Nar Phu Valley Trek

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A fantastic journey to the wild and unexplored vicinity located north of Annapurna, this rugged and wild trek takes us to the exotic and enthralling valley of Nar Phu. Nar Phu Valley trek starts from Jagat following the popular trekking routes of Annapurna Circuit trail and then branch off from Koto to follow the off the beaten track to Nar Phu valley in the ...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Trek to the unexplored surroundings of the Annapurna region
    • Trek through the rugged and wild trails to the enthralling valley of Nar Phu
    • Enjoy the dramatic mountain views of the high snow peaks and ancient villages
    • Observe the medieval Tibetan culture in the hidden mountain valley

What's this trip about?

    A fantastic journey to the wild and unexplored vicinity located north of Annapurna, this rugged and wild trek takes us to the exotic and enthralling valley of Nar Phu. Nar Phu Valley trek starts from Jagat following the popular trekking routes of Annapurna Circuit trail and then branch off from Koto to follow the off the beaten track to Nar Phu valley in the north of Manang and pass the Kang La pass with magnificent panorama of Annapurna massifs. The Kang La pass links Nar with Manang and three other Bhotia villages in the Neyshang valley. The valley system above opens up to a huge expanse of high snow-peaks, ancient villages and high altitude grazing settlements. Trekking to this hidden mountain valley offers medieval Tibetan culture in undisturbed form, dramatic mountains view and great alpine sceneries. We then head west over the Thorong La Pass and down through lower Mustang before heading on to Jomsom. We finally fly back to Pokhara and drive back to Kathmandu next day.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeUp to 65 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityKathmandu, Nepal
End CityKathmandu, Nepal

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Nepal

Attractions

  • Kathmandu
  • Pokhara

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Trekking

Trip includes

    • Accommodation in Standard Hotels on Twin Sharing Basis
    • Equipment
    • Domestic Flights
    • Local Guide & Support Staffs
    • All Private Ground Transportation Including Airport Transfers
    • Meals in the Mountain
    • Small-Group Adventure
    • Guaranteed Departures
    • Lifetime Deposit
    • No Booking Fee

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel (Yatri Suites and Spa)

Maximum Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft

Upon our arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, we will be greeted by a representative from Himalayan Glacier who will take us t...

Day 2: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel (Yatri Suites and Spa)

Maximum Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft

Today after breakfast we start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu which are also listed as UNESCO Wor...

Day 3: Kathmandu to Jagat Drive

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 1,410m/4,626ft

We begin our journey at early dawn as we have a long drive ahead of us. We head-start right after breakfast and leave Kathmandu aro...

Day 4: Jagat to Dharapani

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 1,410m/4,626ft

Hiking: 7-8 hrs

Upon breakfast, we slowly begin our trek today. The trail from Jagat descends until it reaches the river and...

Day 5: Dharapani to Koto

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 2,610m/8,563ft

Hiking: 5-6 hrs

We begin our trek in the morning towards Bagarchhap which takes about one hour passing through pine and fir ...

Day 6: Koto to Meta

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 3,560m/11,680ft

Hiking: 7-8 hrs

In the morning, we register our restricted area permit at the Police Check Post. Then we trek through the R...

Day 7: Meta to Phu Gaon

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 4,250m/13,944ft

Hiking: 7-8 hrs

We start our day traversing up and down and crossing suspension bridges over different streams. After almos...

Day 8: Acclimatization at Phu Gaon

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 4,250m/13,944ft

Today is the scheduled acclimatization day whereby we are suggested to rest and get acclimatized with the altitude. As we are in t...

Day 9: Phu Gaon to Nar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 4,110m/13,485ft

Hiking: 6-7 hrs

The trail descends passing many streams and suspension bridges until Mahendra Pul which takes about 4 hours...

Day 10: Acclimatization and preparation at Nar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 4,110m/13,485ft

This is the second scheduled acclimatization/rest day for this trek. We spend the day taking a day hike nearby and explore Nar village and have a close look over the local culture and lifestyle. We also prepare for the trek next day. Overnight in Nar.

Day 11: Nar to Kang La Pass to Ngwal

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 3,660m/12,008ft

Hiking: 7-8 hrs

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

Day 12: Ngwal to Manang

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 3,519m/11,546ft

Hiking: 4-5 hrs

From Ngwal, we head for Manang today. We pass through the isolated village of Paugh overlooking the amazing...

Day 13: Manang to Yak Kharka

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 4,110m/13,485ft

Hiking: 3-4 hrs

From Manang village, the trail crosses a stream, climbs to a village of Tenki above Manang, and then contin...

Day 14: Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 4,110m/13,485ft

Hiking: 3-4 hrs

We make our way to the foot of the pass, Throng Phedi today. Thorong Phedi is a small busy settlement cater...

Day 15: Thorong Phedi to Thorong La to Muktinath

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 5,416m/17,770ft

Hiking: 7-8 hrs

Crossing the arduous Thorong La Pass at a dizzying height of 5,416m/17,764ft is another highlight of this t...

Day 16: Muktinath to Jomsom

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 2,700m/8,859ft

Hiking: 5-6 hrs

We begin descending down the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge through the arid land. We pass by Jharkot and Khing...

Day 17: Jomsom to Pokhara Flight

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel (Mount Kailash Resort)

Maximum Altitude: 827m/2,713ft

Flight: 30 Min

After breakfast we fly to Pokhara. The scenic flight takes us through the gorge of the two huge mountains, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. ...

Day 18: Pokhara to Kathmandu

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel (Yatri Suites and Spa)

Maximum Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft

Driving: 5-6 hrs

Today, after breakfast, we drive back to Kathmandu. After reaching Kathmandu, we will be transferred to our hotel. The...

Day 19: Final departure from Nepal

Meals: Breakfast

Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today! A Himalayan Glacier 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.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,590
Price per day$189
Last Updated: 12/17/2021

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Himalayan Glacier Adventure Reviews & Ratings

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Sarah

Mar 2021

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Great trek, great guide

Thank you for organizing such an excellent trek for us. Our guide too was great; always encouraging us to take that next step to reach our destination. Without him, ...

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Brett

Oct 2019

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Extremely awesome and more to it

Three friends and I did the Nar Phu Valley trek and our guide was Shankar who did a fantastic job in leading us through the forested trail and the beautiful villages...

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Debra

Oct 2019

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Comfortable Nar Phu Trek

Everything went as planned. Nar Phu sounded quite strange until we came to know during our trek that these were two different beautiful villages on the trail. Himala...

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Chris

May 2019

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Worth the price

At first, I was disturbed by the price of trekking set by Himalayan Glacier. I was close to canceling the trip, but then they customized my trip fitting into my budg...

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Georgia

May 2019

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Fabulous Nar Phu Trek

Getting to Nar and Phu and then to the Kanga La Pass and Thorong La Pass was an eye-opening experience. This trek showed me a new side of life and how even strangers...

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Simon

May 2023

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Wonderful trip to Bhutan

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights

Accommodation

,We will be staying in   Yatri Suites & Spa or similar in Kathmandu and Mount Kailash Resort in Pokhara. While trekking, we will be accommodated in the best available guest houses. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis. However, single supplement are also available which will cost an additional USD 360.
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Meals Included
  • 18 Breakfasts, 14 Lunches and 16 Dinners
Age Requirements
Up to 65 years
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Trip ID
himala-NarPhuHim

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