Nar Phu Valley Trek

Once in a lifetime experience of trekking through the Nar Phu & Annapurna Circuit

Trip Facts

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Moderate
  • Group Size: 2 - 10 in Group
  • Trip Type: Tea House Trekking
  • Best Season: March-June | Sept - Dece
  • Food: As Per Itinerary
  • Transport: Bus | Flight
  • Max Elevation: 5,416m | 17769ft

Highlights

  • Trekking to the unexplored surroundings of the Annapurna region
  • Last visited by trekkers in this virgin country with an amazing panorama of mountains
  • In the remote highlands were elusive and rare snow leopard and Blue Sheep habitats
  • Exploring ancient Buddhist culture and old monasteries around Nar-Phu villages
  • From warm rice paddies to alpine zone and around remote arctic climatic landscapes
  • Hike to off the beaten trail and explore similar Tibetan cultural heritage
  • Trek through the rugged and wild trails to the enthralling valley of Nar Phu
  • Witness the medieval Tibetan culture in the hidden mountain valley
  • Crossing high passes trekking through Thorong La 5,416m
  • Mountain flight to Pokhara from Jomsom

About Nar Phu Valley Trek

Nar Phu Valley Trek offers a lifetime adventure journey with delightful landscapes. It extends to the Annapurna Circuit Trek, where this last Shangri-La lies hidden on the northern Annapurna and south of the Damodar Himalaya ranges, at an altitude above 3,500m. Explore narrow valleys toward Tibet.

Our expert guide and eighteen days Nar Phu Valley and Annapurna circuit trekking itineraries lead you on a fascinating journey on the off-beaten track for a week after diverting from the main Annapurna circuit route, as this trek leads to remote and hidden corners of Western Himalaya in complete isolation and wilderness. The trekking permits you to cross the Thorong La Pass 5,416m is the highest altitude point on this hiking route, during the winter season, crossing these passes will be difficult and you need an experienced trek guide who has done this route several times.

Trekking to Nar Phu Valley has been open to travelers for the last two decades, but few have ventured into this virgin country, hidden behind massive mountains and away from the main trekking route. This lovely, adventurous Nar Phu Valley Trek starts with an overall drive to Mid-West Nepal at Lamjung district through Besishar. Then, it follows the raging Marsyangdi River upstream to Dharapani village in the Manang area.

The walk begins by leaving the main Annapurna circuit trail a Koto near the main town of Chame and slowly heading into a gorge of Dharmasala and Meta settlement to reach our destination at Phu villages, exploring its old Tibetan-type villages of similar culture and then heading to another area at Nar village.

After an enjoyable time in the complete wilderness, we crossed the high Kang-la pass (5,322m) to reach the main Annapurna circuit route in Manang village. Our marvelous Nar Phu Valley Lodge Trek concluded at Manang, as per your requirement. We will guide you via Throng La pass or support your arrangement of transportation back to Kathmandu.

Best season to do this trek: Spring (March - April, and Autumn (September - November) are beautiful months however, our experienced adventure team operates the trek year around. The trek requires fitness, good trekking boots, warm clothing, and a sleeping bag plus a day pack, sunscreen, and a camera. Our trek cost included the hotel, lodge, transport, guide, porter, and trek meals 3 times a day.

Itinerary

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Upon our arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, we will be greeted by a representative from Nepal Spirit Adventure. The representative will pick you up from the Airport and transfer you to the hotel. Depending on your Kathmandu arrival schedule, we will do a question-and-answer session about the Nar Phu Vally trekking. If you are coming during the night, we can discuss it the next day while you have a complete rest day in Kathmandu.

Standard service includes: Airport pick up by private vehicle and hotel in Kathmandu

  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Location: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1315m | 4314ft
  • Transportation: Private Vehicle

Breakfast is included in the tour-trekking package, today is a complete rest and free day in Kathmandu, after breakfast, we'll brief you in detail about the Nar Phu Valley trekking package you may have questions about the tour and settle the trekking equipment, or if you're interesting for going the Kathmandu UNESCO World Heritage site day tour, we organize this tour at a reasonable cost. You can visit the following major places for a day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley.

1. Swayambhunath temple/stupa/monkey temple

2. Kathmandu Durbar Square (Hanuman Dhoka, Basantapur, Kumari Temple

3. Bouddanath Stupa

4. Pashupatinath Temple

Standard service includes: Hotel & breakfast

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Location: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1315m | 4314ft

Received a packed breakfast, and a taxi ride to the bus station to catch a bus for Besisahar is approximately 175 km and requires between 5 to six hours with an interesting overland drive towards Nepal mid west, leading to Beshishar town (headquarters of Lamjung district). From here transfer to another local vehicle and continue to drive on a dirt road passing villages of Khudi, Bhulbhule, and Ngadi following the Marsyangdi River upstream, from here drive continues through rice terrace fields and villages to Syange a small village, and then climbs towards cooler alpine area at Jagat overnight in tea house.

Standard service included: Bus, local shared jeep, lunch, dinner, and lodge

  • Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Jagat
  • Altitude: 1100m | 3608ft

After breakfast, we slowly begin our trek today. The trail from Jagat descends until it reaches the river and then continues through a lush forest. Further ascent leads to a sharp-edged cliff facing the riverbank. En route, Chyamje comes into the picture amidst the glorious backdrop of towering Annapurna mountain ranges. After crossing a suspension bridge, we climb steeply toward the slippery and physically challenging path to Seattle. On treading along a succession of rock-strewn trails, we descend to a grassy riverbank that leads to Tal. As we walk away from Tal, the path becomes rugged and winding. Then we approach the steep forested village of Karte. Meandering along the waterfalls and cliffs, we finally reach Dharapani after crossing a suspension bridge. Overnight in Dharapani.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Dharapani
  • Altitude: 1960m | 6430ft

The second day of the hike starts in a cool rhododendron and pine forest passing the villages of Bagachap and Danque, then to Timang village from here onwards into more Buddhist area, with a superb view of Mt. Manaslu (8,163m/26,781ft), from this village few hours trek leads to Koto village for overnight stop, just close distance from Chame town headquarter of Manang district. From Koto where the trek to Nar & Phu starts on leaving the main Annapurna circuit trail.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Location: Dharpani
  • Altitude: 2670m | 8759ft

In the morning, we register our restricted area permit at the Police Check Post. Then we trek through the Riverbank of Soti Khola again through wonderful pine forests, streams, and suspension and reach Dharmasala. We have our packed lunch on the way. We then continue the trek through forests and ascend steeply towards Meta village. Finally, we arrive in the Tibetan Plateau where we have a very good view of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal. Overnight in Meta.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Meta
  • Altitude: 3560m | 11680ft

We start our day traversing up and down and crossing suspension bridges over different streams. After almost 4 hours of trek, we reach Kyang where we can see the remnants, particularly the ruined forts of the Khampa settlement (the place where Khampa refugees from Tibet once captured and lived). We further keep walking past the Phu Khola on a rocky trail and finally reach the Phu village in another 3 to 4 hours. Overnight in Phu Gaon.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Phu Gaon
  • Altitude: 4250m | 13944ft

Today is the scheduled acclimatization day whereby we are suggested to rest and get acclimatized to the altitude. As we are in the Lost/Hidden Valley, we can explore the culture, natural diversity, and religious practices of ethnic groups like Lama, Gurung, and Ghale here. Besides this, we can trace out how people make their survival depending on agriculture, animal breeding, and seasonal migrations in such a remote location or the hidden valley. It is also the day for us to explore the Tashi Lakhang Monastery – the old Buddhist Monastery listed out of the 108 world’s great Buddhist Monasteries; it is supposed to be the last monastery constructed by Karmapa Rinpoche. Apart from exploring the cultural avenues of the Lost Valley, the valley also offers us a great view of Himlung Himal and other snow peaks in the region. Overnight at Phu Gaon.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Phu Gaon
  • Altitude: 4250m | 13944ft

The trail descends passing many streams and suspension bridges until Mahendra Pul which takes about 4 hours. We pass the high suspension bridge 80m over the Gorge of Lapche River. We have lunch in Mahendra Pul. After lunch, the trail steeply ascends passing many Buddhist stupas until Nar Village which takes about 2 hours. We find several Buddhist Monasteries here to visit coupled with the glorious vistas of Pisang Peak and other small peaks. Overnight in Nar.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Nar
  • Altitude: 4110m | 13484ft

Today is an adventurous day with a long day hike so we get up early in the morning and head to Kangla Pass. From the high pass, we can see the Annapurna massif. We further trek down to Ngwal from there. Overnight in Ngwal.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Ngwal
  • Altitude: 5322m | 17460ft

From Ngwal, we head for Manang today. We pass through the isolated village of Paugh overlooking the amazing views of the Annapurna range. We then move gently uphill to Mungli and then to the main trail of Annapurna Trail at Mungli. We eventually reached Manang, where we set up our camps for an overnight stay.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Manang
  • Altitude: 3540m | 11614ft

From Manang village, the trail crosses a stream, climbs to the village of Tenki above Manang, and then continues to climb out of the Marshyangdi Valley turning northwest up the valley of Jarsang Khola. The trail follows this valley northward, passing a few pastures, and a scrub of juniper trees, as it steadily gains elevation. The trail further passes near the small village of Ghunsa, a cluster of flat mud roofs just below the trailhead. Now the trail goes through meadows where horses and yaks graze. After crossing a small river on a wooden bridge, the trail passes an ancient Mani wall in a pleasant meadow and then reaches another small village of Yak Kharka. Overnight at Yak Kharka.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Yak Kharka
  • Altitude: 4,210 m | 13,812ft

We make our way to the foot of the pass, Throng Phedi today. Thorong Phedi is a small busy settlement catering to the needs of tired trekkers and climbers. Trekkers like us use this point as a base camp. Some visitors also attempt a hike to the High Camp today so that the next day can be easier for them. But, Nepal Spirit Adventure’s team leader does not advise this. Although we will have a tough day tomorrow, we stop at Thorong Phedi so that we can have sound sleep at a lower altitude rather than risking sleeping at a higher altitude at High Camp. Overnight at Thorong Phedi.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Thorong Phedi
  • Altitude: 4,450 m | 14,450 feet

Crossing the arduous Thorong La Pass at a dizzying height of 5,416m/17,764ft is another highlight of this trek. An early start is important to go through the icy high-altitude trail. But the picturesque mountain vistas more than compensate for the strenuous walk through the grueling trail. We reach Muktinath by sunset which is an important pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists. We can stroll around the area which hosts a Vishnu temple and a Monastery nearby. Overnight at Muktinath.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Muktinath
  • Altitude: 3,800 m | 12,467 ft

We begin descending the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge through the arid land. We pass by Jharkot and Khingar villages which have typical Tibetan architecture. Following the valley floor most of the way sprawled along the banks of the Kali Gandaki, we reach Jomsom. Overnight in Jomsom.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and lodge

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Location: Jomsom
  • Altitude: 2,700m | 8,859ft

After breakfast, we fly to Pokhara for approximately 25/30 minutes. The scenic flight takes us through the gorge of the two huge mountains, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. On arrival at Pokhara airport, we will be transferred to the lakeside hotel. We get some rest and explore the beauty of Pokhara Valley in the evening. We leisurely walk along the bank of Fewa Lake, the second biggest lake of Nepal while admiring the mountain view of Machhapuchhare. You can also go for a boat ride in Fewa Lake or take a short hike to the World Peace Pagoda. We can end the day with a stroll around the mesmerizing lakeside area overnight in a hotel.

Standard service includes: Flight, breakfast, lunch, dinner and hotel

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Location: Pokhara
  • Altitude: 8,20 m | 2,690

Today, after breakfast, we drive back to Kathmandu. After reaching Kathmandu, we will be transferred to our hotel. There is nothing to do but trade emails with travel companions and organize our photos. We can spend the evening leisurely or perhaps catch up on some last-minute shopping. Either way, we celebrate the successful completion of our journey with a farewell dinner in the evening. Overnight at Kathmandu.

Standard service includes: Breakfast, bus, lunch and hotel

  • Meals: B L
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Location: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1,315m | 4,314ft

Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today! A Nepal Spirit Adventure representative will escort us to the airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight. On our way home, we have plenty of time to plan our next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal. OR if you're going to stay long you might be happy to spend a couple of days more in Pokhara or travel to the Chitwan jungle safari, we're pleased to share the information.

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    Cost Details

    • Private transportation for arrival and departure (International & domestic)
    • Three-night hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast (twin shared bed)
    • Kathmandu to Jagat by bus
    • Special trekking permit for Nar Phu Valley
    • Annapurna trekking route permit (Conservation)
    • Lodge accommodation during the trekking
    • Hygenic meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a  cup of tea or coffee
    • Experience trekking guide including his daily wages: Transportation, food, lodge, salary, and insurance
    • One trek porter for two trekkers including his daily wages: Transportation, food, lodge, salary, and insurance
    • Trekking equipment: Sleeping bag, down jacket and duffel bag
    • Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara
    • One-night hotel in Pokhara with breakfast
    • From Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist
    • A comprehensive medical kit
    • Travel and rescue arrangements
    • All government and local taxes
    • Personal expenses alcoholic/nonalcoholic drinks, extra tea coffee battery recharge, extra porters bottled or boiled water, hot shower, heater, and phone calls, etc.
    • Travel insurance & Rescue operation
    • Personal trekking equipment
    • Tips for guides and porters
    • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
    • Food and extra nights in a hotel in Kathmandu (due to an early return from a trek, or an extended stay in Nepal)
    • International flight ticket
    • Nepal visa fee

    Dates & Prices

    Departure note

    Online published trip departure dates are confirmed for organizing the treks. If the date isn't convenient for you we're happy to open a new trip date, private trek can organize all the seasons in a year.

     

    Departure DateStatusPriceNote  
    23 Feb, 2025 - 12 Mar, 2025AvailableUS$1390Confirm
    27 Feb, 2025 - 16 Mar, 2025AvailableUS$1390Confirm

    Useful Information

    Upon Arrival In Nepal

    On arrival in Nepal at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International airport, our airport representative or staff will receive you as per your flight landing hours with your name on the display board of Nepal Spirit Adventure then transfer to your respective hotels in Kathmandu. Afternoon or evening time we will review and discuss with much information regarding your trip itinerary and include/excluded services as per the trip itinerary is chosen, at the same time introduce your guide who will help you with the final preparation for your trek as well as you may have a question and answer about the trip.

    Accommodation In Kathmandu

    We provide 3*** stars tourist standard hotels in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing basis with breakfast. If you are trekking in groups joining a basis, you will share a room with someone of the same gender from your group. If you prefer a single room supplement in Kathmandu and on-route trekking, you can request the single supplement (which will be an extra cost besides the trip price stated). We can also help you to book at different deluxe star category hotels on request for more details and information please feel free to contact us.

    Accommodation In Trek

    We provide accommodation in tea houses (mountain lodge+ homestay). A Tea House is a combination of a guest house, restaurant, and social hang out. The rooms are with twin beds and little additional furniture like small tables or chairs. Blankets are generally provided (we recommend that you carry your own sleeping bags). Most bathrooms are common with squatting (Asian) toilets or of western comfort with sitting toilets. Most of the lodges have hot water for showers, but with extra charge in using hot showers.

    Trekking Foods

    As per your booking Trek to Nar Phu Valley, full board meals are included (breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided). We provide food from these local lodge/tea houses as per choices on the menu. Breakfast and dinner were provided at the same tea house/lodge while lunch would be on the trail. Every Tea House serves the traditional Nepali meal Dal Bhat (rice and lentils), and as well a variety of different food items, such as rice, seasonable vegetables, noodles, potatoes, and soups. Soft drinks, snacks, and beer are available in most of the Tea House restaurants. A variety of cereals, bread, and eggs dishes are generally available for breakfast.

    Safe Drinking Water

    Along the trek, safe drinking water is very important while we are on high altitude journey. We recommend that one should drink at least 3-4 liters of water a day (this helps from de-hydration and altitude problem AMS). As long as possible we recommend you buy sealed packed mineral water and can buy it from every local shop and lodge. Remember! river, spring, and tap water are free, we should not recommend you directly drink it even water looks very clean, can not drink with adding water purification pills or filter then will be suitable to drink. You can buy also boiled water from every lodge. Boiled water and sealed packed water cost $1-3$ dollars per letter and its cost also depends on where we are from the sea level. So, you need to prepare and pack the extra cost for all the table drinks.

    Health & Fitness Required

    Health and physical fitness is the most important part of travel and in participating in trek and hiking. If you do not have previous trekking experience as required, you can start with a morning walking exercise or cycling for weeks or months before/after booking the trip with us, if you have previous trekking and climbing experience it will add a plus point on the trek chosen, most of the trek is non-technical effort walks. The highest height gain on this trip is at 5,360m is Gokyo Ri Top above sea level. The walk involves lots of ups and down, walking through local villages, farmlands, terraces, and riverside as long as you have energy walking for 4- 6 hours a day, and if you are qualified for the trek but still requires moderate health and fitness. We strongly advise travelers to consult their medical doctor before traveling and do a regular check-up and hand the report to us while booking a trip with us.

    Our Experience Trekking Crews

    Nepal is a mountainous country walk takes you to a remote region, it is necessary that you are accompanied by an experienced and qualified guide and leaders for a safe journey and making the trip a success. We at Nepal Spirit Adventure employ native trekking guides and porters who are trained and qualified for this type of trip and have worked with us for a long time.

    Our experienced guide provides with much local information and offers you advice on how to use your free time and by coordinating day to day events of the tour, although (sometimes) he might need you to understand that if things do not go according to our plan set. Our trek guides are fully trained and licensed by Nepal Government, certified by TAAN and Nepal Mountaineering Association.

    All our trekking and climbing guides are well qualified and highly experienced with 9- 10 years on this job. We provide training for our staff yearly on medical and climbing, with their efficiency, and cheerful attitude, providing helps, information and the needs of the guests of nationalities.

    Assuring that all our trips are well managed by the expert team of tourism professionals all our guides have a good knowledge regarding the culture and customs of the routes on trekking and tours, share experience and cultural insights of the country that’s missed out in travel guide books. During your time with us, you will have time to learn Nepali phrases and other cultural aspects during the journey. As we organize varied treks in Nepal Himalaya, on group trekking we provide a trek leader with an assistance leader on each trekking depending upon the size of the groups.

    This ensures safe travel with us as our guide/assistance guides get any health medical problem, we still have other main guides and leaders to run the trip smooth as per our standard itinerary. To make the trip enjoyable and pleasant we provide one guide to support and carry your bags among two people with one Sherpa helper in certain conditions.

    Caring Porter

    Our porter is fully equipped with warm gear and insured on each trip by the company. We take care of our staff/porter's welfare as well as the client’s safeties.
    We closely work with (PAC) Porters Association International Act. We allow maximum load to be carried by our porter with 20 to 25 KG and make sure that your trekking duffel-kit bag should not be more than 20-25 KG.

    Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is a must and necessary that you are insured when booking trips with Nepal Spirit Adventure. Insurance protections should cover Travel / Medical sufficiently as well as emergency and immediate rescue evacuation by any means of transportation including helicopters on medical ground.
    As well as covering against loss or theft of your belonging and valuables and please make sure the insurance covers all the activities that you will be undertaking during your stay in Nepal such as Trekking and Climbing including other trips and adventure sports.

    Nepal Spirit Adventure holds no responsibility and liability in case of loss, theft, or damage to your belongings. We also let you know that Nepalese insurance companies do not have a travel insurance policy for foreign nationals. They have this policy only for Nepalese nationals. We advise you when you travel to Nepal please bring your insurance documents it is top important.

    Re-Charging Batteries of Electronic Items on The Trek

    We can recharge your batteries, devices with electricity or solar power sources. In Nepal 220 240 volts 50 MHZ (50 Cycles per Second) power is supplied. Just need to have a plug adaptor in case of socket fitting, which you can buy in Kathmandu before the trip since the plugs in Nepal might be different. You might have to pay a small amount of fee/hour for using recharging facilities.

    Group Size

    We organize any route of Nepal trek with fixed departure basis or private trip, To get Nar Phu Valley Trek the minimum to require 02 maximum group size is 10 or more on request. We can also organize a private trip to a solo person with a single supplement cost. Else, join our estimated group departure dates available online market or ask us with your personal suitable flexible dates, we will open group date on the same date.