Duration | 25 | |
Group Size | 2 or more | |
Transportaion | Private Vehicle, Local Bus | |
Altitude | 5322m | |
Accomodations | Hotel in Kathmandu & Tea House/Lodge During Trek | |
Best Seasons | Autumn (Sept. to Nov.) | |
Activities | Trekking & Hiking | |
Meals | Welcome & Farewell Dinner |
Narphu
valley trekking, has been opened to visitors only since 2003 and is known as
the best trekking route in Annapurna region. This trek is perfect for those
trekkers who want to explore the hidden valley and trek off the beaten crossing
through Challenging high passes like Masokanto La (5099m), Kangla pass (5200m).
This is one of the best regions for viewing majestic mountains in the high
land. The Phu is the most beautiful medieval village where you can learn the
real life styles of Bhote communities enjoy and have a pleasure of the fabulous
and typical landscape of the valley.
This
trek starts right from Besishahar which is 7 hours drive from Kathmandu city
and goes along the Marshyangdi River following the world popular trekking
routes Annapurna Circuits trail. Other days we trek to reach Koto to follow the
off the beaten track to Nar phu valley in the north of Manang and pass the Kang
La pass with magnificent panorama of Annapurna massifs . The Kang La pass links
Nar with Manang and 3 other Bhotia villages in the Neyshang valley. Other days
we trek down further to reach headquarter of entire Mustang region, Jomsom from
where we take short super scenic flight to reach natural charming city of
Pokhara via where we end our trek. We then continue on to Kathmandu, truly an
unforgettable journey through Nepal.
Day 01: Arrival,
transfer to Hotel
Day 02:
Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation
Day 03:
Kathmandu - Besisahar [800 m/2624]: 8-9 hrs drive
Day 04:
Besisahar – Bahundanda (1,310m.) 5-6 hours walk
Day 05:
Bahundanda – Chamje (1,430m.) 5-6 hours walk
Day 06:
Chamje – Dharapani (1,920m.) 4-5 hours walk
Day 07:
Dharapani – Kotto. (2670m.) 5-6 hours walk
Day 08: Koto
to Chhacha (3200m). 5-6 hours walk
Day 09:
Chhacha to Meta (3700m) 4-5 hours walk
Day 10: Meta
to Junum (4000m) 5-6hours walks
Day 11: Junum
to Phu Valley (4200m) 4-5 hours walk
Day 12: Rest
at Phu and Explore Phu Valley
Day 13: Phu
to Yak Kharka 5-6 hours walk
Day 14: Yak
Kharka to Panggi Pass
Day 15:
Panggi Pass to Nar (4000m)
Day 16: Nar
to Youingar
Day 17:
Youingar to Kangla Pass (5322m)
Day 18:
Kangla Pass to Manang (3351m)
Day 19:
Manang – Letdar (4,250m.) 4-5 hours walk
Day 20:
Letdar - Thorong Phedi [4,600m/15,092ft]: 3-4 hrs
Day 21:
Thorong Phedi – Thorong La- Muktinath [3,800/12,467ft]: 7-8 hrs
Day 22:
Muktinath to Jomsom 5-6 hours walking
Day 23:
Fly back to Pokhara
Day 24:
Pokhara - Kathmandu 6 hour
Day 25:
Departure from Kathmandu for next trip or to your home
·
All airport/hotel
transfers.
·
Three-star hotel in
Kathmandu(Hotel Bliss International or simalar catagory) and in Pokhara(Hotel
Crystal Palace or similar catagory) with breakfast.
·
Welcome and farewell
dinner.
·
Teahouse/Lodge
accommodation during trek with all meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
·
A full day sightseeing
tour in Kathmandu valley including tour guide by private car/jeep.
·
Kathmandu-Beshisahar
&Pokhara-Kathmandu tourist bus tickets.
·
Jomsom- Pokhara flight
tickets and airport departure taxes.
·
An experienced
English-speaking trek leader (trekking guide), assistant trek leader (4
trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers:1
porter) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging.
·
Four seasonal sleeping
bag and trekking map (sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
·
All necessary paper
work and permits (National park permit, TIMS )
·
A comprehensive
medical kit
·
All government and
local taxes
·
Nepal Visa fee.
·
International airfare
to and from Kathmandu
·
Private vehicle
(Kathmandu-Besisahar and Pokhara-Kathmandu $120 one way upto 3 pax).
·
Excess baggage charges
·
Lunch in Kathmandu and
Pokhara
·
Extra night
accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara and during trek.
·
Travel and rescue
insurance
·
Personal expenses (phone
calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled
water, shower etc)
·
Tips for guides and
porters
Sun hat or scarf
- Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
- Sunglasses with UV protection
Lower Body:
- Lightweight cotton long pants/ Hiking shorts
- Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
Feet :
- Thin, lightweight inner socks
- Thick, warm wool hiking socks
- Hiking boots with spare laces
- Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
Upper Body:
- T-shirts
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
- Down vest and/or jacket *
Hands:
- Lightweight gloves
Accessories:
- Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F *
- Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries
- Trekking Bags/Duffel bag
- Basic First Aid Kit
- Large plastic bags
- for keeping items dry inside trek bag
- Trekking Poles *
- Water bottles
- Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers etc)
Toiletries (it’s up to your comfort lable):
- 1 medium sized quick drying towel
- Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
- Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
- Deodorants
- Nail clippers
- Face and body moisturizer
- Feminine hygiene products
- Small mirror
Personal Hygiene (it’s up to your comfort lable):
- Wet wipes (baby wipes)
- Tissue /toilet roll
- Anti bacterial hands wash
- Diamox (Drugs for altitude sickness if incase)
- Water purified pills
Extras/Luxuries (it’s up to your comfort lable)
- Binoculars (optional)
- Reading book
- Journal & Pen
- Pencils and small notebooks
- Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble
Autumn (Sept. to Nov.) and Spring (March to May) are the best
seasons for the Nar Phu Valley Trek. The weather is sunny and warm with
outstanding views. If you wish to avoid crowds and enjoy some alone time with
nature then taking this trip during winter (Dec., Jan. and Feb.) could also be
an option. However, the temperature during winter could be harsh for most
guests. Trekking in the Summer or Monsoon seasons (June to Aug.) will be
affected by rain but the Summer trek could be a boon for a keen botanist.