Trip highlights
- Himalayan wilderness experience
- Explore ancient sites, Tibetan cultures, and untouched beauty
- Cross the Khangla Pass at 5,322m for panoramic views
- All-inclusive guided holiday in the Himalayas
Tucked between two famous trekking regions, Annapurna and Manaslu, Nar Phu Valley Trek is a true Himalayan wilderness experience journey. Located in the magical lands of Manang district in the Annapurna region, the Nar Phu Valley trek is one of the unique off-beaten treks in Nepal. The Nar Phu Valley trek takes you to the remote villages of Nar and Phu, which was opened up to tourists recently on late 2000. The trek combines off the beaten trekking experience, majestic Himalayan views, remote communities and a breathtaking panorama of Annapurna range from the top of Khangla Pass. With a comparatively smaller number of trekkers in this region, Nar Phu Valley is still untouched by the modern world and mass tourism. The Nar Phu Valley trek will let you explore the lifestyle of people in rural areas. Traverse through the traditional villages of the remote communities.
As the Nar Phu valley lies near the Tibetan border, you will notice the practices of Tibetan Buddhism. You will explore monasteries like the famous Tashi Lakhang Gompa in the Phu village.
The trek takes you on a beautiful journey towards the north of the famous Annapurna circuit trek. You walk past traditional village settlements, alpine grasslands, narrow canyons, and dense forests. Our trek starts off with a full day drive to Jagat, from where we will begin our trek. We follow the Annapurna circuit trail till Dharapani and branch off right from here towards Nar Phu Valley. We will spend a week in the valley trekking and exploring the ancient sites, Tibetan cultures and untouched beauty. A full day for exploration has been kept at Phu Gaon. After this, we retrace all the way back to Nar Phedi and thereafter trek towards Nar. Following very gentle uphill climb we pass through small Buddhist Chortens and prayer flags along the way to Nar. We trek up cross Khang la Pass from Nar and descend to Ngawal. At 5322 meters above the sea level, Khang La Pass is the highest point on this trek and provides panoramic views of Annapurna range.
On the last day of the trek, we trek along the Marsyangdi river, losing altitude and passing by Lower Pisang, Chame and finally reach Dharapani. From here we will return to Kathmandu.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu (1,350m) and transfer to Hotel.
Day 2: Drive to Jagat (1,290m) from Kathmandu via Bensisahar, 8-9 hours
Day 3: Trek to Dharapani (1,860m) from Jagat 6-7 hours
Day 4: Trek to Koto. (2,600m), from Dharapani 6-7 hours
Day 5: Trek to Meta (3,625m), from Koto 6-7 hours
Day 6: Trek to Phu Gaon (4,100m) from Meta 6-7 hours
Day 7: Explore Phu Gaon (4,100m), 2-3 hours
Day 8: Trek to Nar Phedi (3,490m), from Phu Gaon 6-7 hours
Day 9: Trek to Nar (4,110m), from Nar Phedi 4-5 hours
Day 10: Trek to Ngawal (3,660m) via Khangla Pass (5,322m), 8-9 hours
Day 11: Trek to Lower Pisang (3,200m) from Ngawal 5-6 hours
Day 12: Trek to Chame (2,670m) from Lower Pisang 5-6 hours
Day 13: Trek to Dharapani (1,860m) and drive to Besisahar (760m)
Day 14: Drive to Kathmandu (1350m) from Bensisahar
Day 15: Drop at the airport for the final departure
All Inclusive cost
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Group Size | price per person |
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Min 2 – Max 12 | US$ 1480 |
Customization Option
If this itinerary does not suit your need or you want to customize it, tell us about your travel needs, there is no fixed departure date, itinerary. Being a local trekking agency in Nepal we can arrange your trip according to any date and time, please Send Us A Message and we will customize it according to your itinerary.
Essential Information
Difficulty
The Nar Phu Valley Trek is considered a moderate level trek in Nepal, but it is important to note that this does not mean it is an easy trek. Nar Phu Valley Trekking is considered challenging due to its longer duration of trekking days and a maximum elevation of (5,322m) at Khangla pass. A daily average walking hour is 6-7 on this trek. Unlike other famous trekking regions of Nepal, Nar Phu Valley is still considered off the beaten so a basic sense of adventure is required on this trek. Previous experience of trekking is not required but you need to be fit and comfortable walking.
Previous Experience
No previous experience of trekking is required but you should be moderately fit and must enjoy walking and adaptable to high altitude conditions. Having a previous experience is definitely beneficial but it is not mandatory to participate in this trip. All travelers need to be in good physical health in order to participate fully on this trip. We strongly advise you to prepare yourself for the trip at least 1 months prior to your trip date by doing regular exercises, going on hiking, running, or gym. The fitter you are, the more enjoyable you will find the experience of trekking.
Best Season
The best time to do the Nar Phu Valley Trekking is during the spring: (March to May) and Autumn: (September to November) seasons. These months offer stable weather conditions, clear skies, and moderate temperatures, providing excellent trekking conditions and stunning mountain views.
Accommodation
Hotel: 2 Nights, Teahouse/Lodges: 12 Nights
On Kathmandu:
In Kathmandu, you will stay at Vajra Hotel in Kathmandu. Situated at the foot, of the Great Swyambunath Stupa. The most peaceful Vajra Hotel in the Kathmandu valley, the hotel also boasts of close Swyambunath beautiful jungle where you can relax and enjoy the greenery. Breakfast will be provided in the hotel and your accommodation will be on twin sharing basis.
Teahouse/Lodges:
Your accommodation on the trek will be on a simple mountain lodges run by the local people with basic and shared facilities. Trekking, does not need tremendous logistics in accommodation as there are many clean and friendly Lodges along the trail. Blankets are generally provided by the teahouse but we would request you to bring a sleeping bag too. Bathrooms are mostly shared and toilets are squat type in most places. We will arrange for you and your group to stay in local lodges daily. Please remember that some of them are very basic and a sense of adventure is necessary.
Meals On Trek
All meals are included during the trek. We will provide three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during the trek. The menus in the teahouses are varied, ranging from traditional Nepalese dhal bhat, Momo (Dumpling) to pizza and apple pie. During the trek, Breakfast and Dinner will be served at the teahouse/lodge where you stay and Lunch will be along the way.
Drinking Water:
We provide boiled water for drinking on all our treks. During meals, you can let the staff fill your bottle with hot water. We strongly discourage the use of single-use plastic bottles such as mineral water on all our trips. Carrying a hot water bottle is highly recommended.
Typical Day On Trek:
Daily wake up calls will be between 6.00 am to 7.00 am while on the trek. The wake-up time and breakfast time will be decided the night before during the briefing time. The time table for each day will entirely depend on your walking duration for that particular day. Tea will be served at your bed as a wake-up call. After a hearty breakfast, we set off on the day’s walk. Before breakfast, you are required to pack your duffel bag as it will be loaded by the porter while you are having your breakfast. After walk, we stop for lunch mid-day. The afternoon’s walk is generally shorter and we usually arrive at our destination in time for afternoon tea.
Baggage/Daypack for The Trek
You will only carry your day pack carrying the essential items (Water, Cameras, Extra Fleece, Rain jacket, Sunscreen, Snacks, Valuable Items etc.) that you may need during the walk. The porter will carry the rest of your gear. We provide 1 porter for every 2 participants. Similarly, during the trek, there will be 1 support guide for every 4 trekkers, who will be happy to assist you during the hiking if needed.
Group Size:
Our emphasis is always on maintaining the small group so that it will be easy to coordinate and cooperate with each other. Our group size is small and we only take up to 12 pax in one group. The size of the group varies, minimum no of persons required to operate the trip is 2 and the maximum is 15 people.
Can I Do The Nar Phu Valley Trek Alone?
Nar Phu Valley Trek falls under a controlled area as per the Government of Nepal. The region is categorised as a restricted area. To trek in this region, you need to be in a group of at least 2 accompanied by a licensed guide. So solo trekking for individual trekkers is prohibited in Nar Phu Valley Trek.
Safety On The Trek
Safety is always a priority when traveling with AlpineTrav Treks & Expeditions. Our trek itineraries are designed with every aspect in mind, allowing proper adaptability, rest days and walking hours. On all our high altitude treks, we send a comprehensive medical kit. Furthermore, we also have a high staff to customer ratio on all our treks. Read more, Safety & Security
Our Approach to Treks
Our route to trek follows a careful approach with ample time for acclimatization, less trodden route, and breathtaking sceneries along the way. With of experience in trekking in the Himalayas, we have carefully tailored each of our itineraries. We put a lot of care into all the details when it comes to executing any of your ventures. Safety is always a priority while traveling with AlpineTrav Treks & Expeditions and we have applied this strictly on our approach.
Travel Insurance
It’s mandatory and highly recommended to get travel insurance before embarking on any adventurous trips in Nepal. We advise all our clients to get travel insurance that covers up emergency helicopter evacuation that may be needed in case of the occurrence of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) or any other reasons in high altitudes where there are no other means of transportation available. It is advisable to review carefully the insurance and its coverages before making the final decision. More information: Travel Insurance
Passport, Visa and Entry Requirements
Passport: All foreign visitors to Nepal must possess a valid passport with a minimum of 6 months validity beyond their planned departure date. Nepal visa can be obtained on arrival at Kathmandu airport (Tribhuvan International Airport) or you can obtain Nepal visa prior to your arrival through the Nepalese embassies, diplomatic missions and consulates near your location. Nepal Visa is also issued at the entry points if you are entering Nepal by land.
Airport Pickup & Drop:
We will provide airport pickup and drop-off according to your flight schedule. Your airport transfers are organized based on the flight information you provide to us. If there is a change in your flight schedule, please inform us promptly, and we will adjust the transfers accordingly.