Nar Phu Valley Trek | Kang La Pass Trek 2026-2027

Best Time to Trek the Nar Phu Valley Trek

The Nar Phu Valley Trek is best to do in spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) with stable weather and clear Himalayan views, plus safe pass crossing over the challenging Kang La Pass (5,320 m). This is also the best time to attempt the trek and get the maximum possibility of completing it without much weather delay. Though Nar Phu lies in a rain-shadow area and the rainfall here is far less than in any Annapurna trails, in winter heavy snow can make Kang La Pass very difficult, if not impossible, to cross, and in the monsoon low roads are equally susceptible to disruption.

Spring (March-May)

Spring is also a very good time to visit the Nar Phu Valley trek. Lower forests around Koto and Meta are painted green by sprouting rhododendrons, and daytime remains pleasant enough to stretch your legs with long treks. In April remaining snow at Kang La usually melts, and it becomes safer to cross over the pass.

Pros:

• Pleasant daytime weather

• Beautiful rhododendron forests on lower levels.

• Stable weather and excellent visibility.

• Great chances for bird/animal sightings.

• A little less crowded than Autumn.

Cons:

• Long nights above 3,500 m, the temperature drops.

• Sometimes afternoon haze blocks far mountain views, particularly in late May.

• Popular teahouses may get booked out quickly in April.

Autumn (September-November)

Many consider Autumn to be the best season to trek in the Nar Phu Valley. After the monsoon season the sky turns exceptionally clear and provides fantastic mountain views that extend to include Annapurna II, Gangapurna, Himlung Himal, Pisang Peak, Kang Guru, and other Himalayan peaks. The routes are typically dry and reliable and the best time for photography.

Pros:

• Clear view of mountains.

• The most reliable weather of the year.

• Dry and comfortable trails to walk on.

• Best time for the Kang La Pass crossing.

• Local holidays like Dasain and Tihar

Cons:

• Extremely busy season for visitors

• Pre-booking accommodation can be wise.

• Colder nights, particularly when November approaches.

Monsoon (June-August)

Unlike most of Nepal's trekking destinations, Nar Phu is in a "rain-shadow" area, and the rainfall it gets is far less than many Annapurna trails. However, access roads still lead through lower regions, and landslides, muddy tracks, and road closures are common. It can be a good time for serious trekkers who wish to avoid the crowds.

Pros:

• Fewer trekkers on the trail.

• Greenery of the foothills, mostly forests.

• Mostly dry on upper Nar Phu valley. It’s one of the dry treks compared with other ones.

• Quiet teahouse time.

Cons:

• Landslide risks on access roads.

• Slippery lower trails

• Frequent cloud cover blocks mountain views.

• Weather-induced transportation disruptions.

Winter (December-February)

Nar Phu is transformed into a picture of white wilderness with incredible visibility of mountains and tranquil villages; however, the temperature stays well below freezing, and heavy snowfall often completely blocks the Kang La Pass. Only well-equipped winter trekkers should consider trekking to the valley at this time of year.

Pros:

• Almost entirely empty trails.

• Amazing snow-covered Himalayan scenery

• Clear view on stable weather days.

• Authentic local life immersion.

Cons:

• Very cold temperatures

• Heavily snowed Kang La Pass, likely impossible to cross

• Teahouses might remain closed.

• Must have prior winter trekking knowledge/gear.

A Typical Day on the Nar Phu Circuit Trek

• The routine on the Nar Phu Circuit trek, a typical day on the mountains, gives you a great blend of a smooth day and makes it a lot easier for you. Trekking every day between 5 and 7 hours of walking, with exceptions while trekking over Kang La Pass, where you'll expect 8 to 9 hours on the road.
• 6:00 am - 6:30 am - Wake Up: You will wake up, and the guide will make sure you'll be served your favorite warm cup of tea and a cup of coffee. After you freshen up and have a wash, you'll start packing the duffel bag, filling up the water bottle, etc.
• 7:00 am - 7:45 am - Breakfast: Served in the teahouse dining room with Tibetan bread, oats, muesli, pancakes, omelets, toasts, and other different varieties. You would make sure there was fuel for the whole morning trek with a huge breakfast at the tea house.
• 7:45 AM - 12:00 PM - Morning Trek: Starting your trek usually while it's cooler on the trail and clarity around you. Mostly this trail goes through pine forests, guts of rivers, suspension bridges, yak pastures, Buddhist monasteries, and villages where there is an ancient type of lifestyle still kept there. The guide will introduce the lifestyle, culture, fauna, and Himalayan peaks.
• 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Lunch Break: Lunch typically includes Dal Bhat, fried rice, noodle soup, momos, and other similar dishes. Relax after having a decent lunch.
• 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm - Afternoon Trek
• With a shorter amount of trekking from this day forward, the majority group reaches the overnight village till the late afternoon or mid-afternoon. Enjoying the view, as this would lead to the temperature being cooler
• 4:00pm - 6:00pm - Rest and explore.: After you get on with the accommodation at the teahouse, have a hot drink of tea and relax. You may roam around the village, visit local monasteries, chat with family, and enjoy the breathtaking views. On acclimatization days, some days the guide might lead a short hike to a viewpoint at high elevation in order to continue resting in that specific village elevation at nighttime.
• 6:30pm-8:00pm- Dinner & Briefing: Dinner served at the teahouse is a warm, cozy meal where trekkers gather around the fireplace to discuss the day's trekking. The guide will be explaining the upcoming route, estimated hours of trekking, altitude gained, and expected weather conditions. You will go to bed till the night of 8:30-9:00 pm.

Cost and the Booking Process for the Nar Phu Trek

Nar Phu Trek starts from $1,389 USD per person, but the actual price will be based on the number of people in your trekking group, the duration of your trek, and the level of services. Most packages will offer all-inclusive pricing of permits, a certified, skilled guide, porter, teahouse lodging, full-board meals throughout the trek, transport, and governmental taxes. Since Nar Phu is a restricted region for trekkers, a mandatory purchase from a locally registered Nepali trekking company that handles any required permits is required before your journey.

What Is Included in the Price?

The fee for your Nar Phu trek package normally includes the following:

• RAP (Restricted Area Permit)
• ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit)
• Licensed trekking guide
• Porter services (trip dependent)
• Teahouse accommodation
• 3 meals a day while trekking
• Private and public transportation as per itinerary

How to Book the Nar Phu Trek with Mountain Rock Treks

Step1: Make inquiry.

Send an inquiry form to us via our website contact, email, whatsapp, or call us about your interested trekking dates and the number of group members.

Step 2: Conclude Tour.

One designated travel coordinator from Mountain Rock Treks will double-check your requested trekking dates and later send the final tour itinerary, quote and all the answers required to complete the itinerary.

Step 3: Book Now.

For the purpose to reserve this trekking adventure for trekking, a booking deposit is needed to guarantee. After this booking payment is successfully made, your trekking dates will finally be confirmed.

Step 4: Send Your Documents.

Mail us a copy of your passport & passport photos. We will apply for a Restricted Area Permit and an ACAP permit for you with your Documents.

Step 5: Meet The team

In Kathmandu, you will be met by our company representative at the international airport and transferred to the hotel in Kathmandu. In the evening, we will have a trip briefing about the trip and an introduction with the trekking leader/guide.

Step 6: Make Remaining Payments

Pay the remaining balance and prepare your equipment for trekking & start the trekking with your Sherpa guide with the mountain rock treks team.

Food on the Nar Phu Circuit Trek

Dining on the Nar Phu Valley trekking trail is perhaps surprisingly varied considering how off-the-beaten-track this region of Nepal is. Every trekking lodge in villages like Koto, Meta, Phu Gaon, Nar Village, Ngawal, and Manang prepares freshly cooked foods with fresh local ingredients where possible. As you go higher you start to eat more basic food, though it's always full of energy to keep you trekking all day.

Breakfast Options

At typically 7 am – 8 am and before you start your day's trekking, the food to power your efforts is served. Breakfast usually includes:

• Tibetan bread with honey, jam, or peanut butter
• Chapati with cheese or vegetable curry
• Pancakes (plain, apple, or cinnamon)
• Porridge
• Muesli
• Toast with eggs
• Boiled, fried, scrambled, or omelette eggs
• Tea, coffee, hot lemon, ginger tea, hot chocolate

A great filling and warm breakfast keeps you energized for several hours in the Himalayas.

Lunch Choices

From 11:30 am to 1 pm (midday or lunch stop at a teahouse en route), trekkers often choose foods that are easily digested and high in energy-giving content. Popular options include:

• Dal Bhat
• Fried rice
• Vegetable or egg noodles
• Thukpa
• Momos
• Pasta
• Sherpa stew
• Garlic soup
• Potato dishes

Dal Bhat is the healthiest choice to keep you fueled for the hike. They all use fresh ingredients that can be sourced locally where available. Usually Dal Bhat will have free refills!

Evening Meal (Dinner)

Dinner is served sometime between 6 and 7:30 pm, typically where everyone will settle back in for a hot meal in a warm common room to chat about their day’s trekking and socialize together over food. Favorite dinner choices are often:

• Dal Bhat
• Thukpa
• Vegetable curry with rice
• Fried noodles
• Pasta
• Pizza (in some large villages like Manang)
• Soup
• Momos

Generally higher up the trek, there is a growing preference towards hot soups and Dal Bhat. These offer good nourishment, which is not heavy and easy to digest.

Local Foods to Try in the Nar Phu Valley

A distinctive influence comes from Tibet in the Nar Phu Valley, and as such, there are certain specialties that you must try while trekking. These include:

• Tibetan bread
• Thukpa
• Tsampa
• Butter Tea (Salt Tea)
• Sherpa Stew
• Yak Cheese (Chhurpi)
• Yak Meat (if available and ethically sourced)

Enjoy sampling traditional Himalayan delights, which form an essential part of mountain communities and culture.

Drinks On The Trail

From the lodges there are numerous different drinks to keep you properly hydrated and warm:

• Black Tea
• Milk Tea
• Ginger tea
• Lemon tea
• Honey ginger lemon
• Coffee
• Hot Chocolate
• Boiled water

We always recommend avoiding alcohol on higher-altitude treks, as this makes dehydration far more likely.

Meeting the Mountain Rock Trek Team Before the Trek

Before starting your journey to Nar Phu Valley, you will need to visit the Mountain Rock Treks office in Thamel, Kathmandu, usually one day before the journey pushes off. The meeting before the trek helps build rapport with the guide, and you will also get answers to a number of questions regarding the trek.

In the meeting, you will be provided with all essential information about your trekking itinerary, including number of walking hours per day, accommodation options, and travel and weather conditions. You will also be given necessary data regarding various aspects of your trip like acclimatization techniques, prevention of altitude sickness, safety on the trail, etc. Besides all these useful pieces of information, you will also learn about the trekking gear important for successful accomplishment of the trek.

Any food requirements, allergies, medical conditions, or other requests can be made now. We’ll carry out the last-stage permit verification and also attempt to answer any of your other pending queries and ensure you’re given all the useful contact details before you sign off on this briefing to depart in confidence on an unforgettable Nar Phu trek with the able hands of the Mountain Rock Treks team.

Meet Your Nar Phu Circuit Trek Guide

Your Nar Phu trek guide is responsible for ensuring your Nar Phu Valley trekking expedition is pleasurable, safe, unforgettable. As Nar Phu is a restricted trekking location, it is compulsory for foreigners to have a registered guide from a licensed travel agency in Nepal to do trekking. These guides perform the duty of not only route guides, but also tour guides, security people, interpreters, and promoters.

Meet Your Guide Before Departure

You can meet your trekking guide before starting the trek in Kathmandu at the pre-trek meeting a day or two prior. It is a good time to get acquainted with your guide, ask questions, find out about the trek, check your gear, and listen to the information of your guide on such issues as altitude sickness, weather, culture, and what to watch out for during the trekking excursion.

Experienced and Government-Licensed Professionals

All guides at Mountain Rock Treks are licensed by the government and have undergone professional training course as per the regulations of the Nepalese tourism board. The treks to Nar Phu Valley, Kang La Pass, and many other trekking routes are led by these guides who have from 5 to 15 years of experience in mountaineering. These guides possess a rich understanding of the routes and weather patterns thus ensuring a well-planned trekking expedition.

First Aid and Altitude Safety Training

All guides from Mountain Rock Treks are well trained to detect the early signs of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and take appropriate action. Guides monitor your conditions on a daily basis, regulate the speed of walking, attend to first aid requirements, and organize evacuation, if necessary.

Local Knowledge and Cultural Insights

The guides from Mountain Rock Treks not only ensure your safety but also lead you through an unforgettable journey by sharing rich stories of Nar and Phu communities, Buddhist traditions, old monasteries, monasterial walls, local festivals, wildlife and Himalayan history.

Your Trusted Companion Throughout the Trek

While away from Kathmandu for the rest of your trip, your personal guide takes care of all day-to-day arrangements, making arrangements with lodges, meal preparation, presenting permits at various checkpoints, and keeping everyone on time. Suspension bridges, treks toKangLa Passor the picturesque ancient villages of Nar and Phu, your guide with Mountain Rocktreks is at hand all the way long for your unforgettable memories in a trekking adventure.

Culture and Etiquette in the Nar Phu Region

Within the Nar Phu Valley exists an age-old Tibetan Buddhist culture where these beliefs sustain them in everyday life. While visiting Nar Phu, stay respectful of their way of life and make the experience a trekking one for the ages by being a tourist with respect. When travelling to and entering monasteries, temples, or religiously occupied places, make sure to remain in your best clothing manner. Do not expose your shoulders and knees.

• Remove your shoes and hat before entering any monastery, prayer hall, or any residential place unless asked otherwise.
• Always ask for permission before taking photos of the local people, monks, religious ceremonies, or inside of monasteries.
• Walk around stupas, chortens, mani walls, and prayer wheels in a clockwise direction as a form of respect in Buddhist culture.
• Spin the prayer wheel in a clockwise direction with your right hand passing through the religious monuments.
• Keep your voice low when you're inside of monasteries, and do not disturb the monks while they pray or meditate.
• Respect the customs related to food. From Meta onward, the long Buddhist practices are followed, and killing animals is discouraged, and therefore most of the locals of this valley do not consume meat; alcohol and tobacco are traditionally refrained from in this region.
• Give and accept money, food, and gifts with your right hand, as it is considered more respectful.
• Always dispose of litter and carry it along with you as much as possible to protect this sensitive environment.
• Respect the wild animals, domestic animals, and people's property. Do not tease yaks or blue sheep, and make sure you are on the right trekking trails.
• Be polite to everybody. Say "Namaste" or an older Tibetan greeting to your local hosts.
• Respect every piece of advice of your monastery guru while at the monastery visiting point, during your village touring as well as during the permit point.

Tipping Culture in Nepal

Tipping is not compulsory here in Nepal but is an acknowledged and valued part of the trekking fraternity. Most trekking staff, such as guides and porters, take kindly to a token of appreciation that reflects the respect and acknowledgement of their dedication, professionalism and the services provided to you throughout the trek. Always tip according to what you received from the staff.

Tipping your Guide: Your trekking guide is responsible for your safety on route, destination arrangement, arrangement of hotel permits and ensuring the trekking experience becomes a positive and enjoyable memory.

If you were satisfied with their service throughout your expedition, a tipping amount of 10 to 15% of your total trek package is deemed normal and appropriate. For excellent service, you can add it to more than 15%. Tipping your Porter: Your porters will be bearing great amounts of luggage through long, tough trekking routes across mountains. A tip of 8% to 12% of your total trek cost is normal.

Amount can be extended depending on service rendered and length and difficulty of your trek.

Tipping your assistant guides and other Staff: For a trek that consists of Assistant Guide(s), Cook or other service staff, many trekkers include it within the same tip as their guide or porters distributed by the group leader or the tour coordinator. When to Tip?: It is conventional to give a tip at the end of your trek, after all the services are provided. Often these tips are distributed during the farewell dinner on the final day or before signing the guestbook in the trekking office.

How to tip?

• It is ideal if you can give cash to your guide, porter or other staff directly. Give them the amount with a simple thank you, with politeness, in private.

• Group members usually contribute from themselves to sum up and submit together by the tour leader.

• If there are group members contributing, then the tour leader hands it over to the concerned staff on individual basis or group on behalf, according to the group's consensus. If possible, pay them in Nepali Rupees, as this can save a lot of convenience for our trekking staff.

Important Notes for the Nar Phu Trek

For a safer, smoother, and more rewarding journey during this relatively difficult trek through remote corners of the Himalayas, keep the below in mind:

1. Nar Phu Valley falls under a restricted trekking area, and hence, you can trek only through a Nepali trekking company registered and approved by the Government of Nepal. Trekking individually will not be allowed.

2. Keep your original passport handy throughout the trek; it will be examined at entry points of the trail. Especially the Koto check post.

3. There is a high chance of catching altitude sickness, as Kang La Pass is at an altitude of 5320 meters. Walk at a slow pace, stay hydrated, and inform your guide immediately if you experience any symptoms.

4. Follow your guide’s instructions diligently, as he would be the best person to know the acclimatization, weather, and trail conditions well.

5. Carry sufficient Nepali currency when you are leaving Kathmandu or Besisahar. There are no ATM or digital payment facilities in the Nar and Phu valleys.

6. Internet access can be sporadic. Network coverage of mobile phones will not be good in most of the villages. So, let your family know in advance that there will be limited connection.

7. Electricity is not readily available at higher altitudes. Carry a power bank, spare camera batteries, a charging adapter, and cables, as there will be an extra charge for power.

8. Pack suitable trekking clothes and equipment: waterproof shoes, warm clothing, a trekking stick, sunglasses, sunblock, gloves, and hiking shoes.

9. The weather conditions in the mountains change rapidly. Extreme cold can occur during spring or fall in the high-altitude region, especially during the night time. Drink potable or boiled water for good health. Consider using a water filter or tablet purification tablets. Respect local culture and religious beliefs. Dress moderately, ask permission before taking pictures, and move in a clock-wise direction around stupas and prayer walls.

10. Do not dump rubbish in the mountains. Make use of a reusable water bottle for drinking and try to carry all garbage with you.

11. Always buy travel insurance before coming to Nepal that includes high-altitude treks and helicopter rescue evacuation.

12. Prebook your trek: Trekking in autumn and spring should be reserved 3 to 6 months in advance for necessary permits, certified guides and lodging. Plan your own pace while you trek. Trek to Nar Phu focuses more on the great Himalayan range and certain parts of the local remote cultures in these valleys; it is not a trek for the purpose of racing up there.

Porter for Nar Phu Circuit Trek

For an easier and more comfortable Nar Phu Circuit Trek, Mountains Rock Treks assigns you one porter per 2 trekkers. If you wish, you can hire a personal porter for an extra fee and even trek with your personal daypack, even lighter and less troublesome. Porters are typically able to carry between 20 and 25 kg, which most typically belongs to two persons, while your daypack is only filled with water, snacks, a camera, a rain jacket, and important documents.

These porters are skilled professionals for trekking in mountains and acquainted with the strenuous trekking routes, remote villages, and the terrain of the Nar Phu Region, its terrain, and conditions.

He knows the tricks of walking on high-altitude trails with the heavy package on his shoulders safely across the suspension bridges, rocky pathways, and mountain passes. Mountain Rock Treks offers them equipment, a fair wage, insurance, food, shelter, clothes, and overall support throughout the trek. The porters mainly speak Nepali; most also learn a few simple English words, greetings and very basic instructions used for trekking (they are not excellent in English, but communication will help when they are accompanied by licensed trekking guides). The relationship between the trekkers and porters has to be of mutual respect.

Permits for the Nar Phu Trek

The Nar Phu Valley, nestled in the Tibet-border region of Nepal, is an offbeat restricted area for trekkers. For traveling in this remote valley, every foreign tourist must have the necessary trekking permits in place before embarking on the trek. This should make our traveling process smoother.

Nar Phu Restricted Area Permit (RAP)

A restricted area permit, also known as the Restricted Area Permit (RAP) of the Nar Phu Valley, is crucial for those wishing to undertake this incredible journey, which primarily focuses on protecting the fragile ecosystem, culture, and the bordering region. Foreign nationals who wish to trek in the Nar and Phu villages need this RAP for their trek.

Permit Fee

• In September to November: USD 100 per trekker for the first 7 days

• From December to August: USD 75 per trekker for the first 7 days

• Additional trekking days for a trekker beyond 7 days: USD 15 per day in September – November and USD 10 per day in December to August

Some important points:

• They are only issued by authorized trekking agencies in Nepal.

• They can’t be obtained on an individual basis.

• A licensed guide is mandatory to carry all along in the trekking region.

Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)

Because the Nar Phu trek is located in the region, the trekkers also have to arrange an Annapurna Conservation Area Permit, popularly known as the ACAP Permit.

Permit Fee

• For Foreign Nationals: NPR 3000

• For SAARC Citizens: NPR 1000

• For Nepali citizens: Free

The Annapurna Conservation Area Permit Fee (ACAP) contributes to the maintenance of trails, protection of flora and fauna, preservation of culture, and development activities of the various communities living in the Annapurna Conservation Area.

Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) Card

This is the trekker's identification card that also helps in identifying the number of trekkers per year, trek routes, and safety reasons.

Important Points about TIMS Card:

• This is required as part of your overall permit collection.

• It is handled and processed by your respective trek operator along with the restricted area permit and ACAP.

• In case of emergencies, your information can be quickly assessed by the authorities for appropriate action.

Documents Required For Permits:

Mountain Rock Treks will need your:

• Photocopy of your passport with at least six months of validity on your passport.

• Recent colored passport-size photographs or digital photos

• Planned trek dates

• Full payment of all permit costs.

Send the documents to us a week before arriving in Nepal for easy management.

Mountain Rock Treks Will Help You With Your Permits

With Mountain Rock Treks, you do not have to waste any time managing your trekkers' required permits. We manage everything: With your RAP, ACAP & TIMS card in hand, you can sleep and rest, rest! With your papers, our trekking experts prepare the permits and give you your full trekking paperwork as you are ready to set off.

Safety and Security in Nepal and on the Nar Phu Trek

Nepal is among the most popular trekking destinations in the world, and more than a hundred thousand tourists enter the country each year. Generally speaking, Nepal is considered extremely safe for tourists. The locals are welcoming, and there has been a trekking industry within the country for many years.

Though petty theft does occur in busy areas such as the capital city Kathmandu, violent crime against trekkers is very rare.

As always, exercising common sense will help ensure a trip without incidents.

Is the Nar Phu Trek safe?

Yes, the Nar Phu Trek is safe for well-prepared trekkers, specifically when done with a certified guide through a registered trekking agency (like ours). In fact, trekking guides are required within Nar Phu, since it is a restricted trekking area. A guide will greatly assist you in navigating, staying safe while trekking, and obtaining necessary permits and updating you of any weather changes as well as being there in case of an emergency.

What is the greatest risk you face on the Nar Phu Trek?

Crime does not pose a great risk during the Nar Phu trek; instead, the major challenges are caused by altitude, rapidly changing weather conditions, and remoteness of the trek. Your journey reaches as high as Kang La Pass (5,320 m), and rapid ascents can be dangerous due to altitude sickness. This risk is reduced with proper acclimatization and plenty of drinking water throughout each day of trekking, plus, of course, listening to your guide's instructions.

How we ensure your safety on the trek:

Mountain Rock Treks aims to ensure your complete safety and well-being during your trip, and we include government-registered and licensed trekking guides, monitoring your altitude and health daily and always allowing sufficient acclimatization days as well as providing a first-aid kit and training. The weather will always be checked and updated, and we ensure that emergency communication and potentially helicopter rescue services are readily available. Teahouse accommodation during your trekking trip will always be carefully selected by our team.

Safety tips for trekkers:

• Trek slowly at a consistent pace.

• Drink at least 3–4 L of water per day.

• Do not ignore altitude sickness symptoms.

• Always walk with your guide/group.

• Ensure you have full travel insurance that covers emergency helicopter rescue.

• Make sure to pack adequate warm trekking clothes, waterproofs, and essential personal medicines as part of your travel health pack.

• Ensure you have all necessary permits and inform yourself of them.

• Obey local customs & laws.

• Keep your passport and permit in an easily findable area with you throughout the trek.

Emergency Support

Although exceedingly isolated, emergency assistance is somewhat available throughout the Nar Phu valley. In the event of a serious incident, your guide will have experience in coordinating helicopter rescue services to either Kathmandu or Pokhara on your behalf. For this reason you will need travel insurance that covers high-altitude trekking up to at least 5,500 meters before arriving in Nepal.

Transportation for Nar Phu Valley Trek

Private Tourist Vehicle - Airport Transfers

From day one of your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) till your departure from Nepal, we will escort you in a private tourist vehicle to and from our airport transfer services. Our knowledgeable, hospitable team members will pick you up from the airport and drop you off at your designated hotel. They will again pick you up from your hotel and transfer you back to the airport for your international flight.

Being air-conditioned and private, these clean vehicles assure you a hassle-free starting and finishing of your entire tour.

Tourist Vehicle and 4WD Jeep - Kathmandu to Chamje

On the third day of your Nar Phu Valley trek itinerary, you are going to take a ride for approximately nine hours from Kathmandu to Chamje. The drive starts with traveling on a paved road and later moves on rough and rugged mountain roads as you enter the Besisahar region of Annapurna. We take a tourist vehicle and later a 4WD jeep and, in rare times, a local jeep for the best and safest travel as far as the entry point of this trek, called Chamje, is concerned, depending upon the group size and road conditions. Our 4WD jeeps include mostly the renowned Toyota Land Cruiser or the Mahindra Scorpio (a Nepali’s favorite 4WD) and accommodate not more than six to seven travelers, giving you enough space and assuring you a safe ride.

The drivers are local and experienced in managing all the ups and downs of these roads.

4WD Jeep and Tourist Vehicle - Chame to Kathmandu

After your Nar Phu trek experience in Chame you will come back to Kathmandu either by means of a local 4WD jeep, which then takes you to Besisahar, from where a tourist vehicle or local bus will take you back to Kathmandu, which is regarded as the safest and surest way to get back from these remotest Annapurna region trails.

Difficulty and Physical Fitness Required for this Trek

The Nar Phu Valley Trek is considered a moderate-level trek. However, even though it’s not a technically demanding trip in terms of mountaineering and climbing activities, a high level of fitness is recommended. The remoteness of the trekking trails, length of trekking days, rugged nature, and altitude require good stamina to trek through for the entire duration.

Typically, you will be trekking for 5-8 hours each day along suspension bridges, canyons, rocky trails, and alpine meadows until you finally reach the highest pass ( Kang La Pass; 5320m).

The reduced oxygen level (above 4000 meters) that makes proper acclimatization vital is another factor that makes this trip harder than the Annapurna Base Camp trek or Langtang Valley trek, even when accommodations are fairly basic in the teahouses. Nonetheless, this trip can absolutely be undertaken by healthy, physically fit and ambitious individuals if you have designed a smart itinerary, and an experienced guide is hired to accompany you.

Physical Fitness Required and How to Prepare

The Nar Phu trek may not require you to be a professional mountaineer, but your body does need to be fit and prepared. The best physical fitness regimen begins at 6-8 weeks ahead, and it encompasses building overall stamina and physical strength.

How to get trekking physically ready:

• Start working on cardiovascular endurance 3-5 days per week. Hike, brisk-walk, jog, cycle, or swim.

• Hike a mountain or take the stairs while wearing a 5-8 kg backpack to accustom yourself to trekking conditions.

• Train for strength using exercises such as squats, lunges, step-ups and calf raises for legs. Build your core by doing planks and other balance exercises to support walking in rough terrain.

• Build strength and stamina further by choosing to do your weekend hikes for 4-6 hours each when possible.

• Wear your boots during training to 'break them in.'

• Have a balanced diet, hydration and healthy sleep patterns over the weeks.

• If you can, you could try going for a less strenuous higher elevation trek before embarking on Nar Phu to enhance your confidence level and to ease your system for higher altitudes.

You can be assured that with proper fitness preparation, a strong will, a positive attitude, and of course, our Mountain Rock Treks' team, a fit beginner or a seasoned trekker will be well on their way to enjoying this adventure.