The Annapurna Circuit with a side trip to Tilicho Lake at 4,919 m, before crossing the Thorong La.
18 days5,416 m high pointExpedition
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About the route
The Annapurna Circuit with a side trip from Manang to Tilicho Lake before crossing the Thorong La. The last stop marked on the map is Muktinath, at 3,800 m.
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Thorong La · 5,416 m
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Day-by-day itinerary
Sample stages from a partner operator's published itinerary for this trek. Ask us for the full day-by-day plan.
Day 1 · 7hrs drive · 135kms/83mls
↑ 310m descend
A 5-hour bus ride takes us to the starting point of the trek: Besisahar (900m), the capital of Lamjung District. After lunch drive 2hrs to Syange, to avoid the crowded town of Besisahar. Also, it is a nice walk and a better way to experience village life in Syange (1130m) from the first day. Great mountain views!
Day 2 · 6hrs · 15.4kms/9.6mls
↑ 570m ascend
Also at the beginning, we will be walking on the road for about 3 hours after that we will be walking on the trail up to Tal. On the way to Tak, we can see beautiful waterfalls and beehives. Tal is the first village of the Manang district. A paradise along the Marsyandi River. We can see beautiful waterfalls from the hotel. A Buddhist shrine called Chorten is located in front of the waterfall and according to the villagers the shrine protects the villages from natural disasters. Tal means lake in Nepali. The village was once a lake, and therefore it is called Tal (1700m). Hiking hours: 6
Day 3 · 5hrs · 12kms/7.5mls
↑ 600m ascend
Tal is the first village in the Manang district. A paradise along the Marsyandi River. We can see beautiful waterfalls from the hotel. A Buddhist shrine called Chorten is located in front of the waterfall and according to the villagers the shrine protects the villages from natural disasters. Today's destination is Danagyu (2300m). Hiking hours: 5
Day 4 · 5hrs · 15.5kms/9.62mls
↑ 300m ascend
We continue to follow the river and reach Chame (2670m). This village is famous for its hot springs – perfect for soothing our aching limbs! The village of Chame is the district headquarters of Manang district. Many administrative offices are located in Chame. The trail continues through pine and rhododendron forests with a spectacular view of Manaslu. The lower route is faster but is not as scenic as the higher route. Hiking hours: 5.
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Based on a partner operator's listing, “Tilicho Lake & Annapurna Massif Trek”, last updated May 23, 2024.
