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Wet, Wild and High Tilicho Lake Adventure 24 days
The Tilicho lake trek is among the finest serious Nepal treks best experienced in the Monsoon.The Tilicho Tal route between Manang and Marpha is a spectacular but much tougher alternative to the standard Thorung La route. In the past this trek has been considered off limits, being part of a military training area.
Because you have to sleep at 4900m you need significantly more acclimatization than for the Thorung La route (where you sleep at a maximum of 4200m, at Thorung Phedi, or 4600m at the new Thorung Phedi Base Camp lodge). Your acclimatization, at an absolute minimum, should include staying the night at either Ghyaru or Ngawal (staying at both is far better) on the high route from Pisang to Manang, a night each at Manang or Khangsar and the gompa above Khangsar before staying at Meadow Camp. Even then you are only acclimatized to sleeping at around 4300m and jumping to camping by the lake shore at 4900m will be uncomfortable for some people. Carry Diamox and consider using it from Meadow Camp.
For some acclimatization and a view of the route climb to the two lakes high above Manang. Herzog crossed on the frozen lake (and had fun persuading his porters) to save the arduous higher route around. From late December the lake is frozen enough to cross, with care!
If crossing from December on at least one of the members should have crampons and an ice-axe for crossing frozen streams. If planning to cross the lake when frozen all members should have crampons and it would be wise for the first person to be at the end of a long rope. Note that falling into a partially frozen lake is serious, often fatal. Test the ice and be prepared to cross the middle pass if in doubt. The lake usually begins freezing over mid-November and may be frozen enough for passage from mid-December, perhaps slightly earlier.
Highlight of the trip: Breathtaking World's highest Lake Tilicho, Exploration of Manang valley, Centuries old monasteries in Braga, Ngwal, Buddhist lifestyle, View of Gangapurna Glacier and Gangapurna Lake, Outstanding views of Annapurna Himalayana ranges and Tilicho Peak, Throng pass, Pilgrims place of Muktinath, natural Hot spring, Sightseeing around Kathmandu and Pokhara
Fact of the trip:
Destination: Tilicho Lake (4919mt & 5416mt) Thorang La pass
Group Size: Min - 1++
Minimum Altitude: 920m
Maximum Altitude: 5416m
Trekking Grade: Moderate and fairly strenuous, view more
Trekking Season: Spring & Autumn, view more
Transportation: Bus, Van, Car, Airplane as per package mode
Trekking equipments: view more
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Mode of Trekking: Camping & Teahouse || Hotel in Kathmandu, view more
Activities: Trekking, Hiking, Wildlife tours, White water river rafting (Wet, Wild, High)
Duration: 24 Days
Entry: Besishar
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Note: During adventure trekking and hiking (Camp or lodge treks) within Nepal Himalayas, weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered; if alterations are necessary the trekking guide / leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters) O/N hotel.
Day 02: Pre-trip meeting and full day guided sightseeing tours around historical cities O/N hotel.
Day 03: Drive to Besisahar (830meters) by bus 7 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 04: Trek to Bahundanda (1310 meters) 5 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 05: Trek to Chamje (1400meters) 5 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 06: Trek to Bagarchhap (2160meters) 5 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 07: Trek to Chame (2630meters) 5 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 08: Trek to Pisang (3300 meters) 5 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 09: Trek to Manang (3540 meters) 5 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 10: Acclimatization day at Manang village. O/N lodge or camp
Day 11: Trek to Khangsar Village (3700 meters) 4 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 12: Trekking to Tilicho Base Camp (4200meters) 5 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 13: Trek to Tilicho Lake (5200 meters) and back down to Tilicho Base Camp (4200meters) 6 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 14: Trek to Yak Kharka (4000 meters) 5 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 15: Trek to Thorong Phedi (4450 meters) 5 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 16: Trek to Muktinath (3800 meters) via Thorung La pass (5416 meters) 8 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 17: Trek to Jomsom (2720 meters) 5 hours. O/N lodge or camp
Day 18: Early morning fly to Pokhara or continuing trekking up to Ghorepani Poon Hill and Pokhara same day. O/N hotel
Day 19: Pokhara exploration and sightseeing tours O/N hotel
Day 20: Drive to Chitwan National Park (Inside or Outside option 2night 3days)
Day 22: Drive or fly back to Kathmandu O/N hotel
Day 23: 1night 2 Days Bhotekosi or similar river rafting
Day 24: Drive back to Kathmandu O/N hotel farewell dinner party
Day 25- Transfer to international airport for your final departure.
Above itinerary can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.
 
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