Tilicho Lake Trek

At nearly 5000m above sea level, Lake Tilicho, situated high up in the scenic Manang Valley is the collected glacial melt of the entire northern slopes of Annapurna and Thorong Peak. In 2001, Hindu pilgrims from around the world flocked to the lake convinced it is a holy spot mentioned in the Ramayan – a holy book of the Hindus. While Tilicho does not hold religious significance for the local Buddhist population, herders often make their way to the lake in search of straying yak. Tilicho is not a prohibited area but by virtue of its remoteness and altitude, few tourists take off the popular Annapurna circuit to hike up to the lake which lies within the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP).

Roughly a day and a half walk from Manang Village, visitors are treated to spectacular views of the icy ramparts of Annapurna and Tilicho peak glaciers which plunge down to the lake itself. The shores of this idyllic, crystal-clear lake, dotted with wild flowers in spring, are ideal for camping. Visitors coming in from Manang Village, usually spend a night in Khangsar, a small village on the way before they hike along the rugged and picturesque route to the base of the lake where there are a couple of lodges.

Facts:

Attraction : Tilicho Lake
Max Elevation : 5000 m
Total Days : 12
Mode of transportation : By flight
Accommodation : Lodge
Trek Grade : Moderate to Hard

Highlights:

- Beautiful landscape
- Mountain scenery flight from Hongde to Pokhara
- Many over 8000m. Mountains including Holy Mountain Mt. Machapuchere (Mt. Fishtail) Mt. Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manasalu & other white peaks will be observe.
- Experience unbelievable Gurung and different culture
- Many Buddhist Monastery and Hindu temples can visit.
- Visit Pilgrimage famous Hindu Temple Muktinath.
- Trekking alone with Manang Valley
- Trekking alone with Gurung Village and culture.