Highlights
- Visit the ancient Tibetan villages of Nar and Phu
- Cross Kang-la Pass (5314m) and Thorong-la Pass (5416m)
- Enjoy magnificent views of the Annapurna ranges, including Dhaulagiri (8167m), Manaslu (8163m), Machhapuchhre (6998m), and others.
- Visit Muktinath (Chumig Gyatsa) and Jomsom in Kali Gandaki Valley
The ancient villages of Nar and Phu offer a rich Tibetan culture practiced by local Bhotia people easily visible in their daily rituals and beautifully decorated monasteries like Tashi Lhakhang Gompa.
The ancient villages of Nar and Phu preserve a rich Tibetan culture practiced by local Bhotia people, which is evident in their daily rituals and beautifully decorated monasteries such as Tashi Lhakhang Gompa. Opened since 2002, Nar Phu trekking is one of Nepal's least visited but most prized trekking destinations. Trekkers must obtain a special permit to enter Nar Phu due to the sensitivity of its ancient culture and pristine natural environment.
Nar Phu is located in the trans-Himalayan region beyond Annapurna mountain and consists of two villages: Phu and Nar. Nar Phu Trekking begins in Chame, Manang, and continues up the Marhsyangdi River through a rugged and wild landscape before dropping down into Kali Gandaki Valley.
The ancient villages of Nar and Phu showcase a rich Tibetan culture practiced by local Bhotia people, which is evident in their daily rituals and beautifully decorated monasteries such as Tashi Lhakhang Gompa in Phu village. You will be transported back in time when you visit Nar Phu, which is geographically and culturally much closer to Tibet than Nepal.
The Kang-la Pass (5314m) is the first challenging crossing that leads to Nyeshang village. The pass provides a full panorama of the Annapurna ranges, and beyond Nyeshang Village are alpine valleys of vast barren landscape with snowcapped peaks as an impressive backdrop.
The Thorong-La Pass (5416m) is the highest point of the Nar Phu trek and crossing of it requires proper acclimatisation and preparation on the part of trekkers. The pass provides a spectacular view of the Annapurna ranges, including Dhaulagiri (8167m), Manaslu (8163m), Gangapurna (7455m), Tilicho Peak (7134m), Nilgiri (7041m), Machhapuchhre (6998m), Lamjung Himal (6986m), and others. From here, you will descend to the Muktinath (Chumig Gyatsa) temple in the Kali Gandaki Valley, followed by the town of Jomsom, which is known for its Thakali community and sumptuous cuisine.
