Annapurna Circuit with the Tilicho Lake Hike
Trip Duration
15 Days
Group Sizes
2-16 People
Destination
Nepal
Max. Altitude
4,919m
Activities
Difficulty
Moderate
Meals
Accommodation
In Nepal, the most beloved hiking routes is the Annapurna Circuit withTilicho Lake Trek. Hikers may enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty, diverse cultural experiences, and genuine Nepalese friendliness as they traverse the entire Annapurna Mountain range in the breathtaking Annapurna region.
This journey will truly be delightful and unforgettable for all people who love to spend their ideal time trekking in the natural world. Thousands of trekkers and adventure lovers from all parts of the world visit Nepal to embark on this one-of-a-kind journey for a pure thrilling and challenging hiking experience.
Your 15-day Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek journey starts with a bus drive from Kathmandu City to Besisahar and then continues to Bhulbhule (840 meters) by Jeep, where your hiking trip officially begins on the third day when you trek from Bhulbhule to Jagat (1300 meters).
Subsequently, from there, you’ll hike to Dharapani and Chame on the following day, which is also the headquarters of the Manang district. Your trek continues, walking through Pisang and then to Manang, where you acclimatize for a day exploring Gangapurna Lake or Bryaga Village.
Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek treats you to breathtaking views of the world’s tallest mountains, such as Annapurna I (8,091 meters), Dhaulagiri (8,167 meters), Manaslu (8,163 meters), and many other peaks in this entire hiking journey route looming close by. The scenery will make you feel unreal due to its stunning beauty.
Similarly, you will continue your trek to Khangsar from Manang. Then, from here, you will finally head to Tilicho Base Camp on the tenth day of your Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek excursion. You will have an opportunity to explore the Tilicho Lake, which is the highest lake on earth, positioned at an elevation of 4919 meters (16,138 feet).
Tilicho Lake is in the Manang district, surrounded by majestic mountains reflecting the landscapes on the lake with an awe-inspiring vista that will blow your mind with excitement and a lot of happiness when you reach there. This lake was formed by melting glaciers of Annapurna and Thorung peaks.
After enjoying a great time in Tilicho Lake, this trip further continues hiking through several destinations each day, such as Khangsar, Thorong Phedi, or High Camp, and eventually to Muktinath Temple, a sacred temple for Hindus and Buddhists, after crossing a popular mountain pass, Thorong La Pass, at an altitude of 5,416 meters.
Moving on, after a night in Muktinath, you’ll trek to Jomsom, which is a major town in the Mustang region, followed by a drive or flight to Pokhara. On the fifteenth day of the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek, you will return to Kathmandu city, concluding your 15-day journey.
This journey will offer you a route with green valleys, terraced fields, charming villages, lovely waterfalls, rugged landscapes, and lush forests filled with rhododendrons, bamboo, oak, birch, and magnolia trees. You will not only get to enjoy the natural scenery but also the local traditional culture and rural lifestyle.
Putting it all together, the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek journey will refresh your mind, soul, and body, making you more inspired than ever and keeping your heart always close to Nepal with the best lively hiking experience that you will never forget.
We will meet you at the airport in Kathmandu City and take you to the hotel that you have booked through our company. You can rest comfortably and check into your hotel room.
If you feel like exploring rather than staying idle in your hotel room, you can visit the lively streets of Thamel, where you can see restaurants, bars, shops, and pubs. Later in the evening, we’ll have a meeting with you and give you a briefing about the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek.
On the second day of the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek journey, we will leave early in the morning and get to the Gongabu Bus Park Station, where we will take the local bus to go to Besisahar. Besisahar is also the traditional starting point for the Annapurna Circuit Trek.
The roadway to Besisahar is quite decent, and it will take about 6 to 7 hours to reachBesisahar. After reaching Besisahar, we will take either a Jeep or bus to get to Bhulbhule. We can choose to trek to Bhulbhule, but we will go by vehicle to reach it in time before night. The road is rugged. We will stay overnight here and rest.
You will start your trekking journey from the Bhulbhule Village. We will wake up early morning and have our morning meal to embark on the third-day journey on this Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek to Jagat Village. It will take approximately about five to six hours to reach the serene village.
Today’s hike will be divided into several segments from Bhulbhule to Bahundanda, then to Ghermu from Bahundanda, and eventually to Jagat from Ghermu. We need to walk a total distance of sixteen kilometers. We’ll walk on a gradual elevation gain, passing through terraced fields and traditional villages. We settle here in Jagat for a one night stay.
Today, after a delicious breakfast, we hike to Dharapani from Jagat. We will trek along the Marsyangdi River, climbing steeply towards Tal Village. We will pass a suspension bridge before arriving at Tal Village, which features beautiful waterfalls.
Afterward, we will proceed to hikealong rice, potato, and barley pasturelands to reach Kodo Village, which is one of the largest settlements in the Manang Valley. From here, we will again cross another hanging bridge and climb up to a stone, Kani.
We will reach Dharapani after walking for five to six hours, where we will spend the night on this fourth day of the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek excursion. Dharapani is also a peaceful village that is situated at 1860 meters altitude.
Our hike from Dharapani to Chame Village will be quite difficult as we are walking on the rugged pathway to Chame Village. We will hike through a forest of fir, oak, maple, and pine trees.
We need to walk over fifteen kilometers for five to six hours to reach our today’s final destination. We can see the panoramic vistas of Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, Lamjung Himal, and other snow-covered Himalayas on our route to Chame.
We need to cross many rivers while trekking. You can also see fascinating apple farms on the way. After reaching Chame Village, we will look into our teahouse for the overnight stay. Chame is also the district HQ of the Manang Valley. We’ll head to Pisang on the next leg of this Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek 15-day itinerary.
We will head to Pisang from Chame on this sixth day of the 15-day Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek. We start our hike after having breakfast in Chame. We will trek through the narrow, vertical valley and cross several hanging bridges to see the Paungda Danda Rock Face.
We stroll across the villages of Bhratang and Dhukur Pokhari. We will have lunch in Dhukur Pokhari and continue our trek. There are 2paths from here; one heads to Lower Pisang, and otherheads to Upper Pisang. We will hike to Upper Pisang, where we will spend overnight.
Your today’s Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek journey from Upper Pisang to Manang will be longer and harder, but you will be treated to amazing views of the Annapurna range, which will be worth it. We will descend to Humde and head towards the Sabje Khola Valley.
Then we’ll cross a wooden overpassabove the Marsyangdi Khola to get to Mungji. After some traveling, we can view Brathang Village, a classic Tibetan-style residential area beneath the steep mountain. We will arrive in Manang after a five to six-hour journey. We’ll stay the night in a teahouse in Manang.
We are spending our day at Manang to acclimate so that our bodies can adjust to the higher altitudes while hiking on this eighth day of the 15-day Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek thrilling journey.
We can go for a short walk to the Gangapurna viewpoint, where you can soak in the beauty of the Gangapurna glacial lake and enjoy mountain views of Pisang Peak, Annapurna Range, and others.
Alternatively, you can learn about local culture and geology by hiking to Ice Lake or Milarepa Cave or visiting the Himalayan Rescue Association. You can also explore Tibetan Buddhist culture by visiting the Braga Monastery. We shall spend one more night in Manang’s teahouse.
On this day of our Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek, we will depart from Manang and head to Khangsar Village. We will walk through the trail of peaceful alpine jungles and cross the Khangsar River, which is nestled by amazing landscapes.
As we get closer to Khangsar, you can see the Annapurna Range more clearly visible and closer. We’ll reach Khangsar Village after walking for 4 to 5 hours. Khangsar village is a small traditional village that has Tibetan-style stone houses. This village is en route to Tilicho Lake. We will stay overnight here.
We are finally heading to Tilicho Base Camp on this ten-day itinerary of Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek. We will commence our hike early in the dawn after eating a hearty food. The journey is challenging due to rocky paths and steep climbs.
We are completely sky high, and we’re peering into the impressive vistas of snowy topmost including the Nilgiri Himal and Tilicho Peak. After the walk of five to six hours, we shall reach the Tilicho Base Camp.
From this camp, you can witness the mind-boggling mountain sceneries that will be breathtaking. Tomorrow, we will set out to Tilicho Lake, so rest well and sleep early for the hike.
The trek to Tilicho Lake will be the pinnacle of your entire journey on this eleventh day of Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek itinerary. You need to ascent on the steep, rough terrain. You need to walk around 5 kilometers to reach Tilicho Lake from the Tlicho Base Camp.
When you reach Tilicho Lake, you can soak in the beautiful turquoise waters surrounded by high cliffs and snow-covered majestic mountains. We’ll spend some time here enjoying the serene environment of Tilicho Lake and creating the best moments by clicking photos and videos for memory.
Afterward, we will retrace our steps to Tilicho Base Camp, walking back the verypath. After reaching the camp, we eat lunch and take a break for a few minutes. Afterward, we head back to Khangsar Village, where we settle for the night.
We’ll leave Khangsar village and begin our walk to Thorong Phedi, the foot of Thorong La Pass and the last town before it. We will stroll along the rocky trails, passing through Ledar Village and crossing the hanging bridge.
Thorong Phedi will be our arrival point after a 6 to 7 hours hike. We will alternatively spend a night there before we pass through Thorong La Pass. At this position, one can view the marvelous Khatungkan, Gundang, and Thorung Peak, among others. Make a point of really taking in the view, as tomorrow’s trek is going to be very exciting.
On the twelfth day of the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek, we will pass the Thorong La Pass, the trek’s topmostlocation. This place is also one of the topmost passes in the earth. We’ll start our hike early at 4 a.m. from Thorong Phedi to avoid strong winds.
This is the most challenginghikingjourney of your entire thrilling trip. However, your hard work will be rewarded with breathtaking vistas of the Gangapurna, Khatungkan, and Annapurna Himalayas. The mountains spanning Tibet, as well as the massif Annapurna Ranges, are visible close-up.
Afterward, you’ll descend to Muktinath, a sacred site for many Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. This will also be the longest trekking journey, which will take seven to eight hours to finally arrive at our destination. We’ll spend overnight here in Muktinath in a teahouse.
In the morning, we shall go to Muktinath Temple. You may view 108 stone water sprouts all around the temple. You can also view an eternal flame that has been blazing for more than 2000 years. Then we’ll begin our trek to Jomsom, passing past old monasteries and settlements like Jharkot and Kagbeni.
We will descend gradually and reach Jomsom after walking for four to five hours. Jomsom is the major town in the Mustang region, and we will explore some places here.
After that, we will take a bus to Pokhara. After reaching Pokhara, we will look into our room and rest. This is the final day of trekking our 15-day Annapurna Circuit hiking journey.
This is the last day of yourAnnapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek journey. You can explore Pokhara City in the morning by visiting Tal Barahi Temple and going boating in the lake. Then, we will take a tourist bus back to Kathmandu from Pokhara after having a morning meal.
You can enjoy the scenic ride through terraced farmlands, lush hills, and charming villages. After six to seven hours of tourist bus ride, we would arrive at Kathmandu City. You can explore the lively places of Kathmandu that you haven’t seen yet. Your trekking journey concludes with us on this fifteenth day.
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The best time for Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek is described below:
Spring (March-May): Spring is the best time for the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek because the weather is mild, having temperatures between 8 degrees Celsius and 0 degrees Celsius at higher altitudes. You can see the beautiful views and colorful blooming flowers on the trail with a rare chance of rain.
Autumn (September-November): Likewise, spring is considered the best while autumn is considered the excellent season for Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake because the weather is mild and pleasing where there is 20°C during the day and cooler nights around 5°C. You can also enjoy major festivals in this season.
Summer (June-August): The summer season is not ideal for trekking as there is heavy rainfall in Nepal, which makes trails wet and slippery. Temperatures range from 10°C to 23°C during the day and 5°C to 10°C at night.
Winter (December-February): Many trekkers completely avoid traveling in the winter season due to the very cold temperatures, which can drop to -10°C at higher altitudes. Trails can be blocked due to snow, and the environment will also not be visible clearly.
On this Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek, you will travel from Kathmandu to Besisahar and drive a 9 km distance via Jeep from Besisahar to Bhulbhule, where your trekking journey will start. You need to trek a total of 71 km from day 5 Dharapani to day 11 to reach Tilicho Lake while staying overnight in several places.
You will be trekking over the heights of 4000 meters in this 15-day journey. You will be at 4200 meters high when you reach Tilicho Base Camp. You will explore Tilicho Lake, positioned at a height of 4919 meters, which is the highest-located lake on globe.
You will trek to Thorong Phedi at an altitude of 4450 meters before crossing Thorong La Pass. The highest point of this incredible hiking journey will be one of the high passes of the globe, Thorong La Pass, which lies above 5416 meters. So, you need to stay hydrated and well-prepared for this higher-altitude trekking excursion.
One of the more difficult treks, ranging in complexity from medium to hard, is the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek. You will need to routinely walk for five to six hours. The elevation attained on this trek is approximately 5000 meters, which is greater than most people are accustomed to.
Among the most challenging parts of the trip, crossing the Thorong La pass is particularly tough, requiring 8 to 9 hours of hiking through steep and tricky slopes. So, you need to acclimatize to prevent altitude sickness so that you can get ready to climb in this harder part of the trekking itinerary.
Generally, acute mountain sickness can arise in the human body above 2500 meters, which has mild or maybe severe effects on the body. So, you need to stay composed, drink a lot of water, and take proper rest while taking breaks while hiking in higher altitudes. Thus, you must get in shape and have proper training and exercises to embark on this trip.
The minimum walk per day is about 4 to 5 hours when you trek to Khangsar from Manang on the ninth day of the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek. The average walk per day will be 5 to 6 hours in most of your trekking days in the 15-day itinerary of your journey.
The maximum hike per day will be 7 to 8 hours on the eleventh day when you visit Tilicho Lake from the Tilicho Base Camp and then followed by a return to Khangsar for an overnight stay and on the thirteenth day when you pass Thorong La Pass hiking from Thorong Phedi to trek to Muktinath.
While ascending the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek, you will spend the night in lodges or teahouses. Simpler amenities like a twin sharing bed, cushion, and bedspread will be provided. There are also a few teahouses in Manag that offer private rooms with hot showers and associated bathrooms.
Hot showers and the use of electricity will cost you an extra charge, which is not included in your package. Like in any trekking destination, the more you go higher, the fewer facilities you can get. You will be accommodated in a decent hotel when you are in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Most of the teahouses offer typical Nepalese food with some Western dish options as well. The foods are hearty, fresh, and nutritious meals that will keep your body stimulated around the entire journey. They serve Nepali foods like Dal, Bhat, Tarkari, Momo Chow Mein, bread, etc.
You can also find drinks like hot lemon, ginger tea, lemon tea, garlic soup, and green tea that are healthy for your body. You need to avoid non-vegetarian foods and beverages while trekking. All the food items except soft and hard drinks and accommodation costs are included in our package.
If you want to travelfor the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek journey, you have to get ready by being physically fit and healthy. This trekking is very hard for beginners however, they can complete this trip if they are mentally and physically fit with a lot of preparation and training.
You can get ready for this trek by boosting your stamina with activities like cycling, swimming, brisk walking, etc. for at least 30 minutes 4 to 5 times a week. You can focus on strength training by doing step-ups, squats, planks, etc. In the same way, you can go on regular short hikes with a backpack and eat nutritious meals to get ready.
The Annapurna region of Nepal has generally dependable internet service. However, because of the higher elevations, there may be irregular or no internet. The weather has a significant impact on internet service as well. The internet won’t be accessible for a while if the weather is too awful.
When using these services, you are responsible for the additional fee of electricity for charging your gadgets. This expense is your responsibility due to the isolated location and scarce electricity supply. It is advised that you always have power banks and SIM cards with you if you plan to hike at higher altitudes.
You need to carry an Annapurna Conservation Area Permit, which costs around NPR 3,000 (about USD 25) for international visitors, NPR 200 (about USD 2) for SAARC nationals, and a Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Card, which costs around USD 20 for solo trekkers and USD 10 for those trekking with a guide or travel agency.
You must complete the form, submit a copy of your passport, and attach two passport-sized pictures to receive these two permits. Once you arrive in Nepal, our organization will aid you obtain these necessary permits. Thus, don’t stress over it.
We will take the local bus when traveling to Besisahar. From Besisahar, we will drive via private jeep to reach Bhulbhule so that we will reach here in time. Most of the days, we are walking on this journey.
Then, from Jomsom, we can drive or fly to Pokhara. If you want to go by flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara or vice versa, it will be your own expense.
Travel insurance is required for the Tilicho Lake hiking journey. You must provide insurance documents that include emergency helicopter evacuation coverage before joining the trek. Insurance will assist you in injuries, air evacuation, emergencies, theft, loss, injuries, and so on, which will cover your extra expenses.
Tilicho Lake has achieved its great heights among the high lakes of the world with its astounding height of 4949 m above sea level. The intense hue of the azure waters of the lake is vividly complemented by the snow-draped mountains, this later offers an aerial view of unmatched plenitude.
Tilicho Lake is at 16,237 feet (4,949 meters) above sea level, making it one of the highest lakes globally. It offers amazing views and a rewarding trek.
The Annapurna Circuit, including Tilicho Lake, has some risks like high altitude, harsh weather, and potential landslides. It’s important to be cautious, but our trek team will take measures to keep you safe.
Walking appears to be the mainmeans of transportation in the Annapurna region, particularly in the higher elevations. Other regions have the option of using local buses or even private cars. A more strategic option to rapidly return to your starting place is to fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara or vice versa.
The Annapurna Circuit along with Tilicho Lake is tougher. It consists of very steep rises and falls; thus, the high-altitude fact makes it even more difficult.
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