Tilicho Lake & Thorong La Pass Trek

Duration: 
18 Days
Altitude: 
5,416m (17,764 ft)
Difficulty: 
Strenuous
Holiday Style: 
Lodge-to-lodge trek
Starts/Ends: 
In Kathmandu

Holiday Overview

Tilicho Lake & Thorong La Pass Trek

The Annapurna region is considered the best trekking destination for mountain scenery and cultural diversity in Nepal. Most of the areas of the Annapurna region fall in the Annapurna Conservation Area. Annapurna region offers several classic treks ranging from easy to strenuous, physically challenging, and lasting from a few days to a few weeks.

There is no other scenic and rewarding trek than the Tilicho Lake & Thoroug-La Pass trek in the Annapurna region. This trek offers an opportunity to explore the highest freshwater lake in the world and walk pass over the challenging Thoroung-La Pass, one of the highest passes in the world. Traditional Tibetan-style villages, picturesque landscapes, and breathtaking views of high mountains are some of the major attractions of the trek. The trek also includes visiting Muktinath temple, one of the highly revered temples for Hindu and Buddhist adherents, and Kagbeni village, an ancient fortified village.

    Tilicho Lake & Thorong La Pass Trek highlights:

  • Explore Tilicho Lake, one the highest freshwater lakes in the world
  • Magnificent views of high mountains including Mt. Manaslu Mt. Dhaulagiri and Annapurna II
  • Picturesque landscape
  • The scenic mountain scenery is seen nowhere else
  • Ample opportunity for multi-cultural experience

Tilicho Lake & Thorong La Pass Trek

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Holiday Summary

  • Day 1                  International arrival in Kathmandu
  • Day 2                 Holiday briefing and city sightseeing
  • Day 3/16           On the trek
  • Day 17               Return to Kathmandu
  • Day 18              Trip concludes and international departure

Day-to-day Brief Itinerary

Dat 1
International arrival in Kathmandu
Altitude: 
1,350m
Destination: 
Kathmandu
Day 2
Explore World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu
( Altitude: 1,350m, Duration: 4-5 hours )
Duration: 
4-5 hours
Altitude: 
1,350m
Destination: 
Kathmandu
Day 3
Drive to Syange and trek to Jagat
( Altitude: 1,330m, Duration: 6-7 hours )
Duration: 
6-7 hours
Altitude: 
1,330m
Destination: 
Jagat
Day 4
Trek to Dharapani
( Altitude: 1,860m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
1,860m
Destination: 
Dharapani
Day 5
Trek to Chame
( Altitude: 2,710m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
2,710m
Destination: 
Chame
Day 6
Trek to Pisang
( Altitude: 3,240m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
3,240m
Destination: 
Pisang
Day 7
Trek to Manang
( Altitude: 3,540m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
3,540m
Destination: 
Manang
Day 8
Hike to Gangapurna Lake
( Altitude: 3,540m, Duration: 3-4 hours )
Duration: 
3-4 hours
Altitude: 
3,540m
Destination: 
Manang
Day 9
Trek to Srikharka
( Altitude: 3,800m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
3,800m
Destination: 
Srikharka
Day 10
Trek to Tilicho Basecamp
( Altitude: 4,150m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
4,150m
Destination: 
Tilicho Basecamp
Day 11
Hike to Tilicho Lake (4,920m) and trek to Srikharka
( Altitude: 3,800m, Duration: 6-7 hours )
Duration: 
6-7 hours
Altitude: 
3,800m
Destination: 
Srikharka
Day 12
Trek to Yak Kharka
( Altitude: 4,020m, Duration: 6-7 hours )
Duration: 
6-7 hours
Altitude: 
4,020m
Destination: 
Yak Kharka
Day 13
Trek to Thoroung Phedi
( Altitude: 4,450m, Duration: 4-5 hours )
Duration: 
4-5 hours
Altitude: 
4,450m
Destination: 
Thoroung Phedi
Day 14
Cross the Thoroung La (5,4160m) & trek to Muktinath
( Altitude: 3,800m, Duration: 6-7 hours )
Duration: 
6-7 hours
Altitude: 
3,800m
Destination: 
Muktinath
Day 15
Trek to Kagbeni and trek to Jomsom
( Altitude: 2,750m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
2,750m
Destination: 
Jomsom
Day 16
Fly to Pokhara
( Altitude: 820m, Duration: 20 minute )
Duration: 
20 minute
Altitude: 
820m
Destination: 
Pokhara
Day 17
Explore Pokhara and fly to Kathmandu
( Altitude: 1,350m, Duration: 3-4 hours )
Duration: 
3-4 hours
Altitude: 
1,350m
Destination: 
Kathmandu
Day 18
International departure

What's Included

  • All ground transfers as specified in the itinerary
  • Kathmandu and Pokhara hotel accommodation in twin sharing basis with breakfast
  • Jomsom-Pokhara-Kathmandu flight fares
  • Local lodge accommodation during the trek
  • 3 meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) and tea/coffee during the trek
  • Trek permit and all other necessary documents
  • An experienced English-speaking trek leader (trekking guide) and porters to carry luggage (1 porter for 2 trekkers) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
  • First Aid Medical kit
  • Visit Kailash Treks’ duffel bag

What's not Included

  • International flight fares from/to home
  • Travel and medical insurances, which must cover the cost of emergency land/air evacuation
  • Lunch and dinners in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Extra night hotel and meals in Kathmandu in the event of late departure and early arrival caused by unforeseen circumstances, e. g. landslide and road blockade
  • Nepal visa fee
  • Pure personal trekking gears
  • Horse rental for personal ride
  • Pure personal nature expenses, e. g. bar bills, mineral water, telephone, WIFI, laundry and etc.
  • Any other costs not specified in the itinerary, but may incur due to unforeseen circumstance
  • Guide and porter tips

Holiday Extensions

The following extensions are available to add to your itinerary before or after the trek.

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Date & Price

Arrival in Kathmandu
Departure from Kathmandu
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13 October, 2025
30 October, 2025
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20 October, 2025
6 November, 2025
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3 November, 2025
20 November, 2025
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10 November, 2025
27 November, 2025
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17 November, 2025
4 December, 2025
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