At Quick Glance
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Destination
Nepal
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Duration
12 Days
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Trip Difficulty
Challenging
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Activities
Trekking
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Altitude
5306m
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Best season
Autumn & Spring
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Transportation
Jeep/Car
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Accomodation
Hotel/Tea house
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Group Size
Min 1 Person
11 Nights 12 Days
Trip Overview
Nar Phu Valley Trekking is a magnificent Himalayan trip in Annapurna through the isolated landscape, renowned for the off-the-beaten trek. It is in the restricted region of Nepal, which was opened lately. The trail is challenging, including abundant rocky routes, ancient monasteries and chhortens, and experiencing the Tibetan Buddhist culture and hospitality. Exploration of the untouched landscape and the Himalayan sceneries offer a unique memory.
Trek to Nar Phu valley embarks from the district center of Lamjung- Besisahar. But, you can also begin the trek at a bit higher altitude. The Annapurna circuit trail, in the beginning, offers the delighting vistas of the Annapurna range. The enticing walk eventually leads you through the secluded trail from Koto of Manang.
As far as the trek splits from the circuit trail, the spectacular scenery of the cliff-dotted landscape, rocky trail, deep canyon and gorges encounter. It offers the brilliant cultural attractions of the ancient Tibetan Buddhist attractions- the colorful monasteries, chhortens and nomadic lifestyles.
The Phu village is located far remote, an excellent destination for the trekkers who love peace and remote along the landscape untouched by modernism. Nar village is located relatively lower altitude, but the Nar Phedi monastery offers you a wonderful experience. Hiking towards the Himlung Himal base camp and crossing over the Kang La Pass, you can enlist the Nar Phu Trek as an outstanding trek on your bucket list.
For the excellent Nar Phu Valley Trek arrangement with a professional team, contact Adventure High Pass and save a brilliant trip. Please, do not hesitate to contact us for further details regarding guide, cost, itinerary and accommodation for your next holiday.
Nar Phu valley Trek itinerary for 2025/2026
Short Itinerary
- Day 1 : Arrival Kathmandu (1300m) and transfer to hotel
- Day 2 : Kathmandu Sightseeing and Special Permit preparation
- Day 3 : Drive from Kathmandu to Koto (2670m)
- Day 4 : Trek from Koto to Meta
- Day 5 : Trek from Meta to Phu
- Day 6 : Exploring Phu
- Day 7 : Trek to Nar Phedi (3,490m)
- Day 8 : Trek to Nar Village
- Day 9 : Trek to Ngawal via the Kang La Pass (5,240m)
- Day 10 : Trek to Pisang and drive to Besisahar
- Day 11 : Drive back to Kathmandu
- Day 12 : Departure
Detailed Itinerary
The Adventure High Pass representative will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel at the international airport in Kathmandu. The rest of the time is for you to prepare for the trek and buy the essential gear around the local market. Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, we tour the delighting UNESCO-listed world heritage sites dating back to the medieval period. The Hindu temple Pashupatinath, Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhuanth Stupa are the major highlights of a day sightseeing tour. Managing another day, you can cover other destinations. Then back to the hotel and rest. Overnight at lodge.
At the same time, our representative process for Nar Phu valley special permit and other government official documents if needed.
The drive begins from the Prithvi Highway along the Trishuli River valley and later along the Marshyangdi River valley to Besisahar. The drive will continue further to Syange, Jagat and Chamje. Drive continue from chamje througe sattale, tal village where we make our offical entry into the manang Region. We continue the chame route following the Dharapani, Bagarchap and finally Koto. Overnight at lodge.
After breakfast, the trek guides towards the Nar Phu Valley. It is an excursion from the well-developed Annapurna round to the primitive region that still follows the nomadic lifestyles with the traditional living style. The beautiful woods, narrow canyon and incredible vistas lead you to the magnificent town of Meta. Overnight at lodge.
The trek today advances through the sacred landscape of the Tibetan Buddhist devotees with ancient heritages, including chhortens offering a magnificent memory. On the trek, you will get an opportunity to explore the Nar Phedi monastery. The trail includes various up and down routes with incredible gorges. The ancient Tibetan-style fortress, known as Dzong, can be seen throughout. Then visit the ancient Tashi Lhakhang Gompa and take a rest at Phu. Overnight at lodge.
It is an amazing experience to spend an acclimatization day in Phu and explore the local scene. On the other hand, it helps you to adapt to the high altitude. Himlung Himal base camp hiking can be the best option for you. The traditional way of living and the daily lifestyles attract you. The jaw-dropping rocky cliffs and the surroundings are astonishing to explore. Overnight at lodge.
This is a retracing excursion after breakfast at Phu. A continual descent takes you to the Nar Phedi Monastery, which is today's ultimate point of the trip. Take a rest there with the cultural attraction of the evening prayer and delicious meals. Then, prepare for a beautiful day tomorrow. Overnight at lodge.
The zig-zag trail from Nar Phedi leads you through the beautiful and gentle path, escorting you towards Nar. We pass the picturesque chhortens lined up with unique designs during the trek. Heading toward the Nar village, the nomadic lifestyles will take a form of modernism in Phu village in terms of the building, facilities and livelihood. They also do handicrafts. Overnight at lodge.
Beginning the trek from Nar is pretty much a tough excursion with the magnificent Himalayan view during sunrise time. The views include Annapurna II, Gangapurna, Tilicho Peak and others. Trekking down from the Kang La Pass, the route adjoins the Annapurna circuit trail, which stands for its significant introduction with all the required basic facilities. Overnight at lodge.
Descending from Ngawal to Pisang is pretty much to the lower altitude. We begin early and enjoy the impressive Himalayan views and charming landscape. Then take a drive from Pisang to the destrict center of Lamjung- Besisahar. Overnight at the hotel.
It's a continual 6-7 hours drive from Besisahar to Kathmandu with lunch stops. The winding road and the Riverside valleys are lovely. Arriving in Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel and rest. Overnight at the hotel.
After a busy itinerary of the excursion in the Annapurna Himalayas, it's time to bid farewell and wish you a safe flight to your further destination. Our representative will drop you at the airport.