Annapurna Circuit and Tilicho Lake
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Tintin and Sherpa Adventure Trekking Pvt. Ltd.
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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The Annapurna Circuit Trek is a popular and challenging trek that takes you through a variety of landscapes and cultures in the Annapurna region of Nepal. The trek is usually completed in about 11 days, depending on the itinerary and pace of the trekker. It can also be extended for a week to visit Ice Lake at 4600m and Tilicho lake at 4900m. Tilicho lake is the highest altitude freshwater lake in the planet. The trek passes through 5416m Thorang la pass. The Annapurna Circuit Trek offers breathtaking views of some of the highest peaks in the Himalayas, including Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu. You will also have the opportunity to visit ancient monasteries and temples, including the famous Muktinath temple, which is considered a sacred pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu and Evening Sightseeing —
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Day 2Drive to Beshisahar (760m/ 2490 ft) and Chame (2700m / 8858 ft) —
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Day 3Trek from Chame to Pisang (3,300m / 10,826.77 ft) —
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Day 4Trek from Pisang to Braka (3,540m/ 11614.17 ft) —
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Day 5From Braka, trek to Ice lake (4620 m/ 15157 ft ) and back, Trek to Manang (3,519m / 11545 ft) —
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Day 6Optional Rest day in Manang —
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Day 7Trek from Manang to Shree Kharka (4,110m/ 13,484.25 ft) —
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Day 8Trek from Shreekharka to Tilicho Base camp (4144 m / 13596 ft) —
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Day 9Trek to Tillicho lake (4919m / 16138 ft) and back to Tilicho base camp —
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Day 10Trek from Tilicho Base Camp to Yak Kharka (4,110m/ 13,484 ft) —
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Day 11Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,600m/ 15091.86 ft) —
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Day 12Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3,800m / 12467 ft) via Thorong La Pass (5,416m/ 17769 ft) — On this day, we cover roughly 20 km / 12.5 miles. Initially, it is a challenging uphill hike of almost 900m. We start at 4:00am in the morning and reach Thorang High Camp at 6-7am. We will have tea and breakfast and continue forward to Thorang la pass and spend some time taking photos. We munch on some snacks and continue steep downhill for a 1600m descent to Muktinath. The journey down from Thorong La Pass should be straightforward and is only about eight kilometers. However, in icy conditions and slippery rocks, it can slow-going. We should reach Muktinath hotel in the early afternoon. Overnight in Muktinath Hotel with a nice and warm meal.
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Day 13Trek from Muktinath to Jomson (2,670m/ 8759.84 ft) — It’s a beautiful trek through Lupra Pass. View of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Tukuche and Mt. Mana Pathi extends north to Mt. Mustang and the landscape in Mystifying. The descend from Lupra Pass to the village of Lupra, a village of Bonpo followers is strenuous and then the trail is more easy from there to Jomson. We will have something to eat and drink in Lupra before continuing to Jomsom. We will stay in a hotel in Jomsom.
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Day 14Jomsom to Pokhara by flight the next day or whole day jeep ride the same day — Jomsom is the district headquarters and administrative center of Mustang. The airport connects to Pokhara by flights. We can terminate our trek in Jomson and catch a flight to Pokhara or catch a jeep ride for 10-12 hrs to reach Pokhara by road. The view of Mt. Nilgiri is a sight to behold and is directly south and east of Jomsom. If time permits, we will visit the village of Marpha, an ethnic Thakali Village 9 km south of Jomson. It is famous for apples, apple brandy and yak meats.
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Day 15Fly to Kathmandu and Afternoon Sightseeing and shopping — It’s a 25 min short flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu. If you are seated on the left window, you will see Mt. Dhaulagiri on west, Annapurna ranges followed by Manaslu, Ganesh and Langtang on north and your flight time will be over before you even notice. We will settle in the hotel and visit the city for sightseeing and souvenir shopping.
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Day 16Return back home — We will drop you at the airport and bid you a pleasant bye for your return journey home.
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What's included in your experience
Included
- Hotel in Kathmandu
- Airport transfers
- Bus Transfer Kathmandu to Basi Sahar and Jeep to Chame
- English-speaking local expert guide, porters, and climbing guide.
- 3-time meals during the trekking in the tea house
- Accommodations during the trekking
- Tent and all the foods from- to high camp/summits
- ACAP Permit, TIMS permit
- Flight ticket from Jomsom
- One-night hotel in Pokhara
- Tourist bus to Kathmandu
- Equipment clothing for Porter Local climbing Sherpa
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- Insurance for all staff/ porters, Rope, Ices Crow, Snow bar
Not included
- Personal climbing gears and clothing (available on hire)
- Anything not included in trip inclusion section
- Tips, any expenses of own nature, client's insurance
- Personal Insurance
Essential trip information
Fitness & eligibility
1
Meeting point
Kathmandu
What to bring
- ESSENTIAL GEARS
- Trekking Backpack 55-60 liters
- Two comfortable walking pants or Trousers
- Rain proof Layer or a Goretex layer to wear outside of down jacket or fleece
- Thermal wear/Base Layers two sets, Preferably Merino or smart wool
- 5 sports underpants and 6 pair socks
- A pair of Winter Gloves and light fleece gloves
- Gore Tex Hiking Shoes and one light pair trekking shoes (HOKA/ALTRA/LA SPORTIVA)
- Trekking Poles
- Cat 3 or 4 Sunglasses that protects from UV rays and Cap and Warm HAT (Topi)
- One Down Jacket
- One Fleece Jacket or Mid Layer
- Full sleeve dry fit t shirts 2
- 1 litre Nalgene water bottle (also to keep us warm at night)
- MEDICINES
- Sunscreen 1 tube + Lip Balm 1 small tube
- Diamox (Acetazolamide) 125 mg 24 tabs
- Advil/Tylenols/Nyquils
- Enough pack of Electrolytes
- Pepto Bismol or other Ant Diarrhoeal Medicine
- Vitamin C tablets and Vitamin B 12 enough for two weeks
- SNACKS
- A pack of Jolly Ranchers and Trail Mix
- Cliff Bars or Protein BAR
- Beef and Turkey Jerky, Salamis, Cheese Sticks etc
- HYGIENE PACKS
- Trekking Towel
- Travel size body wash and shampoo (hotel type)
- Toothbrush and Paste
- Small pack of refreshing face wipe (We will get toilet paper in Nepal)
- Deodrant Stick (not spray) small sick
- Small clothe wash tube to wash socks and underpants
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