Nar Phu Valley Trek
Nar Phu Valley Trek

About Nar Phu Valley Trek

The fusion of distant villages of Nar and Phu, slender canyons, divine forests, startling rock formations, yaks, monasteries, Kang La Pass and sole Himalayan culture is what Nar Phu valley trek helps us experience and enjoy. Nar Phu Valley Trek is an adventurous trek that lets you experience the adventurous trail. Nar Phu Valley Trekking takes you to the most remote part in the Annapurna region, where you will see a completely different lifestyle, culture, and stunning landscape view.

The trek commences from Chamje after you do a 9 hours drive from Kathmandu. You walk the same trail as Annapurna circuit trek. After you arrive at Koto, you cross the airy bridge that heads over the Marshyangdi River to the sheer portals of the Nar Phu valley. With a tapered and forested entrance, the valley opens up to a huge stretch of high snow-peaks, primeval villages, and high altitude grazing settlements. Very few western trekkers have felt the bliss of exploring these astonishing villages or climbing the mesmerizing 7000m peaks surrounding this area. We will drift into this secluded region of Nar Phu valley.

The renowned Tashi Lhakhang Gompa is located in Phu until where Buddhist pilgrims will join us to receive blessings from Lama Karma Sonam Rimpoche. You will also explore the high alpine valleys above Phu whilst spending time at the multihued villages and their distinctive culture. The Kang La pass at 5,315m is astounding. You may be able to cherish the view of Annapurna II, Gangapurna, Tilicho peak and then head to Manang for Annapurna circuit trek. The colorful village of Manang at 3,500m marks the commencement of the next stage. We will come back from Manang to Chamje from where we can drive back to Kathmandu via public jeep or if we have time, we can also carry on to Jomsom via the Thorong La Pass.

Highlights of Nar Phu Valley Trek

  • Adventurous trail through beautiful villages and valleys
  • Get to see outstanding landscape views
  • Explore the hidden Nar and Phu village
  • Experience rich culture and unique lifestyle of the locals
  • Visit ancient Tashi Lhakhang Gompa
  • Cross Kang La Pass and Thorong La Pass
  • Visit holy Muktinath Temple
  • Witness stunning views of the Himalayan mountains

Itinerary

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You will arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport, where you will meet with our team members and drive. They will escort you to the hotel and brief you about the day program. Later, in the evening, you will stroll on the bustling streets of Thamel, and end your day with delicious welcome dinner organized by the company.

  • Hotel
  • Welcome dinner

Today, you will visit a few tourist sites. You will be guided by a professional tour guide who will describe to you the places. After a good tour, you come back to the hotel and prepare for the trek. You will check all the gears and do the final packing with your trekking guide.

  • Hotel
  • Breakfast only

After a 7-hour lovely scenic drive (185 km) from Kathmandu, you reach Besisahar. On arrival at Besisahar, you will witness some stunning snow-capped mountain panorama of the Lamjung Himal.

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

The trail from Besisahar descends until it reaches the river and then begins to climb again through a forest. The steep cliff on the opposite bank plunges downward. When the climb ends, you follow a level track to Chyamje. After descending to the river and crossing a suspension bridge, you start climbing to Sattale and continue on a rolling path above the river.

Further, climbing the zigzag path to the top of the hill, you see the level, plain of Tal. The valley narrows and the path becomes high and winding. Beyond the small village of Karte, there is a bit more cliff-walking before the path drops again to the river. You cross a suspension bridge and climb the short distance to the stone Mani marking the entrance to Dharapani.

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

The trail leads you to Bagarchhap passing through pine and fir forests. Further, continue trekking till Danaque and steeply ascend to Timang. Now the trail continues through pine forests again till Latamarang. You haul up for lunch hereabouts and again resume through forests. Finally, you arrive in Koto village for a night stay. 

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

The trail passes through narrow jungle paths. The first part is up and down and then you have a short steep ascent to Choto (2,840m). You then have lots of steep ups and downs and the path is quite exposed above the Nar Teahouse Khola. At the altitude of 3,090m, you cross a suspension bridge. The trail further climbs towards Dharamsala.

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

Crossing Methang Khola, you start climbing on a meandering path to the Methang pastures. Further, you pass the abandoned Methang village (3,560m). The path to the next village Junan is easy and flat, Junan is also abandoned. From here, you continue to have an easy walk to Lower Chaku village, which has about 15 houses. The trail then ascends to Upper Chaku on a steep trail. 

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

The trail steeply ascends to the abandoned Kyan village Vhaku. You continue on an incredible tunnel carved rocky path 70 meters above the river and then descent to the riverbed. Further, following the riverbed, you ascend and reach the entrance of Phu Valley. The trail then crosses Phu Khola and ascends to Phu village.

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

Today is a day to acclimatize. You can explore the culture, natural diversity, and religious practices of the ethnic groups that make up Lama, Gurung, and Ghale communities hereabouts. You will also explore the Tashi Lhakhang Monastery – the old Buddhist Monastery listed out of the 108 world’s great Buddhist Monasteries.

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

The trail drops down the valley and passes by Chaku. From here, you walk for a couple of hours before crossing the Phu Khola at Naar Phedi. You find several Buddhist Monasteries here to visit. Further, you climb up to a very pleasant grassy campsite for overnight.

  • Camp
  • BLD

From your campsite, it is a pretty steep couple of hours climb to Nar Village. You haul up for lunch here near the village and continue on a long but gentle ascent through the lateral moraine of Temdenzon Khola, on a pretty comfy path. At the bottom of Kang La, you camp on a soft grassy spot.

  • Camp
  • BLD

Today is a pretty high and wild day with a long day hike so you get up early in the morning and head to Kangla pass. From the pass, you can see the Annapurna massif. Just before reaching the pass, there is a small lake where you stop for a rest before making the last effort to reach the top. From the top of the pass, it is a very steep descent to Ngawal. 

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

From Ngwal, you make a beeline for Manang today. You pass through the secluded village of Paugh overlooking the fantastic views of Annapurna range. The trail then moves gently uphill to Mungli and reach Manang.

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

The trail ascends offering wonderful landscape views. Passing through Ghunsang, you will cross Guangchang River and reach near a monastery. From here, the trail will soon take you to Yak Kharka. 

  • Teahouse
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From Yak Kharka, you climb to the next village of Tengi. The trail leaves the tree line and the vegetation consists of alpine grasses and shrubs juniper. Climbing the path, past the summer village of Gunsang, you cross the Gundon Khola via a wooden bridge. From here, you pass by Letdar and reach Thorong Phedi.

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

Today, the trail ascends and crosses the challenging Thorong La Pass. Further, you descend to a very famous pilgrimage site, Muktinath Temple. It is a significant temple for both Hindus and Buddhists. The temple itself welcomes hundreds of pilgrims every year. You will spend a night here and explore the premises of this holy site.

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

From Muktinath, you drop down on a windy terrain. Trekking through small houses, you will cross a few streams and reach Kagbeni. the trail then moves along Kaligandaki River and offers outstanding views. You cross a suspension bridge, a wooden bridge, and pass through apple orchards to reach Jomsom.

  • Teahouse
  • BLD

You will take an early morning flight to Pokhara. From Pokhara, you can either fly or drive to Kathmandu. Of course, the flight will be short, and let you some time extra time in Kathmandu to explore and relax. both flight and drive offer wonderful views.

  • Hotel
  • Breakfast & lunch

You fly to Kathmandu in the morning. After landing at the airport, you will be dropped off at our hotel. You can spend the day taking the much-needed rest or catch up on some last-minute shopping. Either way, you mark the end of our successful trip with a farewell dinner hosted by Dream Peak Adventure, where you can share your experiences of the trek before flying back home the next day. 

  • Hotel
  • Breakfast & farewell dinner

After breakfast, our representative and office vehicle will be on standby at your hotel to transfer you to the Airport. 

    Good to Know

    Nar Phu Valley Trek difficulty

    Nar Phu Valley Trek traverses one of the very remote areas of the Annapurna region, where tourism infrastructure is not developed at all. The trail is also difficult and high altitude adds the risk of Acute Mountain Sickness. Therefore, it is very important to have a well-planned Nar Phu Valley itinerary to complete this journey smoothly.

    You have to walk 5 to 6 hours a day to a minimum. As the trail involves numerous steep and rugged paths, you have to be in good physical fitness. Likewise, previous trekking experience is also needed to go on this trek.

    Nar Phu Valley Trek map

    Our Nar Phu Valley Trek map will help you understand the route and present you with a pictorial view of the itinerary that we will follow during the trek. You will also see other highlights near the villages on the map. Make sure to carry a nice Nar Phu Valley Trek map with you on the journey, as it will help you to stay on the trail.

    Best time to go on Nar Phu Valley Trek

    As per our past experience, spring (March to May) and autumn (October to November) is the best time to go on Nar Phu Valley Trek. You will get to see stunning views during this time of the year. In spring, the trail gets decorated with several florae, and autumn brings the season of the festival with itself. Similarly, these months have the most stable weather and clear days.

    Accommodation & Food during Nar Phu Valley Trek

    Teahouse and camping will be the main accommodation for you during the Nar Phu Valley Trekking. The facilities are much better in the lower elevation, the higher. You will find two beds in a room, which means you have to share it with a fellow trekker. The rooms are not so warm, therefore we advise you to carry a nice sleeping bag with yourself. For camping, we will carry the tents with ourselves. We offer separate tents to each team member with common dining and washroom tents.

    While staying in the teahouse, the meals will be served as per their menu. You can see dishes like dal bhat, veggies, curries, eggs, meat, momo, pasta, noodles, bread, thukpa, chapati, porridge, etc on the menu. Likewise, during camping, all the meals will be cooked by the team members. We will offer you a good variety of dishes during camping.