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Hotel / Teahouse / Tent
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Breakfest / Lunch / Dinner
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From CHF 3175.-
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Overview
This 23 day scenic journey will take you to Tilicho Lake, Thorong Peak and Thorong La Pass in the heart of the Annapurna range, where you will witness panoramic sceneries of the Himalayan ranges, lush meadows, flora and fauna, diverse landscapes and the opportunity to explore the traditional villages and their rich culture/traditions, you will also have a rest day in Manang, known as the “crown jewel” of the Annapurna Circuit. Manang is a great destination to recover, gather strength, and prepare your body before continuing to the higher elevation.
Tilicho Lake is one of the most stand out trekking destinations in Nepal.
At 4,949 metres above sea level Tilicho Lake is regarded as the highest elevation lake in the world! The lake is formed by the glacial melt of the northern slope of Annapurna mountain and Thorong Peak, it also provides historical and religious importance. The lake is located in an isolated area within the Annapurna region, making the trek one of the most adventurous and picturesque in the district. Trekking Tilicho Lake adds extra altitude practice and preparation to cross Thorong La Pass/ Thorong Peak later on this trek route.
Tilicho lake trekking route attaches with the Annapurna circuit, you will be provided with even more incredible scenery and opportunity to witness animals such as, the Himalayan mountain goat, yaks, species of birds and many more along the way to complete Thorong La Pass and Thorong Peak.
Thorong La Pass is located at 5,416 metres above sea level and infact the highest pass in the world! Crossing Thorong La Pass will reward you with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains (Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Dhaulagiri, and more).
For the more adventurous, this package also offers the climb of the spectacular Thorong Peak, which stands at 6144m and is ideally situated in the heart of the Annapurna region, just above Thorong La Pass. This is a real climbing experience for those with a reasonable level of fitness. We will have a day for preparation and brief on climbing techniques to ensure everyone is prepared for a safe and successful climb. Upon reaching the summit you will then be rewarded with the most breathtaking views of the Himalayas…. and a huge sense of accomplishment, rightly to be celebrated!
After then crossing back down over Thorong La Pass the trail descends to the Hindu temple of Muktinath, a celebrated Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage.
The combination of Tilicho Lake, Thorong Peak and Thorong La Pass will be the complete adventure trekking in the Annapurna circuit, leaving you with amazing life long memories and incredible scenery the entire way, from start to finish!
On completion of trekking you will have 2x nights spent in Pokhara on Phewa Lake. Renowned for its natural beauty, this is the ideal destination to relax and explore, offering many popular attractions!
Itinerary
Day | Program | Duration * | Max. Altitude |
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1+2 | Arrival Kathmandu Sightseeing, preparation, welcome dinner 3* hotel | ||
3 | Kathmandu – Chame (2695m) 7 hours private vehicle, 5 hours jeep. | 12h | 2695m |
4 | Chame – Dhukurpokhari (3180m) 10km | 4h | 3180m |
5 | Dhukurpokhari – Mungji (3330m) 15km | 5h | 3330m |
6 | Mungji – Manang (3540m) 4km | 1h | 3540m |
7 | Manang Rest/Acclimatisation day | 3540m | |
8 | Manang – Shree Kharaka (4070m) 10km | 4h | 4070m |
9 | Shree Kharaka – Tilicho Base Camp (4170m) 7km | 3.5h | 4200m |
10 | Tilicho Base Camp – Tilicho Lake – Tilicho Base Camp (5100m) 14km | 6h | 5100m |
11 | Tilicho Base Camp – Karche, Manang (riverside) (3770m) 17km | 6h | 3770m |
12 | Karche, Manang – Thorong Phadi (4500m) 14km | 5h | 4500m |
13 | Thorong Padi – High Base Camp (4925m) 1km Preparation for climbing | 2h | 4925m |
14 | High Base Camp – Thorong Peak Base Camp (5416m) Overnight tent Allow 1x extra night in event of bad weather or altitude sickness | 4h | 5416m |
15 | Thorong Peak Base Camp – Thorong Peak (6144m) – Muktinath (3760m) | 11h | 6144m |
16 | Muktinath Rest Day | 3760m | |
17 | Muktinath – Pokhara Private vehicle | 7h | |
18 + 19 | Pokhara Relax | ||
20 | Pokhara Kathmandu Private vehicle | 8h | |
21 | Kathmandu sightseeing, relaxing, souvenir shopping, farewell dinner + departure 3* hotel | ||
22/23 | Departure |
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