Tilicho Meshokanto Pass Trek | Meshokanto Pass Trek

Trip Facts
Accommodation:	Standard to Deluxe Hotel's Options In Cities & Tea Houses During Trek
Grade:	Challenging
Max Altitude:	5,100 m/16,732 ft
Transportation:	Private Vehicle/Flight
Meals:	As Mentioned In The Itinerary
Group Size:	1 to 15 People
Duration :	17 Nights/18 Days

Highlights of The Trek

Classical Trek to the most Diverse Annapurna Region and it's Wilderness
Visit the World’s highest elevated Tilicho Lake at 4,919 m and walk Into The High Pass of Mashokanto at 5,100 m
Witness Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna II (7,937 m), Annapurna III (7,555 m) and Annapurna IV (7,525 m)
Witness Manaslu Range, Dhaulagiri, Gangarpurna, Pisang Peak, Tilicho Peak, Khangsar Peak, Thorong Peak, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak..
Trek into Marshyangdhi Valley and Kali Gandaki Valley
Visit Sacred Muktinath Temple, Buddhist Monasteries and enjoy several Waterfalls
Visit many Hindu, Buddhist and Tibetan Buddhist Villages and Culture
Enjoy Natural Hot Spring at Chame and Pokhara, the city of Nature, Adventure and Lakes
Visit Sacred Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Swyombhunath Stupa in Kathmandu
Pay Homage to living goddess, Kumari in Kathmandu Durbar Square
Enjoy Nepali Food, Hospitality and Culture

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350 m / 4,430 ft)

Day 02: Visit Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square

Day 03: Drive to Besisahar/Kudi (800 m/2,625 ft)-7 Hours

Day 04: Trek to Jagat (1,340 m/4,395 ft)-6 Hours

Day 05: Trek to Dharapani (1,960 m/ 6,430 ft)- 6 Hours

Day 06: Trek to Chame (2,710 m/ 8,890 ft)-6 Hours

Day 07: Trek to Pisang (3,300 m/10,830 ft)-6 Hours

Day 08: Trek to Manang (3,520 m/11,550 ft)-6 Hours

Day 09: Rest Day in Manang for Acclimatization

Day 10: Trek to Sri Kharkha (4,080 m/13,386 ft)-4/5 Hours

Day 11: Trek to Tilicho Base Camp (4,140 m/13,583 ft)-4/5 Hours

Day 12: Trek to Tilicho Lake (4,919 m/16,140 ft)-4 Hours

Day 13: Cross Meshokanto Pass (5,100 m/16,732 ft) & Trek to Kaisang (3,510 m/11,515 ft)-7 Hours

Day 14: Trek to Jomsom (2,713 m/8,900 ft)-4/5 Hours

Day 15: Fly to Pokhara-20 Minutes

Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu- 30 Minutes

Day 17: Extra Reserve Day in Kathmandu

Day 18: Departure from Kathmandu

Overview

Tilicho Lake and Meshokanto Pass Trek takes us to the world’s highest elevated Tilicho Lake at 4,919 m and trek down to the Mustang valley at Jomsom by passing Meshokanto Pass at 5,100 m. This is a more interesting trek as it passes Mesokanta pass which is a bit challenging than other passes. From the pass, we see the beautiful mountain vistas of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna Range, Manaslu range and Mustang valley to the south. Being in the Annapurna region, we experience diverse culture of hilly region to mountain region, all the mountain vistas, waterfalls, beautiful landscapes, dense forests Annapurna has to offer.

Tilicho and Meshokanto Pass Trek starts with 6 hours drive to Besisahar and further 30 minutes drive to Kudi. Our trek goes on Marshyangdi valley through beautiful villages of Jagat, Dharapani, Chame, Pisang, and Manang. We stay Manang for 2 nights to get acclimatization and leave Around Annapurna Trail to Throrong La Pass and head towards Tilicho Lake. From Tilicho Base Camp, we trek to the most beautiful Tilicho Lake and spend overnight at tented camp before we pass Meshokanto Pass. To cross the pass, we need crampons, ropes and few other types of equipment as the pass is steeper and remains always covered with ice. After crossing the pass, we stay Kaisang on Tented Camp before descending to Jomsom. From Jomsom, we take a flight back to Pokhara and to Kathmandu and end our trek.

The best season for this trek is Autumn and Winter and we stay at Tea Houses/Lodge till Tilicho Base Camp and stay for 2 nights at Tilicho Lake and Kaisang at Tented Camp. If we cannot cross the pass in the worst case, either we wait for 1 more day or cross Thorong La Pass (5,416 m) down to Muktinath and Jomsom for which we need 3 extra days.

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350 m / 4,430 ft)

After arriving at Kathmandu International Airport, our office representative welcomes you with Garland and takes you to hotel in Kathmandu. In the evening, we will have briefing on trek and equipment check by our Trek Manager and Trek Guide. Then, we will take you for dinner to make you introduced with Nepalese food habits and Culture.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: D

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Day 02: Visit Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square

After breakfast, we will take you for guided tour of Kathmandu city. We will begin with Pashupatinath Temple which is famous Hindu Temple of Lord Shiva at the bank of holy Bagmati River. After this, we continue to Boudhanath Stupa, which is giant Stupa in Asia and a focal point of Tibetan Buddhism in Kathmandu. Then, we drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square where Nepalese Kings used to get Throne. Interesting places to see here are Taleju Temple, Statue of Kal Bhairabh and Hanuman, Temple of Jagannath (Erotic Temple) and Kastamandap Temple from which Kathmandu got its name. We visit Kumari Temple and pay homage to the living goddess, Kumari and also walk around the Freak streets which was famous during Hippie Era in 60's and 70's.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B

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Day 03: Drive to Besisahar/Kudi (800 m/2,625 ft)-7 Hours

After breakfast, we drive to Besisahar or Kudi along the Trishuli and Marshyangdhi River. Optional- Once we reach Chauradi, you can enjoy White Water Rafting at Trishuli River for 3 hours with beach lunch. On the middle of the way to Pokhara, from Dumre, we start driving to Besisahar on right. Besisahar is the main town of Lamjung district where your trekking permit is examined for the first time. Kudi is 30 minutes more drive from Besisahar. Kudi offers us the first glimpse of Manalsu Range.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Besisahar.

Meals: B L D

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Day 04: Trek to Jagat (1,340 m/4,395 ft)-6 Hours

After breakfast, we start our trek by passing Nagdi village and a suspension bridge over Nagdi River. Nagdi is settlement of families originally from Manang Village while Taranche immediately above it, is a Gurung Village. After lunch, we follow the river of Syagne. Syangne is located at the suspension bridge crossing. A waterfall offering challenging bathing is just a few minutes from the village. The trails leads to Jagat, is a village of people with Tibetan Stocks.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Jagat.

Meals: B L D

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Day 05: Trek to Dharapani (1,960 m/ 6,430 ft)- 6 Hours

Our trail continues towards the east bank of the Marsyangdhi River, climbing gradually except where it is necessary to cross steep ridges. The valley suddenly opens into a large plateau. In this picturesque setting at the foot of a large waterfall, is the village of Tal (1,650 m). Tal is populated by Gurungs and Tibetans. And you enter to the Manang District. In Manang, this district is called Gyasumda. From Tal, the trail rises steeply initially and then rises and falls as it cuts across mountain side to Dharapani.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Dharapani.

Meals: B L D

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Day 06: Trek to Chame (2,710 m/ 8,890 ft)-6 Hours

From Dharapani, our trail climbs over a forested ridge across the river from Thonje, a large village in Gyasumda (Manang), and then reaches Bagarchap (2,170 m). There is a well maintained Gompa in the upper part of the village containing many Tibetan Buddhist painting and carving. The trail now turned west into the Manang Valley. To the south, it provides a glimpse of Annapurna II and to the east ,Manaslu valley. The route continues to Chame, the administrative headquarter of the district. In Chame, you may consider to enjoy Natural Hot Spring.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Chame.

Meals: B L D

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Day 07: Trek to Pisang (3,300 m/10,830 ft)-6 Hours

We start on the trail which leads us to a small settlement of Taleku and cross a bridge to the sparsely Bartang. This former Khampa settlement is now orchard and marks the traditional boundary between the Manang area to the north and the predominantly Gurung area to the south. On the trail, we will follow rock walls to climb. After crossing the River on the north bank of Marshangdhi, we arrive at Pisang Village. From Pisang, we see the Annapurna II and Pisang Peak.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Pisang.

Meals: B L D

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Day 08: Trek to Manang (3,520 m/11,550 ft)-6 Hours

Our path rises gradually and then more steeply from Pisang to crest of a ridge overlooking the Upper Manang valley. We follow the trail down to the flat valley floor and the Ongre. Shortly after Ongre, a bridge crossing over the Sabche River gives us a view of amphitheater formed by Annapurna III and IV. After crossing one bridge, the trail passes by Braga, a village built impressively into a cliff wall. From Braga, it is a short walk to the Manang Village from where you see prominent peaks like Gangapurna to the right of the glacier and Annapurna III to the left.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Manang.

Meals: B L D

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Day 09: Rest Day in Manang for Acclimatization

The day must be spent in Manage village and the vicinity to acclimatize for the higher elevations to be encountered towards Thorong La Pass. There are many opportunities for interesting day excursions from Manang. It is possible to climb the ridge to the north of the village for excellent view of Annapurna IV, Annapurna II and Glacier Dome (7,193 m) or to descend from the village to the glacial lake to the foot of the huge Icefall descending from the northern slopes of Gangarpurna.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/ Lodge in Manang.

Meals: B L D

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Day 10: Trek to Sri Kharkha (4,080 m/13,386 ft)-4/5 Hours

After breakfast, our trail goes to the left from Manang and once we leave main trail to Thorong La Pass. In a while, we pass by the gorge and cross a Suspension bridge over Thorong River. Then our trail goes on flat surface until we reach Khangsar Village. During the trail, we will be rewarded with views of Annapurna Range and Tilicho Peak in far distance. From Khangsar, our trail climbs to Sri Kharkha which gives us the close view of Annapurna Range and Tilicho Peak.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/ Lodge in Sri Kharkha.

Meals: B L D

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Day 11: Trek to Tilicho Base Camp (4,140 m/13,583 ft)-4/5 Hours

Today, half of our trail is challenging as we need to walk along the landslide areas to enter the grandeur valley. These days, trail is well maintained by fence, walls, and bridges. Along the way, we can see Himalayan Thar, Mountain Goats just above the trail on rocky area. After we cross landslide area, our trail again enters to grassy land until we arrive at Tilicho Base Camp. After lunch, we can walk around Base

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Day 12: Trek to Tilicho Lake (4,919 m/16,140 ft)-4 Hours

In the late morning, we begin our trek to Tilicho Lake. Initially, our trail ascends up in a grassy land until we get to the landslide area. We walked along the moraines and follow the mountain trails until we get to the flat land. Along the way, we will be rewarded by views of Tilicho Peak, Nilgiri Peak and few villages. After we get to the flat land, our trail is normal except few simple ascends. Finally, we get to the World’s highest elevated Tilicho Lake which gets often frozen in the winter season. The surroundings peaks and sometimes their reflection on turquoise lake makes the best views to reward the trekkers. This lake is also linked to the Ramayana, a Hindu Epic Book.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tented Camp in Tilicho Base Camp.

Meals: B L D

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Day 13: Cross Meshokanto Pass (5,100 m/16,732 ft) & Trek to Kaisang (3,510 m/11,515 ft)-7 Hours

In the early morning, we walk along the lake for few hours and cross Meshokanta Pass. There are few passes of Meshokanto and our guide will decide which to cross from. As the pass is steeper and always remains frozen, we need to use Crampons and rope. But the view from the pass of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna Range, Manaslu range and Mustang valley to the south rewards us gently. After crossing the pass, we descend down to Kaisang for the overnight.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tented Camp in Kaisang.

Meals: B L D

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Day 14: Trek to Jomsom (2,713 m/8,900 ft)-4/5 Hours

From Kaisang, we descend all the way down to Kaligandaki valley and pass the beautiful village of Thini. On the way, we visit Dumba Lake which is the holy lake of the region. From Dumba Lake, we arrive at Jomsom in around an hour.

Accomodation: Overnight at Lodge in Jomsom.

Meals: B L D

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Day 15: Fly to Pokhara-20 Minutes

After early breakfast, we walk to the Jomsom Airport for 20 Minutes flight to Pokhara. In Pokhara, either you may rest entire day or in the late afternoon, you may consider for quick sightseeing of Pokhara City. In the evening, you may walk around The Lakeside Bazaar.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara.

Meals: B

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Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu- 30 Minutes

After relaxing morning, we drive to Pokhara Airport in the afternoon and fly back to Kathmandu. In Kathmandu, we will host farewell dinner to mark the great success of your Tilicho Lake Trek.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B D

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Day 17: Extra Reserve Day in Kathmandu

We keep at least one day extra as a consideration for the Meshokanto Pass and Jomsom / Pokhara flight which highly depends on weather. We can consider this extra night either in Pokhara or Kathmandu.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara or Kathmandu.

Meals: B

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Day 18: Departure from Kathmandu

After breakfast, we will drop you to the airport before 3 hours of your flight time.

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Cost Info

Cost Includes:

Garland welcome, arrival and departure transfers in Kathmandu with Office Representative.
4 Nights in Kathmandu with breakfast inclusive of Taxes and Service Charge.
1 Night in Pokhara with breakfast inclusive of Taxes and Service Charge.
10 Nights/11 Days All Inclusive Trek in Annapurna Region with breakfast, lunch and dinner and tea/coffee each time in meals in local Tea Houses / Lodges.
2 Nights Camping at Tilicho Lake and Kaisang.
Jomsom/Pokhara and Pokhara/Kathmandu Airfare with necessary transfers.
Crampons and Rope to cross the pass.
Meals as indicated in the Itinerary.
Insurance, Allowance, Food and Accommodation to the Trekking Crew.
First Aid Kit and Personal Duffel Bag.
English Speaking Trek Guide with a reliable team of porters (2:1 Ratio) and additional Sherpa as per the group size.
Kathmandu full day sightseeing with English Speaking Tour Guide with all applicable entrance fees.
Welcome and Farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
Annapurna Conservation Area Project, ACAP Fees and Trekkers Information Management System, TIMS Fees.
Bottle Drinking water in vehicle for sightseeing drives and transfers.
All drives, sightseeing and transfers by Deluxe Vehicle as per the group size.
24/7 hours Assistance.

Cost Excludes:

International Airfare to/from Kathmandu.
Nepal Visa fees on Arrival at Airport (USD 50/- for 30 Days).
Meals other than breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara except welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
Bottle drinking water, hot beverages, charges for hot shower, mobile/camera charges during the trek.
Personal nature of expenses like tips, bar bills, laundry and personal expenses.
Cost may arise of natural calamities, flight cancellation, illness, hospitalization, tour cancellation, blockade etc.
Cost for Emergency Helicopter Evacuation Charges in case of emergency.
Other than in our include section.