Visit Tilicho Lake (4,919m), which is the highest lake in the world, located in the Annapurna region.
Combine the adventure of the Annapurna Circuit with the beautiful sights of Tilicho.
Cross the Thorong La Pass (5,416m) – one of the highest trekking passes in Nepal.
It crosses various landscapes, from subtropical forests to high alpine terrain.
Delve deep into the heritage of Manang, Pisang, and Muktinath.
Spectacular views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Gangapurna, Tilicho Peak, and more.
Experience natural hot springs in Tatopani (optional).
Trekking through the Kali Gandaki Gorge, the deepest gorge in the world.
The Tilicho Lake Trek via Annapurna Circuit is, indeed, an exciting pack of adventure, culture, and drama of Himalayan scenery. It enables the trekker to walk into the vibrant Annapurna region and explore the various village settlements, magical rhododendron forests, and into the dry alpine landscape of Manang. The road leading to Tilicho Lake is at a mind-boggling height of 4,919 meters above sea level, making the trek challenging and amazing, offering panoramic views of snow-clad peaks, which are mirrored in the deep blue waters of the lake.
Having been to Tilicho, the trail again picks up the classic Annapurna Circuit up to the legendary Thorong La Pass of 5,416 meters. From Thorong La, you would then descend to the sacred site of Muktinath and cross the Kali Gandaki Valley before finishing your trek. This high altitudinal trekking route tests your endurance and offers one of the most memorable higher altitude trekking experiences in Nepal, if not the most.
This trek has everything for rugged adventurers and nature enthusiasts pining for the pristine alpine beauty. Once-in-a-lifetime experience: it brings you to face- to-face with some of the highest, most revered landscapes of the Himalayas.
Mountain Hawk Treks specializes in providing real and secured trekking experience into the Himalayas. Here are some reasons why we are your best partner for this high-altitude adventure:
✔️ Expert Guides: Our seasoned, English-speaking guides have high-altitude safety and local culture exposure.
✔️ Customize the Itinerary: We make it subjective to your own pace, interests and fitness levels.
✔️ Local Knowledge: establish deep roots in the region for authentic experiences and insider access.
✔️ Safety First: Medically trained staff, emergency oxygen, and satellite communication in remote areas.
✔️ All In One: From permits and transportation to accommodation and meals, we provide everything so that you can focus on the trek.
Mountains bestowed with breathtaking views and changing eco-zones on trekking.
A visit to Tilicho Lake, washed in the serenity of glaciers and towering peaks.
A tough climb to Thorong La Pass.
Indulge in culture while walking through remote Buddhist and Hindu villages.
Spiritual visitations at the Muktinath Temple.
Experience authentic Nepali and Tibetan-style meals at a comfy teahouse.
Get up and close to Mount Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Tilicho peaks.
A night spent at mountain lodge-style accommodation.
Heaven for professional photographers in some of the world-most photogenic terrain.
The Tilicho Lake Trek in Annapurna Circuit suits:
You are an experienced trekker desiring an adventurous version of the classic Annapurna Circuit.
Physically fit with the ability to complete long trekking days and high altitude.
Nature lovers and photographers wish to experience surreal scenery of Himalaya.
Cultural enthusiasts willing to explore the various traditions of remote Nepalese villages.
No technical climbing is involved, but good fitness, trekking experience, and a spirit of adventure are the essentials.
🏃♂️ Physical Training: Get started with cardio and leg strengthening 6-8 weeks prior to your trek.
🧗 Suitability of Altitude Acclimatization: Aim at gradual gain in altitude with rest days included in the itinerary so as to prevent AMS.
🎒 Gear Check: With a good layered clothing system, top-rated sleeping bags (-10° C or lower), trekking poles, and quality hiking boots.
💧 Hydration and Nutrition: Hydrate and provide essential nutrients to your body before and during the trek.
📋 Travel Insurance: Make sure that it covers high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation.
Mountain Hawk Treks provides a comprehensive gear checklist and preparation guide upon booking.
The cost incurred per person for the Tilicho Lake Trek via Annapurna Circuit typically ranges from USD $1,475-$1,800,
Day 01 – Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1345meters). Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 – Drive to Besisahar 6hour. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 – Jeep drive to Dharapani (1970meters) by local jeep 4hour . Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 – Trek to Chame(2720meters) 6 hour. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 – Trek to Upper Pisang (3300meters) 5 hour . Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 – Trek to Manang (3400meters) via Ghayaru 5hour . Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 – Rest in Manang for acclimatization A necessary day to rest and acclimatize and explore Manang. the village of about 500 flat.
Day 09 – Trek to Siri Kharka (4060meters) 5 hour . Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 – Trek to Tilicho Base Camp (4150meters) 5 hour . Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 – Trek to Visit Tilicho Lake (4,920meters) then back to Siri Kharka (4,060meters) 9 hour . Overnight at hotel.
Day 12 – Trek to Yak Kharka (4000 meters) 7hour . Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 – Trek to Thorang pedi (4450 meters) 5 hour . Overnight at hotel.
Day 15 – Trek to crossing over Thorang La pass (5416 meters) down to Muktinath (3800meters) 10 hour. Overnight at hotel.
Day 16 – Drive from Drive from Muktinath (3,760meter) via Jomsom to Tatopani (1100 meters) by local jeep 5hours . Overnight at hotel.
Day 17 – Trek to Ghorepani (2850meters) 7hour. Overnight at hotel.
Day 18 – Trek to Nayapul and Drive back to Pokhara one hour. Overnight at hotel.
Day 19 – Drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus. Overnight at hotel.
Day 20 – Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure.
Dear Trekkers, In our commitment to providing personalized service, please note that the Mardi Himal Trek’s itinerary and cost can be customized to suit your preferences and requirements. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we are flexible to accommodate changes for an optimal trekking experience.
Feel free to discuss your expectations and preferences with our team, and we will tailor the itinerary and cost accordingly. We are dedicated to ensuring your Mardi Himal adventure is not only breathtaking but also perfectly aligned with your aspirations.
Dear Guest, We kindly offer the option of a flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu and back at an additional cost of US$100 per person . Additionally, should you require extra accommodation in Kathmandu, including breakfast, the rates are US$60 per person per night for a single room and US$35 per person per night for a double (twin sharing) room.
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Duffel bag ( Company provide complementary)
Daypack
Down Jacket and Sleeping bag 4 season ( if you need nice and clean down jacket and sleeping bag company provide which needs to be returned after the trek)
Hiking pants
Waterproof jacket
Full – sleeves shirt
Jumper or pile jacket
T – shirts
Trekking boots (Water proof)
Camp shoes/Sandal
wool socks
Light cotton socks for under wool socks( take quite several pairs of these too. Better to carry some extra weight rather than spend the whole time washing socks)
Sun hat
Beanie
Gloves
Sun block for lips
Sun lotion
Goggles or sunglasses ( with spare )
Thermal Long underwear (take quite a few pairs. Although the weather may be cold one tends to sweat a lot)
windproof pants
Water bottle
Sewing kit
Medical & first aid kit
Flash light ( with spare batteries)
Personal towel
Personal toiletries and medication which should be labelled Please.
Note:- Tight fitting, figure-hugging clothing, such as those made with Lycra can often be offensive to locals, especially on women. If you find these items comfortable as a base layer then please pack something to wear over the top of them.
Yes, per the technicality and altitude of Tilicho Lake and Thorong La Pass, previous high-altitude trekking is highly recommended.
The best seasons are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) when the sky remains mostly clear, temperatures are moderate, and trails are in good condition.
This trek ranges from moderate to strenuous, with some long, steep sections; therefore, acclimatization and good physical fitness are paramount.
Yes, it is safe under proper acclimatization and the guidance of our trained and experienced staff. We carry first-aid kits and emergency communications.
Absolutely! These treks are fully customizable according to your schedule, pace, and interests.
If you can withstand one of the finest high-altitude trekking of Nepal, go on and make your booking with Mountain Hawk Treks for the Tilicho Lake Trek via Annapurna Circuit. Let us take you into the heart of the Himalayas!
August 17, 2023
I trekked with a group of 12 to Everest Base Camp in May 2023 with Mountain Hawk(MH) . Prem and his team organised the trip to the finest detail. MH is a an experienced operator ensuring that the trekkers fitness levels are looked at the outset. This ensures almost 100% success rate. I will definitely recommend MH as a responsible enabler.
November 5, 2019
Prem and his team made the expedition a magnificently memorable experience. The views were amazing and feeling of achieving daily goals to reach the Everest Base Camp under Prem’s leadership was incredible. Prem’s invaluable experience and knowledge of the mountains, his confidence, competence and considerate attention to everyone’s specific needs helped us successfully reach the Everest Base Camp. He provided guidance on what we should wear, what to eat (or not to eat in my case as I like being adventurous!), to keep hydrated and he set the pace for trekking each day – kept on reminding us it is our own race! He made sure we were medically and physically fit each day for the trek. Thank you to Prem and his team for making my first Everest Base Camp trek an incredibly memorable experience. I have no hesitation in recommending Mountain Hawk Trekking for a splendid experience – the best in class!!
May 25, 2018
Gokyo Ri, Cho La pass, & Island Peak ! Prem – Weather god, protector of stomachs, and guide extraordinaire! I cannot speak highly enough of Prem and Mountain Hawk trekking. Prem led us on an amazing 22 trek through Gokyo Ri, Cho La Pass and the summit of Island Peak. It was the adventure of a lifetime and Prem made sure it was perfect. He had everything organised and he quickly adapted plans and arrangements when things needed to change. He managed our acclimatisation well, taking us up slowly and monitoring our O2 each day. He also kept us away from dodgy foods and no one got sick. While others were flown back down the valley, we continued. He also has a great sense of humour and was really part of our team. And the porters are fantastic! Those tough guys carried all of our stuff, helped us over Cho La Pass and were always smiling. The Island Peak summit was as amazing as the climb was hard. Without Prem’s acclimatisation and preparation we wouldn’t have made it. In years to come I will bring my children to see the beauty Nepalese mountains and I will definitely go with Prem. Thanks for an amazing experience!
November 20, 2016
My wife and I went to Upper Mustang in October of 2016 with Prem Pandit from Mountain Hawk Treks. I can only say that it was the most remarkable trip we’ve ever been on. Mustang is vast, stark, raw, remote, and to date, unspoiled.
The landscape is most reminiscent of the old American West–just bigger, and with the Himalayas as the backdrop, and more spectacular. It is high desert with altitudes ranging from 2800 to 4000 meters (9000 to 13,500 ft). Daytime temperatures were a comfortable 15C (60F), nighttime approaching 0C (32F).
The culture is Tibetan, and the entire area is dotted with Buddhist monasteries, stupas and chortens. Beautiful works of religious art are found within the monasteries (which are dark inside: a flashlight is a necessity) and the chortens. The villages themselves are small, with people living traditional Tibetan, Buddhist lives. You feel that you are looking back in time. I suspect this will begin to change as adventure tourism continues to grow.
Our guide Prem was indispensable. He not only planned our trek with us in mind (we are in our sixties), but he is very flexible and made wonderfully thought-out changes to our plans when circumstances dictated. Our impromptu trek to Muktinath comes to mind as one of the highlights, and it was added because we needed an extra day in Lo Manthang which changed the original itinerary.
Prem is passionate about what he does. He is very well informed about the wildlife, the cultural and the religious aspects of this region. He loves trekking and it shows. His thoughtfulness and insight made sure we had a successful trip. I recommend him highly to anyone who wants a real adventure. Prem is honest, considerate, and highly respected in the villages and among his peers. He will not let you down. This was our second trek with Mountain Hawk, and we’d go again with Prem.
February 17, 2016
We first used Mountain Hawk Trekking in 2010 when we completed a short 8 day Annapurna circuit and the Everest Base Camp Trek – see previous testimonial below.
We came back to Nepal in January 2014 and once again relied on Prem and his team at Mountain Hawk Trekking. This time Prem looked after us on two treks: Kanjing Gompa and Goyko – Goyko Ri.
Once again, his level of planning, care and attention was simply outstanding. Both treks were simply awesome. Given that it was winter with freezing temperatures overnight, Prem made sure we had additional blankets to ensure that we were warm and comfortable at night. There were days when the temperatures fell to well below freezing whilst we were trekking and to ensure we remained warm and well looked after, Prem made sure the porter trekked with us so that if needed we could raid our packs for additional supplies.
The scenery on the way to Goyko was quite simply majestic and upon reflection I believe it was a better trek than Everest Base camp. The panorama from the top of Goyko Ri is breathtaking with 360 degree views overlooking the Ngozumpa Glacier which is the longest glacier in the Himalayas.
We are planning to return for a third time in 2016 and if weather permits undertake Cho La high pass from EBC to Goyko and thus complete a loop. If you are planning to trek in Nepal, do yourself a really, really huge favour and use Mountain Hawk Trekking; we highly recommend them.
November 28, 2013
Only 2 members of our team of 18 had been to Nepal before and both times with Prem and his team at Mountain Hawk (MH). The fact that we chose MH again is a testament to their excellent organisation and ability to manage such a large group. There was a lot of correspondence before the trip which was very efficiently handled by Prem and his guidance in preparing us for the expedition was invaluable. As you can imagine, looking after each one of a group of 18 with diverse needs is not easy but throughout the trip, the entire crew was superb and attended to all our needs with patience and a smile. There were some tricky moments as weather conditions were testing but their encouragement and support got us through. Above all, we all had a lot of fun and laughter with them as we felt they were like a family to us. Thank you MH from all our hearts and look forward to more trips with you.
UK and Kenya, London and Nairobi
April 19, 2012
Had a great trek to EBC with Mountain Hawk in March 2012. Badri was our excellent guide and Niraj our porter. Everything was organised so well and our safety came first. Guest houses were very good and the food excellent. I recommend Mountain Hawk to anybody.
March 6, 2012
Sarah and I travelled with Mountain Hawk Trekking to Everest Base Camp in Jan 2012. Prem was recommended to us by friends as a very professional and knowledgeable guide and we were not disappointed. Our flights from Kathmandu to Lukla and back, meals and accommodation on the trek, porters, park passes, were all arranged by Mountain Hawk Trekking. Prem‚Äôs attention to detail is fantastic, as is his knowledge of the area. He ensured we were well looked after while walking, and in guesthouses each night. Prem and his team are very professional, friendly, and have a wonderful sense of humour, all of which added up to an absolutely wonderful trip. I can highly recommend Mountain Hawk Trekking for your trip to Nepal ‚ we are certainly planning to return.
February 22, 2012
Thanks for a very memorable Annapurna Trek that you and your group managed for my party. We found the Mountain Hawk team to be excellent, and everyone involved did their utmost to ensure our trip was successful, safe, and enjoyable. Our trek leader, Badri Karki was great, and he really went the extra mile to make sure our trekking experience was first rate. Thanks again, and best wishes.
Rod Poxon, Martin and Tom Beanland, Nick Cook, Rod Poxon, David Reynolds, Peter Addlem, John Denny.
February 15, 2012
I trekked to EBC in January 2012 with Prem as our guide. What a fantastic bloke he is, brilliant guide, ensures that food at guest houses is tip top and also a great beer guide around Kathmandu on our return. I have recommended Prem to others and they have booked him for EBC later this year Prem you took loads of photos you choose which one to go on.
December 17, 2011
Hi Prem, Badri and the team, Thank you for all of your help and support. We had a fantastic trek to annapurna base camp. You were very professional and helpful and will certainly be happy to recommend your company to our friends and family. We will remember this wonderful trip forever.
Thank you.
Martin and Tom Beanland, Nick Cook, Rod Poxon, David Reynolds, Peter Addlem, John Denny
November 15, 2011
I had a wonderful week in Nepal in 2007 on the Poon Hill trek. I was very fortunate to have Prem (Pandit) as my guide. Prem is a very experienced guide who speaks excellent English. He was a delight to spend time with as he was able to tell me all about the mountains and the flora and fauna. He was also able to tell me about the local customs and lifestyles of the people who live in the small Himalayan villages. Prem goes out of his way to make sure that you are comfortable at all times. I wholeheartedly recommend Prem as a guide. He is absolutely first class.
September 18, 2011
Mountain Hawk treks organized a great trek for my family and I during the month of August 2011. The team of porters and our guide were excellent and very attentive. We had beautiful weather and plenty of wildlife. All in all was everything we wanted. Will be coming back for sure!
Caroline + Dan from Canada
My father, sister and I spent 21 days with Ram, Raju and badri on the Annapurna circuit. I couldn’t have imagined a better group of guides/ porters to spend time with. They were always extremely professional and made the trek a great experience altogether.
June 26, 2011
hi mahesh and the rest of the trekking team
it was great while we were there together on the mountains etc. All in the same boat and as they say that sinking feeling but we were adamant and were keen on not letting the ship drown and carried on and persevered and eventually we saw light at the end of the tunnel – literally – we reached muktinath -a very holy place for buddhists and hindus alike !!!
dipak did do a wonderful job and same for prem and his team – so a big asante sana
so hip hip hurray to us all for adding another chapter in our lives !! a milestone by any standards
mahesh it was apity we lost ‘mzee’ earlier on but we inherited another mzee …. you were sorely missed for your chili sauces etc and of course as been our senior member and the wisdom thats comes with it – but we all have to heed the call from above and do what is the right thing for our health and safety !!
so hope all are ok and getting down to business of our daily routines and work loads and asking hte same question -should i be sitting at the desk and do what i do or take time out and do something more adventurous and meaningful ?
its all in our hands
all the best
from the most dangerous aadmi
Nitin Jadu
March 14, 2011
Mountain Hawk treks provided a fantastic trek to Everest Base Camp and Kalapattar. We had fantastic weather, wonderful wildlife sighting and a caring guide. A very enjoyable eleven day trek! We had the pleasure of meeting many tourists and local Sherpa people alilu. The traditional Nepali Dalbhat un proves…… as you walk down! Fantastic atmosphere and feeling among the trekkers and guides. Our generous, fun- loving porter was an absolute champion!
January 24, 2009
We completed the Everest Base Camp and Cho La pass trek in December 2008 with Prem and we had an incredible time. When you have no previous serious trekking experience and no experience in Nepal, travelling with the right guide is the single most important element of your trip and we have to say we felt very lucky. Prem was friendly and flexible, yet always gave us the space we needed. He is experienced and extremely knowledgeable about trekking, mountain and Nepali culture. With him we felt safe – we believe his advice contributed a great deal in us not getting altitude sickness – and well taken care of. He for example managed to get us the best rooms in the lodges we stayed in whenever he could – so all we had to do was to focus on enjoying our trip. With his knowledge of less traveled trekking regions, including in India, as well as his experience of the most popular technical trekking peaks in Nepal, we felt that there is a lot more to discover and we will contact him for sure for our next trekking adventures. Sam & Naoko Japan
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