18-Day Nar Phu Valley Trek in Nepal with Kang La Pass and Muktinath

• Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu.

• Meet the Namaste Nepal Trekking & Research Hub representative at the airport and transfer to your pre-booked hotel.

• Attend a pre-trip briefing with your trekking guide, complete the necessary documentation, and ask any questions regarding the trek.

• Explore Kathmandu in the evening, visit Thamel, and enjoy your first Nepali dinner.

• Visit Swambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) for panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley.

• Explore Pashupatinath Temple and observe Hindu rituals from across the Bagmati River.

• Visit Boudhanath Stupa, one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal.

• Explore Patan Durbar Square and learn about traditional Newari architecture.

• Walk through Kathmandu Durbar Square to see pagoda-style temples, ancient royal palaces, and the Living Goddess Kumari.

• Depart early in the morning from Kathmandu to Jagat by private vehicle.

• Stop at Naubise for breakfast and Muglin for cultural immersion.

• Pass through Dumre and Besisahar, enjoying panoramic views of the Marsyangdi River Valley.

• Transfer to a 4WD vehicle for an adventurous off-road drive along the Marsyangdi River to Jagat.

• Arrive in Jagat, check in at the tea house, and attend a briefing session.

• Begin trekking across a suspension bridge and follow a rocky, forested trail along the Marsyangdi River.

• Reach Tal village, rest, and take photographs of waterfalls and stone houses.

• Continue trekking through pine forests and small settlements to Lower Dharapani.

• Arrive at Dharapani and stay overnight in a cozy tea house.

• Walk through the village of Bagarchhap and pass a local monastery.

• Trek to Danaque, ascending gradually through thinning forests and rugged terrain.

• Climb steeply toward Timang for spectacular views of Mount Manaslu and Peak 29.

• Continue through dense forests to Latamarang for lunch.

• Trek to Koto and rest overnight in a tea house.

• Register permits at the police checkpoint in Koto.

• Trek along the Soti Khola River through lush pine forests, crossing multiple suspension bridges.

• Rest at Dharamshala and then ascend gradually to Meta Village.

• Enjoy panoramic views of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal.

• Trek through gentle ascents and descents across rolling hills and mountain streams.

• Explore Kyang, an ancient Khampa settlement with old forts and ruins.

• Follow the Phu Khola River through rocky landscapes.

• Arrive at Phu Gaon, experience Tibetan-influenced culture, and stay overnight in a tea house.

• Ascend through alpine terrain, crossing Phu Pass (5,050 m) and Nar Pass (5,400 m).

• Cross Mahendra Pul and enjoy panoramic views of Pisang Peaks and the surrounding mountains.

• Descend to Nar Village, experiencing the remote Tibetan culture and traditional lifestyle.

• Rest and acclimatize in Nar Valley.

• Explore the local culture and interact with Lama, Gurung, and Ghale communities.

• Visit Tashi Lhakhang Monastery and observe Tibetan Buddhist practices.

• Enjoy stunning views of Himlung Himal and the surrounding peaks.

• Return to Phu Gaon for an overnight stay.

• Trek through yak pastures near Temdenzon Khola to Jhombu Kharka (Kang La base camp).

• Ascend steeply to Kang La Pass (5,306 m) and enjoy panoramic views of Annapurna II, Gangapurna, and Tilicho Peak.

• Descend for approximately three hours to Ngawal Village and rest overnight.

• Follow the trail along the Marsyangdi River, passing Braga and Paugh villages.

• Observe traditional mountain life and architecture.

• Reach Mungli and merge with the Annapurna trekking trail.

• Arrive in Manang for an overnight stay and acclimatization.

• Cross a gentle stream and ascend toward Tenki village.

• Trek through Jarsang Khola Valley and open pastures with juniper trees.

• Pass Ghunsa village and an ancient Mani wall reflecting Tibetan heritage.

• Arrive at Yak Kharka and enjoy an overnight stay.

• Trek toward Thorong Phedi, the base camp for Thorong La Pass.

• Rest and prepare for the upcoming high-altitude challenge.

Overnight stay at Thorong Phedi.

• Ascend to Thorong La Pass, the highest point of the trek.

• Enjoy panoramic Himalayan views from the summit.

• Descend steeply to Muktinath, a sacred pilgrimage site with 108 holy springs and an eternal flame.

• Explore the temple complex and stay overnight in Muktinath.

• Descend through Kali Gandaki Gorge, one of the deepest gorges in the world.

• Pass traditional Tibetan-style villages such as Jharkot and Khingar.

• Reach Jomsom, the vibrant gateway town of the Mustang region, and stay overnight.

• Take an early morning flight from Jomsom to Pokhara, enjoying aerial views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.

• Transfer to your hotel in Pokhara and check in.

• Explore Pokhara city, visiting Phewa Lake, Tal Barahi Temple, World Peace Pagoda, Devi's Fall, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, Sarangkot viewpoint, Bindhyabasini Temple, and the International Mountain Museum.

Stay overnight in Pokhara.

• Depart Pokhara after breakfast for a scenic drive back to Kathmandu.

• Check in at your hotel and rest.

• Enjoy a farewell dinner with traditional Nepali cuisine and cultural performances.

Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

• Spend the morning exploring Kathmandu or shopping for souvenirs.

• Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward flight.

• Conclude the Nar Phu Valley Trek and reflect on your Himalayan adventure.