Many of you know about Everest 2 high passes trek but very few know about 2 high passes trek. It is in the Annapurna region and very few have had heard about Annapurna 2 high pass Trek.
You have heard about Thorong la pass of Annapurna circuit trekking trail. Some of you must have heard about Kang la pass trek. So, this Annapurna 2 high pass trekking itinerary is combined of both of these trekking routes.
One, the famous Thorong la pass, and another, less known Kang la pass. Kang la pass is restricted region trek in Nepal.
This trekking package covers a restricted part of Nepal. Off the beaten part of Nar Phu valley along with famous Annapurna circuit trekking. Saying restricted we need a special permit along with ACAP permit for Annapurna 2 high passes trek.
Annapurna Himalaya range has numerous passes across its range. But few of them are really famous among the mountaineers. Thorong la pass has been a supreme identity of Annapurna circuit trekking. This connects Manang valley to the famous Mustang valley of Nepal.
In contrast with Thorong la being really famous – Kang la pass has been another trending and loved high pass of Annapurna Himalaya range. However, Kang la pass is famous as Nar Phu valley trekking.
Kang la pass connects Nar & Phu village with famous Manang village and eventually takes you to Thorong la pass.
Our Annapurna 2 high passes trek connects these 2 beautiful and rewarding mountain passes of Annapurna region.
Best Time for Annapurna 2 High Pass Trek
Months of September to November & March to May are favourable for trekking over Annapurna 2 High pass trek. If you can manage to trek over these 2 high passes in suggested months – clear sky, open mountains, snow-capped Himalaya range is guaranteed. If trekked in Oct/Nov, experience of Nepalese festival will make the trip perfect.
Autumn and Spring with the above mentioned months are regarded as the best months to trek in the Nepal Himalaya. However, people trek all around the year.
In case you do not get the required length of travel time in recommended months – you will always have options to trek these destinations in the winter and Monsoon. But make sure you trek with the best guide from the best trekking agency in Nepal. Safety is very important in monsoon and winter as things changes quickly and drastically.
Winter gets cold and snows often. If you get heavy snowfall before high pass day – your guide will decide on what to do and give you a safe passage? That is why you need to have good company.
Monsoon gets lots of rain and the sky will be mostly cloudy. So, if you have to trek Annapurna 2 high pass trek in monsoon – it is better to talk in depth about the pros and cons and decide on your trip. We, as your friends from Nepal can assure you the best experience possible.
Indeed, these off season means – quiet and peaceful trekking trails. [wte_video_gallery trip_id=’2566′]
Narphu valley trek – a restricted trail of Annapurna
Manang district in the Annapurna region of Nepal Himalaya offers a new trekking trail called Nar Phu trekking. Nar Phu is a hidden village located close to Annapurna circuit trekking trail and famous Manang village. Composed of vivid culture, people and typical traditional practices; Nar phu valley trekking worth. This trek goes into the deep of Nar Phu valley. Nar Phu valley is opened for trekking from 2003 AD.
On this trek, trekkers explore the distinct culture of people and many Gombas and Mannes. Nar Phu is dominated by Buddhist culture. The trail is traditionally dominated with Buddhist people and their warm well-come to the valley.
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Looking forward
On our treks we focus on fun along with new experience. We will create many opportunities for our clients to get involved with the local activities. Culture of Nar Phu valley widely resembles Tibetan culture. Visiting Nar Phu makes you feel like being in Tibet culture. Annapurna ranges and Himlung Himal are major attractions although you can see many mountains along the trail. Manaslu, Dhaulagiri, Tilicho peak and many unnamed Himalayan peaks are major peak seen in Annapurna 2 high passes trek.
Nepal government under ACAP & immigration of Nepal is upgrading this trail with more infrastructures. This is increasing interest towards the trekking trail of Nar Phu valley. So is Annapurna 2 high pass Trek. Travelling to Nar Phu valley with a team of Nepalgram makes your trekking more worthwhile. We focus on the local participation and help our clients to know more about the local culture and the geography.
The suggested itinerary for Annapurna 2 high pass Trek is one of the best designed, but it can also be customized according to your requirements. Feel free to reach to our team.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428ft)
- Day 2 – Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation
- Day 3 – Kathmandu to Jagat Drive (1100m/3608ft): 8-9 hours
- Day 4 – Jagat to Dharapani (1,960m/6,430ft): 7-8 hours
- Day 5 – Dharapani to Koto (2,610m/8,563ft): 5-6 hours
- Day 6 – Koto to Meta (3,560m/11,680ft): 7-8 hours
- Day 7 – Meta to Phu Gaon (4,250m/13,944ft): 7-8 hours
- Day 8 – Acclimatization at Phu Gaon
- Day 9 – Phu Gaon to Nar (4,110m/13,484ft): 6-7 hours
- Day 10 – Acclimatization and preparation at Nar
- Day 11 – Nar to Kang La Pass (5,322m/17,460ft) to Ngwal (3,660m/12,008ft): 7-8 hours
- Day 12 – Ngwal to Manang (3,540m/11,614ft): 3 hours
- Day 13 – Manang to Yak Kharka (4,110m/13,484ft): 3-4 hours
- Day 14 – Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,600m/15,092ft): 3-4 hours
- Day 15 – Thorong Phedi to Thorong La (5,416m/17764ft) to Muktinath (3,800m/12,467ft): 7-8 hours
- Day 16 – Muktinath to Jomsom (2,715m/8,910ft): 5-6 hours
- Day 17 – Jomsom to Pokhara Flight (1400m/2,700ft): 30 min flight
- Day 18 – Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428ft): 5-6 hours’ drive
- Day 19 – Final departure from Nepal
Download Detail Itinerary of Annapurna 2 High Passes Trek
Cost of Annapurna 2 high passes trekking – Nepalgram Adventure
Luxury | All Incl | Service | |
Cost Details | 2320 | 1250 | 735 |
Licensed Guide | √ | √ | √ |
Accommodation during trek | Standard | Private | × |
Transportation to trek start point | Private | Shared | Shared |
All Trek Permits | √ | √ | √ |
Shower | √ | √ | √ |
Airport/bus terminal Shuttle service | Private | Private | × |
Hotel at KTM/Pokhara | 5 Star | Standard | × |
Food on trek (BLD) | Unlimited Meal | 3 Meal | × |
Desert | from Menu | Fresh Fruit | × |
Soft drink | unlimited | 1 | × |
Porter | Private | Shared | × |
Company Cap & T-shirt | √ | √ | × |
Dawn Jacket & Sleeping – bag to be returned | √ | √ | × |
Hard drink | Local Brand | × | × |
Warm up hikes | √ | × | × |
Farewell party/dinner | √ | × | × |
Buffer day for trek | √ | × | × |
Food in the city | × | × | × |
Note – Minimum people in group must be 02 so as to apply above price range.
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Price & Details of other packages of Nepalgram
All Inclusive package
Price for All Inclusive Package = USD $1250 per person – for Min 2 people in the group
“All inclusive package is a common package offered by all most all the trekking agencies in Nepal.”
COST DETAILS OF ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE
Cost Includes of Annapurna 2 High Passes Trek – All-inclusive package
- 3 night Standard Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara (according to the itinerary), B/B (bed and breakfast)
- All accommodations Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the trek
- Special trekking permit for Nar Phu valley Restricted trail
- All necessary paper works (ACAP) entry permit, special entry permit & Trekker`s information management system (Tims) and Local fees; if applicable.
- Fluent English speaking and trained, Government license holder guide including all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance during the trekking.
- Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara
- Bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Transportation to and from trekking start and ending point.
- A helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people), if you need.
- Medical supplies (first aid kit). And regular oxygen saturation checks up by oximeter.
- All government taxes and office expenses.
- Card processing fee for online payable amount
- Added Value – (1) Dawn sleeping bag, Dawn Jacket to be returned after the trek (2) Waterproof duffel Bag, Walking Poles, quick dry T-shirt, Cap – to take away (3) Oximeter to check your oxygen saturation and Heartbeat with medical kit box carried by Guide (4) Satellite Phone for extremely remote destination
- Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu in an A/C Car.
- Kathmandu sightseeing entrance fee, if applicable.
Cost Excludes of Annapurna 2 High Passes Trek – All-inclusive package
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at International Airport – Kathmandu). You need 30$ dollar visa fee for 15 days, cash money will be easier.
- Your Travel and medical insurance.
- All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic hot and cold drinks, tea or coffee in the morning are included with breakfast.
- Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected).
Guide + B/B Package OR Service package
“Service package comes with all arrangement for your trek except food and accommodation in the cities – which you can do by yourself on this modern era.”
Price for Guide +B/B Package (service Package) = USD $735 per person – for Min 2 people in the group
COST DETAILS OF SERVICE PACKAGE
Cost Includes of Annapurna 2 High Passes Trek for Guide +B/B Package
- All necessary paper works (ACAP) entry permit, special entry permit & Trekker`s information management system (Tims) and Local fees; if applicable.
- Special trekking permit for Nar Phu valley Restricted trail
- Fluent English speaking and trained, Government license holder guide including all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance during the trekking.
- Bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Transportation to and from trekking start and ending point.
- A helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people), if you need.
- Medical supplies (first aid kit). And regular oxygen saturation checks up by oximeter.
- All government taxes and office expenses.
- Added Value – (1) Dawn sleeping bag, Dawn Jacket to be returned after the trek (2) Waterproof duffel Bag, Walking Poles, quick dry T-shirt, Cap – to take away (3) Oximeter to check your oxygen saturation and Heartbeat with medical kit box carried by Guide (4) Satellite Phone for extremely remote destination
Cost Excludes of Annapurna 2 High Passes Trek for Guide +B/B Package
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at International Airport – Kathmandu). You need 30$ dollar visa fee for 15 days, cash money will be easier.
- Your Travel and medical insurance.
- All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic hot and cold drinks.
- Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected).
- All food and accommodation
- Anything not illustrated on the inclusion section
LUXURY PACKAGE
“Luxury package comes with comfortable trip possible in the Himalayan circumstances and inside Nepal. Every service we use for your luxury package will be best available.”
Price for luxury package = USD $2320 per person – for Min 2 people in the group
COST DETAILS OF LUXURY PACKAGE
Cost Includes of Annapurna 2 High Passes Trek for Luxury Package
- 3 night 5-star Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara (according to the itinerary), B/B (bed and breakfast)
- Best available accommodations with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with all drink during the trek
- Special trekking permit for Nar Phu valley Restricted trail
- All necessary paper works (ACAP) entry permit, special entry & Trekker`s information management system (Tims) and Local fees; if applicable.
- Fluent English speaking and trained, Government license holder guide including all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance during the trekking.
- Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara
- Bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Transportation to and from trekking start and ending point.
- A helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for one trekker).
- Medical supplies (first aid kit). And regular oxygen saturation checks up by oximeter.
- All government taxes and office expenses.
- Card processing fee for online payable amount
- Added Value – (1) Dawn sleeping bag, Dawn Jacket to be returned after the trek (2) Waterproof duffel Bag, Walking Poles, quick dry T-shirt, Cap – to take away (3) Oximeter to check your oxygen saturation and Heartbeat with medical kit box carried by Guide (4) Satellite Phone for extremely remote destination
- Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu in an A/C Car.
- Kathmandu sightseeing entrance fee, if applicable.
- All the non-alcoholic hot and cold drinks, tea or coffee.
- Tips for the guide, porter and driver.
Cost Excludes of Annapurna 2 High Passes Trek for luxury package
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at International Airport – Kathmandu). You need 30$ dollar visa fee for 15 days, cash money will be easier.
- Your Travel and medical insurance.