Oct 23 - Oct 27, 2025 | Change
via Tilicho Lake
side trek
(5 days)
Annapurna Region, Nepal
View full itinerary: Annapurna Circuit
Highlights:
Manang and Tilicho Lake
Difficulty:
strenuous
If you only have time for one side trip off the main Annapurna circuit, make time for the jaw-dropping vistas of Tilicho lake. Nestled against the backs of the Annapurna peaks, this brilliant blue lake at 5000m is a sight not to be missed. The trail to the lake is scenic but challenging, winding along loose eroded cliff sides to the Tilicho Base Camp lodge. From the lodge, there is a steep hike up to the lake and viewpoint that’s well worth the effort.
Weather Conditions in October
change startOctober begins the most popular time to trek, with moderate temperatures, clear skies in the wake of the monsoon, and a low chance of rain and snow. In recent years, the monsoon rains have receded later with weather patterns typically stabilizing in mid-October. While the chance of snow is decreased, there is the possibility of a heavy snowfall at higher elevations. If ill-timed and prolonged, this can make it difficult to cross some passes.
At a glance
On average there are 4 days with precipitation in
October. The highest point on the trek is
Tilicho Lake at
4919 m. During
October, expect high temperatures of around
5.9°C (43°F)
and lows down to
-8.1°C (17°F)
at Tilicho Lake.
via Tilicho Lake
Side trek
(Elevation Profile)
Itinerary (5 days)
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| Thu Oct 23 (day 1) |
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Manang (3540 m)
Acclimatization wise it is also possible to spend the 2nd night at Khangsar instead of Manang if you wish and the group agrees Overnight |
| Fri Oct 24 (day 2) |
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Manang (3540 m) Overnight |
| Sat Oct 25 (day 3) |
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Khangsar (3745 m)
About 2-3 hours from Manang |
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Shree Kharka (4080 m)
About 2-3 hours from Khangsar |
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Tilicho Base Camp (3900 m)
About 6-9 hours from Manang, about 4-6 hours from Khangsar, or about 2-3 hours from Shree Kharka Overnight |
| Sun Oct 26 (day 4) |
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Tilicho Lake (4919 m)
About 2-4 hours up to the lake and about 1-1.5 hours back. While it's possible to see Tilicho Lake in the morning and make it to Yak Kharkha the same day it's more leisurely to add an extra rest day. This option would also give more time to explore the lake. |
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Shree Kharka (4080 m)
About 2 hours from Tilicho Base Camp |
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Yak Kharka (4020 m)
About 5-6 hours from Tilicho Base Camp, or about 4 hours from Shree Kharka Overnight |
| Mon Oct 27 (day 5) |
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Treks departing around Oct 23, 2025
Nov 2 - Nov 16, 2025 confirmed
Annapurna Circuit Classic Start from Besi Sahar, via Tilicho Lake, and Bus to Tatopani and trek to Poon Hill
(15 days)
Annapurna Region,
Nepal
2 confirmed trekkers
Nov 8 - Nov 19, 2025 unconfirmed
Annapurna Circuit via Tilicho Lake and Chamje Start
(12 days)
Annapurna Region,
Nepal
1 interested &
0 confirmed trekkers
For 1 person to join this trek
Guide & Permits Only
Price drops to $321 if 1 interested trekker joins this trek
via Tilicho Lake Itinerary Reviews
by Samuel (Australia) on Oct 26, 2019
Annapurna Circuit Classic finish via Poon Hill, via Tilicho Lake, and Classic Start from Besi Sahar led by Ang Tsering Sherpa
Tilicho lake was a great side trip. It can be quite a strenuous day if coming from Manang and climbing Tilicho on the same day, but it's definitely worth it!
by Elsa (Canada) on Apr 15, 2019
Annapurna Circuit via Tilicho Lake, via Kagbeni, and via Marpha led by Pasang Dawa Sherpa
This part of the trek was much more challenging and dangerous than I expected however it was very rewarding and worth the effort! Pasang was, of course, a most excellent leader!
by Nee (Malaysia) on Oct 25, 2017
Annapurna Circuit via Tilicho Lake and Classic finish via Poon Hill led by Mingma Nuru Sherpa
great view and worth all the efforts!
