Annapurna with Tilicho Lake Trek

Welcome to Nepal, a landlocked country that still contains the mountains of plain Terai. It is famous for its handicrafts and local culture and traditions worldwide. Nepal is a country where every city and every village is charming and fantastic, and of course, it’s a country that welcomes nature for tourists. We will wait for you at the Tribhuvan International Airport before you arrive and wonderfully welcome you. Then, we will take a short drive to Thamel and help you settle in at your hotel. Rest for a day, and we will meet you in the evening and have a Nepali authentic dinner together.

In the early morning, after breakfast, we will start our scenic drive to Chame via the side road from your hotel. Our whole drive will be through the highway with lush green and dense forests. Throughout the drive, we will witness the local life of people who live on the sideways of the roads. If the weather is clear, we will witness incredible views of mountain ranges like Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, which add beauty to the drive. Chame is 238 km away from Kathmandu. Chame is a village that lies in the heart of the Himalayas. It is a small village located in Manang. The town is charming, with waterfalls, dense forests, and breathtaking mountain views. The Marshyangdi River flows along the way of the village, which is the best thing about the town. As you stay, you will hear the soothing melody of the birds, animals, and rivers like honey to the ear.

After having a delicious breakfast in the lodge, we will start our trek from Chame to Pisang. Pisanf is a 5.6-hour trek from Chame. Pisang is a small settlement with breathtaking mountain views surrounding it. We will trek through the dense pine forests, deep valley, waterfalls, and suspension bridge along the Marshyandgi River. It is a village influenced by the Tibetan culture and lifestyle so that we will learn more about their traditions and culture.
We will visit Mani Walls and Buddhist monasteries along the way. We will explore their lifestyle and immerse ourselves in the beauty of the Pisang village.

After breakfast, we will start our trek to Manang. The trek will be of 5/6 hours, taking rest and enjoying the trial. Manang is the dream destination of every Nepalese youth, as they want to explore and visit this place by bike. It is a village that is rich in ancient culture and traditions. The town offers spectacular views of the surrounding peaks, and the cold air coming directly from the mountain ranges makes it a more exciting and excellent place to visit. We will witness Tibetan culture and traditions, which means we will visit Buddhist monasteries, stone houses, and ancient architecture, which are famous in this place. As we trek higher, we will see less dense forests and more arid and barren high-altitude deserts. We will also take a short hike to Gangapurna Lake, formed from the glaciers of the Gangapurna Peaks and offers fantastic views of Gangapurna Peak. We will enjoy the cold atmosphere and acclimate to the tea house while enjoying authentic Nepali dinner dal and bhat.

After enjoying the authentic Nepali breakfast, we will head towards the Kangsar. The trek will be short as it's close to Manang. As we trek higher, the route becomes more complex and less crowded, which is a scenic and peaceful trek. We will witness the Annapurna ranges throughout the trek. As we reach the Khangsar, we will see clear views of Annapurna, Gangapurna, and Massive Tilicho Peak. The village is old Tibetan style, made with stones and a prayer flag fluttering with the flow of winds. The town is scenic, charming, and historic as well. We will encounter many domestic and wildlife animals like snow leopards, yaks, blue sheep, and many more. We will stay in the warm and cozy tea house with breathtaking views of the surroundings. It's the perfect place for lovers of a peaceful environment and serves as the gateway to Tilicho. It's the ideal trekking route to the unexplored areas of Nepal, like Annapurna Circuit.

After breakfast and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of Khangsar, we will start our trek to Tilicho base camp, which is at an altitude of 4140 meters (13,583 feet) above sea level.
The trek from Khangsar to Tilicho is arduous as we trek in the rugged, challenging terrain with steep ascents and descents. We will hike through the rocky ridges and cliffs with landslide areas. Although it is difficult, it's worth trekking and reaching base camp. As we reach the Tilicho base camp, we will be awarded magnificent views of Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, and Tilicho Peak. We will encounter many wildlife animals, which is the beauty of the trek. We will be awarded the cold and windy air as this area is always windy. The best thing about this place is that it's above the clouds, so rainfall rarely occurs in this area. The base camp is the perfect place to relax from the trekking and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and surroundings. You will feel like you came to heaven due to its nature and atmosphere.

We will take a short hike to Tilicho Lake early after breakfast for 2/3 hours. We will explore Tilicho Lake. Tilicho Lake is the highest lake in the world and is situated at an altitude of 4919 m, which is approx—16138.45 ft. Tilicho Lake is formed from the melted glaciers of the surrounding peaks. It's rich in minerals as if it were a glacier melt. Its color changes with the season, but if you go in the peak season, like September to November, it will be turquoise-blue, which adds beauty to the lake. This lake lies in the Manag district, so it's in the Annapurna conservation area, famous for its wildlife, animals, and plants. The lake is 4.5 sq km, and its depth is around 3.5 meters. It is a sacred place for Buddhists and Hindus; they often visit it to seek blessings and perform rituals. The lake is famous for myths and legends, which adds curiosity for people to explore.
We will explore the lake the whole day, immerse ourselves in the surroundings, and enjoy every moment. It's also the perfect place for photography, offering diverse landscapes, incredible peaks, the lake, and blue glaciers. We will have a packed lunch on the lakeshore while enjoying the beautiful views and the atmosphere. In the evening, we will trek back to Tilicho base camp and acclimatize ourselves.

After breakfast at base camp, we will start our trek to Yak Kharka early in the morning. We do morning trekking to enjoy the cooler temperature and avoid sudden changes in the weather in the daytime. The trek will be a 5/7 decent hike. We will not gain altitude but will trek down to Yak Kharka. A small village settlement is famous for its yak grazing, as you will see yak everywhere. Yak is a renowned mountain animal that is mainly used in transportation. We will encounter rocky terrains and wild animals, like snow leopards and blue sheep.  Yak KharkaKharka is a famous trekking route for the Annapurna circuit as well, so you will see many trekkers going for the trek to the Annapurna circuit or going for the highest and renowned most pass, Thorong la PassPass at an altitude of 5416m.

In the early morning, after breakfast, we will trek to Thorong la Phedi. It is a short trek from Yak Kharka as the distance is not more. The trails offer magnificent views of Annapurna and its surrounding peaks. The trails can be rocky and steep, but the trek is balanced overall. As we ascend, we will see local and wildlife animals like yaks, mules, and various bird species. Thorong Phedi is the last destination before crossing Thorong la Pass. It is famous for its lush vegetation in the lower area and alpine plants at the higher elevation. Thorang Phedi has some basic lodges with incredible views of the surroundings, often used by trekkers to rest overnight and enjoy the trek.

Early in the morning, after having the authentic Nepaliauthentic Nepali breakfast and enjoying the sunrise, we will start our trek to Muktinath via Thorong la Phedi, which is at 5416m. Thorong la Pass is the world's most famous and only highest pass, accessed from the Annapurna Circuit Trek and Tilicho Lake Trek. Thorong la Pass is challenging due to the altitude, steep ascent, and unpredictable weather conditions. Thorong la Pass is the destination for trekkers on the Annapurna circuit trek. You can witness the magnificent views of Annapurna I (8,091 meters / 26,545 feet), Annapurna II (7,937 meters / 26,040 feet), Annapurna III (7,555 meters / 24,836 feet), Annapurna IV (7,525 meters / 24,688 feet), Dhaulagiri (8,167 meters / 26,795 feet):, Machapuchare (6,993 meters / 22,943 feet):, Lamjung Himal (6,983 meters / 22,577 feet):.
After enjoying and conquering the highest pass, we will trek to Muktinath temple, steeped from the Thorong La pass. Muktinath temple is Nepal's Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage site, at an altitude of 3,710m. It is a sacred place for Buddhists and Hindus. People often believe that if they visit and bathe in the taps and ponds of the temple, they get Salvation, which means they are free from the cycle of birth and death. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. You can explore the local culture and traditions of this place as well. 

We will enjoy the morning views of the Mustang desert and the sunrise on the mountains, which adds beauty to the trek. The sunrise feels like someone just painted the ranges with gold, and it's so eye-catching and lovely. After enjoying the morning scenery, we will trek to Jomsom, the capital of Mustang. Jomsom is barren land above the clouds. Jomsom Is famous for being the gateway to the Annapurna circuit if you start your trek from Muktinath. Jomsom is easily accessible as there are daily domestic flights from Pokhara to Jomsom. The place is home to different authentic groups like Gurung magar and Thakali people who are welcoming in nature. They are famous for their warm hospitality all over Nepal. Mustang is the hub for Thakali Khana, an authentic Nepali set with the best quality foods and tastes. It's also famous for the apple. Mustang supplies the apple all over Nepal and in foreign countries. You can explore this place's ancient villages, monasteries, incredible landscapes, and diversity.

In the early morning, we will drive from Jomsom to Pokhara. The distance is 160km approx. On the way, we will enjoy the beautiful landscapes of this place and drive back to Pokhara. We will visit the monastery's caves and the famous Waterfall Rupse waterfall on the way. We will follow the Kali Gandaki River to Pokhara. We will take breaks and drive so that you can enjoy the Nepali culture and Pokhara cuisine. After we reach Pokhara, you can stay at your hotel and rest. In the evening, you can walk on the lakeside and enjoy the beautiful evening on the lakeside shore.

In the morning, we will go for the sunrise in Sarangkot, which is famous for the sunrise of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. After that, we will visit many places that are famous attractions of the Pokhara, like Devi's Fall, Mahendra Cave, Chamero Cave, which means bat cave, World Peace Pagoda, which is located on the hilltop and gives the best views of Pokhara from the top. We will visit Bindabasini temple. We can visit Tal Barahi temple, situated in the model of Phewa Lake. And many more. In the evening, you will take a flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu, which will take 25 minutes. After watching Kathmandu, you can relax and enjoy a Nepali dinner.

If your flight is in the morning, we will drop you at the airport 4 hours before the flight. As for the check-in, all procedures take time. If your flight is in the evening, we can go sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley, a nearby place. We can also arrange other tours and travel activities like a day-out tour, trekking, rafting, and many more. You can visit our office for more details. We hope you enjoyed your trek and expect you to come back again and enjoy another trip with us.