Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake

Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake is one of the popular trekking routes of Nepal talking the travelers and adventure lovers to the mesmerizing Tilicho Lake, a lake situated at the world's highest altitude.

  • Package price

    USD 2050

  • Trip Code

    MKA-1024

  • No of days

    16

  • Group Size

    min 2 people

  • Challenge level

    Moderate

  • MEALS

    Included (B,L, D)

  • TRANSPORTATION

    Private Vehicle & Flight

  • ACCOMMODATION

    Hotel & Guest House

  • MAX ALTITUTE

    5416 m

  • BEST SEASON

    Mar-May / Sep-Dec

  • START POINT

    Kathmandu, Nepal

  • END POINT

    Kathmandu, Nepal

  • SUITABLE FOR

    10 to 79 years old

  • WALK PER DAY

    4-5 hrs

  • GUIDING METHOD

    Live Guide/Instructor

Highlights of 16 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake

  • Visit worlds highest altitude lake, The Tilicho Lake. Marshyangdi River, Yak Khanshar, Thorung La, Muktinath, Jomsong
  • Experience the local life style of various ethnic group including Gurung, Thakali and many more .
  • Spectacular and majestic views of the white Himalayas, biggest and longest glaciers, landscape, waterfalls and many more .
  • Trek to world's highest lake, Lake Tilicho.
  • World’s Widest Pass Thorong La Pass at 5,416 m.
  • Explore lake at world's highest altitude, Tilicho Lake

Trip Overview

Annapurna Circuit trek with Tilicho Lake is one of the popular trekking routes of Nepal talking the travelers and adventure lovers to the mesmerizing Tilicho Lake, a lake situated at the world's highest altitude. Tilicho Lake lies at an altitude of 5200m from the sea level; this lake is formed by the glacier melting from Mt. Annapurna. Tilicho Lake and Thorong La Pass, being surrounded by majestic mountains this trekking route istruly a beautiful and amazing sight.During your Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake, you would probably not like to miss the most focused destinationThorung La Pass residing at an altitude of 5416 m. Its obvious that the Annapurna region of Nepal has been the gift of nature to Nepal and hence it is consistent in providing one of the world’s best trekking experiences.

Tilicho Lake Trekking collects the glacial melt of the entire northern slopes of Annapurna and Thorang Peak, which is claimed to be the highest lake in the world. In 2001, Hindu pilgrims from around the world flocked to the lake convinced it is a holy spot mentioned in the Ramayan - a holy book of the Hindus.

The Start of Annapurna Circuit Trek

Tilicho Lake Trekking starts right from Besisahar as Annapurna Circuit Trekking, which goes along the Marshyangdi River, with great views of Manaslu and Himal Chuli to the east. This magnificent Tilicho lake trekking leads you to the fine village inhabited by a wide diversity of people from different ethnic groups, offering spectacular and majestic views of the white Himalayas. We have customized this route, as it is basically, the same as Annapurna Circuit, from Manang instead of taking the valley north to Tanki Manang and Yak Kharka this route goes to the main valley to the west passes through the Khanshar Village (The Last Village of Nepal) and trek up to Tilicho lake, then we travel to Yak Kharka then up to pass of Thorung La at an elevation of 5416 meters. From the Thorung – La pass, the treks lead down to Muktinath then to Jomsom from where thirty-five minutes scenic flights take you to Pokhara.

How is the weather and climate at Annapurna Circuit Tilicho Lake Route?

The best seasons to travel to Nepal are Spring and Autumn. During spring/pre-monsoon (Feb, March, April, and May), the weather remains stable and dry with a moderate climate. Spring is considered a fairly perfect time for trekking in the Annapurna region offering a clear view of the mountain ranges and sceneries. However, the temperature can reach up to 18- 23 degrees Celsius in the daytime and can drop down to - 8/12 degrees Celsius at night. You

Autumn (Post monsoon) is another great season for going on an adventure in the Annapurna Circuit route. This season takes place in the months of September, October, November, and December. During Autumn, the temperatures range from 12-20 degrees in the daytime, and -5/10 degrees Celsius at night. The weather is cooler and it is a great time for trekking.

Accommodation during Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake

Accommodation on the Annapurna Circuit is simple in tea houses and trekking lodges. The rooms are usually simple, clean and with double occupancy capacity supplied with a wooden bed, blankets, mattresses, pillows, attached bathrooms (not everywhere). Your shelter at cosy rooms will offer you the best and comfortable sleep. We also have a provision of single rooms( except Himalaya and ABC) and it will be provided for solo female travelers.

We will ensure and accommodate you to the best available tea houses with great views of the mountain and sceneries during the trek.

NOTE: We will accommodate you at 3* Standard hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

This is my first trek; can I make it to Annapurna Circuit Trek?

Yes, you can make it to Annapurna Circuit even this is your first trek. This trek can be done by anyone willing to experience adventure from 10 years young to 75 years old. However, you need to be fit by physically and mentally. Our highly experienced and knowledgeable trekking guide will guide you during your trek, hence you will surely accomplish the trek with fun and adventure.

Annapurna Circuit Route Map

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Annapurna Circuit Trek Route Map - Tilicho Lake Trekking

Essential Packing and trekking Equipments to carry during Annapurna Circuit Trek

  1. Don't bring Cotton Clothing while trekking to mountains: Its bad idea to carry the Coton clothes along with you while you are in trek to the higher moutains. Cotton clothes are quite heavy and when you are sweating, it makes you cold. This may make you sick at higher altitude/elevations.
  2. Carry Merino wool clothing if possible: When you are trekking to the higher Himalayas like Annapurna circuit region, we highly recommend you to carry the Merino Wool clothing as this absorbs odors incredibly, ventilates the body and dries up very easily. This clothing is very useful when you are travelling for a week or longer without washing it. Although this clothing is abit expensive, it's the best clothing to be used for trekking or hiking.
  3. Carry headlamps and PowerBanks: Its wise to carry the headlams and power banks during your trek to the remote himalayas of Nepal. The remote area may occur electricity problem. So we highely recommend you to carry Powerful PowerBank to keep your electronic, cameras and mobile phones up and running.
  4. Toiletaries and Papers: The teahouse in the trekking trails may not have proper toiletries and hence we recommend you to carry these while trekking to Annapurna Circuit region.

DETAILED Itinerary

  • Day 01
    Arrival in Kathmandu

    There you will be met by our Airport Representative and transferred to hotel by private tourist vehicle. Overnight at hotel.

  • Day 02
    Drive to Besisahar 6 hours.

    Trekking staff will arrive at your Hotel at 7.00 am in the morning to pick you up. We have 7 hours of driving to Besishar. It is about 185km from Kathmandu. On arrival at Besisahar you will witness stunning snow caped mountain scenery. Overnight at Guesthouse.

  • Day 03
    Drive to Chame (2399 m)). 5 hours

    The trail drops steeply to Syange at 1070meters from Bahundanda. Leaving Bahundanda a large waterfall may be seen. Crossing the Marsyangdi River on a suspension bridge. We then follow the river to the stone village of Jagat before climbing through forest to chame at 1400meters. Overnight at Guesthouse.

  • Day 04
    Trek to Pisang (3300 meters) 5 hours.

    The day starts through deep forest in a steep and narrow valley, crosses a river on a long bridge at 2910 meters. We then cross another bridge at 3040 meters, from there the view of the soaring Paungda Danda rock face really begins to appear. From there the trail joins to climb to Pisang, which sprawls between 3200m & 3300 meters. Overnight at Guesthouse.

  • Day 05
    Trek to Manang (3540 meters). 5 hours.

     

    Manang Village

    Today we continue through the drier upper part of the Manang district, cut off from the full effect of the monsoon by the Annapurna Range. People of this region herd the yaks & raise crops for part of the year. They also continue to enjoy special trading rights gained way back in 1784. Leaving Pisang, we have alternate trails north and south of the Marsyangdi River which meets up again at Mungji. The southern route by Hongde, with its airstrip, at 3325 meters which involves less climbing than the northern route via Ghyaru, though there are better views on the trail that follows the northern bank of the river. From Mungji, the trail continues past the picturesque but partially hidden village of Bryanga at 3475 meters to nearby Manang at 3540 meters. Overnight at Guesthouse.

  • Day 06
    Acclimatization day at Manang village.

    Today we spend a day acclimatizing in Manang. The whole day we spend doing some fine day walks and over viewing the magnificent views around the village & the daytime is best to gain altitude. At the end of the day, we return back to our accommodation & have a night rest. Overnight at Guesthouse.

  • Day 07
    Trek to Khangsar Village (3700 meters). 4 hours.

    After acclimatized at Manang we continue our adventure for Tilicho Lake, from Manang one heads out through the western gates and then one follows the path down to the river. After crossing the the Khangsar Khola on the bridge below Khangsar and ascend the slope to the village, a village still in the old Tibetan style and which is also known as last village of Nepal. Overnight at Guesthouse.

  • Day 08
    Trekking to Tilicho Base Camp (4200meters) 5 hours.

    Continue from Khangsar on a large path. Pass a Gompa (monastery). The route ahead goes on a recently constructed path up towards a high ridge. At one point is an intersection. One path maintains the altitude, traversing the slopes towards a place where the valley is narrow; the other continues to ascend towards the line of the ridge. The former is the old path, and is much more difficult as it goes on really steep screed; the latter is the new path that goes a completely different way. Continue along the new path, reach a high crest, and descend on switch backs carved out through the screed slopes to a side valley of the main valley. At its bottom is a brook. On the other side of it is a building known as Tilicho Base Camp at elevation of 4200 meters. Overnight at basic Guesthouse

  • Day 09
    Trek to Tilicho Lake (5200 meters) and back down to Tilicho Base Camp (4200 meters) 6 hours.

    Today our journey start early in the morning around 6 AM as we trying to avoid the wind. From Base camp to the Tilicho lake takes another 3-4 hours. Tilicho Lake

    Tilicho Lake is a cold barren place in the afternoon and claimed as highest lake of the world. After we spend some time around Tilicho Lake we will return same way back to Base Camp as there are no any accommodation facilities at Tilicho Lake area. Overnight at basic Guesthouse.

  • Day 10
    Trek to Yak Kharka (4000 meters) 5 hours.

    Returning from Base camp you can keep high and follow a track 400meters or so above Khangsar village passing through the ruins of old Khangsar and follow an unmarked trail which will lead you around and down to cross the river on an old log bridge between Gumsang and Yak Kharka. Overnight at Guesthouse.

  • Day 11
    Trek to Thorong Phedi (4450 meters) 5 hours.

    Today, after ascending for two and half hour the trail descends to cross the river at 4310meters we then climb up to Thorong Phedi at 4450meters where we have recently found some good Guesthouses built.

    Thorong PhediOvernight at Guesthouse

  • Day 12
    Trek to Muktinath (3800 meters) via Thorung La pass (5416 meters) 8 hours.

    Today is a long trek starting before sunrise at 4 am to reach the pass by 9-10 am otherwise weather conditions will greatly affect the journey. We cross over at an altitude of 5416 meters we can be exposed to strong winds if crossing too late. We start to climb steeply that is regularly used and easy to follow. However, the problem may arise due to the altitude and snow. It often causes terrible problems to cross the pass if it is covered by snow but it is all depending on the weather condition. About four hours climb up to the pass marked by the chortens & prayer flags. As you reach the top, you are rewarded by the magnificent view from the top with another 4 hours trek will take to the holy town of Muktinath.

    Muktinath Temple Muktinath means place of Nirvana and is home to the Muktinath temple as well as several monasteries. It is said that all sorrows you feel are relieved when visiting the Temple, which is a scared pilgrimage site to both Hindus and Buddhists. The main pilgrimage normally takes place in September. The Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and has 108 waterspouts around it from which Holy water pours. Another attraction nearby is the Jwala Mai Temple this contains a spring and an eternal flame fed by natural underground gas. Overnight at Guesthouse.

  • Day 13
    Trek to Jomsom (2720 meters) 5 hours.

    Today we follow the trail down to the Ekle Bhatti, and then follow the Kali Gandaki River to Jomsom. Jomsom is large town with many facilities, it is also headquarter and official town for whole Mustang district where all the government office are available for local people in Mustang. Overnight at Guesthouse.

  • Day 14
    Morning flight to Pokhara from Jomsom

    Today 35 minutes morning flight takes us to Pokhara from Jomsom.

    Flight from Jomsom to PokharaOnce we arrived at Pokhara airport, we then drive to hotel. In the afternoon we will have a sightseeing tour around Pokhara valley, which covers Fewa Lake, Devi’s water fall, Museum. Overnight back at hotel.

     

  • Day 15
    Drive/fly back to Kathmandu (1345 meters).

    Back to Kathmandu by tourist bus. Overnight at hotel.

  • Day 16
    Transfer to international airport for your final departure.

    The trip ends, our Airport Representative will drop you to the Kathmandu international airport for your final flight departure from Nepal.the Pokhara.

Cost Includes

  • All ground transfers by private vehicle as per our itinerary.
  • Three-star Thamel Eco resort Hotel in KTM (Twin Sharing, including breakfast & all Govt. Tax and VAT.)
  • Welcome Dinner with Live Nepalese Cultural Program hosted by Makalu Adventures.
  • Guided sightseeing around world heritage sites of KTM including all applicable entrance fees.)
  • All domestic airfares (Jomsom – Pokhara – Kathmandu.).
  • Lodge-to-Lodge trekking arrangement. (Accommodation and foods as best available on local lodges.)
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit Fees including TIMS Card
  • Guide, porters and their daily wages, insurance with all necessary arrangements.
  • Accommodation at Tibet Resort in Pokhara (including breakfast, and all Taxes)

Cost Excludes

  • Airport taxes and international airfare
  • Expenses of personal nature such as bottled drinks, mineral water, laundry and etc.
  • Rescue and evacuation - if needed.
  • Personal medical and travel insurance.
  • Tips and Gratitude for driver, guides and porters.
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Emergency evacuation in case of Emergency while trekking

In case of any emergency while on a trek to Annapurna Circuit Tilicho Lake. we will help you to evacuate during the emergency conditions. We will collect your travel insurance policies and details before we start the trek so that in case of an emergency we can coordinate with your insurance company and the helicopter providers for evacuation.

ALTITUDE ACCLIMATIZATION

To get the most from your trek, and to stay safe, it is important to follow acclimatization guidelines. At Makalu Adventure, whenever possible, we follow the acclimatization formula set out by Drs Jim Duff and Peter Gormly; experts in Wilderness Medicine. "Above 2000m, altitude illness is a possibility and above 2500m it becomes common".
"As a rough guide, above 2500m the maximum daily height gain between sleeping altitudes should not exceed 400m, with a rest day every third day or after every 1000m of sleeping ascent".
"Avoid overexertion and breathlessness while acclimatizing, stay well hydrated, avoid alcohol, excess caffeine, salt and protein, your diet should be 70% carbohydrate above 3500m".

Why Choose Makalu Adventure

Makalu Adventure has been trading for over 25 years; is one of the leading trek and expedition agents in Nepal and is used as in-country agent by several international adventure companies. At the helm is Mohan Lamsal (MD) assisted by head trekking guide Tenging Sherpa and head climbing guide Sanu Sherpa. Teni started trekking as a porter aged 14 and has hiked every trail in Nepal, many times! Sanu Sherpa has the distinction of having climbed all 14, 8,000m peaks, twice! Mohan Lamsal is not only MD of Makalu Adventure, he is also the General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. You are in safe hands with Makalau Adventure.

Frequently asked Questions

The Annapurna circuit trek with Tilicho Lake, organized by Makalu Adventure is pretty safe and you don't need to worry much as we will take care of everything you need during the trek. As Annapurna Circuit trek is a circular route through the Annapurna Massif, you will pass through the valleys and trekking trails in the Annapurna range, feel relaxed, safe, and comfort during the trek. 
The Annapurna Circuit lies in the Western region of Nepal i.e. Annapurna region, This trek will take you to the Lake situated at the world's highest altitude "Tilicho Lake" and at the Thorong La Pass (5416 m).
The Annapurna Circuit trek with Tilicho Lake usually takes about 15–20 days, starting from Kathmandu with a free day at Pokhara before returning to the Kathmandu. The trail to Annapurna Circuit is moderate to fairly challenging and continues with numerous river crossings over steel and wooden suspension bridges.
160 km-230 km, depending on where motor transportation is used and where the trek ends.
The best season for Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek is from October to November and mid-March to mid-April. Spring and Pre-monsoon (Feb, March, April, and May) are considered a fairly perfect time for trekking in the Annapurna region offering a clear view of the mountain ranges and sceneries. Autumn (Post monsoon) is another great season for going on an adventure in the Annapurna Circuit route.
You will reach Thorung La Pass at an altitude of 5,416m/17,769ft as the highest altitude during Annapurna Circuit Tilicho Lake Trek

Client Reviews

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100% recommend this Package.
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  • Carolina C
    Germany

    Had an amazing trek to Tilicho Lake ThorungLa

    I've had trek to ThorungLa Pass Tilicho Lake with Makalu Adventure in Oct 2017; my trip guide Mr. Shiva is very helpful and so professional, the overall journey was awesome. I Mr. Shiva cared me a lot, he made sure of everything that I had proper food, bed, permits, and buses.

    Germany
  • Sean James
    United Kingdom

    Excellent service and a welcome by Makalu Adventure

    I've known and worked with Mohan and Makalu Adventure for nearly 15 years. In that time I've led many treks and high altitude expeditions to Nepal (15 expeditions over 8000m and counting). His company provides an excellent service and a welcome that I look forward to every season. The Thamel Eco Resort is a center of tranquility in Kathmandu and the perfect place to start and finish the Himalayan Adventure. The staffs are now like family and I hope to return for many years with the guarantee of safety and security that he offers in the mountains.
  • Roy Francis
    France

    I have been working as my country-agent for Makalu Adventure since last 20 years and recommend them most highly.

    “I have used Makalu Adventure as my in-county agent for the last twenty years and recommend them most highly. The staff are knowledgeable, well trained and go that extra mile to make sure all is well. These are just some of the trips I have done with Makalu Adventure: Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek - Phapulu to Everest Base Camp - Annapurna Base Camp - Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek Annapurna - Circuit of Dhaulagiri - Circuit of Manaslu - Rolwaling to Everest - Humla to Mt. Kailash - Everest ABC Tibet - Makalu Base Camp - Makalu Sherpani Col Pass Trek - Kangchenjunga Base Camp - Langtang Valley - Parchamo Peak - Dolpo - Mera Peak.
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