Three passes (Namun La, Kang La and Mesokanto La pass) and Tilicho Camping Trek

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25 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Spectacular Scenery: The trek offers stunning views of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu mountain ranges, as well as the pristine glaciers, emerald lakes, and deep valleys that lie in between. The three passes add to the excitement and challenge of the trek.

Unique Cultural Experience: The trek takes you through several remote villages inhabited by people of different ethnic backgrounds such as Gurungs, Thakalis, and Tibetans, offering a unique cultural experience.

Tilicho Lake: The trek takes you to Tilicho Lake, which is one of the highest lakes in the world at an altitude of 4,919 meters.

Remote and Off-the-beaten-path: The Three Passes and Tilicho Camping Trek is a challenging and off-the-beaten-path trek that sees far fewer trekkers than the popular Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit treks.

Camping Experience: The trek involves camping in remote areas, which adds to the adventure and excitement of the trek.

What's Included

Private tour
Lunch
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at typical Nepali restaurant.
Dinner
Annapurna Conservation Area permit and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) fees.
Breakfast
Highly experienced trekking crew (Guide, Cook, Kitchen helper, Porters etc.
Coffee and/or Tea
Intercity transfer by private vehicle.
Transport by private vehicle
Staff food, accommodation, clothing, salary & insurance.
Hotel accommodation at Kathmandu with breakfast plan as per the itinerary.
Tented Camp accommodation during the trekking period.
Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) with hot beverage and snacks whilst on trekking.
Jomsom to Pokhara by sharing Bus
All necessary ground transportation.
Hotel pickup and drop off.
All table and Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick up you from hotel or residential place in Kathmandu , Thamel

Itinerary

Duration: 25 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Meet and greet in Kathmandu upon your arrival.

    1 stop
  • 1
    Kathmandu

    Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, we will meet and greet you and transfer you to hotel.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Kathmandu to Besishahar (760m) by bus (6-7 hours)

    1 stop
  • 2

    Drive from Kathmandu to Besishahar, the district headquarters of Lamjung district.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Besishahar to Chame (2,710m) by jeep (5-6 hours)

    1 stop
  • 3

    Drive from Besishahar to Chame, the main town of Manang district. The drive goes through a scenic route along the Marsyangdi river.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Chame to Pisang (3,200m) (5-6 hours)

    1 stop
  • 4

    Trek from Chame to Pisang, a small village on the way to Manang. The trail passes through forests, fields, and small settlements.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Pisang to Ngawal (3,650m) (4-5 hours)

    1 stop
  • 5

    Trek from Pisang to Ngawal, a picturesque village with stunning views of the Annapurna range. The trail passes through forests, meadows, and a traditional village.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Ngawal to Tilicho Base Camp (4,200m) (6-7 hours)

    1 stop
  • 6

    Trek from Ngawal to Tilicho Base Camp, the starting point for the Tilicho Lake trek. The trail goes through a steep ascent and descent along a ridge with great views of the surrounding peaks.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 7

    Visit Tilicho Lake (4,919m) and return to Tilicho Base Camp (6-7 hours)

    1 stop
  • 7

    Hike from Tilicho Base Camp to Tilicho Lake, one of the highest lakes in the world. The hike is strenuous and requires acclimatization to the high altitude. Return to Tilicho Base Camp for the night.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 8

    Tilicho Base Camp to Yak Kharka (4,000m) (6-7 hours)

    1 stop
  • 8

    Trek from Tilicho Base Camp to Yak Kharka, a grazing area for yaks and horses. The trail goes through a steep descent and ascent with views of the mountains and valleys.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 9

    Yak Kharka to Meta (3,560m) via Kang La Pass (5,322m) (7-8 hours)

    1 stop
  • 9

    Cross Kang La Pass, one of the three passes on the trek. The pass offers panoramic views of the Annapurna range and other peaks. Descend to Meta, a small village with basic accommodation.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 10

    Meta to Koto (2,610m) via Naar Phu Valley (6-7 hours)

    1 stop
  • 10

    Trek through the Naar Phu Valley, a remote and less-traveled area of Manang district. The valley is known for its unique culture, landscape, and Tibetan-style villages. Reach Koto, a small town with basic facilities.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 11

    Koto to Meta (3,560m) (7-8 hours)

    1 stop
  • 11

    Retrace the trail from Koto to Meta, passing through forests, streams, and suspension bridges.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 12

    Meta to Kyang (3,800m) via Naar Village (5-6 hours)

    1 stop
  • 12

    Trek from Meta to Kyang, a village in the Naar Phu Valley. Visit Naar Village, an ancient settlement with Buddhist monasteries and chortens. The trail offers stunning views of the valley and mountains.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 13

    Kyang to Phu (4,080m) (3-4 hours)

    1 stop
  • 13

    Trek from Kyang to Phu, a scenic village with traditional houses and stupas. The village is surrounded by snow-capped peaks

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 14

    Rest day in Phu Gaon

    1 stop
  • 14

    Take a rest day in Phu Gaon to acclimatize to the altitude and explore the local area.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 15

    Trek to Nar Phedi (3,490m)

    1 stop
  • 15

    Today's trek takes us to Nar Phedi, a small village situated at the base of the Kang La Pass. The trail follows the Phu River and passes through several small villages along the way. We set up camp at Nar Phedi for the night.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 16

    Trek over Kang La Pass (5,306m) to Ngawal (3,650m)

    1 stop
  • 16

    Today is a challenging day as we trek over the Kang La Pass, the highest pass on the trek. The climb is steep, but the views from the top are breathtaking. After taking some time to rest and enjoy the scenery, we descend to Ngawal, a small village in the Manang district.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 17

    Trek to Manang (3,540m)

    1 stop
  • 17

    From Ngawal, we trek to Manang, a beautiful village situated in a valley surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Along the way, we pass through several small villages and enjoy stunning views of the Himalayas.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 18

    Rest day in Manang

    1 stop
  • 18

    Take a rest day in Manang to acclimatize to the altitude and explore the local area. There are several side trips that can be done from here, including a hike to the Ice Lake or a visit to the ancient monastery at Braga.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 19

    Trek to Khangsar (3,734m)

    1 stop
  • 19

    Today's trek takes us to Khangsar, a small village located on the way to Tilicho Lake. The trail follows the Marsyangdi River and passes through several small villages along the way.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 20

    Trek to Tilicho Base Camp (4,200m)

    1 stop
  • 20

    From Khangsar, we trek to Tilicho Base Camp, which is situated at the base of the Tilicho Lake. The trail is steep and rocky, but the views of the surrounding mountains are incredible.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 21

    Trek to Tilicho Lake (4,919m) and back to Tilicho Base Camp

    1 stop
  • 21

    Today, we trek to Tilicho Lake, one of the highest lakes in the world. The trail is steep and challenging, but the views from the lake are breathtaking. After spending some time at the lake, we trek back to Tilicho Base Camp for the night.

    9 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 22

    Trek to Mesokanto La Base Camp (4,600m)

    1 stop
  • 22

    Today's trek takes us to Mesokanto La Base Camp, situated at the base of the Mesokanto La Pass. The trail is steep and challenging, but the views of the surrounding mountains are stunning.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 23

    Trek over Mesokanto La Pass (5,099m) to Jomsom (2,720m)

    1 stop
  • 23

    Today is the final day of the trek, and it's also the most challenging. We trek over the Mesokanto La Pass, which is one of the highest passes in the world. After reaching the top, we descend to Jomsom, a small town in the Mustang district. Here, we celebrate the end of our trek with a traditional Nepali dinner.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 24

    Jomsom to Pokhara by bus

    1 stop
  • 24
    Pokhara

    Bus drive from Jomsom to Pokhara, where we spend the night.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 25

    Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

    1 stop
  • 25

    We take a scenic drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu, which takes around 6-7 hours

    7 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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