Annapurna, Nar Phu & Tilicho Lake

22 Days

5100m

Annapurna Region

Tough

Overview

Trek into the rugged heart of the Annapurna range. Explore the remote Nar Phu region and cross the Kang La (5100m) Camp at Tilicho Lake (4900m), the highest lake for its size in the world Cross the Mesokanto La for sweeping views to Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri peaks. Enjoy a fully supported camping based trek, with three hearty meals prepared daily by our cooks wonder at the majesty of the highest mountain range on earth during flights from Jomson to Pokhara & Kathmandu Immerse yourself in Kathmandu and visit the Hindu shrine at Pashupatinath and the giant Buddhist stupa at Boudhanath

With two remote passes, a high altitude lake and impressive views of some of the world’s highest mountains. We ascend through the lower portion of the Annapurna region before turning into a secluded and rugged valley towards the villages of Nar and Phu. Well off the beaten path, we are rewarded with magnificent campsites, secluded villages and an awesome backdrop of peaks. After crossing the Kang La we enter the heart of the Annapurnas, camping alongside Tilicho Lake before crossing Mesokanto La. Rugged, adventurous and rewarding, this is Himalayan trekking at its absolute finest.

Itinerary

DAYS	ITINERARY
01	Arrive in Kathmandu (1330m)
02	In Kathmandu (1330m)
03	Drive to Besisahar & Bhulbhule (approx. 7 hrs.) and commence trek to Nadi (1-2 hours)
04	To Jagat (1340m) via Syange (1136m). Walk approx 6 hrs.
05	To Dharapani (1870m). Walk approx. 6hrs.
06	To Koto (2575m). Walk approx 5- 6 hrs.
07	To Meta (3520m). Walk approx 8-9 hours
08	To Kyang (3800m). Walk approx 6 hours.
09	To Phu (4100m) Walk approx 3 hours
10	In Phu
11	To Nar (4100m). Walk approx 8-9 hours.
12	At Nar (4100m)
13	To Kang La base (4460m). Walk approx. 2-3 hours.
14	Cross Kang La (5100m) to Nyawal (3600m). Walk approx 5-6 hrs.
15	To Braga (3450m) & Manang (3540m). Walk approx 3 hrs.
16	Shree Kharka (4000m), walk approx 6 hrs.
17	To Tilicho base (4100m). Walk approx 3-4 hrs.
18	To Tilicho Lake (4900m). Walk approx 5-6 hours.
19	Traverse Mesokanto La (5025m) to Kharka camp (3600m). Walk approx 8/9 hrs.
20	To Jomsom (2670m). Walk approx 5 hours.
21	Fly Jomsom to Pokhara and Kathmandu.
22	Trip concludes Kathmandu.

Flexible Additions

All our trekking options are completely flexible. We cater to your needs. Below are a list of service we offer and items that are generally not included in our prices.

Services Available

Meals while trekking
Bilingual mountain guide
All mountain first aid equipment including altitude chamber & satellite phone
Entrance Fees
Porters
Insurance
Trekking Gear
Airport Transfers

Price Excludes

Tips for guides and porters
Bottled water, soft drinks or alcoholic drinks
Personal services like phones calls, laundry etc.
Sunscreen, toiletries and personal items

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FAQs

What do we need for trekking in Nepal?

Good boots, warm clothes (we provide a packing list for each trek) and your own day pack. We provide a lot of the gear that you will need up in the mountains. Please be in touch for more info.

What size are the groups?

For our upcoming treks the groups vary between 4 to 12 people. Private trekking parties group sizes are not limited.

I'm not fit, can I still trek?

Treks can be customised to suit your trekking capabilities.

I'm travelling on my own, can you assist?

Most definitely. You are welcome to join our pre-planned treks, or if you wish to trek on your own, we can arrange a porter and guide to accompany you.

How can I offset my carbon footprint?

You could use this free carbon calculator https://www.carbonfootprint.com/carbonoffset.html and calculate your carbon footprint for your journey to Nepal (KTM: Tribhuvan Intl, Nepal) -and then choose one of the projects offered on the website to offset your carbon footprint. You could certainly find other worthwhile initiatives to make sure that you holiday in Nepal leaves as little trace of destruction of the environment and wild places that we so love, and also as little negative imprint on societies and people whom we are so privileged to meet while on our journey. We understand the world to be a completely interdependent system of human relationships and understand the responsibilities that we all have for each other – one of which is to be aware of how we travel and our externalities… despite all our good intentions. We also believe that travel is essential and hugely important in creating an inclusive, sustainable and equitable world.

What are the costs for your treks?

Each trek or expedition will be priced individually depending on group size, duration of trek, whether it is a tent or tea house trek, whether domestic flights or jeep transport is included.

How do I choose which trek is for me?

When choosing a trek consider if you wish to stay in a tea house or tent, what altitude you feel comfortable with, do you wish to participate in mountaineering or climb a peak? Use the filters on our listings pages to filter the available treks.

How do I prepare for altitude?

The secret to altitude is time. The golden rule for acclimatization at high altitude states that one should start acclimatizing at +/-10,000 feet (3,000 meters) above the sea level. Once you reach that altitude, it is recommended that you increase the elevation of your stay at no more than 1,000 feet (300 meters) per night before you continue to ascend. Resting overnight at 1,000 feet (300 meters) elevation increase each day will help your body to acclimatize naturally.