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Tilicho Lake Traverse Nepal
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OverviewHands down, this is the most adventurous trek in the Annapurna region. For those who want to explore hidden valleys, trek off the beaten path and cross the challenging high passes of the Mesokanto La (5099m) and Kang La (5240m) this is the trek for you. Hidden by swirls of mountain mist, the magnificent panorama view of Annapurna massif appears remote and forbidding. Our first destination is the Nar-Phu Valley in the extreme northern reaches of the Manang district. Nowadays, Nar Phu has about 300 inhabitants who depend on livestock. Unlike most Bhotia people, whose trading patterns changed drastically after the Nepali Government closed borders with Tibet, the people of Nar and Phu valley were least affected by this change. The tortuous path leading from the valley into Tibet had never made them dependent on the salt trade, and today yak herding remains the basis of their livelihood. The Nepal government’s recent decision to open up Nar and Phu to tourists has evoked little enthusiasm among the villagers, whose pastoral lifestyle continues. Apart from the odd researcher and climbing expedition permitted to climb Himlung, Ratnachuli and Gachikang, few foreigners have entered this area and tourism infrastructure is almost non-existent. Since the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) recently extended its network to include Nar and Phu Valley, it is preparing a suitable tourism development plan for this undiscovered valley at the request of the government. We start our trip with a drive from Kathmandu to Besishar. From here we follow popular Annapurna Circuit route to the village of Koto and then we take the little-used path into the Nar Phu Valley. After visiting this area we trek to Manang, a beautiful village along the Annapurna trail and continue west towards Tilicho. Upon reaching Tilicho Lake in 4 to 5 days time, we a remote and challenging pass through the Grand Barrier and end our trek at the airstrip in Jomsom. Trekkers only need to carry daypacks. The average trekking time per day is approximately 6 to 7 hours. |
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Details
Trip length: 25 days, 4 nights hotels, 18 nights camping, 18 days trekking |
ItineraryDay 22 - Fly Jomsom to Kathmandu. O/N Hotel. - Fly to Kathmandu. Days 23 & 24 - In Kathmandu. O/N Hotel. - We will use these two days for contingencies and/or for exploring the sights around the Kathmandu Valley. Day 25 - Depart Kathmandu - Depart for home. Day 4 - Drive to Ngadi and trek to Bhulbule. O/N Camp. - Travel by a Deluxe Coach on the scenic Pokhara highway. 7 hours. Short trek to Bhulbule. Days 5 & 6 - Trek to Syange & Tal. 5-6 hrs walking each day. O/N Camp. - Our trek begins with gradual ascents to our camps at Syange and Tal. Day 7 - Trek to Koto. 4-5 hrs. O/N Camp. - The villagers are mostly from Nar and Phu and this is the gateway to their region. Day 8 - Trek to Dharamsala or Meta. O/N Camp. - A stunning start for the Nar Phu trek! We camp at Dharamsala, a lovely campsite. Day 9 - Trek to Kyang. 5-6 hours each day. O/N Camp. - A steep climb up the valley along a small, scenic river brings us finally to high pastures on a 3,200 meter plateau. Days 10 & 11 - Trek to and in Phu Village. 5-6 hrs. O/N Camp. - We enter Phu via wonderfully colored chortens and landscape that leads to the main village of Phu, perched high up on a hill, amphitheater style. Day 12 - Trek to Naar Phedi. 5-6 hrs. O/N Camp. - We descend to the river and trek to Naar Phedi. Days 13 & 14 - Trek to and in Naar Village. 5-6 hrs. O/N Camp. - Trek to Nar with its barley and mustard fields, four old, colorful and traditional gompas and the snow-peaks looming overhead. Days 15 & 16 - Trek to and cross Kang-la. 5-6 hrs. each day. O/N Camp. - The Kang La, at 5240 meters, is an absolutely spectacular pass looking over Annapurna II, Gangapurna and Tilicho peak. Day 17 - Trek to Khangsar. O/N Camp. - We are now in the dry arid region of Manang called Nyesyang. Days 18 & 19 - Trek to and above Tilicho Lake. 4-5 hrs. each day. O/N Camp. - This is why we came! Tilicho Lake is one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. Day 20 - Cross the Mesokantu La and trek to Nam Phu Kharka. 6-7 hrs. O/N Camp. - The scenery is spectacular to the point of being unreal. This is true high altitude Himalayan trekking! Day 21 - Trek to Jomsom. Approx. 5-6 hours. O/N Camp. - We continue down to the warmth and civilization of Jomsom. Day 3 - Arrive in Kathmandu. 4,265 feet. - On arrival you will be met and escorted to your hotel. Days 1 & 2 - En route to Nepal - Depart USA for Nepal. Go To: previous page > tilicho lake traverse nepal |
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