Nar Phu Valley Trek

One of our representatives Everest Summit Treka and Expedition staff will meet you near the airport exit gate with a placard for accurate identification after you have completed the immigration procedures and arrived in Kathmandu. After that, you will be taken to your designated hotel room, where you can unwind and stretch your legs to get your energy back in case you are experiencing jet lag. If you arrive early, you can spend the evening strolling through Thamel’s streets, shopping for anything that could catch your eye, or just lounging at a pub or music bar while listening to your favorite music and drink.

After a filling breakfast at your hotel, you will go on a guided tour of some of the city’s most revered and historic sites that are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A trip to the revered Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, the lofty monkey temple at Swayambhunath, the Buddhist shrine of Bouddhanath, which is home to one of the biggest stupas in the world, and the charming Basantapur Durbar Square will leave you with unforgettable memories for a long time. You will meet your trip manager, fellow trekkers, and staff members when you visit our office later in the afternoon. Before you return to your hotel, your tour leader will check your equipment, give you a quick overview of your forthcoming trip in the Mardi Himal region, and ask you any questions you may have.

It takes about 8 to 9 hours to travel from Kathmandu to Koto in a local jeep, which takes you from the busy Nepalese city down the picturesque Prithvi Highway, past the Marsyangdi River, and into the heart of the Himalayas. You will journey through charming settlements like Besisahar, Syange, and Dharapani if you leave early. The road gets rougher and the scenery more spectacular as you pass terraced farms, verdant forests, and peaks covered in snow. You will pause for food and drinks at neighborhood restaurants along the route, taking in the breathtaking scenery and diverse cultural experiences. The journey ends in the tranquil village of Koto, which is tucked away at 2,600 meters as you travel into the Annapurna region. Here, you may relax in a basic lodge while taking in the stunning mountain scenery.

Trekking from Koto to Meta Village is a strenuous but worthwhile experience that immerses you in the isolated Nar Phu Valley, which is renowned for its untamed beauty and maintained Tibetan culture. At an elevation of around 2,600 meters, the trail begins in Koto and travels in a steep, winding manner through thick pine forests and beside the thundering Phu Khola River. As you climb, the scenery changes to a striking combination of old, prayer-flag-draped chortens, rugged cliffs, and tumbling waterfalls. Careful traversal of the rough terrain, which includes multiple suspension bridges and steep ascents, is necessary for the about six to seven-hour walk. At 3,560 meters, Meta is a small, windswept community that provides breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and an insight into the customs of the local residents, who are heavily inspired by Tibetan culture. A remarkable portion of the Nar Phu Valley walk is the hike to Meta, which is both physically demanding and culturally immersive.

After breakfast at the campsite, you will start your journey via barren chortens, prayer flags, and birch trees before climbing steeply to an abandoned Khyang hamlet. This is the village where the lovely long Mani wall is located, where Phu residents typically relocate during the harsh winter months. You will gradually descend to the riverbank after following an amazing pebbly trail that is built into a cliff above the river. From there, you will continue on via mani chortens down the riverbed. After that, you will ascend to Phuohi Yalgoe’s entrance, which is regarded as the entryway of the Phu Valley, the brightest hilltop settlement. After an hour of hiking, you will cross the Phu River and begin climbing through perplexing caverns to reach Phu Village.

The goal of this day is to allow the body to adjust to the greater elevations in the next trekking days. The long drive to Phu is not worth anything if you do not witness the village’s natural beauty and cultural diversity. The Lamas, Gurungs, and Ghaleys are among the many ethnic groups that thrive in the Hidden Valley of Phu. You will have ample opportunity to explore Phu village and its environs, which include a sizable Buddhist monastery. Another option is to walk to the Himlung Himal Base Camp or do the short, easy trip to Lhakhang Monastery, an old Buddhist gompa believed to be the last monastery constructed by Karma Rinpoche, to adapt yourself to the walk the next day.

Trekking through the isolated and untamed terrain of the Nar Phu Valley Trek from Phu Village to Nar Phedi is an enthralling experience. The trek begins at the historic and culturally significant Phu Village, which is tucked away at an elevation of about 4,050 meters. It then gradually descends before crossing the Phu River. With its sheer cliffs, deep gorges, and panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks, the path goes through arid, windswept landscape. The walk is a physically taxing yet worthwhile experience because it requires traversing narrow routes dug into the mountainside and crossing multiple tiny streams. After several hours of hiking, you arrive to Nar Phedi, a tiny community at an elevation of about 3750 meters, where a modest monastery offers limited lodging. With the sounds of nature and the austerity of monastic life offering a sharp contrast to the majesty of the surrounding surroundings, Nar Phedi’s tranquil and remote setting makes it a pleasant haven.

We start the day with a quiet meditation at the monastery, where we wake up to the calming scent of juniper leaves that the monks had burned. Following the 20-minute morning Puja ceremony, we eat a delectable breakfast that the monks have prepared for us. We set out on a two-hour ascent to the Chortens with reenergized bodies and full appetites, rewarded by breath-taking views of the Phu Valley and the Himalayas. After another 3.5-hour hike, we arrive in the quaint Nar Village, where we spend the afternoon touring historic monasteries, getting to know the local way of life, and taking in the breathtaking views.

The journey from Nar Village to Ngawal is a demanding but worthwhile one. Offering sweeping vistas of the surrounding Himalayan peaks, the trail weaves its way higher towards Kang La Pass after a difficult ascent. Physical stamina and appropriate acclimatization are required due to the high altitude. Trekkers are rewarded with a stunning descent into the Ngawal Valley after conquering the pass. This isolated area offers opportunity to interact with native nomadic herders, as well as unspoiled scenery and traditional settlements.

You will go to Kathmandu in a Local jeep after breakfast. After eight to nine hours of driving via Beshisahar, you will reach Kathmandu.

One of our agents will drop you off at the airport well in advance of your planned flight time. You might want to independently see some of Kathmandu’s historical attractions if your flight is in the evening. However, Everest Summit Treks & Expedition is always prepared to arrange another fantastic Himalayan vacation if you would like to prolong your vacation in Nepal.