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Nar Phu Valley Trekking Key Info Trekking Destination: Thorung La Pass, Kang La Meals : Full board on trek Pass, Manang, Mustang Group Size: 2-15 Activities : Trekking, Cultural Tour Transport: Local

1 Nar Phu Valley Trekking Key Info Trekking Destination: Thorung La Pass, Kang La Meals : Full board on trek Pass, Manang, Mustang Group Size: 2-15 Activities : Trekking, Cultural Tour Transport: Local bus or private vehicle Difficulty : Moderate to Strenuous Best Time: Sept - Nov and Mar - May Max Elev: (5,416m) Thorung La, (5,300m) Kang La Trek/Tour Style: Tea House, Home stay Start: Besishahar Trip Length: 20 Days End: Jomsom Trip Highlight Restricted trekking routes in the Annapurna region, yet cannot be found in any other area. This trek has been opened to visitors only since Walks through the unique villages of the Tibetan Buddhist world cross through the Kang La Pass (5,300m). Can avoid the road by follow traditional trekking trail and new route for your pleasant trek. Encounter the adventures Thorung La Pass (5,416m), glaciers, ice falls, pine forests, paddies terrace. Muktinath, place of nirvana and home to Hindu temples as well as Buddhist monasteries. The Hindu temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and 108 waterspouts and Jwala Mai Temple. Begin from Besishahar after 6 to 7 hours bus drive and ends in Jomsom by plane Nar Phu Valley Trek Suggested Itinerary -20 Days Day: Upon arrival at international airport, our waiting support team will meet and greet you at the airport assist and transfer to the Hotel. Day: Trekking preparation and permit organize day. Please, check your insurance details and have a copy of your travel medical insurance policy with you. Day 01: Drive Kathmandu to Besisahar (825m) - 5 to 6 hours

Our trekking guide will come to the hotel in the morning at 6: 00 to pick you up with private transport to leave for Besi Shahar (185km). This will take us about 6 hours on a scenic route.

Day 02: Trek Besi Shahar to Bahundanda (1310m) - 6 to 7 hours This is our first day trek.

2 Our trekking guide will come to the hotel in the morning at 6: 00 to pick you up with private transport to leave for Besi Shahar (185km). This will take us about 6 hours on a scenic route. Along the journey you will witness stunning scenery of snow capped mountains, green hills, rivers in rafting, and villages. Stay overnight at the guesthouse. Day 02: Trek Besi Shahar to Bahundanda (1310m) - 6 to 7 hours This is our first day trek. We will be introduced to the varied cultural of Nepal and pass by many typical local houses and the faces of varied ethnic tribes exchanging greetings (Namaste) on the way. The trail goes to through subtropical forests and the rice terraces of Sera to the village of Khudi (840m) then Bhulbule we will see a majestic 60m high waterfalls views of Manaslu (8,156m). The mountain views have disappear now as we come closer to the small town of Ngadi, here we will have to cross the Ngadi Khola by a long suspension bridge. Then the trail gently ascends to Bahundanda, an attractive village in the saddle of a long ridge at 1,300m. Day 03: Trek Bahundanda to Chamje (1430m) - 5 to 6 hours After breakfast we descend on a steep slippery trail through the rice terraces and arrive at a hot spring after a small descent. The rest of trail today will pass through the Marsyndi River a few times and we will see a beautiful waterfall near the Jagat village. Then again the trail continues along the river hill side for the Jagat. After about an hour s walk we will get to the gorgeous Chamje waterfall and stay overnight there Day 04: Trek Chamje to Dharapani (1960m) - 5 to 6 hours The first part of the trail descends to the river and, after crossing a suspension bridge, you begin a climb to Sattale (1550m). The trails continue through the gorge and the zigzagging path from Tal Beshi goes up to a hill to provide scenery of several waterfalls dropping close to

the entrance to Dharapani (1960m) through and our camp for the night.

3 plain settlement Tal (1700m). The narrow valley path becomes high and winding, and in several times from the rock and get in Karte (1900m) village, you cross a suspension bridge, and climb a short distance to the stone marking the entrance to Dharapani (1960m) through and our camp for the night. Day 05: Trek Dharapani to Koto (2600m) - 3 to 4 hours After breakfast the trail gradually winds up through the Tibetan and Gurung settlements of Bagarchhap. After Danakyu the trail climbs to Timang (2510m) From here, the trek leads us through the pine forest to Thanchok and Koto, nearby the Manang district headquarters Chame, we are rewarded by the views of Annapurna II, Manaslu and Lamjung Himal from Chame and two small hot springs by the town. * This is where the 'Remote Nar Phu' and the 'Lost Worlds of Manaslu & Nar Phu' treks meet. Day 06: Trek Koto to Meta (3560m) 8 to 9 hours Today we take a different trail onto the Annapurna Circuit. Today we have a long and somewhat difficult day before us. We past the check post and cross a bridge leading to the Nar Phu valley, and hike up through beautiful woods above the Phu Khola (river). The trail leads us through some beautiful forests and passes several small shelters (caves) and a pilgrims shelter ('Dharmasala'). As we approach a narrow canyon, the trail actually passes under a wide waterfall just before the Dharmasala from where the woods start to become thinner. We stay overnight at Meta in Tea House. Day 07: Trek Meta to Phu (4050m) 8 to 9 hours After breakfast, the trail climbs up the valley along a small scenic river which might be one of the loveliest walks in the Himalayas. This brings us finally to high pasture plateau, the winter settlement of Nar. The landscape is similar to the Sierra Nevada; white rocks, low shrub and

juniper, scattered evergreens, delicate brick-red and orange leafed bushes, crumbling shelves of flat slate, white, sandy trails and gnarled trees.

Above and to the right looms a massive glacier, which falls directly down on the high pastures.

4 juniper, scattered evergreens, delicate brick-red and orange leafed bushes, crumbling shelves of flat slate, white, sandy trails and gnarled trees. Then the trail goes to through the Meta, Junam and Chako semi-permanent settlement. One settlement is where "Khampas" from Tibet are sometimes sheltered. Above and to the right looms a massive glacier, which falls directly down on the high pastures. Many more ups and downs take us to tonight's campsite at Kayang, where grass lies tied in bunches to dry on all the rooftops and prayer flags flutter in the breeze. Then, the trail goes for a while along the riverbank and we can really see some unique and colorful Chortens, a Buddhist monastery, along with unique landscapes for which Nar and Phu are justly famous. Then our trek moves on through scenic canyon lands and gorges where the "leaning tower of Pisa" monolith guards the steep trail up to the Phu gate. This gate, called Pupigyal Kwe, offers first view of the three villages of Phu. We can also see an old "Dzong" (fortress) and the remains of two other forts, all now in ruins, but impressively situated atop the flatlands before Phu. Stay overnight in tented camp. Trekking time is 8-9 hours. Day 08: Explore & Acclimatization rest day at Phu We walk around to explore the Phu Village. Here remains a unique culture - people s day-to-days livelihoods are still conducted in the traditional manner. Meet some of the locals and explore up the wide valley systems above us. A day is well spent sitting with the villagers as they spin their yak and sheep wool and chat, pound mustard seeds into a paste for oil, or involve themselves in the numerous activities that constitute a day in the life in a Tibetan village. For photographers, the light here is spectacular and the skies are a deep blue. We may even see some blue sheep on the nearby hillsides. The century old monastery and fort also remarkable. While we wander the village we will probably receive an invitation into someone's home for some authentic Tibetan salt butter tea, or perhaps a small glass of local 'raksi'.

In 2001 we camped with some Phu residents (all but one woman) on their way back up to Phu with huge loads of flat timber from the forest.

5 Day 09: Trek Phu to Nar Phedi (3750m) 7 to 8 hours After breakfast, we head back through the Phu gate and then descend again to the river. From there we retrace steps back to Junam Karka, a lovely campsite. In 2001 we camped with some Phu residents (all but one woman) on their way back up to Phu with huge loads of flat timber from the forest. The evening was filled with Tibetan and Manangi songs in the smoky shelters accompanied by that unique Tibetan laughter. We are staying at over night at Nar Phedi. Day 10: Trek Nar Phedi to Nar (4150m) -3 to 4 hours Below us sit Gyalbu Kumbu, built in 1650, and Satte gompa, both now empty. Now there are four old and colorful traditional monasteries and the snow-peaks are looming overhead. Finally we reach the Nar gate at the top of the hill. The sights of wonderfully painted, bamboo-topped Chortens await us there. The camp will set up after 3/4hours walking. Day 11: Trek Nar to Ngawal (3675m) via Kang La pass (5306m) 9 to 10 hours Today is an adventurous day as we make our way towards the Kang La Pass (5,315m). This is not so difficult in itself but it can make for a long and difficult day if there is snow on the pass or the altitude is taking its toll. The Kang La Pass offers absolutely spectacular view of Annapurna II, Gangapurna, the Tilicho peak, and the peaks surrounding Tilicho, the Marsyngdi valley, and the Hunde airport. The trail heads down lightly and we get many enjoyable views of Ngawal with an unusual grouping of Chortens and prayer flags. We can see marks for meditation caves far up in the hills, on the upper Pisang route of the Annapurna circuit which can be reached in as little as two hours from the pass. We now have finished the camping section of the trek here, and head for a guest house for the night!

Day 12: Trek Ngawal to Manang (3540m) - 4 to 5 hours After breakfast the trail slowly climbs up to through valley with pine and juniper forest to the Tibetan-styled village of Bryaga (3,500m).

Then we continue through very arid countryside, dominated by weird cliffs of yellow rock, eroded into dramatic pillars alongside the trail to reach today s destination - the Manang village.

6 Day 12: Trek Ngawal to Manang (3540m) - 4 to 5 hours After breakfast the trail slowly climbs up to through valley with pine and juniper forest to the Tibetan-styled village of Bryaga (3,500m). Here we will see houses stacked one atop the other, each with an open veranda formed by a neighbor s rooftop and the gomba (monastery), perched on a high crag overlooking the village. Then we continue through very arid countryside, dominated by weird cliffs of yellow rock, eroded into dramatic pillars alongside the trail to reach today s destination - the Manang village. Herere shops are unexpectedly well stocked with all sorts of things. Day 13: Explore Day in Manag Today is a rest day for acclimation purposes. Please sleep in! After waking up late we hike up to the tranquil Gangapurna Lake and ascend up to above the Gangapurna icefall, which often falls down as an avalanche in the spring. Take time to observe the wonderful ancient Manang village scene beneath you. It is important to have a relatively restful day today to allow our bodies to acclimate to the higher altitudes and thinning air. It also gives us the possibility to wash some of our clothing and visit the Himalayan Rescue Association of Nepal. Day 14: Trek Manang to Letdar (4200m) - 4 to 5 hours After a hot breakfast, we will walk through the farm terraces to Tanki Manang then gradually up to Gunsang. We will pass a few meadows where horses and yaks graze. Nearby Yak Kharka we will see herds of blue sheep grazing the steep slopes as well. The rest of the day, we will oversee fascinating Himalaya beauty in Yak Kharka.

Day 15: Trek Yak Kharka to Thorung Phedi (4450m) - 3 to 4 hours, or Thorung High Camp (4850m) - 4 to 5 hours The trail for today is relatively easy and allows us to get used to the altitude before we

From Yak Kharka we will continue to climb along the east bank of the Jarang Khola to Thorung Phedi, a rock-strewn meadow surrounded by upright cliffs at 4420 meter.

7 Day 15: Trek Yak Kharka to Thorung Phedi (4450m) - 3 to 4 hours, or Thorung High Camp (4850m) - 4 to 5 hours The trail for today is relatively easy and allows us to get used to the altitude before we have to cross the highest point of the trek (and possibly the highest point you have been on in your life). From Yak Kharka we will continue to climb along the east bank of the Jarang Khola to Thorung Phedi, a rock-strewn meadow surrounded by upright cliffs at 4420 meter. Blue sheep and even snow leopards can be sometimes seen in this area. If you are up for it we can continue our trek to the High camp another an hour after lunch. Day 16: Trek Thorung Phedi via Thorung La Pass (5416m) to Muktinath (3800m) - 7 to 8 hours This is an adventurous and long day of trekking. Very early in the morning we take our breakfast and pack food. We will start the journey before sunrise. After 9 or 10 o clock strong wind starts blowing in the high Himalayas, so it is better to leave around 5 in the morning to avoid the wind. We need to wear warm clothes for the freezing morning. The trails goes on a steep ascent to the High Camp through the treeless rocky desert and continue some ice frozen slippery trail offering tremendous mountain panoramas changing colors during the sunrise. At the Thorung La pass (5,416m), with its traditional prayer flags and stone cairn we will have outstanding views of Annapurna, Gangapurna and Khatung Kang, a heavily glaciated peak. Amazingly, there is a teashop here on top of the pass at 5,416 meter. From here we start to descend down about 1,600 meters to another valley with outstanding views of Dhaulagiri Mountains standing alone in the distance across the Mustang valley Muktinath. This is truly a place of nirvana and home to Hindu temples as well as several Buddhist monasteries. The Hindu temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and has 108 waterspouts around it from which Holy water spouts. Additionally there is the Jwala Mai Temple with an eternal flame fed by natural underground gas. Day 17: Trek Muktinath to Kagbeni (2800m) -3 to 4 hours After breakfast we walk down to the ancient Jharkot village and then continue to the Khinga

village whose culture and livelihoods are similar to Tibetan people. We are still in a high alpine area with desert rocky hills and wide windy Kaligandaki valley.

This gets us to the rusticated upper Mustang Trekking. Day 18: Trek Kagbeni to Jomsom (2710m) - 3 hours Today is easy day. The trail goes along the Valley of Kaligandaki River.

8 village whose culture and livelihoods are similar to Tibetan people. We are still in a high alpine area with desert rocky hills and wide windy Kaligandaki valley. Here we can find Saligram fossil, incarnation of God Vishnu. After 3 to 4 hours down walk we will get to the village Kagbeni, whose inhabitants are a mix of Tibetans and Gurungs. This gets us to the rusticated upper Mustang Trekking. Day 18: Trek Kagbeni to Jomsom (2710m) - 3 hours Today is easy day. The trail goes along the Valley of Kaligandaki River. It is much better to leave early morning avoid to the strong wind after every 10/ 11 am. The trail lead us continues through the Kali Gandaki Valley to Jomson, the headquarters of the Mustang district whose inhabitants are the traditional salt traders, the Thakali people. You can visit the Marpha Thakali village, an hour and forty-five minutes walk away. Marpha is home to many apple orchids as well as all the various food products made from the fruit. Apple Brandy is a local specialty that you may be lucky enough to taste en route. Day 19: Fly Jomsom to Pokhara (950m) -25 minutes; relaxing Day Early in the morning fly to Pokhara by small aircraft and watch the majestic mountains above the world s deepest gorge zoom by. Relax for the whole day at the Pokhara hotel. Alternatively, wander around the lakeside with its fascinating mountain panorama view and charming nature. Day 20: Drive back to Kathmandu early in the morning by Tourist Bus - 6 to 7 hours We should be ready by 6:00 in morning in hotel lobby in order to have breakfast or seek advice from your trekking guide. We will drive back to Kathmandu through on the main road passing terraces, streams, rivers, local settlements, and high hills. It takes about 7 hours (conditional) to reach your hotel in Kathmandu. If you are interested to fly from Pokhara to Katmandu (bear in mind the extra cost of the plane tickets) please request Nepal Mother House Trekking to

book your flight ticket in advance. It takes about 30 minutes flying time with spectacular views of the Himalayas, high hills, terraces, local settlements, and forests.

9 book your flight ticket in advance. It takes about 30 minutes flying time with spectacular views of the Himalayas, high hills, terraces, local settlements, and forests. This can indeed make it worth flying. Day: In this pleasant day you may have full day at leisure either relax at hotel or explore the around Thamel. Today is day of ending your journey, so we would like offer you farewell dinner in Nepali typical Restaurant and hand over you Trip Certificate, Trekking Permit and TIMS Card for memory of Nepal trip. Day: Today is free or last minute shopping for souvenirs or gift to your family, friends or relatives for you until departure flight/drive. Our assist will be transfer to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination, taking with you the memory of a life time. Note: If you wish to stay longer, we can offer plenty of suggestions: mountain biking in the Kathmandu valley, Rafting in white water, wildlife Safari, Bungee Jump, Hotel Booking, an Everest view flight, a trip out to Bhaktapur or Patan, the Kathmandu valley's other historic cities, or a night at the Fort Hotel in Nagarkot for a bit of luxury and some worth able sunset and sunrise mountain panoramas. We help to arrange any of these excursions for you. Namaste and see you during your next trip to the Nepal Himalayas! Trip Cost Includes Arrival and Departure all transportation (airport to Hotel to airport). All ground transportation during trip Transportation from Kathmandu to Beshisahar (trekking starting point) by local bus or comfort micro bus and trek end point Jomsom to Pokhara by plane. Transportation from Pokhara to Kathmandu by comfort tourist bus. ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) and Narphu Restricted Area Permit. Warm down Jacket and Sleeping Bag for the trek. Government license holder experienced Local Guide with English Speaking and friendly their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipments.

10 Porter (between every 2 person basis) Max kg. Plus their food, accommodation, salary, insurance and equipments. One Sherpa (assistance guide) if group size more than 6 people. Plus their food, accommodation, salary, insurance and equipments. Duffle Bag during trek and first Aid medical kid. Full board meal (breakfast, lunch, dinner) with Tea, coffee each meal in a cup. Tourist service charge, vat, Governments Tax and official expanse if necessary. Welcome and Farewell program. Trip Cost Dose not Includes All kind of beverage including mineral water, Phone calls, laundry, hot shower during Trek. Travel and Rescue Insurance (compulsory). Tipping to crew Personal expenses like Shopping, souvenirs or gift. Personal mountaineering gears. Optional trips and sightseeing if extend. International airfare and airport departure tax. Visa fee, you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport. Not mention above services. BOOK TRIP CONTACT US Optional Additional Trip If would like to extended some more days after or before trip, then we are glad to organize your trip following area or glad to offer you according to your desire, holiday period and interest with reasonable price. [I] Jungle Safari in Chitwan National Park We arrange for 1 night 2 days to 2 nights 3 days Jungle Safari trip in Chitwan National Park either by airplane from Kathmandu to Bharatpur and back to Kathmandu or regular tourist bus. In this package will includes all accommodation and activities such as Elephant safari, Canoe ride, Bird watching, Jungle walk, village walk, visit to the

11 Gharial (A rare type of crocodile) Breeding Center and a cultural show of the indigenous people of Chitwan. Read more.. [II] Everest Mountain Flight People who have short time and physically unfitness, those people won t be able to get in Himalaya explore around in their life time. But now do not need to worry about, Everest Mountain Flight would be best way to explore around Himalaya range at once glance. Nepal Mountain Flight conducts every morning regular flights by Yeti, Simrik, Guna and Buddha Airlines craft towards the Himalayan range. This is the quickest way to get a close look at Mt. Everest, the highest mountains in the world. And other mountains that can be viewed at close range are Nuptse (7,879 m), Lhotse (8,501 m), Cho Oyu (8,210m), Makalu (8,475 m) and Kanchenjunga (8,584 m). Aircraft have large and clear windows and provide superlative sights of the Great Himalayan Range. You are provided by the window seat to enjoy the whole flight viewing the snowy peaks, and from the cockpit it is even a superb and undisturbed view. It begins North East of Kathmandu offers you eye-level sun rising views of the snow capped peaks and bring you back to Kathmandu within an hour. Read more. [III] Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour It is possible 1 day to 2 days sightseeing around Kathmandu valley with our professional tour Guide. Having explored historical and spiritual attractions; including the historic Durbar Square, Bouddhanath; one of the largest stupas in Nepal, Swayambhunath; top on the hill in the city knows as the Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath; Hindus holy place, Sadhus and pilgrims bathing at occasionally, funeral pyres burning on the ghats, located on the holy Bagmati River. Read more.. [IV] White River Rafting White River Rafting is another option for your additional day trip. Nepal Mother House offer you Trishuli River Rafting /Kayaking for 1 day to 3 days trip, which will be starting at Charaudi on the way to Pokhara Prithivi Highway and taking out at before Narayanghat. During this trip you will get full satisfying exciting adventure experience, you run all the major rapids watch the river grow as its tributaries join, awesome sight as it cuts its way through impressive gorges, and then leave it when it spreads out over the great plain of the Ganges. This rafting is the best including for training purpose, Kayaking and Rafting as well. Read more.. [V] Bungee Jumping Bungee Jumping could be another optional trip for your additional day; it is situated 160m over the Bhote Koshi River, near to the Nepal-Tibet border, 3/4 hours bus ride from Kathmandu and can back to Kathmandu same day. It was designed by one of New Zealand's leading bungee consultants, and operated by some of the most experienced jump

12 masters. Bungee Jumping here is probably best in the world as it is not only the highest but also provides the most wonderful view in the world. The thrill and excitement of bungee is absolutely a once in life time experience. Read more.. [VI] Paragliding and Jeep Flyer If you are looking for adventure experience during additional day, it would be best do Paragliding and Jeep flyer in Pokhara. In 2to 3 days period you participate for this activities, you can get in Pokhara either by plane scenic 20 munities flight or comfort tourist bus. We take a 20 min jeep ride from Pokhara to Sarangkot (1,592m), which offers great panoramic mountain views and tranquil Fewa Lake, where the sunrise and sunset rays land in amazingly. For the paragliding, you do not need to have experience, Nepal Mother House provides you qualified pilots will provide you full briefing before your trip launch. If you want to have funs with gliding and Jeep flyer in beautiful city Pokhara why don't let us serve you. Read more..

Annapurna Circuit Trek 17D/16N

Annapurna Circuit Trek 17D/16N Pre Trek: Travel to Kathmandu (1,300m) : At 5:00 pm, a rickshaw will pick you up from your hotel and bring you to the trekking offices for a safety briefing on the nature