Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake
Trip Details :
Destination :
Nepal
Trip Style :
Trekking
Food :
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Group Size :
1 to 12 people
Destination :
Nepal
Starts in :
Kathmandu
Difficulty :
Moderate
Transport :
Flight and Car
Accomodation :
Hotel and Tea house
Max Elevation :
5,415 m
Highlight
Crossing Thorong La Pass (5,416m), the widest pass in the world
Visiting the highest lake in the world, Tilicho Lake (4,910m)
Breathtaking views of the Annapurna mountain range
Dipping at the hot water springs of Tatopani
Spectacular lakes, glaciers, gorges, and waterfalls along the way
Pilgrimage to Muktinath, a sacred temple for both Hindus and Buddhists devotees
Gorgeous sunrise on the backdrop of the snow-capped mountains from Poon hill
Incredible hospitality of the local people
Cultural and religious exploration of the charming villages of the region
About Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake
The classic Annapurna circuit trek with Tilicho lake is one of the most popular treks in Nepal. The trail moves along the Annapurna region exploring the geographical diversity and the cultural heritage of the Annapurna region.
The special package of “Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake - 21 Days Itinerary” provides exciting trekking experience of the Annapurna region along with the chance to visit the mesmerizing Tilicho lake. The trek follows the Marsyangdi valley to the north of the Himalayan range of mountains. It crosses the Thorong La pass (5416m) to descend into the desert-like landscape of upper Kali Gandaki valley.
The route passes through charming Gurung, Manangis, and Thakali villages. The breathtaking views of the 7000m plus mountains of the Annapurna region will amaze you. You will stay in some of the best trekking lodges and guesthouses. The visit to the highest lake in the world, Tilicho lake is the main highlight of the trek. The side trips form the Jomsom, Muktinath, and Manang are also the major attractions of this trek.
You will need to acclimatize at regular intervals and take it slow while trekking in these high altitude Himalayan regions. We descend into the Kali Gandaki gorge, the deepest gorge on the planet, and visit the sapphire lake of Tilicho (4950m) which is the highest located lake in the world. The sapphire lake of Tilicho lake has an emerald glow. We pass through the Thorong la pass which is the widest mountain pass in the world.
Permits Required for Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake
Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card.
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
Itenary
Day : 1
Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport.Day : 2
Drive from Kathmandu to Bhubule (923m/2815ft) Distance 200km west of Kathmandu 7-8 hrsDay : 3
Trek from Bhulbhule to Chamje (2,200m/7,216 ft), 6-7 hours.Day : 4
Trek from Chamje to Dharapani (1,860m/6102.36ft), 6 - 7 hours.Day : 5
Trek from Dharapani to Chame (2,710m/8,891ft), 5 - 6 hours.Day : 6
Trek from Chame to Pisang (3,300m/10,824ft), 5 - 6 hours.Day : 7
Trek from Pisang to Manang 3,519m/11,545ft), 6 - 7 hours.Day : 8
Manang: Acclimatization day.Day : 9
Trek From Manang to Siri Kharka (4,060m/13,320ft), 4-5 hours.Day : 10
:Trek From Siri Kharka to Tilicho Base Camp (4,140m/13,583ft), 5-6 hoursDay : 11
:Visit Tilicho Lake (4,949m/16,138 ft) then back to Siri Kharka, 5-6 hours.Day : 12
:Trek from Siri Kharka to Yak Kharka (4,040m/13,020ft), 4-5 hours.Day : 13
:Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,600m/15,092ft), 3-4 hours.Day : 14
:Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3,800m/12,467ft) via Thorong La Pass (5,416m/17,764ft), 7-8 hours.Day : 15
:Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2,750m/9022ft) Via Kagbeni.Day : 16
:Drive from Jomsom (2,743m/8,999.3ft) to Tatopani (1,290m/42,32ft) Natural hot spring, 5-6 hours.Day : 17
:Trek from Tatopani to Ghorepani (2,750m/9,022ft), 7- 8 hours.Day : 18
:Early morning hike up to Poonhill (3,210m/10,531ft) and trek down to Nayapul (2070m/6791ft) then taxi to Pokhara.7- 8hrsDay : 19
:Drive back to Kathmandu, 6- 7 hoursDay : 20
:Final Departure.Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake