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Nar-phu Valley Treking

Facts of the trip

Trip Code: NPU 31
Trip Duration: 18 days
Max. Altitude: 5416 m
Grade: Challenging
Program Type: Trekking
Trek Start Point: Beshisahar
Trek End Point: Jomsom
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals: Breakfast, lunch , Dinner with tea/coffee
Mode of Travel: Adventures
Transportation: Car / Flight
Minimum Pax: 05
Best season: September/October and March/April

Nar-Phu valley trekking overview

Nar-Phu Valley Trekking takes you to one of Nepal’s remote and beautiful untouched region in Annapurna. Nar Phu lies in a northeast valley near Chame, Annapurna. Nar and Phu are the different villages in the valley. Those both villages are called Nar Phu at once and it is a day walking distance each other. Nar- Phu Valley Trekking is open for tourist since 2003 and it needs a special permit because it is listed in the restricted areas by the Government of Nepal. Nar-Phu villagers are ethnically Tibetan inhabitants from the high Himalayas.

Nar Village is bigger than Phu village. Historically, Nar Phu citizens are “Khampas (Tibetan refugees) who settled their inhabitants illegally and stabled later on. It is the non-touristic region because of fewer tourists. The valley is naturally beautiful but due to its remoteness and sort of media promote it is still a virgin destination. There are more than one hundred houses within Nar and Phu. It is not just that two villages in the valley; you can see Jhunum, Chhyakhu Meta and Kyang along the trail of Nar Phu trekking which shows that the ancestors of the refugees were there once. It offers magnificent snow-capped mountains view, narrow gorges, nature beauty forest, incredible, glacier, high pass of Kang la 5,200m.

People from the Nar-Phu valley celebrate many festivals such as Lhosar, Derchi, Yakchha and many more. Of course, they are Buddhist and follow their own culture. The dead body of the people is buried, burned or fed to the vulture. It depends according to their date of birth and death after “Lama” (a Buddhist priest) sees the way of fortune to end the person’s dead body. It is difficult to feed the vulture because someone must cut the body and wait until vulture does not come.


Day 01:- Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428ft)
Day 02:- Kathmandu to Jagat Drive (1100m/3608ft): 8-9 hours
Day 03:- Jagat to Dharapani (1,960m/6,430ft): 7-8 hours
Day 04:- Dharapani to Koto (2,610m/8,563ft): 5-6 hours
Day 05:- Koto to Meta (3,560m/11,680ft): 7-8 hours
Day 06: Meta to Phu Gaon (4,250m/13,944ft): 7-8 hours
Day 06:- Meta to Phu Gaun (4250m/13944ft):-7-8hrs.
Day 07:- Acclimatization at Phu Gaon
Day o7:- Acclimatization at Phu Gaun.
Day 08: Phu Gaon to Nar (4,110m/13,484ft): 6-7 hours
Day 09:- Acclimatization and preparation at Nar.
Day 10:- Nar to Kang La Pass (5,322m/17,460ft) to Ngwal (3,660m/12,008ft): 7-8 hours
Day 11:- Ngwal to Manang (3,540m/11,614ft): 4-5 hours
Day 12: Manang to Yak Kharka (4,110m/13,484ft): 3-4 hours
Day 13:- Yak Kharka to Thorong High camp (4,600m/15,092ft): 3-4 hours
Day 14:- Thorong High camp to Thorong La (5,416m/17764ft) to Muktinath (3,800m/12,467ft): 7-8 hours
Day 15: Muktinath to Jomsom (2,715m/8,910ft): 5-6 hours
Day 15:- Jomsom to Pokhara Flight (827m/2,700ft): 30 min flight
Day 16:-Jomsom to Pokhara flight (827m/2700ft)
Day 17:- Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428ft): 5-6 hours drive.
Day 18:- Final departure from Nepal

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428ft):- Arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu transfer to the Hotel. After checking in and take a rest. In the evening there will be a welcome dinner in a traditional Nepali Restaurant where we will be able to enjoy authentic Nepali cuisine. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 02:- Kathmandu to Jagat Drive (1100m/3608ft): 8-9 hours:-We begin our journey at early dawn as we have a long drive ahead of us. Start right after breakfast and leave Kathmandu around 7 am in the morning. We see picturesque views of Nepali countryside, lush greeneries, rivers, villages, farms and mountain vistas en route throughout the drive. After 8-10 hours of drive we reach Jagat via Besishahar. Drive up to Besishahar will most likely be smooth owing to black-topped roads whereas after Besishahar, the roads get dusty and coarse but the scenic view from our windowpane is more than compensating for the bumpy ride. Stay overnight at Jagat in the teahouse.

Day 03:- Jagat to Dharapani (1,960m/6,430ft): 7-8 hours:-After breakfast, we slowly begin our trek today. The trail from Jagat descends until it reaches the river and then continues through a lush forest. Further ascent leads to sharp-edged cliff facing the riverbank. En route, Chyamje comes into picture amidst the glorious backdrop of towering Annapurna mountain ranges. After crossing a suspension bridge, we climb steeply towards the slippery and physically challenging path to Seattle. On treading along a succession of rock-strewn trails, we descend to a grassy riverbank that leads to Tal. As we walk away from Tal, the path becomes rugged and winding. Then we approach the steep forested village of Karte. Meandering along the waterfalls and cliffs, we finally reach Dharapani after crossing a suspension bridge. Stay overnight at Dharapani tea house lodge.

Day 04:- Dharapani to Koto (2,610m/8,563ft): 5-6 hours:- After breakfast, we begin our trek in the morning towards Bagarchhap which takes about one hour passing through pine and fir forests. We can visit the whitewashed monastery in this village. Then we continue our trek till Danaque which takes about an hour. The trail is steeply ascending up to Timing. We have a good view of Mt. Manaslu and Peak 29 from here. Now the trail continues through pine forests again till Latamarang which takes about one and half hour. We break for lunch here and again resume through forests whereby we have a short glimpse of Annapurna II. Finally, we arrive in Koto village. Stay overnight in Koto at tea house.

Day 05:- Koto to Meta (3,560m/11,680ft): 7-8 hours:- After breakfast, we go to the police check post in the morning to register our restricted area permit than we trek through the Riverbank of Soti Khola again through wonderful pine forests, streams and suspension and reach Dharmasala. We have our packed lunch on the way. We then continue the trek through forests and ascend steeply towards Meta village. Finally, we arrive at the Tibetan Plateau where we have a very good view of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal. Stay overnight at Meta village in the teahouse lodge.

Day 06:- Meta to Phu Gaon (4,250m/13,944ft): 7-8 hours:- After our breakfast in the morning we start our day pass through up and down and crossing suspension bridges over different streams. After almost 4 hours of trek, we reach Kyang where we can see the remnants, particularly the ruined forts of the Khampa settlement (the place which Khampa refugees from Tibet once captured and lived). We further keep walking past the Phu Khola on a rocky trail and finally, we reach the Phu village in another 3 to 4 hours. Stay overnight in Phu Gaon at teahouse lodge. 

Day 07:- Acclimatization at Phu Gaon:- Rest day for acclimatization. Today is our scheduled acclimatization day whereby we are suggested to rest and get acclimatized with the altitude. As we are in the Lost/Hidden Valley, we can explore the culture, natural diversity, and religious practices of the ethnic groups like Lama, Gurung, and Ghale in here. Besides this, we can trace out how people make their survival depending on agriculture, animal breeding and seasonal migrations in such a remote location or in the hidden valley. It is also the day for us to explore the Tashi Lakhang Monastery – the old Buddhist Monastery listed out of the 108 world’s great Buddhist Monasteries; it is supposed to be the last monastery constructed by Karmapa Rinpoche. Apart from exploring the cultural avenues of the lost valley, the valley also offers us a great view of Himlung Himal and other snow peaks in the region. Stay overnight at Phu Gaon at same tea house. 

Day 08:- Phu Gaon to Nar (4,110m/13,484ft): 6-7 hours:- After breakfast, we are continuing our trek the trail descends passing many streams and suspension bridges until Mahendra Pul which takes about 4 hours. We pass the high suspension bridge 80m over the Gorge of Lapche River. We have lunch in Mahendra Pul. After lunch, the trail steeply ascends passing many Buddhist stupas until Nar Village which takes about 2 hours. We find several Buddhist Monasteries here to visit coupled with the glorious vistas of Pisang Peak and other small peaks. Stay overnight in Nar at teahouse lodge. 

Day 09:- Acclimatization and preparation at Nar:- Today is a rest day for acclimatization. This is the second day our planned to take a rest for acclimatization. We spend the day taking a day hike nearby and explore Nar village and have a close look over the local culture and lifestyle. We also prepare for the trek the next day. Stay overnight in Nar at same teahouse.

 

Day 10: Nar to Kang La Pass (5,322m/17,460ft) to Ngwal (3,660m/12,008ft): 7-8 hours:- After breakfast, we are beginning our trek continues Today is an adventurous day with long day hike so we get up early in the morning and head to Kangla pass. From the pass, we can see the Annapurna massif. We further trek down to Ngwal from there. Overnight in Nawal. 

Day 11:- Nawal to Manang (3,540m/11,614ft): 4-5 hours:-From Ngwal, we head for Manang today. We pass through the isolated village of Paugh overlooking the amazing views of the Annapurna range. We then move gently uphill to Mungli and then to the main trail of Annapurna Trail at Mungli. We eventually reach Manang. Stay overnight in Manang at tea house lodge.

Day 12:- Manang to Yak Kharka (4,110m/13,484ft): 3-4 hours:-From Manang village, the trail crosses a stream, climbs to a village of Tenki above Manang, and then continues to climb out of the Marshyangdi Valley turning northwest up the valley of Jarsang Khola. The trail follows this valley northward, passing a few pastures, a scrub of juniper trees, as it steadily gains elevation. The trail further passes near the small village of Ghunsa, a cluster of flat mud roofs just below the trailhead. Now the trail goes through meadows where horses and yaks graze. After crossing a small river on a wooden bridge, the trail passes an ancient old Mani wall in a pleasant meadow and then reaches another small village of Yak Kharka. Stay overnight in yak kharka at tea house lodge. 

Day 13:- Yak Kharka to Thorong High Camp (4,600m/15,092ft): 3-4 hours: – After breakfast, we are continuing our way to the foot of the pass, Throng high camp today. Thorong high camp is an only one teahouse and always busy catering to the needs of tired trekkers and climbers. Trekkers like us use this point as a base camp. Some visitors stay only low camp but a hike to the High Camp today so that the next day can be easier for us. Stay overnight at tea house. 

Day 14:- Thorong High Camp to Thorong La (5,416m/17764ft) to Muktinath (3,800m/12,467ft): 7-8 hours:- After early fast breakfast we continue our trek to crossing the difficult Thorong La Pass at a dizzying height of 5,416m/17,764ft is another highlight of this trek. An early start is important to go through the icy high-altitude trail. But the picturesque mountain vistas are more than compensates the strenuous walk through the grueling trail. We reach Muktinath by sunset which is an important pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhist. We can stroll around the area which hosts a Vishnu temple and a Monastery nearby. Stay overnight in Muktinath at Tea house lodge.

Day 15:- Muktinath to Jomsom (2,715m/8,910ft): 5-6 hours: – After breakfast, we begin descending down the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge through the dry land. We pass by Jharkot and Khingar villages which has typical Tibetan architecture. Following the valley floor most of the way sprawled along the banks of the Kali Gandaki, we reach Jomsom. Stay overnight in Jomsom at tea house lodge. 

Day 16:- Jomsom to Pokhara Flight (827m/2,700ft): 30 min flight:-After breakfast we fly to Pokhara. The scenic flight takes us through the gorge of the two huge mountains, Annapurna range, and Dhaulagiri range. On arrival at Pokhara airport, we will be transferred to the lakeside hotel. We get some rest and explore the beauty of Pokhara Valley in the evening. While we relaxed walk along the bank of Fewa Lake, the second biggest lake of Nepal while favorable the mountain view of Machhapuchhare. We can also go for a boat-ride in Fewa Lake or take a short hike to the World Peace Pagoda. We can end the day with a leisurely stroll around the attention-grabbing lakeside area. Stay overnight in Pokhara at Hotel.

 Day 17:- Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428ft): 5-6 hours drive: After breakfast, we drive back to Kathmandu. After reaching Kathmandu, we will be transferred to the hotel. There is nothing to do but trade emails with travel companions and organize our photos. We can spend the evening relaxed or perhaps catch up on some last-minute shopping. Either way, we celebrate the successful completion. Stay overnight in Kathmandu at the same hotel.

 Day 18:- Final departure from Nepal to your own destination: – Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today! Transfer to the international airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight. On our way home, we have plenty of time to plan our next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.

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Your Program Duration = 18 days Days
All the Prices are in GBP (£) Per Person.

Cost Include

       COST IS INCLUDED

  • 2 Night accommodation in Kathmandu with B/B basie\s plan
  • Kathmandu to Beshishara transfer by bus.
  •  1 Night accommodation in Pokhra with B/B basic plan
  •  All airport and hotel transfers
  • National permit & TIMS permit ( Trekking Information Management System)
  •  Accommodation, food and Tea/coffee during the trek
  • Guide:- including salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging
  • Porter:- including salary, insurance, equipment, food, and lodging
  • From Pokhara airport to Hotel transfer
  • From Pokhara Hotel to airport transfer
  • Kathmandu airport to Hotel transfer
  • For guest:-Down jacket, Good sleeping bag (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
  • From Kathmandu Hotel to Tribhuban international transfer.
  • All government and local taxes

Cost Exclude

COST IS NOT INCLUDED

  • Food in Kathmandu Lunch & Dinner)
  • Food in Pokhara (Lunch & Dinner)
  • Bakery food during the trek. When you eat in the bakery that you need to pay by yourself
  •  Nepal Visa fee
  • International airfare from your country to Kathmandu and from Kathmandu.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu.
  • Jomsom-PKR flight fear
  • Travel and rescue insurance if the guest gets mountain sickness and needs to rescue helicopter.
  • Personal expenses example (phone calls, laundry service, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)
  • Tips for guide and porters
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  • Dammaru Niraula was our guide and confidant for our recent visit to Nepal. We went on a humanitarian visit to build a hothouse in the village of Phortse in the Khumbu region of Nepal but also included some trekking on a personal level before and after our project. Dammaru was a vital link in getting the project off the ground and…

    Testimonial from Bell Howse with hothouse group  Australia
    • Testimonial from Bell Howse with hothouse group Australia
  • Dammaru Niraula Trekking Guide Trip Leader I have had an association with Dammaru over the last three years. My first trek with Dammaru was to the Solu Khumbu region where he tailored a trek to suit our request to climb some remote passes and stay off the main tourist routes where possible. His knowledge of the area was very impressive and his attention to our safety was always his major concern. The second trek I did with Dammaru two years…

    Ian Thwaity with hothouse group Australia
    • Ian Thwaity with hothouse group Australia
    • Australia
  • Dear Dammaru I have been trekking to Ghorepani poon hill on Jan 07 for 6 days with Mr. Dammaru. Poonhill is so beautiful, so all I can do is just taking pictures on poon hill. If you were planning to trek in Nepal, I…

    Testimonial from Hajime / Tokyo.
    • Testimonial from Hajime / Tokyo.
    • Japan
  • I was a member of a group of nine friends from Northamptonshire in 204 from the UK, on a trek of the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. Apart from one member, we were all approaching or over the age of 60 and were all well aware of the difficulties we could encounter at Thorong La which sits at an altitude of 5,416 meters (17,769…

    Philip Pomeroy  Holcot, Northamptonshire, UK.
    • Philip Pomeroy Holcot, Northamptonshire, UK.
    • British
  • My husband and I embarked on a trip to Nepal in October 2006. We were hoping to avoid the large tour groups and were referred to Himalayan Holidays based in Kathmandu as a provider of customized tours. We had looked on the net to determine the tour we wanted to undertake and spoke to many people and eventually decided 6-day on Ghorepani Poon…

    Peter Smith & Jane Fairlie  South Australia
    • Peter Smith & Jane Fairlie South Australia
    • Australia
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  • Dammaru Niraula was our guide and confidant for our recent visit to Nepal. We went on a humanitarian visit to build a hothouse in the village of Phortse in the Khumbu region of Nepal but also included some trekking on a personal level before and after our project. Dammaru was a vital link in getting the project off the ground and then as a support person in Nepal before, during and after. He completed the following tasks with the utmost professionalism and patience. Arranged transfer of a large number of funds from Australian bank account to Nepalese bank account. Communications with the village before we arrived to ensure the walls were built. Organized our itinerary and necessary bookings for the trekking part of our journey for 8 adults. Once we arrived in Nepal he then assisted us in purchasing all the gear we needed for the finishing of the hothouse. e.g. Polycarbonate roof sheeting and the many other bits of hardware necessary. Transport of the roofing etc to Phortse village via helicopter, plane, yak, and porter. As well as being a part of the project Dammaru also was our trekking guide for the duration of our trip of 5 weeks. He organized everything for us from the hotel, in Kathmandu and everything in between our trek to base camp. He is honest, reliable and always puts the customer first. I would have no hesitation in recommending Dammaru to anyone who is considering a trip to Nepal.

    Testimonial from Bell Howse with hothouse group  Australia
    • Testimonial from Bell Howse with hothouse group Australia
  • Dammaru Niraula Trekking Guide Trip Leader I have had an association with Dammaru over the last three years. My first trek with Dammaru was to the Solu Khumbu region where he tailored a trek to suit our request to climb some remote passes and stay off the main tourist routes where possible. His knowledge of the area was very impressive and his attention to our safety was always his major concern. The second trek I did with Dammaru two years later. This trip was the culmination of a long term project to build hothouses in a village deep into the Solu Khumbu region. www.himalyanhothouse.org To complete this project Dammaru had a pivotal role in developing contacts, sourcing materials helping to manage the project finances. During the preparations for the Hothouse project, we found Dammaru to be honest, prompt and very hardworking. He also showed a great understanding of our requests and needs for the project to be successful. During the trek, itself Dammaru co-ordinated seven of our group and six porters as well as an extra climbing guide. He also acted as a very effective interpreter and liaison with the people of the village of Phortse. On a personal level, Dammaru is the most genuine man with a big heart. He shared the passion for our project and its humanitarian ideals. Once again our safety during the whole trek was his main concern. A phrase often used by Dammaru sums up his professional work ethic. Service is most important. I would not hesitate to recommend the services of Dammaru Niraula if you plan to undertake a trek or similar activity in Nepal.
    Ian Thwaity with hothouse group Australia
    • Ian Thwaity with hothouse group Australia
    • Australia
  • Dear Dammaru I have been trekking to Ghorepani poon hill on Jan 07 for 6 days with Mr. Dammaru. Poonhill is so beautiful, so all I can do is just taking pictures on poon hill. If you were planning to trek in Nepal, I would recommend you as one choice. His personality and professional guide skill makes me fun of Trekking and Nepal. so I am planning to go to Nepal again this August. He may meet all demand of you request on your trekking trip even though you join in the big group.  Because he has more over 10 years experience of  trekking guide for Many English and Japanese speaker. Actually, I have never met such a good Japanese speaker guide and I had no chance to speak in English with him. I can recommend him to all people who need great experience guide with English or Japanese. so you can get satisfaction for a great guide. Very Thanks,
    Testimonial from Hajime / Tokyo.
    • Testimonial from Hajime / Tokyo.
    • Japan
  • I was a member of a group of nine friends from Northamptonshire in 204 from the UK, on a trek of the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. Apart from one member, we were all approaching or over the age of 60 and were all well aware of the difficulties we could encounter at Thorong La which sits at an altitude of 5,416 meters (17,769 feet). Our group was led by Dammaru Niraula and we were most impressed by his leadership qualities. He introduced us gently to the lower altitudes and gradually encouraged us on longer and more arduous days of trekking. At Manang, he encouraged us to take a day trek up the lower slopes of Gangapurna and Annapurna III (see my photo below) and afterward to attend an altitude safety lecture in Manang. We are all convinced that, without his careful attention to altitude safety, we would not all have completed the trek over Thorong La and some of us at least would have joined the many trekkers who are forced to descend suffering from altitude sickness. We will always be eternally grateful to Dammaru and his team of Sherpas. Like many Nepalese, Dammaru has a very quiet and gentle nature with a keen sense of humor and fun. At first, he appears to be shy and reserved but is constantly attending to the needs of his guests, assessing their temperaments and abilities and adjusting the itinerary accordingly. After a few days in his care, you come to realize that you are in the hands of an experienced, competent and understanding mountain guide. I can recommend him too highly and know that he will continue to offer excellent trekking facilities in the Himalayas.
    Philip Pomeroy  Holcot, Northamptonshire, UK.
    • Philip Pomeroy Holcot, Northamptonshire, UK.
    • British
  • My husband and I embarked on a trip to Nepal in October 2006. We were hoping to avoid the large tour groups and were referred to Himalayan Holidays based in Kathmandu as a provider of customized tours. We had looked on the net to determine the tour we wanted to undertake and spoke to many people and eventually decided 6-day on Ghorepani Poon Hill trek. We live in a plain and therefore training for the trek was a challenge in itself. We spent our weekends climbing up and down a 700metre high hill that was regarded as sufficiently steep for our training needs. However, we were unsure of what to expect in Nepal and were concerned about our levels of fitness for the trek that we had in mind. We were introduced to our guide, Dammaru at the hotel we were staying in Kathmandu and our anxieties were quickly alleviated. This diminutive gentleman exuded confidence and assured us that he was able to accommodate our individual fitness levels and ensure that our time in his country was hassle free. And indeed he did! Without it being particularly noticeable, Dammaru controlled the tempo of our daily treks in order that the enjoyment factor always exceeded any physical discomfort. His relationship with the locals was both real & genuine which meant we never felt like intruders or uncomfortable in their presence. Dammaru's keen negotiation skills with the local tea house proprietors' meant the delay between arriving & unwinding from the challenges of our daily treks was minimal with the accommodation always being appropriate to our needs. His professionalism was faultless. He provided us with a wealth of information on all aspects of the history, culture, flora, and fauna of this remarkable country. Not only was he a fantastic guide, but his cheeky grin and sense of humor ensured Dammaru to be a fantastic traveling companion. Our dealings with Dammaru exceeded all expectations and we hope to make a return visit to this stunningly beautiful country.

    Peter Smith & Jane Fairlie  South Australia
    • Peter Smith & Jane Fairlie South Australia
    • Australia
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