Tilicho pass trekking

Trip Duration: 14 nights /15 days

Trekking Duration: (KTM-KTM) 12 days

Location: West Nepal (Annapurna Region)

Highest elevation: 5465 meters

Walking Hour: 4/9 hrs every day

Grade Information: Strenuous +

Season: Autumn/Spring (fair weather in Nepal)

Accommodation: Guest House/lodge + Tented Camp

Group Size: 02–20 persons

Highlight of Trip: Highest point lake in the world altitude 4920 meters high, Exciting and beautiful route, variety of landscapes, People and their culture, Monastery and Museums, flora and fauna

Tilicho is the beautiful mountain peak which is in the Annapurna region, in the north-central part of Nepal. Tilicho Peak is, 7134 m high above sea level. Tilicho Lake and pass trekking is famous and unique because of the beautiful Tilicho Lake which is the highest fresh water lake in the world at an altitude of 4920 m. Tilicho pass trekking is also known as Mesa Kanto La pass at 5340 m, offers beautiful Himalayan views of Mount Manaslu (8163 m), Mount Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Mount Annapurna I (8091 m) & other snow capped mountains of Annapurna region.

Tilicho pass trekking is an exciting and beautiful route, is very technical, particularly the downhill section from the Mesakanto-La, and we do not recommend it for beginners, but with views of peaks at over 8000 meters and a variety of landscapes, plants and animals, it is well worth the effort.

Tilicho pass trek starts from Besisahar 5 hours’ drive from Kathmandu walking on the Annapurna Circuit trek. Also, a seasonal road goes all the way up to Manang. However, Jeep to Manang is not recommended due to the excessive altitude gain in too short of a period. So that Asian Hiking Team recommend to start trek from Dharapai rather do the Annapurna Circuit trek and go through Upper Pisang, Ghayru, and Nawal for better acclimatization. A rest day in Manang for acclimatization, then a two-day trek to Tilicho Lake Base Camp. Tilicho Pass is harder and requires physical fitness. There is not a proper tea house/hotel for 2–3 nights so that we need to camp. After passing Tilicho or Mesakanto La, the trail descends to Jomsom. After that, either go through Tatopani with its inviting and large hot springs then continue via Beni to Pokhara or trekking to Ghorepani (Poon Hill), Nayapul and Pokhara. Depending on or your desire and time frame.

Asian Hiking Team, a local government licensed trekking agency, operates trekking to Tilicho Lake, and over the pass to Jomsom. Until Tilicho Lake has guest houses/lodge can be used. For the pass few nights we arrange tented camp as depends on group size. We provide the camping meals with hot drinks. In the guest house/lodge, there are usually running hot and cold water facilities. Private rooms are available in most guest houses. Most bathrooms are shared. Every guest house serves the traditional Nepali meal Dal Bhat (rice, curry and lentil soup). All guest houses on our routes have a variety of different food items, such as rice, vegetables, noodles, potatoes and soup. Many of them have western food on the menu. Soft drinks, snacks, wine and beer are available in most of the guest houses and trail side restaurants.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu; Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfer to Hotel (B).

Day 02: Kathmandu; Free day in Kathmandu to make the final preparations for trek (BB).

Trekking Starting

Day 03: Kathmandu to Besisahar continus to Dharapani; Travel to Besisahar 800 m by Bus 5-6 hours, and continues drive to Dharapani by Jeep, 3-4 hours, overnight Hotel (B/L/D).

Day 04: Chame; Trek to Chame (2713 m) 5 hours, overnight Guest house/Lodge (B/L/D).

Day 05: Upper Pisang; Trek to Pisang or Upper Pisang (3115 m) 4-6 hours, overnight Guest house/Lodge (B/L/D).

Day 06: Manang; Trek to Manang (3450 m) 4.30 hours, overnight Guest house/Lodge (B/L/D).

Day 07: Manang the rest for Acclimatization (B/L/D).

Day 08: Khangshar village (3765 m), 5 hours trek, overnight Guest house/Lodge (B/L/D).

Day 09: Tilicho Phedi (5020 m), 4.30 hours trek, overnight hotel (B/L/D).

Day 10: Tilicho High Camp, (52420 m), 4-5 hours trek, overnight camp (B/L/D).

Day 11: Tilicho pass /Mesakanto la Pass 5465 m Yak kharka 4500 m, 8-14 hours, overnight camping (B/L/D).

Day 12: Jomsom; trek to Jomsom (2720 m) 5–6 hours, overnight Guest house/Lodge (B/L/D).

Day 13: Jomsom drive to Pokhara (800m) by Jeep/Bus, 7-8 hours drive, overnight Hotel (B/L/).

Trekking End

Day 14: Pokhara to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus, 6–8 hours (B/L).

Day 15: Last minute, transfer to the airport for your onward journey or next trip (B).

Cost and payment details

The cost is depending on group size, affected due to the requirement of number of guides and porters, requisite of Hotel in Kathmandu, method of land/air transport. The itinerary is changeable and modifiable as per needs and time frame of trekkers. Cost will be re calculated if the itinerary is changed or modified. Additional activities may be added as per trekkers request with appropriate additional cost. For Total Tour cost, EMAIL US, we will send you within 24 hours as your requirements.

Service Cost Including:

All land transportation by Tourist Coach (Airport /Hotel/Airport).
Kathmandu to Besisahar by Tourist bus.
Besisahar to Dharapani by Jeep.
Jomsom to Tatopani to Pokhara by bus/Jeep.
Pokhara to Kathmandu by Tourist bus.
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with BB Plan as itinerary - Twin Sharing Room (3-star Hotel).
Accommodation during the trekking as best available Lodge / Hotel.
Major Meals; Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner by Tea house/Hotel menu.
Tented Camping During the pass, minimums 2–3 nights.
Camping Meals with hot drinks.
Trekkers’ Information Management System, “TIMS” (Trekking permit).
Annapurna Conservation permits / fees.
Monasteries and Temple entrance fees during the trekking.
Professional equipped English speaking Trekking Guide.
Two clients one Porter plus five clients, one supporting Sherpa.
Trekking insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
Trekking Equipment for support crews.
Trekking Equipment such as Sleeping Bag, Down Jacket and trekking Polls (if needed as clients request).
Medical Kit Box.

Service Cost excludes:

Personal natural expensive except above programs.
Airfare: To & from your country.
Nepal's entry visa fees & international departure tax.
Travel/Accident/Medical /emergency evacuation Insurance.
Meals during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Entrance fees in Temple or Durbar Square in Kathmandu/Pokhara.
Personal trekking gears.
Hot and cold drinks during lodge/hotel.
Tips for support crew’s after the trip.

Terms and Conditions:

Payment should be made 20 % of total amount in advance. Full amount must be paid before your trip starts.

Cancellation should be made 48 hours before departure and 25% cancellation charge is applicable beside Tax, transportation, permits and others fixed expensive.

In case of incomplete Trekking / Tour / Rafting / Climbing / Expedition / Jungles safari / or others days due to the client own problem, the amount of money paid not refundable.

If clients want to go Trekking / Tour / Rafting / Climbing / Expedition / Jungles safari / or others tours more than itinerary, they can pay after back from tour with per day basic but should be permission with Tour guide / Leader.