Nar Phu Valley Trekking

Nar and Phu Valley trekking under Annapurna circuit consists spectacular landscapes inhabited by Nepalese Tibetans around 300 who depend on livestock, cultivation, unlike most Bhotia people, whose trading pattern changed drastically after the Nepal Government closed borders with Tibet. The people, whose trading pattern changed of Nar and Phu valley were least affected by this change. Nar and Phu valley trekking lies to the north of Manang.Nar Phu valley trekking is opened to the tourists only in 2003 A.D. Two long days walking from the border of Tibet, this region was first explored by Tilman in 1950s. Nar Phu valley trek provides the scenic views of Tibet and climate also seems similar to Tibet. Nar Phu valley trekking is one of the most challenging treks because it should be accessed by crossing the main passes as: Masokanto La pass (5,099m), Kangla Pass (5,200m) and Tilicho pass (5,230m) with beautiful lakes Tilicho. But rewards of your hardships are: high peaks and passes, glaciers, remote villages, narrow canyons, lovely forests also have Blue Poppy, Yak pastures, amazing rocks, interesting sights gompas and unique Himalayan cultures. You need to take special trekking permit to trek over there. After getting trekked in this valley you can have mind blowing imprints on you about very enthusiastic views including Annapurna massifs and other peaks. After two days trekking, you will descend through Marshyangdi valley to Besisahar

Facts of Trip

Trip Highlights of Nar Phu Valley Trekking

Trip duration: 24 Days
Activities: Trekking & Walking, Cultural Tours & Sightseeing
Starting from: Beshishahar
Ending at: Beshishahar
Grade: Strenuous and alpine
Highest access of the trek: 5,315m 
Culture: mixed (this trek is more challenge concentrated than the culture)
Mode of Trekking Tour: Fully Organized Camping Trekking
Himalayan views: Manasalu, Bauddha Himal, Annapurna and around Himalayas
Most Attraction of the trek: High Mountain pass and alpine challenge to the mountain

Trip Map

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Itinerary of Nar Phu Valley Trekking

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu

Day 03: Kathmandu to Besisahar drive 820m

Day 04: Besisahar to Khudi 790m

Day 05: Khudi to Bahundanda 1310m

Day 06: Bahundanda to Jagat 1290m

Day 07: Jagat to Dharapani 1860m

Day 08: Dharapani to Nar Phu Valley first Camp 2740m

Day 09: Nar Phu Valley to Sinhenge Dharamsala 3230m

Day 10: Sinhenge Dharamsala to Upper Chaku Village 3720m

Day 11: Upper Chaku Village to Phu Village 3980m

Day 12: Rest in Phu Village

Day 13: Phu Village to Nar Campsite 3550m

Day 14: Nar Campsite to Kang La Phedi 4530m

Day 15: Kang La Phedi to Munje 3330m

Day 16: Munje to Manang 3540m

Day 17: Manang to Letdar 4200m

Day 18: Letdar to Thorung Phedi 4450m

Day 19: Thorung Phedi to Muktinath 3760m

Day 20: Muktinath to Jomsom 2713m

Day 21: Jomsom – Pokhara to Kathmandu fly. (1300m)

Day 22: Kathmandu free day. (This day can be used in case of flight cancellation)

Day 23: Kathmandu free day. (This day can be used in case of flight cancellation)

Day 24: Final departure.