Great Annapurna Round

The Nar Phu valleys were opened to trekking in 2002, but remain one of the least visited and most isolated valleys, while the vast majority of trekkers continue to focus on the Annapurna Circuit that runs at its foot. However, Nar Phu maintains a very different spirit that you will begin to feel as soon as you start to ascend following the Nar Khola (river).

Leaving behind the Marsyangdi Nadi valley and the subtropical forests, we will soon enter a landscape of green pastures and pine forests to progressively move into a more and more arid, harsh and breathtaking terrain, walking between rock gorges, under the watchful eye of the Kangaru Himal in the east. But more importantly, we enter a land of an ancient Tibetan culture, where Buddhism settled centuries ago, with pre-Buddhist roots that still prevail today, much like those of Mustang and Dolpo. On your way you will come across spectacular chortens (stupas), manis (votive stone walls) and gompas (monasteries and temples) where you can still see caves of ancient, and perhaps not so ancient, hermits.

Its culture is so ancient and has remained in some ways so isolated that a particular Tibetan language is spoken here, with the presence of a dialect that is not even understood by the inhabitants of the nearby Manang.

Nar Phu is still a world apart, it is perhaps also a journey through time, and a different experience from that of the Annapurna Circuit with which it shares an itinerary.

Leaving Nar Phu behind, we meet Manang, the neuralgic center of the area where the culture and the way of building are already fully Tibetan. From here on the landscape is arid, between frozen mountains peeking out of the side valleys. We enter the Tilicho Tal valley. An impressive valley, cold and lonely, which hosts the largest lake in Nepal at 4929 meters. Frozen most of the year despite its size, its crystal clear emerald green water stands out.

Continuing on our way, we will cross the Thorung-La at 5416 meters, one of the most famous Himalayan passes, and the highlight of this trek, where we can enjoy a coffee or tea in the tiny and very modest highest coffee shop in the world. We enter the Mustang area, with the important set of Hindu and Buddhist temples of Muktinath, the second holiest site in Nepal, and the picturesque village of Kagbeni that we fully recommend you to enjoy.

FULL TRIP according program
  

PRICE INCLUDES
·       Welcome on arrival

·       All transfers and trips by private vehicle

·       Flight Jomsom Pokhara

·       Flight Pokhara Kathmandu

·       1 nights with breakfast in Pokhara

·       3 nights with breakfast in Kathmandu

·       Trekking

o    Accommodation in lodges/tea-houses

o    Three meals a day during the trek according the itinerary description

o    Local English-speaking Mountain Guide during the trek

o    1 guide assistant for groups over 8 pax

o    1 porter each 2 clients

o    TIMS Trek permit card (Trekkers’ Information Management System)

o    Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entrance fee

o    Special Nar Phu permit

·       All government taxes and VAT

·       Wages, food and accommodation, expenses, and insurance for all staff

PRICE EXCLUDES
·       International flight from/to your origin point to/from Nepal

·       Entry Nepal VISA

·       Lunch & Dinner (except indicated)

·       Tips to staff

·       Hot and cold drinks, phone calls, internet connection or any other personal expense

·       During the trek hot showers, battery charges or any other personal expense

·       Medical and/or travel insurance. For most of our treks you must have a mountain accident insurance that works in Nepal until 5500 meters’ altitude and include helicopter rescue.

·       In general, any concept not specified in the program, as well as any type of personal assistance to the traveller for matters outside the program of this trip.

·       No additional costs due to flight cancellations, weather conditions, road closures, etc.

JUST TREK with no services out of the trek itinerary in Kathmandu or Pokhara
  

PRICE INCLUDES
·       Transfers by private vehicle to starting trek point and from ending trek point

·       Flight Jomsom Pokhara

·       Trekking

o    Accommodation in lodges/tea-houses

o    Three meals a day during the trek according the itinerary description

o    Local English-speaking Mountain Guide during the trek

o    1 guide assistant for groups over 8 pax

o    1 porter each 2 clients

o    TIMS Trek permit card (Trekkers’ Information Management System)

o    Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entrance fee

o    Special Nar Phu permit

·       All government taxes and VAT

·       Wages, food and accommodation, expenses, and insurance for all staff

PRICE EXCLUDES
·       International flight from/to your origin point to/from Nepal

·       Entry Nepal VISA (check information)

·       Tips to staff

·       Any service out of the trek

·       Hot and cold drinks, phone calls, internet connection or any other personal expense

·       Hot showers, battery charges or any other personal expense

·       Medical and/or travel insurance. For most of our treks you must have a mountain accident insurance that works in Nepal until 5500 meters’ altitude and include helicopter rescue.

·       In general, any concept not specified in the program, as well as any type of personal assistance to the traveller for matters outside the program of this trip.

·       No additional costs due to flight cancellations, weather conditions, road closures, etc.

* The indicated price is the price per person in US dollars for a group of 6 travelers in full format as described in the program.
If you prefer, you can contract only the trek, from the pick-up at your accommodation to the return. Without services outside the trek.
We can customize your trip with no problem.
Contact us to request the dossier with detailed information and the complete price table and ask us any questions you may have.

Currently the rough-road already reaches Manang. Therefore, it is possible to reduce up to 3 days, if necessary, by arriving to Koto or Chame.

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT SCHEDULE

Programs may have to be adapted according to the schedules of your flights to Nepal. The itineraries are designed considering that the international flight arrives at Kathmandu in the morning or noon. If you arrive to Nepal afternoon or later it would be better to have a margin day before starting your trek, although it is not essential.

DO YOU WANT TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR TRIP?

Related to the trek itineraries, Kathmandu and Pokhara staying are the “minimum days recommended” to have a comfortable and safe trip and trek. But always is a good idea to add some extra day during the trek or in your days in Kathmandu or Pokhara.

Like all our tours, the itinerary can be customized and adapted to your taste, needs and preferences.

You can book the full trip or just the trek and travel on your own in Nepal.

EXPERIENCES TO NEPAL OUTSIDE THE PROGRAM

Whether for free days in Kathmandu or Pokhara, as if you want to add more days to your trip, we offer several options and extensions. With them you can add and complete activities and experiences on your trip. Some are already included in some program, but in general we prefer that you choose them on your own, if you are interested in any, depending on your tastes and way of traveling. Ask us for more information if you are interested.