Start the wonderful adventure at Tilicho Base Camp with Thorang-La Pass Trek with an exciting overland journey, heading beyond Kathmandu Valley. Following the main country highway, that connects all of Nepal, from east to west.
The drive leads to mid-hills around warmer climate towards the Mid-West reaching Bhesishar, the headquarters town of Lamjung district. On arrival transfer into a nice simple hotel or lodge, having time to browse around interesting Bhesishar town.
The morning after a good breakfast another interesting drive to reach the starting point of the trek from Dharapani. The drive follows the Masrsyangdi River for Sometimes through Khudi and Bulbule villages to reach Syange.
From here the drive climbs on a winding hilly road to Jagat Village, above the Masrsyangdi River. Then the drive heads to slow up to Chamje and towards a wide river valley at Tal-Besi Village. The entrance to Manang district, from here a short drive brings you to the cooler area at Dharapani Village. Located on a wide river gorge en route to Manaslu and Annapurna Circuit Trekking. At Dharapani enjoy the comfort of a nice mountain lodge for overnight, with the sound of Masrsyangdi River flow.
Start the first day walk to Chame, the headquarters town of Manang areas, a pleasant morning to begin with. Following the wide trail through nice cool forest of rhododendrons and pine trees to Bagarchap village. Views of Annapurna peak towards the west, as the walk leads to another nice area of Danaque.
Village with an apple orchard, from here a steep climb to Timang. A large Gurung, Village with stunning views of the Manaslu Himalayan range and Lamjung Himal. An ideal spot for lunch break, afternoon a gentle walk down to the river towards Kodo Village. From here on gradual ups, for an hour to Chame for an overnight stop
in a nice lodge. The town is situated amidst lovely forest surroundings with views of Lamjung Himal, enjoy the leisurely afternoon exploring Chame Town.
From Pisang, the walk follows the river through the dense forested trail to the small village of Brathang. As adventure continues crossing a bridge with climb to a high ridge at Dukure Pokhari with few small lodges. Enjoy the lunch stop with grand views of towering Pisang Peak, afternoon an easy walk downhill to Pisang Village.
Pisang Village is located on a windswept dry valley with blue pine trees, beneath the giant Pisang Peak. At Pisang overnight in a nice simple lodge with rooms with a view of surrounding peaks.
Today’s walk leads to the heart of Manang Valley at the main Manang village, an interesting and scenic walk. A short day of trekking, from Pisang Village climb on the gradual path within lovely trees of blue pines and rhododendrons.
The reaching top of a high ridge offers spectacular views of the Manang Valley. Surrounded by Chulu’s towards the north with the Annapurna Himalayan range in the south and Pisang Peak towards the northeast. From the top a slow descent to Humde Village with a small airstrip, and then walk to Braga. A small windswept village with an old monastery, on top of a high ridge. Having time to visit the monastery of great religious and cultural interest of Buddhist heritage.
The walk then leads to Manang Village for two overnight stops in the comfort of good lodge accommodation. It also serves good food menu of great varieties to enjoy and dinner. Rest of the afternoon, explore the interesting Manang Village of impressive traditional Tibetan-style houses. Facing views of Gangapurna, Annapurna II and III with Chulu peaks.
Enjoy a rest day free from the daily routine of packing, Manang offers several short and long hiking. The best is to walk down to the river and climb to a viewpoint. Provide a close look at Gangapurna Himal Ice Fall and glaciers with Manang small turquoise-colored lake. As well grand vista of Annapurna II and III with Chulu and Pisang Peaks towards the North. After a great scenic hike return for lunch, the rest of the afternoon at leisure marveling at the beautiful scenery.
From Manang Village, our route diverts from the Annapurna Circuit trail for some days. Morning walk follows beyond Manang, leaving the main trail heading towards Tilicho Base Camp and the Lake. The walk leads on a narrow path with short downs and with steep ups to Khangsar village. For overnight halt, the last permanent village after Manang en route to Tilicho Base Camp and the Lake.
Enjoy the morning glorious scenery of Gangapurna Himal and Tilicho Peaks. After a good breakfast walk heads towards an exciting dramatic wilderness amidst dry windswept country. Walk leads on a path covered with small rocks of scree, then climb to a steep slope ridge. As uphill continues till Tilicho Base Camp is reached for overnight halt. An isolated spot with a few small nice lodges to accommodate the trekkers. Transfer into a nice cozy room, afternoon enjoy the grand vista of surrounding rugged and beautiful landscapes. Along with the views of Gangapurna Himal and Tilicho Peak.
The morning starts from the base camp towards the main highlight, as the climb Follows a steep ridge of rocky dunes. After an hour or more a short descent to reach the shore of stunning turquoise Tilicho Lake. Enjoy the picturesque landscapes, with close views of the towering snow peaks of Tilicho, Gangapurna Himal and Nilgiri’s. Achieving the first highlight of the adventures with time to explore the beautiful Tilicho and the world’s highest glacial lake. Return walk up and down past Tilicho Base Camp to reach a small isolated settlement at Shiri-Kharka for an overnight stop.
From the Tilicho and Shiri-Kharka, a walk follows to join the main trail of Annapurna Circuit. A walk leads past Khangsar village, to reach Yak Kharka for overnight. On reaching the main trail, the walk follows gradual winding-ups with close views of Chulu West Peak. Slowly the walk completes reaching, a wide valley at Yak Kharka, enjoy the comfort of a nice lodge.
A short morning walk to Thorang High Camp, but the gain in altitude makes the pace slower. Heading towards the end of Manang Valley, around dry country, the walk then heads down to a stream. Then with a short steep up, the walk continues on a gentle path reaching Thorang Phedi.
The bottom of the pass, a place with few simple good lodges, has a refreshing stop. A steep slow climb of less than an hour to reach High Camp for lunch and overnight stop. Enjoy the sheer mountain dramatic wilderness, and have a good rest, for the next morning-long climb to Thorang-La Pass.
An early morning starts to reach high Thorang-La Pass before the sun hits with the cold chill factor reaches. The walk starts heading on a gradual path for a start and then winds up reaching a small glacial pond. Then the climb gets steeper, as you step on top of Thorang-La Pass feeling quite exhausted.
Having a rest and feeling glad overcoming the hardest sections of the adventure and standing on the highest point. Enjoy the spectacular panorama of the surrounding giant snow peaks of Damodar, Dhaulagiri, and Chulu peaks.Includes most of the Annapurna range of peaks, and as far as Manaslu Himal, after a glorious morning. Thorang-La forms the boundary of Manang and Mustang districts, from the top, a long descent to the bottom. Then the walk gets better on a gradual path to Muktinath holy site, and further down to the village. Where the good hotels and lodges are located at Rani Pawa the name of the village. Situated close to the temple premises of Muktinath on the motorable roadhead, enjoy the comfort of nice good lodge accommodation.
On the last day and a short walk of the adventure to Jomsom town, the morning walk leads downhill to a flat plain of Kaligandaki River valley, as the walk continues on a river bed then ending our trek at Jomsom. A big town with many excellent lodges, hotels, and inns for overnight stops with fancy restaurants and fresh bakeries. Jomsom headquarters town of Mustang region with a small airstrip above Kaligandaki River, an interesting country around Kaligandaki River valley within the dry country with incredible views of windblown hills and canyons.
Morning is a short walk to Jomsom airport for a scenic short flight to land at beautiful Pokhara. During air-borne fabulous views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Himalayan peaks, then landing at Pokhara Airport. Pokhara is a leading tourist destination in the Himalayas. A beautiful city with grand views of Annapurna Himalaya with magnificent Machhapuchare Himal 'Fish Tail'. A short drive from the airport to your hotel. Located by the serene Phewa Lake, with time for short walks around Phewa Lakeside, an exciting place to explore.
As time for a short scenic flight to Kathmandu, from the scenic city of Pokhara and beautiful lakes. Along with stunning views of Annapurna and Machhapuchare, the Fish Tail peaks. Transfer to Pokhara airport for sweeping panoramic flight, facing grand views of the Himalayan Mountain range. On arrival at Kathmandu domestic airport, a short drive back to your respective hotels. After a great wonderful experience on Tilicho Base Camp with Thorang-La Pass Trekking.
Tilicho Base Camp and Thorang-La Pass Treks follow the same route as the Annapurna Circuit Trail. The walk starts with walks with short climbs, after leaving the main Annapurna Circuit trail from Manang village. Heading towards sheer mountain wilderness, on a narrow rocky path with some steep climbs to Tilicho Base Camp and the Lake. Walking slowly with care around steep and narrow paths and having frequent rest will overcome the difficulties. Most of the walking follows a straightforward, gradual winding path, the main tough and steep climb to Thorang-La Pass. The rest of the walk is normal with a slight touch of altitude, taking slow having stopping from being breathless. Will make the treks enjoyable along with surrounding beautiful scenery.
Certainly, it can make the climb tough and hard with steep ups along with the gain in altitude. But heeding slowly with enough rest to catch the breath, makes the climb much easier. As well as you will also be well acclimatized before reaching the highest point on top of Thorang-La Pass.
Yes, the itinerary is set accordingly with enough acclimatization days, once the walk enters the high Manang Valley. Having short hours of walking from Pisang Village onwards to Manang and Tilicho Base Camp. The walking distance of a few hours to reach designated overnight stops. As walks proceed trekkers will be well acclimatized before reaching the main highlight destinations.
For this great adventure, before and after booking the trip, one should be in sound medical health. As well as having daily an hour of exercise, like walking, jogging, running ups and downs. Including any outdoor physical activities and checking with your medical doctor. As well as packing the right gear for the Tilicho Base Camp and Thorang-La Pass, or any other adventure around the Himalayas.
