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Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake [1]
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Date: 2025-02-18
Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake is one of the most stunning and diverse treks in Nepal, combining high mountain passes, deep gorges, picturesque villages, and the world's highest alpine lake—Tilicho Lake (4,919m).
Trip Overview
Duration : 16-20 days
: 16-20 days Max Altitude : 5,416m (Thorong La Pass)
: 5,416m (Thorong La Pass) Difficulty : Moderate to Challenging
: Moderate to Challenging Best Season : Spring (March-May) & Autumn (Sept-Nov)
: Spring (March-May) & Autumn (Sept-Nov) Start/End Points: Besisahar to Jomsom (or Pokhara)
Key Highlights
✅ Thorong La Pass (5,416m) – One of the highest trekking passes in the world
✅ Tilicho Lake (4,919m) – Highest glacial lake with breathtaking views
✅ Cultural Experience – Tibetan-influenced Buddhist monasteries, local Gurung and Thakali communities
✅ Diverse Landscapes – From lush green valleys to arid Himalayan deserts
✅ Muktinath Temple (3,800m) – A sacred site for Hindus & Buddhists
Suggested Itinerary
Day 1-2: Kathmandu to Besisahar & Trek to Chame
Day 3-4: Chame to Manang (3,540m)
Pass through pine forests, waterfalls, and villages like Pisang
Acclimatization day in Manang
Day 5-6: Manang to Tilicho Base Camp (4,150m)
Trek via Khangsar and Shree Kharka
Stay at Base Camp
Day 7: Tilicho Lake (4,919m) & Back to Yak Kharka
Day 8-9: Yak Kharka to Thorong La Pass (5,416m) & Muktinath
Cross Thorong La Pass, then descend to Muktinath
Day 10-12: Muktinath to Jomsom & Pokhara
Visit Muktinath temple, trek to Jomsom2w
Flight or drive to Pokhara
Cost & Permits
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) – NPR 3,000 (~$25)
– NPR 3,000 (~$25) TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) Card – NPR 2,000 (~$15)
– NPR 2,000 (~$15) Total cost varies ($800-$1,500) depending on trek style
Difficulty & Preparation
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