Many of you know about Everest 2 high passes trek but very few knows about 2 high passes trek in the Annapurna region and very few have had heard about Annapurna 2 high pass Trek.
Most of you have heard about Thorong la pass of Annapurna circuit trekking trail. So, this trekking itinerary gives insights of both trekking routes; one the famous Thorong la pass and another less known Kang la pass.
This trekking package covers restricted part of Nepal in off the beaten part of Narphu valley along with famous Annapurna circuit trekking. Saying restricted we need special permit as well as ACAP permit for Annapurna 2 high passes trek.
Annapurna Himalaya range has numerous other passes across its range. But few of them are really famous among the mountaineers who have been to Nepal. Thorong la pass has been a supreme identity of Annapurna circuit trekking, as this connects Manang valley to the famous Mustang valley of Nepal.
Manang district in the Annapurna region of Nepal Himalaya offers a new trekking trail called Nar Phu trekking. Nar Phu is a village located in Manang, composed of culture, people and typical traditional practices. Deserted geography of the valley makes this trail more off the beaten path. This trek goes into the deep valley of Nar Phu, opened for trekking from 2003AD.
Nar Phu is a deserted valley in the green Himalaya. It will be fun for you to be in the deserted valley after crossing mountains and heading towards Himalaya. On this trek, trekkers explore the distinct culture of people and many Gombas and Mannes. Nar Phu is dominated with Buddhist culture and hence the trail is traditionally dominated with Buddhist people and their warm well-come to the valley.
• Altitude - 1300 meters
• Time – 30 minutes hotel transfer time
• Activity – Relax at hotel
Upon arrival we will receive you at Kathmandu airport and drive to Hotel.
• Altitude - 1300 meters
• Special – Kathmandu city tour
• Time – Full day
• Activity – Sightseeing UNESCO world heritage sites
Restricted Permit preparation day, prepare trekking and sightseeing UNESCO world heritage sites; Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swyambhunath and Kathmandu Durbar Square.
• Altitude - 1100 meters
• Special – Scenery view
• Time – 8/9 hours
• Activity – Travelling in bus/jeep
Drive around 8 to 9 hours on a bus/jeep from Kathmandu will take you to Jagat. During the drive you can enjoy the scenic view.
• Altitude - 1960 meters
• Special – View of waterfall and mountains
• Time – 7/8 hours
• Activity – Trekking via marsangdi river
Today you start your trek. To reach Dharapani from Jagat you need to walk around 7 to 8 hours by the side of Marsangdi river. During the walk you can get the view of waterfalls as well as snow capped mountains too.
• Altitude - 2610 meters
• Special – view of manaslu mountain
• Time – 5/6 hours
• Activity – Trekking uphill
Continue walking to Koto from Dharapani through steeply climb up. Mountains can be seen during the walk. It takes about 5 to 6 hours of walk to reach to Koto and then stay overnight at lodge.
• Altitude - 3560 meters
• Special – Nar phu valley
• Time – 7/8 hours
• Activity – Trekking through Nar khola and Greenland forest
You will enter to the restricted area of Narphu Valley through the Nar Khola and Greenland forest .To reach to Meta you have to follow adventurous rocky trail. It takes abou 7 to 8 hours walking then stay overnight at lodge.
• Altitude - 4250 meters
• Special – Tashi Gompa and local villages
• Time – 7/8 hours
• Activity – Trekking
Our trek goes towards the Phu ancient village which is close to the Tibet border and can be observed Himalayan nature and ancient Buddhist culture. While walking you can get the magnificent view of Annapurna range.
• Altitude - meters
• Special – View of mountains
• Time – 2/4 hours
• Activity – a short hike
On this day you will get an opportunity to explore Tashi Gompa and local villages
• Altitude - 4110 meters
• Special – Nar village
• Time – 6/7 hours
• Activity – Trekking
After exploring around in Phu Gaon continue your trek to Nar via satya gompa of Mahendra pul and climb up to Nar village. It takes 6/7 hours then stay overnight at lodge.
• Altitude - 4110 meters
• Special – Exploration of monasteries
• Time – 15/30 minutes
• Activity – short hike
On this day explore the monastries around the Nar village and overnight in Nar.
• Altitude - 5322 meters
• Special – Kang La pass and view of annapurna massif
• Time – 7/8 hours
• Activity – Trekking
The next day is the pass day. Wake up early and head towards the adventurous pass i.e. kang la pass. Once you reach to Kang la pass you can get the eye - catchy view of Annapurna massif. Continue your trek down from Kang la Pass to Ngwal.
• Altitude - 3660 meters
• Special – Exploration of villages and mountains
• Time – 3 hours
• Activity – Short walk
Short walk from Ngwal will take you to famous Manang village. During the walk you can enjoy the view of Annapurna ranges as well as you can explore the village of Manang once you reach there.
• Altitude - 4110 meters
• Special – Exploration of vegetation, yaks and Jarsang Khola valley
• Time – 3/4 hours
• Activity – Walking by side of Jarsang Khola Valley
Today you will be heading towards Yak Kharkha. No high effort is needed to reach to Yak Kharkha as you can complete the walk in short time. To reach to Yak Kharkha you will follow the trail by the side of Jarsang Khola Valley. You can explore rich vegetation of Annapurna region.
• Altitude - 4600 meters
• Special – Thorong Phedi
• Time – 3/4 hours
• Activity – Hiking uphill and downhill
You'll climb high for about two hours before descending slightly to cross the river. It's all uphill again after that until you reach Thorong Phedi. Some of the newest guesthouses of our trek are located here. You need to wake up very early tomorrow, so a full night of rest is important!
• Altitude - 5416 meters
• Special – Thorong la pass and Muktinath Temple
• Time – 7/8 hours
• Activity – Trekking
You need to wake up early in the morning and start your trek. This is the highest point of this trek. Comparing to other days, this day might be hard. So, be prepared to complete the trek without facing difficulty. Once you reach to the top of Thorong la pass, you be heading towards the famous holy site Muktinath.
• Altitude - 8910 meters
• Special – View of diverse landscapes and beautiful scenery
• Time – 5/6 hours
• Activity – Trekking
Following the trail with the diverse landscapes will take you to Jomsom. 5 to 6 hours of walk will lead you to reach Jomsom.
• Altitude - 1400 meters
• Special – Scenic view from the plane
• Time – 30 minutes flight
• Activity – Flying in Plane
• Altitude - 1300 meters
• Special – Scenic view from the bus
• Time – 5/6 hours drive
• Activity – Travelling in bus
• Time – 30 minutes airport transfer time
• Activity – Flying back to origin
Today we'll ensure that you get to the airport with time to spare, taking our final leave. Hopefully you have made the kind of memories that will last forever.