The trip across the restricted area of Nar-Phu valley is one of the most exclusive and uncommon treks. This stunning location is on the most inaccessible side of Manang, and entrance is only permitted with paid permission. Likewise. these areas are fully covered by snow during the winter, making travel and exploration only feasible in other seasons. Along with deep gorges, dense forests, waterfalls, and suspension bridges, the two renowned passes Kangla Pass and Thorong La Pass the Himalayan peaks, and mainly the two valleys of Nar and Phu are the main attractions.
Nar & Phu with Kangla Thorangla Trek -20 Days
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The trip across the restricted area of Nar-Phu valley is one of the most exclusive and uncommon treks.The journey starts with a tour of the UNESCO world heritage sites in the Kathmandu Valley. Moreover, on the third day, the trip begins in Besishar.
Highlights of the tour
- Experience the scenic hidden valley of Nar & Phu
- One of Nepal’s classic treks while getting off the beaten path in the Annapurna region
- Travel through ancient villages that have barely changed over the centuries
- Explore charming villages with rich traditions, culture, and religion of Tibetan
- Observe crossing two great picturesque passes Kangla & Thorangla in the country of rich flora and fauna, blue sheep, and elusive rare snow leopard.
- Explore the rich biodiversity of the place
- Enjoy the beautiful landscape of the place
- Travel through a part of the Tibetan plateau
Trip Overview of Nar & Phu with Kangla Thorangla Trek -20 Days
ITINERARY
The flight into the Kathmandu Valley is breathtaking, offering views of the Himalaya and the terraced valley level. One of our employees will meet you when you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport and drive you to your accommodation.
You may have time to tour the city depending on your arrival at the airport. You should eat your first meal in Thamel, a popular tourist destination, where there are many restaurants to choose from serving both Western and native Nepali cuisine.
The morning after breakfast at the given time our city and cultural guide will guide you in and around Kathmandu at places of interest and importance, as Kathmandu Valley is full of World Heritage Sites the holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath ( Little Tibet), Swayambhunath ( Monkey Temple) & monasteries, ancient Kings Palaces and courtyard in Kathmandu; after an interesting sightseeing back to the hotel, preparation for the trip to Nar & Phu with Kangla & Thorangla trek.
After an early breakfast your guide will be there to pick you up and you will take a bus to Besisahar. The journey will take around 6 hours if there are not any foreseen events.
On this day we will take a four-wheel jeep from Besisahar to Chyamje for around 2 and a half hours. After that we will trek for around 5 and a half hours to reach Dharapani which will be our rest point for the day.
After Breakfast in Dharapani we will be heading towards Koto. Up to this day you will be travelling along old Annapurna Circuit Route. It will take around 6 hours hike to reach Koto.
You will start the day early after eating breakfast in Koto because there is a lot of distance to cover. You will first cross the river and approach the valleys of Nar and Phu. This region is less developed than the towns on the adjacent Annapurna Circuit and has a lot of scenic views for nature enthusiasts.
With a combination of lovely oak, rhododendron and bamboo forests, as well as steep cliffs and a number of suspension bridges as you cross back and forth going up the valley, the walk through the stunning narrow valley is one of the most picturesque on the hike. It’s around 6 hours of trek from Koto to Chha Chha.
After an early breakfast in Chha Chha we head towards Metha. You will continue your journey through a wide waterfall after emerging from a little canyon where the foliage is thicker, and the area is bigger.
There are breathtaking vistas of some of the massive snow-capped peaks in the horizon as you ascend a steep slope on the final stretch into Meta. There are a few spotless teahouses for trekkers in this little settlement.
Leaving Meta after breakfast, you will start to see some of the distinctive, kaleidoscopic Tibetan Buddhist stupas that have made Nar and Phu famous. For this day we will be doing a short trek of four hours to Kyang.
With lovely views of the Phu valley and the beautiful Nar Phedi monastery, the walk twists over the ridge. You will eventually arrive at a monolith that defends the arduous trail up to Phu after more hiking through lovely canyons and gorges and through numerous suspension bridges over various streams.
From here, you may get your first glimpse of the three nearby villages, as well as an old dzong (Fortress in Tibetan style) and the ruins of two more forts, all of which are majestically perched above the surrounding flatlands. There will be a row of even more magnificent stupas visible in the distance just before you cross the bridge into Phu.
Get up in Phu, eat breakfast, and then go back the way you came down to Meta. But this time, you will exit at the monastery in Nar Phedi, which will serve as your lodging for the night. In actuality, Nar Phedi comprises just of the monastery!
The nuns are quite hospitable, and the apartments are tidy and clean. Come and sit with them in the kitchen as they cook dinner over a little fireplace.
You are welcome to see the puja (blessing), which takes place in the late afternoon. Look for the tiny charity box in the monastery in which you can place a gift towards the upkeep of this lovely and welcoming place.
The day is simple today. After eating breakfast, you can participate in praying and meditating with the monks in the monastery. You can also roam around in the surrounding if you want.
Since today is a long day, it is recommended to start early in the morning at about 3 am and travel to the Kang La Pass, which connects to the well-known Annapurna Circuit. Although it is not a challenging pass, the impact of the altitude might make the day tiresome.
Once at the summit of the pass, you can take in a breathtaking vista of Tilicho Peak, Gangapurna, and Annapurna II. If you adore scree running, you might enjoy the steep beginning of the descent. Take a break for lunch on a plateau with a view of the summit before continuing on to Ngawal. Compared to the historic villages you recently visited, Ngawal, on the upper Pisang circuit of the Annapurna Circuit, is unquestionably different. There will be phone and wi-fi signals at most lodges, and the menus are far more extensive, and the lodges are larger.
The trek for this day is relatively short and easy. We will be trekking for around 3 hours to reach Manang which will be our rest point for the day.
After starting the day at Manang, you will go up above Khangsar village along a gently meandering trail that offers more views of the Himalayan peaks as you pass among juniper bushes and the ruins of the former Khangsar.
The historic wooden bridge between Gumsang and Yak Kharka, where yak herders bring their livestock to graze, is reached by taking a trail that is not marked from here. Your overnight stop will be here.
The picturesque trip for today begins with breakfast in Yak Kharka, followed by a long, steady ascent to where you will spend the night. As you ascend a hill, you will see that the high-altitude sceneries getting crazier and crazier. After that, you will proceed to the Marsyangdi river where a wooden bridge across the river will take you to a tiny tea store.
You will ascend the mountain path on the bank for a few distance, then descend to Thorung Phedi by way of a winding track. Once you’re settled, you can spend the rest of the afternoon reading, relaxing with a book, or socializing with other trekkers spending the night at High Camp.
Since this is the longest and toughest day of the walk, it starts at sunrise. Start by ascending the Thorung La, the highest point on the Annapurna Circuit at 17,717 feet (5400 m), where you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the Mustang and Kaligandaki valleys and the surrounding peaks.
Spend some time taking pictures as the summit unfolds to show a grand view of snow-capped peaks extending toward Tibet. Since the descent is nearly as taxing as the ascent, you can unwind with a cup of tea and a snack at the teahouse in Muktinath phedi when you reach the bottom.
Return to the tranquil settlement of Muktinath by hiking up a lengthy, grassy slope through a number of steps towards the lower Mustang. This significant Buddhist and Hindu pilgrimage site are encircled by untamed mountains and offers unrivaled sights of Dhaulagiri, the seventh highest peak in the world.
Visit Muktinath Temple, an important site of prayer for Nepalese Buddhists and Hindus, after breakfast at your teahouse. Before beginning the trail, you will have the chance to explore the main temple and its surroundings.
Start your journey back to Jomsom from here on a straightforward, downhill path. You will have excellent views of Mt. Dhaulagiri as you retrace your route. Pass through Jarkot to see one more monastery, take in the views of the snow-capped mountains, and explore some prehistoric caves. Keep an eye out for local people who may offer products to pilgrims while admiring the indications of the vibrant Tibetan culture.
You will take a morning flight to Pokhara today for 30 minutes after breakfast in Jomsom. Get a window seat so you can take in the breathtaking mountain scenery as you travel. When you get to Pokhara, check into your accommodation and spend the afternoon and evening
at leisure.
This laid-back lakeside community serves as the entrance to the Himalayas, thus there are a ton of hip cafés, eateries, water sports, stylish stores, and yoga studios that appeal to foreigners and adventurers.
After breakfast, you will be heading towards Bus Park where you will be taking a tourist bus to Kathmandu.
It is time to bid Nepal goodbyes. Enjoy one more breakfast in a café, a stroll through the city, and/or some souvenir shopping to cap off your time in Kathmandu. When you arrive at your hotel, a representative will pick you up and take you to the airport in time for your flight home.
Itinerary Note
What to expect?
Price Includes
- All the ground transportation as per itinerary.
- Hotel in Kathmandu ( 2 nights) and Pokhara ( One night) with breakfast at 3 stars level.
- Meals 3 times a day (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trekking and Pokhara for you.
- Twin sharing comfortable and clean private room in trekking.
- Domestic flight ticket from Jomsom to Pokhara with airport tax.
- Trip Map.
- Filtered water in trekking using (Katadyn Pocket Water Filter)
- An experienced, knowledgeable English Speaking Government license holder trekking guide and strong porter (1 porter for 2 people).
- Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, and local tax for Guide and porter.
- Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- Four season sleeping bag and down jackets to use for trekking, if necessary.
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- All necessary paper works and Annapurna conservation entry permits.
- Emergency helicopter rescue arrangement which will be paid by your insurance company.
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System).
- Farwell dinner in Kathmandu.
- All our government taxes, vat, local tax, tourist service charges.
Price Excludes
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (Except farewell dinner in Kathmandu)
- All kinds of drinks in the mountain (hot, cold and alcoholic).
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu.
- Personal equipment.
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Extra personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, laundry, shower, excess baggage charges)
- Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected).
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on ‘Price Includes’ section.
Major attractions in Nar & Phu with Kangla Thorangla Trek -20 Days
The Nar and Phu with Kangla Thoroangla pass starts with Kathmandu. Upon reaching Kathmandu the trip continues a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu. Then from Kathmandu, the trip continues with a drive to Jagat 1, 290 m via Besisahar. After, trek to Dharapani and from Dharapani the trip continues through Kotto, Dharmashala, Kyang, Phu village
Similarly, while in Phu village there all visitors will rest and explore the Phu village. Then from Phu village, the further trekking continues Nar Phedi and to Nar Gaon. Likewise, from Nar Gaon, the trekking continues to Kang La Base Camp. After that, Cross Kangla Pass. From there to Manang and after that to Thorong High Camp.
Then the trip resumes from there to Muktinath, Jomsom then fly to Pokhara then drive to Kathmandu and International departure for homeward bound.
Trekking Equipments, Gears & Some Medicines
- Sun hat
- Scarf
- Light balaclava
- Warm wool hat
- UV protection one Sunglasses
- Head torch with extra batteries.
- Tshirts
- Shirts
- Sleeveless or body warmer type fleece.
- Long sleeve shirts
- Thermal Vest
- Down Jacket
- Fleece Jacket
- Pullover
- Sports bras (women)
- Waterproof outer jacket
- Rain Coat
- Hand wear
- Fleece gloves.
- Warms mittens or gloves.
- Long Under Wear
- Short Under Wear
- Lightweight Cotton Long Pants
- Warm Trousers
- Tracksuit pants
- Lightweight thermal trouser
- Fleece pants
- Cotton paints
- Thin inner socks
- Thick warm wool hiking socks
- Walking boots with ankle support
- Trainers or trail shoes
- Gaiters
- Micro spikes
- Camera and Accessories
- Phone
- Power Bank
- Solar Panel
- Travel Adapter
- Book
- Playing Cards/Games
- Journal and Pen
- Snacks and Specialist Food
- Sunscreen
- Insect Repellent
- Hand Sanitizer
- Toilet Paper
- Wet Wipes
- Pocket Hand Warmers
- Moisturizing skin cream and Lip balm
- Toiletries
- Water purifier
- First Aid
- Passport and Copy
- Travel Insurance Details
- Trekking Permit(s)
- Waterproof Document Wallet
- Cash
- Guide will take a group first aid kit but please bring personal medications and other items you might use regularly such as
- Any personal medications
- Malaria prophylactic tablets
- Blister treatment
- Rehydration powder
- Analgesics (Paracetamol, ibuprofen and aspirin)
- Plasters and zinc oxide tape
- Throat lozenges
- Diamox
- Duffel Bag or Suitcase
- Day pack
- Sleeping bag
- Water bottle
- Trekking poles
- Towel
Good to Know
Q. Do you provide any gears for trekking?
Q. Can I rent or buy gears in Kathmandu?
Q. How much weight does porter carries?
Q. How much weight does airplane allow to Lukla?
Q. Can I take some more gears for paying extra charge?
Q. When Should I pack my gears?
Q. What equipment should I carry at Daypack?
Q. Can I store suitcase and other unnecessary gears in hotel in Kathmandu or at your office?
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for all Clients undertaking any tour. It should provide adequate protection for the full duration of the tour to cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, helicopter evacuation, loss of luggage, etc. For your kind information, we would like to give a list of the insurance companies, please inquire with them.
- USA and Canada: Tugo, United Health Care, World Nomad, Blue Cross
- Australia and New Zealand: Fast Cover, Allianz Australia
- Singapore: Ergo, World Nomad (Explore plan level 3)
- Europe: Europe Assistance, Austrian Alpine Club, Allianz Europe
- India: ICICI Lombard
Altitude and Temperature in Nepal
Altitude (in meter) & Temperature (in degree Celsius) in Nepal over 2000m/6056ft. Trekking areas are only situated over 2000meter in Nepal.
Altitude | Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter | ||||
March, April, May | June, July, Aug | Sept., Oct, Nov | Dec, Jan, Feb | |||||
Max. | Min. | Max. | Min. | Max. | Min. | Max. | Min. | |
2000m -2500m | 27 | 5 | 29 | 9 | 25 | 2 | 20 | -2 |
3000m – 3500m | 12 | -5 | 20 | -1 | 17 | -2 | 14 | -7 |
4000m – 4500m | 10 | -7 | 14 | -3 | 12 | -7 | 7 | -10 |
4500m- 5500m | 9 | -10 | 12 | -5 | 10 | -15 | 5 | -20 |