Nar Phu Valley Trek
The Nar Phu Valley Trek is a remote and culturally rich trek located in the Annapurna region of Nepal. Officially opened to trekkers in 2003, this trail takes you into the hidden valleys of Nar and Phu, which are heavily influenced by Tibetan culture and lifestyle. The trek combines high mountain passes, ancient monasteries, yak pastures, and medieval Tibetan-style villages, offering an experience very different from the popular Annapurna Circuit.
Highlights
- Exploration of the isolated Nar & Phu villages with centuries-old Buddhist traditions.
- Crossing the Kang La Pass (5,320 m) with panoramic views of Annapurna II, Gangapurna, Tilicho Peak, and more.
- Less crowded trails with authentic Himalayan lifestyle exposure.
- Side trips to Tashi Lhakhang Monastery, Phu Monastery, and yak pastures.
- Combination of raw wilderness, deep gorges, and snow-capped peaks.
Basic Information
- Destination
- Duration
- Start / End Location
- Accommodation Type
- Difficulty Level
- Max Altitude
- Age Limit
- Transportation Mode
- Nar Phu valley
- 15 Days
- Kathmandu / Kathmandu
- Teahouses/Lodges during trek, Hotels in KTM
- Strenuous
- 5320M
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Best Season
Best Season: 🍂 Autumn (Sept–Nov) → for clear skies, stable weather, and safe trekking. Second Best: 🌸 Spring (Mar–May) → for flowers and moderate weather.
Inclusions
- Airport picks up and transports by private Car/Jeep.
- Two night's standard twin sharing Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Three meals a day (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
- Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar by Bus, to Koto by sharing Jeep, and from Muktinath to Pokhara by Local bus.
- Pokhara to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus.
- One night accommodation in a selected hotel in Pokhara with Breakfast.
- Tea House/ Lodge accommodation including meals Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner during trek.
- Government License holder Sherpa Expedition and Trekking experienced and qualified trek leader (guide), assistant trekking guide, (8 or above trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
- Nar Phu Valley Special Permit
- Use of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag and walking poles (if you don’t have your own, to be returned after trip completed).
- Strong, helpful Sherpa porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment, his salary, food, accommodation, and insurance (one porter for two people).
- Coverage of guides and porters meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, and other necessary equipment.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) Fee.
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card fee.
- Government taxes and official expenses.
- Trip achievement certificate after successful trip completion.
- Oxygen meter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) which will ensure your health during the trek.
- Assistant guide for groups of 8 or more people.
Tour Plan
- Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport
- Transfer to hotel
- Meals: Dinner (if arriving before evening)
- Overnight in Hotel in Kathmandu
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa & Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight in Hotel in Kathmandu
- Scenic drive along the Trishuli & Marshyangdi River valleys
- Lunch at Besisahar
- Off-road jeep ride to Dharapani
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight at Dharapani
- Trek through pine forests and traditional villages like Timang
- Mountain views: Manaslu & Annapurna ranges
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight at Koto
- Enter Nar Phu Valley after registering at police check post
- Forested trail along the Nar Khola river
- Cross suspension bridges, climb to Meta
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight at Meta
- Walk past Chyakhu and Kyang ruins
- Wide open valley with colorful chortens and cliffs
- Final ascent to traditional Phu village
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight Phu Village
- Optional hike to Himlung Himal Base Camp (4,920 m) – 5/6 hours round trip
- Explore Tashi Lhakhang Monastery and Phu village culture
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight at Phu Village
- Return journey down the valley
- Scenic landscapes and canyons
- Overnight at monastery guesthouse in Nar Phedi
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight in Monastery at Nar Phedi
- Steep trail ascent through pastureland
- Arrival at culturally rich Nar village with ancient Buddhist chortens
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight at Nar Village
- Early morning ascent to Kang La Pass – panoramic views of Annapurna II, Gangapurna
- Long descent to Ngawal
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight at Ngawal
- Leisurely trek through Braga Monastery and Marsyangdi Valley
- View of Gangapurna Lake & Glacier
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight at Manang
- Walk along the lower trail for lush forest scenery and views of Annapurna II
- Explore Upper & Lower Pisang
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight at Pisang
- Scenic drive along the Marsyangdi River
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight in Lodge/Hotel at Besisahar
- Return via Prithvi Highway
- Lunch en route
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight in Hotel in Kathmandu
- Transfer to airport for departure
- Meals: Breakfast