Get off the beaten track
Move quick, light, and self-supported while following rarely used trails in Annapurna conservation area.
Crossing two 5000m+ passes; Kang La 5,306m and Thorung La 5,416m.
This is the perfect introduction to high altitude mountain fastpacking in Nepal.
We are experts on alternative trails in Annapurnas, and beyond.
The Numbers
Eleven days on trail with two acclimatization days.
Distance: 175km/108miles, Total Gain: +12,217m/40,082ft, Total Loss: -10,832m/35,538ft, Max Elevation: 5,408m/17,728ft.
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Annapurna – Naar Phu Variation (May 11 – 26, 2024) Join us as we explore rarely visited villages of Naar and Phu, getting off the classic Annapurna circuit! Cross two 5000m+ passes; Kang La 5,306m and Thorung La 5,416m! The numbers: 16 days including; briefing day in Kathmandu and departure; 11 days on trail including 2 acclimatization days. Total distance: 175km/108miles, Gain: +12,217m/40,082ft, Loss: -10,832m/35,538ft, Max Elevation: 5,408m/17,728ft. Max participants: 10. Cost: $2,656. All inclusive, including $250 deposit through Stripe (the rest due within 30 days). Register through Stripe!
Itinerary
Day 1 Briefing and Orientation starting at noon
Day 2 Kathmandu to Jagat (1,306m) Private Jeep
Day 3 Jagat (1,306m) to Koto (2,625m), Distance: 29.7k
Day 4 Koto (2,625m) to Meta (3,621m), Distance: 20.96k
Day 5 Acclimatization day
Day 6 Meta (3,621m) to Phu (4,083m), Distance: 16.81k
Day 7 Acclimatization day
Day 8 Phu (4,083m) to Naar (4,196m), Distance: 21.81k
Day 9 Naar (4,196m) to Nawal (3,680m) via Kang La (5,306m), Distance: 14.65k
Day 10 Nawal (3,680m) to Manang (3,551m), Distance: 9.14 k
Day 11 Manang (3,551m) to Thorung Phedi (4,536m), Distance: 16.43k
Day 12 Thorung Phedi (4,536m) to Muktinath (3,745m) via Thorung La (5,416m), Distance: 13.52k
Day 13 Muktinath (3,745m) to Marpha (2,688m), Distance: 32.15k
Day 14 Marpha to Pokhara
Day 15 Transport back to Kathmandu
Day 16 Departure day
Annapurna Reflections
I loved this. It was a big highlight of the summer. Would highly recommend next year's trip if you're looking for something beautiful, fun, challenging and unique.
Stephanie Gundel (Seattle, USA)
Annapurna Fastpack 2016
Do it! You won't regret it for a moment. The trail, the people, the camaraderie are all 1st rate.
Karen Carrington (Shanghai, China)
Annapurna Fastpack 2015
The best trip for your money, hands down! This was a life dream trip of mine and this was exactly how I wanted to do it. Check it out if you've ever felt the pull to explore Nepal!
Trisha Steidl (Seattle, USA)
Annapurna Fastpack 2014
I highly recommend doing this!! It's such an amazing experience and the people putting it on make it that much better! The loving culture, food and people make Nepal that much more beautiful! Sign up!! Just do it! You won't regret it!! Promise!
Amy Markovich (USA)
Annapurna Fastpack 2015
Just an awesome experience!
Emma Lee (Australia)
Annapurna Fastpack 2014
crazy shit. It's done. lifetime experience. it was a great time with great people! #AFP2016
Lukas Rådgiver (Bad Kreuznach, Germany)
Annapurna Fastpack 2016
If you really want to experience Nepal in its pristine setting while discovering what you’re truly capable of achieving, then you must consider HAL for your Nepalese adventure. Besides adventure, you will be rewarded with great camaraderie, a genuine Nepalese experience and the spectacular views that make this country majestic! A word of caution though: you will want to come back for their other trips.
Pablo Cabrera
Seattle, USA
Annapurna Fast Pack 2016
Excellent logistics including being collected on arrival at the airport and dropped off at end of trip. Super fun team and diverse itinerary which included some trails that are not part of the official circuit. Great food, laughs and team dynamic. Challenging course meant greater level of satisfaction on completion of each stage. Highly recommend.
Angela (Ireland/Hong Kong)
Annapurna Fastpack 2018
