Trip facts of 15 Days Short Tilicho Lake Trek
Destination
Nepal/ Annapurna
Duration
15 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate
Activities
Tour and Trek
Accommodation
Hotels / Tea House
Food
Breakfast /Lunch /Dinner
Best Season
Sept to Nov / Mar to May
Max.altitude
5416m
Transportation
Drive/ Flight
Group Size
1 to 14++
15 Days Short Tilicho Lake Trek
- Day 1: Arrival in Nepal and Transfer to Hotel
- Day 2: Drive Kathmandu to Besishahar (800m) (175km, 7hrs drive)
- Day 3: Jeep Drive from Besisahar to Chame (2650m) (67Km, 5 Hrs Drive)
- Day 4: Chame to Pisang (3250m) (13Km, 6 Hrs)
- Day 5: Pisang to Manang (3540m) (15Km, 7 Hrs) / (19Km, 9 Hrs)
- Day 6: Acclimatization day in Manang
- Day 7: Trek from Manang to Shree Kharka (4080m) (8Km, 6Hrs)
- Day 8: Trek from Shree Khakra to Tilicho lake base camp (4150m) (6Km, 4Hrs)
- Day 9: Trek from Tilicho Base camp to Tilicho Lake (4920m) and trek back to base camp (12Km, 7Hrs both way)
- Day 10: Trek from Tilicho base camp to Yak Kharka (4050m) (12Km, 7Hrs)
- Day 11: Yak Kharka to Throng Phedi (4550) (6Km, 4 Hrs)
- Day 12: Throng Phedi – Thorong La pass (5416m) and Muktinath (3800m) (17Km, 10 Hrs)
- Day 13: Muktinath to Pokhara (174Km, 8 Hrs drive)
- Day 14: Drive or Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu or Lumbini (200kms –7Hrs drive or 30min flight)
- Day 15: Departure from Nepal or follow your Next trip
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15 Days Short Tilicho Lake Trek Summary
The 15 Days Short Tilicho Lake Trek is an exhilarating journey that combines the classic Annapurna Circuit Trek with a visit to the stunning Tilicho Lake, one of the highest lakes in the world. This trek offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural encounters, and challenging high-altitude passes like the renowned Thorong La Pass. The route takes you through picturesque villages, including the acclimatization stop at Manang Village, providing insights into the rich traditions of the Himalayan communities.
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What’s Included
- Transport I: Airport pick-up and drop in Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Lumbini, with private vehicle
- Accommodation: Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Lumbini (based on the itinerary), including breakfast
- Documents: All required trekking permits (ACAP and TIMS), official documents, paperwork, office service charges, and government taxes
- Transport II: Transportation between Kathmandu or Lumbini to Pokhara (round trip) is arranged as per the itinerary, either by tourist bus, private vehicle, or plane
- Transport III: Transportation from Pokhara to the trek start point and back from the trek end point according to the itinerary
- Guide: Experience trekking guide
- Porters: One porter will be provided for every two trekkers
- Duffel Bag: If you need a duffel bag, please let us know before booking the trip and remind us after you arrive
- Trekking Map: A trekking route map for the group leader
- Food and Accommodation: Food and accommodation during the trek in tea houses (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Nepali Dinner: A farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant
What’s Excluded
- Flight ticket: International flight tickets and airport tax
- Nepal visa: You can get your Nepal visa upon arrival at the airport
- City Lunch: Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu / Pokhara / Lumbini
- City tour: city tour with a vehicle and entry fees for visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Personal expenses: like laundry, phone calls, snacks, drinks, bar bills, and camera battery charging
- Travel Insurance: It should cover emergency evacuation if needed, while trekking to the highest point listed in the itinerary
- Trekking Equipment: Personal trekking gears for your comfort and safety
- Transport IV: Local jeep or bus transport during the trek (if needed but not mentioned in the itinerary)
- Tips and Gifts: Tips for guides, porters, drivers and related staff during trip
