Tilicho Lake and Annapurna Circuit Trek - 15 Days

Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport, transfer to Hotel - Altitude: 1350/4428 ft.
On your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, one of our office representatives will pick up you and escort you to the hotel as well as help you to check-in at the hotel. After refreshment, you will be briefed about the next day trip. 

Day 02: Drive to Besisahar- Altitude: 760 m/ 2510 ft. | Drive: 8-9 hrs. – bus/ 6 hrs. - Jeep | Meal: BLD
After having breakfast, our guide will meet you at the hotel to drive to Besisahar. Recheck your luggage and be ready for a drive. Following the River Marshyangdi, you will reach Besisahar. On the way, you can explore the Green Mountain, a scattered village, and refreshing landscape. Stay overnight at the local lodge.

Day 03:    Jeep drive to Chame (Stopover for acclimatization) - Altitude: 2670 m/8810 ft. Drive: 7/8 hrs. - local bus | Meal: BLD
From Besisahar, catching a local bus, you will start to drive on a bumpy road towards Chame. It is a small village of the Annapurna Region at an elevation of 1430 m. You can enjoy the waterfall that attracts both the local and tourists. Stay overnight at the local lodge.

Day 04:   Trek Chame to Pisang - Altitude: 3200 m/10524 ft. | Trek: 5- 6 hours | Meal: BLD
Today, you will have a steep walk through dense forest into a narrowed valley. Crossing the raging Himalayan River at two points 2,910m & 3,040m are absolute highlights of the trek. Just crossing a suspension bridge at 3040m, the stunning view of Rocky Hill Paungda Danda feasts catch by the eyes. Beyond here, the course connects towards Pisang on a steep trail. Pisang nestles between 3,200m and 3,300meters. Stay overnight at the local lodge.

Day 05: Trek Pisang to Manang, Overnight at the local lodge - Altitude: 3400 m/11152 ft. | Trek: 5 to 6 hrs. | Meal: BLD
After breakfast, you will walk through the arid & higher region of Manang.  As you trek higher, the region affected is at the rain shadow of Annapurna comes into sight. Natives of this county flock yak most of the times of the year and cultivate crops for a very short period of the year. As you leave Pisang, you will tread along the northern via Ghyaru for the better views of the Himalayan peaks throughout the trail that chases along the northern bank of the river. Now, you will arrive at Munchi. Beyond Munchi, the trail passes the charming and the authentic village of Braga 3475m. The last push brings to Manang.

Day 06: Rest day at Manang for acclimatization - Altitude: 3400 m/11152 ft. | Meal: BLD
Starts a day with morning tea and explore the surrounding. Today, you will take a rest day. Hence, it is your time to use as you like. You can hike for a while to get familiarize with altitude. You can go nearby Gangapurna glacier or visit the Manang village, Gompas, and cave exploring native people and culture. Spend overnight at Lodge.

Day 07: Short Trek to Khansar Village - Altitude: 3734 m/12322 ft. | Treks: 2 to 3 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Today, you will have a short climbing up to the Khangsar village. Walking ahead for a while, the trail cuts down through a gorge. From here, you can click the picturesque view of Tilicho Peak along with the beautiful Annapurna range. On the way, you will cross a small settlement and monastery and pass along the Khangsar river and a wall taking you to Khangsar. Stay overnight at the local lodge.

Day 08: Excursion to Tilicho Lake, back to Tilicho Base Camp/Khangsar village - Altitude: 5200m/17056ft | Trek: 6 to 7 hrs. | Meal: BLD
One of the highlights of this trek is your visit to Tilicho Lake, a beautiful lake at an altitude 4920 m forming the highest lake in the world. Today, you will starts trek through a grassy field and slightly climb up to a hill from where you can view the entire valley. Then, slowly slopping down in a steep inclination, you will reach Tilicho Base Camp. Resting for a while, walk-in steep uphill onto a moraine, along with the side of the mountain. You will never be missed to grasp the closest views of spectacular peaks- Tilicho, Nilgiri, Khangsar as well as Muktinath Peak. Reaching Tilicho Lake, you will get an eye-popping view of tranquil lake and surrounding. Enjoy the surrounding for a while, then make your journey to Tilicho Base Camp.

Day 09: Trek Khansar Village to Yak Kharka - Altitude: 4010m/13153ft | Trek: 4-5 hrs. | Meal: BLD
While returning from the Tilicho Base Camp, you will follow the trail to the alpine vegetation. Walk along the ruins of the old Khangsar village, you will cross a wooden suspension bridge leading you towards the Yak Kharka. It is a place where Yaks are left for grazing. From here, you can have outstanding views of Annapurna III. Stay overnight at the local lodge.

Day 10: Trek Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi - Altitude: 4,450 m/ 14685 ft. | Trek: 5-6 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Today, you will walk uphill to the Thorang Phedi. Walking for a while in an easy trail, you will cross a suspension bridge leading you towards Ledar village. Then, slightly ascend and passing through towering cliffs, you will reach Thorang Phedi. It is the last village before Thorang-la Pass. During the trail, you can click the views of Mt. Gundang, Thorang Peak, Mt. Syangang and Mt. Khatungkan. Overnight in Thorang Phedi.

Day 11: Trek to Muktinath via Thorung La pass - 8 hrs - Altitude: Thorung-la Pass: 5416 m/ 17873 ft. Muktinath: 3800 m/12540 ft. | Trek: 7-8 hrs. | Meal: BLD
Here comes the most exciting and adventurous time as you are going to cross the world’s largest pass- The Thorong-La pass. Hence, today’s trek will be lengthy, you will starts trek early. Five hours of steep strenuous walk from the camp at Thorung Phedi brings you to the top of Thorung La Pass 5416m. The regular course to Thorung La Pass seems easy. However, a number of difficulties might encounter due to the elevation and snow. Getting up to the pass may be tough but the acme of the pass marked by revered Chortens and colorful prayer flags will reward you with the most eye-catching views of the Himalayas that include Annapurna at its best.

Day 12: Trek Muktinath to Jomsom - Altitude: 2720 m/ 8976 ft. | Trek: 5-6 hrs. | Meal: BLD
You will descend through the Kali Gandaki Valley to Jomsom, the windy city & the home to the apple orchard of Nepal.  Coming down the hill, you always have to be cautious and not be excited to reach the destination. Spend overnight at the local lodge.

Day 13:     Fly to Pokhara, transfer to Hotel - Altitude: 820 m/2705 ft. | Flight: 20 minutes | Meal: BLD
From the windy city, Jomsom and you will take a flight back to Pokhara. Leaving the tranquil isolation, as you land at Pokhara, you will be once again transferred to your hotel in the city. Rest of the evening on your own.

Day 14: Drive to Kathmandu - Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. | Drive: 6-7 hrs. | Meal: B
While driving back to Kathmandu the 1st half of the trip is along the highway above Seti and Marsyandi Rivers and the latter half winds along Trisuli River. Green hills along the spiral roads, stopping in between for snacks (fish) are the trip highlights. Upon arriving at Kathmandu, you will be transferred to the hotel in the city. 

Day 15: Depart Kathmandu - Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. | Meal: B
Our tour officer will pick you up from your hotel three hours prior to your departure time. You will be escorted in a private vehicle to the airport for your final departure. Have a safe flight home. 

Dates and Cost

Note : Set your own departure date if you have a group size of 2 packs or more.

Service Includes: 

• Airport transfer by Treks Planner Nepal's office representatives in a private vehicle
• Accommodation at Apsara Boutique Hotel or similar in Kathmandu with breakfast on twin sharing basis 
• Accommodation  at well and comfortable Mountain Lodge available en-route during the trek (Few nights’ at during trek with attached bathroom/toilets)
• Accommodation at Hotel Batika in Pokhara or similar in Pokhara with breakfast on twin sharing basis
• Full board meal during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• English speaking, First Aid and Eco-trained local trekking guide, Assistance guide as per the group size, porters (2:1)
• All the expenses for guide and porters along with Insurance
• Domestic Airfare and Tax for the sector Jomsom/Pokhara
• Kathmandu/Besisahar drive in a private vehicle 
• Pokhara to Kathmandu transfer in a private vehicle.
• Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) fee
• Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Card fee
• Exclusive medical kit bag, Duffle Bag, Trekking T-shirt, Trekking Maps, Adventure Certificate
• Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket during Trek
• All government and local taxes as applicable

Service Excludes:

• Nepal Visa - (Cost- US$- 25 for 15 days & $- 40 for 30 days)
• Lunch & evening meals while in Kathmandu and Pokhara 
• Travel insurance
• Cost of personal nature expenses, Beverages (Mineral water or coca cola), cost of extra meals, snacks, phones bills, Internet, WiFi, laundry etc.
• The cost incurred during the emergency, evacuations
• Extra expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as landslides, political disturbances, strikes, early end of the trip due to rescues etc.
• Tips for Guide/porters/driver…
• Anything not included in - Service Includes

Passport and Visas:
First, be sure you have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date.  You can obtain visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or up on arrival in Kathmandu Airport. Nepalese visas cost USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days till date.

Get the required visa for Nepal.
You can get Nepal visa prior to arrival from the Nepalese Embassy at your home country. Likewise, you can easily get an up on arrival visa at Kathmandu airport and other different borders from Nepal. This is for those who travel from India and Tibet. For more information and download please visit Nepal Visa Information.

Bring Official Papers
Some of the required official documents are your valid passport, 4 extra passport sized photographs (for trekking permits), travel insurance, airline tickets and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon entry into Nepal. For detail information we request you to visit our visa page.

Money & Credit card Info
We find that most of the credit card, master and visa card is blocked from your card provider. It may be because of a security reason. It, sometimes, may bring you in problematic situation that you can't get money from ATMs and that you find difficult to pay for your treks and tour. To find yourself free from this problem, you can call to your card provider before you travel to Nepal and inform there that you are traveling to Nepal. Ensure them to give the authorization for the payment. In Nepal you have to pay 3.5 % credit card commission s per Nepal Bank rules, on top of your payable amount for the trek cost.  So, please be sure that you bring some cash in USD to pay us. Likewise, be sure you have brought some small amount for your daily expenses as well as for those items which are not included in our cost. We request you not to change money in the Airport. The exchange rate is very low there. Our office provides you the facility to change your money. Or, you can take help from Money Changers in Thamel.

Travel Insurance:
Our clients must have comprehensive travel insurance package. Their insurance must cover against medical, personal accident, emergency evacuation, trip cancellation, lost of gears, natural calamity, theft of or damage to baggage etc.

Who can trek?
No special degree of fitness is required and that there is no age barrier. However, in the areas over 3000m altitude, extra care should be taken. One can trek who have strong legs and the spirit for adventure to explore the exotic will enjoy the thrills of trekking in the hills of Nepal. Normally, for weary trekkers we have a list of short, easy and exotic treks and for the experienced trekkers we offer a longer trek with lots of excitement and adventure. We encourage all men and women, families, students and professionals around the world to enjoy the enchanting trekking in Nepal. You can join us as an individual team member or with your own group. We commit to arrange a best trekking that delight you in the Nepal Himalayas. If you can have fun walking for 3-6 hours up and down hills to Nepal, pack your luggage and join us for an exhilarating and unforgettable journey. All the necessary things for your trekking will be arranged by us. What you can do is to enjoy the beautiful scenery and magnificent view of Nepal Himalayas.

Clothing and Equipment for Traveling in Nepal
Trekking in the Himalayas need to arrangement of equipment as you have to find yourself comfortable at higher altitude. The basic clothing item that you are expected to be prepared with are well described here. Remember that excess baggage is likely to be a burden for yourself and your supporting staff. "Pack light, but pack right", is our motto. This will allow you to enjoy a comfortable journey with your energies and enthusiastic zeal focused on the exploration of this enchanting Nepal scenic beauty. Please visit here for Clothing and Equipment list.

Buying and Renting Equipment in Kathmandu
It is not really necessary to spend large amount of money buying extra equipment and clothing prior to your trip. It is because most of the trekking equipment can be hired from many adventure shops within Kathmandu. Most of the gear is locally manufactured (hence a lot cheaper). Some Chinese gear are likely to be more expensive but qualitative. Sleeping bag and down jacket are easily rented. Each item can be rented for less than USD 1, for a day. You have to manage other items buying them yourself. However, these items are more likely to be cheaper than those in your hometown. We will arrange all the necessary items you need on the second day of your arrival. 

Vaccination for Nepal
All travelers should consult with their physician or update on vaccination requirements before travel. (Your doctor or health-care provider will determine what you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities) For traveling to Nepal; we recommend you to take a vaccination of Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies etc, it is not really must but recommended.

How to Book
While you chose which trip you wanted to go with, contact us to our head office Thamel Kathmandu Nepal by mail or phone, email is more easy and clear options, as soon as we get your email or call we will process for your booking. We need 20% booking amount to confirm your booking, the payment can be made through the Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa card) or through online money transfers also Money Gram, Western Unions or others. After we get the 20% amount we will confirm your booking and you will get the official booking and payment receipt. The final balance for the tour will be paid up on arrival in Kathmandu.