Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek & French Pass Hidden Valley in Nepal is the Adventurous in between Dhaulagiri Circuit trekking route of Western Nepal and this is separate from Annapurna region though it falls in same region. Dhaulagiri Circuit trek offers for an adventure tourist, who like to walk in high elevation to discover the mountains and nomad lifestyle. Trekking in Dhaulagiri provides massive mountains range of Dhaulagiri which presents several 7000m peaks which looks magnificent and eye-catching. Trekking of the main paths is not only promising, but can be enormously worthwhile, where you feel sense of adventure and an increased ability to deal with surprising Geography since it is a land of dramatic contrast. Trekking around the giant Himalayan Peak Dhaulagiri 8th highest Peaks of the world, this is one of the most challenging treks. The trek goes through big challenging mountain passes, crossing over French pass 5360m and Thapa Peak 5200m. You can have experience of challenging walk on an icy track.
Begins Journey of Dhaulagiri Trek in this region means an exploration of the wild. Recently reopened this thrilling region shows its long kept secrets, like the Gandaki Gorge, the deepest Gorge in the world. Dhaulagiri means "white mountain" though many mountains over the world have names which translate to White Mountain. This is without doubt the most astonishing one. Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is quite difficult for Trekking adventure. We have Better experience about this trip because we did already many times and successful adventure explores the Glory of High Himalayas.
Visits world heritage sights Pasupatinath temple, Bouddhanath stupa, Durbar square, Garden of Dreams, Royal Museum, Kumari temple, Monkey Temple (Swoyambhunath), Narayanthan temple are absolutely interesting once to visits in your life time.
We will suggest to our guests for the souvenirs of Nepal to bring in your home such as Pasmina, Thangka, Himalayan salt, Nepali Carpet, Gorkha knife, Buddhist prayer flags etc
Before doing activities in local area ask your guide to take permission and support local peoples and respect them properly. Use local Foods and drinks to support economy for the mountain peoples of the area. Protect wildlife and interesting Himalayan creatures
- Carry out what you carry in
- -Buy only what won’t pollute or carry it out
- Use Safe drinking water (Ozonated) or purify water yourself
- Return batteries to your home country for proper disposal
- Minimize the use of plastic materials
- Use the toilets in certain place, in the wild to avoid water source pollution
- We need sustainable Tourism in Nepal, Never Trek alone, hire a guide
- Choose reliable trekking agency with eco friendly concepts
- Carry a good medicine kit
- Take compulsory entry permit into conservation Area as per government rule & regulations from authorized company
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu 1,310m. Welcome Program by Himalayan Magic Treks member and direct transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu with Bed & Break plan.
Day 02: Drive to Darbang by local Bus 9-10 hours and overnight at Tent.
Day 03: Trek to Dharapani 1,565m 6/7 hours overnight at Tent.
Day 04: Trek to Muri 1,850m 6/7 hours overnight at Tent.
Day 05: Trek to Bogara 2,050m 5/6 hours overnight at Tent.
Day 06: Trek to Dhoban 2,630m this day the path is quite difficult and sometime you will need the help of the ropes 6 hours overnight at Tent.
Day 07: Trek to Sallaghari or Choriban Khola 3,110m 6 hour overnight at Tent.
Day 08: Trek to Italian Base camp 3,660m this day you will reach the Italian Base Camp where you will camp just in front of the West wall of the Dhaulagiri Passing through beautiful forest we rapidly gain altitude and mountains burst out all around. 4/5 hours overnight at Tent.
Day 09: Rest day for acclimatization Perhaps days walk to the Japanese camp for acclimatization since there is little exploring to be had this is a day to relax overnight at Tent.
Day 10: Trek to Glacier camp 4,250m After crossing the first glacier, probably using a rope in a couple of tricky spots, we climb onto the main glacier. The surroundings are spectacular which makes up for the rough and dangerous trail 6 hours overnight at Tent.
Day 11: Trek to Dhaulagiri Base camp 4,748m this day you will reach the Dhaulagiri Base Camp. Soon the rough rubble gives way to the smooth ice of the white part of the glacier. We climb steadily to the rough and chilling but spectacular Dhaulagiri Base Camp7/ 8 hours overnight at Tent.
Day 12: Trek over French pass Hidden Valley camp 5,100m Getting off the glacier above the base camp often requires a rope, but once over the steep moraine walls we are in safer. After a breathless climb to the top of French pass. 6/7 hours overnight at Tent.
Day 13: Trek to Yak kharka 2,900m 6/7 hours overnight at Tent
Day 14: Trek Down to Kalopani 4,930m 8/9 hours overnight at Lodge
Day 15: Trek to Tatopani 6/7 hours overnight at Lodge
Day 16: Drive back to Kathmandu Hotel Evening Dinner together with Typical Nepali culture
Day 17: Departure from Kathmandu to your onward destination
The Trip cost will be very depending on the group size, duration of days and services required so if our program and cost is not match on your Budget according to the services required please contact us via our Email:nabinkarki04@gmail.com with your details to obtain a quote reasonable as per your wish.
Upon your arrival at the airport our representatives person with a Himalayan Magic Treks (LOGO) sign board, to show you on your arrival exit gate. Who taking care of you with reception then safely drive to the hotel, Briefing about program details before going to Mountains. At the airport we cannot enter the interior of the airport because a person who doesn’t have a plane ticket is not allowed to enter.
We will provide you the best quality of Services for our guest to serve them at superior level that is what making us today Himalayan Magic Treks, so we can compromise with guest as per demanding accommodations in mean city and other’s part of Trekking. We have been providing star hotels in Katmandu and even normal guest house according to the guest demands and need. During the trek we provide standard Guest House with sound environment and hygienic food for the guest to make their trip happening and healthy. Being one of the paramount destinations in the world Annapurna region collects lots of tourist. So, there will always be better Lodge and facilities in Annapurna & Everest Region rest of the Trekking destination will normal and sometime needs camping as well.
We get paradise of food especially in the cities areas especially in Katmandu valley. We have a lot of restaurants with different cuisine in city but during the trek we get to eat from Continental and Nepali menu especially choices like Pasta, Pizza, Mo. Mo, soup items, Potatoes items, Dal Bhat, Hot drinks Tea & Coffee etc.
Being homeland of Himalayas, it’s obvious to have challenging routes, High altitude problems, Weather and other conditions; any of those situations is big enough to ruin your trip. Leading around the steeply hills and rocky routes is not a job of common climbers and trekkers. Himalayan Magic Treks have been providing native leaders and staffs working in this field perfectly since long years to overcome tough challenges and make your trip a golden memory. They are trained and well certified by the Government of Nepal. All of our staffs have received emergency guidance in Himalaya’s and have knowledge of first Aid for our guest. We never compromise giving safety to our staffs; therefore we provide insurance and medical services during the trek and compensation when they need especially to Porters, Kitchen member and other.
we are very much concern about the comfort of our guest and whenever it is about the staffs in the field. When we are on trek trekking through challenging route we need proper number of workers like Guide, Porter, Assistance guide, Camping members and other staffs. We provide 1 assistance guide with every 4 - 9 guests and 2 assistance guide with 10 guests. We do need strong and portable Porters to carry our weights, we provide 1 porter for 2 guests depending on guest stuffs and we allow only 25 kg for porters. We have professional and expert Guide, Leader and City guide in the field and can speak proper English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and other required. We can also manage any other staffs as per your demand.
We believe equipments does matter to make your trip easy and comfortable. Caring excessive quantity of equipment doesn’t make your adventure more interesting but the drawback. So, we request you to carry only selected and needed one and save your extra expenses for other need in trek though we have our potential porters. Warm Clothes, Down Jacket, Trouser, T-shirt, Hiking Boot, Sunglass, Sun cream, Knife, Walking Steak, day back pack, Head Light, Sleeping Bag etc. These are the equipments which you most carry during the trek.
Clothing: Liner socks, Trekking shirts short sleeve, Thermal underwear, fleece sweaters lightweight, one heavier Easy drying long sleeved base layer shirts, woolen blends trekking socks, pair trekking pants with zip off bottoms
Outer layers: Down vest, wind/rain proof over layer - jacket and pants, peak hat, headband, Warm winter hat, lightweight thermal layer hat, pair gloves, down jacket, Pair trekking boots, pair down booties Great for keeping feet warm in room and while sleeping and for in the lodge. Pair flip flops (for late night bathroom runs)
Security is our primary concern from your beginning day (we will be there to pick you up with our staffs and identity) to departure date (airport drop services) we are always there to help you. We have proper remedial services during the trek with professional staffs; first aid kit, oxygen bag and Helicopter service for emergency rescue whenever trekkers get physical Loss or altitude sickness. We have focused more on acclimatization days to get rid of altitude sickness too.
Autumn (September - November) and spring (March - May) is the best trekking season for the trekking and mountaineering in Nepal. Weather is mostly clear and temperature is moderate which offers beautiful views without any obstruction. Spring collects beautiful flowers, plants and rare animals Walking is also very much suitable during this season.
Summer (June - August) and winter (December - February). Though Summer collects heavy monsoon rainfall it is very much clear to trek around Upper Mustang Trek, Upper Dolpo Trek and Nar- Phu valley Trek since they are rain shadow areas. Tibet Kailash Tour is much more favorable for Tibet Everest Base Camp Trek. Everest Base Camp Trek, Langtang Valley Trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek are always comfortable to trek even in winter season.
Trekking in Nepal for Annapurna Sunrise View Trek, Langtang Valley Trek, Everest View Trek, Pikey Peak Trek and Mohare Danda Trek does not require any past experience; though we have challenging route in Annapurna our itinerary suggests walking comfortable distances. Trekking in Himalayas always takes us to challenging altitudes and rocky routes, demands proper rest time and acclimatization to sustain their strength. We always have both listed properly in our itinerary. However certain training like Running, Skipping and other workout will definitely help you in roots.
Altitude sickness is a significant risk when trekking on any trails above about 2,500 m. However good health , Proper care and drinking plenty of water will definitely help you to prevent from altitude sickness. Every trekkers needs to be familiar with the heights so, for this we have life saving acclimatization days during the trek, peak climbing and expedition. We also provide certain medical support for your relief and emergency rescue through helicopter whenever guest require.
We only leave foot prints! Himalayan Magic Treks is very much concern agency on environment pollution and Global Warming. We are always serious and genuine towards our garbage during the trek especially in Camping type. We collect all the rubbish and deposit it to proper place to protect our environment. We also partake in every program conducted in KEEP Kathmandu Environmental Education Project. We also suggest all travelers to protect our environment and Stop Global Warming.
Profit oriented is not only our priority! We have been helping some of ours very villagers from different corners of Nepal to sustain their social life and help them with education and required materials. We are always looking forward for interested candidates in this field to give helping hand to support and inspire them for their better beginning and good future. If you are interested please contact us:nabinkarki04@gmail.com. In the community they really need us, so let’s hands together for better change the Rural Development Community to Support us to be there for Helping Hands.
Himalayan Magic Treks concerning to have tailor-made program for any kind of Treks / Tours in Nepal. Days in the itinerary are always flexible, can be increased & decreased depending on your holiday and time schedule. Trekking in all Region around the Himalayan goes through unexpected complication like natural and health challenges resulting chances in the itinerary for your security during the trek by our professional guides and leader to take you to final point safe and sound so, please cooperate with your guide for you protection.
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-To Book any types of trips you must send us a completely filled Booking Application Form, with 20% of payment of your trip cost. This will comprise acceptance by you of our Terms and Conditions. You need to submit a copy of each passport to our office via email or fax including two photos of passport size. Rest of trekking cost should be paid as 2nd installment at Nepal before trip.
-Please, contact us once regarding direct deposit details.
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Company Address: Kapan-3, Baluwakhani.
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-A copy of passport
-A Copy of your Credit Card of either side
-An authorization letter mentioning the Bill Amount inclusive of bank charge.
An authorization letter mentioning the Bill Amount inclusive of bank charge.
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A notice of cancellation shall be submitted by client in written by mail with authentic reason(s), and then refund procedure will be made as follows:
-If cancellation made before 30 days of the trip departure date, 15% of the total trip cost will be charged as cancellation and rest will be adjusted in their next trip or refunded after deducting the processing charge of Nepal Rastra Bank to make a draft.
-If cancellation made before 15 days of the trip departure date, 25% of the total trip cost will be charged as cancellation. Further will be same as above process
-If Cancellation made before 07 days of the trip departure date 40% of the total trip cost will be charged as cancellation.
-If cancellation made within the week of departure or upon arrival in Kathmandu no refund shall be provided.
-Cancellation before 60 days of the trip, 15% cancellation will be charged.
- Cancellation Before 30 days of the trip 25% cancellation will be charged.
- Cancellation Before 15 days of the trip 50% cancellation will be charged.
- Cancellation Before less than 15 days no refund will be provided.
-The cost of Climbing Permit/s already purchased is/are not refundable.
Cancellation rule for Air ticket purchase
-If cancellation made before 30 days of the ticket departure date, 15% of the total face value will be charged as cancellation and rest will be adjusted in their next trip or refunded after deducting the processing charge of Nepal Rastra Bank to make a draft.
-If cancellation made before 15 days of the ticket departure date, 25% of the total face value will be charged as cancellation. Further will be same as above process.
-If Cancellation made before 07 days of the trip departure date 50% of the total face value cost will be charged as cancellation.
-If cancellation made within the week of departure or upon arrival in Kathmandu no refund shall be provided. Due payment should be made or claimed by legal process.
-No refund will be made of the deposit amount in case of cancellation of trip for any other else reason.
-No refund will be made to clients who drop out from the journey regardless of whatever portions remain unused in the itinerary.
Himalayan Magic Treks focus mostly and firstly for the fulfillment of your every desire. We perform our duties truthfully and seriously to make your experience one of the best moment. However, this Company will not take any liability regarding changes and alternations in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstances such as disasters, political-unrest, and cancellation of flight, delay arrival, sickness or accidents.
Himalayan Magic Treks while undertaking tours, transportation, hotel accommodation and other services only acts as an means on the clear understanding that it shall not be, in any way, responsible or liable for any accident, damages, loss, delay, international flight cancellation or delays, or inconvenience caused in connection with the travel facilities arranged by the company, its employees or agents. All bookings are accepted and executed with utmost care, yet no responsibility is undertaken for any change or deviation because of factors beyond our control.
The traveler / trekker understands that during the course of the trip certain risks and dangers may occur including the pressure of traveling in mountainous terrain, accident or illness in remote places without medical facilities. The traveler agrees to assume all risks associated with the journey, and agrees that no liability will be attached to the company or its outfitters, employees or agents, or to any member of the tour group in respect to death, personal injury, illness or delay of trekker, or for any loss or damage to the property of the traveler / trekker during the course of the trip, however caused.
It is a condition while booking treks and tours with us that trekkers must be protected by insurance themselves that covers cancellation, accidents, health, emergency evacuation, and loss of items, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects. All costs for emergency evacuation must be paid in cash in Nepal unless an insurance company has agreed to pay the costs on your behalf. It is important that any insurance policy issued to cover emergency evacuation for trek/tour does not exclude mountaineering.
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If you have any subject of complaint about the tour, you must notify to the tour leader or guide at the earliest and provide opportunity to correct them.
On our trekking and tour packages, rooms or tents are provided in twin sharing basis. Thus, single room supplement charge will be imposed to client who does not have another tour participant to share room or tent with others.
TREKKING GEARS/EQUIPMENTS for your travel to Himalaya and around mountains side
Himalayan Magic Treks suggest these are just like a guidelines for your equipments/clothing’s preparation, things can be added or deducted as per your suitability and necessity and remember the number of days you are traveling for and time of the year and altitude you are going at.
For Head:
Far upper Body:
For Hands:
Lower Body:
For Feets:
Accessories: (as per your wish)
The Dhaulagiri Circuit is considered a challenging trek in Nepal, requiring good physical fitness and experience with high-altitude
The trek involves crossing two high passes, French Pass (5,360 m) and Dhampus Pass 5,240 m are both challenging passes and reaching Dhaulagiri Base Camp
Dhaulagiri Trekking Route starts in Beni, ascends through Myagdi Khola valley, passes through Italian Base Camp and Dhaulagiri Base Camp, crosses the passes, and descends to Jomsom.
The outlook trek traverses diverse landscapes, including subtropical forests, terraced fields, and high-altitude terrain, offering breathtaking views of Dhaulagiri and other peaks.
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