Mount Tilicho Expedition

Mount Tilicho Expedition in Nepal

Expedition over 7000 m is not child’s play in Nepal, you can look at the Mount Tilicho Expedition in this way, but this is the best part of the expedition for the mountaineers. During this expedition, three camps are set up.

    ★ Base camp

    ★ Camp I

    ★ Camp II

The climbing route of the Mount Tilicho Expedition consists of rocky ridges, boulders, and deep snow.  Before reaching the summit, you will walk on the plateau of Mount Tilicho; then, you will walk on a slope of 60 degrees. This is what makes the climb or expedition difficult. Camp I is set up on a rocky ridge at an altitude of 5000 m plus, while Camp II is set up at 6000 m plus; this is also on a rocky hill. From both camps, you can see the panoramic view of Tilicho Lake. There are fixed ropes to reach Camp II. Can the avalanche come during the climb of Mount Tilicho? Yes, there are chances of it. Are you looking for a similar expedition in the Everest Region? Please check our Baruntse Expedition Itinerary. The main features of the Mount Tilicho Expedition are :

    ★ The world’s highest lake area as your base camp.

    ★ Deep snow climbing routes.

    ★ The best part of climbing from camp 2 to the summit.

 Mount Tilicho Expedition Itinerary

Day 01 Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (standard accommodation)

Arrive in Kathmandu on the date that you have planned for or at the most suitable time you have decided. Stay calm about the pick-up; we will wait for you outside the airport to take you to our office and the hotel. Our office remains open from 9 A.M. to 6 P.M. Kathmandu is known as the city of temples, and it is the most developed city in Nepal as we write these words in this itinerary. You will be staying in Thamel, the central tourist hub in Kathmandu. If you stay in a 5-star hotel, it will be outside Thamel.

Day 02 Sightseeing with breakfast and climbing preparations (standard accommodation)

Kathmandu is dotted with world heritage sites, and the most famous of them are mentioned below

    ★ Pashupatinath

    ★ Swayambhunath

    ★ Bouddhanath

    ★ Kathmandu Durbar Square

You will visit each of these with our city guide, and they will take you to the past. Those were the glorious days of Nepal. From your guide, hear the myths, the true story, and the significance of the historical monuments from the religious point of view. During the climbing preparation, we focus on your

    ★ Safety

    ★ Logistics

    ★ As well as how you can overcome mountaineering challenges.

Day 03 Drive from Kathmandu to Chamje (4 meals provided, standard accommodation)

On the way, you reach the bank of the Trishuli River, a village called Dumre and also the river named the Marsyangdi. Next, the road takes you to hills, including the prominent village called Besisahar. From there, you head to Chamje.

Day 04 From Chamje to Bagarchhap (4 meals provided, standard accommodation)

Today is the first day of your trek. The trekking trail is comprised of suspension bridges. It takes you uphill to a village called Sattale in a narrow valley. Walking further, you reach a town called Tal in the Manang district. To go to Bagarchap, you must come first to the village called Dharapani.

Day 05 From Bagarchhap to Chamje (4 meals provided, standard accommodation)

You follow the trekking trail by the Marsyangdi River and head to a village called Koto. From there, the trekking trail is easy and linked up with Chamje. This is a village where there is the main office of Manang district. You also come across lots of shops and lodges there.

Day 06 From Chamje to Pisang (4 meals provided, standard accommodation)

Today also, you are walking by the Marsyangdi River, and on the way; you reach a village called Bharatang. There is always a suspension bridge where there is such a mighty river. From the bridge, it is always an uphill climb. The famous village you reach as you head to Pisang is Dhukur Pokhari, and the well-known mountains that attract your eyes are Pisang Peak and Annapurna II.

Day 07 From Pisang to Manang (4 meals provided, standard accommodation)

Two trekking trails take you to Manang; one is the upper route, and another is the lower route. You follow the upper way because it is scenic, and you see the breathtaking view of snow-capped mountains, including Pisang Peak and Annapurna. Looking at these mountains from time to time, you head to Manang.

Day 08 Rest Day at Manang (4 meals provided, standard accommodation)

Today is an acclimatisation day, and you can acclimatise by visiting the famous places of Manang, such as campsites and viewpoints. Although Tibetan culture is one of the attractions of Manang, the stunning view of the mountains that you can see comprises Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, Annapurna III, Gangapurna 7454m, Tilicho Peak, and others.

Day 09 From Manang to Khangsar (4 meals provided, standard accommodation)

Today, you will be trekking at a higher altitude on the way to Khangsar and see the stunning view of the mountains. Some of these mountains are famous worldwide, like Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Chulu West Peak, Chulu East Peak, Chulu Far East Peak, and Gangapurna, Glacier Dome, and Tilicho Peak.  Before reaching Khangsar, there is the Khangsar Khola, a river, and you will cross it by the bridge.

Day 10 From Khangsar to Tilicho Peak Base Camp (4 meals provided, tented camp)

Today’s trekking trail is composed of glaciers and goes by the ice lake. After reaching and passing these geographical features, you will get the Tilicho Base Camp. On the way, you might see Blue Sheep and Himalayan Thar. The Sherpas will set up the first camp here.

Day 11-28 Climbing Tilicho Peak  and descend to the Base Camp (4 meals provided, tented camp)

The Sherpas will set up camps at higher altitudes and decide on the climbing route. They will also cook meals for you, and they will also tell you when to acclimatise. Overcoming technical difficulties while climbing the Tilicho Peak and the Sherpas undertake weather forecasting. When you reach the summit, you will spend a short time there. The summit offers the best view of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, the World's Deepest Gorge “Kali Gandaki,” and Tilicho Lake. From the summit, you will retrace the climbing route.

Day 29 From the Base Camp to Khangsar (4 meals provided, standard accommodation)

The Sherpas will pack up the climbing equipment, and you will start your trek from the base camp.  You will retrace the trekking trail, and once again, you will reach Khangsar. The good news is that it is down trekking, and you enjoy a leisurely walk.

Day 30 From Khangsar to Pisang (4 meals provided, standard accommodation)

You will retrace the trekking trail to Manang and Pisang. At Manang, you will have your lunch. Then, the downhill easy trekking trail will take you to Pisang.

Day 31 From Pisang to Bagarchhap (4 meals provided, standard accommodation)

Today also, you will retrace the trekking trail, and once again, you will be in Dhukur Pokhari, Chamje, Koto, Tal and Bagarchhap. You will also be retracing the trekking trail by the Marshyangdi River. The trekking trail that you walk is easy.

Day 33 From Chamje to Kathmandu (breakfast and lunch provided, standard accommodation)

You will drive by the Marshyangdi River, and the road to Dumre has many curves. You will also be going by the Trishuli River, one of the famous rivers of Nepal for rafting. Small towns are on the way, and you will reach Kathmandu in the evening.

Day 34 Leisure Day in Kathmandu (breakfast provided, standard accommodation)

Take a rest and explore Thamel. This place always has got something for a tourist like you. Every tourist loves this place.

Day 35 Departure (breakfast provided)

We will pick you up at the hotel three hours before your international flight and take you to Tribhuwan International Airport. So goodbye, and we wish you good luck for a safe journey.