Oct 16 - Oct 26, 2025 confirmed
Annapurna Circuit via Tilicho Lake
(11 days)
Annapurna Region,
Nepal
Rating:
| 12 reviews
Difficulty: strenuous
Public trek | 2 confirmed trekkers
Teahouse lodging, food, & transportation paid separately.
Food & Lodging
In order to provide you with the best possible price and to get as much money as possible directly to the people who are actually doing the work, we do not charge you in advance for teahouse lodging and food. The guide will be able to book accommodation for the group in advance during high season. However, you will pay the teahouse owner directly for food and lodging. Budget at least $25 a day for food and lodging to be paid in cash directly to the teahouse. Estimated food & lodging for this trip $275 per person.
Transportation
For 'Guide & Permit Only' treks we do not include transportation to/from the trail head. Your guide will help you arrange transportation to the trail head in the case where public bus tickets or a hired private vehicle is required. In addition to your own fare, please pay the fare of your guide and porter (if you have hired one) for public buses and public jeeps. In the case of flights, a fee for the guides transportation is included in the price. You have the option of allowing us to also book your flight this ensures that your guide can be on the same flight. You are also free to book your own flight with the airlines directly if you wish please let us know your flight information if you book your own tickets. If you are on trek in which multiple trekkers have joined we will provide you with the contacts of other members of your trek so that you can arrange your transportation together.- Permits ACAP and TIMS Card
- Guide Guide's wages, food, lodging, and insurance
- Guide's Transport
- VAT Tax 13% Nepal Government Tax
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Porter
Each porter may carry no more than 20 kg (44 lb). One porter is usually enough for 2 people's gear.
Government required insurance covers the porter in case of an accident while on the trip.
$20 per day per porter
+ $30 per porter for porter's insurance
+ $2.21 per day per porter for vat tax (porter)
2 confirmed trekkers
Axel (France)
With 1 guest: Arnaud (France )We will try to respond within 24 hours.
Trip Board (no comments)
While the new road offers the possibility of shortening this classic trek, it still provides one of the most diverse trekking experiences in Nepal. Starting at Chame, or the traditional starting point of Besi Sahar, the trail runs through lush forest and passes through villages to Manang. From Manang there is an option to take the spectacular side trip to Tilicho Lake, or continue directly over the Thorung La (5416 m) descending to the pilgrim town of Muktinath, a sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists. From Muktinath, you have the option to take a jeep via the wide valley of lower Mustang to Jomson, where both flights and buses to Pokhara can be arranged, or trek via the traditional village of Kagbeni, gateway to upper Mustang. While the road has taken some of the charm out of this classic trek, the advantage is that a trip can be tailored around one’s interests and time constraints. Whether you do the epic full circuit from Besi Sahar to Ghorepani, or take off a bite sized chunk around the Thorung La, the Annapurna Circuit still has plenty to offer.
Side trip via Tilicho Lake: 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
October 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
Thorung La at
5416 m. During
October, expect high temperatures of around
2.9°C (37°F)
and lows down to
-11.1°C (12°F)
at Thorung La.
Annapurna Circuit via Tilicho Lake
(Elevation Profile)
Itinerary
(11 days /
10 nights
)
created by
Axel
(France)
| Thu Oct 16 (day 1) |
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Kathmandu (1337 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 27.4°C (81°F) and lows of about 13.4°C (56°F) in October. |
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Public bus from Kathmandu to Besi Sahar
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$6.00
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Besi Sahar (800 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 30.6°C (87°F) and lows of about 16.6°C (62°F) in October. Overnight |
| Fri Oct 17 (day 2) |
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Shared vehicle from Besi Sahar to Chame
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$30.00
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Chame (2710 m)
From May through early October it is sometimes not possible to reach Chame by road due to landslides caused by rains. In that case you may have to start walking at an earlier point and the trek may take an extra day or two so make sure you plan accordingly, and pay your guide and porter for any extra days they work beyond the time you booked. Overnight |
| Sat Oct 18 (day 3) |
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Pisang (3240 m)
About 5-6 hours from Chame |
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Upper Pisang (3300 m)
About 20 min from Pisang Overnight |
| Sun Oct 19 (day 4) |
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Ghyaru (3670 m)
About 2 hours from Upper Pisang |
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Ngawal (3650 m)
About 45 minutes |
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Braka (3500 m)
About 45 minutes from Ngawal |
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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 |
| Mon Oct 20 (day 5) |
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Manang (3540 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 14.2°C (58°F) and lows of about 0.2°C (32°F) in October. Overnight |
| Tue Oct 21 (day 6) |
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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 |
| Wed Oct 22 (day 7) |
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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 |
| Thu Oct 23 (day 8) |
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Ledar (4230 m)
About 1 hour from Yak Kharkha |
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Thorung Phedi (4540 m)
About 1-3 hours from Letdar Overnight |
| Fri Oct 24 (day 9) |
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Thorung High Camp (4830 m)
About 1 hour from Thorung Phedi |
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Thorung La (5416 m)
About 3-6 hours from Thorong Phedi |
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Muktinath (3800 m)
About 3-5 hours from Thorong La Overnight |
| Sat Oct 25 (day 10) |
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Shared vehicle from Muktinath to Jomsom
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$8.00
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Jomsom (2760 m)
About 6 hours trekking or 1.5 hours in a jeep from Muktinath Overnight |
| Sun Oct 26 (day 11) |
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Public bus from Jomsom to Pokhara
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$18.00
Estimated cost:
$130.00
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Pokhara (827 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 30.4°C (87°F) and lows of about 16.4°C (62°F) in October. |
