Naar Phu / Tilicho Trekking (Thorong Pass)

Days24

RegionAnnapurna

DifficultyAdvanced

Max. Altitude5416 m

Travel seasonMärz bis Mai und September bis November

Departure Date	Vacant Places	Days	Price per Person
22 March 2025	8	24	CHF 3'390.00	Inquiry
05 November 2025	6	24	CHF 3'990.00	Inquiry

Naar Phu / Tilicho Trekking (Thorong Pass)

The trek begins in Dharapani (1960 m above sea level) and ends in Jomsom (2850 m above sea level). The Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the most famous and popular trekking routes in Nepal. It takes you on a circular journey around the Annapurna massif, starting in Dharapani and ending in Jomsom. This trekking route offers a diverse landscape, from lush green valleys to arid high mountain deserts.

The trek starts in Dharapani, a village in the Manang district. From there, you follow the Marsyangdi River and pass through beautiful forests, terraced fields, and traditional villages. The path gradually ascends and offers breathtaking views of snowcapped peaks such as Annapurna II, III, and IV, Gangapurna, and Manaslu.

As you continue trekking, you reach Manang, a picturesque village known for its Tibetan-Buddhist culture and stunning mountain landscapes. From Manang, the trail leads to the Thorong La Pass, the highest point of the trek at an elevation of 5,416 meters. Crossing the pass is a challenging but rewarding experience, offering panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges.

After descending from the pass, the trail leads to the famous pilgrimage site of Muktinath, known for its sacred Hindu and Buddhist temples.

Naar Phu

Until 2002, this route was not accessible to trekkers, and even today, only a few tourists have discovered this almost untouched area. This trek offers a combination of high peaks and mountain passes, glaciers, remote villages, narrow gorges, beautiful forests, rock formations, and monasteries with unique culture.

Tilicho

Tilicho This trek is a Trans-Himalayan adventure and leads to one of the highest lakes. Tilicho Lake is situated at 4,919 meters above sea level in the central Himalayas. This trek takes you through one of the most visited mountain passes in Nepal. You ascend to 5,516 meters, providing the best views of Manaslu, Himchuli, and many other mountains. The descent leads through dense jungle towards Tilicho Base Camp, and subsequently, you reach the Thorong La Pass, one of the most beautiful passes in the country.

1. Day - Departure Europe

2. Day - Arrival in Kathmandu

Transfer from the airport to your hotel and time at your own disposal.

3. Day - Kathmandu Sightseeing

Durbar Square is one of the oldest parts of the city with traditional architecture. Later, you will visit Swyambunath. This landmark is situated on a hill in the middle of the Kathmandu Valley, offering a panoramic view of the entire valley. On the hill, there is a temple, a stupa, and a monastery, which hold significant importance for both Hinduism and Buddhism. The temple is also known as the "Monkey Temple" because many macaque monkeys can be seen around the hill, and they are not shy of humans at all! Around noon, you will visit the Pashupatinath cremation site. This temple is a Hindu shrine located on the sacred Bagmati River. Later, we will head to Bouddhanath. The stupa is very significant for Buddhist pilgrims who come from all over the world. It is the largest stupa in all of South Asia. Around the stupa, you can spend time as there is much to see and experience.

4. Day - Drive to Dharapani (1900 MASL)

Drive with Jeep to Darapani. It takes around 7 Hours.

5. Day - Dharapani – Koto (2600 MASL)

You will hike up through pine and oak forests to a glade, there are Tibetan teahouses. There you have a great view on the Manaslu You will continue hiking to Koto Qupar, your base for the Naar Phu trekking. There you will have a great view on the Annapurna II.

6. Day - Koto Qupar –Meta (3560 m.ü.M.)

The day today starts early since the day is long and exhausting. After crossing the river, which flows through the Naar Phu valley, you will hike through wonderful forests. After passing the narrow valley the sight will be widened.

7. Day -Meta – Phu (4050 MASL)

A steep ascent in the valley along a small river takes you to a 3200 meter plateau. You will pass a not permanently inhabited settlement of the Nar- folk. You will cross path from time to time with the Yaks. That morning you will experience one of the most beautiful hikes in the Himalaya. The landscape is fantastic, white rocks, crumbling slate, knotted trees and red and orange colored bushes line the path. The mountains around you are spectacular and Phu Kosi shadows your route. Later you will reach Chako, where the grass is bound together in bundles for drying on the roofs and the praying flags are blowing blow in the wind. You will see unique chorten for which Nar and Phu are famous. Over stones and rocks you will reach a glacier river. You will cross over a bridge which is covered by slate and reach Pupigyal Kwe. These monoliths represent the entrance gate, which will give you the first sight on the three Phu villages.

8. Day - Phu – Naar Phedi (3750 MASL)

Today you would back to Naar Phedi same way. You will hike down to the old bridge, which leads over a deep, narrow canyon.

9. Day -Naar Phedi – Naar (4150 MASL)

Today the hike goes up to Naar. You will pass by painted bamboo covered chorten before you will be rewarded with an unforgettable view on Naar. Gentle landscape of hills, mustard fields, four old and colorful gompas as well as snow covered peaks please your eyes. You will be in Naar early. After lunch you will discover Naar. Be ensured there is a lot to see!

10. Day - a day Rest in Naar

11. Day - Naar – Ngawal (3650 MASL)

The Kang La (5306 MASL) is not a difficult, but spectacular pass, where you will see the Annapurna II, the Gangapurna, the Tilicho and the airport Hongde. The way down is steep and jumping over the scree is the easiest option to get down. Shortly before Ngawal you will see an unusual grouping of chorten and praying flags, which signalize a meditation grot high up in the mountains.

12. Day - Ngawal – Manang (3500 MASL)

You will leave Ngawal and hike south towards the “Upper Pisang” route, a wonderful route which leads through isolated villages. There you will have an unforgettable view on the Annapurnas.

13. Day - Acclimatization day

Your guide will do a daytrip with you. This can be towards the Gangapurna Lake or to the other side of the valley up to a monastery.

14. Day - Manang – Khangsar (3740 MASL) - Tilicho base camp (4150 MASL)

The route leads towards the Tilicho Lake to Khangsar, which is the highest village of this valley. The path on the left side of the Tilicho Valley leads towards the Tilicho base camp. Most of the times there is a lodging available, if not your guide will organize a tent. The path often chances since a glacier moraine has to be crossed.

15. Day - Tilicho Base Camp – Tilicho Lake - back to Tilicho base camp

Today, you will zigzag up to Tilicho Lake (4920 m above sea level). After reaching the lake, you will have the lunch you brought with you. Then, you will hike back to the base camp.

16. Day - Tilicho Base Camp– Yak Kharka (4050 m.ü.M.)

Today the hike starts early towards Thorong La Pass Route. after around 6 Hrs. Walking you woud achive Yak Kharka.

17. Day - Yak Kharka – Trong Phedi (4500 m.ü.M) or High Camp (4830 M.ü.M)

Today you will hike on partially rocky paths via Ledar to Throng Phedi. Possibly to the high camp, depending on the condition of the participants.

18. Day - Throng Phedi / High Camp – Muktinath (3800 m. ü. M.).

Early in the morning, around 4 AM, we recommend starting today's hike. The later it gets, the windier it becomes on the pass. You will need to use a headlamp to hike up a switchback trail to the 'Highcamp' (approximately 4850 meters above sea level). It will gradually get lighter. The first hour is steeper compared to the rest of the trail. After about 5 hours, you will reach the Throng Pass height (5416 meters above sea level). After that, today's hike will steadily descend to Muktinath.

19. Day - Muktinath – Jomsom (2780 m.ü.M.)

Today the route leads only downwards to Jomsom. Along the way, you will encounter the road. This is a valley with strong winds, especially around midday. This is the most important village in the region.

20. Day - Flight or Drive to Pokhara

Early in the morning, you will be flown to Pokhara in a small airplane. The flight takes about 40 minutes. You can spend the rest of the day sightseeing in Pokhara. If the planes are not flying, you will be driven to Pokhara in a private vehicle. It will take about 5 hours. Today, the guide and the porter will bid you farewell.

21. Day -a Day rest in Pokhara

A day at your own disposal

22. Day - Flight or Drive to Kathmandu

23. Day - a day in Kathmandu

A day at your own disposal

24. Day - Departure from Kathmandu
Flexible daily routine

The daily routines described must be considered somewhat flexible, as they are adapted to local conditions (weather, new paths, etc.) as well as to your constitution. Your guide will plan and discuss the next day with you in the evening.
Include
- Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Flight Jomsom - Pokhara
- Pick up and Drop service
- Kathmandu sightseeing
- 3 times Meals and Accommodations during the Trek
- Trekking Guide (Sirdar)
- Porters
- Trekking permit.
- Trekking insurance for trekking Crew
- Trekking bag of Himalaya Trekking
Exclude
- Flight to Kathmandu and back
- Tips
- All meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
- Cold drinks
- Travel insurance
Requirements

You will find the level of difficulty and the type of accommodation of each journey in the program.

Equipment

You are going to get an equipment list as recommendation together with your travel documents. The equipment for a tent trekking (tent, mattresses etc.) will be organized locally.

Luggage

You are allowed to check in 20 kg as well as you can take 5 kg of hand luggage with you. If you would like to travel with a trolley case, we kindly ask you to take an additional big backpack with you. Luggage which you do not need while trekking can be deposit for free in Kathmandu.

Entry

For the entry to Nepal you need a passport which is valid further than 6 month after your departure date. You will receive your visa upon your arrival at the airport in Kathmandu. You will be told about the visa expenses while booking, since the fee changes from time to time.

Health

Himalaya Trekking suggests seeing your doctor or a tropical doctor as early as possible so you will be informed about current provisions regarding injections. Pharmacy or a doctor will help you regarding your personal trip first aid travel kit.

Group size

Himalaya Trekking guarantees for every tour. We do not have any minimum size for a group, but we do have a maximum of 12 persons per tour.

Tour program

The daily program should be seen as very flexible since we have to consider the local circumstances as well as your physical condition. Your guide will plan with you every evening the next day.

Travel documents

You are going to receive the detailed travel documents with general information as well as your flight tickets 2 to 3 weeks before departure.

Tipping

The tip for the local guides and carrier are not included in the travel costs. It is common to tip them for a good performance.

Accommodation and meals

The overnight stays in Kathmandu and Pokhara will be in a middle class hotel. The restaurants can be chosen individually, as lunch and dinner are not included in the travel costs.

During a lodge trekking the hike will be trough village to village. You will stay overnight in a basic hostel and you are going to have your meals there or in a restaurant on the way. During the camp trekking you are going to stay in one man or two-person tents and all the meals will be provided by private cook.

Insurance

Himalaya Trekking recommends having travel insurance as well as a cancellation protection. We also recommend having a copy of your police with you.

Climate

The weather in Nepal is nice. The summer is together with the monsoon season from June to October, the rest of the year is dry. There is mild climate in the Kathmandu valley, during the summer time around 20-30°C and in the winter time around 0-15°C.

Please consider the climate for your travelling plans, since the county covers a height form 75 MASL to 8848 MASL. Therefor the climate changes and if you are in the wrong place to the wrong time you will probably not see the Himalaya. However there still is a suited journey for every time period!
Individual date request
Departure Date Vacant Places Days Price per Person

22 March 2025 8 24 CHF 3'390.00 Inquiry

05 November 2025 6 24 CHF 3'990.00 Inquiry