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Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Poon Hill – 18 Days

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Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Poon Hill – 18 Days

Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Poon Hill – 18 Days

  • North East India Trip
  • 88448m
  • Lodge
  • English, Hindi
  • 18
18 Days

Overview

The Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Poonhill is a popular trek that offers breathtaking views of the Annapurna mountain range and the surrounding landscapes. The trek is considered to be one of the best trekking routes in the world and is perfect for those who are looking for an adventure in the Himalayas.

One of the highlights of the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake and Poonhill is Tilicho Lake, which is considered to be the highest in the world. The lake is located at an altitude of 4,919 meters and is surrounded by snow-capped peaks. The trek to Tilicho Lake is a challenging one but the views from the lake are worth the effort. Another highlight of the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Poonhill is Poonhill, which is a popular viewpoint for trekkers. Poonhill offers panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. From Poonhill, you can see the beautiful sunrise over the Himalayas, which is an unforgettable experience.

The Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho and Poonhill Trek starts in the beautiful city of Kathmandu and takes you through picturesque villages, lush forests, and high-altitude passes. The trek takes you through the beautiful Thorong La Pass, which is the highest point of the trek at 5,416 meters above sea level. The trek is also an opportunity to experience the local culture and lifestyle of the people living in the region. The trek takes you through traditional villages where you can learn about the customs and traditions of the local people. You can also enjoy delicious local food and traditional dances and festivals. The Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake and Ghorepani Trek is a challenging trek and requires a good level of fitness. It is recommended that you hire a guide and porter to help you with the trek. The guides are familiar with the route and can help you navigate through the challenging terrain.

The Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Itinerary begins with an early-morning bus journey from Kathmandu to Bhulbule, followed by a shared jeep ride to Dharapani while taking in the sights of lovely villages, terraced fields, and mountain regions. From Dharapani to Chame, the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Poonhill officially begins. After spending the night in Chame, you will go to Upper Pisang, where you can see stunning views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and Annapurna III. From Upper Pisang to Manang, you will travel while taking in the spectacular high peaks, such as Gangapurna, Tilicho, and Pisang Peak, and Tibetan-style villages. After acclimatizing at Manang for a day, you will travel to Siri Kharka the next day.

You will hike to Tilicho Base Camp from Siri Kharka and spend the night there. You will arrive at magnificent Tilicho Lake the next day. You may get stunning views of the immaculate lake water and magnificent high mountains from Tilicho Lake. You will return to Siri Kharka to spend the night after arriving at Tilicho Lake. You will continue your Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake and Poonhill journey to Yak Kharka the next morning after waking up in Siri Kharka. You will depart from Yak Kharka the next morning and go to Thorang Phedi. You could hike to Thorang High Camp for the night if the weather is appropriate. You will climb a steep incline from Thorang Phedi to Thorong La Pass. Crossing Thorong La Pass you will head to Muktinath, which is a Hindu and Buddhist holy site.

After a night at Muktinath, you will trek to Tukuche via Jomsom, a bustling market in this region. The next day your journey will head toward Ghasa and then Tatapani, natural hot springs that are perfect for relaxation and also believed to heal diseases. From Tatopani, your Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Poonhill route will lead you to Ghorepani, which is mostly populated by Gurung people. Next morning you will head toward Tikhedhunga after enjoying beautiful views from Poonhill. You will do your final trek from Tikhedhunga to Nayapul then you will take a public bus or jeep to Pokhara. From Pokhara, you will take a tourist bus to Kathmandu, which will conclude your Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho and Poonhill Trek.

We at Green Valley Nepal Treks and Research Hub are pleased to present our well-planned Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake and Ghorepani Trek Detailed Itinerary, which will give you the experience of a lifetime. Booking is now available for 2025 and 2026. Based on your time, budget, and endurance, we are willing to modify this package to meet your requirements. For more questions regarding the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani package cost, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Highlight

  • Views of the Annapurna mountain range and other snow-capped summits will astound you.
  • Witness the magnificent views of Mt. Annapurna, Thorung Peak, Nilgiri, Chulu, Tukuche Peak, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himal, and Annapurna.
  • Stunning journey to Tilicho Lake, the highest lake in the world at 4920 meters
  • Get amazed while crossing the world's largest pass, Thorung-La Pass at an altitude of 5416 meters
  • During the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Poonhill, encounter gorgeous lakes, gorges, glaciers, and waterfalls.
  • Visit the biggest Monastery in Bhraga, Manang.
  • Visit the 108 stone faucets at the Muktinath Temple, which is revered by both Hindus and Buddhists.
  • Get mesmerized by watching the amazing Narchyang waterfall on the route to Tatopani from Ghasa
  • Explore the Annapurna region's charming landscapes, Rhododendron forests, and small settlements of Gurung People, while exploring Ghorepani and Poonhill
  • Admire magnificent sunrises across the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna mountains from Poonhill.
  • The most beautiful vistas of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapucche, Hiunchuli, Nilgiri, and Mardi
  • he stunning villages of Ghorepani, Nangethanti, Ulleri, and Tikhedhunga will enchant you.
  • Get excellent hospitality from the natives and forget all your fatigue and walking ache.
  • Enjoy your quality time at the picturesque Phewa Lake in Pokhara.

Itinerary

You will be met by our airport representative at Tribhuwan International Airport; please find the person who is holding the Green Valley Nepal Treks display board. He will transport you to the hotel in a special tourist vehicle and help you check in. After a long travel, relax with a nap. To get your first sights of Kathmandu city, explore some of the lovely spots outside of your lodging.

Trip meeting: at 14:00 we will have a trip meeting at the Green valley Nepal Treks office for a briefing on the Annapurna Circuit Trek with the Tilicho Lake and Poon Hill Itinerary

A regular bus that departs early in the morning will take you from Kathmandu to Bhulbhule via Besisahar. Your journey to Dharapani, your final stop for the day, will next be made in a shared jeep. With its breathtaking waterfalls, snow-capped mountains, and several suspension bridges, the experience of Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Poonhill will astound you. Before reaching Dharapani, you will travel beside the Marsayangdi River via charming rural villages like Ngadi, Bahundanda, Syange, Jagat, Chamje, and Tal. Visitors should register their IDs and hiking permits at the Dharapani police checkpoint.

You will travel through the alpine country today, where the temperature will decline. One gets to the Tibetan settlements of Bagarchhap and Danakyu after trekking through the woodlands. Along with pine forests, farms, and vistas of the Lamjung and Annapurna II peaks, you will witness the apple-growing region. After passing through the lovely towns of Timang, Thanchowk, and Koto, where the Naar-Phu road connects the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho and Poonhill Trek Route, you will eventually arrive at Chame. The village's main entrance is framed by a sizable mani wall with prayer wheels. The district seat of Manang, Chame, offers a wide range of amenities, including lodging, Internet cafés, outdoor equipment stores, banks, and communication and medical centers.

The Chame route winds through stunning pine and rhododendron woods in a small, steep valley. The Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake and Ghorepani Trek Route ascends after a suspension bridge over the Marshyangdi River and provides stunning views of mountainous terrain, including the face of Pangdi Danda and Swargadwari Danda. You will pass through the villages of Talekhu and Bhratang and arrive at Dhikur Pokhari if you keep going. Annapurna II, Pisang Peak, Chulu Peak, and Tilicho Peak, among many more peaks, can be viewed from Dhikur Pokhari. After that, you will go toward Upper Pisang by crossing a suspension bridge over a river. Upper Pisang offers stunning views of the Annapurna Range's Kuntu Danda, Longyo Danda, and Pisang Peak.

ou will take the toughest path, which includes multiple steep ascents and twists, starting from Upper Pisang. You can experience breathtaking views of the Lamjung Himal (6,983m), Annapurna II (7,937m), Annapurna IV (7,525m), Gandarbha Chuli (6,250m), Annapurna III (7555m), Gangapurna (7,544m), Glacier Dome (7,193m), and Khangsar Kan while trekking on the upper paths of Upper Pisang through Ghyaru and Ngawal (6,091m). You will notice that the air gets colder, dryer, and harsher as the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Route ascend.

You will get the chance to learn about Buddhist culture as you go through the Tibetan settlements along this trail. On the route to Manang, it passes through the endearing village of Munchi and the inconspicuous hamlet of Braga. You will eventually arrive at Manang market after passing through a number of monasteries. Along the way, you will notice that the road is lined with Buddhist temples. One of the largest settlements in Manang, which is situated along the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Poonhill route.

 

Before continuing to Tilicho Lake, this is a rest day as per Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake and Poonhill Itinerary. Make the most of your time by taking a little stroll to acclimate yourself by visiting Gangapurna Lake and the neighborhood. The scenery is stunning, despite the route of this tourist attraction is a little challenging and littered with tiny pebbles. The serene Gangapurna Lake receives its water from melting glaciers while being surrounded by gleaming mountains and rugged hills. Glacial Dom, Khangsar Kang, Mt. Gangapurna, and Annapurna can all be seen from the lake. Also popular among hikers are side trips to the beautiful Ice Lake and Base Camp.

Manang and Siri Kharka are connected via a shorter path. You will descend from the top route to a river, cross it, and then continue on a track that will take you through coniferous forests. It will take around three hours on foot to get to the Tibetan settlement of Khangsar. From Khangsar, go toward Shiri Kharka, passing a monastery along the way. With today's Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Poonhill routes, you will get breathtaking views of Mount Chulu and Gungang Himal.

You will depart from Siri Kharka in the early morning to travel to Tilicho Base Camp. On the existing Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho and Poonhill Trek, the route from Siri Kharka to Tilicho Base Camp is neither very physically demanding nor steep. But given that you will be traversing uneven, landslide-prone ground while trekking along tight routes, it may be challenging. From the paths, you might be able to observe spectacular snow-capped summits like Tilicho Peak and incredible rock formations. After spending most of the day ascending a challenging terrain, you will eventually reach the valley, pass through a little creek, and reach Tilicho Base Camp.

This is one of the special days of the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake and Ghorepani Trek Itinerary because you will be able to see Tilicho Lake. However, you will start your day at Tilicho Base Camp early in order to avoid the afternoon breeze. Due to the steepness of the trail, it will take two to three hours of effort to get to Tilicho Lake, one of the highest lakes in the world. As you move along, yaks and deer will be grazing above and below your path.

Tilicho Lake, a large lake with a stunning setting, is located on the other side, hidden behind the north face of Tilicho Peak. An elite French expedition team referred to Tilicho Lake as "The Great Ice Lake." The three majestic peaks that surround Tilicho Lake are the Tilicho Himal, Annapurna Range, and Nilgiri Himal. The Lake also holds a unique place in Hinduism since it is mentioned in The Ramayan, one of the religion's holiest books. You will enjoy the splendors of Tilicho Lake before heading back to Siri Kharka, where you will spend the night.

The Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani journey will be started today from Siri Kharka to Yak Kharka. As you continue down the same route toward the village of Kangsar, you will pass through Tare Gumba, a more than a thousand-year-old complex of monasteries that is incredibly important to Buddhists. Upon arrival, Khangsar Village will be desolate, with the exception of a few irregular herders during festival seasons. After leaving the village of Kangsar in the Thorang Khola valley, you will encounter a seasonal bridge that will lead you to a plateau. To get to Yak Kharka, where you will spend the night, you must go a bit farther. Beautiful views of the Annapurna mountain ranges can be seen from Yak Kharka.

After breakfast, you will continue your Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Poonhill through Ledar, the final settlement on the trail. After continuing along the winding path, you will ascend a ridge that will provide you with a breathtaking view of Annapurna II, Gangapurna, Tobuche, and Chuli Peak. Following that, the path descends to Marsyandhi, which you may access through the wooden bridge. A small neighborhood teahouse is seen along the walk, where visitors may unwind and eat.

You will ascend the path from the river's right bank after passing the hamlet, then go along the twisting road before descending to Thorung Phedi. After being assigned, you have a choice between relaxing in the teahouse and making the ascent to high camp for an overnight stay. No matter what, you can always enjoy the breathtaking view of the neighboring snowy peaks and valleys.

The journey you will undertake today is one of the toughest on the entire Annapurna Circuit Trek with the Tilicho Lake and Poon Hill Itinerary.

Start earlier than on other days because we have to hike up to 5,416 meters to Thorong La Pass, which is the highest point of this trek. Thorong La Pass offers a distant view of the Annapurna Range, Thorong Peak, Dhaulagiri Range, Nilgiri, and other mountains. After savoring the splendor and snapping a few pictures, you will descend to Muktinath. There is only downhill travel between Thorong La Pass and Muktinath.

Muktinath is not only a Buddhist temple but also the second-largest Hindu temple. The Muktinath shrine receives a high number of Hindu pilgrims. In Muktinath, there are two small ponds and 108 water taps. A holy natural gas flame sparkles behind a grill just above the spring at Dhola Mebar Gompa, or the Jwalamai (goddess of fire) temple, a short distance away via a group of chortens.

Today's Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking route will leave from Muktinath once breakfast is over.

Take a sharing Jeep to Tatopani from Muktinath. Total driving distance to Tatopani from Muktinath is 43.5 kilometers. It will take about 4 to 5 hours to reach Tatopani.

Once you reach Tatopani, you will have to explore around town and bathe in a natural hot spring.

After enjoying a sumptuous breakfast in Tatopani, you will set off on your Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Poonhill route from the highway. You will pass through picturesque villages with terraced and sloping farmlands, such as Ghara, Shikha, and Phalate. Throughout the trek, you may see how villagers live. Ghorepani is reached after a hard climb largely along stone-paved routes. A variety of vibrant plants can be seen along the way, and as you climb, you can see more and more majestic mountain peaks. The next morning, additional beauty can be seen at Poon Hill.

For the Poon Hill excursion, you must get up early. The most breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas are provided by Poon Hill, which is located 3210 meters above sea level. The golden summits come to life with the dawn's first light. Following an hour of taking in the breathtaking scenery, you will return to Ghorepani for a delicious supper before continuing the Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho and Poonhill Trek in the direction of Tikhedhunga. To ultimately get to Tikhedhunga, your final stop for the day, you will walk through rhododendron woods, passing through magnificent towns like Nangethanti, Banthanti, and Ulleri, a sizable Magar hamlet.

You will begin your Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake and Ghorepani Trek from Tikhedhunga to Nayapul today after breakfast. To ultimately reach Nayapul, you will stroll through picturesque towns like Hile, Sudame, and Birethanti. Following Bhurungdi Khola from Sudame to Birethanti and then Modi Khola to Nayapul is your hiking route. You will take a private vehicle from Nayapul to Pokhara. You will have free time in Pokhara to spend any way you choose. You may go shopping, explore the area around your hotel, or perhaps rent a boat and cruise Phewa Lake.

This will be the last day of your Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho and Ghorepani Itinerary, which involves trekking. After a sumptuous breakfast in Pokhara, you will board a tourist bus for Kathmandu. The travel time to the Kathmandu Valley will be between 7 and 8 hours. From the bus's windows, you can take in the breathtaking scenery as you journey. Once in Kathmandu, our driver will assist you in getting to your accommodation. We will celebrate the successful conclusion of your trekking with an incredible farewell dinner in the evening.

A drop from the hotel to the airport 3 hours before the scheduled time of the flight is arranged in a private tourist vehicle.

You can also opt for another program with us and elongate your stay.

Included / excluded

  • Airport Transfers:
  • Pickup from Kathmandu International Airport upon your arrival.
  • Drop-off at Kathmandu International Airport on your departure date.
  • Accommodation in Cities:
  • 2 nights' accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu (one night before the trek begins and one night upon your return from Pokhara).
  • 1 night's accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star hotel in Pokhara (on Day 16).
  • Meals During Trek:
  • 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) throughout the Annapurna Circuit Trek, including the extensions to Tilicho Lake and Poon Hill.
  • Accommodation During Trek:
  • Best available teahouse accommodation on a twin-sharing basis.
  • Transportation:
  • Taxi from your hotel to the bus station in Kathmandu.
  • Public bus ticket from Kathmandu to Besisahar.
  • Shared jeep from Besisahar to Dharapani.
  • Public bus ticket from Muktinath to Tatopani on Day 13.
  • Private car from Nayapul (trek endpoint) to Pokhara.
  • Tourist bus ticket from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
  • Permits:
  • All necessary trekking permits.
  • Guide & Porter Services:
  • One professional trekking guide with insurance, well-paid salary, equipment, food, and accommodation.
  • Optional: Trekking gear duffel bag for your trekking stuff (if you decide to take a porter).
  • Equipment (if needed):
  • Sleeping bag
  • Trekking poles
  • Additional Items:
  • One pocket map of the Annapurna region.
  • Green Valley Nepal Treks t-shirt.
  • Water purification tablets (please bring your own water bottle).
  • International airfare and Nepal Visa Fee (You may easily issue Nepal visa on your travel) and Nepal Travel insurance.
  • Meals and extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Porter to carry luggage during the trek. If you would like to take porter it will cost USD 360.
  • Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, Tips
  • Expenses occurred due to unavoidable Events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays, etc
  • Tips for guide and potter (it is expected at the end of the trek)

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