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Tilicho Lake, Thorong-La Pass Trek

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Tour information Tilicho Lake, Thorong-La Pass Trek

  • Trip duration:

  • 17 Days
  • How hard is this trip:

  • 5 / 5
  • Trip max. altitude:

  • 5416m
  • Start - End:

  • Kathmandu - Kathmandu
  • Guide language:

  • English
  • Nepali
  • Accomendation:

  • Hotel
  • Guest house

Grave a super opportunity be in highest gorgeous lake and pass highest pass in world in once with female guide.

Tilicho Lake trek offers an adventurous journey that will stay in your mind for forever. The clear turquoise colour lake is surrounded by snow-capped Himalayan mountains presents the superb scenic view that you will not find anywhere else.

Tilicho Lake trek will take you to Lake Tilicho, the highest lake of Nepal situated at 4,919 meters. Located in the Manag district in the famous Annapurna range, Tilicho Lake trek offers an adventurous journey that will stay in your mind for forever. The clear turquoise colour lake is surrounded by snow-capped Himalayan mountains presents the superb scenic view that you will not find anywhere else. The barren landscape of Manang and Mustang is a striking contrast to the lush forests found in lower elevation. You will get to see panoramic views of several Himalayan mountains like Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Mt. Annapurna II, Lamjung Himal, Mt. Annapurna IV, Mt. Annapurna III, Mt. Gangapurna, and numerous others. The trail will include several ascends & descends and goes through the forested trail, fine deep valleys, cold stream, cascading waterfalls, and picturesque villages. Similarly many parts of Tilicho Lake trails fall within Annapurna Conservation Area which has been looking after the protection and conservation of wild flora and fauna.

Tilicho Lake trek begins with a scenic drive to Besisahar from where you will trek to Bhulbhule through the forested trail. The trail from here will take you to Chame via Bahundanda, Chamche, and Dharapani. Spending a night in Chame, you will trek towards Manang en route Upper Pisang. The trail will get a difficult time to time and presents a beautiful landscape with small gompas decorated with prayers flags. Leaving Manag behind, you will head towards Khangsar Village where you will get to have deep insight into the daily life of locals. Further, you will ascend to Tilicho Base Camp via Tilicho Lake and descend down to Khansar after for night stay. The trail from here onwards will take you Muktinath, the largest Hindu pilgrimage site of Nepal. But, before reaching Muktinath, you will cross challenging Thorong La Pass. You will then descend down to Jomsom and fly back to Pokhara.

Tradition & Culture in Tilicho Lake Trek

Not only this Tilicho lake trek also provides you with a chance to see the rich tradition & culture of this part of Nepal. People from ethnic communities such as Manangi, Thakali, Gurung, and Magar resides here. All of them have their own customs, beliefs, festivals, language, dress, delicious cuisine, and colourful lifestyles. Moreover, Tilicho Lake is also one of the Hindu pilgrims sites of Nepal. As this lake is mentioned in the Hindu mythology volume, Ramayan, people from around the world flock here to pray and celebrate major festivals every year.

Tilicho Lake Trek difficulty

Tilicho Lake Trek is a difficult trek. You need to have strong physical fitness and good health to go on this trek. There are several ascents and descents on a rugged & steep path during the trek, which demands a good muscular power. Moreover, you will trek above 4,000 meters in the course of the journey and that brings chances of altitude sickness. However, with proper measure and enough acclimatization, you can easily decrease the chances of getting AMS.

Why trek to Annapurna Trekking Agency?

We, Annapurna Trekking Agency is known for our reliable and authentic service. We are a team of young and active women guides that will assist you during the trek. Our team members are highly professional and working in this field for several years. With comprehensive service, you will also get to encourage local women to join the travel & tour industry of Nepal, as it is one of our main goals.

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Tour itinerary Tilicho Lake, Thorong-La Pass Trek

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  • Day 1:

    Arrival Kathmandu

    Your first day landing Kathmandu, Nepal. We are there for you, welcoming you to the airport. Drive to hotel approximately 15 minutes by private transport depend on group size. After the hotel depends on your arrival time. If you want to go out. We are happy to go around with you and rest at the hotel.

    Highest altitude
    • 1345m
    Accommodation
    • Hotell
  • Day 2:

    Drive to Besisahar

    As you depart from Kathmandu, the bustling capital city, you’ll navigate through winding roads and picturesque valleys. The drive takes you through lush green hills, terraced fields, and quaint villages, providing an authentic glimpse into traditional Nepalese life. The air is crisp and refreshing, and the surrounding vistas are nothing short of awe-inspiring.

    Highest altitude
    • 840m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 3:

    Drive from Besisahar to Chame

    Embarking on a mesmerizing day-two drive from Besisahar to Chame is a thrilling adventure that takes you deeper into the enchanting landscapes of Nepal’s Annapurna region. This route is a gateway to the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas, offering a truly immersive experience of nature’s grandeur.

    Leaving Besisahar behind, you’ll traverse winding roads that snake through lush green valleys and terraced fields. The air is crisp, and the scent of pine trees fills your senses as you venture deeper into the heart of the Annapurna Conservation Area.

    Highest altitude
    • 2670m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 4:

    Trek from Chame to Upper Pisang

    Today trek is gently walk to climb up with pine forest. We cross the Marsyangdi river many times by suspension bridge. When we reach Pisang there is two Pisang, lower and upper Pisang. We go upper Pisang. Upper Pisang is an old village for the area.

    Highest altitude
    • 3300m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 5:

    Trek from Upper Pisang to Manag

    The day starts an old town from Manang. In the beginning, we assent to Nawal and descent down to Braka. Where we can see the old monastery. We continue to move on to Manang. Manang is the gateway to our goal Tilicho Lake and highest pass Thorong-la pass.

    Highest altitude
    • 3540m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 6:

    Acclimatization day at Manang

    After many days before summit highest pass Thorong-La pass, the day for acclimatization to make our body comfortable with altitude. Today we have an option what we do. The option is to cross the river climb up and see the glacier from Annapurna and Gangapurna, Climb above the village and see a panoramic view of Annapurna range and explore Manang. The main goal of acclimatization is to avoid altitude sickness.

    Highest altitude
    • 3540m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 7:

    Trek from Manang to Khangsar Village

    After a nice and easy day in Manang. We leaving to reach more high up with more energy and confidence. We cross the Marsyangdi river with a suspension bridge and see big glacier of Gangapurna, Little monastery, Chorten, prayer flags.

    Highest altitude
    • 3734m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 8:

    Trek from Khangsar Village to Tilicho Lake Base Camp

    From the Khangsar village to Tilicho Lake Base Camp we walk though zigzag up and down with many Chortens and Gumbas with beautiful prayer flags. We arrive in Tilicho lake base camp with the greatest panoramic view of Tilicho mountain.

    Highest altitude
    • 4150m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 9:

    Trek from Tilicho lake base camp-Tilicho lake-Khangsar

    Heading to the highest lake in world Tilicho Lake(4920m) with happiness long climb up. Tilicho lake is a beautiful and dramatic view of a Lake with mountains Tarkeghyang, Gangapurna and Khangsar Kang. After Lake, we go back down to Khangsar again.

    Highest altitude
    • 4920m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 10:

    Trek from Khangsar to Yak Kharka

    From today our destination change to reach the highest pass with a beautiful dream. We start to walk up to the north. Crossing river, hills, bridge and some villages. View of day Annapurna III(7555m).

    Highest altitude
    • 4050m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 11:

    Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi

    We are increasing height day by day to the summit. On the way to Thorong Phedi can see blue sheep and snow leopards if we are lucky. When we get Thorong Phedi if you are totally fit to go higher. We go a little climb up and come down for sleep.

    Highest altitude
    • 4450m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 12:

    Trek from Thorong Phedi-Thorong-la pass-Muktinath

    Long day of the trek and goal destination as well Thorong-la pass (5416m) from sea level. It can be a little hard day today by wind and altitude. While reach Thorong-La pass all hard walk finish for the day. After pass goes down to Muktinath which is the temple of Hindu religion.

    Highest altitude
    • 5416m/3800m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 13:

    Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom

    Trek to Jomsom pass via Kagbeni which is the gateway to starts Upper Mustang trek. Where need to have special permission to see isolate region of Nepal. We continue to descend with Kali Gandaki and area of the apple tree. Kali Gandaki is big gorge become between two mountain Annapurna(8091m) and Dhaulagiri(8167m) above sea level.

    Highest altitude
    • 2713m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Guest house
  • Day 14:

    Fly from Jomsom to Pokhra

    We will get ready to fly to Pokhara after good breakfast With a magical view from the sky. Today we have lots of time explore the Pokhara and do more adventure too. As you wish you can do whatever you want a mountain bike, wood boating at the lake, sightseeing or rest.

    Highest altitude
    • 800m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    Accommodation
    • Hotell
  • Day 15:

    Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu

    Today you going to fly again to Kathmandu with small domestic
    Aeroplane first hour of the day which mean you have more time in Kathmandu to do more things. Shopping or just rest. Evening dinner together with culture show.

    Highest altitude
    • 1345m
    Included meals
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    Accommodation
    • Hotell
  • Day 16:

    Bhaktapur Sightseeing

    With its rich cultural heritage and well-preserved medieval architecture, Bhaktapur is a captivating destination for sightseeing in Nepal. This ancient city, also known as Bhadgaon, is located just a short distance from Kathmandu and offers a glimpse into the country’s glorious past.

    You’ll be transported back to a bygone era as you explore Bhaktapur. The city’s Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a treasure trove of architectural wonders. Admire the intricately carved wooden temples, palaces, and courtyards that reflect the artistry of the Newar craftsmen. The 55-Window Palace, the Golden Gate, and the Nyatapola Temple are some of the must-see attractions in the square.

    Included meals
    • Breakfast
  • Day 17:

    Departure

    Day for you to return to your friends and family with the most incredible experience in the Himalayas. We will pick you up at your hotel on your international departure time and drop you at the airport.

    See you soon again! Namaste

    Included meals
    • Breakfast

Included

  • All ground transportation pick up from International airport to drop again international airport
  • Bhaktapur heritage sightseeing with a city guide
  • 3-night twin sharing hotel in Kathmandu with B/B
  • 1-night twin sharing hotel in Pokhara with B/B
  • All food and accommodation during the trek
  • All necessary permits and government tax
  • Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara to Kathmandu
  • Guide and assistant guide depend on group size
  • Porter to help your luggage (1 porter for 2 guests)
  • All food/accommodation/wages for guide and porter
  • Insurance for our staff crew
  • Medical kit box during the trip
  • Annapurna Trekking Agency certificate
Optional
Not included
  • International airfares
  • International Airport Departure Tax
  • Trekking Equipment
  • Major meals, Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone, wifi and laundry.
  • Rescue & travel insurance, health emergency evacuation cost
  • Tips & Gratuities to guide and porter