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Tilicho lake Trekking

❖ Opportunity to explore one of the highest lake in the world; Tilicho Lake 4920m - Crystalline glacial

lake

❖ Panoramic view of the Tibetan-style villages with ancient gompas and herd of rugged animals

including Yaks.

❖ Combination of the crossing of challenging and adventurous pass Mesokanto La 5120m with

spectacular views of the surrounding mountain ridges.

Enjoy the Tilicho Lake trekking

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Nepal, Trekking and Hiking, 20 Days

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Trip Duration= 20 Days

Group Size= 2 + person

Accommodation= 5 Nights Hotel, 14 Nights Lodge/Homestay

Meals= 20 Breakfast, 19 Lunch, 19 Dinner

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Tilicho lake, a serene turquoise lake situated in the high

Himalayan region of Manang at an elevation of 4920 m, is the

highest lake in the world. Tilicho Lake Trek gives magnificent

views of major peaks of Annapurna Himalayan range such as

Lamjung Himal 6932m, Annapurna II 7939m, Annapurna IV

7525m, Annapurna III 7555m, Gangapurna 7454m and other

snow-capped peaks. The trail leads you through the Tibetan

villages with unique cultures and traditions which can be a

lifetime experience. Lake Tilicho also has a legendary feature

of being a holy spot for the Hindus as is described in the

Ramayan, the sacred holy book of the Hindus. The crossing of

the challenging Mesokanto La Pass 5120m also known as

Tilicho Pass is another feature highlighted in the Tilicho Lake

Trekking. Nevertheless, the diversity in the landscapes,

temperature and the people that changing every few days

ornate this trek as a unique and exceptional trek.

Tilicho Lake Trek with Black Diamond Expedition begins with

a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Chamje passing through

towns, villages and farmland. The real trek starts from

Chamje leading to a slow climb most of the way following the

raging Marsyangdi River upstream all the way to its source at

Manang and beyond. From Manang, following the North

West route and heading towards Tilicho Lake Base Camp and

Tilicho Lake. From Chauri Kharka. the trek descends downhill

towards Jomsom. The amazing trek at Tilicho Lake ends with

the scenic flight from Jomsom to Pokhara and drive back to

Kathmandu.

Although Tilicho Lake Trek is a part of Annapurna Circuit

Trekking, we have a customized trail that gives you extra joy

and thrilling experience. Tilicho Lake Trek.

Overview

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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1340 m)

Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be met by one of our representatives and makes an arrangement to

transfer you to a hotel by private tourist vehicle. Overnight at hotel Encounter Nepal, Dinner.

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing and Trek Preparation

Today after breakfast we will start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu. Some of

these landmarks are considered World Heritage Sites; including the historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati

Nath, the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambunath) and Buddhists shrine (Bauddha Nath) which is one of the large Stupas in the

world. In the afternoon, there will be a pre-trip discussion where we can meet our trek leader and other team members. Black

Diamond representative briefs us regarding our trek as well as provides us an opportunity to ask any questions we may have regarding

our upcoming adventure. Hotel Encounter Nepal, Breakfast

Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Besi Shahar (830m/2723ft). 5:30 hours

Today we will leave our hotel at 7.00 am in the morning after we have our breakfast. We will view a panoramic landscape and the

greenery along the Trishuli and Marshyangdi rivers all the way to Besishar. It is about 185km from Kathmandu. On arrival at Besisahar

you will witness stunning snowcapped mountain scenery. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

About Leader

You are really fortunate to spend time with our guides

who hold strong communication skills. They are great at

projecting their voices across a group in a cler and easy to

understand manner. They are gifted with what you call to

be the great conversationalists with outgoing

personalities. We ensure you that you feel open and

comfortable talking to whoever accompanies you as your

guide. Our guides possess a great experience of almost all

the travel and trekking sites of Nepal. They can

disseminate their awesome knowledge and experiences

to you. They are not only enthusiastic but at the same

time are humorous as well to relieve you from the often

tiresome walks. We never compromise when it comes to

time. Our guides are always punctual and perform things

in time. They have keen sense of direction and can easily

lead you in whichever route you follow them. Mostly, we

assign the local guides who can bring their own

knowledge, gain a genuine experience.

Tilicho Lake Trekking/Itinerary

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Day 4: Drive to Syange and trek to Chamje(1560m/5118ft). 2 hours’ Drive & 4:30 hours Trek

Today, after breakfast, we drive from Besishahar to Syange from where our trek starts. The trekking trail leads us through beautiful

landscapes. Crossing the Marsyangdi River on a suspension bridge. We then follow the river to the stone village of Jagat before

climbing through forest to Chamje at 1400meters. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

Day 5: Trek from Chamje to Dhararpani (1810m/5938ft). 5:30 hours

After breakfast, our day begins with the rocky trail following the Marsyandi Rivers steadily uphill to Tal at 1675meters, the first village

in the Manang district. We make a trail verse crossing a wide, flat valley. The journey continues up and down to Dharapani at 1890

meters, a stone entrance chorten typical of the Tibetan influenced villages. The typical flat roofed stone houses of local Tibetans

design along with the village surrounded by apple Orchards and maize fields are on the sight. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

Day 6: Trek from Dharapani to Chame (2725m/8940ft). 6 hours

The trail climbs to Bahundanda and Tyanja at 2360 meters, then continuing through forest, but near the river, to Kopar at 2590meters.

As we reach Chame, the headquarters of the Manang district, we are rewarded by the fine views of Annapurna II as we approach

Chame & two small hot springs by the town. Along this route we are introduced to a local community said to have migrated from

Tibet a long time back, noticeable by their different features. With them, they have bought local Tibetan house designs and maintained

their ways. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

Day 7: Trek from Chame to Pisang (3190m/10466ft). 5:30 hours

The day starts through deep forest in a steep and narrow valley, crosses a river on a long bridge at 2910 meters. We then cross another

bridge at 3040 meters, from there the view of the soaring Paungda Danda rock face really begins to appear. From there the trail joins

to climb to Pisang, which sprawls between 3200m & 3300meters. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

Day 8: Trek from Pisang to Manang (3500m/11483ft); 5 hours

Today we continue through the drier upper part of the Manang district, cut off from the full effect of the monsoon by the Annapurna

Range. People of this region herd the yaks & raise crops for part of the year. They also continue to enjoy special trading rights gained

way back in 1784. Leaving Pisang, we have alternate trails north and south of the Marsyangdi River which meets up again at Mungji.

The southern route by Hongde, with its airstrip, at 3325meters which involves less climbing than the northern route via Ghyaru,

though there are better views on the trail that follows the northern bank of the river. From Mungji, the trail continues past the

picturesque but partially hidden village of Bryanga at 3475meters to nearby Manang at 3540meters. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

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Day 9: Rest Day in Manang for acclimatization

Today we spend a day acclimatizing in Manang. The whole day we spend doing some fine day walks and over viewing the magnificent

views around the village & the day time is best to gain altitude. At the end of the day, we return to our accommodation & have a night

rest. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

Day 10: Trek to Khangsar Village (3700m/11203ft); 5 hours

After acclimatized at Manang we continue our adventure for Tilicho Lake, from Manang one heads out through the western gates and

then one follows the path down to the river. After crossing the Khangsar Khola on the bridge below Khangsar and ascend the slope to

the village, a village still in the old Tibetan style and which is also known as last village of Nepal. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

Day 11: Trek to Tilicho Lake base camp (4525m/13701ft). 4 hours.

Continue from Khangsar on a large path. Pass a Gompa (monastery). The route ahead goes on a recently constructed path up towards

a high ridge. At one point is an intersection. One path maintains the altitude, traversing the slopes towards a place where the valley

is narrow; the other continues to ascend towards the line of the ridge. The former is the old path and is much more difficult as it goes

on really steep screed; the latter is the new path that goes a completely different way. Continue along the new path, reach a high

crest, and descend on switch backs carved out through the screed slopes to a side valley of the main valley. At its bottom is a brook.

On the other side of it is a building known as Tilicho Base Camp at elevation of 4200 meters. Overnight at a Guesthouse

Day 12: Trek to Tilicho lake (4910m/14876ft) and back to Base camp. 6 hours.

Today our journey start early in the morning around 6 AM as we try to avoid the wind. From Base camp to the Tilicho lake takes

another 3-4 hours. Tilicho Lake is a cold barren place in the afternoon and claimed as highest lake of the world. After we spend some

time around Tilicho Lake we will return same way back to Base Camp as there are no any accommodation facilities at Tilicho Lake

area. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

Day 13: Trek to Yak Kharka (4090m/13418ft). 5 hours

Returning from Base camp you can keep high and follow a track 400meters or so above Khangsar village passing through the ruins of

old Khangsar and follow an unmarked trail which will lead you around and down to cross the river on an old log bridge between

Gumsang and Yak Kharka. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

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Day 14: Trek to Throung Phedi (4441m/14570ft); 6 hours

Today, after ascending for two and half hour the trail descends to cross the river at 4310meters we then climb up to Thorong Phedi

at 4450meters where we have recently found some good Guesthouses built. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

Day 15: Trek to Muktinath via Thoroung-la passes (5416m/17769ft); 8:30 hrs

Today is a long trek starting before sunrise at 4 am to reach the pass by 9-10 am otherwise weather conditions will greatly affect the

journey. We cross over at an altitude of 5416 meters we can be exposed to strong winds if crossing too late. We start to climb steeply

that is regularly used and easy to follow. However, the problem may arise due to the altitude and snow. It often causes terrible

problems to cross the pass if it is covered by snow, but it is all depending on the weather condition. About four hours climb up to the

pass marked by the chortens & prayer flags. As you reach the top, you are rewarded by the magnificent view from the top with

another 4 hours trek will take to the holy town of Muktinath. Muktinath means place of Nirvana and is home to the Muktinath temple

as well as several monasteries. It is said that all sorrows you feel are relieved when visiting the Temple, which is a scared pilgrimage

site to both Hindus and Buddhists. The main pilgrimage normally takes place in September. The Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu

and has 108 waterspouts around it from which Holy water pours. Another attraction nearby is the Jwala Mai Temple this contains a

spring and an eternal flame fed by natural underground gas. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

Day 16: Trek to Jomsom(2720 m); 5 hours

Today we follow the trail down to the Eklebhatti, and then follow the Kaligandaki River to Jomsom. Jomsom is large town with many

facilities, it is also headquartering and official town for whole Mustang district where all the government office are available for local

people in Mustang. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

Day 17: Flight to Pokhara and transfer to the hotel; 25 min.

Today 25 minutes morning flight takes us to Pokhara from Jomsom. Once we arrive at Pokhara airport, we then drive to hotel. In the

afternoon we will have a sightseeing tour around Pokhara valley, which covers Fewa Lake, Devi’s water fall, Museum. Overnight back

at hotel.

Day 18: Pokhara Sightseeing

Today is the day to explore Pokhara valley. Early morning, you will have an excursion to Sarangkot hill to witness sunrise view over

Annapurna Range. If the weather supports you, you will witness the mesmerizing sunrise. Afterwards, back to hotel for breakfast.

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Rest for few hours. Afternoon visit Bindhyabashini Temple, Seti Gorge, Davi’s Fall, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave and Refugee Camp. in

the evening, you are free for personal activities like shopping, traditional massage or just relax in the lakeside. Overnight in Pokhara.

Day 19: Drive to Kathmandu; 6 hours

After breakfast drive towards Kathmandu - enjoy the scenic view along Trishuli river. En route stop for tea break. On arrival check

into Hotel followed by a welcome drink. After lunch in the hotel enjoy hang around the freak street of Thamel. Return to hotel.

Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 20: Departure Day

After breakfast, the trip ends, one of our representatives will drop you at the Tribhuvan international airport for your final flight

departure from Nepal.

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Package includes Package Excludes

➢ All the ground transportation as per the itinerary.

➢ Hotel in Kathmandu (2 nights) and Pokhara (One night) with breakfast at 3

stars level.

➢ Meals 3 times a day (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trekking and

Pokhara.

➢ Twin sharing comfortable and clean private room in trekking (11 nights).

➢ Domestic flight ticket from Jomsom to Pokhara with airport tax.

➢ Trip Map.

➢ An experienced, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly and English-speaking

trekking guide and porter to carry your luggage during the trek (2

trekkers:1 porter).

➢ Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment,

transportation, local tax for Guide and porter.

➢ First aid kit.

➢ Four season sleeping bag and down jackets to use for trekking, if

necessary.

➢ Trip achievement appreciation certificate.

➢ All necessary paper works and Annapurna conservation entry permits.

➢ Emergency helicopter rescue arrangement which will be paid by your

insurance company.

➢ TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System).

➢ All our government taxes, vat, local tax, tourist service charges.

➢ Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

➢ All kinds of drinks in the mountain.

➢ Sightseeing in Kathmandu.

➢ Personal equipment.

➢ International airfare to and from

Kathmandu.

➢ Travel and rescue insurance.

➢ Extra personal expenses (phone calls,

laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, laundry,

shower, excess baggage charges)

➢ Tips for trekking staff and driver

➢ Any other expenses not mentioned on

'Price Includes' section.

If you would like to be part of this amazing trip, or would like more information, please contact

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