Tilicho Lake is one of the highest lakes in the world. It is 4,949 m high in the Annapurna range
of the Himalayas in Nepal. Another source lists Lake Tilicho as being 4,919 meters high (16,138
feet). It was for long almost totally closed save for a few climbers and expeditions, and since
1974, when Nixon changed the China policy, part of the area above Thini on the Jomosom side
became a totally off-limits military area. From the Manang side it was rarely if ever visited. It's
one of none tourist Trekking area of Nepal, which is normal to hard trekking with different
passes. It lays also Annapurna region. But it is very exciting and the challenging Trekking. One
can pass the Mesokanta La via Tilicho. So for it, it's called "Annapurna Hard way trekking". One
can see the nice scenery of Annapurna region, and the Tilicho Lake view, which is the situated
highest Elevations Lake in the world. Not only that. You can see the other popular Mountain
scenery in this area.
Highlights
The scenic drive from Kathmandu to Besishahar along the Trishuli River.
Changing scenery from farmsteads and forests to snow and ice, and back again.
Get close to the mountains.
Cross the Thorong La pass at 5,416m/ 17,764ft.
Visit the highest lake in the world, Tilicho Lake.
Visit ancient monasteries and see Buddhist ways of life.
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu (1,350m).
Pisang Peak Trekking crew will come to pick you up at the airport and welcome you with our
kindest greetings. Then, you will be escorted to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Thamel.
Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu City’s
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Syange/Jagat.
You will head on a line Katong drive to Syange, early in the morning. After about 8-10 hours,
you will reach the countryside in Syange and continue to walk for about 2 hours until you reach
Jagat (1,100m). Overnight at Jagat.
Day 4: Chamje to Bagarchhap.
This uphill trek from Chamje to Bagarchhap (2,160m) of overall 7 hours takes you through a
rocky trail alongside Marsayangdi River. You will walk through Tal, the starting village of
Manang district, en route. You will ascend the stone staircases leading you to Dharapani crossing
which you finally reach Bagarchhap. Overnight at Bagarchhap.
Day 5: Bagarchhap to Chame (6-7 Hours).
Today’s trek will take you through lush forests, and often rough and rocky trails till you reach
Chame (2,630 m), headquarter of Manang district. This place allows you to see the amazing view
of Annapurna (8,091m) without obstructions. You will spend the night in Chame.
Day 6: Chame to Pisang (6 hours).
You will trek through steep and narrow valley till you get the glimpse of Paungda Danda. Then,
the trail ascends till to Pisang (3,300m). Overnight in Pisang.
Day 7: Pisang to Manang (6-7 Hours).
Leaving Pisang, you will continue walking the upper part of this Manang district. Following a
dry and rough trail, you will reach the beautiful village of Manang (3,500m) after average
trekking of 7 hours. Overnight in Manang.
Day 8: Acclimatization.
You will rest for the day in Manang in order to acclimatize to the increasing altitude. For the day,
you can walk around the place and interact with people, learn about their culture and their way of
living.
Day 9: Manang to Siri Kharka (4-5 Hours).
Today, you will only walk for 4-5 hours until Siri Kharka (4,060m). You will head out through
the western gates of Manang towards Kangsar village. Upon further walking, you reach Sri
Kharka. Overnight in Siri Kharka.
Day 10: Sri Kharka to Tilicho Base Camp (5-6 Hours).
You might have to walk through landslide-prone areas, but this trail isn’t that difficult to
conquer. You might as well walk through narrow paths, but the surrounding is full of beauty and
sights which makes those hinders less terrifying. In about 5-6 hours, you will reach Tilicho Base
Camp (4,140m) where you will stay the night.
Day 11: Visit the Tilicho Lake then back to SriKharka (5-6 Hours).
Today, you ascend towards the beautiful Tilicho Lake (4,949m). The turquoise lake reflecting
the surrounding barren hills makes it a mesmerizing sight to witness. You will spend some time
around the pristine lake, after which you will head back to Siri Kharka on that very day.
Overnight at Siri Kharka.
Day 12: SriKharka to Yak Kharka (4-5 Hours).
Passing through the thousand years old Tare Gumba, which holds important value to the locals,
you descend to finally make a stop in Yak Kharka (4,040m). Overnight at Yak Kharka.
Day 13: Yak Kharka to Phedi or High camp (6-7 hours).
First, the trail descends and then it ascends until Phedi (4,420m). You will walk up to High
Camp (4,600m) as there are some good guest houses where you will stay for the night.
Day 14: Phedi or High Camp to Muktinath (4-6 Hours).
Today, you will reach the highest altitude of the trek in Thorong La Pass (5,416m). To reach
Muktinath (3,710m), you pass through the Thorong La Pass which is quite heavily covered with
snow which might trouble you a little. After about four hours of climbing, you will reach the top
of the pass which allows you to have an astonishing view of the entire terrain. Then, finally, you
visit Muktinath, the holy temple of Hindu devotees, and have a bath at the 108 spouts of the
temple.
Day 15: Drive from Muktinath to Pokhara (9-10 Hours).
You trek is almost over as you leave Mustang district to drive back to Pokhara.
Day 16: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Your journey concludes as you drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara following the same
scenic route as before.
Day 17: Sightseeing in Bhaktapur and Patan
Day 18: Drive to international airport 3 hours before flight departure.
You can choose for further packages, or we will take you to the Airport for your departure.
