Nar Phu Valley Trek | ABC Trek in Nepal

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Nar Phu Valley Trek – Overview

Tucked between Annapurna and Manaslu, the Nar Phu Valley is a restricted Himalayan wilderness that feels frozen in the 14th century.

Requiring a special Restricted Area Permit, Nar Phu takes you off the Annapurna Circuit into remote stone-walled Tibetan fortresses, untouched Buddhist gompas, deep slot canyons, and culminates with crossing the alpine Kang La Pass (5,320m) into Manang.

Restricted Himalayan Enclave

Only a limited number of travelers are permitted to enter each year.

Ancient Medieval Villages

Explore Nar and Phu—mud-brick and stone villages untouched by modern roads.

Kang La Pass (5,320m)

Challenging high alpine pass with vistas across the northern face of Annapurna II.

Tibetan Buddhist Culture

Centuries-old monasteries, yak caravans, and authentic nomadic culture.

Field Schedule

Day-by-Day Expedition Itinerary

Paced for optimal safety, terrain enjoyment, and cultural immersion.

Enter the Annapurna Conservation Area and stay at the Nar Phu checkpoint gate of Koto.

Cross the police checkpoint into restricted Nar Phu territory. Walk through towering waterfalls and pine gorges.

Trek through desolate desert valleys and ancient chortens to the medieval fortress village of Phu.

Visit the sacred Tashi Lhakhang Gompa and meet local Tibetan-descent herders.

Trek across suspension bridges to the stone village of Nar with terraced barley fields.

Pre-dawn climb over the snowy Kang La Pass with sweeping views of the entire Annapurna range. Descend to Ngawal.

Rejoin the Marsyangdi valley and transfer by private 4WD to Pokhara Lakeside.

Price Integrity

Transparent Inclusions & Exclusions

Included in $1590 USD

All Permits: ACAP and government park entry permits.
Licensed Mountain Guide: English-fluent, certified in Wilderness First Aid.
Insured Porters (IPPG): 1 porter per 2 trekkers, 20kg maximum load cap.
Teahouse Lodging: Hand-vetted mountain lodges throughout the route.
All Meals on Trail: 3 daily meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) plus hot tea.
Ground Transportation: Private transport to and from trailheads.

Exclusions

International Flights & Visa: Nepal entry tourist visa ($30/$50).
Emergency Travel Insurance: Mandatory policy covering high altitude and rescue.
Teahouse Incidentals: Hot showers, Wi-Fi cards, and device charging fees.
Personal Gear & Tipping: Discretionary gratuity for guide and porters.

Practical Intelligence

Frequently Answered Questions

A Special Restricted Area Permit ($100/week in Autumn, $75/week in Spring) plus the standard ACAP permit and a licensed guide are legally required.