Nar Phu Valley Trek — 14 Days
Duration
14 days
From
$2,100/person
Max Altitude
5,190 m
Difficulty
Challenging
Starts
Koto / Chame
Group Size
2–8 People
Stay
Tea House
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner
Best Season
Mar–May, Sep–Nov
Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary(14 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 4,700 m · Day 9The Nar Phu Valley Trek enters one of Nepal’s most restricted and least-visited valleys — a hidden enclave of Tibetan-influenced culture north of the Annapurna Circuit. The ancient villages of Nar and Phu have barely changed in centuries.
Highlights
- Restricted area — maximum authenticity, minimum crowds
- Kang La Pass (5,306m) crossing
- Ancient Gompa monasteries in Nar and Phu villages
- Khampa horsemen culture
- Combines perfectly with Annapurna Circuit
Restricted area permit required — included in our package price.
What's Included
Included
- Nar Phu Restricted Area Permit ($90 per person for 7 days)
- ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area) permit
- TIMS card
- Government-registered guide (mandatory for restricted area)
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers)
- Kathmandu–Besisahar jeep and local transport
- Jomsom–Pokhara mountain flight and Pokhara–Kathmandu bus
- All teahouse accommodation on trek
- 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee ($30–$50 on arrival)
- Comprehensive travel insurance with emergency evacuation
- Meals not listed in daily itinerary
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Tips for guides and porters
- Beverages, hot showers, and battery charging at teahouses (payable direct)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Any costs arising from illness, injury, or early departure
Best Time to Go
Spring (Mar–May)
Best season. Snow clears from Kang La pass by April, wildflowers in lower valleys, excellent mountain visibility. Most trekkers choose spring.
Autumn (Oct–Nov)
Equally good — stable skies, clear views of Kang Guru and Pisang Peak. Trails dry and firm. October is the sweet spot.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Nar Phu is a rain-shadow valley so winters are drier and sunnier than Kathmandu. Cold but possible for experienced trekkers. Kang La may be impassable.
Monsoon (Jun–Sep)
Rain-shadow area — significantly less rain than Nepal's main ranges. An unusual but viable trekking window, though Kang La can be wet.
Permits Required
What to Pack
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Frequently Asked Questions
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$2,100
/ person · all-inclusive