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Trip Code
AWTE-NAT09
Destination
Nepal
Trekking Duration
17 Days
Trek Type
Lodge trekkking
Altitude
5416m
Activity
Trekking
Best Season
Sept -Dec , Feb-May
Meals Included
Transportation
Jeep , Flight
Region
Annapurna Region
Start / End Point
Kathmandu
Group Size
2 - 30
The Nar Phu Valley and Annapurna Circuit Trek is an extraordinary expedition through the secluded Nar and Phu valleys, where age-old Tibetan culture flourishes amidst striking landscapes. This trek guides you through historic villages, profound canyons, towering cliffs, and ancient Buddhist monasteries, providing a genuine Himalayan experience. By merging the remote Nar Phu area with the renowned Annapurna Circuit, this trek delivers a variety of landscapes, cultural discovery, and high-altitude challenges. You will traverse Kang La Pass (5,322m) and Thorong La Pass (5,416m), with stunning vistas of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu. The trek also journeys through verdant forests, alpine meadows, and desolate high-altitude deserts.Key attractions include touring the Tashi Lhakhang Monastery, the revered Muktinath Temple, and enjoying Himalayan hospitality in traditional stone communities. This trek is perfect for explorers seeking seclusion, culture, and breathtaking mountain views in one of Nepal’s least-visited areas.
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Highest Altitude 1350m | |
| Start Point Airport | |
| End Point Kathmandu |
On arrival in Kathmandu, you will be picked up from the airport and taken to your hotel. You will have the briefing from the trekking team where we will finalize the trekking arrangement and make the final preparations. The rest of the day is free to walk around the busy streets of Thamel or visit cultural sites such as Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) or Kathmandu Durbar Square.
| Accomodations Hotel in Kathmandu |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Highest Altitude 2600m | |
| Start Point Kathmandu | |
| End Point Koto |
Scenic but lengthy drive from Kathmandu to Koto via Besisahar leads us through stunning views of rice terraced fields, rivers, and rolling hills before reaching Koto, the gateway to the limited Nar Phu Valley.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Guesthouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Trek Duration 6-7 hours | |
| Highest Altitude 3560m | |
| Start Point Koto | |
| End Point Meta |
The actual trek begins as we walk across a suspension bridge and enter the Nar Phu Valley. We trek through pine forests, gorges, and waterfalls to reach Meta, a tiny village with breathtaking mountain views.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Teahouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Trek Duration 5-6 hours | |
| Highest Altitude 4080m | |
| Start Point Meta | |
| End Point Phu Village |
Today’s trekking route is along tough terrain and isolated Tibetan-type villages. En route, we see spectacular rock formations and cross high ridges to reach Phu Village, a secluded village steeped in Tibetan culture.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Teahouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Trek Duration 4 hours hike | |
| Highest Altitude 4080m |
To acclimatize ourselves to the increasing altitude, we trek a day to Phu Village. We walk to the ancient Tashi Lhakhang Monastery and interact with the villagers to learn about their traditional practices and way of life.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Teahouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Trek Duration 5 hours | |
| Highest Altitude 4050m | |
| Start Point Phu Village | |
| End Point Nar Phedi |
Leaving Phu behind, we climb gradually and traverse several suspension bridges before we reach Nar Phedi. This small village has a monastery where we can spend a night of simple but serene accommodation.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Teahouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Trek Duration 4-5 hours | |
| Highest Altitude 4110m | |
| Start Point Nar Phedi | |
| End Point Nar Village |
A steep but short climb brings us to Nar Village, a genuine Tibetan-style village. The village offers breathtaking views of Pisang Peak and other surrounding mountains.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Teahouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Trek Duration 7-9 hours | |
| Highest Altitude 5322m Kang la Pass | |
| Start Point Nar | |
| End Point Ngawal |
One of the most challenging days of the trekking as we ascend to high-altitude Kang La Pass. The workout is rewarded with spectacular panoramic views of Annapurna and Chulu mountain ranges. We then have a steep descent trek to Ngawal.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Teahouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Trek Duration 4-5 hours | |
| Highest Altitude 3540m | |
| Start Point Ngawal | |
| End Point Manang |
A relatively easy day as we trek on beautiful trails to the breathtaking town of Manang. The town is a great spot to rest and enjoy panoramic scenery of the mountains.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Guesthouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Highest Altitude 3540m |
In order to prevent altitude sickness, we spend an acclimatization day at Manang. There are optional trekking activities including a visit to Gangapurna Lake or a trek up to the vantage point overlooking Manang for spectacular Himalayan vistas.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Guesthouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Trek Duration 5-6 hours | |
| Highest Altitude 4050m | |
| Start Point Manang | |
| End Point Yak Kharka |
We keep ascending slowly through meadows which are alpine, yak herding families, and small tea houses on the way to Yak Kharka, which is a high-altitude grazing ground.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Guesthouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Trek Duration 5-7 hours | |
| Highest Altitude 4450m | |
| Start Point Yak Kharka | |
| End Point Thorong Phedi |
The trail keeps ascending steadily, going through rough terrain before arriving at the base camp for climbing the Thorong La Pass, Thorong Phedi.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Teahouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Highest Altitude 5416m | |
| Elevation 3800m | |
| Start Point Thorong Phedi | |
| End Point Muktinath |
Toughest but rewarding day as we ascend to Thorong La Pass, one of the highest trekking passes in the world. Descending to Muktinath, a sacred pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists, we celebrate at the top.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Guesthouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Trek Duration 3-4 hours | |
| Highest Altitude 2720m | |
| Start Point Muktinath | |
| End Point Jomsom |
We visit the famous Muktinath Temple before descending through Kagbeni, a charming village that serves as the entrance to Upper Mustang, and on to Jomsom.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Hotel/Guesthouse |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Highest Altitude 850m | |
| Flight Hours 25-30m | |
| Start Point Jomsom | |
| End Point Pokhara | |
| Mode of Transportation Private Jeep/Bus | |
| Driving Hour 6-7 hours |
A short but picturesque flight takes us to Pokhara, a beautiful lakeside city where we can rest and enjoy sightseeing, boating, or visiting nearby attractions.
| Meals B,L,D | |
| Accomodations Hotel in Pokhara |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Highest Altitude 1350m | |
| Flight Hours 30m | |
| Start Point Pokhara | |
| End Point Kathmandu | |
| Mode of Transportation Tourist Bus | |
| Driving Hour 6-7 hours |
As a matter of one’s choice, we drive or fly back briefly to Kathmandu. Rest of the day is free at leisure to find out and revel in a trekking success.
| Meals B | |
| Accomodations Hotel in Kathmandu |
| Itinerary Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Highest Altitude 1350m | |
| Start Point Kathmandu | |
| End Point Airport | |
| Mode of Transportation 6km | |
| Driving Hour 20m |
Our trekking adventure draws to a conclusion as we ride to the airport for our returning flight home with memories that shall last a lifetime of the Nar Phu Valley & Around Annapurna Trek.
| Meals B |
Trekkers need the following permits:
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
Restricted Area Permit (RAP) for Nar Phu Valley
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card
The best times for the Nar Phu Valley & Annapurna Circuit Trek are:
Spring (March-May): Clear skies, rhododendron flowers, and pleasant weather.
Autumn (September-November): Stable weather, crisp views, and comfortable trekking conditions.
Nar Phu Valley & Annapurna Circuit Trek is an untapped gem offering unseen adventure, cultural insight, and landscape with the grandeur of the Himalayas. An experienced trekker or a ready tourist, no matter the previous experiences, is going to appreciate an experience once visited.
This is a difficult trek due to its high altitude, long day walks, and steep ascents/descents. It requires good physical health and prior trekking experience is recommended.
Yes, you will require two permits:
Best time is:
Thorong La Pass (5,416m) is the highest point of the trekking, and then comes Kang La Pass (5,322m).
Average 5-7 hours of walking per day. High pass days may be up to 8-10 hours of walking.
Teahouses serve meals like:
Dal Bhat (rice, lentils, vegetables)
Noodles, pasta, and soups
Tibetan bread and pancakes
Eggs, potatoes, and curries
Tea, coffee, and hot drinks
Yes. The trek involves high-altitude regions, so acclimatization is important. You should ascend slowly, consume a lot of water, and take care to note signs like headaches, dizziness, and nausea.
Yes, you must have full travel insurance with high-altitude trekking (over 5,000m) and emergency helicopter evacuation.
The trek starts at Koto, which can be reached by a jeep or bus journey from Kathmandu (via Besisahar).
It is highly recommended to hire a licensed guide due to restricted area regulations and difficult terrain. Porters may also be hired to handle heavy loads.
Yes, but charging stations are few and you may have to pay extra, especially at high elevations. Carry a power bank backup.
There is patchy mobile connectivity but no surety in remote areas.
WiFi is available at some teahouses, although it could be slow and at an extra cost. Offer feedback on this text.
Your guide will assess the situation and help in organizing evacuation, if necessary. Helicopter evacuation is available but at an additional cost or covered by your insurance.
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