Nar Phu Valley Trek is a fantastic and exciting journey to the novice, wild and unexplored vicinity at the north of Annapurna trek takes you to the exotic and enthralling valley of Nar Phu (a valley in the north of Manang).
Nar Phu Valley trek starts from Jagat, the same trail to the popular trekking routes of Annapurna Circuit, and branches off at Koto. You can experience the magnificent panoramas of Annapurna massifs from Kang La pass that links Nar with Manang and three other Bhotia villages in the Neyshang valley. You can witness the valley system with a huge expanse of high snow-peaks, ancient villages and high altitude grazing settlements. Trekking to this hidden mountain valley offers you medieval Tibetan culture in undisturbed form, dramatic mountains views, great alpine sceneries and so on. Mountain Layers Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd. is proud to organise Nar Phu Valley Trek
Upon you arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), our airport representative with receive you and transfer you to the hotel in a private care or high-end tourist bus. After your refreshment at hotel, our trekking leader will meet you and make a complete briefing about the trek.
After breakfast, the sightseeing trip begins. An experienced city guide and comfy private van/car will be available during your sightseeing program. The first scheduled sightseeing spot is sacred Hindu temple complex- Pashupatinath which was built in Lichhavi period. We then drive to Boudhanath, one of largest stupa in the world. It is the spiritual Buddhist shrine for Nepalese and Tibetan Buddhist. We then visit Shayambhunath (2,000 years old monkey temple) that soars high at the hilltop. All three spots holds great religious and cultural significance for Nepalese people. Interestingly, all these religious sites are listed under UNESCO heritage site list.
After breakfast, we leave Kathmandu and drive for 8-9 hours towards Jagat. We drive on a winding path exploring the picturesque countryside, lush green forest, rivers, cultivated fields and mountain vistas. Negotiating frequent switchback, we reach Besishahar and couple of hour drive via dusty and coarse road takes us to Nagdi.
Trek from Nagdi to Jagat village (1400m) for approximately 6 hours. Enjoy the scenic trail as you ascend through the picturesque landscape of the Himalayan foothills. Arrive at Jagat village and settle in for the night at a cozy lodge, where you can rest and rejuvenate for the adventures ahead.
After breakfast, we start our trek in a gradual pace. At the first part of a trail, we climb down to Jagat until it reachs the bank of river and continue further through the verdant forest. The trail then makes steep climb to the sharp-edged cliff overlooking the river. Chyamje is seen at distant at the glorious backdrop of Annapurna range. The trail crosses the suspension bridge and makes a steep climb via slippery and arduous path to reach Sattale. Further, the join the path of rock-strewn route and drop off to the grassy river back that eventually takes to Tal. From Tal, the steep ascend the trail makes a steep ascent to Karte and walks along the waterfalls and cliffs to reach Dharapani.
After breakfast, we begin with steep forested ridges and several landslide section en route to west of deep valley. We get the mesmerizing view of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II and Annapurna IV (7,525m/24,688ft) while making our way to large mani wall of Chame. There is small hot spring where you can soothe to relief you tiring muscles.
Today, we cross the suspension bridge over Marshyandi River and head right of Nar-Phu River. We enter deep into the lush forest and walk across the narrow forested gorge while enjoying the Annapurna range at a same time. Climbing steeply via forested route, we cross suspension bridge again and pass Hulaki Odar (3,060m) (Postman Cave) to reach small hot spring. Here after, we duck down steeply until we enter into the village of Dharmasala. Further, walking through several uphill and downhill terrain, we reach the Meta village.
We begin with several ups and downs and cross suspension bridges over the streams. Walking for several hours, we reach Kyang village where we can explore last remnant of ruined forts of Khampa settlements (it is place where Tibetan refugee captured and lived centuries ago). Walking further along Phu Khola on a boulder trail, we finally reach Phu Goan.
Today is first scheduled acclimatization for Nar Phu Valley trek. We can either hike up to summer pasture Ngoru Kharka or walk to Himlung Base Camp for great Mt. Himlung views. We explore local culture and get deep insight of their tradition and visit Tashi Lhokhang Gompa at 4,150m. Phu refers to the summit of the valley and the pyramid shaped peak soaring at 6,364m is named as Bhrikuti, a queen of Tibetna king Songtseng Gompo beyond Tibet.
Today, we climb down via many streams and suspension bridges to reach Phu village. Crossing the 80m suspension bridge over Lapche Khola, the trail climbs steeply towards Nar village crossing many small Buddhist stupa that takes about 2 hours.
Easy trek from Nar village to Nar Phedi, located near the base of the Kang La Pass.
Today is a long day, so get up before sunrise and head towards the Kang La Pass, which leads back onto the popular Annapurna Circuit. It is not a difficult pass, but it can be a long day as the effects of altitude will be felt. Once on top of the pass, you can enjoy an amazing view over Annapurna II, Gangapurna, and Tilicho Peak. The trail down starts off steep, but if you enjoy scree running you can have some fun! Stop for lunch on a plateau overlooking the peak, then continue towards Ngawal. Ngawal, on the upper Pisang route of the Annapurna Circuit, is certainly very different from the ancient villages just visited. The lodges are big, the menus much more comprehensive and there will be Wifi and phone signals in most lodges.
Today, we make our way to Chame. We walk through many scattered village and secluded village of Paugh displaying the wonderful view of Annapurna range. We climb over Mungli and join the main Annapurna Circuit trail. Walking through frequent ups and downs, we reach Chame where we set our camp for overnight stay
The weather gets much hotter and the scenery greener as you descend more than 2000m from the pass. Set off early for the last few hours of trekking to reach Pisang. 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. There, stay in a comfortable hotel.
The drive back to Kathmandu takes around five hours. Enjoy a hot shower and the luxuries of the city once again! Spend the afternoon shopping for souvenirs in Thamel, or just relaxing.
It's time to say farewell to Nepal. Enjoy your last moments in Kathmandu with breakfast in a café, a city stroll, and/or souvenir shopping. A representative will meet you at your hotel and drive you to the airport for your return flight home. It's good to be at the airport at least 2 hours prior to departure.
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