Frozen Lake Tilicho Trekking Itinerary

On arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, where you will be warmly received by our guides and staff with garland and then transfer you to your hotel in the hub of Kathmandu city, after getting refreshed join in with other members of Frozen Lake Tilicho Trekking, where our guide will brief you with information regarding trekking, do’s and don’ts, Nepalese culture, lodge on route trek with full information to make your stay with us enjoyable and memorable, evening welcome dinner at typical Nepalese restaurant with folk-cultural program as entertainment during dinner.       

Morning after breakfast at given time for sightseeing tour, our city guides will meet you at the hotel for interesting sightseeing tour leading you in the heart of Kathmandu at old Durbar (palace) square of great historical importance includes Temple of Kumari (Living young virgin Goddess) Kastamandap Temple where Kathmandu name derived from, a temple built with the wood of a single tree, tour of old palace during the reign of Malla and late Shah kings.

Tour leads to famous landmark of Nepal at Swayambhunath Stupa of more than 2,500 years old a Buddhist Chaitya or Stupa with all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha.

Afternoon visit holy Hindu Temple of Pashupatinath adorned with silver doors and golden tiers roofed pagoda a popular and famous temple where thousands of pilgrims visits every year in the month of February on Shiva Rartri (Lord Shiva birth anniversary). From Pashupatinath a short drive to Bouddhanath with Asia’s largest domed Stupa with four cardinals eyes of Buddha surrounded with prayer wheels and small market with interesting stores, shops and restaurants, the place is also known as Little Tibet due to strong hold of Tibetan influenced tribe and peoples.

After an interesting and exciting tour of world heritage sites return back to hotel for Frozen Lake Tilicho Trekking preparation and last minute briefing from our guides and staff.

Starting wonderful Frozen Lake Tilicho and semi Annapurna Circuit trekking taking an interesting overland drive towards Nepal mid west, leading to Besisar town (headquarter of Lamjung district). From here transfer to another vehicle and continue drive on dirt road passing villages of Khudi, Bubule and Ngadi following the Marshyangdi River upstream.

Drive continues through rice terraces fields and villages to Syange a small village for overnight stop in the comfort of nice lodge.

From Syange our walk begins with climb leaving Marshyangdi River behind reaching at Jagat village, a farm village with many lodges for trekkers.

After Jagat walk leads on winding path to Chamje, and back at Marshyangdi River crossing to east side into forested area, with super views of Annapurna and Manaslu mountain ranges.

As the walk continues reaching a nice village at Tal Besi, from here another 3 hours walk leads to our overnight stop at Dharapani village.

Dharapani a nice village located on a junction of Annapurna circuit and Manaslu trekking trail.

After Dharapani walk leads into rhododendron and pine forest passing villages of Bagarchap and Danque, then at Timang village with more Buddhist cultured village including views of Mt. Manaslu 8,163m / 26,781ft. From Timang village few hours trek leads to Koto and then to Chame town for overnight stop, Chame a large major town of Manang area and a head quarter town of the district.

From Pisang onwards walk leads close to mountains through alpine forests of rhododendron and pine trees, following Marshyangdi River upstream with short ups and down hills to Bhratang village. From Bhratang village walk follows uphill through alpine woodland to Dhukure Pokhari a small place with few teahouses and lodge overlooking Chulu’s and Pisang peak, with possible lunch stop, and then descends to lower Pisang village for overnight stop. 

Morning views of mountains, from here onward altitude gains as the walk leads through forest with short uphill and views of Annapurna II and III, Gangapurna Chulu’s and Pisang peak.

Walk downhill to reach flat valley at Hongde village, from here onward tree lines fades for barren, arid landscapes with cold, dry arctic climate.

Before Manang, visit old Braga monastery with old Buddhist relics, ancient wall painting and frescos and stunning views of Annapurna Himalaya, from here an hour walk reaches at Manang village.

A necessary rest day at Manang for acclimatization before reaching higher areas to Thorang-la pass, in Manang short hike around Manang village, this is a large village situated on windswept valley by the bank of Marsyangdi River below Annapurna and Gangapurna mountain range, a nice walk uphill for views of Gangapurna Glacier and Manang glacial Lake.  

After Manang village morning walk leads to another highlight of this trip, as our route diverts from main Annapurna circuit trail reaching one of the last village of Manang at Khangsar for overnight stop which lies on route to Tiliocho Lake. 

From here onwards around dry and arid country, morning walk on downhill for some time, then uphill to reach Tilicho Lake for overnight stop.

Tilicho Lake a holy spot for both Hindu's and Buddhist religions, offering wonderful views of snowcapped peaks in the comfort of nice lodge by the bank of beautiful Tilicho Lake.

Free day to enjoy the beautiful setting at Tilicho Lake this emerald colored looking lake considered as one of the highest lake around Himalaya, and probably in the world, fed from the massive glaciers of Gangapurna and Tilicho peaks.

An amazing place to be on rest day where one can explore around the areas on the least frequented trails with glorious views of high peaks that encircles Tilicho Lake.

After a wonderful and pleasant stop at Tilicho with stunning views our return trek leads back towards the main Annapurna Circuit Trekking trail after an overnight stop at Khangsar.

After a good rest and overnight at Khangsar walk towards Ghunsang village with short uphill to reach at Yak Kharka, an interesting walk with views of snowcapped mountains, on crossing a small stream reaching Yak Kharka for overnight stop, a small settlement with views of Gangapurna, Annapurna III and Chulu Peaks. 

Morning walk lead to more high elevation getting closer at the base of Thorang-la after crossing a bridge with a climb along the river bank of Jarjung, finally walk leads at Thorang Phedi, after a break at Phedi continue uphill climb for a short time to reach at Thorang High Camp for overnight stop. 

One of the highlight and grand big day of the adventure, after an early breakfast walk leads to a long climb to Thorang-la with steep and winding path towards Thorang La Pass at an altitude of above 5,416 m / 17,769 ft.

The highest point of the adventure with views of snowcapped peaks, and then with long descends to reach holy Muktinath around Lower Mustang area.

On reaching Muktinath for overnight stop, a holy spot for both Hindus and Buddhists the word Muktinath literally means ‘the place for Nirvana or Liberation’.

After Muktinath, walk is much easier on moderate trails with big drop downhill to Kaligandaki river valley to reach at Kagbeni village, an interesting village of complete Tibetan influence Kagbeni located on route Upper Mustang and beyond to Tibet border at Karo-la pass.

From Kagbeni village, rest of the walks is easier as the trail descend to Kaligandaki river valley to reach at Jomsom, headquarter town of Mustang region with a small airstrip above Kaligandaki River, an interesting country walking on Kaligandaki River valley within dry and arid country with incredible views of windblown hills and canyons.

A pleasant walk of few hours brings you at large town in Jomsom the capital of Thakali people of Tibetan Buddhism sects. This Kaligandaki area famous for delicious apples and its products, here celebrate with local apple products cider, brandy and juices. Kaligandaki area is also famously known as Apple Pie Trail.  

Morning as per the flight time transfer to Jomsom small airport, a short sweeping ride with incredible views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range of peaks and then shortly reaching at scenic and beautiful Pokhara city located on a huge green valley, within the shade of green hills and massive Annapurna Himalaya, from the airport transfer to your hotel by the nice serene Phewa lake with time to wander around the lake shore.

Free day in Pokhara morning enjoy a pleasant boating visiting Bharai Hindu Temple located on an island of Phewa Lake with excellent views of snow capped peaks, and then hike to Peace Stupa offers glamorous panorama of Dhaulagiri-Annapurna-Lamjung and Manaslu Himalaya range.

Afternoon visit the famous Davis Waterfalls and the huge cave nearby rest of the day enjoy the walk around Pokhara bazaar and witness the deep Seti River gorge.

(options of short drive to Sarankot hill top for stunning sunrise views over chain of peaks)

After a wonderful time in the high mountains and hills, taking a morning driving journey back to Kathmandu, on reaching Kathmandu after 5-6 hours of nice interesting drive, transfer to respective hotels with afternoon free at leisure or last day shopping souvenirs and handicrafts.

(Options by air 30 minutes flight back to Kathmandu with great views)

Last day in Nepal in the land of great Himalayan wonders with fascinating culture, after a memorable time on Frozen Lake Tilicho around north of Annapurna Himalaya with awesome experiences, as per your international flight time our staff transfers you to Airport for the flight back home or to respective countries.