18 days tour

Tilicho Lake & Annapurna Trek

$ 1,499 .00 USD

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Tilicho Lake & Annapurna Trek

This tour includes:

Flights

Domestic flight from Jomsom to Pokhara including airport departure tax.

Others

Assistant trekking guide for groups over 8 people with meals, accommodation, salary, and insurance Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion) Comprehensive first aid medical kit carried by the guide / American medical association approved Oximeter Necessary paper works, all government, and local taxes, company service charges Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entry permits and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) cards

Guide

Local Sherpa Expedition and Trekking licensed English-speaking trekking guide

Accommodation

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

Meals

Three standard meals a day (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek .

Transport

Airport pick up and drop off by private car. Public Bus from Kathmandu to Bulbule and tourist bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Not included:

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 extra USD 18 per day.

Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance

Others

Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu Lunch and Dinner. Meals in Pokhara. Your Travel and medical rescue insurance(recommended). Your personal expenses like; Laundry, Battery charging, telephone, and shopping, etc. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic hot and cold drinks. Desserts Sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding. Tips for the guide, porter, and driver (tipping is expected). Kathmandu sightseeing monument entrance fees.

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Itinerary of your trip Tilicho Lake & Annapurna Trek

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu & Transfer To Hotel.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu & Transfer To Hotel.

      At Kathmandu airport, you will be met by a representative from Sherpa Expedition & Trekking and taken to your hotel in Thamel. After checking in at the hotel, you will be briefed on what to expect on your trek. This is an excellent time to ask questions about your guide regarding the trek.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Bulbule (8,45M) Duration 7-8 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Bulbule (8,45M) Duration 7-8 Hours.

      An early start today sees us on the road heading to Bhulbhule along the Kathmandu-Pokhara highway. The drive will take you to Bhulbhule from where the trekking begins tomorrow. 

  • Day 3 Day 3: Trek From Bulbule To Chamje (1410M) Duration 7-8 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Trek From Bulbule To Chamje (1410M) Duration 7-8 Hours.

      Lace-up your boots as today are the first day of our trek. The trail follows a flat path and climbs steeply up to a sheer cliff about 200 to 300 meters above the river. We then descend and arrive at Jagat Village. The trail from here is more undulating. We eventually follow the trail through forests until we come to Chamje.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Trek From Chamje To Dharapani (1,960M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Trek From Chamje To Dharapani (1,960M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today the trail begins by descending to a river and then we cross a suspension bridge. We then climb to 1,550 meters and have some great views down to the river below. We follow a zigzag trail to Tal. Leaving Tal we follow a narrow high and windy trail before coming to Karte Village. We then head down to the river and cross a suspension bridge before arriving at Dharapani.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Trek From Dharapani To Chame (2,675M) Duratioin 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Trek From Dharapani To Chame (2,675M) Duratioin 5-6 Hours.

      Leaving Dharapani we head higher and will find that it is much cooler at these higher altitudes. The terrain changes at this higher elevation as the trail heads through forests before arriving at the Tibetan village of Bagarchhap with its characteristic Tibetan architecture. We once again head higher and then arrive at the apple-growing region with many farms, pine forests and stunning views of Lamjung and Annapurna II peaks. The trail then follows the Marsyangdi River upstream and passes the villages of Manang and Koto before coming to Chame Village. It is a relatively easy trek from Koto to Chame - the district headquarters of the Manang region.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Trek From Chame To Pisang (3190M) Duration 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Trek From Chame To Pisang (3190M) Duration 4-5 Hours.

      This morning on the trail you will have superb views of Lamjung Himal. The trail ascends to a vast apple orchard and then through the pine and fir forest. We then head up to rocky area and then follow a steep path to Bratang. From here the trail ascends, and after crossing a few bridges and through dense forest we arrive at Pisang.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Trek From Pisang To Manang (3540M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Trek From Pisang To Manang (3540M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      The town of Pisang is the beginning of our trek into the Upper Manang region. We first come to Braga; a Tibetan village with its distinctive architecture and houses built one upon the other. One of its main features is its Gompa (temple), the largest in the Manang region. Manang is a popular stop for trekkers and is a great place to acclimatize before heading to higher altitudes. 

  • Day 8 Day 8: Exploration And Acclimatization Day At Manang.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Exploration And Acclimatization Day At Manang.

      Health experts strongly recommend that before heading to higher altitudes you spend some time acclimatizing. They also recommend staying active. From Manang you will have some truly astonishing 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 improve the acclimatization process we will climb up to Mt. Khangsar (3756m). 

  • Day 9 Day 9: Trek From Manang To Shree Kharka (3,750M) Duration 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Trek From Manang To Shree Kharka (3,750M) Duration 4-5 Hours.

      This morning we leave the main Annapurna circuit trail and cross a bridge over the Marsyangdi Khola (river). We then follow the trail upstream until we come to Shree Kharka.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Trek From Shree Kharka To Tilicho Base Camp (4,150M) Duration 3-4 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Trek From Shree Kharka To Tilicho Base Camp (4,150M) Duration 3-4 Hours.

      On the trail this morning we ascend and head towards Tilicho Base Camp. The trail is nearly all uphill along a rugged trail. From base camp, you have some awesome views of the Himalayan Mountains.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Hike Up To Tilicho Lak (4,920M) & Trek Back To Shree Kharka (3,750M) Duration 7-8 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Hike Up To Tilicho Lak (4,920M) & Trek Back To Shree Kharka (3,750M) Duration 7-8 Hours.

      After an early morning start, we continue trekking towards Tilicho Lake. After reaching the lake you will have some great views over the surrounding landscape and of snow-covered peaks. Tilicho Lake is a calm and peaceful place where we can take a short rest before heading back to Shree Kharka.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Trek From Shree Kharka To Yak Kharka (4050M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Trek From Shree Kharka To Yak Kharka (4050M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      This morning we follow the trail heading to Yak Kharka. The trek has its ups and downs before we arrive at Yak Kharka, an open meadow with a few lodges to accommodate the yak herders who come here to graze their animals.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Trek From Yak Kharka To Thorung Phedi (4450M/14,600Ft) Duration 3-4 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Trek From Yak Kharka To Thorung Phedi (4450M/14,600Ft) Duration 3-4 Hours.

      Today the trail ascends to a ridge and then descends to the Marsyangdi River where we cross a wooden bridge before climbing higher. We then cross a narrow bridge and an unstable scree slope before we head down to Thorong Phedi.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Trek From Thorong Phedi To Muktinath (,802M) Via Thorong La Pass (5,416M) Duration 8-9 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Trek From Thorong Phedi To Muktinath (,802M) Via Thorong La Pass (5,416M) Duration 8-9 Hours.

      We set out early today and first have to ascend a steep path up to Thorong La Pass. The trail is marked with chortens and colorful Tibetan prayer flags. From the pass we head down to one of the holiest sites of Hindus and Buddhist followers, Muktinath Temple.

  • Day 15 Day 15: Trek From Muktinath To Jomsom (2715M/8910Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Trek From Muktinath To Jomsom (2715M/8910Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we follow the trail along the banks of the Kali Gandaki gorge and then pass through a barren landscape until we come to Jomsom. Kali Gandaki Gorge is the deepest gorge in the world.

  • Day 16 Day 16: Fly To Pokhara ( 8,50M) & Transfer To Hotel.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Fly To Pokhara ( 8,50M) & Transfer To Hotel.

      Today we take an early morning flight to Pokhara. Upon arriving at Pokhara we will take you to your hotel near Phew Tal (lakeside). The remainder of the day is free for you to relax, enjoy a coffee or wander around the many shops along โ€˜Lakeside.โ€™ Be sure to be sitting next to the lake at sunset and watch the sun set over the Annapurna Ranges.

  • Day 17 Day 17: Drive Back To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Drive Back To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      This morning we will take a tourist bus back to Kathmandu. The trip is quite long but also very scenic. We will stop for a lunch break along the way. On arriving at Kathmandu we will take you to your hotels in Thamel.


      If you decide to take other tours in Nepal, such as the Chitwan Jungle Safari, Pokhara tour or Lumbini tour then please let us know so that we can make arrangements for you. 


  • Day 18 Day 18: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.

      A representative from Sherpa Expeditions & Trekking will take you to the airport at least three hours prior to your scheduled departure from Nepal. We hope that this epic trek will be firmly entrenched in your memory and will be enough to prompt you to consider your next trek with us!

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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

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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