There are few places on Earth where you get to enjoy the ultimate bliss in the lap of the Himalayas surrounded by multi – ethnic people. You can get away from the mental drabness of monotonous daily life, enjoying the splendors of Mother Nature. Yes, one of the oldest trekking trails of Nepal, the Annapurna Round Trek has been the ever – present pillar of the Nepalese tourism industry. The travel planners of the Hikers Himalaya have included the trip to the world’s highest situated lake in this epic trekking itinerary. Therefore, you can relish rewarding Himalayan experiences by booking the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake.
Please check our Annapurna Circuit Trek package if you wish to do the trek without adding the excursion to Tilicho Lake. There are different choices for travelers with Hikers Himalaya. Therefore, you don’t have to limit the choice of your vacation. In addition, you can also customize the trekking or tour trips according to your preferences. You can customize our Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake too, with proper consultation with our travel planners.
What makes the Annapurna Circuit Trek via Tilicho Lake enticing? The major reason is the diversity in both natural and cultural aspects that makes the trail enticing. However, the addition of the trekking trip to the world’s highest situated lake is one of the biggest pull factors of this trekking trip. Who wouldn’t want to leave their footprints on the shores of a 4919 m glacial lake surrounded by towering snowy mountains?
It takes about 1 night and 2 days to reach Tilicho Lake from Yak Kharka, which is in the Annapurna Circuit Trek route. Trekkers have to trek through places like Siri Kharka and Khangsar Village to reach Tilicho Base Camp. The trail is through landslide-prone areas and narrow valleys. This section of the trek is serene and tranquil as there are fewer trekkers in comparison to the main Annapurna Round Trek route. Travelers retrace the same trail back to meet the Annapurna Circuit Trek either in Yak Kharka or Ledar.
Another iconic place on the Annapurna Circuit Trek via Tilicho Lake is the Thorong La Pass. At an altitude of 5416 m, the Thorong La Pass is one of the major and popular high passes of Nepal. The popularity of this mountain pass is on par with the famous passes like the Chola Pass, Renjo La Pass, Lauribina Gosaikunda Pass, and Kong Ma La Pass. Therefore, it can also be termed as the mountain pass of the commercial trekking route of Nepal.
You can start the journey of crossing the pass either from Thorong Phedi or Thorong High Camp. These two places have their own pros and cons. The Phedi is safe to spend overnight due to lower altitude, but it takes a longer time to reach the top than from the High Camp. However, the choice is always yours, but trekkers need to heed the instructions of the trekking guide. The guide will assess the field conditions of the trekker and trail before making a decision. Note that you need to start the trek early in the morning before dawn, around 4 am or 4:30 am.
The Hikers Himalaya is probably one of the few trekking companies in Nepal that never inflates the travel budgets. We are always open and transparent in terms of budgeting for any kind of travel activities in Nepal. Therefore, the cost of the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake Trekking starts from 1050 $ per person to 1800 $ per person. The cost varies according to the amenities and facilities offered in the trekking package. It depends upon the preferences of the travelers. Please note that this is the trekking cost of the trip that consists of Tilicho Lake, Thorong La Pass, and Ghorepani Poon Hill.
Do the trek in the classical trekking route but with modern tweaks in the itinerary. The modern Annapurna Circuit Trek has drastically shortened due to the construction of roads at both the trail head and trail end. Therefore, you can do the trek in less than 10 or 12 days, but we have knitted the itinerary including the jeep tour section from Muktinath to Tatopani to revive the classical touch. So, you can explore Poon Hill, Mustang Valley, Thorong La Pass, and Manang Valley in one single trip.
Yes, it is possible to add the Annapurna Base Camp Trek itinerary in the Annapurna Round Trek itinerary. However, you need to add at least 5 to 6 days extras on the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake Trekking itinerary. The journey follows the trail of Tadapani Chuile to Sinuwa instead of the Ulleri – Nayapul route. Contact our travel planners in advance if you wish to include the Annapurna Base Camp Trek in this journey.
This is one of the longest trekking trails of Nepal in high–altitude places through uphill and downhill sections in remote areas. Therefore, you need to prepare well for this trek. Safety and a 100 percent success rate must be there in any kind of trekking trip. Every trekker must prepare well.
Here are the things to do or remember for successful preparation of the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake Trekking in Nepal.
Have sound mental strength able to handle unforeseen events and sudden changes in plans due to the unpredictable nature of mountain weather. Always prepare Plan – B in accordance with the travel planners or trekking guide. Prepare your body physically by doing various cardiovascular activities like swimming, running, walking, and cycling at least one month prior to the trek. Your body must cope with 6 to 7 hours of average walking for more than two weeks in the hilly Himalayan landscape.
Buy the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) permit, which costs NRs. 3000 to foreigners and NRs. 1500 to SAARC nationals. Obtain travel insurance that includes rescue plans even in places above 5000 m altitude. You don’t have to get other permits to do the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake in Nepal.
The availability of lodging and eatery facilities in the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake route is abundant. There are many options of tea houses, luxury mountain resorts, and eateries in the trekking route. However, in some places like Thorong Phedi and High Camp, you may not find such options, but you can get upscale tea houses for lodging and meals. All tea houses and eateries offer a similar menu, but the price differs according to the altitude and remoteness.
The only means of transportation to reach the trailhead of the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake is by jeep or local bus. Normally, trekking starts from villages like Chame, Dharapani, and Pisang. Therefore, book a proper four – wheel jeep. At the end of the trek, you can choose to fly from Jomsom or use the jeep instead.
In any kind of high–altitude trekking trip, acclimatization plays a vital role in safety. Therefore, we have placed an acclimatization day in Manang Village where trekkers visit the Gangapurna View Point and Lake. It prepares trekkers to trek without any hindrances in the high – altitude places below 5000 m altitude. Once the top of the Thorong La Pass is achieved, trekkers descend to the place below 4000 m. Therefore, one day’s acclimatization is enough. While on the trek, trekkers have to heed the instructions of the trekking guide and follow the proper trekking itinerary with good eating and drinking habits.
The trail condition is well-trodden and in top notch. The few sections of the Yak Kharka – Tilicho Lake are in landslide-prone areas, but other sections are well marked. It is easy to navigate, and trekkers can feel safe while walking on the trekking route of the Annapurna Circuit Trek via Tilicho Lake Trek. The landscape diversity is both a boon and a curse. The route traverses through valleys, river banks, gorges, lakes, waterfalls, mountain passes, and wilderness villages. Therefore, the trail is also known as the diverse landscape trail from valleys to mountain passes.
Choose the spring season and autumn season for trekking on the trail. Off-season times like monsoon and winter are not safe for trekking, even though some people prefer to walk in these times for tranquility. Spring is ideal for those seeking lush green forests and blooming flowers. Similarly, the autumn season is for those looking to experience the culture and festivals of Nepalese people while trekking.
The most tranquil and mythical trekking trail listed as a restricted area inside the Annapurna region is the Nar Phu Valley Trek route. You can do the trek from the Annapurna Circuit Trek. However, you need to purchase a special restricted area permit along with the ACAP permit for this side trip.
Book the Annapurna Circuit Trek via Tilicho Lake in Nepal with Hikers Himalaya. You will not regret your decision to trek with an experienced team of the agency. At a reasonable cost, experience the majestic diversity in Nepal’s iconic and oldest trekking route. There are few places on Earth where you get to enjoy the ultimate bliss in the lap of the Himalayas surrounded by multi – ethnic people.
You can get away from the mental drabness of monotonous daily life, enjoying the splendors of Mother Nature. Yes, one of the oldest trekking trails of Nepal, the Annapurna Round Trek has been the ever – present pillar of the Nepalese tourism industry. The travel planners of the Hikers Himalaya have included the trip to the world’s highest situated lake in this epic trekking itinerary. Therefore, you can relish rewarding Himalayan experiences by booking the Annapurna Circuit via Tilicho Lake Trekking.
Please check our Annapurna Circuit Trek package if you wish to do the trek without adding the excursion to Tilicho Lake. There are different choices for travelers with Hikers Himalaya. Therefore, you don’t have to limit the choice of your vacation. In addition, you can also customize the trekking or tour trips according to your preferences. For this, we have made it simple for you to connect with our experts. Contact us for more information and to book the trek.
| Day | Itinerary | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Kathmandu | 1,350 m |
| Day 2 | Drive from Kathmandu to Dharapani | 1,860 m |
| Day 3 | Trek from Dharapani to Chame | 2,670 m |
| Day 4 | Trek from Chame to Pisang | 3,200 m |
| Day 5 | Trek from Pisang to Manang | 3,540 m |
| Day 6 | Acclimatization Day in Manang | 3,540 m |
| Day 7 | Trek from Manang to Siri Kharka | 4,060 m |
| Day 8 | Trek from Siri Kharka to Tilicho Base Camp | 4,150 m |
| Day 9 | Hike to Tilicho Lake and Return to Siri Kharka | Tilicho Lake: 4,919 m / Siri Kharka: 4,060 m |
| Day 10 | Trek from Siri Kharka to Ledar | 4,200 m |
| Day 11 | Trek from Ledar to Thorong Phedi or Thorong High Camp | Thorong Phedi: 4,450 m / High Camp: 4,880 m |
| Day 12 | Cross Thorong La Pass and Trek to Muktinath | Thorong La Pass: 5,416 m |
| Day 13 | Drive from Muktinath to Pokhara | 890 m |
| Day 14 | Drive from P |
