allowed us to continue the journey safely. Most importantly, he treated us like family, making the entire trek feel like a trip with friends rather than a guided tour. Our porter, Arjun, was equally amazing. He was always cheerful, funny, and incredibly helpful. During acclimatization hikes and challenging moments, he even helped with our backpacks when we were struggling. His positive attitude made every day more enjoyable. Both Rabin and Arjun are true gems and a huge asset to the company. We cannot thank them enough for everything they did for us. A special thank you also goes to Shiba, the owner of Life Himalaya Trekking. He was friendly, professional, and made our experience truly special from beginning to end. I also had a unique experience during this trip as I participated in the Everest Marathon. Rabin and Arjun came to support me, pace me, and cheer me on during the final kilometers, helping me reach the finish line. It meant so much to me and is something I will never forget. Thank you, Life Himalaya Trekking, for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We are incredibly grateful for the memories, friendships, and support we received throughout this unforgettable adventure. With love and gratitude, Dominika
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Awesome experience with Life Himalayan I had a wonderful time trekking EBC. Birsha Rai was an awesome guide he made sure I had anything I needed. He made sure my accommodations were good and I had plenty of water and snacks for the trek. Dhan Kajl was my porter and he took extra care of my things my bag was always clean and dry when delivered to my room. He even carried my day pack the last stretch of EBC trek. Life Himalayan took care of me from the moment I landed and was without one bag to making sure I made all my helicopter connections. Someone was there every step of the way. I am so grateful that I chose to travel with Life Himalayan. Thank you! 😊
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5 Stars! Life Himalaya Trekking gave us an amazing experience! We had the most wonderful guide, Jal Tamang. Not only did he provide amazing conversation, high spirits, and tons of great information about the Everest region, he went above and beyond when a member of our party got altitude sickness. He worked tirelessly to bring food & water to them during their hospital stay, but also coordinated their time in Lukla after they had had to descend. I still made it to Base Camp, and throughout our journey he made the entire experience unforgettable. The accommodations were also truly top notch, with the earlier tea houses offering hot showers, readily available charging, and even heating pads under the mattresses. Highly recommend, thank you Jal!
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Base Camp Everest. What a beautiful experience! Life Himalaya trekking and their team are truly great. Our guide Rabin Ray is a mountain professional. He took great care of us throughout the journey. Our porter Tik as well, always there to help us. Shiba, the owner, is a professional and he makes sure to meet us and ensure that everything goes well before our departure. The transportation, hotel, and others, everything was perfect. Thank you very much to everyone!
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