Dhaulagiri I is a mountain in north central Nepal, rising to 8,167 metres. It is the seventh highest mountain in the world, and it is known in the region simply as Dhaulagiri. The name comes from Sanskrit and means "White Mountain," a description that suits its snow-covered peak.
Where it is
The mountain lies in Myagdi District, in Gandaki Province, and sits within the Dhaulagiri Conservation Area. Visitors arriving in the area are usually travelling through the Annapurna region and the hill country of the Gandaki basin, so the mountain is best approached as part of a wider journey through this part of Nepal.
What a visit offers
Dhaulagiri is a mountain to see rather than to climb for most travellers. From the surrounding area, the scale of its snowfields and summit is the main draw. A trip here suits people who enjoy high mountain landscapes, quiet conservation land, and the sense of being among some of the largest peaks on Earth.
- Views of a major Himalayan summit within a protected conservation area
- A setting that rewards patience, as cloud often shifts across the peaks
- A natural base for combining mountain scenery with the wider Gandaki region
Planning ahead
Because the mountain is part of a conservation area, it is worth checking access arrangements before you travel. The conservation area's contact number is +977-1-4700818. Conditions in high mountain country can change quickly, so flexible plans and warm clothing are sensible for any visit to this part of Nepal.
