Nar Phu Valley Trek

Arrive in Kathmandu, meet your Shailung Trails team, review permits and gear, and rest before the trekking route begins the next day.

Drive from Kathmandu along the Prithvi Highway to Besisahar, then transfer to a local jeep along bumpy mountain roads tracing the Marsyangdi River up to the village of Koto.

Leave the main Annapurna Circuit trail to officially enter the restricted Nar Phu valley, trekking through pine forests, across suspension bridges, and past rushing waterfalls up to Meta.

Trek past ancient ruined fortress settlements and dramatic rock canyons, opening up to a wide plateau where the medieval Tibetan village of Phu comes into view.

Spend an acclimatization day exploring the labyrinth-like alleys of Phu village, observing local women weaving wool, and hiking up to the historic Tashi Gompa monastery.

Trace your path back past Junben, then traverse high arid plateaus and cross suspension bridges before climbing up to Nar, another remarkably well-preserved Tibetan settlement.

Rest and explore Nar village, interacting with locals, visiting local monasteries, and preparing your body for the grueling high-altitude mountain pass crossing the next day.

Conquer the strenuous early-morning ascent over Kang La Pass (5,306 m) for sweeping panoramic views of the Annapurna massif, Gangapurna, and Pisang Peak, then descend steeply to Ngwal.

Trek along the upper trail of the Marsyangdi valley through scenic alpine meadows and ancient monasteries, rejoining the classic Annapurna Circuit route at the vibrant mountain hub of Manang.

Ascend gradually out of the Manang valley, leaving trees behind as you trek through alpine scrub pastures where herds of yaks graze beneath towering peaks.

Trek across landslide-prone slopes and up to the base of Thorong La, arriving at Thorong Phedi (or High Camp) to rest and prepare for tomorrow's major pass crossing.

Make a pre-dawn start to conquer Thorong La Pass (5,416 m), then enjoy a long, sweeping descent into the sacred pilgrimage village of Muktinath before catching a afternoon jeep ride to Jomsom.

Board an early morning scenic mountain flight from Jomsom back to Pokhara over the Kali Gandaki gorge, concluding your Nar Phu and Annapurna high-altitude journey.