Nar Phu Valley Trekking

Destination
Nepal
Durations
20 days
Trip Difficulty
Moderate
Activities
Adventure Trekking
Accommodation
Hotel
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Vehicle
Local Transports
Max. People
8
Trip Mode
In Hotels and local nice lodge basis
Mode of transport
Overland journey from Kathmandu to starting point of trekking and back.
Duration of Treks
16 Nights and 17 Days

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Highlights

Remote and off-the-beaten-path trekking experience
Unique landscapes of Nar Phu Valley
Cultural immersion with Nar and Phu villages
Tibetan influenced culture and Buddhist monasteries
Alpine meadows and high mountain passes
Stunning mountain views
Nar Phu Valley Conservation Area
Authentic local cuisine
Adventure and challenge
Hidden and less-trodden part of Nepal.

Nar Phu Valley Trekking 20 days

Nar phu valley trekking

Nar Phu Valley Trekking an adventure beyond high and scenic Manang valley and off the beaten trails of the Annapurna circuit route for a week, into complete isolation of mountains and within time forgotten villages of great interest.

Nar-Phu area was closed to outside and foreign travelers for hundreds of years. For the last few decades, it has flung its door open for interested trekkers to visit this remote and mystical Shangri-la hidden within Damodar and Annapurna's massive mountains.

An exceptional journey to Nar and Phu's villages enriched with age-old Buddhist religion similar to Tibetan culture and traditional farm life with cattle and Yak herding and breeding in this wild country of upper Manang valley.

Tremendous views of surrounding scenery of dramatic landscapes enclosed within high giant mountains with hundreds of years of historical Gompa / Monasteries and its friendly and cheerful people make this trip to Nar Phu Valley trekking inviting.

Nar Phu Valley Trekking starts with a drive from Kathmandu to reach the Mid-West of Nepal and then walking on the popular Annapurna Circuit trail for some days till our route branches off from the mainstream to reach remote and isolated country around Nar-Phu villages in the land where herds of blue sheep and snow leopard dwells with other rare mountain wildlife.

After leaving the main trail on the off-beaten trail near Chame, the district headquarters town of Manang, as walk leads into a narrow gorge covered with dense alpine forest, then suddenly opens up into a beautiful valley within arid and barren windswept terrain with awesome views.

Enjoying time at Phu villages visiting its old monasteries of great interest and wonders, then walk leads to its sister village of Nar, where our route leads to cross high and scenic Kang-la pass with a stunning panorama of landscapes and mountains and then walking back to the main Annapurna circuit trail to reach main Manang village.

Manang village is an interesting place to visit with its fascinating culture of Buddhism and Tibetan-style heritage enclosed within the great peaks of Annapurna and Chulus peaks, where a walk leads further west to climb the top of the highest pass and point of the adventure above Thorang-la pass at 5,416 m high.

With time to marvel at the beautiful scenery, a long descent to reach lower Mustang areas in holy Muktinath, where the walk completes with a short drive to nice Jomsom town, the headquarter of Mustang district and home of many Thakali people on this ancient Trans Himalayan Caravan and Trade route of Nepal and Tibet.

From Jomsom, our utmost adventure completes with a short scenic flight to land at the beautiful city of Pokhara by its famous Phewa Lakes, located beneath green hills and the massive range of Annapurna Himalaya.

At Pokhara, have a pleasant time in this lovely place where our last part of the journey brings you back to Kathmandu after a most adventurous and magnificent experience on Nar Phu Valley Trekking.

Best Seasons to do Nar Phu Valley Trekking :

March to May and September to December are the best Nar Phu Valley trek season. Except for the monsoon wet months from mid-June to mid-September, trekking is done. March to May is the best time for clear views till the afternoon. At that time, wildflowers are in bloom with fantastic views of mountains. The day will be pleasant, but mornings and nights will be more relaxed.

October to December is another best time for trekking to Nar Phu Valley. One can get clear views of peaks with short sunlight days. While morning and nighttime will be cold. And this depends upon various altitudes for an overnight stop.

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Itinerary

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Day01
Reach Kathmandu via various international airline and transfer to hotel.
On arrival, get received by our staff and guide and transfer to your respective hotels in the hub of Kathmandu. After checking into your lovely rooms, get refreshed from jet-leg. Then join in with other members of Nar Phu Valley Trekking.

Our guide/leader will brief us with information about the hotels-including detail of trekking regarding the local lodge, walks, views, history, and culture. Simultaneously, with a few important do’s and don’ts while you are with us, have enjoyable times.

The evening includes a nice dinner(including traditional Nepalese cuisine) in a pleasant Nepalese restaurant with local cultural programs. Remember, the next day morning is the time to start our Trek to Nar Phu Valley officially.
Day02
Drive to Nepal Mid-West to Besisar and beyond at Syange 1,100 m – 06 hrs.
The morning starts with driving on a tourist coach or smaller vehicle, depending upon group size. Thus this journey takes you away from Kathmandu Valley. Gradually head into low warmer areas with views of snow-capped mountains. As the drive continues passing farm villages and town, head to Nepal Mid-West to reach Besisar town, headquarter of Lamjung district.

After a pleasant stop, continue driving beyond Besisar to reach the small farm village of Syange. In Syange, you will stop for an overnight stay.
Day03
Trek to Dharapani 1,920 m – 06 hrs.
Next day starts with walk heading up leaving Marysangdi River behind for sometimes to reach at Jagat.And then walk into cool shade of forest towards Chamje. Enter into more Buddhism cultural country, from here onward walk leads to a nice valley at Tal-Besi.

From Tal village, few hours walk take for overnight stop at Dharapani, in the trek to Nar phu Valley.
Day04
Kotto 2,560 m near Chame town 2,670 m – 05 hrs.
On next day, walk on winding trail within rhododendron and pine forest past villages of Bagachap and Danque, reaching Timang village. Here onward, you can notice more Buddhist culture along with views of Mt. Manaslu.

After a refreshing short stop at Timang village, few hours trek leads to Kotto village for overnight stop. Which is located close to large Chame town, a major town of Manang area.
Day05
Dharmashala 3,232 m – 05 hrs.
With overnight stay at Kotto, our adventure diverts from the main Annapurna circuit trail towards complete isolation into remote corners of Manang valley.Head into narrow deep gorge covered with pines and rhododendron trees. Afterwards, reach an open pasture fields with some few huts of Yak herders. Where this deep gorge is formed by high Pisang Peak and Kang-Guru Himal lower basin. Then our walk follows Nar-Phu khola (stream) to reach our overnight stop in a small village known as Dharmashala. (In Nepalese, it means rest and overnight place for travelers).
Day06
Kyang 3,015 m – 05 hrs.
In the next day, walk to Kyang where air gets much cooler onward as walk leads close within mountains. In the morning walk into cool alpine forest of rhododendron and pine trees. Following Nar-Phu stream with few short ups and down, reach at a small pastureland around Kyang.
Day07
Phu village 4,074 m – 06 hrs.
This day our adventure leads towards our main aim and highlight at Phu village. Walk follows Phu Khola for short while and then on downhill back into river.Afterwards uphill to reach a gorge, where suddenly the area opens up into a wide glacial valley within Yak country. As our walk reaches at Phu village, you can notice strong Tibetan influence with similar culture and custom of Buddhism religion.
Day08
Rest day in Phu village for acclimatization and excursion around Phu.
You will get full day as leisure in Phu village as a rest day for acclimatization. This is managed after near to week long walks. This will allow you to acclimatize before heading into higher hills, over Kang-la pass and Phu villages.

Go for an interesting visit of old Tashilkhang and Samdu Choling Gompa / Monastery with Kyachyu waterfalls. Explore Phu Village homes for hundred local inhabitants since centuries of times migrated from across the border Tibet.
Day09
Nar Phedi 3, 548 m – 06 hrs.
With leisure time at Phu village, walk on same route of previous day for few hours. Descend into narrow gorge of Phu khola and climb reaches a small village at Yughat. This villages is treasured with mani and chhorten a Buddhist monuments. Then walk to our overnight stop at Nar Phedi, a small place in the midst of wild country.
Day10
Nar-Gaon 4,208 m – 06 hrs.
Today we are heading to last village of Nar. The morning walk leads towards Phu stream to reach and cross suspension bridge above Phu Khola. As walk leads to a steep climb for some hours to reach a flat field. Reach Nar village for overnight, Nar-Gaon similar to Phu village.

Here with time, enjoy the last of Nar-Phu area before our adventure leads on the main trail of Annapurna circuit.
Day11
Kang La Base Camp 4,535 m – 05 hrs.
With last of this wild country around Nar-Phu, morning walk leads further into complete wilderness. So, walk on interesting trail with few short ups and downs within rocky and barren country.

Then walk leads into a wide Yak grazing land with some temporary cattle herder settlement following Temdenzon khola. Finally, the walk leads for overnight stay at Kang La base camp.
Day12
Cross Kangla Pass 5, 321 m, trek to Ngawal 3,650 m – 07 hrs.
Starting the early morning with a steep climb, we cross our first high pass of the adventure to reach at high Kang-la above 5,321 m as we walk leads on the steep high slope for some hours, looking over Pisang Peak and Chulu Peak. On reaching the top of Kang-la Pass, it rewards with an amazing panorama of Annapurna Himalaya and Chulu peaks.

After a great time on top with fabulous views, descend to reach our overnight stop at Ngawal village through Julu village. And then back on the main Annapurna circuit trail from this overnight village.
Day13
Manang Village 3,450 m – 05 hrs.
Ngawal village offers great scenery of mountains and surrounding landscapes, from here altitude gains. The morning walk leads through forest and short uphill with super views of staggering Annapurna II and III, Gangapurna, Chulus and Pisang peak. Then reach flat valley at Hongde village. Before Manang, visit old Braga monastery with ancient Buddhist relics of wall painting and fresco’s. Now you will be walking to reach Manang village.

The houses in Manang are built in typical Tibetan traditional style. And Manang people are known for their rich culture and traditions. Stop there for overnight stay in Nar Phu valley trek.
Day14
Yak Kharka 4,110 m – 04 hours.
After wonderful time in Manang village, morning walk leads uphill to Yak Kharka. It is an interesting high altitude walks facing super views of snow-capped mountains. Then cross a small stream river to reach at Yak Kharka, a small settlement with tremendous views of Gangapurna, Annapurna III and Chulu Peaks.This day walk will stop for overnight stay at Yak Kharka.
Day15
Thorang High Camp 4,600 m – 04 hrs.
Afterwards, walk advances to high area, head closer to the base of Thorang-la. As the walk leads to cross a bridge then climb along the river bank of Jarjung and at Thorung Phedi. Here, depending upon the physical conditions of the clients and everything goes well, go for hour steep climb to Thorang High Camp for overnight stop.
Day16
Cross Thorang-La 5,416 m and walk to Muktinath 3,800 m – 07 hrs.
Having early breakfast, walk leads to long climb up towards Thorang-la.So, climb on steep terrain with winding path to Thorang La Pass situated 5,416 m / 17,700 ft high.

The highest altitude gain of the adventure offers vista of dramatic surrounding and far country landscapes with high snowcapped mountains. After an exciting stop where long descend takes you at Muktinath which is above 3,800 meters high.

Muktinath literally means ‘the place for Nirvana or Liberation’. It is one of the most holy spots for both Hindu and Buddhists. Stop for overnight stay in Muktinath.
Day17
Drive to Jomsom 2, 715 m with afternoon free – 02 hrs.
Onward trip from Muktinath is Tatopani village where motor-able road reached a few years ago. Which finally makes it possible for drivers and shorten our trekking day itinerary.

Take a morning drive down towards Kaligandaki river valley, reaching the large town of Jomsom and headquarter of the Mustang area. Jomsom is home to Thakali, a flourishing people and traders on this old Trans Himalayan Salt and Caravan trade route.

Jomsom with a small airstrip and afternoon free; explore its nice streets filled with shops, stores, restaurants, nice hotels, and lodges.
Day18
Fly to Pokhara 860 m from Jomsom – 20 mins and transfer to hotel.
Our last day of the adventure completes with a short and smooth flight to reach scenic Pokhara around the warmer low area of Nepal Mid West.

Pokhara is one of the most charming places on earth, blessed with a high Annapurna range of peaks with calm lakes of Phewa and Begnas. It is the tourist hub of Nepal. On landing at Pokhara airport, transfer to the hotel by the beautiful Phewa Lake, with time to explore around interesting streets of the lakeside.
Day19
Drive or fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Depending upon size of the group, travel on Tourist Coach or in private car to reach back at Kathmandu. Morning after breakfast in Pokhara hotel, drive leads you on busy and exciting highway past farm villages and towns to Kathmandu. With time in the afternoon for leisure or engage in personal activities and shopping.

(Options to choose by air from Pokhara to reach Kathmandu 30 mins flight with panorama of mountains and dramatic landscapes.)
Day20
Depart Kathmandu for international departure homeward bound.
Finally, all good things must come to an end with grand memories and exciting experience on Nar Phu valley trekking. With last final day in Nepal a country of Himalayan wonders, our staff and guide transfer you to Kathmandu international airport for your flight home or to respective countries.

Cost Details

What's Included in Nar Phu Valley Trekking

Airport pickup and drop by private vehicle.
Kathmandu to Syange by bus.
Two night’s tourist standard twin sharing Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
One night tourist standard hotel in Pokhara after trek.
Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
Tea or Coffee during the breakfast in Mountain.
Fresh fruit every evening after the dinner.
Trekking lodge (Tea House) accommodations throughout the trek.
All necessary paper works Annapurna Conservation Area Project Entry permit and Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) permit.
All ground transports during trek with sharing basis.
Jomsom to Pokhara Flight.
Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist bus.
A highly experience, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking, Government License holder guide. All his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance are included.
Strong, helpful porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment his salary, foods, accommodation and insurance (one porter for two people)
Comprehensive medical supplies (first aid kit will be available)
Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service (paid by your Travel Insurance Company).
Use of sleeping bag, down Jacket and Duffel bag. (if you don’t have your own, need to return after trip completed).
Eco Holidays Nepal T-shirt and cap.
Government taxes and official expenses.
Nar Phu valley trek map.
Oximeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily. (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms.) Which will ensure you trek is in the safest hands possible for all levels of trekker.
Assistant guide group size above 8 + person.
Farewell dinner.

What's Excluded in Nar Phu Valley Trekking

Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu and Pokhara (Lunch and Dinner).
Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport – Kathmandu). $30 USD for 15 days Visa.
Your Travel and Medical Insurance.
International Airfare.
Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu. (If require 120 $)
Your Personal Expenses.
All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic cold and hot drinks on trek. (Those you choose to purchase along the way and during evenings in the Tea Houses).
All desserts sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
Hot shower and battery charging on the tea houses.
Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected)
Kathmandu sightseeing monument entrance fees ($25 USD per person).
Extra night hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Departure Dates & Price

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Nar Phu Valley Trekking FAQS

What is the best season for trekking in Nepal?

Well, Nepal have four good seasons in a year namely Spring (Mid Feb to May), Summer and Monsoon (rainy wet months) from mid June last till mid September, with Autumn / Falls from mid September till November months, and Winter months from December till mid February.

Trekking can be of few days to more than a month too. So, if you are looking for trekking in Nepal then choice is yours when to start your trek. If you are planning for short trekking and especially a moderate trekking for few days to a week then you can do it nearly all months of the year. But you should avoid monsoon that means months of July to August.

For adventurous and longer trekking which lasts from a week to months and involves high passes, you need to be little aware. These long trekking need more fitness and awareness because they can be little tricky and difficult. So, picking these trek-kings and picking best time of the year to do these trekking matter most for safety trekking. So, March to May and September till December is the best time for doing adventurous trekking in Nepal.

How cold will be trekking and will it be sunny or not?

It depends on which trekking region and which destination you are picking. Well, most of the days in trekking seasons are sunny with bright sunlight till afternoon time.

But be aware, Himalayan weather sometimes can be unpredictable and can get overcast with snow and rains with hailstorms on higher areas of Himalaya.

However, during March to May most of the days will be sunny. As your reach higher area it can get cloudy in the afternoon bringing chill and cold wind. Morning and night time will be much cooler around march to may at above 2,000 m.

While in moths of September to early December day will be clear with sunshine. But days will be short during these months. Morning and night time will be cold as these are the cold months in Nepal. Even in the shades you will feel cold.

How safe is trekking in Nepal?

As long, you join with reputed, local or abroad travel / adventure agents it will be a safe holiday. Because you will be well looked from arrival to departure. We provide expert guides who knows the area of trekking very well with enough knowledge to care of clients throughout the journey. We also provide strong porter who even knows better than guide in some situations.So, you will be well accompanied during your trekking. Thus trekking in Nepal is safe if everything goes well.

But sometimes it can be little harsh. The unpredictable weather, lack of well sleep, change of foods and natural calamities can make it really worse. Altitude sickness is one of the major factor of letting you down during trekking in high regions.

We used to send first aid kits with our guide, if in case yon need first-aid treatments. In some scenarios first aid treatments wont be enough. If you need medical emergency then we are always ready to provide that with helicopter rescues.

What age groups do you accept for booking?

Again this depends on the trekking destinations you are picking. If it is not the altitude trekking(more than 3000) then we even allow adult of age less tha 15.

People who wants to travel and do treks in Nepal then they need to be medically fit. They also need to have travel insurance. If it is easy and moderate trek then people who are medically advised by doctor to travel will be accepted as client.In this scenario age group will be flexible too.

But people who wants adventurous trips and trips in high Himalaya, they might be caught by AMS.(Altitude mountain sickness.)So age group will be vital with sound health condition. For these type of treks we accept booking from age group 16-70.

So, if you are travelling to Nepal then before booking with any company ask them whether they will accept you or not. Do not lie about your health issue and travel insurance.

What happens when someone is sick/ get health problem on treks?

All will be taken with well care as per the situations. For normal mild sickness, one can stay in the same place for few days and take time to recover. Do not worry, you will be looked after by our guides/staffs. After feeling better, you can continue or return back to Kathmandu city. As you may know that we used to send first aid kit with our guide/staff.For normal injury and issues the medicines inside kit will be sufficient.

For severe illness like AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness), if the symptoms does not improve and gets worse, where our guides/staffs and office in Kathmandu will organize immediate emergency evacuation by any means of transport or with quick helicopter services. The top priority remains in saving life. We will put our all effort to take to nearest medical facilities or back in Kathmandu for proper care.

What to expect on treks around Nepal Himalayas?

Nepal is well known and renowned for warm hospitality wherever you trek within Nepal Himalayas. Which literally means villager are friendly who used to respect and welcome tourists into their villages.

In lower altitude trekking destinations, your will find different culture and people with mix race. Most importantly you will see the perfect blend of both Hindu and Buddhist religions people.

The higher areas will be fully dominated by Buddhism religions with interesting culture and custom. So, you will see simple farm life and cattle herding of people

Walking into rural farm villages enriched with old traditions and colorful culture depends on the areas of trek. In Buddhism villages, you will encounter long prayer walls and monuments visiting its impressive old monasteries.

Most of the walks includes visit of local villages with friendly people in shade of high Himalayan peaks. Similarly, you will certainly be walking into cool alpine forest of tall rhododendron-magnolia-pines and fir tree lines.

Do all trekking areas have good connection to cell or land line phones?

At present most of the villages and towns even in higher remote areas do have phone communication.
Sometimes the network might not work due to Himalayan bad weather or being in deep gorge and valley blocked by hills and mountains.

But most of the time it does work. If you have your problem with your cell-phone you can use our staff’s phones or local phones.

Some higher areas will have STD and ISTD even Sat Phones. But if you require then they will charge as per minute in using local communication services?

How is electricity on route of trekking?

Is Travel Insurance necessary for the trek?

What to do to avoid altitude sickness?

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