Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho lake 12 days Itinerary
Tilicho Lake Trek is located in the Manang district at an altitude of 4,919 meters at the foot of the Tilicho peaks. Trekking to Tilicho Lake is a memorable journey into the Annapurna Himalayan Range, traversing as far as the Tilicho peak and crossing the Mesokanto La pass. Lake Titicaca is the highest altitude lake in the world. It has one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world.
The Tilicho Lake trek is one of the most adventurous trekking journeys in the Annapurna region of Nepal since it is one of the most isolated areas of the Annapurna region. The Tilicho Lake Trek is recommended for trekkers who are looking for an adventurous and challenging trek in the Annapurna region. Following Tilicho Lake, trekkers will need to cross the challenging pass Thorung La, which is the last pass on the Annapurna Circuit.
The proximity to Tilicho Lake trekking from Annapurna Circuit trekking is another benefit of the Tilicho Lake trek. According to an oral tradition, the Annapurna Circuit trek is not deemed complete until Tilicho Lake has been reached.
Tilicho Holy Lake pilgrim site
In addition, Tilicho Lake is known for its Hindu religion, which is a historical and pilgrimage site as well. In Tilicho Lake, Hindu pilgrims from all over the world, mostly Nepalese and Indians, come to worship because it is considered a holy site, as mentioned in the Ramayana (a Hindu holy book). Pilgrims from all over the world come here to worship and devotees from all over the world come here to devotees. There are no aquatic organisms found in the lake, as determined by the Department of Hydrology and Metrology of Nepal.
Tilicho Lake trekking starts from Chame at an altitude of 2,715 meters. We trek to Manang village on the third day. Manang village rises 3,341 meters above sea level and is populated by Ghale and Gurung ethnic groups. It is necessary to undergo acclimatization in the Manang village before reaching Tilicho Lake and Thorong La Pass.
The next day, you will trek to Khangsar village and the base camp of Tilicho. The trail between Khangsar and Tilicho base camp is a tricky narrow one with a few landslide sections, so be careful when crossing the path into and out of Tilicho lake.
Annapurna circuit Tilicho lake Alpine Pastures
The Annapurna circuit trek with the Tilicho lake area has many wild animals that live there, including 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 trek?
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 the middle of May. The best time to visit Nepal during this season is from the end of March to the middle of May. There is no better time than Spring to visit because it is characterized by a stable weather pattern, beautiful scenery, and a moderate temperature, so spring is the best time to visit.
What is the depth of Tilicho Lake?
Tilicho Lake is located at a height of 4919 meters above sea level. Tilicho Lake has a length of four kilometers and a width of 1.2 kilometers. Located in the area is a 200-meter-deep lake. The maximum length, width, and depth of Tilicho lake, if it were full of water, 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 that it will boost tourist arrivals in the district and generate more revenue in the long run.
From Nepal Wilderness Trekking Guide Team, we lead the Tilicho lake trek and Thorong La Pass with a qualified guide and porters. Our guide has extensive knowledge of the people, cultures, history, flora, and fauna of the region. There is no doubt that Annapurna Tilicho treks offer a competitive cost package as well.
