Camping Trek to Naar Phu Valley, Kangla Pass with Climb of Unnamed Peak 2 (6404 m)

Outside the terminal of Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport, our airport agent will be waiting for you with a sign bearing the name of the Company. Then, you will transfer to the Hotel after you arrive at TIA. If you arrive at TIA on time, you can visit the nearby Hotel area (depending on the arrival time) or you can rest after the long air flight. On this day, our staff or your trip guide will meet and greet you at the Hotel and brief you about the day ahead journey. You will stay overnight.

Today, you will need to obtain a permit for Unnamed Peak 2, a restricted area and Park and conservation area permits. This is a mandatory process that requires the presence of the leader at the Department of Tourism in Nepal. In the afternoon, the Leader should be present Department of Tourism for the peak permits and paperwork with our office staff. You will need to collect your passport for the restricted area Naar Phu Valley permits and our office staff will work the paperwork in the evening at dinner time the guide hand over your passport. After that, you can take this day to relax and get ready for Unnamed Peak 2.

In the early morning, after having breakfast, you will depart from Kathmandu and drive towards the western part of Nepal. Our trek crew will go with you. You will travel along the Prithivi Highway, leaving behind the town of Muglin and reaching Dumre, beside the Marsyangdi River. From here, you will head north on a narrow road that follows the river. you will stop for lunch at a roadside restaurant along the way. Your journey continues along the river until you reach Besishahar, the headquarters of the Lamjung district, and then will transfer by jeep to Jagat. you will have overnight accommodation for ten camps at Jagat. It will be a long journey. Depending on the road conditions it will take you 9-10 hrs by Bus and Jeep.

Today, your official trek will begin. Although the road continues to Manang Village and Khangsar, its condition is very rough, but it is worth trekking from here. On the other hand, beginning the trek from here helps you to easily acclimatize. There is an old trekking trail that you will take, but most of the routes are motorable. Perhaps you may be annoyed due to the dust and distraction of buses, jeeps, and bikes.

From Jagat, you will start with a steady climb to Chamje (1340m). You will descend the steps towards Tal (1700m) and cross the river via the suspension bridge. Beyond Tal, you will again cross the river and continue to Dharapani (1860m). The trek from Jagat to Chamche takes 30 minutes over 2 and a half kilometers. Then, it takes 2 and a half hours to cover 4 and a half kilometers to Tal, and finally, it takes 3 hours to cover 6 kilometers to Dharapani.

In total, you will trek for 7 hours covering 15 kilometers, and will overnight camping at Dharapani.

Dudh Khola, a tributary of the Marsyangdi River, confluences at Dharapani, where the Manaslu circuit route meets with the Annapurna circuit trail. The Marsyangdi River then turns westward. As you will follow the river along the Annapurna circuit trails, you will pass through the Buddhist village of Bagarchap. As we trek up, Mt. Manaslu (8163m) is visible behind you, and the valley turns westward. Annapurna II (7937 m) is occasionally visible on your left hand. Then, you will meet many villages, and trekking trails, and pass through isolated tea houses en route. Finally, you will reach Koto (2600m) where you will stay overnight at a Camp tent. The trek from Dharapani to Koto covers 13km and takes approximately 6 hours.

You need to present your permits at a checkpoint in Koto, a small village on the Annapurna Circuit route. From there, you will diverge from the main trail Annapurna Circuit Trail, and follow the narrow and steep canyon of the Naar Phu Khola, a stream that flows from the Tibetan border. You will trek on the western side of the river, through a forest of pine and fir trees, and pass by several seasonal settlements used by the locals of Naar and Phu during the winter months. The scenery is very different from the Annapurna Circuit trail, and you hardly meet any other trekkers in this remote and restricted area, less visited area. you will stop for lunch after having lunch your hike will resume, which involves mostly ups, some sections of cliff-side, and a narrow trail carved from the rock. you will reach Meta, a village situated at an elevation of 3560m, where you will stay overnight. Today, approx. you will ascend 960m in elevation, which will require 7 to 9 hours of walking and will cover approximately 19.5 km.

Today will be a relatively short day, as the only place (before Phu) with suitable camping is Chyako, located at an altitude of about 3720m. You will follow the Phu Khola on a gently rising trail.

Chyako is an important place where you will visit the Naar Pa Bhumi Rural municipality office, Nepal Rastriya Banijya Bank (RBB), the Buddha Statute, and old civilization, the Government school, and the Health Clinic. After lunch, will be free to relax or explore. Chyako is a picturesque village with stone houses (new houses and lodges are built of concrete), prayer flags, and a Buddhist monastery that offers a view of the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. 

The people of Chyako are known as Phuwas, and they speak a dialect of Tibetan that is different from the one spoken in Phu.

They have a rich and unique culture that includes festivals, dances, songs, and rituals. It is also a good place to observe the local culture and lifestyle of the people, who are mostly farmers and herders. To cover the 8km distance, you will take 3 to 4 hours and stay overnight at the Camping in Chyako.

After morning breakfast at Chyako, you will trek for an unnamed peak 2 base camp at the elevation of 3990m. From here, you will continue the trek up to Kyang (3887m), a village with a Mani wall at 3800m. Kyang is located on a plateau high above the Phu Khola, a river that flows through the Naar-Phu valley. Kyang is the main winter settlement of the locals of Phu, who are ethnically Tibetan and speak a distinct language. After 2-hour treks from Kyang, you will visit the confluences of streams where the unnamed peak streams meet at Phu Khola then you will turn towards the southeast for Base Camp. You will take your lunch at the base camp and check the tent. After having lunch, will ascent up to 4200 m higher for acclimatization then return to Base Camp and overnight stay.

After morning breakfast, you will descend and head towards Phu village. Along the way, you may be lucky enough to see a part of the annual migration (Autumn season) when a family moves down from the high pastures with its yaks – a scene from ancient Tibet! Continuing another exciting section of trail carved into the walls of the river gorge, descend to the river itself. A little further on, your progress will be blocked by another rocky bluff, and need to force to trek up out of the gorge, via several mani walls and chortens, to reach the Phuohi Yalgoe or ‘Phu gate’. Beyond this ancient stone gateway, you will get the first view of the three villages of Phu with the impressive ruins of forts on the skyline above. These forts were built to defend the valley from invaders and are now protected as cultural heritage sites. It will take around 1 and a half hours trekking to reach Phu from Base Camp and be able to have lunch at the tea house, with the remainder of the day free to explore this amazing village with its comparatively unspoiled ancient culture and architecture. The remote settlement of Phu consists of more than 40 stone-built houses in the Tibetan style and is home to around more than 150 people. Also, you can encounter modern-style houses. Pupigyal Kwe is a monastery which is situated on the right side of Phu village and is the main attraction where you will visit. Phu is a fascinating place to witness the traditional lifestyle and customs of the Naar-Phu people, who practice a form of Buddhism mixed with animism and shamanism. After exploring this beautiful unique cultural village, you will descend from Phu to Base Camp overnight.

Now, the most awaited moment and the big day are not far off. On this day, you will be ready to face the challenge, conquer it, and stand atop the unnamed Peak 2 (6404m). Thus, you will spend an entire day gaining technical knowledge on how to use climbing gear and equipment. Our climbing guide will prepare you by providing training for climbing this peak. you will stay overnight there, ready for the most awaited moment.

After having breakfast in the morning, you will start on your day’s trek to the High Camp, passing through the beautiful landscape of Yak Kharka. Following a gradual ascent of 3 to 4 hours, you will reach the High Camp. Here, you will have lunch and take some time to rest. This will also be the location for final preparations for climbing the unnamed peak 2. You will spend the night camping at the High Camp, ready for the adventure that awaits you on the next big day.

Today is the day we’ve been eagerly waiting for so long time, as you push for the summit of the unnamed peak, Peak 2 (6404m). After making all the necessary preparations, you will start your early morning ascent. The initial stretch of the climb will be on level slopes, which will gradually start getting steeper. As you pass through the ridge, you will be greeted with a 360-degree panoramic view. You will navigate these terrains with the assistance of our professional climbing guide.

Now begins the most exciting part of the climb: standing atop this peak, you will enjoy the full glory of the views of the Annapurna massifs, Chulu Peaks, Gangapurna, Himlung Valley, and Mustang Valley. After capturing and relishing the moment, you’ll retrace your steps to the high camp.

After some rest and refreshment at High Camp, you’ll continue the descent to the base camp at 3990 m. Here, you’ll nourish your bodies with warm food and beverages, recalling the glorious expedition. The camaraderie and shared experiences will make the meal even more enjoyable. No doubt, you’ll receive a congratulatory welcome from our crew upon your return. Their cheers and applause will be the perfect end to our memorable expedition to this peak.  

You will backtrack from the Base camp and follow the same route down the valley. Along the way, you will stop for lunch at either Chyako or Junam Goth (3650m), a temporary village that serves as a base for yak herders and trekkers. After lunch, you will resume your descent, facing a final steep section before reaching a bridge over the river at Naar Phedi (3490m).  you will stay overnight at Sartek Monastery Camping, a Buddhist temple that offers an interesting insight into the local culture and religion. The descent is approximately 8 km and takes 5 to 6 hours to reach the monastery.

After having breakfast at the monastery, you will leave the narrow gorge of the Phu Khola. Along the way, you will see Ratna Chuli (7035m) and encounter chortens and a long Mani wall. Then you will reach today’s destination, Naar Village. Surrounded by fields of mustard and barley and set among snow-capped peaks, this village is very picturesque. You will have lunch in Naar village. After lunch, you will explore the village and its surroundings. There are four red-roofed Gompas (Buddhist monasteries), among which three are private and one is community-owned, that are worth visiting. You can also hike up to the line of prayer flags on the hill above the village for more spectacular views. The people of Naar belong to the Tibetan Buddhist culture and make their living from spinning and weaving. The womenfolk can often be seen working hard in some sheltered. Naar is one of the main villages in the Naar Phu region, which is a remote and rarely-visited area north of the Annapurna range. This region is home to a rich cultural heritage, diverse biological diversity, and a large population of snow leopards. After exploring Naar village, you will ascend for 2 hours, which is easy for the next day’s trek. The next day, you will pass the Kang La Pass, which takes around 3 to 4 hours from here, and overnight camping will be at Kangla Phedi.

You have a long day ahead of you as make your way across the Kang La Pass and descend to the Marsyangdi Valley. You must tackle a steady ascent of 790 meters to the top of the Kang La Pass (5,320m). This gets steeper as you go higher, and it is common to find patches of snow in the final hour of the climb. From the pass, You can enjoy amazing views of the valley and the peaks of Lamjung Himal (6,983m), Annapurna II (7,937m), Annapurna IV (7,525m), Annapurna III (7,555m), Gangapurna (7,455m), Khansarkng or Rock Noir (7,485m), Annapurna I (8,091m) far behind Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Tilicho Peak (7,134m). Far below, You can spot the Annapurna Circuit trail and the airstrip at Humde (3,280m). The trail down is initially steep and slippery on a mixture of snow and scree, and you need to be careful. After reaching a flat area, you will have a packed lunch and relax your weary legs before following the contour to Ngawal (3,660m), still far above the valley. you will then descend to the overnight camping site at Chulu (Jhulu) village.

Following breakfast, Your journey will start at Manang village through Braga Gompa. This is one of the most impressive monasteries in the valley, built into a rocky crag. The monastery is one of the oldest, believed to be more than 900 years old, and one of the most revered Buddhist monasteries on the Annapurna circuit. From Braga, you will trek on the higher trail via Ngawal, a picturesque settlement located in the Manang district of Nepal. After exploring this beautiful and unique ancient gompa, you will continue to Manang. The traditional stone villages around the region are popular high-Himalaya civilizations that are home to ethnic groups like Lama, Ghale, and Gurung.

At Manang village, you can find bakery items and fresh coffee available. After a long journey, you have the option to take a break at your own expense. After that, you will return to camp for lunch. If you want to spend the whole day at Manang, you can stop there at your own expense. After having lunch, you can explore Chulu village where you encounter a flour mill, which is known for its traditional flour mill. This mill is a testament to the village’s self-sufficiency and the locals’ expertise in harnessing natural resources.

On this day, you will start your first ascent until Ngawal. Ngawal is a lovely village with a gumba (monastery) and a mane (prayer wall). It is also a good spot to see the Lamjung Himal (6,983 m) and the Pisang Peak (6,091 m). You will continue trek through Ngawal until Ghyaru (3670m). Ghyaru offers stunning views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks. Your next stop will be the beautiful village of Ghyaru, situated at an elevation of 3720m, where you will have lunch. The views of the mountains from Ghyaru are simply breathtaking, including Tilicho Peak, Gangapurna, Annapurna II, III, and IV. After having lunch, you will descend steeply down to the bridge and then gradually continue through Pisang, where you will have overnight accommodation at Camp.

As you continue your journey down the valley on the main trail, you will encounter the magnificent sight of the Dhukurpokhari and after a kilometre walk on the trekking trail, you will reach the viewpoint of Lamjung Himal which is the best point to see this magnificent peak. And also you will encounter Paungda Danda, a smooth slab of curving rock that rises 1500 metres almost vertically from the river. The Paungda Danda is a subsidiary peak of the Pisang Peak and is also known as the Great Wall of Pisang. The locals call it Swarga Dwar, meaning the Gate of Heaven, and believe that the spirits of the dead must climb this cliff to reach the afterlife. The rock face is composed of slate and was formed by the uplift of an ancient lakebed during the Himalayan creation. As you move past this impressive monolith, you will reach a section of trail that is carved into the cliff side and you also pass through some aromatic woodland, including juniper and pine trees. At Bhratang, you will have lunch and explore the apple farm. After crossing Bhratang, the first apple farm in the Manang District where you will find an acre of apple farm which is the major attraction; you will arrive at the administrative centre of Chame, the headquarters of the Manang District. A short distance from Chame, you will reach overnight camping at Koto (2600m). Today will be the last of the long camping trek, in next day your potters and other crews will be separated from here as a result in the evening, will celebrate the trips.

You have come back to the place where the Naar-Phu Khola meets the Marsyangdi River, the starting point of your two-week-long trek into the Naar-Phu valleys. Today marks the end of the trekking adventure, as you follow the Marsyangdi River Valley downhill at a gentle pace, crossing Dharapani and reaching a wider and flatter part of the valley. From Dharapani, you will drive by jeep to Besishar, where you will stay in a hotel.

After an early breakfast, Besisahar, you switch to a bus and continue to drive on the road down the Marsyangdi River Valley to its confluence with the Trisuli. Here, you will pick up the main Pokhara to Kathmandu Road for the final part of the journey. Today’s drive is a long one; a 6 or 7-hour journey, you will arrive in Kathmandu in the late afternoon. After checking in at the group hotel, you have time to rest, before going out for a celebratory evening meal in one of Kathmandu’s finest restaurants.

After completing this 21-day trip, the final day, your departure will be from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). If you wish to extend your itinerary, you have a tremendous option to extend your holidays in Nepal by rebooking the next available destination. For booking, please contact the salesperson.