Nar Phu Valley Trek

Email Support

info@creativeholidaysnepal.com

Recommended On

Trip Advisor

24/7 Phone Support

+977 9841719767
+977 9841719767

$1,350

The Nar Phu valley is a trek that combines remote villages of Nar and Phu, narrow canyons, lovely forests, amazing rock formations, yaks, Monasteries, Kang La Pass and unique Himalayan cultures. You should have physically fitness to do this trek. Nar Phu valley trek is opened for the tourist s since 2003 AD, which takes to you the remote part of Nepal densely populated by Nepalese Tibetans who depend on livestock. Trekking to this exotic land offers medieval Tibetan culture in undisturbed form, dramatic mountains view and great alpine sceneries. 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. 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. very few westerners have explored these virtually untouched villages or climbed the many 7000m peaks surrounding it. We will venture into this remote region of Nar Phu valley. Buddhist pilgrims from around Nepal might accompany us up to Phu to visit the renowned Tashi Lhakhang Gompa and receive a blessing from Lama Karma Sonam Rimpoche,along with spending plenty of time at these colorful and timeless villages. Especially Nar Phu Valley Trek is popular as non touristic destination and also rich in typical cultural heritage. Traditional life style wonderful nomad landscape rewards one of the best exploration journey in remote hidden mountain valley.

Group size: 1-12 people
Max-Altitude: 5,416m/17,764ft
Destination: Nepal
Accommodation: Hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Guest houses during the trek
Arrival on: Kathmandu, Nepal
Departure from: Kathmandu, Nepal
Meals: All meals during the trek

Itinerary
Gallery

Day 1	Arrival in Kathmandu Arrive at the airport and transfer to a hotel.Stay overnight and prepare for the trek.
Day 2	Kathmandu to Jagat Drive: 8-9 hours After 8-10 hours of drive we reach Jagat via Besishahar. Drive up to Besishahar will most likely be smooth owing to black-topped roads whereas after Besishahar, the roads get dusty and coarse but the scenic view from our windowpane is more than compensating for the bumpy ride. Overnight in Jagat.
Day 3	Jagat to Dharapani: 7-8 hours The trail from Jagat descends until it reaches the river and then continues through a lush forest. En route, Chyamje comes into picture amidst the glorious backdrop of towering Annapurna mountain ranges. After crossing a suspension bridge, we climb steeply towards the slippery and physically challenging path to Sattale. 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 steep forested village of Karte. Meandering along the waterfalls and cliffs, we finally reach Dharapani after crossing a suspension bridge. Overnight in Dharapani.
Day 4	Dharapani to Koto :5-6 hours We begin our trek in the morning towards Bagarchhap which takes about one hour passing through pine and fir forests. Then we continue our trek till Danaque which takes about an hour. Now the trail continues through pine forests again till Latamarang which takes about one and half hour. Finally we arrive in Koto village. Overnight in Koto.
Day 5	Koto to Meta: 7-8 hours Trek through the River bank of Soti Khola again through wonderful pine forests, streams and suspension and reach Dharmasala. We then continue the trek through forests and ascend steeply towards Meta village. Overnight in Meta.
Day 6	Meta to Phu Gaon (4,250m/13,944ft): 7-8 hours After almost 4 hours of trek we reach Kyang where we can see the remnants, particularly the ruined forts of the Khampa settlement .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.
Day 7	Acclimatization at Phu Gaon Today is the scheduled acclimatization day whereby we are suggested to rest and get acclimatized with the altitude. As we are in the Lost/Hidden Valley, we can explore the culture, natural diversity, and religious practices of the ethnic groups like Lama, Gurung and Ghale in here. 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. Overnight at Phu Gaon.
Day 8	Phu Gaon to Nar: 6-7 hours 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. The trail steeply ascends passing many Buddhist stupas until Nar Village which takes about 2 hours. Overnight in Nar.
Day 9	Nar to Kang La Pass to Ngwal :7-8 hours 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 10	Ngwal to Manang : 4-5 hours From Ngwal, we head for Manang today. We then move gently uphill to Mungli and then to the main trail of Annapurna Trail at Mungli. We eventually reach Manang, where we set up our camps for overnight stay. Overnight in Manang.
Day 11	Manang to Yak Kharka : 3-4 hours From Manang village, the trail crosses a stream, climbs to a 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 further passes near the small village of Ghunsa. After crossing a small river on a wooden bridge, the trail passes an ancient old Mani wall in a pleasant meadow and then reaches another small village of Yak Kharka. Overnight at Yak Kharka.
Day 12	Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi : 3-4 hours Thorong Phedi is a small busy settlement catering to the needs of tired trekkers and climbers. Although we will have a tough day tomorrow, we stop at Thorong Phedi so that we can have sound sleep in lower altitude rather than risking sleeping in a higher altitude at High Camp. Overnight at Thorong Phedi.
Day 13	Thorong Phedi to Thorong La to Muktinath : 7-8 hours Crossing the arduous Thorong La Pass at a dizzying height of 5,416m/17,764ft is another highlight of this trek. We reach Muktinath by sunset which is an important pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhist. We can stroll around the area which hosts a Vishnu temple and a Monastery nearby. Overnight at Muktinath.
Day 14	Muktinath to Jomsom (2,715m/8,910ft): 5-6 hours We begin descending down the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge through the arid land. We pass by Jharkot and Khingar villages which has 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.
Day 15	Jomsom to Pokhara Flight (823m/2,700ft): 30 min flight After breakfast we fly to Pokhara. On arrival at Pokhara airport, we will be transferred to lakeside hotel. We can also go for a boat-ride in Fewa Lake or take a short hike to the World Peace Pagoda. Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 16	Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft): 5-6 hours drive Drive back to Kathmandu. After reaching Kathmandu, we will be transferred to our hotel. We can spend the evening leisurely or perhaps catch up on some last minute shopping. Overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 17	Final departure Arrive at the airport and check in for final departure.