Jun 17 - Jul 4, 2024 | Change
( Purchase of at least 2 permits required. If someone else joins your trek this fee will be refunded.)
Teahouse lodging, food, & transportation paid separately.
Food & Lodging
In order to provide you with the best possible price and to get as much money as possible directly to the people who are actually doing the work, we do not charge you in advance for teahouse lodging and food. The guide will be able to book accommodation for the group in advance during high season. However, you will pay the teahouse owner directly for food and lodging. Budget at least $25 a day for food and lodging to be paid in cash directly to the teahouse. Estimated food & lodging for this trip $425.00 per person.
Transportation
For 'Guide & Permit Only' treks we do not include transportation to/from the trail head. Your guide will help you arrange transportation to the trail head in the case where public bus tickets or a hired private vehicle is required. In addition to your own fare, please pay the fare of your guide and porter (if you have hired one) for public buses and public jeeps. In the case of flights, a fee for the guides transportation is included in the price. You have the option of allowing us to also book your flight this ensures that your guide can be on the same flight. You are also free to book your own flight with the airlines directly if you wish please let us know your flight information if you book your own tickets. If you are on trek in which multiple trekkers have joined we will provide you with the contacts of other members of your trek so that you can arrange your transportation together.
+ $30
per porter
for porter's insurance
+ $2.21
per day
per porter
for vat tax (porter)
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If you do not specify a guide, a request will be sent to all available guides (once a payment is made and the trek is confirmed). Once confirmed, you can choose from the guides who indicated that they would like to lead your trek, or ask us to recommend a guide.
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The trek to Phugaon, Nar and over the Kang La pass is a hidden jewel of the Annapurna Region. It combines spectacular mountain scenery with vibrant Tibetan culture in a remote and rustic setting. For those looking to get off the beaten track and explore the hidden wonders of Nepal the trek to Nar and Phu is the perfect choice.
Side trip via Kagbeni: Kagbeni is the gateway to the upper Mustang Valley. The longer route to Kagbeni via Jong passes through monastic villages reminiscent of those in Upper Mustang. It would be a shame to miss this picturesque village set in a spectacular landscape of dry eroded valleys and high snow-clad peaks in your rush to get back to Pokhara or Kathmandu. If you have the time, stop and take a break in Kagbeni.
Side trip via Tilicho Lake: If you only have time for one side trip off the main Annapurna circuit, make time for the jaw-dropping vistas of Tilicho lake. Nestled against the backs of the Annapurna peaks, this brilliant blue lake at 5000m is a sight not to be missed. The trail to the lake is scenic but challenging, winding along loose eroded cliff sides to the Tilicho Base Camp lodge. From the lodge, there is a steep hike up to the lake and viewpoint that’s well worth the effort.
Side trip Jagat Start: Add a few days of walking along the classic Annapurna Circuit by starting from Jagat.
Side trip via Thorung La: After the Kang La take advantage of your acclimatization and continue along the classic Annapurna Circuit. From Manang there is an option to take the spectacular side trip to Tilicho Lake, or continue directly over the Thorung La (5416 m) descending to the pilgrim town of Muktinath, a sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists. From Muktinath, you have the option to take a jeep via the wide valley of lower Mustang to Jomson, where both flights and buses to Pokhara can be arranged, or trek via the traditional village of Kagbeni, gateway to upper Mustang. While the road has taken some of the charm out of this classic trek, the advantage is that a trip can be tailored around one’s interests and time constraints. Whether you do the epic full circuit from Besi Sahar to Ghorepani, or take off a bite sized chunk around the Thorung La, the Annapurna Circuit still has plenty to offer.
Side trip via Marpha: The picturesque village of Marpha sits in the shadow of Dhaulagiri. It’s a far more appealing place than nearby Jomsom, with its whitewashed Tibetan style homes and Niyingma monastery dominating the village. A pleasant place to linger after a long trek.
The middle of June typically marks the beginning of the monsoon. Clear mornings are still possible but get increasingly less likely towards the end of the month. Be prepared for rain and hot humid weather in the low elevation valleys. The added moister means the hills are beginning to change to their vibrant monsoon green. The weather is generally a little drier than in the low valleys at high altitude, but cloud cover can be frustrating when trekking to viewpoints. As always in the spring, early morning is your best chance for clear skies.
At a glance
On average there are 17 days with precipitation in
June. The highest point on the trek is
Thorung La at
5416 m. During
June, expect high temperatures of around
4.9°C (41°F)
and lows down to
-5.1°C (23°F)
at Thorung La.
Itinerary (18 days)
Add side trips by clicking '' in the itinerary below.
Extra rest days and overnights can be added once the itinerary is created. However any side trips must be added in this step before the itinerary is created.
Mon Jun 17 (day 1) |
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Kathmandu (1337 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 29.4°C (85°F) and lows of about 19.4°C (67°F) in June. |
Besi Sahar (800 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 32.6°C (91°F) and lows of about 22.6°C (73°F) in June. |
Shared vehicle from Besi Sahar to Jagat
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$10.00
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Jagat (1290 m)
From May through early October it is sometimes not possible to reach Jagat by road due to landslides caused by rains. In that case you may have to start walking at an earlier point and the trek may take an extra day or two so make sure you plan accordingly. Please pay your guide and porter for any extra days they work beyond the time you booked. Overnight |
Tue Jun 18 (day 2) |
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Chamje (1410 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 28.9°C (84°F) and lows of about 18.9°C (66°F) in June. |
Tal (1700 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 27.2°C (81°F) and lows of about 17.2°C (63°F) in June. |
Dharapani (1960 m)
About 6-7 hours from Jagat
Overnight |
Wed Jun 19 (day 3) |
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Bagarchhap (2160 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 24.4°C (76°F) and lows of about 14.4°C (58°F) in June. |
Koto (2620 m)
About 5-6 hours from Dharapani Overnight |
Thu Jun 20 (day 4) |
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Meta (3560 m)
About 8-10 hours from Koto. This is a large altitude gain from Koto if not pre acclimatized it is recommended that you add a second night in Meta Overnight |
Fri Jun 21 (day 5) |
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Kyang (3820 m)
About 5-6 hours from Meta |
Phugaon (4080 m)
About 4-5 hours from Khyang or 9-10 hours from Meta. Acclimatization Day to explore around Phu. Overnight |
Sat Jun 22 (day 6) |
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Phugaon (4080 m) Overnight |
Sun Jun 23 (day 7) |
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Kyang (3820 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 14.5°C (58°F) and lows of about 4.5°C (40°F) in June. |
Nar Phedi (3490 m)
About 7-8 hours from Phu Overnight |
Mon Jun 24 (day 8) |
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Nar (4110 m)
About 3.5-4.5 hours from Nar Phedi Overnight |
Tue Jun 25 (day 9) |
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Kang La (5306 m)
About 5 hours from Nar |
Ngawal (3650 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 15.5°C (60°F) and lows of about 5.5°C (42°F) in June. Overnight |
Wed Jun 26 (day 10) |
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Manang (3540 m)
Acclimatization wise it is also possible to spend the 2nd night at Khangsar instead of Manang if you wish and the group agrees Overnight |
Thu Jun 27 (day 11) |
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Manang (3540 m) Overnight |
Fri Jun 28 (day 12) |
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Khangsar (3745 m)
About 2-3 hours from Manang |
Shree Kharka (4080 m)
About 2-3 hours from Khangsar |
Tilicho Base Camp (3900 m)
About 6-9 hours from Manang, about 4-6 hours from Khangsar, or about 2-3 hours from Shree Kharka Overnight |
Sat Jun 29 (day 13) |
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Tilicho Lake (4919 m)
About 2-4 hours up to the lake and about 1-1.5 hours back. While it's possible to see Tilicho Lake in the morning and make it to Yak Kharkha the same day it's more leisurely to add an extra rest day. This option would also give more time to explore the lake. |
Shree Kharka (4080 m)
About 2 hours from Tilicho Base Camp |
Yak Kharka (4020 m)
About 5-6 hours from Tilicho Base Camp, or about 4 hours from Shree Kharka Overnight |
Sun Jun 30 (day 14) |
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Thorung Phedi (4540 m)
If the group decides collectively and is well acclimatized it is also possible to stay at Thorung High Camp. Overnight |
Mon Jul 1 (day 15) |
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Thorung High Camp (4830 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 7.4°C (45°F) and lows of about -0.6°C (31°F) in July. |
Thorung La (5416 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 3.9°C (39°F) and lows of about -4.1°C (25°F) in July. |
Muktinath (3800 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 13.6°C (56°F) and lows of about 5.6°C (42°F) in July. Overnight |
Tue Jul 2 (day 16) |
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Chhyonkar (3400 m)
About 1 hour from Muktinath |
Jhong (3200 m)
About 2 hours from Chhyonkar |
Putak (3000 m)
About 30 minutes from Jhong |
Kagbeni (2840 m)
About 6 hours from Mukinath or about 2.5 hours from Putak Overnight |
Wed Jul 3 (day 17) |
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Jomsom (2760 m)
About 3 hours from Kagbeni Overnight |
Thu Jul 4 (day 18) |
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Public bus from Jomsom to Pokhara
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$18.00
Estimated cost:
$130.00
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Pokhara (827 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 31.4°C (89°F) and lows of about 23.4°C (74°F) in July. |
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