Tilicho Lake Trek

Highlights

Tilicho Lake trek is among one of the world's largest lakes, having an altitude of 4,919 meters (16,138 feet). The gorgeous blue seas, covered by large peak, create a magnificient spectacle.
During our route, you are going to encounter wide range of scenery, from colorful green forest to rocky mountain peak levels. The vistas of snowcapped peaks, wide valleys, and flowing waterfalls are breathtaking.
Well we can see beautiful views from Manang which includes peaks of Annapurna. This route provides stunning views of the Annapurna mountain range, including peaks like Annapurna I (8,091 meters) and Annapurna III (7,555 meters). The view of these enormous peaks soaring over the landscape is simply spectacular.
The area supports a extensive variety of flora and wildlife's, especially rarest Himalayas fauna such as snow leopards, blue sheep, and musk deer. Through out the way, you will come across different kinds of bird species along with delightful alpine flowers.
The journey goes through traditional Nepalese villages populated by ethnic groups such as the Gurungs and Thakali. You will be able to socialize with people, enjoy their warm welcome, and learn about their special culture and traditions.
The region is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare Himalayan species like the snow leopard, blue sheep, and musk deer. You'll also encounter various species of birds and colorful alpine flowers along the trail.
Tilicho Lake includes through traditional Nepalese villages populated by ethnic groups such as the Gurungs and Thakali. You will be able to socialize with people, enjoy their hospitality, and learn about their special culture and traditions.
Along the way to Tilicho Lake, you're going through the lovely Manang Valley, which is renowned for its Tibetan Buddhist culture and historic monasteries. The valley offers magnificient views of the near by peaks and is an great place to acclimatize before climbing Thorong La Pass.
Tilicho Lake is fed by glacial melt from the surrounding peaks, resulting in a unique phenomena known as "Mesoamerican water runoff." Witnessing this magnificent spectacle enhances the trekking experience.
10 Days Tilicho Lake walk is less hectic compared to the known Annapurna Himalayan , offering a sense of privacy and harmony in pure rural areas. It's an opportunity to get away from the hustle and excitement of everyday and engage oneself in environment.
Finishing the Tilicho Lake base camp particularly over Shirikharka and reaching the lake, provides trekkers with a great sense of accomplishment. It's a difficult journey that rewards you with wonderful memories.

Tilicho Lake Trek, typically takes about ten days and is a attractive journey throughout the challenging environment of Nepal's Annapurna region. Tilicho Lake trek is well-known for its difficult but rewarding journey, which finishes in the magnificent beauty of Tilicho Lake, situated at a surprising altitude of 4,919 meters (16,138 feet) amidst the towering peaks of the Himalayas. Trekkers begin their trek in the hectic town of Besisahar and follow a gorgeous route that winds through various terrains like as beautiful forests, terraced land for agriculture, and lonely mountain villages, providing a complete immersion experience in the region's rich cultural tapestry.

Trekkers go further into the Himalayas, the environment changes drastically, with tall mountains touching the sky and icy glaciers shining in the sun. Along the trip, travelers come across isolated mountain villages populated by indigenous groups, which allow them to meet with people and learn about their customs and traditions. Tilicho lake trek highlight is undoubtedly the breathtaking Tilicho Lake, a pure body of water surrounded by towering peaks and flowing waterfalls. Tilicho Lake, surrounded by an aura of peace and spirituality, captivates the senses and provides a reprieve from the rough majesty of the mountains. With each step, the Tilicho Lake Trek offers an extraordinary trip packed with stunning scenery, cultural contacts, and deep moments.

Includes

Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (2 night)
Teahouse accommodation during the trek
Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
Ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
Kathmandu- Besisahar - Kathmandu in private car
Besisahar - Chame - Besisahar by private Jeep
One highly experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 3 peoples) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff
Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation
Down jacket (to be returned after trip completion)
Bharal Adventure’s trekking bag/duffel bag
Certificate as trip achievements
All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS)
Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
All government and local taxes

Doesn't Include

Nepalese visa fee
International airfare to and from Kathmandu
Excess baggage charges
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu incase of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Travel and rescue insurance
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)

Equipment List

This list is a guideline to help you pack for your adventure. Also understand that the items listed below will vary a little according to the season and the trek duration. Those items marked by an asterisk are provided by Bharal Adventure inclusive in the service. The weight limit for your luggage is 33 pounds or 15 kg. Remember that your luggage will be carried by your porter but you are required to carry a day-pack (with your valuables or anything important) on your own. We also suggest that you pack only what is necessary.

Important documents and items

Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets
Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport), proof of insurance
Dollars, pounds or Euros in cash for purchasing Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, for paying for restaurants and hotels, for gratuities, snacks, and to purchase your own drinks and gifts
Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines (bring a photocopy of your cards), traveler's checks, etc.

Head

Bandana or head scarf, also useful for dusty conditions
Warm hat that covers your ears (wool or synthetic)
Headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs
Sunglasses with UV protection
Prescription sunglasses (if required)

Upper Body

Polypropylene shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves)
Light and expedition weight thermal tops
Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Down vest and/or jacket
Gore-Tex jacket with hood, waterproof and breathable

Hands

1 pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves.
1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves
1 pair of mittens, consists of 1 Gore-Tex over mitt matched with a very warm polar-fleece mitt liner (seasonal)

Lower Body

Non-cotton underwear briefs
1 pair of Hiking shorts
1 pair of Hiking trousers
1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms (seasonal)
1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers
1 pair of waterproof shell pants, breathable fabric

Feet

2 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks
2 pairs of heavy poly or wool socks
1 pair of Hiking boots with spare laces (sturdy soles, water resistant, ankle support, “broken in”)
1 pair of trainers or running shoes and/or sandals
Cotton socks (optional)
Gaiters (winter only), optional, “low” ankle high version

Sleeping

1 sleeping bag (good to -10 degrees C or 14 degrees F)*
Fleece sleeping bag liner (optional)

Rucksack and Travel Bags

1 medium rucksack (50-70 liters/3000-4500 cubic inches, can be used for an airplane carryon)
1 large duffel bag *
A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables, should have good shoulder padding
Small padlocks for duffel-kit bags
2 large waterproof rucksack covers (optional)

Medical

Small, personal first-aid kit. (simple and light)
Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
1 skin-blister repair kit
Anti-diarrhea pills
Anti-headache pills
Cough and/or cold medicine
Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide
Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc. Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant.
Water purification tablets or water filter
1 set of earplugs
Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies

Practical Items

1 small roll of repair tape, 1 sewing-repair kit
1 cigarette lighter, 1 small box of matches
1 compass or GPS(optional)
1 alarm clock/watch
1 digital camera with extra cards and batteries
large Ziplocs
2 water bottles (1 liter each)
1 small folding knife
Binoculars (optional)
4 large, waterproof, disposable rubbish sacks

Toiletries

1 medium-sized quick drying towel
Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
Multi-purpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
Deodorants
Nail clippers
Face and body moisturizer
Female hygiene products
Small mirror

Personal Hygiene

Wet wipes (baby wipes)
Tissue /toilet roll
Anti-bacterial hand wash

Extras/Luxuries

Reading book
Trail map/guide book
Journal and pen
iPod
Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble, playing cards (to help you pass the time at teahouses and/or camps)
1 modest swim suit
Binoculars (optional)
Voltage converter (from 220 to 110)
Plug adapter (2 round pegs to 2 flat pegs)
Lightweight pillow case (in case your teahouses provide you with pillows) or use your own stuff as a pillow

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Trip Itinerary

Arrival in Kathmandu and drive to Hotel [1,300m/4,264 ft] (20 min)

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Kathmandu –Besisahar in private car- Chame by private jeep [2,710m/8,891 ft]: 9 – 10 hours

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Chame – Pisang [3,300m/10,824 ft]: 5 – 6 hours

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Pisang – Manang [3,500m/11,482 ft]: 6 – 7 hours

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Manang to Tilicho Base Camp (4140m/13,583ft): 6-7 hours

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Tilicho Base Camp (4140m/13,583ft) - Tilicho lake (4920m) and back to Shirikharka ( 6 - 7 hours)

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Shirikharka to Brakha (3470m): 4 - 5 hours

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Brakha - Chame trek [2,710m/8,891ft] 7 -8 hours

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Chame to Besisahar by private jeep and directly to Kathmandu by private car [2,710m/8,891 ft]: 9 – 10 hours

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