Tilicho lake trek 12 days Itinerary

Tilicho Lake is located in the Manang district at an altitude of 4,919 meters. A Tilicho Lake trek is a memorable journey into the Annapurna Himalayan Range corner and lap of the Tilicho peak and Mesokanto la pass. The Lake is one of the world’s highest altitude places lake and most beautiful scenery.

The Tilicho Lake trek is one of the adventurous trekking trips in the Annapurna region of Nepal since it is located in an isolated area of the Annapurna region. Tilicho lake trek is suitable for trekkers who want to go on an adventurous and challenging trek in the Annapurna region. During the Annapurna Circuit, trekkers will need to cross the challenging pass Thorung La after the Tilicho Lake.

An additional advantage of the Tilicho lake trek is its proximity to the Annapurna Circuit trekking route. We have an oral history that says you have not completed your Annapurna Circuit trek until if you did not reach Tilicho lake.

Pilgrims

In addition, Hindu religious fellow pilgrims from Nepal and India visit the sacred Tilicho lake as mentioned in Mahabharat Ramayan. 

The Tilicho lake trek begins from Chame 2,715 meters. On the third day, we trek to Manang village. Manang village is rising 3,341 meters in altitude and is populated by Ghale and Gurung indigenous ethnicities. To reach the Tilicho Lake and Thorong La Pass, you must undergo acclimatization in the Manang village.

Next, trek to Khangsar village and the Tilicho base camp the next day. The Khangsar to Tilicho base camp trail is a tricky narrow landslide part, so be careful whenever crossing the path in and out to the Tilicho lake.

Alpine Pastures

Among the many wild animals that live at the Tilicho Base Camp area are the Himalayan Thar, shaggy mountain goats, snow leopards, musk deer, as well as domesticated animals like yaks, Naks, and zokpe.

Following Thorong La pass and Muktinath, the 12-day Tilicho lake trek ends in Jomsom, from where you can fly back to Pokhara, or take the bus if the weather does not permit you to fly. (If you have more time, you can also hike down to Tatopani, Ghorepani Poon Hill, and back to Pokhara). 

When is the best time to visit Tilicho lake?

The best time to visit Tilicho Lake is from March to May and September to November. During these months, the weather and temperature are comparatively better, and you can get to explore more of this region. This is the best time to explore the picturesque beauty of this region. Additionally, you get a chance to learn about the lifestyle and culture of the locals. 

The spring season (March, April, and May)

In Nepal, the spring season starts with the end of winter in March and lasts until May. There are few better times to visit Nepal than during this season. It is the most comfortable time to visit during the Spring season, as it is characterized by a stable weather pattern, beautiful scenery, and a moderate temperature. 

What is the depth of Tilicho Lake?

Tilicho Lake is located at a height of 4919 meters. There are four kilometers of length and 1.2 kilometers of width. A 200-meter-deep lake lies in the area. If the Tilicho lake is full of water, the maximum length, width, and depth would be approximately 8 square kilometers, 10.5 square kilometers, 6 square kilometers, 2 square kilometers, and 165 meters, respectively. Once Kajin Sara Lake surpasses Tilicho Lake as the highest lake in the world, the local government believes it will boost tourist arrivals in the district and generate more revenue.

We lead treks to Thorong la pass Tilicho Lake with a qualified guide and porters from the Nepal Wilderness Trekking Guide Team. Our guide has knowledge of the people, cultures, history, flora, and fauna of the region. However, Annapurna Tilicho treks offer a competitive costs package.