Tilicho Lake 4919m is World highest lake, situated in the Annapurna range of the Central Nepal Himalaya. This is a splendid summer trek, as rewarding as it is challenging. The Tilicho lake trek is among the finest serious Nepal treks best experienced in the Monsoon.
The Tilicho Lake is a famous lake from natural beauty as well as religious point of view. For the lovers of nature it a magnificent view and real opportunity to see a lake at this altitude at 4919m.For religious minded people it is a Godly blessed place best suited for devotees, it is also an area of rough and wild beauty. This trek is visited by very few people though it is recommended for trekking and travel for all type of tourists. On the way we would have passed through every type of vegetation zone from lush sub-tropical to harsh semi-desert and passed over one of the highest trekking passes in the world. We will have entered a world without roads or cars and witnessed the way people have worked, played and survived for hundreds and hundreds of years. We would have essentially walked through a time warp coming out the other side with a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world we live in.
Trip Highlights:
Visit World highest lake Tilicho Lake (4919m), Picturesque villages, turbulent river gorges, Ascending the Marshyangdi valley with the best view of Himalayas including Manaslu, Himalchuli, Lamjung Himal and Annapurna 2, Visit old Buddhist monastery in Braga - Explore beautiful Manang village with close up view of Annapurna 3, Annapurna 2, Gangapurna and Tilicho peak.
Facts of the Trek
Trek Name
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Tilicho Lake Trekking
Trek Duration
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18 Days
Best Season
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February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November are the best seasons. However, July & August are okay and trekking can be done but not so clear visibility due to rain.
Drive: Car/Van/Bus to Besisahar/Pokhara and Flight: Pokhara
Price
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Trekking Map
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Trekking Itenieary
Day 01
Meet at Kathmandu Airport, transfer to hotel
Day 02
Sight-seeing of Kathmandu: Leave for full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley includes the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. Also visit Monkey Temple the Swyambhunath (2000 years old temple) and visit Patan city of fine arts. Back to hotel and stay.
Day 03
Trek 1 Drive Ktm - Besi Sahar: Drive to Besisahar about 6 hours stay at an altitiude of 820m
Day 04
Trek 2 - Bahundanda: WE walk through the deep river gorge, rice fields, subtropical forest and small hamlets, past a majestic waterfall with towering peaks of Himalchuli and Manaslu.stay at 1320m
Day 05
Trek 3 - Bahundanda to Chamje: A steep and slippery trail runs up and down through paddy fields, passing through tiny Tibetan villages, the trail ascends through the rhododendron forest to Chamje at 1440m
Day 06
Trek 4 - Chamje to Bagarchhap: The path climbs the river through bamboo groves, we cross barely and potato fields to reach Dharapani and work an hour to Bagarchhap (160m) site of our first Tibetan Monastery and with the views of Annapurna 2 and Lamjung Himal
Day 07
Trek 5 - Bagarchhap – Chame: The trail climbs along the mule track through in and fir forest and then follows the river for a time among the higher oak and maple trees. Stay at 2710m
Day 08
Trek 6 - Chame to Pisang: The trail follows through the river valley stay at pisang(3210m) with good views along the way of Pisang peak and Annapurna 2.
Day 09
Trek 7 - Pisang to Manang – Work through the fields of grazing Yak and a wide variety of crops. This large Tibetan settlement provides good views of Annapurna2, 3, 4, Gangapurna and Tarkekang. Stay at 3570m.
Day 10
Trek 8 - Acclimatization at Manang: This is a rest day to acclimatize to the higher altitude. Time to visit monasteries take advice from Himalayan Rescue Association and observe the spectacular views of the Himalaya.
Day 11
Trek 9 - Manang to Khangsar, overnight at guesthouse.
Day 12
Trek 10 - Khangsar to Tilicho Base Camp, overnight in lodge.
Day 13
Trek 11 -Early morning trek up to Tilicho Lake and back to Tilicho Base Camp overnight in lodge
Day 14
Trek 12 -Tilicho Base Camp to Manang and overnight in Lodge
Day 15
Trek 13 -Manang to Hungde airport overnight in lodge. (From here trek can continues to Throng pass- Muktinath also)
Day 16
Trek 14 - Fly from Hungde to Pokhara and free time. Over night at Hotel
Day 17
Pokhara – Kathmandu, evening culture show ands Nepali dinner, hotel
Day 18
Final departure, transfer to airport
SPECIAL NOTE:
Our top priority is the safety and security of our customer on our every trip. The safety and the well being of our clients are of paramount importance to us. All of our trips are led by qualified professional Government license holder guides, who are well trained by Nepal Government. We carry first aid kits in all our tours/treks. Our job is to ensure your comfort and safety as we take you where you want to go, because your holiday is ours. In this regard, we work honestly and effectively to provide you the Himalayan experience that suits your needs. We encourage you to question us freely and contribute in the planning stages of your adventure.
Cost Includes :
Cost Excludes:
Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car/van
4 nights hotel in Kathmandu B / B
1 nights hotel in Pokhara B/ B
Guided Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour with English speaking Tour guide
All meals during trekking 3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners)
Twin sharing Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trek
Government Licensed holder English speaking Trekking Guide and Porter during the trek
Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
Group medical supplies (First Aid medical kit will be available)
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit.
TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) Card for the Annapurna Trek.
All local Transportation from and to Kathmandu by public/tourist buses, car/van.
Meals whilst in Kathmandu & Pokhara Aprox, US$ 12- US$ 16 per day
Airfare Domestic / International
Nepal entry visa fee US$ 25 (duration 15 days from date of issue), US$ 40 (duration 30 days from the date of issue) you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu . You will require 2 passport size photos.
Airport tax domestic (Nepali Rupees 170)
All kind drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks)
Desserts, chocolates, personal shopping, laundry, phone call, internet.
Camera battery charging
Personal Trekking Equipment.
Personal travel and medical insurance
Tips for trekking staff (Tipping is expected but not mandatory)
Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees
Any kind of personal expense / Helicopter rescue
Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section
Annapurna Region
Tilicho Lake 4919m is World highest lake, situated in the Annapurna range of the Central Nepal Himalaya. This is a splendid summer trek, as rewarding as it is challenging. The Tilicho lake trek is among the finest serious Nepal treks best experienced in the Monsoon. 
