The Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake is one of Nepal’s most iconic and diverse trekking adventures, renowned for its dramatic landscapes, cultural richness, and thrilling high-altitude challenges.
This legendary 17-day Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake offers an unparalleled journey through diverse landscapes and rich cultures, combining the classic Annapurna Circuit with a spectacular side trip to Tilicho Lake, one of the world’s highest lakes, and culminating in the crossing of the formidable Thorong La Pass.
The Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake begins with an overland drive from Kathmandu into the heart of the Annapurna region, starting your trek in the lush lower Marsyangdi Valley. As you ascend, you’ll pass through charming villages like Tal, Bagarchap, Chame, and Upper Pisang, with forests gradually giving way to more alpine terrain and stunning glimpses of peaks like Annapurna II and Pisang Peak.
In Manang, a rest day includes a hike to Gangapurna Lake, preparing you for higher altitudes. An exciting detour to Tilicho Lake — a key highlight of the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake — adds a unique side adventure before crossing the formidable Thorong La Pass (5,416 m), the highest point of the Annapurna Circuit Trek.
Returning to the main trail, you’ll continue your ascent towards the Thorong La Pass (5,416 m), and the descent brings a dramatic change in scenery as you enter the arid, desert-like landscapes of Lower Mustang.
You’ll visit the sacred pilgrimage site of Muktinath and the ancient, captivating village of Kagbeni before reaching Jomsom. From Jomsom, an adventurous road journey takes you to the beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara for well-deserved relaxation, followed by a drive back to Kathmandu.
This challenging yet rewarding Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake takes you through diverse Himalayan landscapes and rich cultural settings. With Eagle Trail Escapes, the adventure becomes smoother, safer, and more fulfilling every step of the way.