TiliCho Lake Trek
10 days | altitude 3800m
trip details
Duration
10 Days
Starting point
kathmandu
end point
pokhara
activiteis
treking
Pickup Point
TIA Airport
altitude
3800 m
Price from
825$ Euro
Overview
The Annapurna Circuit Trek with a visit to the stunning Tilicho Lake offers an unparalleled adventure through diverse Himalayan landscapes and cultural richness. Over 15 days, explore lush valleys, dense forests, arid highlands, and iconic mountain passes. Tilicho Lake, nestled at nearly 5,000 meters, is a sacred glacial lake surrounded by the majestic peaks of the Annapurna range, offering a serene and spiritual experience. The trek also includes the challenge of crossing Thorong La Pass, visits to traditional Tibetan-influenced villages, and the sacred Muktinath Temple, making it a complete journey of nature, adventure, and culture.
Trip Highlights
- Tilicho Lake Excursion: Visit one of the world’s highest glacial lakes, a serene and sacred site.
- Spectacular Mountain Views: Witness Annapurna, Manaslu, Gangapurna, and Tilicho peaks.
- Thorong La Pass: Cross the iconic high-altitude pass at 5,416 meters.
- Cultural Immersion: Explore Tibetan-influenced villages, monasteries, and local traditions.
- Diverse Landscapes: Traverse lush valleys, alpine meadows, and arid highlands.
- Muktinath Temple: Experience this sacred pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists.
- Scenic Flight: Enjoy a picturesque flight from Jomsom to Pokhara.
Program Itenary
After arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Transfer to Besisahar, meet porters, and continue by local jeep to Dharapani. Enjoy views of Tilje Peak.
- Driving time: 6 hours on the highway, 4 hours on rugged roads.
- Accommodation: Lodge
A steep climb to Timang High and a walk through lush pine forests.
- Elevation Gain: 900m | Elevation Loss: 150m
- Walking Time: 5 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
Pass traditional Gurung villages and enjoy views of Manaslu and Annapurna II.
- Elevation Gain: 750m
- Walking Time: 5 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
Follow the Marsyangdi River through a high valley with spectacular views of Annapurna peaks. Visit Pisang Monastery and explore Ngawal village with its Tibetan charm.
- Elevation Gain: 400m | Elevation Loss: 100m
- Walking Time: 4 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
Descend into the Manang Valley and visit Braga, a Tibetan village with a historic monastery. Continue to Manang.
- Elevation Gain: 150m | Elevation Loss: 250m
- Walking Time: 4 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
Ascend alongside the Marsyangdi River through Khangsar to Tilicho Base Camp.
- Elevation Gain: 700m | Elevation Loss: 50m
- Walking Time: 5 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
Climb to Tilicho Lake, a stunning glacial site at 5,000m. Admire Annapurna’s ice walls and wildflowers before descending to base camp.
- Elevation Gain/Loss: 700m
- Walking Time: 5–6 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
Descend to Manang and ascend to Letdar for an overnight stop.
- Elevation Gain: 500m | Elevation Loss: 500m
- Walking Time: 5 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
Ascend gradually to High Camp, where the air becomes thinner.
- Elevation Gain: 600m
- Walking Time: 4 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
A steep climb to Thorong La Pass followed by a long descent to Muktinath and overnight in the picturesque village of Jarkhot.
- Elevation Gain: 600m | Elevation Loss: 1,800m
- Walking Time: 8 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
Climb a small pass and descend to the Bönpo village of Lupra before walking along the Kali Gandaki River to Jomsom.
- Elevation Gain: 400m | Elevation Loss: 1,200m
- Walking Time: 5 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
Take a scenic flight to Pokhara and enjoy a relaxing day by Phewa Lake.
- Accommodation: Hotel Batika
- Meals: Not included.
Drive back to Kathmandu. Evening free for exploration.
Accommodation: Hotel
Enjoy free time before transferring to the airport for your flight.
Costs
- Local jeep from Besisahar to Dharapani.
- Domestic flight from Jomsom to Pokhara (subject to availability).
- 2 nights in Kathmandu and 1 night in Pokhara with breakfast.
- Meals during the trek.
- Trekking permits (ACAP & TIMS).
- Guide, assistant, and porters (as needed).
- Insurance for trekking staff.
- International flights and Nepal visa ($30).
- Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara (except breakfast).
- Travel insurance and personal expenses.
- Tips, equipment rentals, and extras (hot showers, battery charging, etc.).