Tilicho Mesokanto Pass Trekking is an alternative advance route of most popular Thorong la pass trek in Annapurna region. This is a less crowded trekking route in Nepal. The trail of Tilicho lake Mesokanta pass trekking follows the same track of APC trek till Manang & diverts towards Tilicho lake. After reaching Tilicho lake, trail goes over Mesokanta pass and gets to Jomsom on other side of Annapurna range.
Like Annapurna circuit trek Tlicho Mesokanto Pass trekking walks you into different ethnic group with villages of Brahaman, Chhetri, Gurung, Magar, Tamang and Thakali community. Variation in culture tradition & landscape of different places is interesting for anyone.
Beyond the villages & culture; trekking on the open pasture and dense forest will enable trekkers to see wild animals. It is common to see animals such as monkey, blue sheep, mountain goat, Ghoral, Himalayan squirrel, Jackal, Porcupine, Himalayan marmot, Himalayan back bear. But endanger snow leopard and red panda are found in the region and rarely seen. Some enthusiast wait for months to sight snow leopard and red panda in the Annapurna conservation area.
Tilicho lake is amazing stop before trekking over mesokanta pass in Annapurna circuit trekking to get to Jomsom
Annapurna conservation area also conserves birds sucha as; Cheer pheasant, blood pheasant, red jungle fowl, Chukar Partridge, woodpecker, Barbet, Hoopoe, Cuckoo, Gull, Lammergeier, Vulture, Griffon, Magpie, Bluetail, Snowcock, Impeyan pheasant, Long-tail birds which makes scenery beautiful on trekking to Tilicho mesokanta pass. Thus, wildlife enthusiast can spend wekks wondering in this trekking route.
Best route for the Tilicho mesokanta pass trekking is to start from Manang side
Mesokanto pass trek route is easier from anti-clockwise. Crossing the pass from manang side is easier than starting from Jomsom. Gradual climb up from Manang valley with climb of approx. 500 m per day surely ease your Mesokanta pass trekking adventure.
Tilicho lake mesokanta pass trekking begins with drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar, although you can easily drive all the way to Chame. Chame is headquarter of this region. Trekking along the Marshyandi River through the villages like Pisang – Manang, Khangsar, Sirikharak takes us to Tilicho Base Camp; before the pass. And after the pass of mesokanta; trekkers will get to villages like Marpha, Tatopani, Ghorepani, Ghandruk Poon Hill. Poonhill is one of the famous destination in entire Nepal. From the top of poonhill you can see 2 different mountain ranges- Mt Annaurna range & Mt Dhaulagiri range.
Basic tea houses on the trekking route makes you mesokanta pass a memorable adventure of lifetime. Whereas the nights between Mesokanto pass and Thini village in the Mustang side of Annapurna has to be tented camp. This adds extra flavor in adventure with camping adventure. If you are looking for a combination of camping trekking with tea houses trek – Tilicho Lake with mesokanta pass trekking can be an ideal chpice.
As a local trekking agency in Nepal – Nepalgram adventure operates both budget and luxury trekking package to Mesokanto la pass. The trek is leaded by a professional and experienced field crew who knows in and out of the adventure trekking up and over Mesokanta pass.
Tilicho Mesokanto Pass Trek is thus a best adventure high pass trekking in Nepal located inside the Annapurna conservation area.
Trekking with Nepalgram adventure will be enjoying adventure with exciting times. Our local guides with knowledge on region, route, villages,& their sense of humor will assure your best adventure in Nepal.
Tilicho Mesokanta Pass Trekking Highlights
Mount Dhaulagiri of 8167m & entire range with her
Mount Annapurna I of 8091m & other 19 snowy capped mountains of Annapurna range
8000 meters peaks and a variety on landscapes, plants and animals
Absolute Mesokanto pass adventure
Trek around world famous trek route Annapurna Circuit trek
Vast natural diversity of Annapurna conservation area and cultural prospect of different ethnic groups settlements in the region
Tilicho Lake – the largest lake on highest altitude, around the globe. Side trip to Ganga purna Lake from Manang village, Dumba Lake from Braka or from Manang village
Explore the medieval villages Marpha and Ghandruk on the other side of the mesokanta pass
Experience of natural hot spring at Tatopani village which relive your muscle pain from mesokanta pass adventure
Famous poonhill station with wide vie after days of trekking close to those towering mountains from Annapurna range
Cost Details for Tilicho mesokanto pass trek
Cost include for Tilicho mesokanto pass trek
Airport shuttle.
Hotel in Kathmandu & pokhara as per itinerary with breakfast.
All your standard meals like Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner, during the trek with a cup of tea or coffee during the breakfast.
Basic Camping gears & arrangement during the mesokanta la pass.
Accommodations during the Tilicho lake mesokanta pass trekking.
All ground transportation as accordance to itinerary.
English speaking guide, friendly, experienced, with government license. Guide’s food, accommodation & insurance is included.
Porter for trekking (one porter sharing among two member) including all his expenses including full insurance during the trek.
All kind of Entrance fees for Annapurna conservation area, TIMS card & Monastery during the side trip.
Trekking route map – marked & identified
Added Value - (1) Dawn sleeping bag, Dawn Jacket to be returned after the trek (2) Waterproof duffel Bag, Walking Poles, quick dry T-shirt, Cap - to take away (3) Oxymeter to check your oxygen saturation and Heart beat with medical kit box carried by Guide (4) Satellite Phone for extremely remote destination
Trip Cost US$ 1250 Per person to Tilicho mesokanto pass trek.
Cost exclude for Tilicho mesokanto pass trek
All kinds of Drinks like Mineral water, beer Juice, Coke, fanta, other alcoholic hard drink’s, ETC.
Sweet things like chocolate and deserts.
Your personal expenses.
Tips for Guide & porter
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival in Kathmandu
Pic: Tribhhuvan International Airport
Day 2 :
Drive from Kathmandu to Besi Sahar and local jeep to Dhara Pani (1960m)
Pic: kathmandu to Besisahar Drive
Day 3 :
Trek From Dharapani to Chame (2670m)
Pic: Tilicho lake trail
Day 4 :
Trek From Chame to Pisang (3200m)
Pic: Braka Monastery
Day 5 :
Trek from Pisang to Ngawal (3700m/12139 ft) 4-5 hours
Pic: View of Annapurna Range
Day 6 :
Trek from Ngawal to Manang (3,500m/11,482feet), 3-4 hours
Pic: Village and the locals
Day 7 :
Acclimatization day
Pic: Smile infront of the mountains
Day 8 :
Trek From Manang to Shree Kharka(3850m)
Pic: Looking at the mountains from shree Kharka
Day 9 :
Trek from Shree Kharka to Tilicho Base camp (4150m)
Pic: The lake of Tilicho
Day 10 :
Trek from Base Camp to Tilicho lake (4990m)
Pic: Highest altitude glacial lake Tilicho
Day 11 :
Trek from Tilicho lake to Chauri kharka/ Yak kharka via Mesokanta Pass
Pic: Tilicho lake trekkers near mesokanta pass trekking in annapurna
Day 12 :
Trek from Yak kharka to Jomsom
Pic: Eye-appealing view of the village and mountains during the hike
Day 13 :
Fly back from Jomsom to Pokhara
Pic: Phewa lake at Pokhara surrounded by boats
Day 14 :
Pokhara to kathmandu
Pic: Kathmandu valley and mountain views.
Day 15 :
Final Departure
Pic: Gateway to Tribhuvan International Airport at Kathmandu
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1) How many days Tilicho Lake Mesokanta Pass Trek take ?
Its take total 15 days which is mentiond in our itinerary.
2) Is there snow at tilicho lake trek with mesokanta pass?
Mesokanto La Pass Trek off the beaten route and the trail from Tilicho Lake to Mesokanto summit possible to have a lot of snow other than May to early December.
3)Can we swim in Tilicho lake?
No. The lake is cold and isolated. You cannot swim far in Tilicho Lake. The lake is usually unaffected by the tourists.
4) Which lake is deepest in Nepal?
Phoksundo Lake in Karnali Province is the deepest lake of Nepal, having a depth of 136 m.
5) What are the major attraction of manang ?
The major attraction of manang is listed below:-
-Manang village
-Ancient Culture of Manang
-Natural Beauty
-High Passes
-Nar Phu valley
-Muktinath Temple
-Mountain Biking
6) Does it rain in Jomsom?
Yes .Highs ranges from 90.5°F (32.5°C) and 71.1°F (21.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 11 days of significant precipitation per month.
7) Is Jomsom flight safe?
It is all upon the pilots of the aircraft. The aviation experts believe this route is extremely dangerous on its behavior and in count of recent four years records “Pokhara- Jomsom” air route, three aircrafts has met with an accidents.
8) Is Mustang and Jomsom same?
Mustang is a district in the northern Himalayan region of Nepal and Jomsom is its capital or the headquarter.
9) Why is the airport at Jomsom not used during the afternoon in Nepal?
As wind speeds increase during the day and high wind speeds often prevent airport operation after midday, airlines schedule flights to Jomsom for the early morning when wind speeds are low.
10) Is tilicho the highest lake in the world?
These routes via Tilicho Lake are more often closed by snow than the higher Thorong La. Tilicho Lake was the site of one of the highest ever altitude scuba dives.
More information about Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek
What is the best Trekking Season for Tilicho Mesokanto Pass Trekking?
Trekking in Nepal is possible in all four seasons (Spring-Summer-Autumn / fall or winter). But the most popular trekking seasons for tilicho lake mesokanta pass trekking is in the spring and autumn. Nepalgram Adventure offers you to consider the following advice on the outstanding aspects of each season.
Autumn (September- October- November): The autumn season is one of the best seasons for trekking in the Himalayan region which offers excellent weather and clear mountain views. With the weather clear sky to see luring mountains makes the trip best.
Autumn is most favored season for trekking in Nepal Himalaya region as you can also witness several Hindu festivals such as 15 days long Dashain. Dashain is the biggest festival for all Nepalese, celebrating with the triumph of good over evil, and shortly afterward the 5 days long Tihar or Dipawali (Festival of Lights).
Winter (December-January- February): Winter is prone to snowfall at higher elevations like mesokanta and Tilicho base camp. The snowline descends considerably, and tea houses are cold along the entire route. So it is an ideal time for trekking at lower elevations below 3,000m in the foothills of Nepal. Poonhill trekking & Jomsom muktinath trek in Annapurna region can be an ideal trekking destination for Annapurna region treks, with great views of the Himalayas. Winter gets cold at night and in the mornings, but during the day temperatures are mild when it is sunny.
Spring (March-April- May): Spring is another best seasons for Tilicho lake mesokanta pass trekking in Nepal. Many visitors travel to Nepal in the spring as trekking comes with beautiful rhododendron bloomed in this season. Wildflowers especially rhododendron is beautiful. It is the national flowers of Nepal, comes in varieties from bush to tall trees.
Spring is warmer at mild and visibility is excellent during spring.
Summer/monsoon (June-July- August): Monsoon season is not recommended for tilicho lake mesokanta pass trekking. During summer, regular rainfall makes trail slippery and landslides active. Although summer is a good time for the keen botanists and forest researchers as the higher valleys and meadows gets brightened with flowers and lush vegetation.
In monsoon the rain shadow areas like Upper Mustang, Dolpo and Kailash are famous trekking destinations of Nepal.
Wet monsoon season starting from mid-June to early September months are tiring with clouds all day covering the snowcapped mountains, although morning are often clear for few hours for the views of sunrise and mountains. The advantages of trekking in the summer or monsoon months is quite trail with few trekkers.
Concluding the best season for trekking in Tilicho lake mesokanta pass trekking; best time for Mesokanto pass trekking is Spring (March to Jun) and Autumn (September to December). The temperature is mild during spring and guarantees amazing views throughout the trip. Although this trekking can be done during the winter, the cold temperature might not be suitable for everyone. Also the winter trekking over mesokanta pass can be uncertain because of heavy snowfall blocking the passes over the mesokanta la.
Clouded Tilicho peak
Who can do Mesokanta pass trek?
Being a moderate trekker with previous experience of multiday trek is okay. Trekking per day on the base of 5/6 walking hours is sufficient. Having moderate physical fitness is suitable for the trek. Mesokanto pass (Tilicho lake) Trekking is one of the highest passes of the Annapurna area; thus strong physical fitness is advantageous.
If you are an outdoor person – trekking will not be as tough as you are imagining now.
Accommodation on Tilicho mesokanta pass Trekking route
Beyond mesokanta pass all accommodation are tea houses (mountain lodge). A Tea House is a combination of a guest house, restaurant, and social hang out. Toilets are indoor and some of them might as well be attached to your bed room. The rooms are generally with twin beds and little additional furniture like small tables or chairs, rarely. One blankets per bed are generally provided (we recommend that you carry your own sleeping bags – Nepalgram adventure also provides one if you don’t have one – but you need to return at the end of the trip). Most bathrooms are common with squatting (Asian) toilets or of western comfort with sitting toilets. Also there will be hot shower facility, with some places with bucket showers only, but with extra charge in using hot showers. Cold shower are free but not recommended.
How are the Foods like during my trekking?
On our all-inclusive trekking package all meals are included (breakfast with tea, lunch, and dinner provided). Nepalgram provides food from these local lodge/tea houses as per choices on the menu. All the tea houses has basically similar menu – however the price rises with rise in altitude. Every Tea House serves traditional Nepali meal Dal Bhat (rice and lentils), and as well a variety of different food items, such as rice, seasonable vegetables, noodles, Mo:Mo, potatoes, and soups. They also serves western foods such as pizza, pasta, burger, spring roll and French fries.
Soft drinks, snacks, and beer are available in most of the Tea Houses. A variety of cereals, bread, and eggs dishes are generally available for breakfast.
What is the Group Size for trekking
Nepagram adventure organize any route for Tilicho lake mesokanta pass trekking with fix departure basis group joining trip or private trip. The minimum group size would be 1 maximum group size is 8. But if you are from previously known group of trekkers more than 8 can be organized on request.
We can also organize a private trip to a solo person with a single supplement cost. Else, join our estimated group departure dates available on our website after checking availability online or ask us with your personal suitable flexible dates, we will open group date on the same date.
What are the things needed to pack for trekking?
The things you carry can affect the entire experience of your journey. So make sure that while purchasing any gear, make no bargaining on the quality of the equipment.
Clothing
Quick drying long base layer shirts.
trekking shirts short sleeve
Thermal underwear – base layer.
liner socks
3 pair woollen blend trekking socks.
2 pair trekking pants with zipping off bottoms
2 fleece sweaters – one lightweight, one heavier
Outer layers
wind/rain proof overlayer- jacket and pants
Down jacket. ( -20 D.C )
down vest
warm winter hat
lightweight thermal layer hat
peak hat
pair of gloves
Pair trekking boots.
Head lamp with extra batteries,
sleeping bag heavy ( -20 D.C)
watch with alarm
Sun glasses ( UV protection )
Camera with, extra batteries.
2-3 portable chargers.
First Aid
Diamox – for altitude
Advil
Aleve
Vicks vapour rub
Sunscreen
chapstick
Anti nauseant – you tend to feel just a bit nauseous a lot at altitude.
immodium – diarrhoea is common at altitude.
bandaids
blister bandaids or moleskin
eye drops
Advil cold and sinus
Nasal moisturizer – altitude causes nasal cavities to be very dry, nasal moisturizer was very helpful.
Q-tips
tweezers
Tiger balm.
Toiletries
Foot powder (for Deb’s stinky feet)
Toilet paper
shampoo
soap
microfiber towel
Gold Bond – this just feels good all the time
Mesokanta Pass vs Thorong la pass
Mesokanta Pass which lies in Annapurna Conservation Area is considered as one of the technical and adventurous passes of Nepal. It is located at an altitude of over 5100 meters and consists of a width of 1km and length of 4km. Trail of Tilicho Mesokanta Pass trekking passes through the rocky steps, spectacular view of lofty mountains, diverse landscapes and Buddhist monasteries. The most difficult part of Tilicho Mesokanta Pass trekking is when the trekkers are trekking downhill.
Tilicho lake trekking trail after Sirikharka is across the rock fall zone as of Thorong la pass phedi area but on this trail of mesokanta pass trekking landslide & rockfall zone is more than anywhere in annapurna region.
During this time, the Mesokanta pass demands lots of effort from the trekkers. So, a good level of physical fitness and high level of stamina is required for Mesokanta Pass. Spring and autumn are considered as the preferable season to trek to Mesokanta pass.
Thorong la pass is considered as one of the difficult passes of Annapurna Region. It lies at an elevation of 5416 meters which is the highest point of Annapurna Region Trek. Trekkers have to give a lot of effort to complete Thorong la pass. It does not mean that Thorong la pass is impossible, proper acclimatization at altitude and preparation help to cross the Thorong la pass in a comfortable way.
While trekking to Thorong la pass the trekkers have to wake up early so you can keep away from the heavy wind at the altitude. We recommend the trekkers wear the warm clothes while trekking to Thorong la pass because at the top of Thorong la pass it will be too cold.
Highlights of Tilicho Mesokanta Pass Trekking
Mount Dhaulagiri of 8167m & entire range with her
Mount Annapurna I of 8091m & other 19 snowy capped mountains of Annapurna range
8000 meters peaks and a variety on landscapes, plants and animals
Vast natural diversity of Annapurna conservation area and cultural prospect of different ethnic groups settlements in the region
Tilicho Lake – the largest lake on highest altitude, around the globe. Side trip to Ganga purna Lake from Manang village, Dumba Lake from Braka or from Manang village
Explore the medieval villages Marpha and Ghandruk on the other side of the mesokanta pass
Experience of natural hot spring at Tatopani village which relive your muscle pain from mesokanta pass adventure
Famous poonhill station with wide vie after days of trekking close to those towering mountains from Annapurna range
Trekking with Nepalgram adventure will be an enjoyable adventure with exciting times. Our local guides with knowledge on region, route, villages,& their sense of humor will assure your best adventure in Nepal.
Outline Itinerary of Tilicho mesokanta pass Trekking
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Besi Sahar and local jeep to Dhara Pani (1960m)
Day 03: Trek From Dharapani to Chame (2670m)
Day 04: Trek From Chame to Pisang (3200m)
Day 05: Trek from Pisang to Ngawal (3700m/12139 ft) 4-5 hours
Day 06: Trek from Ngawal to Manang (3,500m/11,482feet), 3-4 hours
Day 07: Acclimatization day
Day 08: Trek From Manang to Shree Kharka(3850m)
Day 09: Trek from Shree Kharka to Tilicho Base camp (4150m)
Day 10: Trek from Base Camp to Tilicho lake (4990m)
Day 11: Trek from Tilicho lake to Chauri kharka/ Yak kharka via Mesokanta Pass
Day 12: Trek from Yak kharka to Jomsom
Day 13:Fly back from Jomsom to Pokhara
Day 14: Pokhara to kathmandu
Day 15: Final Departure
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