Trip Overview

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One of the highest glacial lakes in Nepal

Highlights

  • Visit Tilicho Lake at 4919m altitude
  • Cross Thorang La pass (5416m) and observe Kali Gandaki gorge
  • Spectacular views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu ranges
  • Visit Muktinath and Jomsom

The trail follows the popular route of Annapurna Circuit. The trekking begins at Besisahar and follows the Manang Valley descending down to Kali Gandaki Valley. This route entails crossing Thorang La pass (5416m), one of the highest and challenging Himalayan passes.

The trail runs along the popular Annapurna Circuit route. The trek starts in Besisahar and descends through the Manang Valley to the Kali Gandaki Valley. This route passes through Thorang La Pass (5416m), one of the highest and most difficult Himalayan passes.

Tilicho Lake Trek is an adventurous trek into the Annapurna region to reach Tilicho Lake (4919m), one of Nepal's highest Himalayan wetlands. Tilicho is a glacial lake with its source at Thorang La peak (6144m) and is considered an important pilgrimage site by both Buddhists and Hindus. Tilicho Lake Trek offers spectacular mountain views, lakes, rivers, deep valleys, and diverse biodiversity ranging from subtropical to alpine.

The trail follows the popular route of Annapurna Circuit. The trekking begins at Besisahar and follows the Manang Valley descending down to Kali Gandaki Valley. This route entails crossing Thorang La pass (5416m), one of the highest and most difficult Himalayan passes, before dropping down to Jomsom. The pass provides intimate and breathtaking views of the Annapurna ranges, including Manaslu (8163 metres) and Hiunchuli (6441 metres).

An alternative route is to approach Tilicho Lake from the north and descend to Jomsom via Mesokanta La Pass (5120m). The Kali Gandaki gorge is a must-see on this trek. You will also visit Jomsom and the Muktinath or Chumig Gyatsa temples, as well as sample the famous local cuisine prepared by the entrepreneurial Thakali community.

Adventure Third Pole Treks provides trekking expertise and professional guides that are unlike any other. Tilicho Lake Trek is best experienced during the spring or autumn seasons.

Things To Do

Itinerary & Map

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  • 1
    Arrival in Nepal

    Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel and welcome dinner in the evening.

  • 2
    Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley

    Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley and preparation for the trek.

  • 3
    Kathmandu - Besisahar

    Transfer from Kathmandu to Besisahar (760m) by bus - 7h00.

  • 4
    Besisahar - Bahudanda

    Besisahar - Bahudanda (1310m) - 6h30.

  • 5
    Bahudanda - Chamje

    Bahudanda - Chamje (1430m) - 6h30.

  • 6
    Chamje - Dharapani

    Chamje - Dharapani (1860m) - 6h00.

  • 7
    Dharapani - Chame

    Dharapani - Chame (2710m) - 6h30.

  • 8
    Chame - Pisang

    Chame - Pisang (3290m) - 5h00.

  • 9
    Pisang - Manang

    Pisang - Manang (3350m) - 5h30.

  • 10
    Acclimatization day

    Acclimatization day in Manang

  • 11
    Manang - Khangsar

    Manang - Khangsar (3730m) - 5h00.

  • 12
    Khangsar - Tilicho Base Camp

    Khangsar - Tilicho Base Camp (4120m) - 5h00.

  • 13
    Tilicho Base Camp - Tilicho Lake

    Tilicho Base Camp - Tilicho Lake (4950m) - 4h00.

  • 14
    Tilicho Lake - Kaisang

    Tilicho Lake - Kaisang (3510m) via Mesokanto-la Pass (5120m) - 7h00.

  • 15
    Kaisang - Jomsom

    Kaisang - Jomsom (2720m) - 3h00.

  • 16
    Jomsom - Pokhara

    Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara (820m) - 30 minutes.

  • 17
    Pokhara - Kathmandu

    Transfer from Pokhara to Kathmandu by bus - 7h00 or by plane - 30 minutes.

  • 18
    Free day in Kathmandu

    Free day in Kathmandu and farewell dinner in the evening.

  • 19
    Final departure

    Transfer to airport for final departure..

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    Quick facts
    • Accommodation:
      Lodge / Camping
    • Grade:
      Difficult
    • Maximum elevation:
      5121 meters
    • Total days in Nepal:
      19
    • Treking days:
      15
    3
    Strenuous : Strenuous
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