Chulu Far East Climb, Tilicho Lake & Mesokanto Pass Trek - 22 Days

You will meet/ greet by Himalayan trekkers representative. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, you will start your sightseeing in the Kathmandu valley. The places you will visit are Swoyambhunath (the Monkey temple), Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath. After that, we leave you on your own to prepare for next day trek. You may buy the necessary equipment for yourself. Overnight at the hotel.

After your breakfast, you are driven to Bhulbhule. It lies on the Western part of Nepal. It takes about 6 hours by private transfer.

You drive to Besisahar passing by the bank of Trishuli River. An hour off-road drive from Besisahar takes you to Bhulbhule. Overnight at Guesthouse/ Tea House.

You start the trek after breakfast, by crossing the suspension bridge from Bhulbhule. The glimpse of Mount Manaslu can be seen on the trail which continues by the bank of Marshyangdi River. You can even see the waterfalls and paddy fields on your way. You reach Syange passing through forests, climbing on steeper hills. Overnight at Guesthouse/ Tea House.

After breakfast, we climb to Jagat. It is a very steep climb along the dusty jeep roads. But, the beautiful waterfalls and forests will still make your trek wonderful. You reach Tal, with an uphill and downhill walk. You can see the impression of Tibetan Culture and tradition in this place. Overnight at Guesthouse/ Tea House.

In comparison to the previous day trek, today's trek is a little easier. Firstly, we trek to Dharapani from Tal, for a walk of about 3 to 4 hours, after the morning breakfast.

Dharapani is the intersection point of Annapurna trekking region and Manaslu Trekking region. Its climatic condition is mostly of lower temperature, thus, is suitable for vegetation and farming.

Your today's trek takes you to the Headquarter of Manang district, i.e. Chame. To reach Chame, you trek through Danaque, Timang and many other beautiful places. You will be mesmerized by the Rhododendron forest, on your way. You will also get the view of many rocky cliffs and other popular peaks like Lamjung Himal (6983m), Annapurna II (7937m) and Annapurna IV (7525m). As per the name, Manangi people are the core ethnic group settled in this area.

After breakfast, you start the trek. From Chame, you walk on a rocky and steep trail and reach Bhartang. You need to cross a suspension bridge between the pine forest and trek for another two hours to reach Pisang, surrounded by Pisang Peak and Chulu Peak.

Being a steeper route, trekkers will enjoy their trek from Pisang to Ngawal as you will get to encounter the amazing scenic view of Gangapurna, Pisang peak, Annapurna II, Annapurna III and Chulu peak on the horizon. On the contrary, you can view the Marshyangdi valley at the deep bottom. On the other hand, the trekking path is comparatively easy with the existence of smaller ups and downs.

After breakfast, we leave Ngawal to ascend towards the Chulu Base Camp which is an isolated path. On the way, you can view crop fields, Pine forest, prayer flags, and many Chortens and Manis built beautifully.

You will see a closer and breathtaking view of Pisang Peak and Annapurna III.

For the preparation of next day trek to Chulu High Camp, today you acclimatize at Chulu Base Camp. You can relax, take pictures of the beautiful surrounding, and enjoy the peaceful nature and Mountain View.

Today is the main day of your trek, as you will be reaching the Chulu High Camp.

In order to avoid the unfavorable weather condition, you have to start the trek as early as possible.

The path is grassy for the first few hours. It then changes to a rocky path with few hints of snow. Furthermore, you need to climb on the snowy slope to reach The Chulu High Camp. You will get a closer view of Annapurna ranges as you keep climbing.

Even though the landscape is dangerous, we try to choose the safest place to set our camp for overnight.

In order to avoid unfavorable weather and increment in temperature, you can start your trek as early before 3 a.m.

Ultimately, you reach your goal, one of the most beautiful peaks in Nepal, The Far East Chulu Peak. You can have a close view of various mountain ranges like Annapurna I (8091m) Annapurna II (7937m), Annapurna South (7219m) at the south and Manaslu (8163m) at the east with numerous other peaks panoramically.

But, you have to be quick in taking photos and enjoying the view as we have to descend back to the Base Camp in order to avoid bad weather condition. Stay overnight at the Base Camp in fixed Tent.

You will be speechless in explaining your experience on this day. And we Himalayan trekkers team will be very glad and honored to help you gain an amazing experience in summiting one of the most difficult treks in Nepal.

After breakfast at the camp, it's now time to say goodbye to The Chulu Base Camp, where you stayed for 3 days.

Today, our target is to reach Manang Valley, which has the largest human settlement. Manang valley is a very picturesque place. It has its own unique culture and tradition. Therefore, we suggest you explore the area on your own. You can interact with people, try their foods, and share your experience about your trek so far

Today, after breakfast, you leave the Manang valley taking back lifelong memories you gained here.

After walking for about 2 hours, you reach Khangsar Valley, which is equally beautiful. You then continue your trek Siri Kharka passing by an old Gompa. 

We have to alert you about today's trail as it is a rocky and narrow slope and there are the chances of rockfall. But this risk is worth taking as it takes you to the base camp of Tilicho Lake. The massif icy ridge can be seen from here. As per the availability, you spend overnight either at a lodge or if not available you have to spend the night on a tented camp.

After breakfast, we trek from Tilicho Base Camp towards Tilicho Lake. Tilicho is the highest altitude lake which lies at the foothill of Tilicho Peak. But, unfortunately, remains frozen for most of the time in a year.

You see the beauty of nature, once you reach Tilicho Lake. The nature has gifted us such a beautiful Lake at such a high altitude. You can have a different experience to stay at a tented camp nearby Tilicho Lake.

Today's trek begins by first climbing the Northern ridge of Tilicho Lake commonly known as Eastern Pass at an altitude of 5360 m. After enjoying the scenic view of many mountains like Ngadi Chuli, Bouddha Himal, Annapurna II, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Nilgiri, and Gangapurna, you then head towards the Western side.

The path is very slippery due to the presence of loose rocks, so you may need the help of ropes crossing some of the areas.

There are three possible routes to reach Jomsom, but you take the route from Mesokanto North, at an altitude of 5350 m to reach Yak Kharka (4,200m) today. 

Enjoying the magnificent view of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, and Dhampus, you descend towards Thini village. You can see the cute little Juniper bushes along the way.

You reach Jomsom, after a short walk from Thini Village. 

You take a short flight from Jomsom to Pokhara, after having breakfast in Jomsom.

You can relax on your own in Pokhara, or troll around the Lakeside. Go for boating on your own.

If you need to do Laundry, then, it is available in Pokhara. Overnight at Hotel.

Today after good breakfast, you can either drive or take a flight to get back to Kathmandu.

After reaching Kathmandu, you can move around in the streets of Thamel. Thamel is a touristic street, so you can buy souvenirs from here.

In the evening, we will take you for a Farewell Dinner and drop you back at your hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast, one of our representative from Himalayan trekkers will drop you at the airport for your scheduled flight back to your hometown. 

Have a safe journey and please do visit Nepal on your next vacation.