Apr 22 - May 6, 2019 confirmed
Nar Phu via Thorung La, via Kagbeni, and via Marpha
(15 days)
Annapurna Region,
Nepal
Difficulty:
challenging
Public trek | 2 confirmed trekkers
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 $350 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.- Permits ACAP and Nar-Phu Restricted Area Permit
- Guide Guide's wages, food, lodging, and insurance
- Restricted Area Permit Processing
- Guide's Transport
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Porter
Each porter may carry no more than 20 kg (44 lb). One porter is usually enough for 2 people's gear.
Government required insurance covers the porter in case of an accident while on the trip.
$20 per day per porter
+ $30 per porter for porter's insurance
2 confirmed trekkers
Timothy (UK)
With 1 guest: Helen (United Kingdom)Hired 1 porter
We will try to respond within 24 hours.
Trip Board (no comments)
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 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.
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.
Weather Conditions in April
April is the peak of the ‘Spring Season’, with more moderate temperatures and still relatively few days of precipitation. Clear mornings and cloudy afternoons are typical, with clouds clearing up just before or just after sunset. Trekkers should also be prepared for the occasional rain shower, especially towards the end of the month. At high altitudes occasional snow storms are possible.
At a glance
On average there are 6 days with precipitation in
April. The highest point on the trek is
Thorung La at
5416 m. During
April, expect high temperatures of around
3.9°C (39°F)
and lows down to
-12.1°C (10°F)
at Thorung La.
Nar Phu via Thorung La, via Kagbeni, and via Marpha
(Elevation Profile)
Itinerary
(15 days /
14 nights
)
created by
Timothy
(UK)
| Mon Apr 22 (day 1) |
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Kathmandu (1337 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 28.4°C (83°F) and lows of about 12.4°C (54°F) in April. |
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Public bus from Kathmandu to Besi Sahar
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$6.00
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Besi Sahar (800 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 31.6°C (89°F) and lows of about 15.6°C (60°F) in April. Overnight |
| Tue Apr 23 (day 2) |
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Shared vehicle from Besi Sahar to Koto
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$30.00
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Koto (2620 m)
From May through early October it is sometimes not possible to reach Koto 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 |
| Wed Apr 24 (day 3) |
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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 |
| Thu Apr 25 (day 4) |
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Meta (3560 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 15.0°C (59°F) and lows of about -1.0°C (30°F) in April. Overnight |
| Fri Apr 26 (day 5) |
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Kyang (3820 m)
About 5-6 hours from Meta |
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Phugaon (4080 m)
About 4-5 hours from Khyang or 9-10 hours from Meta. Acclimatization Day to explore around Phu. Overnight |
| Sat Apr 27 (day 6) |
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Phugaon (4080 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 11.9°C (53°F) and lows of about -4.1°C (25°F) in April. Overnight |
| Sun Apr 28 (day 7) |
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Kyang (3820 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 13.5°C (56°F) and lows of about -2.5°C (28°F) in April. |
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Nar Phedi (3490 m)
About 7-8 hours from Phu Overnight |
| Mon Apr 29 (day 8) |
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Nar (4110 m)
About 3.5-4.5 hours from Nar Phedi Overnight |
| Tue Apr 30 (day 9) |
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Kang La (5306 m)
About 5 hours from Nar |
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Ngawal (3650 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 14.5°C (58°F) and lows of about -1.5°C (29°F) in April. Overnight |
| Wed May 1 (day 10) |
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Manang (3540 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 16.2°C (61°F) and lows of about 3.2°C (38°F) in May. Overnight |
| Thu May 2 (day 11) |
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Yak Kharka (4020 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 13.3°C (56°F) and lows of about 0.3°C (33°F) in May. |
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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 |
| Fri May 3 (day 12) |
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Thorung High Camp (4830 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 8.4°C (47°F) and lows of about -4.6°C (24°F) in May. |
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Thorung La (5416 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 4.9°C (41°F) and lows of about -8.1°C (17°F) in May. |
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Muktinath (3800 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 14.6°C (58°F) and lows of about 1.6°C (35°F) in May. Overnight |
| Sat May 4 (day 13) |
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Chhyonkar (3400 m)
About 1 hour from Muktinath |
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Jhong (3200 m)
About 2 hours from Chhyonkar |
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Putak (3000 m)
About 30 minutes from Jhong |
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Kagbeni (2840 m)
About 6 hours from Mukinath or about 2.5 hours from Putak Overnight |
| Sun May 5 (day 14) |
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Jomsom (2760 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 20.8°C (69°F) and lows of about 7.8°C (46°F) in May. |
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Marpha (2780 m)
About 4 to 4.5 hours from Kagbeni or 1 to1.5 hours from Jomsom, reachable from Muktinath in one long day (about 7 hours of walking) but preferable to break it up into two days. Overnight |
| Mon May 6 (day 15) |
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Jomsom (2760 m)
About 1 to 1.5 hours from Marpha |
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Public bus from Jomsom to Pokhara
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$18.00
Estimated cost:
$117.00
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Pokhara (827 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 32.4°C (90°F) and lows of about 19.4°C (67°F) in May. |
