Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek

Best Season

You can pick any time in the year for this amazing trekking. However, Spring & Autumn regarded as the promising time for the 15 days Annapurna trek & the Tilicho lake exploration. During these two seasons, the weather is favorable; there are no hurdles or obstacles. Besides this, you’ll also have the impeccable views of lakes, massifs, mountains, glaciers, landscapes, and waterfalls. Here we are going to talk in detail about which time will be appropriate for you and why.

Embark your feet at Spring:

Spring is considered the best time for the Annapurna Circuit trek. Winter has ended. The weather is warm and clear. Additionally, the sunny days make your trip more favorable and outstanding. There are no chances of rain. During the trekking, the blooming rhododendron flowers leave you in awe.

Trek at Autumn time

The autumn is another prominent time for the Annapurna Circuit with the Tilicho Lake Trek. There are many hikers, and our company also prefers October to November. During these times, we are celebrating our vibrant and major festivals, Dashain and Tihar. You’ll properly know our customs, traditions, religion, and culture, which is the identity of Nepalese that has been accepted by all.

During these times, the monsoon has just ended. The weather is cool and clear. Besides this, you’ll get the perfect visibility of mountains and lakes. In addition, there are no chances of mud flowing, slippery trails, or landslides.

Why Monsoon and winter is not regarded as feasible?

From June to early September, there are probabilities of heavy rain. As a result, the trekking paths become difficult.  In addition, due to the rain, there are issues of landslides, road blocking, mud flow, and slippery trails.

Some trekkers considered winter (Dec. to Feb.) for the Annapurna Circuit with the Tilicho Lake trek. However, these months are not considered an ideal time.

From Dec to February, the temperature will drop to subzero. Furthermore, heavy snows cover trails and block roads. Despite that, several trekkers chose winter for trekking because of the chilliest season. The lodges and tea houses are also open during this season.

Difficulty Level of Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek

The Annapurna journey with Tilicho lake exploration is quite difficult but feasible. Even with excellent health, a beginner can accomplish this hike and creates several unforgettable memories.It also depends on you: which season you selected for your hiking: spring, autumn, or some other season.

It is an impeccable trip. The trip offers you remarkable views of the Himalayas, landscapes, mountains, lush green forests, and much more. Your trek starts after landing in Kathmandu. On the 10th of trekking, you have to cross the highest pass, Thorong La, which has an elevation of 5,416 meters. Besides this, you have to endure the highest altitudes, rugged terrain paths, adapting to the challenging changing weather conditions, a long trek (5-8 hours per day), and a total of 15 days of trekking.

How will be my journey of 15 days Annapurna Circuit trek with Tilicho Lake

The 15-day Annapurna Circuit trek with Tilicho Lake is challenging but equally rewarding. This trek offers you spectacular views of mountains like Annapurna (I, II, III, IV), Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Chulu, Lamjung, and several other peaks. Besides this, your treks become more thrilling when you see the beautiful Tilicho Lake at the elevation of 4949 meters.

Each day of the trek, you will have a new adventure and thrill. You’ll also be able to witness the natural flora & fauna, small & beautiful tiny villages, wildlife animals, and different species of birds. Aside from this, you’ll encounter people from different ethnic backgrounds, such as Magar, Thakali, and Gurungs.

Our impeccable tour company, Everest Summit Treks, is delighted to welcome you all for the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake. One may book in advance for the current year and next year as well. Our package is dedicated to our customers, depending upon their time, availability,  and budgets.

How will be my Food throughout the trek?

Annapurna Circuit Trek with TilichoLake is 15 days long hiking trek. You need lots of energy, endurance and strength to complete this journey. Hence we are providing high dietary, nutritious and plentiful heavy diet to our trekkers. Here are in details

Breakfast (Early Morning Meal)

A nutritious breakfast gives trekkers the energy they need to complete their daily walking trails. Throughout our impeccable journey, we’ll provide you a morning meal between 7 and 8 am. You’ll be able to taste several varieties of healthy and balanced food. Our morning menu food includes: Sel Roti, Yomori, Tea (Milk, Ginger, Black, Lemon& Himalayan), Chapati, seasonal vegetables, bread, butter, mayonnaise & jams.

Lunch & Dinner

During our trek, we are providing elements of multi-cuisine and healthy dishes to our hikers. Dal Bhat Tarkari, aka rice, Lentils and Seasonal vegetables, are the most common and highly preferable meal by the trekkers. This food contains all the nutrients, which includes vitamins, proteins, essential minerals and fibers. Besides this, we also offer some other meals like Spaghetti, Mo: Mo, dumplings, sandwiches, noodles, thukpa, and some other dishes.

Drinking water facilities

We will provide you safe drinking water during the trekking. The packaged drinking water and bottled mineral water are easily available in restaurants, cafes, and hotels in Nepal.

During the trekking, the water prices vary depending on the altitude. You have pay more for the water the higher your elevation.  It costs around 100 to 400 per liter on average. In addition, you can refill water in your bottle by paying a minimum amount. We suggest using purification tablets for the purest water.

 My Accommodation Facilities

We, Everest Summit Treks, welcome you all for a 15-day Annapurna circuit trek with a Tilicho lake exploration. Any visitor is always looking for good accommodation and living facilities during his/her trip or trek. After booking with us, we’ll facilitate easy, convenient, and comfortable hotel & lodging services.

After landing in Kathmandu, we will allocate you 3-star hotels which have the amenities of spacious rooms, in-hotel restaurants, gyms, spas, swimming pools, and 24-hour room service. When you are in the capital city Kathmandu, you will get all kinds of facilities. During the trek, the more you ascend your feet upwards the less you get the facilities. For instance, you will have few services when you are in Manang, Pisang, Chame, Dharapani and other places. The trekkers have the variety of options like lodges, tea house during the journey.

While living in the tea house, you may have to share the room. However, in lodges and 3 hotels, you’ll have a single room including en-suite bathroom amenities. The shared room will be made of wood, which will be cozy and pleasant.

Planning & Preparation for Annapurna and Tilicho Journey

Remember the more you prepared the more you enjoy the trek. Probably, 15 days Annapurna Circuit trek with Tilicho lake exploration is a worthwhile and celebrated hiking in Nepal. It indulges you into the deep of the Himalayas for more than 2 weeks. Every year majority of people land their steps in Nepal for this incredible trek & journey. But what the most important is how you prepare for this trek?

Throughout the trekking, hikers undergoes with steeps ups and downs, uneven mountain terrains, and unpredictable climatic conditions. Therefore, the visitor is most prepared and ready for those hindrances.

Hence, to make the trek fruitful and successful, a trekker must possess and maintain physical fitness, a high energy level during the trek, and high endurance and vitality.

Trekkers implement and execute a plan of working out, including running, jogging, and cardio exercises, at least 15 days before their Annapurna and Tilicho journeys. Because, one have to walk for 5-6 hours every day. During the trek, our journey will ascend upwards more than 5000 meters. Therefore, one may suffer from Altitude problems like AMS – Acute Mountain Sickness, HAPE – High Altitude Pulmonary Edema, HACE- High Altitude Cerebral Edema and other critical health problems.

Be prepared and set a realistic goal for your upcoming trip. Aside from this, our company will always assist during and before the trip.

Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance is significant for the trekkers in Nepal. It is useful for the travelers in every ways. The 15 days Annapurna circuit trek with Tilicho lake exploration going to reward but equally strenuous and challenging. During the trek, you have to undergo to the deep of Himalayas. Additionally, you also have to ascend your feet approximately 5500 meters. Therefore, you better obtain a travel insurance prior starting this trip. Here are some significant things that have been covered by your insurance while trekking.

• Unexpected health costs
• Medical emergencies
• Insurance of baggage stolen, lost, or damaged.
• All refund, if a trip cancelled
• 24/7 Emergency support
• Any kind of financial losses during the trek.
• Emergency evacuation from helicopter

(Note: After booking your tour with us, you’d better send your all details of your insurance policy. In an emergency condition, we’ll assists you for quick, precise and effective rescue efforts )

Trekking permits

The two weeks longer Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Trek offers you panoramic views of mountains, landscapes, lush green forests, beautiful lake, glacier, snow capped mountains and many more. For Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake trek you need two kinds of permits.

ACAP – The ACAP is compulsory for all trekkers who landed their steps in Annapurna region. This fee helps in the conservation of wild animals and flora & fauna in the Annapurna Conservation area.

TIMS – You can obtain TIMS permit from Nepal Tourism Board which is situated in Kathmandu or from a registered trekking agency of Nepal. This permit requires almost all areas of trekking in Nepal.

The cost of TIMS permit is approx $20 (2500-2700 NPR) USD for foreign nationals and $10 USD for SAARC nation people. The permits have a validity of 2 months. However, Nepalese do not have to pay for TIMS permit.

Trekking Guides and Safety from Everest Summit Treks

You may get the unexplainable joy by witnessing the stunning peaks and impeccable scenery during the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek. It is really safe, when you travel with the Everest Summit Treks.

• Your journey will be safe, secure and comfort during the trekking.
• Our guides are well experienced, proper communication skills, possesses organizational skills. Above all, they have depth knowledge of destinations.
• Our tour guide will make positive environment among the trekkers throughout trekking.
• Our team leader can cancel the trip if someone gets sick or any uncertain circumstances come up.
• For the safety and betterment of trekkers, we provide all necessary medical facilities, and tools and equipments.

Highlighted places of Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek

Dharapani

Dharapani is one of the promising places of the Annapurna circuit trail. It is a culturally rich settlement situated in the Manang district. This place is famous for its breathtaking mountain views and conventional Nepalese construction, which will be seen through the house of this place.

When you land at this settlement, you will see the village has been surrounded by beautiful green hills and impenetrable forests that create a wonderful and peaceful atmosphere.

Chame

When you’re on the third day of the trip, you’ll get a chance to explore Chame—a headquarters rural municipality of Manang. It has an elevation of 2,650 meters. The village of Chame is a notable waypoint on the renowned Annapurna Circuit trek and functions as the administrative center of the Manang district.

This beautiful place offers you remarkable views of Mount Annapurna and Lamjung during your trekking journey. Besides this, its lush green forests, terraced fields, and astonishing scenic views make this place more wonderful.

Pisang

When you are on Annapurna Circuit trek; you’ll get to witness a small and beautiful settlement Pisang which is situated at the Manang district.

This place is surrounded by the icy mass of rocks. In addition, you’ll also witness this Annapurna Massiff (I, II, III, and IV), Manasalu and Gangapurna from this village. The upper pisang is usually regarded acclimatization centre for the trekkers.

Tilicho Lake

Tilicho Lake is one of the world’s highest lakes situated at Manang district. It is one of the most magnificent and sacred places in the world. It has an elevation of 4,919 meters. Every year several people visited this place by considering it sacred and pious.

This place is sacred and holds religious importance. As per the sources, during Treta Yuga, Valmiki mentioned this lake in the Ramayana. Another fascinating feature of Tilicho Lake is that it misses water sources and specific routes for water to get around, resulting in the water remaining within the lake.

Muktinath

Muktinath is a world’s pilgrimage site of Hinduism and Buddhism followers. It is a holy place where Lord’s Vishnu worshipped. This place is located near to the south of Thorong La Pass, with an altitude of 3,710 meters.

This site is also called the MuktiKshetra, which ultimately means the salvation. This worshipped temple has two holy ponds and 108 brass water sprouts. One need ACAP and TIMS permit to visit this place. Autumn is the best time to explore the sacred site Muktinath.

PoonHill

When you are on day 13^th of Annapurna Circuit Tilicho trek; you’ll get to witness the beautiful poonhill. This is the admirable view point of Nepal. Thousands of visitors every year landed at this place to view the sunrise and sunset. It is admirable for the panoramic views of Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Macchapuchre, Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri peaks. Besides this, diverse landscape and wonderful atmosphere leaves you in awe. Spring is the promising time to discover this place. The blooming rhododendron leaves you in awe in month of April.

Tatopani

On Day 11 of your trek, you’ll land your steps at Tatopani. This place is very vibrant and colorful for its hot springs. There is a belief, and it is also true that if you regularly bathe in hot water above 45 degrees Celsius, you’ll get the remedy from the chronic problems—all kinds of pain (joint, neck, & back), body swelling, ulcer, gastritis, and several other complexion & diseases.

Nayapul Village

On 13^th day of Annapurna circuit trek, you’ll get golden opportunity to visit Nayapul – a beautiful tiny settlement. It has an altitude of 1070 meters. Furthermore, it is regarded as starting and ending points of several popular treks.