Tour overview
Annapurna Circuit trek via Tilicho Lake is one of the renowned and classic trekking routes of Nepal offering the trekkers and adventure lovers the mesmerizing Tilicho Lake, which is reputed to be the highest altitude lake in the world. The journey will be easier before the trail connects Kaligandaki to the Marsyangdi River valley. The major highlight of this trek is the incredibly adventurous Thorung La pass which is located at a height of 5416 m.
During the trek, you will witness zones that range from subtropical to alpine terrains and a variety of mesmerizing sceneries. Thorung La Pass and Tilicho Lake, being surrounded by beautiful mountains make this journey truly pleasant and amazing. The trek is incredibly wonderful, with various orchid forests encompassing the path, and rhododendrons covering whole hills in their regular red hue in the spring. The unforgettable moments of witnessing the remarkable panorama of Annapurna (8,097 m), Machhapuchhre, Manaslu, Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), and Tukuche along with numerous other dazzling peaks in the background make this trek memorable. Moreover, Tilicho Lake, the main feature of this trek, is located in an eye-catching area in the Annapurna region at an elevation of 4919 m. While trekking to the lovely Manang valley, Thorung Peak and Annapurna can also be seen. Crossing the Thorong La is maybe the hardest part of this journey but the feeling of achievement and the wonderful views on the trail makes it truly worth it. This 15 days trek allows you to witness the perfectly clear Tilicho Lake, a lush spread of wildflowers, and mind-blogging views of incredible Himalayan peaks. The interesting combination of nature and culture makes the Annapurna Circuit Trek via Tilicho Lake one of the most popular trekking routes in the world.
| Itinerary | |
|---|---|
| Day 01: | Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport, transfer to Hotel – Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. |
| Day 02: | Drive to Besisahar – Altitude: 760 m/ 2510 ft. | Drive: 8-9 hrs. – bus/ 6 hrs. – Jeep. |
| Day 03: | Jeep drive to Chame (Stopover for acclimatization) – Altitude: 2670 m/8810 ft. | Drive: 7/8 hrs. |
| Day 04: | Trek Chame to Pisang – Altitude: 3200 m/10524 ft. | Trek: 5- 6 hours. |
| Day 05: | Trek Pisang to Manang, Overnight at the local lodge – Altitude: 3400 m/11152 ft. | Trek: 5 to 6 hrs. |
| Day 06: | Rest day at Manang for acclimatization – Altitude: 3400 m/11152 ft. |
| Day 07: | Short Trek to Khansar Village – Altitude: 3734 m/12322 ft. Treks: 2 to 3 hrs. |
| Day 08: | Excursion to Tilicho Lake, back to Tilicho Base Camp/Khangsar village – Altitude: 5200m/17056ft | Trek: 6 to 7 hrs. |
| Day 09: | Trek Khansar Village to Yak Kharka – Altitude: 4010m/13153ft, | Trek: 4-5 hrs. |
| Day 10: | Trek Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi – Altitude: 4,600m/15,092ft. | Trek: 5-6 hrs. |
| Day 11: | Trek to Muktinath via ThorungLa pass – Altitude: Thorung-la Pass: 5416 m/ 17873 ft. | Muktinath: 3800 m/12540 ft. | Trek: 7-8 hrs. |
| Day 12: | Trek Muktinath to Jomsom – Altitude: 2720 m/ 8976 ft. | Trek: 5-6 hrs. |
| Day 13: | Fly to Pokhara, transfer to Hotel – Altitude: 820 m/2705 ft. | Flight: 20 minutes. |
| Day 14: | Drive to Kathmandu – Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. |
| Day 15: | Depart Kathmandu – Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. |
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport, transfer to Hotel - Altitude: 1350/4428 ft.
Arrive at Kathmandu
Day 02: Drive to Besisahar - Altitude: 760 m/ 2510 ft. | Drive: 8-9 hrs. – bus/ 6 hrs. - Jeep.
Meal: BLD
Day 03: Jeep drive to Chame (Stopover for acclimatization) - Altitude: 2670 m/8810 ft. | Drive: 7/8 hrs.
Meal: BLD
Day 04: Trek Chame to Pisang - Altitude: 3200 m/10524 ft. | Trek: 5- 6 hours.
Meal: BLD
Day 05: Trek Pisang to Manang, Overnight at the local lodge - Altitude: 3400 m/11152 ft. | Trek: 5 to 6 hrs.
Meal: BLD
Day 06: Rest day at Manang for acclimatization - Altitude: 3400 m/11152 ft.
Meal: BLD
Day 07: Short Trek to Khansar Village - Altitude: 3734 m/12322 ft. Treks: 2 to 3 hrs.
Meal: BLD
Day 08: Excursion to Tilicho Lake, back to Tilicho Base Camp/Khangsar village - Altitude: 5200m/17056ft | Trek: 6 to 7 hrs.
Meal: BLD
Day 09: Trek Khansar Village to Yak Kharka - Altitude: 4010m/13153ft, | Trek: 4-5 hrs.
Meal: BLD
Day 10: Trek Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi - Altitude: 4,600m/15,092ft. | Trek: 5-6 hrs.
Meal: BLD
Day 11: Trek to Muktinath via ThorungLa pass - Altitude: Thorung-la Pass: 5416 m/ 17873 ft. | Muktinath: 3800 m/12540 ft. | Trek: 7-8 hrs.
Meal: BLD
Day 12: Trek Muktinath to Jomsom - Altitude: 2720 m/ 8976 ft. | Trek: 5-6 hrs.
Meal: BLD
Day 13: Fly to Pokhara, transfer to Hotel - Altitude: 820 m/2705 ft. | Flight: 20 minutes.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 14: Drive to Kathmandu - Altitude: 1350/4428 ft.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 15: Depart Kathmandu - Altitude: 1350/4428 ft.
Meal: Breakfast
Included
- Ground Transportation: Airport pick up and drop off service in private vehicle
- Ground Transportation: Kathmandu/Besisahar drive in the private vehicle
- Domestic Airfare: Jomsom to Pokhara and airport tax
- Accommodation during Trek: 11 Nights'basic guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms. [Few nights in an attached bathroom in available places ]
- Accommodation in Kathmandu: 2 Nights' accommodation in Kathmandu in twin sharing accommodation with Bed and Breakfast plan
- Accommodation in Pokhara: 1 Night accommodation in Pokhara in twin sharing accommodation with Bed and Breakfast plan
- Meals: 3 Meals per day during the trek (BLD: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. Each meal consist of one course of the meal)
- Guide: Nepal Government licensed English-speaking trekking guide.
- Porter: The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Permit: Annapurna Conservation Area Project [ACAP] Permit and Trekkers' Information Management Systems [TIMS] Card
- Souvenir: Duffle Bag, Trekking T-shirt, Trekking Maps
- Equipment: Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket during Trek (upon request)
- Food, accommodation, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff.
- Exclusive medical kit bag carried by trekking guide
- All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges.
- Official expenses
Not Included
- Nepal arrival visa
- Your personal expenses for mineral water, soft beverages, confectionaries, laundries, phone calls, hot drinking water, bbar bills showers etc.
- Internet facility, battery chargers, multi plugs etc.
- Extra baggage excess while flying to Lukla.
- Medical expenses and trip cancellation.
- Any other extended trips and accommodation.
- Tips of ga guides, porters and driver as a token of appreciation.
- Any other expenses or charges that are not mentioned in “cost includes” list.
Departure
Departure dates and price
Given below are the departure dates available for online booking. If the given date is not favorable, please contact us, and we will happily customize your trip on dates more appropriate for you.
Group Joining Dates
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