Nar Phu Valley Trek — 12 Days
Strenuous

Nar Phu Valley Trek — 12 Days

Nar Phu Valley Trek — 12 DaysNar Phu Valley Trek — 12 DaysNar Phu Valley Trek — 12 DaysNar Phu Valley Trek — 12 Days
4.8 (9)by Alpine Exploration Nepal

Duration

12 days

Max Alt.

5,320m

Difficulty

Strenuous

Guide

Included ✓

Porter

Available

Type

Tea house

Overview

A hidden high-altitude valley north of the Annapurna Circuit, bordering Tibet. Nar and Phu are ancient Tibetan villages that saw their first outside visitors only in 2003. Cross Kang La (5,320m) for breathtaking views, explore medieval gompas, and meet the last truly traditional Tibetan communities in Nepal.

Route

Koto → Meta → Phu Village → Nar → Kang La (5,320m) → Ngawal → Manang → Besisahar

Day-by-day itinerary

12 days · what you'll do each day

  1. 1
    Arrival, briefing & drive to trailheadDay 1

    Arrival, briefing & drive to trailhead

    1,400 m

    Meet your guide, complete a gear check and permit briefing, then transfer to the trek starting point and settle in for the night.

  2. 2
    Trek to MetaDay 2

    Trek to Meta

    2,397 m

    A scenic 6–8 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.

  3. 3
    Trek to Phu VillageDay 3

    Trek to Phu Village

    2,896 m

    A scenic 4–6 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.

  4. 4
    Trek to NarDay 4

    Trek to Nar

    3,395 m

    A scenic 5–7 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.

  5. 5
    Trek to Kang La (5Day 5

    Trek to Kang La (5

    3,894 m

    A scenic 6–8 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.

  6. 6
    Trek to 320m)Day 6

    Trek to 320m)

    4,393 m

    A scenic 4–6 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.

  7. 7
    Trek to NgawalDay 7

    Trek to Ngawal

    4,892 m

    A scenic 5–7 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.

  8. 8
    Trek to ManangDay 8

    Trek to Manang

    5,320 m

    A scenic 6–8 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.

  9. 9
    Trek to BesisaharDay 9

    Trek to Besisahar

    5,320 m

    A scenic 4–6 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.

  10. 10
    Trek to KotoDay 10

    Trek to Koto

    5,320 m

    A scenic 5–7 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.

  11. 11
    Trek to MetaDay 11

    Trek to Meta

    5,320 m

    A scenic 6–8 hour walk through forests, ridgelines and mountain villages with sweeping Himalayan views. Overnight at a local tea house.

  12. 12
    Final descent & return transferDay 12

    Final descent & return transfer

    1,500 m

    Complete the last leg of the trail, transfer back to the city and celebrate your achievement.

📋 Permits Required

  • Nar Phu Restricted Area Permit
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit

📅 Best Seasons

springautumn

What's Included

  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Porter service (1 per 2 trekkers)
  • Tea-house / lodge accommodation
  • All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • All trekking permits & TIMS card
  • Airport / trailhead transfers
  • First-aid kit & oximeter
  • Government taxes & service charges

Not Included

  • International airfare
  • Nepal entry visa
  • Travel & rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses & shopping
  • Tips for guide & porter
  • Drinks, snacks & hot showers on trek

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