At a Glance
Trip Overview
The Nar Phu and Tilicho Lake trek with Mesokantu Pass is a thrilling adventure in the Annapurna region. This trek takes you through remote trails, hidden villages, and high mountain passes.
We start with a day of sightseeing in Kathmandu before taking a jeep ride to Dharapani. From Dharapani, we trek through Nar Phu, following less-traveled paths that lead us to charming villages. These villages give a unique view into traditional Himalayan life, away from the usual tourist routes.
Along the way, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the Manaslu and Dhaulagiri peaks, perfect for trekkers and photographers alike.
One of the highlights is the trek through Nar Phu and Tilicho Lake. The Nar region is known for its Tibetan culture and stunning high-altitude scenery. Afterward, we trek to Manang Village and cross Kangla Pass. Next, we head to Tilicho Lake, famous for its clear waters and dramatic landscape.
We’ll spend two nights at Tilicho Base Camp before visiting Tilicho Lake and then crossing the challenging Mesokantu Pass to reach Jomsom. Kangla Pass and Mesokantu Pass are the two main challenges of this trek. Kangla Pass connects Nar Phu Valley with Manang Valley, while Mesokantu Pass, at 5,400 meters, links Tilicho Valley with Jomsom Valley and offers incredible views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Despite the difficulties, crossing these passes provides a great sense of achievement and stunning mountain views.
We then descend to Jomsom, where we can relax and celebrate our journey. Jomsom, with its lively market and beautiful Mustang backdrop, is the perfect place to end our trek. From there, we fly to Pokhara and then back to Kathmandu.
The Nar Phu and Tilicho Lake trek with Mesokantu Pass is an unforgettable adventure, showcasing some of the best experiences the Annapurna region has to offer. If you’d like to visit only Tilicho Lake as part of your Annapurna trek, consider our Annapurna and Tilicho Lake trek. For a more relaxed option, you might enjoy the Langtang and Gosainkund Lake trek.
Trip Highlights
- Visit ancient temples, palaces in Kathmandu
- The finest challenging trek in the Annapurna region
- Explore a remote area of Nepal that remains undiscovered by most
- Immerse yourself in ancient villages that have preserved their traditional way of life over
- Cross the two high passes like Kangla and Mesokanto la
- Encounter a slice of the Tibetan plateau extending into
- Breathtaking Mountain views
- Explore the spectacular Nar region
- Visit the highest Tilicho lake in the world
When to Visit
Trip Itinerary
- Full Itinerary
- Outline Itinerary
Departure from home
Back to home
Cost Include
- Kathmandu Airport transfers
- An experienced insured and equipped English speaking Guide
- Guided sightseeing and entry fee in Kathmandu
- 3 meals during trek.
- Internal flights and land transport involved in the itinerary
- Airport tax
- Good standard Hotel ( 3-4*) accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara with breakfast
- Teahouse & camping accommodation on twin sharing basic
- Tims permit.
- Annapurna Conservation Fee
- Special Nar permit
- Insured and equipped porter as on IPPG rules
- Full Day to explore at Nar
- Trekking off the main trail to the village of Nar, Tilicho and Mesokantu La (5025m) – one of the vantage point to see the mountain view.
- Jomsom-Pokhara-Kathmandu flight
Cost Exclude
- Travel Insurance
- Nepalese Visa
- Tips for Guide and other trek staff
- Lunch and dinner in the city.
- Additional costs due to illness, rescue etc
- Additional cost due to force majeure, changes of flight and itinerary
- Personal drinks and Bar Bill
- Personal equipments such as sleeping bag
Dates & Prices
The Following dates and prices are LAND ONLY itinerary joining in Kathmandu. Please make your own flight arrangements. If you need some help to arrange an international flight, we can suggest you some agents who are specialized on ticketing.
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Dates with Festivals and Events
Recommended If you are planning your holiday and want to have once in a life time experience then chose the date that combined with events or festivals. It will enhance an experience of life time in your holiday.
Tailor made Journeys
Your journey, your way - This itinerary can be tailored to your desire.
You can also use this tour as a base for a tailor-made itinerary. Like your personal architect creating your one-of- a-kind home, our Travel Specialists will execute the trip of a lifetime. It’s all up to you – logistics, pace, budget, dates, performances, visits, explorations, meals and lodging are hammered out down to the finest customized detail. Please fill in our tailor-made request form.
Private Journeys
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If you do not want to join a group then you can also make this a private trip with your friends and family one at your own schedule. Considering this, Trekking Team Group organizes private journeys as well. Please choose your own departure date.
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Trip Reviews
Fantastic 23 days Trek – Annapurna Circuit and Nar Phu Valley
We did a 23 days hike with Trekking Team Group in October 2018. We were 100% satisfied with the overall experience of the trek. Everything was neatly organized. Communication beforehand was very quick efficient and in a timely manner. Upon arrival in Kathmandu we were carefully taken care of every single day. First by the agency (sightseeing/ evening dinner in Kathmandu) and later by our fantastic, very knowledgeable and experienced guide and porter. We booked a group trek but since no other people signed up for the same itinerary the trek was carried out as private trek without additional cost. I am glad to have chosen TTG as operator and would recommend undoubtedly to everyone that plans to go trekking in Nepal.
ABC with Trekking Team Group was an outstanding choice! With so many companies to choose from it is difficult to determine who will be best suited to your needs- especially online! While in Thamel I spent the weekend before our family trek comparing companies and I found TTG to be most accommodating, professional, experienced when discussing various trekking options. Our trip to ABC with TTG was the best value out of the 6 companies I compared and looking back I would not have changed a thing! Our guide, Hari, was exceptional- patient, knowledgable, well-spoken. Overall, very pleased with Trekking Team Group and the experience!
I have had a wonderful experience with Trekking Team Group.The care and attention given to everyone was ‘over the top’, and the pricing was extremely reasonable. Additionally I participated in a 10 person 22 day camping supported trek to Nar, Phu and Tilicho Lake areas. The scenery was stunning, the leadership and support was way beyond expectations, the value was tremendous, and the overall experience was completely off the scale! The area we trekked in had such a variety of landscapes, cultures and natural beauty that each day was exciting and new. Hats off to Goku, Arjun, and all the other TTG staff. Experience could not have been better.
How these top guide books have described us?
"Ein Absolut verlässlicher, superfreundlisher veranstalter mit erstlkassigem Service.”
“Long-established trekking company with a breadth of experience and an easy-to-find location."
"A very reliable, super friendly agency offering top-notch service.”
“une agence engagée avec une belle expertise du terrain.”
Additional Information
This is ADVENTURE travel, and many of the destinations on this site are in remote, underdeveloped areas where unpredictability is the norm. Despite careful planning and organization, our adventure trips can’t be taken for granted like regular trips. Many of the places we visit lack the emergency health and safety services you’re used to in the developed world. Internal flights can be canceled, road transport is often uncomfortable and unreliable, and hotel standards may not match those of the West.
If you’re not prepared for this, you shouldn’t travel with us. The unpredictability also means that our itineraries are statements of intent, not contractual obligations. Factors such as weather, transport difficulties, and political instability might require us to change any itinerary. The trip leader will make any necessary changes after consulting with the group. Such changes are rarely significant, and we always do our best to minimize their impact. However, we cannot be held responsible for changes or delays, regardless of their cause.
What makes this trip different ?
Trekking Team Groups is one of the main supporters of Ambe Foundation, a non-political and non-profit social organization. We contribute our support to the remote village of Nuwakot and different schools like Gramin Devi, Khumbeshwori through donation, sponsorship and partnership in various projects. For details click here what we do and why we do?
Donation
Trekking Team Group donates a percentage of business profits to the foundation on a yearly basis, which supports the ongoing maintenance cost required for Gramin Devi and Khumbeshwori school, a community-based school in Nuwakot.
Sponsorship
One of the major activities of Ambe foundation is the children sponsorship program, which is conducted with full collaboration with Trekking Team Group.
Partnership (Volunteering Program)
The Ambe Volunteer Program, organised by Ambe Foundation and Trekking Team Group, aims to mobilize teams of experts and interested individuals as an effective and economic measure in providing the human capital for education, health and community development in Nuwakot District.