21 days tour

Annapurna Circuit And Tilicho Lake Trek

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Annapurna Circuit And Tilicho Lake Trek

This tour includes:

Transport

Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by a private tourist vehicle Kathmandu to Beshisahar by Bus and Beshisahar to Jagat transportation by sharing Jeep. Nayapul to Pokhara transportation by Private car. Pokhara to Kathmandu transportation by Tourist Bus

Accommodation

Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu (2 nights only) and Pokhara ( 1 night only)including breakfast Guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms

Guide

Local Sherpa Expedition and Trekking licensed English-speaking trekking guide.

Meals

Three Meals a day (main course: Breakfast Lunch and dinner) during the trek.

Others

Trekking Information Management system card(TIMs) All necessary paperwork and permits (ACAP, Trekking permit) A comprehensive medical kit Down jacket and sleeping bag by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking need to refund after the trek All government and local taxes

Not included:

Flights

International Flight fare

Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance

Optional

The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests) if required we will provide but the price will be an extra Usd 18 per day.

Others

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara Nepal entry visa: you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (a multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by paying the US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying the US $ 100. Please bring 2 copies of passport-size photos.) Hot showers during the trek All kinds of cold drinks e.g. water, coke, Fanta, juice, etc. Personal trekking equipment WiFi internet during the trek Tips for trekking staff and driver

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Itinerary of your trip Annapurna Circuit And Tilicho Lake Trek

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive At Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu & Transfer To Hotel.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive At Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu & Transfer To Hotel.

      On arrival at Kathmandu, you will be met by a Sherpa Expedition & Trekking representative and transported to your hotel in Thamel. After checking in at the hotel, you will be briefed on what to expect on your trek. This is a good opportunity to ask questions of your guide concerning the trek. The remainder of your day can be spent wandering the narrow and winding streets of Thamel.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Jagat (1300M) 7-8 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Jagat (1300M) 7-8 Hours.

      Today we first head to Besisahar by public bus and then by jeep to Jagat. This drive will introduce you to the type of terrain you will encounter at lower levels of your trek. Tonight we will stay at a teahouse in Jagat.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Trek From Chamje To Dharapani (1960M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Trek From Chamje To Dharapani (1960M) 6-7 Hours.

      This morning we follow a rocky trail along the banks of the Marsyangdi River and steadily head uphill to Tal that lies at 1680 meters; the first village in the Manang district. The trail crosses an extensive flat valley and then ascends up stone steps to 1860 meters to Dharapani where you will see stone chortens (stones inscribed in Sanskrit) commonly found in these Tibetan villages in the region. 

  • Day 4 Day 4: Dharapani To Chame (2630M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Dharapani To Chame (2630M) 6-7 Hours.

      The trail today is one that was previously affected by landslides. We first pass a small village before starting on a gradual uphill trail to Bagarchhap, a characteristic Tibetan style village in the forest. From here we follow the left bank of the river towards Koto, the gateway to the well-liked Nar Phu Valley Trekking route. We have an easy trek from here to Chame, the administrative center of the Manang District.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Chame To Pisang (3300M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Chame To Pisang (3300M) 5-6 Hours.

      Leaving Chame we first pass come to Telekhu Village and on the trail have some superb views of Annapurna and Pisang (6091m). We then re-cross the river on a suspension bridge to the south bank of the Marsyangdi River and then ascend through a pine-forest as we follow a trail through the upper reaches of the Manang valley to Pisang.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Pisang To Manang (3500M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Pisang To Manang (3500M) 6-7 Hours.

      The town of Pisang is the start of our trek into the more remote Upper Manang region. We first head to Braga; a Tibetan village with its distinct architecture and houses that are constructed one upon the other. One of its main attractions is its Gompa (Buddhist temple), the largest in the Manang region. Manang is also a popular place with trekkers and is also an ideal place to acclimatize before heading to higher altitudes. 

  • Day 7 Day 7: Manang- Acclimatization Day.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Manang- Acclimatization Day.

      Health experts highly recommend that before heading higher that trekkers spend some time acclimatizing. They also suggest staying active. From Manang you will have some truly wonderful views of Annapurna II; Annapurna III (7555m); Gangapurna (7454 m); and in the south to Tilicho (7132 m); and the Grand Barrier (a 7000m ridge) in the west; Chulu West (6583m) and Chulu East (6059m) meters in the north. To further acclimatize we will climb up to Mt. Khangsar (3756m). 

  • Day 8 Day 8: Manang To Siri Kharka (4060M) 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Manang To Siri Kharka (4060M) 4-5 Hours.

      Today we follow the trail to Tilicho Lake located to the west of Manang. After reaching Khangsar Khola (river) we come to Khangsar, a traditional Tibetan village. We then continue until we arrive at Siri Kharka. 

  • Day 9 Day 9: Siri Kharka To Tilicho Base Camp (4140M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Siri Kharka To Tilicho Base Camp (4140M) 5-6 Hours.

      This morning on the trail we pass a Gompa and then head up to a high ridge. We then follow a newer trail across the ridge before heading down to the valley floor. We then take a trail into a gorge and Tilicho Base Camp (4,200m). 

  • Day 10 Day 10: Hike Up To Tilicho Lake (4,949M) Then Back To Siri Kharka 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Hike Up To Tilicho Lake (4,949M) Then Back To Siri Kharka 5-6 Hours.

      Early this morning at around 4:30 am we head to Tilicho Lake and then return to Tilicho Base Camp for our lunch break. We then head to Shree Kharka our overnight destination.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Siri Kharka To Yak Kharka (4040M) 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Siri Kharka To Yak Kharka (4040M) 4-5 Hours.

      This morning we begin by descending to Khangsar Village via Tare Gumba (3870m) - known for its Buddhist monastery. We follow the trail through the Thorong Khola Valley until we come to the abandoned village of Old Khangsar before coming to Yak Kharka. 

  • Day 12 Day 12: Yak Kharka To Phedi (4450M) 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Yak Kharka To Phedi (4450M) 4-5 Hours.

      As we ascend we gradually get used to the higher altitudes. We follow the trail along the east bank of the Jarang Khola (river) surrounded by steep bluffs before coming to Thorong Phedi (meaning foothills). We may also decide to trek for one more hour to High Camp (4800m). If we are fortunate we may get to see the famous blue sheep and even a snow leopard! This is also home to the Lammergeyer (bearded vulture). There is also a belief the fabled griffons (a creature with a lionโ€™s body & birdโ€™s head) inhabit this region.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Thorong Phedi To Muktinath Via Thorong La Pass (5416M) 8 -9 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Thorong Phedi To Muktinath Via Thorong La Pass (5416M) 8 -9 Hours.

      Today is going to be the toughest day of the trek as we trek for around 8 to 9 hours. The higher altitude adds to the difficulty, and sometimes strong winds in these upper regions make it hard going too. On the trail, we may pass sheep, yaks, and merchants transporting their goods along the trails from Tibet. Once we arrive at Thorong La Pass we will have some marvelous views of Annapurna, Gangapurna, and the eye-catching peak of Khatungkang (6484m). We then descend around 1600 meters where the trail slowly becomes more undulating and relatively easy before we arrive at Muktinath.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Muktinath To Jomsom (2713M) 5- 6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Muktinath To Jomsom (2713M) 5- 6 Hours.

      After leaving Muktinath we follow a trail through lush mountain meadows, fruit trees, streams and through Kagbeni before we reach Jomson in the Kali Gandaki Valley. Kagbeni has a reputation for its horticulture industry. Jomson is also well known for its apple cider! 

  • Day 15 Day 15: Jomsom To Lete (2,480M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Jomsom To Lete (2,480M) 5-6 Hours.

      Today we follow the Kaligandaki River downstream to Tukuche Village that sits beneath the towering Tukuche Peak and Dhaulagiri. We also have some great views of Mt.Nilgiri and the massive glacier on Dhaulagiri east face. Next we come to Larjung Village and then Kalopani Village. Near Kalopani we cross a suspension bridge over the raging Kali Gandaki River. We continue until we come to Kalopani Village from where we can see Mt.Annapurna I, Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri. We then have a short downhill trek to Lete Village. 

  • Day 16 Day 16: Lete To Tatopani (1,190M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Lete To Tatopani (1,190M) 5-6 Hours.

      This morning we follow the trail to Tatopani, well known for its therapeutic thermal hot springs. It is a great place where you can sit in the hot pools near the river while the sun goes down.

  • Day 17 Day 17: Tatopani To Ghorepani (2,750M) 7-8 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Tatopani To Ghorepani (2,750M) 7-8 Hours.

      Today we follow the trail and then cross a suspension bridge over the Kaligandaki River and continue until we come to a junction of two trails from where we head uphill through terraced farms and villages. We then head into a dense rhododendron forest and then arrive at the village of Chitre, and then continue on through more forest until we come to Ghorepani. 

  • Day 18 Day 18: Hike Up To Poon Hill And Trek To Tikhedhunga (1,500M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Hike Up To Poon Hill And Trek To Tikhedhunga (1,500M) 6-7 Hours.

      We are up before sunrise and head to Poon Hill. Standing on the hill we can watch the changing light reflect off the surrounding peaks, such as Dhaulagiri (8167m), Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna II (7937m), Annapurna III (7855m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Annapurna South (729m), Nilgiri (6940m), Tukuche (6920m), Varaha Shikhar (7847m) & Lamjung Himal (6931m). Make sure your camera is ready to go in order to catch that special moment. After Poon Hill, we head back to Ghorepani for breakfast and then head off to Tikhedhunga.

  • Day 19 Day 19: Trek To Nayapul (1,100M) And Drive To Pokhara (8,60M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Trek To Nayapul (1,100M) And Drive To Pokhara (8,60M) 5-6 Hours.

      The trail today is mostly downhill and passes through farming villages with their terraced lands. There are also waterfalls along the way. We first come to the village of Birethanti next to the Modi River where we stop for lunch, From here we head to Nayapul where we take a bus back to Pokhara โ€“ Phewa Tal (lake). You will have time to meander around โ€˜Lakesideโ€™ before our farewell dinner tonight.

  • Day 20 Day 20: Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu (1,350M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu (1,350M) 6-7 Hours.

      This morning we travel by tourist coach or in private vehicle, depending upon the group size, back to Kathmandu and to our hotels in Thamel. There is an option to fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu โ€“ a 30 minute flight. 

  • Day 21 Day 21: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 21: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.

      A representative from Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will take you to the airport for your final departure from Nepal. We hope that you will not forget this amazing trek and that it will be enough to prompt you to think about your next trek with us to this amazing mountainous country.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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