14 Days Tilicho Lake and Mesokonto Pass Trekking Tour Nepal
Trip Overview
Experience trekking in the Annapurna and Manang valley with this wonderful trekking package. The Tilicho Lake and Mesokonto Pass are the two major highlights of this trek. Tilicho Lake is the highest lake in the world that collects melted water from the glaciers of Annapurna peak. Be a part of this epic trekking trail at high altitudes and enjoy the astonishing views of the Annapurna range. You will pass through several Tibetan and Nepalese villages, which will let you get familiar with their lifestyles. Trek along the Marshyangdi River, terraced rice fields, rhododendron forests, pine trees, and hot springs. Get ready for this adventurous trek that will uplift your souls with gradual gain in altitude.
Highlights:
- Capture stunning views of the Annapurna range, Tilicho Peak, Chulu Peak, and Pisang Peak
- Visit the mesmeric Mesokonto high pass
- Camp under the night sky at gorgeous Tilicho Lake, the highest in the world
- Experience the rich culture of Tibetan and Nepalese people
- Witness a unique and scenic trekking trail during this trek
- Rejoice at the beautiful village of Manang
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu and Check-in at hotel
Reach Kathmandu International Airport and our representative will meet you there and transfer you to the Hotel. The rest of the day is free and you can explore the vibrant city. The tour manager will meet you at the Hotel and brief all the participants about the trip, followed by a welcome dinner. - Day 2: Drive to Syange via Beshishar
We will get up early and enjoy a scenic drive to the Besisahar, from where we will commence the trek. The trail passes through many lowland villages, allowing the trekkers to witness the lifestyle of Nepalese people. - Day 3: Trek to Dharapani
Begin trekking on a dirt road and follow a rough stone staircase that will lead you to Syange and eventually connect to the road to Jagat village. Cross terraced fields and magnificent waterfalls to reach the Chamje village. Pass the river through a bridge, climbing uphill for one hour till Tal. The trail now gets gentle and you will reach Dharapni after crossing a large bridge. - Day 4 : Trek to Chame
The trail goes up from here through Bagarchhap forest and eventually reaches Dhanaqi. Follow the upstream flow of Marsyangdi River, passing Ratamanag and Koto village to reach Chame. - Day 5: Trek to Pisang
Trek through a pine forest on a steep trail to reach a curved rock face. Eventually, the trail leads to an open area, surrounded by the Himalayan Mountains. Climb for an extra half an hour to reach a big hill called Upper Pisang. - Day 6: Trek to Manang
Trek on a barren yet beautiful trail towards the Manang Village. Today’s trek will take you through a variety of landscapes and vegetations, and within 5-6 hours you will reach Manang Valley. - Day 7: Acclimatization at Manang Village
Rest at Manang Village and explore the nearby area while appreciating its beauty. - Day 8: Trek to Tilicho Base Cam
Trek on a large path, passing a ridge and hillside to Khangsar. Continue trek towards the high crest and then descend on the slopes to a side valley. Move to the other side of the building to reach the Tilicho base camp. - Day 9: Trek to Tilicho lake
Commence the 3-4 hour trek towards Tilicho Lake. Tilicho Lake is the highest lake in the world and this area has no accommodation facilities. Explore the surrounding area and head back to the Base camp by evening. - Day 10: Trek to Yak Kharka via Mesokanta Pass
Wake up early in the morning at 04:30 AM and begin trek to Yak Kharka. The first half is a smooth hike on the street, followed by a 500 meter climb to reach Yak Kharka. - Day 11: Trek to Jomsom
Vacate the lodge in Kharka and trek to Jomsom. This trek will take approximately 6 hours. - Day 12: Flight to Pokhara
Board the flight to Pokhara and enjoy enchanting views of the Himalayas on this 15 minute flight. - Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu
Enjoy a scenic drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu followed by a farewell dinner at the hotel. - Day 14: Departure
Our trek staff will drop all the guests to Kathmandu International Airport.
Included
- Airport pick and drop
- Transportation as per the itinerary
- Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara
- Bus transportation from Kathmandu-Beshisahar and Pokhara-Kathmandu
- Welcome dinner in Kathmandu
- 2 Night Accommodation in Pokhara including Breakfast
- Accommodation in tents during trekking
- Three meals a day during trekking
- Welcome and Farewell dinner at Kathmandu with Breakfast
- Down jacket and Sleeping bags
- Travel and rescue arrangement
- Porters to carry luggage
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and TIMS for Everest
- Transportation services including permits, government taxes etc.
- Professional High Altitude Trekking Guide with fluency in English
- First Aid kit
Excluded
- Nepal immigration and Visa fees
- International Airfare
- All meals and accommodation in Kathmandu
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Optional trips and sight-seeing
- Added expense that may arise due to unforeseen events like transportation delays, roadblocks, landslides, etc.
- Personal expenses
Good to Know
The organizer may cancel or modify the itinerary, depending upon the weather conditions, health conditions of members, natural disasters, or extreme cases for the safety and security of the group. Full co-operation of guests would be appreciated at such times.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu and Check-in at hotel
Reach Kathmandu International Airport and our representative will meet you there and transfer you to the Hotel. The rest of the day is free and you can explore the vibrant city. The tour manager will meet you at the Hotel and brief all the participants about the trip, followed by a welcome dinner. - Day 2: Drive to Syange via Beshishar
We will get up early and enjoy a scenic drive to the Besisahar, from where we will commence the trek. The trail passes through many lowland villages, allowing the trekkers to witness the lifestyle of Nepalese people. - Day 3: Trek to Dharapani
Begin trekking on a dirt road and follow a rough stone staircase that will lead you to Syange and eventually connect to the road to Jagat village. Cross terraced fields and magnificent waterfalls to reach the Chamje village. Pass the river through a bridge, climbing uphill for one hour till Tal. The trail now gets gentle and you will reach Dharapni after crossing a large bridge. - Day 4 : Trek to Chame
The trail goes up from here through Bagarchhap forest and eventually reaches Dhanaqi. Follow the upstream flow of Marsyangdi River, passing Ratamanag and Koto village to reach Chame. - Day 5: Trek to Pisang
Trek through a pine forest on a steep trail to reach a curved rock face. Eventually, the trail leads to an open area, surrounded by the Himalayan Mountains. Climb for an extra half an hour to reach a big hill called Upper Pisang. - Day 6: Trek to Manang
Trek on a barren yet beautiful trail towards the Manang Village. Today’s trek will take you through a variety of landscapes and vegetations, and within 5-6 hours you will reach Manang Valley. - Day 7: Acclimatization at Manang Village
Rest at Manang Village and explore the nearby area while appreciating its beauty. - Day 8: Trek to Tilicho Base Cam
Trek on a large path, passing a ridge and hillside to Khangsar. Continue trek towards the high crest and then descend on the slopes to a side valley. Move to the other side of the building to reach the Tilicho base camp. - Day 9: Trek to Tilicho lake
Commence the 3-4 hour trek towards Tilicho Lake. Tilicho Lake is the highest lake in the world and this area has no accommodation facilities. Explore the surrounding area and head back to the Base camp by evening. - Day 10: Trek to Yak Kharka via Mesokanta Pass
Wake up early in the morning at 04:30 AM and begin trek to Yak Kharka. The first half is a smooth hike on the street, followed by a 500 meter climb to reach Yak Kharka. - Day 11: Trek to Jomsom
Vacate the lodge in Kharka and trek to Jomsom. This trek will take approximately 6 hours. - Day 12: Flight to Pokhara
Board the flight to Pokhara and enjoy enchanting views of the Himalayas on this 15 minute flight. - Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu
Enjoy a scenic drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu followed by a farewell dinner at the hotel. - Day 14: Departure
Our trek staff will drop all the guests to Kathmandu International Airport.
Included
- Airport pick and drop
- Transportation as per the itinerary
- Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara
- Bus transportation from Kathmandu-Beshisahar and Pokhara-Kathmandu
- Welcome dinner in Kathmandu
- 2 Night Accommodation in Pokhara including Breakfast
- Accommodation in tents during trekking
- Three meals a day during trekking
- Welcome and Farewell dinner at Kathmandu with Breakfast
- Down jacket and Sleeping bags
- Travel and rescue arrangement
- Porters to carry luggage
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and TIMS for Everest
- Transportation services including permits, government taxes etc.
- Professional High Altitude Trekking Guide with fluency in English
- First Aid kit
Excluded
- Nepal immigration and Visa fees
- International Airfare
- All meals and accommodation in Kathmandu
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Optional trips and sight-seeing
- Added expense that may arise due to unforeseen events like transportation delays, roadblocks, landslides, etc.
- Personal expenses
Good to Know
The organizer may cancel or modify the itinerary, depending upon the weather conditions, health conditions of members, natural disasters, or extreme cases for the safety and security of the group. Full co-operation of guests would be appreciated at such times.