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Nar Phu Valley Trek

18 Days Starting in Kathmandu and ending in kathmandu

Visiting: Kathmandu, Jagat, Dharapani, Koto, Meta, Phu Gaun, Nar, Ngawal, Manang, Yak Kharka, Thorong Phedi, Muktinath, Jomsom, Tatopani, Pokhara

Tour operator:

Sherpa Expedition & Trekking

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Challenging

Age range:

0-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours, Luxury, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking

Activities:

Snow and Ski Activities, Trekking, Walking

From:

$1850

$1758 (USD) The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$93

Tour Overview

The Nar Phu Valley trek just opened in 2003 and still remains a relatively less trekker’s visit area in the Annapurna region. This hidden valley requires a special permit to enter. Located just off the Annapurna Circuit route, the path to Nar Phu explores remote villages, Tibetan-like peoples, forests, narrow canyons, Buddhist monasteries, Gompa, and majestic mountains. A bridge over the Marshyangdi River brings the trail to the steep portals of the Nar Phu Valley, which is easy to miss. Once through the narrow, forested ‘entrance’ a whole other world awaits. This trek is not like another trek as long as on some other treks, 5-6 hours, it is a challenging trek: require a good fitness level is a must and previous trekking experience is recommended. Among the amazing rock formations and glaciers, the Himalayas that are seen along this trail including, Mt. Manaslu (8,163m), Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m), and Mt. Annapurna I (8,091m) and other numerous mountain peaks. We start our trek from Jagat after driving there from Kathmandu. We hike on the Annapurna circuit route to Koto up to Meta from there we will cross the bridge over the Marshyangdi river leading to Nar Phu Valley. The narrow forest entrance opens up to a huge expansion of snow-capped peaks of mountains Kang Garu and Pisang and several others, ancient villages, ruins, and monasteries We will also come across yaks and blue sheep. Then after we explore the alpine valley over Phu and Nar Gaon and cross the Kang la to Manang, we will see great views of Annapurna II, Gangapurna, Tilicho peak. Then we cross the Thorong La pass and head to Muktinath, Jomsom, after a final stop at Tatopani to relax in the hot springs we drive to Pokhara then back to Kathmandu. The best time to trek to Nar Phu Valley is from March to May and September to Mid-December.

Highlights

Experience a part of the Tibetan plateau that extends down into Nepal
Reach 5416m over Thorong La, the highest point of the trek
Stay in ancient villages that have seen little change over the centuries
Visit Annapurna's most remote and untouched region
Visit the renowned Tashi Lhakhang Gompa

Places You'll See

Nar Phu Valley Trek

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Day 1 : Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350M) & Transfer To Hotel.

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

As you arrive at Kathmandu Airport (Tribhuvan International Airport), finish your custom formalities (visa, etc.), and get to the airport waiting terminal, you will find Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representative waiting to greet you. He/she will be holding Sherpa Expedition and Trekking signboard. You will be then transferred to your hotel in our private tourist vehicle. You can either rest in your hotel or you can do shopping for a trek around Thamel.

Day 2 : Drive From Kathmandu- Besisahar- Jagat (1300M) Duration: 7-9 Hours.

Location: Jagat

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, No Meals

After morning breakfast, We start your journey to Western Nepal via a Local bus to Besisahar. Besisahar is the headquarter of the Lamjung district. It takes about six to seven hours to reach there by bus. Microbus or bus takes you faster. From Besisahar, you take a Jeep through the beautiful countryside to Jagat. It takes about 2 hours to drive through a dusty road to reach Jagat.

Day 3 : Trek From Jagat To Dharapani (1,860M) Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: Dharapani

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today after breakfast we start our trek, we cross a suspension bridge and after a steep climb up we enter the vicinity of the Manang region at the village named Tal, where we will see several waterfalls forming a river by the sandy beaches. Then after we follow trails through barley, rice, and potato fields. And pass through the village of Kodo then after we cross a suspension bridge, and after a short hike of the stone Kani, we reach Dharapani. We will spend our night at Dharapani.

Day 4 : Trek From Dharapani To Koto (2,610M) Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: Koto

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leaving Dharapani, we will enter Nar Phu Valley which will take us around five to six hours. We will trek through pine and forests, monasteries, and villages to Bargarchhap. we can enjoy the stunning mountains views of Annapurna II and Mt Manaslu and other peaks along the way. The paths continue through pine forests till Latamarang which takes about one and a half hours. Finally, we will arrive at Koto, a small village inhabited by Gurung communities. We will spend our night at koto Village.

Day 5 : Trek From Koto To Meta (3,560M) Duration: 7-8 Hours.

Location: Meta

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leaving Koto, After registering our restricted area permit at the police check post, we will trek along the banks of Soti Khola through wonderful pine forests, pass bridges and cascading waterfall and reach Dharamshala which takes about five hours. from Dharmaslala the woods become thinner and the vistas get wider. Then after continue trekking for about one and a half hours through forest ascending steeply till Meta village on the Tibetan Plateau. The views of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal look great from Meta. We will stay in Meta at the teahouse.

Day 6 : Trek From Meta To Phu Gaon (4,250M) Duration: 7-8 Hours.

Location: Phu Gaun

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leaving Meta, We will ascent and descent several times the trial along with a suspension bridge, we arrive at the deserted fields of Chyaku. Keep walking and reach a small pass with magnificent views of the Annapurna and reach Kyang, we can see outstanding views of Pisang Peak and Mt. Annapurna II from here then we pass the Phu Khola on a rocky path past the submarine rocks and maybe some campsites until Phu village which takes about three hours. We will see the colorful chortens that Nar and Phu are famous for as well as blue sheep. We get to experience the diversity of culture, nature, religion, we will see the people’s daily life and Tashi Lhakhang Monastery. We will continue trekking across a small glacial stream to a larger glacier stream with a half-bridge. An after one hour we will arrive at the Phu gate leading to Phu Village. The magnificent view of Himlung Himal and other snow-capped peaks is clearly visible. We will spend our night at Phu gaon.

Day 7 - Acclimatization And Preparation Day At Phu Gaon.

Location: Nar

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is our rest day at Phu village. we will visit the Tashi Lhakhang monasteries and a Hike to Himlung Base Camp (3-4 km) can be done today. Some people skip an extra day in Phu and prefer to hike Tilicho Lake from Manang instead then join Thorong La route at Yak Kharka. We will spend our night at Phu Gaon.

Day 8 : Trek From Phu Gaon To Nar (4,110M) Duration: 6-7 Hours.

Location: Nar

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner

Today, after breakfast, we will explore Phu village, After glims of Phu Village then we trek down the valley past several streams and suspension bridges until Mahendra Pul, which takes about 4 hours then we will hike up to a junction where the trail branches off to reach the small settlement of Nar Phedi. On the trail will see peaks of Kang Garu and Pisang Peak and pass by two chortens on the trail. we will spend our night at Nar Village.

Day 9 : Cross Kang La Pass (5,322M) & Trek To Ngawal (3,660M) Duration: 7-8 Hours

Location: Ngawal

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leaving Nar, we ascend through the lateral moraine of Temdenzon Khola on a pleasant trail that passes yak pastures with defined views of the west ridge of Pisang Peak. we will hike to Jhombu Kharka also known as Kang la Phedi at the bottom of Kang la pass. Then after, We will cross the Kang La pass (5,322m) is a very steep ascent to the top but it's not too difficult. our walking will take about 2 hours to cross the pass. From the top of the pass, we will be rewarded with a stunning view of the Annapurna range and other peaks. Then after three hours of steep descent until we reach Ngawal village where we stay tonight.

Day 10 : Trek From Ngwal To Manang (3,540Mt) Duration: 4-5 Hours.

Location: Manang

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we will our trek to Braga Village passing Marsyangdi River. We will visit the famous monasteries in Barga village. then after the trail off to Tilicho Lake on the left corner and continue a short walk up to Manang, a settlement of the dramatic village. There are many guest houses, cafes, and even trekking shops in Manang. we will spend our night at Manang Village.

Day 11 : Trek From Manang To Yak Kharka (4120M) Duration: 4-5 Hours.

Location: Yak Kharka

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After having breakfast, we head off on 4 hours an uphill trek to Yak Kharka passing through juniper forests and may see yak grazing in the pastures. On the way, we pass the only teahouse at Thorong Khola. Depending on the conditions we may decide to go a little further and stay the night at Letdar. We will stay in Yak Kharka at the teahouse.

Day 12 : Trek From Yak Kharka To Thorong Phedi (4,560M) Duration: 4-5 Hours.

Location: Thorong Phedi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, We Follow the Jarang River. Reach Thorong Phedi, a meadow surrounded by vertical cliffs. We will stay in Thorong Phedi at the teahouse.

Day 13 : Trek From Thorong Pedi Via Thorong La Pass (5,416M) To Muktinath (3,802M) Duration 7-9 Hours.

Location: Muktinath

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, Time to cross the highest navigable mountain pass in the world. you need to care about the altitude and strong winds. The trail we follow today has been used for hundreds of years by traders. from Phedi to trek for about 6 hours to reach Thorong La. Cross the pass while enjoying beautiful views of Annapurna, Gangapurna, and other mountains. See Mt Dhaulagiri up close while descending. The trail becomes less steep as it enters grassy fields and meadows to finally reach Muktinath, one of the holiest shrines of the Hindus that is also known for its hot water spouts. We will stay in Muktinath at the teahouse.

Day 14 : Trek From Muktinath To Jomsom (2750M) Via Kagbeni Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: Jomsom

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we follow the trail to Jomsom from Muktinath. The trek past meadows, streams, and apple orchards to reach Kagbeni. Reach Jomson, located in the Kali Gandaki Valley, and we will spend tonight at Jomsom.

Day 15 : Drive From Jomson To Tatopani Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: Tatopani

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today after breakfast we drive for 5 hours (shared service) from Jomsom to reach Tatopani. The main attraction of Tatopani is its natural hot springs. Take a dip in one of them and call it a day. We will stay in Tatopani at the teahouse.

Day 16 : Drive From Tatopani To Drive To Pokhara (850M) Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: Pokhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Lunch, Breakfast

Leaving Tatopani, Approximately six hours bus or jeep drive from Tatopani through Beni Bazaar will take us to Pokhara. Pokhara is a beautiful lake city popular for its natural beauty. A lakeside tourist's paradise with many facilities for visitors.

Day 17 : Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration: 6-7 Hours.

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, we will drive to Kathmandu via Prithvi Highway. Once again the scenic bus ride will keep us refreshed throughout the journey. On arriving at Kathmandu, you can once roam around this vibrant city and buy gifts and souvenirs to take back home.

Day 18 : International Departure As Per Flight Schedule

Location: Tribhuvan International airport

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today is the end of the beautiful Nar Phu Valley trek. Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team’s representative will take you to the airport 3 hours prior to your flight. We bid farewell as you take heaps of memories and happiness back to your home

What's Included

Accommodation

Two nights Kathmandu hotel with breakfast. One night Pokhara hotel with breakfast. Trekking lodge accommodations during the trek.
Meals – Full Board

Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner ) during the trek. Fresh fruit every night after dinner.
Airport Transfers at Destination

Airport-pick up and drop off by the private vehicle. Local transportation from Kathmandu to Beshisahar, Share Jeep to Jagat, and Tourist bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Jomsom to Pokhara transportation by Bus
Tims & Permit

Nar Phu Valley Special permit Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entry permit & Tourist Information Management System (TIMS) permits Government taxes and official expenses.
Guide & Porter

English speaking guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport, and insurance. A strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people).
Additional service

Use of sleeping bags, down jacket, duffel bag, and walking poles (if you do not have your own, to be returned after you complete the trip). Assistant guide group size above 6+ persons.

What's Not Included

Flight fare & Visa fee

Nepal entry visa fee.

International airfare.
Drinks with Meals

Meals and hotel whilst you are in Kathmandu prior to the trek.

All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic hot and cold drinks.
Personal Expenses

Battery charging and hot shower during the trek on the tea houses.

Your personal Trekking Equipment and expenses.
Tipping and Gratuities

Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected).

Check out our Q&As

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Travelers will be provided with 3 star hotels in cities and lodges or tea houses during the trek.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

No, you cant joing the tour once it has departed.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

Yes, your booking amount will be contributed to the charity.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

TAAN, NMA, TripAdvisor, TourRadar, NTB
What documents will I receive before I travel?

No documents will be provided before you Travel.

What essential documents/items do I need to bring with me?

You must bring a valid passport (must be valid for up to 6 months, keep an extra photocopy just in case), a copy of your travel insurance, cash, flight tickets, emergency contact numbers of insurance and family members and any medications.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Yes, we operate a single share option and you need to pay extra if you're a solo traveler as a single supplement.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Our company has been trading since 1977 A.D
Will somebody come to pick me up at the Airport upon my arrival?

Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the airport to pick you up. Outside of Terminal Hall, he/she will be displaying a play card of Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team Pvt. Ltd. with your name on it. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to hotel or our office.
Does Sherpa Expedition and Trekking pvt. ltd accepts credit cards?

Yes, we accept Visa and Master Card for payment (not American Express). The bank will be charge 4.5 % extra to paying by cards.
Can I get Nepal visa on arrival or online?

Yes, you can get on arrival tourist visa at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Most of the people can obtain visa on entry to Nepal. There are some countries visa will need to be organised prior to travelling. $30 USD for 15 days of visa from the date of issue, $50 USD for 30 days and $125 USD for 90 days tourist visa.You can apply visa online.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes, the accommodations included meeting local health and safety regulations.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You can easily change your holiday date easily even after you have once booked.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Sherpa Expedition and Trekking staffs like a guide, porter, and other staffs will be your travelling companions on the tour.
What currency should I bring to Nepal?

We advise you to bring US dollars /British pound s/Euros to pay for your visa, trip cost and other expenses. Most major currencies are usually accepted also. It is always better to travel with US dollars.

Reviews from Travellers on this Tour

Heidi

Nar Phu Valley Trek!

11-Jun-2019

I have seen here very nice and friendly people. And the place looks more dry few trees

Sarah

Nar Phu Trek

05-Sep-2019

Beautiful Nar Phu Hidden valley with Beauty is the word. This snow-clad mountain range is surely love at first sight. Majestic mountains they are

Jeremiah

Annapurna & Nar Phu Valley

30-Nov-2019

Annapurna & Nar Phu Valley was a wonderful trek. Walking from lush green scenery, up through beautiful forests, above the tree line and onto the snow was a great experience. Thanks to Ram and his team for a fantastic trek.

Nicholas

Nar Phu Valley Trek

31-Oct-2019

This was a challenging trek with an ever-changing landscape. The crew was great and supportive which allowed me to focus on the journey and appreciate the breathtaking scenery. This was an empowering trip and I loved it.”

Dylan

Nar Phu Valley with Annapurna Circuit Trek!

24-Oct-2019

We had come to Nepal. We did Nar Phu Valley Trekking. We explored different ethnic groups as well as Nature. Started from low altitude, crossing to highest trekking, this trek is challenging, however, you will have fully enjoyable. our Guide Ram is well experienced and well-trained. Who has good knowledge of this region? Porters were very strong and always happy. Wonderful service is provided by Sherpa Team. I should tell, Adventures in Nepal.it is lifetime memorable, at least visit once a life, which makes you get to change your life. Thanking you Ram and Team of Sherpa Expedition and Trekking. If anyone thinking of doing Trekking in Nepal, I highly recommend the sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team.

Michel Jakson

Hidden Valley Trek

26-Jul-2019

Excellent exploratory trek fusion of nature, culture, adventure and beauty!

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