Nar & Phu Trekking
Thank you so much for organizing our trip Nar And Phu Valley, we had the perfect time with our guide Bir Gurung, and I will recommend Nepal Wilderness trekking and guide Bir Gurung.
see you Himal next time
Nar Phu Trek
Nar Phu Trek
Annapurna Region
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2 Reviews
Trip Facts
Duration : 13 Days
Max-Altitude : 5320
Program Type : Tea House
Best Season : Sep-Nov, April-Jun
Per Day Walking : 6/7 Hours
Trek Grade :
Grade 3:
Since the terrain can be hard and the days long, hikers on these treks should be in good physical condition and have some previous mountain walking experience. Steep climbing may be involved, although it is never necessary to use ropes. Treks at this level can he arranged for periods of 16 to 21 days. Typically, a gradual ascent through a green river valley will lead you up to a number of high passes, where you will reach the altitude of 5416m. Often times, you will get a close insight into the Tibetan culture. Participants should expect to trek above 5416m/17872ft.
Hold Your Guide : Suk Bahadur Ghale
All price inclusive
$ 1200
$ 1030
Overview
Nar Phu valley trek cost 13 days itinerary
Nar Phu Trek is the ancient Forbidden Kingdom valley which was only opened in 2002 for tourism, Nar Phu valley trek is between the Annapurna Circuit and Manaslu circuit regions, The high-altitude settlements of Nar and Phu are located in the valley of Nar Khola Nepal, and beyond the Marsyangdi river, connected with the Saribung peak Isolated Part of the Upper Mustang. To do Nar Phu Trek Nepal, the trekkers require License Holder Guide and Special Permit to enter Nar and Phu Valley. It is still limited tourists can visit per year, the controlled by the Nepal Government Department.
Nar Phu valley Trekking offers Tibetan culture, amazing gorges, medieval villages, 7000-meter peaks in a Tibetan enclave, The trip takes you through the world’s most stunning wilderness past ancient chortens, flocks of blue sheep, and over one of the highest passes in the region at 5300m Kang La and 5200m Mesokanto-La.
Nar Phu permit price and process
Not allowed to apply the Permits for single trekkers. The trekkers need at least 2 pax to receive the entrance permit for Nar & Phu valley Territory, also, the government register local Trekking agency needs to submit all official legal documents including Tax clear certificates with a Government Training license Holder Guide, license certificates, and valid Insurance copy.
The Phu valley is situated at 4050 meters altitudes, and Nar village is situated 4120 meters altitude above sea level. Along the trail of the Nar Phu trek Nepal, you are able to see beautiful scenery mountain great views of Annapurna ranges, Annapurna II, Himlung Himal, Saribung peak, Gangapurna, and Tilicho Peak, also journey via waterfall, Nar Khola, Marsyngdi river, beautiful river junction.
Nar Phu trek territory population and households
The people from Nar Phu villages speak the Tibetan language and some Nepali, they are Buddhist fellow religious, in 2011 Nepal government survey Nar Phu villages community counted the population 362 number. But living in villages Nar and Phu households are only 86 people, most of the peoples are Indian and abroad for business trade and job. also, Yak herding is the main occupation here, but there are also those who grow barley, wheat, and buckwheat on a small scale. The language spoken in Nar and Phu is heavily influenced by Tibetan, with the two languages differing from one another phonologically and lexically.
Additionally, historical Tibetan-derived culture, a sacred sanctuary of Buddhist monasteries and unique and colourful prayer stones, spinning prayer wheels, traditional people lifestyle, harmony classified the Annapurna Conservations Area.
After Nar Phu Trek, continue to Kang La pass and Knawal village, the Annapurna Circuit main Trekking trail, from here the descent to Chame and drive back to Besisahar- Kathmandu.
Nepal Wilderness Trekking Sherpa guide and porters team are promoting Nar Phu Trek 13 days itinerary and supporting local People of Nar, And Phu for fostering rural mingle remote villages north part of Annapurna region using by Locally guide and porters who speak fluent English and Local Language Of Nar and Phu Valley.
Nar Phu valley trek cost
Travel agencies charge different amounts for the same trek. We are a local company so our customized cost is U$D 1030 per person for 13 days itinerary, while an international agency may cost you around USD 2000 – 2500 per person. Although some agencies charge for their brands and convenience, local companies provide equally satisfying services. Although you will be supporting locals by booking through a country-specific agency, you are free to pick the agency based on your budget and travel plans.
Permits costs
1. Nar Phu Valley Restricted Area (NRA) Permits is U$D100 per week per person,
2. Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) permits U$D30 per person
3. Trekking Information management system (TIMS) Permits U$D20 per person
Note: single trekkers can’t issue a permit for Nar Phu Valley Trek because of Restricted Area, more information about Nepal trekking permit in the Restricted Zone.
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
Reviewed by Calxxy May 25, 2019Nar Phu restricted area trek over Kang La with guide Suk Bahadur Gyaldong Ghale using company Nepal Wilderness Trekking for a couple of age 50+. Easy to book via email. Good English speaking guide, knew the route and lodges, made sure we were comfortable and achieved our itinerary. The guide made expert recommendations but let us make the final decisions. We would recommend this company and guide…more»
Detail Itinerary
- Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu – Besishahar, and Jeep to Chamje (1310meters, 9 hours driving).
- Day 02: Trek from Chamje to Dharapani (1920meters, 6 hours walking).
- Day 03: Trek from Dharapani to Koto (2600meters, 5 hours walking).
- Day 04: Trek from Koto to Meta (3570meters, 7-8 hours walking).
- Day 05: Trek from Meta to Upper Chyaku ( 3720 meters, 3-4 hours walking).
- Day 06: Upper Chyaku to Phu Village (4050meters, 4-5 hours walking).
- Day 07: Trek from Phu Village to Nar Phedi (3500m, 6-7 hours walking).
- Day 08: Trek from Nar Phedi to Nar Village (4120meters, 3-4 hours walking).
- Day 09: Visit Monasteries in Nar Village.
- Day 10: Trek from Nar - Kang La Pass 5320 meters -Ngawal (3675meters, 8-9 hours).
- Day 11: Trek from Ngawal to Chame ( 2650 meters, 6 hours walking)
- Day 12: drive back to Besi Sahar by jeep, overnight at Besi Sahar.
- Day 13: Drive from Besishahar to Kathmandu for 6 hours.
Cost Included
- Nar and Phu Restricted Area (NRA) Permits.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit.
- Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS) Card.
- One English-speaking experience guide and required porters.
- Kathmandu-Chamje and Chamje-Kathmandu by Public bus or Jeep.
- All meals (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- seasonal fresh fruits after dinner
- Lodge Accommodation during the trek.
- Staff, equipment, meals, salary, insurance, etc.
- First Aids Kit.
- Kitbag for storing your belongings
- Sleeping bag for a comfortable night's sleep on a trek in minus 25 degrees
- Prices will be 10% discountable if there are more than 5 travellers with the contact person
- A complimentary trek for the leader if there are 10+1 participants with the contact person
- Necessary paper works, all government, and local taxes
- A certificate of appreciation from Nepal wilderness trekking after a successful trek
Cost Excluded
- Airfare for international flights
- Upon arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Nepal entry visa fees vary by duration (15 days - $25-30, 30 days
- Accommodations and meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara before and after our journey
- Personal equipment for high and cold temperatures
- Emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation covered by travel insurance
- All beverages, Soft and caffeinated table drinks such as coke, beer,
- Drinking water/mineral water, Dessert, etc. Hot shower, laundry
- Tip for guide and porter
- Excluded are all costs and expenses not listed under "cost includes"
- Inclusion of costs or delays beyond the control of the management, such as landslides, weather conditions, itinerary modifications due to safety concerns, illness, changes in government policies, strikes, etc.
Reviews
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Nar Phu Trek is lovely Trekking,
Our Guide Lal Gurung and Porter Dev Raj lead us Nar Phu Trek, it was beautiful, fantastic hidden valley trek of Annapurna area, we have been almost every trekking region in Nepal, but we love so much Nar Phu Trek less crowded, it is similar to Tibet and people are amiable.
Nar Village is beautiful, and Phu is also lovely and historical Buddhism monastery and typical old Gompa, we enjoy so much doing this trekking, Nepal Wilderness Trekking agency is well organize trekking agency and fast response, we already finalized for our next trip with Nepal Wilderness Trekking, Mr. Himal Ghale.
Nar Phu valley trek cost 13 days itinerary
Nar Phu Trek is the ancient Forbidden Kingdom valley which was only opened in 2002 for tourism, Nar Phu valley trek is between the Annapurna Circuit and Manaslu circuit regions, The high-altitude settlements of Nar and Phu are located in the valley of Nar Khola Nepal, and beyond the Marsyangdi river, connected with the Saribung peak Isolated Part of the Upper Mustang. To do Nar Phu Trek Nepal, the trekkers require License Holder Guide and Special Permit to enter Nar and Phu Valley. It is still limited tourists can visit per year, the controlled by the Nepal Government Department.
Nar Phu valley Trekking offers Tibetan culture, amazing gorges, medieval villages, 7000-meter peaks in a Tibetan enclave, The trip takes you through the world’s most stunning wilderness past ancient chortens, flocks of blue sheep, and over one of the highest passes in the region at 5300m Kang La and 5200m Mesokanto-La.
Nar Phu permit price and process
Not allowed to apply the Permits for single trekkers. The trekkers need at least 2 pax to receive the entrance permit for Nar & Phu valley Territory, also, the government register local Trekking agency needs to submit all official legal documents including Tax clear certificates with a Government Training license Holder Guide, license certificates, and valid Insurance copy.
The Phu valley is situated at 4050 meters altitudes, and Nar village is situated 4120 meters altitude above sea level. Along the trail of the Nar Phu trek Nepal, you are able to see beautiful scenery mountain great views of Annapurna ranges, Annapurna II, Himlung Himal, Saribung peak, Gangapurna, and Tilicho Peak, also journey via waterfall, Nar Khola, Marsyngdi river, beautiful river junction.
Nar Phu trek territory population and households
The people from Nar Phu villages speak the Tibetan language and some Nepali, they are Buddhist fellow religious, in 2011 Nepal government survey Nar Phu villages community counted the population 362 number. But living in villages Nar and Phu households are only 86 people, most of the peoples are Indian and abroad for business trade and job. also, Yak herding is the main occupation here, but there are also those who grow barley, wheat, and buckwheat on a small scale. The language spoken in Nar and Phu is heavily influenced by Tibetan, with the two languages differing from one another phonologically and lexically.
Additionally, historical Tibetan-derived culture, a sacred sanctuary of Buddhist monasteries and unique and colourful prayer stones, spinning prayer wheels, traditional people lifestyle, harmony classified the Annapurna Conservations Area.
After Nar Phu Trek, continue to Kang La pass and Knawal village, the Annapurna Circuit main Trekking trail, from here the descent to Chame and drive back to Besisahar- Kathmandu.
Nepal Wilderness Trekking Sherpa guide and porters team are promoting Nar Phu Trek 13 days itinerary and supporting local People of Nar, And Phu for fostering rural mingle remote villages north part of Annapurna region using by Locally guide and porters who speak fluent English and Local Language Of Nar and Phu Valley.
Nar Phu valley trek cost
Travel agencies charge different amounts for the same trek. We are a local company so our customized cost is U$D 1030 per person for 13 days itinerary, while an international agency may cost you around USD 2000 – 2500 per person. Although some agencies charge for their brands and convenience, local companies provide equally satisfying services. Although you will be supporting locals by booking through a country-specific agency, you are free to pick the agency based on your budget and travel plans.
Permits costs
1. Nar Phu Valley Restricted Area (NRA) Permits is U$D100 per week per person,
2. Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) permits U$D30 per person
3. Trekking Information management system (TIMS) Permits U$D20 per person
Note: single trekkers can’t issue a permit for Nar Phu Valley Trek because of Restricted Area, more information about Nepal trekking permit in the Restricted Zone.
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
Reviewed by Calxxy May 25, 2019Nar Phu restricted area trek over Kang La with guide Suk Bahadur Gyaldong Ghale using company Nepal Wilderness Trekking for a couple of age 50+. Easy to book via email. Good English speaking guide, knew the route and lodges, made sure we were comfortable and achieved our itinerary. The guide made expert recommendations but let us make the final decisions. We would recommend this company and guide…more»
- Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu – Besishahar, and Jeep to Chamje (1310meters, 9 hours driving).
- Day 02: Trek from Chamje to Dharapani (1920meters, 6 hours walking).
- Day 03: Trek from Dharapani to Koto (2600meters, 5 hours walking).
- Day 04: Trek from Koto to Meta (3570meters, 7-8 hours walking).
- Day 05: Trek from Meta to Upper Chyaku ( 3720 meters, 3-4 hours walking).
- Day 06: Upper Chyaku to Phu Village (4050meters, 4-5 hours walking).
- Day 07: Trek from Phu Village to Nar Phedi (3500m, 6-7 hours walking).
- Day 08: Trek from Nar Phedi to Nar Village (4120meters, 3-4 hours walking).
- Day 09: Visit Monasteries in Nar Village.
- Day 10: Trek from Nar - Kang La Pass 5320 meters -Ngawal (3675meters, 8-9 hours).
- Day 11: Trek from Ngawal to Chame ( 2650 meters, 6 hours walking)
- Day 12: drive back to Besi Sahar by jeep, overnight at Besi Sahar.
- Day 13: Drive from Besishahar to Kathmandu for 6 hours.
Cost Included
- Nar and Phu Restricted Area (NRA) Permits.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit.
- Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS) Card.
- One English-speaking experience guide and required porters.
- Kathmandu-Chamje and Chamje-Kathmandu by Public bus or Jeep.
- All meals (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- seasonal fresh fruits after dinner
- Lodge Accommodation during the trek.
- Staff, equipment, meals, salary, insurance, etc.
- First Aids Kit.
- Kitbag for storing your belongings
- Sleeping bag for a comfortable night's sleep on a trek in minus 25 degrees
- Prices will be 10% discountable if there are more than 5 travellers with the contact person
- A complimentary trek for the leader if there are 10+1 participants with the contact person
- Necessary paper works, all government, and local taxes
- A certificate of appreciation from Nepal wilderness trekking after a successful trek
Cost Excluded
- Airfare for international flights
- Upon arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Nepal entry visa fees vary by duration (15 days - $25-30, 30 days
- Accommodations and meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara before and after our journey
- Personal equipment for high and cold temperatures
- Emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation covered by travel insurance
- All beverages, Soft and caffeinated table drinks such as coke, beer,
- Drinking water/mineral water, Dessert, etc. Hot shower, laundry
- Tip for guide and porter
- Excluded are all costs and expenses not listed under "cost includes"
- Inclusion of costs or delays beyond the control of the management, such as landslides, weather conditions, itinerary modifications due to safety concerns, illness, changes in government policies, strikes, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is not that much difficult but it is a long day walking from Koto to Meta with up and down trails in the jungle.
It depends on your walking style but 7-8 hrs is minimum per day.
It is neat and clean tea house with comfortable bed.
Nepal Telecom service (NTC) Sim works in Meta, Phu and Nar.
If it is emergency then you have to make quick decision with our guide for further evacuation to Ktm with our guide and company will arrange for your better health.
Feb to Nov
Tims, ACAP and special permits issued by immigrates office
Yes, it is a restricted trekking area
You can totally connect with the local people with their cultures and traditional and the isolated rocky mountains.
consulting the guide 3 or 4 Am is the best time
