Teri La Pass Trek: Nepal's Ultimate Remote Himalayan Adventure
Overview
Itinerary
Expand AllArrival in Kathmandu at Tribhuvan International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, you’ll receive a short briefing about the trek and prepare for the upcoming journey. Dinner and overnight stay in Kathmandu.
- Altitude: 1,400 m
- Meals: Dinner
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
A scenic drive from Kathmandu to Dharapani via Besisahar, following the beautiful Marsyangdi River through hills, villages, and terraced landscapes. A short walk at the end brings you to the teahouse for an overnight stay in the Annapurna region.
- Altitude: 1,860 m
- Time: 1–2 hrs (short walk)
- Distance: 190 km drive
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
A full day of trekking from Dharapani to Koto through lush forests, rivers, and traditional villages in the Annapurna region. This is the entry point to the restricted Nar Phu Valley area, offering beautiful scenery and a gradual climb to a higher altitude before reaching the teahouse for an overnight stay.
- Altitude: 2,600 m
- Time: 6–7 hrs
- Distance: 15 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Teahouse
A challenging and scenic trek from Koto into the Nar Phu Valley region, climbing steadily through dense forest, narrow gorge trails, and remote landscapes. This marks entry deeper into the restricted area, reaching Meta at a higher altitude for an overnight stay in a teahouse or camping under the mountains.
- Altitude: 3,560 m
- Time: 7–8 hrs
- Distance: 18 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Camp
A long and rewarding trek from Meta to Phu Gaon, climbing steadily into higher altitude terrain with stunning views of the Nar Phu Valley. You enter the ancient Tibetan-style Phu village, known for its unique culture, stone houses, and rich Buddhist heritage, where you stay overnight in a traditional teahouse.
- Altitude: 4,080 m
- Time: 6–7 hrs
- Distance: 14 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Teahouse
A rest and acclimatization day in the beautiful Phu Gaon village, allowing your body to adjust to the high altitude. You take short hikes around the area, including a visit to the sacred Tashi Lhakhang Monastery, while exploring the unique Tibetan-influenced culture and stunning mountain surroundings.
- Altitude: 4,080 m
- Time: Short hikes
- Distance: 3–5 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Teahouse
A long descent from Phu village into the rugged canyon landscapes of the Nar Phu region. The trail leads through dramatic cliffs and remote terrain as you make your way down to Nar Phedi, where you stay in a peaceful monastery lodge or camp for the night.
- Altitude: 3,490 m
- Time: 6–7 hrs
- Distance: 16 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Monastery Lodge/Camp
A short but steep ascent from Nar Phedi up to Nar Village, passing through rugged Himalayan canyon landscapes. The trail gradually opens up as you reach the traditional Nar settlement at a higher altitude, known for its stone houses, strong Buddhist culture, and dramatic mountain views.
- Altitude: 4,110 m
- Time: 3–4 hrs
- Distance: 5 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Teahouse
A peaceful acclimatization day in Nar village with short hikes to nearby ridges and viewpoints. You explore the surrounding landscapes, enjoy panoramic Himalayan views, and gradually adapt to the altitude while experiencing the traditional lifestyle of the Nar settlement.
- Altitude: 4,110 m
- Time: 3–5 hrs exploration
- Distance: 3–6 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Teahouse
A steady approach trek from Nar toward Kang La Phedi, gradually gaining altitude as you move through remote Himalayan landscapes. The trail prepares you for the high pass ahead, with rugged terrain, open valleys, and increasing exposure as you reach the campsite for overnight preparation and rest.
- Altitude: 4,530 m
- Time: 5–6 hrs
- Distance: 12 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Camp
A remote alpine trek from Kang La Phedi to Ngoru Kharka through high-altitude terrain with expansive Himalayan views. The trail traverses open valleys and rugged landscapes, offering stunning scenery as you move deeper into the mountains before reaching the campsite for an overnight stay.
- Altitude: 4,200 m
- Time: 6–7 hrs
- Distance: 10 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Camp
Base Camp, crossing remote glacial terrain and rugged mountain landscapes. You reach the 4,900 m campsite, where you prepare for the upcoming high pass in a wild and isolated Himalayan setting.
- Altitude: 4,900 m
- Time: 6–7 hrs
- Distance: 8–10 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Camp
A crucial acclimatization and preparation day at Teri La Base Camp, staying at 4,900 m to allow the body to adjust to extreme altitude. You take short hikes around the glacier zone, review equipment, and prepare mentally and physically for the challenging Teri La Pass crossing ahead in a remote high-mountain environment.
- Altitude: 4,900 m
- Distance: 2–4 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Camp
A demanding and unforgettable crossing day from Teri La Base Camp over the 5,595 m pass into Mustang. You ascend through extremely high-altitude terrain before descending to a lower camp on the Mustang side at around 4,800 m, marking the most technical, challenging, and rewarding section of the entire trek.
- Altitude: 5,595 m
- Time: 8–10 hrs
- Distance: 12 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Camp
A gradual descent and traverse from the Mustang-side camp toward Yak Kharka, moving through high-altitude valleys and open Himalayan terrain. The trail offers sweeping mountain views and a slightly easier walking rhythm after the pass crossing, before reaching the campsite or teahouse at around 4,200 m for overnight rest.
- Altitude: 4,200 m
- Time: 6–7 hrs
- Distance: 14 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Camp
A pleasant trek from Yak Kharka to Dhakmar as the landscape gradually transforms into the striking red-cliff desert scenery of Upper Mustang. The trail passes through arid valleys, eroded rock formations, and traditional settlements before reaching Dhakmar village at 3,820 m for an overnight stay in a teahouse.
- Altitude: 3,820 m
- Time: 6 hrs
- Distance: 13 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Teahouse
A rewarding trek from Dhakmar to Lo Manthang, passing through striking red cliffs, desert-like valleys, and ancient Tibetan-influenced settlements. The trail gradually opens up as you approach the walled capital of Upper Mustang, reaching Lo Manthang at 3,840 m for a memorable stay in one of Nepal’s most historic and culturally rich cities.
- Altitude: 3,840 m
- Time: 5–6 hrs
- Distance: 10 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Teahouse
A relaxing exploration day in the historic walled city of Lo Manthang, visiting ancient monasteries, sky caves, and the royal palace. You experience the rich Tibetan-influenced culture, narrow alleys, and centuries-old heritage while exploring one of the most iconic destinations of Upper Mustang.
- Altitude: 3,840 m
- Time: 3–5 hrs
- Distance: 3–6 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Teahouse
A long and rugged off-road jeep journey from Lo Manthang to Jomsom, crossing dramatic high-desert landscapes, river valleys, and remote Mustang terrain. The drive is rough but scenic, gradually descending to the lower Kali Gandaki region before reaching Jomsom at 2,720 m for an overnight stay in a hotel.
- Altitude: 2,720 m
- Time: 6–7 hrs (drive)
- Distance: 90 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel
A scenic journey from Jomsom to Pokhara by either a short mountain flight or a long overland drive. As you descend from the dry Mustang landscapes to the lush hills of Pokhara at 820 m, the scenery changes dramatically. Upon arrival, you return to city comforts with a relaxing hotel stay and well-earned rest after the trek.
- Altitude: 820 m
- Time: 25 min flight
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel
A scenic return from Pokhara to Kathmandu by drive or short flight, passing through hills, rivers, and roadside towns along the Prithvi Highway. Upon arrival in the capital at 1,400 m, you transfer to your hotel and conclude the journey with comfortable city accommodation after completing the trek.
- Altitude: 1,400 m
- Time: 6–7 hrs drive
- Distance: 200 km
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner, and lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel
A final transfer from Pokhara to Kathmandu by scenic drive or short flight, passing through winding highways, rivers, and green hills of central Nepal. Upon arrival at 1,400 m, you are transferred to your hotel, marking the completion of the journey and preparation for international departure.
- Altitude: 1,400 m
- Meals: Breakfast
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