| Duration: | 12 Days | Trip Code: | CO-161 |
| Trip Grade | Moderate | Max-Altitude: | 5306m at Kang-La Pass |
| Meals: | All meals during trek | Accommodation: | Hotel in Kathmandu and lodge during the trek |
| Group size: | Minimum 2 | Transportation: | Private and Public vehicle |
| Trip Start: | Kathmandu | Trip End: | Kathmandu |
| Primary Activity: | Trekking, Sightseeing & Hiking | Best Season | March to May, Mid September to Mid December |
Nar Phu valley trek is a unique package that combines the cultural as well as the adventurous aspects of the country. Nar Phu Valley trekking is comparatively a new destination for the travelers as the area has been opened for the visitors only since 2003 and is considered as the restricted area by Government of Nepal. It is an exceptional journey to the remote parts of the Manang district. The trail passes through the small traditional villages, narrow canyons, forests, and cross over the high passe namely Kangla Pass. You will also encounter with some monasteries, and local Tibetan culture that has been prevailing through the centuries in its purest form as the area is still intact from the growing modernization. The trek gives you an ample of opportunity to enjoy the mesmerizing Himalayan views such as Mt.Manaslu 8163m, Mt.Dhaulagiri 8167m, Mt. Annapurna I 8091m, and other snowcapped mountains. This trek also gives fantastic views of the Annapurna massif, Lamjung Himal, Machhapuchhre Himal, Manaslu Himal, Dhaulagiri range and Tilicho peak. Snow leopards and blue sheep are often seen in the areas. The Nar Phu valley trek is an exotic package prepared for the one who enjoys nature and adventure.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Bensisahar (760m) and drive to Koto(2600m)
Day 04: Trek to Meta (3560m)
Day 05: Trek to Phu village (4080m)
Day 06: Rest day
Day 07: Trek to Nar Village (4110m) via Mahendrapul
Day 08: Rest Day for Exploration
Day 09: Trek to Ngawal (3660m) via Kang-La Pass (5320m)
Day 10: Trek to Pisang (3200m) and drive to Besisahar (760m)
Day 11: Drive to Kathmandu (1400m)
Day 12: Depart Kathmandu
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Our airport representative will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu upon your arrival. He/she will escort you to the respective hotel in a private vehicle comfortably. Your prior trip meeting will be scheduled on the very day at the hotel before dinner. However, our airport representative will give you a brief idea about the second day’s schedule on your way to the hotel. During the meeting, we will introduce you to your leader/guide. Please do not hesitate to ask questions about your trek or anything that is related to your trip. To make you feel comfortable, we schedule a welcome dinner for you in a popular restaurant in the city where you can enjoy authentic Nepali meal along with cultural programs including ethnic dance and songs. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
After the breakfast, you will be visiting the different places in Kathmandu. There are many historic and cultural places that are of great significance in Kathmandu. You will get to see the major attractions of the city along with our professional guide and a private vehicle. The following are the major places that you will visit:
You will be visiting Patan Durbar Square, which has been listed in the UNESCO’s World Heritage Site.You can enjoy the age-old cultural heritage of the city. Boudhanath and Swayambhunath a sacred pilgrimage of the Buddhist and Pashupatinath, a very famous Hindu temple are the attraction of today’s sightseeing program. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
After an early breakfast, the trip begins as you head off to Besisahar by a local bus. Our guide will accompany you throughout the trip. As soon as you reach Besisahar which is the capital of Lamjung District in Gandaki Zone in Nepal. The driving distance would be approximately 6 hours under normal road condition. You will be further transferred to Koto taking a local private jeep which will take approximately 5 hours’ drive under normal road condition. From Koto great views of Mt, Manaslu and Annapurna II can be seen. We further continue trekking towards Koto a beautiful village and your destination of the day. Overnight at a lodge in Koto.
Today, after the early breakfast we shall move towards Dharmasala from Koto we enter the restricted area of Narphu valley. Following the Nar Khola, the trail further leads to an adventurous journey towards the rocky trail and a long walk to Meta. The trail passes through the check post, beautiful forest, wide waterfall, and a pilgrimage site ‘Dharmasala’. Overnight at a lodge in Meta.
Today Trek to Phu village with pack Lunch and It is 7/8 long walk via desert area and a Typical local village of Chyako and Kyang village. The trails lead to an uphill trek towards the valley of Phu village following the Phu Khola and on the way seeing some mountains of Annapurna ranges. Overnight at a lodge in Phu Village.
Today is a full rest day for acclimatization. You can explore Phu village and Tashi Gompa. After breakfast we will walk into the Phu village explore of culture story of Dalai Lama, local people spending with the yak, sheep wool, chat, pound mustard seed and Tibetan village of photographers is the light of spectacular. Upon interest and if time permits you can also visit Himlung Base Camp which will take around 5 hours approximately. Overnight at a lodge in Phu Village.
Today, we will be retracing the trail back to Chyako village and further trek to Naar Village crossing the Mahendra Pul. On the way, you might get a glimpse of the local culture of the valley as you might witness the “mani” walls before the second entrance gate of the Naar Valley. The trek will take around 7/8 hours approximately. Overnight at a lodge in Naar
Today is the rest day for exploration at Naar Village. You can get ample of opportunity to explore the village. You can normally get to experience the local Manang culture. There are many chortens and Monastery in the area displaying the local art and architecture. Overnight at a lodge in Naar.
Today we have a long day trekking. After having an early morning breakfast, we head towards the base camp of Kangla Pass. You will be further crossing Kangla Pass and trek towards Ngawal Village. From Kangla pass you will get a chance to see the mesmerizing views of the great Annapurna massif, the total trekking hours will be 8/9 hours approximately. Overnight at lodge in Ngawal.
Today is the last day of trekking. After having an early morning breakfast, you shall trek towards Pisang which will take around 3 hours of trek. The trail is wide and comfortable and passes a beautiful lake just outside Pisang. Stop for a quick snack in the village, then take a four-wheel drive back to Besisahar. Overnight at a lodge at Besisahar.
This is the last day of your trip with us. You can extend your trip for one or two days to visit other interesting places in and out of Kathmandu which is completely optional. If not then one of our staff will escort you to the airport as per your scheduled departure. You can roam around the city and buy souvenirs’ and do shopping to take along with you if your flight is scheduled during late hours.