Tilicho Lake Trek: 19 Days

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5 Based on 3 Reviews
  • duration 19 days
  • tour type Private and Group
  • age requirement 10-85 yrs
  • max group size 50
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Maximum altitude 5400 meters
  • Trek difficulty Medium
  • Tour Code BM-19641
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  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Ends Kathmandu, Nepal
  • +14
HIGHLIGHTS
  • Reach Tilicho Lake, one of the highest lakes in the world
  • Cross the highest pass in the world, Thorong La
  • Enjoy panoramic views of the Annapruna Range and Dhaulagiri
  • Take a scenic trans-Himalayan flight from Jomson to Pokhara
Tilicho Lake, at 4,920 m, collects the glacial melt of the entire northern slopes of Annapurna and Thorong Peak. The lake sits at the foot of an extensive glacier system of the great barrier, the highest point of which is Tilicho Peak (7,134 m). It is one of the highest lakes in the world. The glaciers terminate in a vertical wall of ice 70m high that forms the west shore of the lake.

This 19-day guided trek takes you across two contrasting landscapes: the lush Manang and the barren Mustang, while passing Tilicho Lake, one of the highest in the world, and Thorong La Pass, the highest pass in the world.

This challenging trip is an adventurous add on to the Annapurna Circuit and offers superb panoramic views of the Himalayas between Khangsar Kang (7,485 m) and Nilgiri North (7,061m). The route takes us through diverse villages, lush forests, and awe-inspiring arid hills with the snow-capped Himalayas in the background.

The trek starts from Besisahar and passes along the Marshyangdi River with great views of Manaslu and Himal Chuli to the east. Our trek route goes to the Manang valley to the west, passes through the Khanshar Village and ascends to Tilicho Lake before coming down and passing Thorong La at an elevation of 5,416 m. After the pass, the trek descends to Muktinath from where we drive to Jomsom and take a scenic flight to Pokhara, the Lake City.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu
  • Day 2: Drive to Besisahar
  • Day 3: Trek to Bahundanda
  • Day 4: Bahundanda to Chamje
  • Day 5: Chamje to Bagarchhap
  • Day 6: Bagarchhap to Chame
  • Day 7: Chame to Upper Pisang
  • Day 8: Upper Pisang to Manang
  • Day 9: Acclimatizing in Manang
  • Day 10: Manang to Khangsar Village
  • Day 11: Khangsar to Tilicho Base Camp
  • Day 12: Reach Tilicho Lake
  • Day 13: Tilicho Base Camp to Yak Kharka
  • Day 14: Trek to Throng Phedi
  • Day 15: Cross Thorong La Pass; descend to Muktinath
  • Day 16: Descend to Jomsom
  • Day 17: Fly to Pokhara
  • Day 18: Return to Kathmandu
  • Day 19: Departure
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • Airport/hotel pickups and drop-offs in a private car/van
  • 15 nights' stay in lodges/guesthouses during the trek
  • 2 nights' accommodation in Kathmandu, 1 night in Pokhara
  • 18 breakfasts, two dinners (welcome and farewell meals) while in Kathmandu
  • Salary, food, insurance and lodging cost for guide and porter
  • National park permit and TIMS for Annapurna
  • Airfare from Jomsom to Pokhara and domestic flight departure taxes
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after the trek)
  • ACH kitbag and t-shirt for you to keep
  • An experienced English-speaking trekking guide
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • International airfare and departure tax
  • Nepal entry visa fees
  • Bar bills, laundry and other expenses of personal nature
  • Travel insurance including evacuation
  • Meals not included in the itinerary
  • Tips for local staffs, guides and porters
  • Entrance fees to monuments in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Porter during the trek
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 3 reviews
  • Sabah Manoto
  • From Japan
  • On Sep 07 2019
5 - Excellent
Amazing trek in Tilicho
after search many of agent tour that provide trekkin gin nepal, finally decide to use this local operator. the team was good, and the view during the trek just amazing. cant wait to get same trek next year, thx team
A Bookmundi Travel Expert responded to this review:

Dear Guest,

Namaste and greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya!!!!

Thank you for sharing about your experience as a member of our tour group

From your ratings of Alpine Club, I believe you and your friends have enjoyed your holiday tremendously with our arrangements of the best put together itinerary to cater to your want to do list of activities and the places/regions you like to visit while in Nepal.

We are committed to provide good and reliable services at reasonable pricing to our visitors to have an enjoyable and memorable holiday with a difference, ie, something exciting to do, something special, and something you would like to experience.

We are truly delighted that we were given the opportunity to be of service to you and friends and we look forward to your next visit to Nepal to provide you and your friends/relatives for greater adventures in the ‘Walk of the Himalaya’.

Alpine Club beckons you, to greater adventures in the Himalayas…..

Warm Regards,

Alpine Club of Himalaya Team

  • Sabah Manoto
  • From Japan
  • On Sep 07 2019
5 - Excellent
Amazing trek in Tilicho
after search many of agent tour that provide trekkin gin nepal, finally decide to use this local operator. the team was good, and the view during the trek just amazing. cant wait to get same trek next year, thx team
A Bookmundi Travel Expert responded to this review:

Dear Guest,

Namaste and greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya!!!!

Thank you for sharing about your experience as a member of our tour group

From your ratings of Alpine Club, I believe you and your friends have enjoyed your holiday tremendously with our arrangements of the best put together itinerary to cater to your want to do list of activities and the places/regions you like to visit while in Nepal.

We are committed to provide good and reliable services at reasonable pricing to our visitors to have an enjoyable and memorable holiday with a difference, ie, something exciting to do, something special, and something you would like to experience.

We are truly delighted that we were given the opportunity to be of service to you and friends and we look forward to your next visit to Nepal to provide you and your friends/relatives for greater adventures in the ‘Walk of the Himalaya’.

Alpine Club beckons you, to greater adventures in the Himalayas…..

Warm Regards,

Alpine Club of Himalaya Team

  • Karl
  • From Britain
  • On Aug 31 2019
5 - Excellent
Best Trek Ever
Best trek with the local operator, been to Annapurna with Tilicho Lake. This operator is the best to plan the trek. They have experienced guide. The director Mr Sujan is very knowledgeable and supportive from the start to the end... Read more
A Bookmundi Travel Expert responded to this review:

Dear Guest,

Namaste and greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya!!!!

Thank you for sharing about your experience as a member of our tour group We are glad that you have enjoyed your holiday with our arrangements of the best put together itinerary to cater to your want to do list of activities and the places/regions you prefer to visit while in Nepal.

We are committed to provide good and reliable services at reasonable pricing to our visitors to have an enjoyable and memorable holiday with a difference, ie. Something exciting to do, something special, and something you would like to experience.

We are truly delighted that we were given the opportunity to be of service to you and we look forward to your next visit to provide you, your friends and family the best team put together for greater adventures for your next walk of the Himalaya.

We look forward to your next visit to Nepal with your friends/family to experience and re-discover what our agency

Alpine Club beckons you, to greater adventures in the Himalayas…

Warm Regards,

Alpine Club of Himalaya Team

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this tour.
  • How much money do I need to bring with me?

    Your personal budget obviously depends on your spending habits and what is included in your trip cost. If accommodation is included, but meals are not, we would suggest that you bring around 30 USD per day per person for meals. Having a hot shower or charging your device sometimes costs extra. There are also sometimes small crafts/souvenirs to buy along the trekking route which you may want to bring extra money for. Also, consider whether you would be staying in Kathmandu or Pokhara before or after your trek.

  • Is quarantine in Nepal in effect for arriving visitors?

    There are no quarantine requirements in Nepal for arriving visitors at the moment.

  • How much should my backpack weigh?

    A properly packed backpack (not including your day pack) should ideally not weigh more than 13 kg. It is also important to note that if you are taking a flight to the start of your trek, many smaller aircraft have weight restrictions. For example, if you are flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, you are only allowed 10kg of checked luggage, and 5 kg of hand baggage. Thus, in case of a small flight, you should ideally pack a 10 kg backpack for checked luggage, and then add 5 kg in your hand baggage. You can then re-shuffel the weigt once you start your trek at the trailhead.  

  • Do I need a porter?

    The decision to hire a porter is up to you and usually based on your fitness level and/or budget. One porter can be shared between two people and can carry up to 25 kg. Many trekkers hire a porter to have a more comfortable trek.

  • Do I require a porter for carrying water?

    On most popular treks you can expect plenty of places where you can refill your water bottle, meaning you don’t need to carry a huge water supply with you. Bring an extra bottle of water if you are concerned. If you already have a porter, you can ask him/her to carry water as long as it is within the weight limit. Another option is to carry water purification tablets or LifeStraw, both of which can be found in Kathmandu.

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