Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake
Gandaki Province, Nepal
Grade
Moderate to Difficult
No of Days
Maximum Altitude
5417m
Price
INR 28,000/- per person Besisahar to Jomsom
Available Date
Customized dates available
About Annapurna Circuit Trek
Nepal the Land of Buddha, Pashupatinath, and the home of the world's most fierce warriors and high class mountaineers, and the land of the Highest Peak of the world the Mount Everest. Holds some of the astonishing and spell bounding beauty in its villages and the interiors, One among the most beautiful trek is Annapurna Circuit of Nepal.
The Annapurna Circuit is one of the most popular treks in Nepal, and rightly so. On this route, the scenery and the cultural diversity dramatically changes from subtropical forests, paddy fields, and the world’s deepest river gorge to ice flows, a high mountain pass, arid cliffs, and mountain views.
Passing through Manang, the trek starts with views the Manaslu range, Tibetan-Buddhist villages, and woodlands, through the Marshyangdi Valley.
Heading towards the high Thorong La Pass, a host of mountains come into view, including the Annapurna Massif, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Tilicho Peak.
This trek allows for proper acclimatization before tackling the Thorong La pass at 5,414m. However, it is a long trek, with an average day being 6-7 hours, and a good basic physical fitness is recommended.
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With the varied landscapes, villages, and peoples along the trail, and of course, the majestic mountains, it is a photographer’s paradise. It is also a way to discover the different aspects, cultures, and landscapes of the country in one trip, and while circling the Annapurna range! Exploring the tiny village, there are many interesting sights such as almost prehistoric clay effigies. This trek is certainly varied and full of daily surprises and interesting finds and accompanied all the way with up close and personal mountain views! This trek provides you the opportunity to learn about the Tibetan way of life that strongly runs in Mustang valleys. There is a slight chance of seeing a snow leopard in Yak Kharka along with blue sheep.
Itinarery
Day 01
Day 02
Day 03
Day 04
Day 05
Day 06
Day 07
Day 08
Day 09
Day 10
Day 11
Reporting at Besisahar, in early morning, then drive to Chame (2550m). Overnight stay at Hut, Briefing and registration to be completed by everyone. 66 km drive which will take around 5-6 hours
Chame (2550 m) to Upper Pisang (3310 m) - 14km, 5-6 hrs Trek
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After breakfast, we will walk through a steep and narrow valley to have our first view of a massive rock wall - the Paungda Danda Rock, which is considered very sacred by the local people. The Paungda Danda Rock is a curved rock face rising 1500m from the Marshyandi river. From the trails, we can see clear views of Annapurna II in the south and Pisang Peak in the northeast. Then our path descends taking us to the Manang Valley floor into the Pisang village, where we will be spending our night. Overnight stay at Hut.
Upper Pisang (3310 m) - Braga (3470m) 13km 5-6hr
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After breakfast, we will be trekking on the upper trails through Upper Pisang via Geru, from where we can catch outstanding views of the North face of Annapurna II, III, IV, Gangapurna, Tilicho, and Pisang Peak. As the path ascends, you will feel the air turn cold, dry, and harsher. This trail goes through the Tibetan settlements, and we get a chance to explore Tibetan Buddhist culture. We will be visiting Barge Monastery on the trails, the largest monastery in Manang. You will find that the path is dotted with Buddhist shrines as we pass more monasteries. Overnight stay at Braga.
Braga (3470m) - Ice Lake (4620 m) - Braga 7+7km, 6hrs
Trek to Braga (3,470m)
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You have a full day for Ice Lake (Khicho Lake) side trip, the twin lake situated above the Manang valley an altitude of 4,630 m above sea level in Annapurna conservation area. We will start very early in the morning. The path to Ice Lake is steeply ascending on the alpine shrubs where you can often spot the blue sheep and Himalayan Monal. The lake remain frozen during the winter season, but the pristine bluish green colour is visible from May to November. Return to Braga, Overnight stay in hut.
Braga (3,470M) to Shree Kharka (4,045M) 12km 6-7hours via Manang (3560m)
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Today's trek will be a little easier. Manag village is just at 2km distance from Braga. After reaching Manang, we take the upper route which follows a path down down to a river. After crossing the river, we will walk through coniferous forests. After a 3 hours of walk, we will be arriving at the Tibetan settlement Khangsar. After another hours of walk, we will be reaching Shree Kharka. Throughout the trek we will have a clear view of Gungang Himal and Mt. Chulu.
Shree Kharka to Tilicho Base Camp (4150m/13,583ft): 7km 5-6 hours
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From Tilicho Base Camp the views of Tilicho Peak and other mountains are amazing! Today the trail takes you through areas prone to landslides so extra care must be taken. Overnight at Tilicho Base Camp.
Visit Tilicho Lake (4,920m/16,138 ft), then back to Shree Kharka 7km+14km 5-6 hours
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Today we start early to avoid afternoon wind. After a steep consistent climb of 2-3 hours we reach Tilicho lake, The highest lake in the world also referred as the “the great ice lake” by the leader of the French expedition team . This is a large sparkling lake that lies at the foot of the north face of Tilicho peak, after spending some time and clicking some amazing pictures here we take the same route back to Shree kharka.
Shree kharka to Yak kharka (4060m/13,020ft): 10km 5-6 hours
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We will descend to the uninhabited Khangsar village, pass Tare gumba, a thousand year old monastery then follow a rock wall out of Khangsar to descend a bridge into the Thorong Khola valley. We have to go across a river, hike up to a plateau to reach yak kharka. from here you can see Annapurna mountains range, other peaks, blue sheep (bharal) and if you are lucky you might spot a snow leopard.
Trek Yak Kharka to Thorang Phedi (4,525m/14501 ft)/High Camp (4850m): 7km 3-4 hours trek
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Thorang Phedi is a busy settlement where people set off over the high pass. Alternatively, we may trek up to High Camp depending on pace of the team. Get a good night’s sleep as you will also set off early in the morning to cross the Thorong La.
Thorong Phedi to Thorong La pass (5416 m/17764 ft) to Muktinath (3,800/12,467ft): 15km 7 - 8 hours
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Today's the most challenging part of the trek, we will cross Thorong La pass, one of the highest passes in the world, and the highest point of the trek. We have to wake up early morning at 3:00 AM to complete this challenge. We have to push ourselves through the thin air, and high altitude is also a challenging factor. But the view from the pass will make totally worth it. We will see a panoramic view of majestic Himalayan peaks extending northwards into Tibet. We can see several of the main peaks of Annapurna. We then descend all the way to Muktinath a sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists. The Buddhists call it Chumig Gyatsa, which in Tibetan means "Hundred Waters".
Muktinath to Pokhara drive around 180 kilometres, expect to reach Pokhara around 8 to 9 PM.
"What included"
Cost of transportation Besisahar to Pokhara
Cost of Fooding while on trek (Morning and evening Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner- meals will be provided. Breakfast-Roti, Sabji/Maggi, etc., Lunch/Dinner-Rice/Roti, Sabji, Dal, Achar, etc.).(Day 1:- Evening Tea to Day 11:- Breakfast)
Cost of accommodation in all places during trekking
Guide, and a Qualified experienced Trek Leader
Cost of Permit fees (ACAP & TIMS Card).
"What not included"
Cost of Personal expenses.(Wi-Fi, Personal Tea-Coffee, Personal Hot Water)
Cost of emergency due to bad weather conditions.
Cost of personal porter for offloading
Meals during transit i.e. meals while on road or travelling will not be provided.
Anything which is not mentioned in the inclusion.
Cost of stay in Pokhara.
Booking Policy:
To book your trek, you need to pay 30% of the trek fees as advance. Rest 70% to be paid in cash when you reach the basecamp, to be collected by the team leader.
One can pay the amount online(Net Banking, GPay, UPI ID).
Details to be shared on request.
Cancellation Policy:
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30 days before the trek date, full refund of the paid amount
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15 days before the trek date, 50% refund of the paid amount.
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Cancellation less than 15days to the start date of the trek, no refund possible
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In case Himalayan Passion cancels the trek or trip, full refund will be paid.
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One has option to send another person on their behalf.
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One has option to adjust the paid amount on any other trek, if a person cannot join the trek he/she paid for.