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Tilicho Lake and Mesokanto Pass Trek in Nepal for 15 Days

By CAN Travels
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Price is $1,590 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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  • 15d
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  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

From lush subtropical forests and terraced fields to arid high-altitude deserts and glacial lakes, this trek showcases the incredible diversity of Nepal's landscapes. You will traverse through picturesque villages, verdant valleys, and rocky terrains, culminating in the surreal beauty of Tilicho Lake and the panoramic views from Mesokanto Pass.

Our trek provides ample opportunities to immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of the region. You will encounter a variety of ethnic groups, including Gurung, Manangi, and Thakali communities, each with their own unique traditions, languages, and lifestyles. Visiting ancient monasteries, chortens, and prayer flags along the way adds a spiritual dimension to your journey.

Activity location

  • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Nepal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Nepal

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Tilicho Lake and Mesokanto Pass Trek in Nepal for 15 Days
  • Activity duration is 15 days15d
    15d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
$1,590.00 x 1 Adult$1,590.00

Total
Price is $1,590.00

What's included, what's not

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    Private tour
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    Kathmandu to Dharapani transfer by private jeep
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    Hotel Pick up and drop off round trip
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    Jomsom to Pokhara transfer by shearing bus or jeep
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    Pokhara to Kathmandu transfer by luxury sofa seat tourist bus
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    Trekking permit and all official documents
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    Trekking pole
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    3 Night 2-star label hotel with breakfast in Kathmandu
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    1 Night 2-star label hotel with breakfast in Pokhara
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    Accommodation in Guest house during the trek
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    Emergency normal first aid kit with guide
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    Kathmandu Heritage site city tour with tour guide by private car
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    Kathmandu City tour entrance fees
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    Experienced English speaking trekking guide
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    Food and drinks available on purchase (25$ approx.)
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    Gratuities (Optional)

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • We don't have any specific dietary options.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu, Transfer to Hotel, and getting to know Nature Trail (1350m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in 2 Star label hotel in Kathmandu.
Kathmandu
  • 6h
After you arrive in Kathmandu airport will pick up you with your name card outside the main gate there will be our airport representative you will meet with him, and he will transfer to hotel by private vehicle.
Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing and trek Preparation
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in 2-star label hotel in Kathmandu.
Kathmandu
  • 6h
After breakfast, Kathmandu visits Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Boudhanath Stupa which are all World Heritage Sites. Durbar Square throws light on the life of the royals in ancient times. Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most important pilgrimage places for all Hindus. Swayambhunath is also known as Monkey Temple and Boudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the world. Late in the afternoon, we introduced you to your mountain/trek guide.
Day 3: Kathmandu to Dharapani 1860m - 10 hrs.
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Guest house.
Dharapani
  • 10h
On the first day, we will be driving to Dharapani from Kathmandu. It is likely to take us about ten hours to reach Dharapani which is situated at an elevation of 1860 meters. We will be staying overnight at Dharapani before we begin our trekking journey on the following day.
Day 4: Trek to Chame 2670m - 6 hrs. walk
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in guest house.
Chame
  • 6h
Today, we will be heading for Chame after having an early morning breakfast at Dharapani which will take us about five to six hours to reach with gentle walking. The elevation of 2,670 will be our final destination for the day where we will be staying for the night. Along the way, we will be awarded the majestic sight of Annapurna II. Various fluttering prayer flags will welcome us along the way.
Day 5: Trek to Upper Pisang 3300m -6 hrs. walk
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Guest house.
Upper Pisang
  • 6h
After leaving Chame we pass through Telekhu and along the trail have some breathtaking views of Annapurna and Pisang (6091m) until we have to re-cross on a suspension bridge to the south bank of the Marsyangdi River. After crossing the river, we then head higher passing a pine-forest as we trek through the upper reaches of the Manang valley to Pisang. At the upper edge of Pisang village we can see Pisang and Chulu peaks. Tonight, we stay at Pisang. Today the short day and easy day for us.
Day 6: Trek to Manang 3500m - 7 hrs. walk
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Manang
  • 7h
Trek from Pisang to Manang (3440m.) and it takes about five and half hours. Beyond Pisang, the trail climbs a steep ridge which affords good views of the Manang valley and Tilicho peak (7134m.). Descending past Manang's airstrip at Hongde (3420m), you come to a level area from where the north-east face of Annapurna III rises majestically above you. From the wide plains of the Sabje Khola Valley, Annapurna IV (7525m) also becomes visible. Just beyond this point you cross the considerably reduced flow of the Marsyangdi Khola via a wooden bridge to the tiny village of Mungji. Cultivated fields appear on both sides of the path and off to the right, below a craggy mountain, you can see the village of Bryaga (3500m) with its splendid monastery. Large chortens and mani walls abound and the tall peaks of the Himalaya spread out before us - Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Gangapurna (7454m) and, to the rear, Tilicho Peak (7134m).
Day 7: Acclimatization Day in Manang 3500m
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Guest house.
Manang
  • 6h
Medical professionals recommend that before heading to higher elevations that trekkers spend some time acclimatizing. They also recommend staying active. From Manang you will be blessed with views of Annapurna II; Annapurna III (7555m); Gangapurna (7454 m); and to the south to Tilicho (7132 m); and the Grand Barrier (a 7000m ridge) to the west; Chulu West (6583m) and Chulu East (6059m) meters in the north. Today, to better acclimatize to these higher altitudes we will climb up to Khangsar (3756m). Tonight, we stay at Manang.
Day 8: Trek to Shree Kharka 3850m - 6 hrs. walk
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Guest house.
Shree kharka
  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Today, we will trek to Shree Kharka passing through the village of Khangsar, about 5-hrs from Manang at (3734m). On the way, we can make a detour to small lake at the Gangapurna glacier. The trail Manang to Khangsar is very narrow and this village is small village with beautiful monastery. You are enjoying with splendid views of Khangsar Khola to Tilicho Peak and the grand barrier.
Day 9: Trek to Tilicho Base camp 4200m - 6 hrs. walk
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Guest house.
Tilicho Base Camp
  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
In between Tore Gompa and Tilicho Lake, there is a big, grassy field where Blue Sheep are often seen. About one kilometer from the field, we reach a hill. You have to Climb this hill (4230m) affords us a view of the entire valley. A steep descent will bring us to Tilicho Base Camp (4190m), where we will find trekking seasonable lodging at Tilicho Base Camp.
Day 10: Trek to Tilicho Lake 4920m - 6 hrs. walk
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Guest house.
Tilicho Lake
  • 6h
The trek starts with a steep ascent and continues to hug the side of the mountain before reaching the lake. On our way we can see yaks and deer grazing in the pasture. As we reach the Tilicho lake we can see the Tilicho Lake, a large turquoise lake nestled at the foot of the north face of Tilicho Peak. The beauty of the scene is appreciated by many travelers from around the world.The lake holds great importance to the Hindus as the lake was mentioned in the holy text, the Ramayan.
Day 11: Trek to Yak Kharka 4200m crossing Mesokanta pass 5120m - 9 hrs walk
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Guest house.
Yak Kharka
  • 9h
We start early as today is a real highlight day of our trip. We will be crossing the difficult Mesokanta La pass. It's possible that we feel more exhausted today as we are ascending to above 5000m. We start from the lake beach making about 300 m climb through the loose scree to a cathedral guarded by the fluttering prayer flags, then comes long section of flat snowfield to cross to the far end of the lake known as Eastern Pass. Dhaulagiri appears for the first time ahead of us, peeking up quietly on the far horizon initially, though it soon comes to dominate the view. The path traverses upwards across, as Tilicho Lake appears again briefly between mountainsides behind us. which involves about half a mile of traversing a rocky gradient. A rock tower, a somewhat incompatible signpost to Jomsom marks the Mesokanto La itself. It’s renowned as one of the difficult passes in the Annapurnas because the far side is covered in ice & awfully steep.
Day 12: Trek to Jomsom 2700m - 6 hrs. walk
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Guest house.
Jomsom
  • 6h
Today we are at Kali Gandaki valley. We descend to Jomsom via the beautiful village as our last day trek. We walk through juniper forest and bushes those give nice smell until top of Thini village. In Thini all the fields are full of greenery of wheat, barley, potato & vegetable etc. We could view clearly the lower Mustang valley including Marpha, Syang, Dhumba, Thini, old & new Jomsom etc.
Day 13: Drive to Pokhara (8 hours)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in 2 Star label hotel in Pokhara.
Pokhara
  • 8h
In the morning 8 am we will drive to Pokhara, offers a scenic journey through the rugged landscapes of the Annapurna region. The trip typically takes around 8 hours, passing through charming villages, deep gorges, and alongside the Kali Gandaki River.
Day 14: Drive to kathmandu 1350m - 7 hrs.
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in 2-star label hotel in Kathmandu.
Kathmandu
  • 7h
In the morning Pokhara to Kathmandu by a sofa seat tourist bus is a comfortable and scenic journey lasting approximately 7 hours. Panoramic views of the beautiful landscapes of Nepa.
Day 15: Departure to Homeland
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Kathmandu
  • 6h
It is time for us to end our wonderful journey in this beautiful country. We will be helped with our transfer to the airport for our departure to the next destination. We will recollect the wonderful memories of our adventure in Nepal.

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