Benefits of Booking Mesokanto La Pass with HPA
- Quick response to all inquiries by email, WhatsApp, and Messenger
- Provides clear details of the trekking package, including transparent cost breakdowns
- Offer tailored itineraries based on client preferences and fitness levels with comprehensive package services.
- High Pass Adventure prioritizes safety with well-trained guides, first aid kits, and emergency evacuation plans.
- Flexible and easy booking, reservation, and payment system
- To meet all customers at Kathmandu International Airport for pickup and drop-off services
- First aid medical kit and oxy-meter for checking pulse, heart rate, and oxygen saturation at higher altitudes during the trek, which may be necessary in certain cases
- Regular health checks and acclimatization schedules minimize the risk of altitude sickness.
- Easily arranges all logistics to ensure a hassle-free experience in Nepal for all clients
- Complimentary extra luggage storage service provides throughout the trek
- Arrangements of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, and walking pole (if you don't have your own)
- Company T-shirt and warm hat as souvenirs for trekking, along with a tour certificate upon completing the trip
Tilicho Mesokanto-La Pass Trek Overview
The Tilicho Mesokanto-La Pass Trek is a challenging and rewarding trekking destination in the Annapurna region of Nepal. The journey is a combination of two popular trekking routes such as Tilicho Lake Trek, one of the highest lakes in the world and Mesokanto-La Pass, offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountain and landscape.
The Tilicho Mesokanto-La Pass Trek creates an adventurous and challenging trekking experience in life. It requires previous trekking experience, physical fitness, proper planning and experienced local guide to successfully complete the journey. It is also an alternative route of Thorong La Pass Trek (Annapurna Circuit Trek), and known as Tilicho Pass Trek.
Tilicho Lake Trek
Tilicho Lake is one of the most popular trekking destinations in the world, located in the Annapurna region of Nepal. It is the lake at the highest elevation because of its location, which is 4919 meters above sea level. This Lake is a wonderful ice lake which is surrounded by mountains. Tilicho Lake Trek is known for its spectacular mountain landscapes, varied flora and fauna and local culture. This route is a side trip of the classic Annapurna Circuit Trek, The trail passes through charming villages, lush forests, terraced fields, rivers, highland terrain and finally leads to the exciting Tilicho Lake, surrounded by snow-capped peaks.
Mesokanto-La Pass Trek
Mesokanto La Pass is another challenging high altitude trekking destination in the Annapurna Region of Nepal. The pass itself is situated at an altitude of 5340 meters and offers spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. This trekking route is comparatively less explored and offers a more isolated and adventure trekking experience compared to some of the popular trekking routes in Nepal.
Tilicho Mesokanto La Pass Trekking Route
This wonderful adventure Mesokanto La Pass Trek starts from Syange which is also the starting point of classic Annapurna Circuit trek and ending point of Manaslu Circuit Trek then ends on Jomsom or Beni. to visit the Tilicho Lake is a popular side trip of the classic Annapurna Circuit Trek. So, the trail follows the Annapurna Circuit Trek until Manang village and moves to the North-west side to Tilicho Lake. Passing beside the bank of Tilicho Lake, the trail heads up over the two passes namely Mesokanto-La and Tilicho Pass to get to the Kali Gandaki Valley.
Mesokanto La pass is an exciting and beautiful route but is very technical, particularly the downhill section from the Mesokanto-La top, and we do not recommend it for beginners' trekkers. from the top, you will have awesome mountain views including Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and other many snow-peak mountains. Beside the mountain views, there are opportunities to explore green forest, hills, different people and their culture, old monasteries, wildlife and birds, some other lake, river and various flora and fauna along the trail.
After crossing the Mesokanto-La, you will reach Jomsom which is headquarters of the Mustang district and famous place of Annapurna Circuit Trek. It is also the starting point of Upper Mustang Trek. Before getting Jomsom, it is necessary to do a one-night tent camp with light and dry food. From Jomsom you will come down to Pokhara by flight or drive. We (High Pass Adventure) provide you experienced trekking staff to make sure your best trip in Nepal. For the Tilicho Mesokanto La Pass, less trekkers do that's why it is hard to find the trail due to cover the trekking trail by snow in the trekking season.
Highlights of Mesokanto-La Pass Trek
- The trek passes through traditional villages like Dharapani, Chame, Pisang, Manang, Khangsar and Jomsom where you can experience the unique culture and lifestyle of the local people.
- The trek takes you through varied landscapes, from lush green valley to barren, rocky and moraine terrains and high-altitude deserts.
- Explore the beautiful Tilicho Lake (4,918m) which is highest lake in the world and surrounded by snow-capped peaks, making it a breathtaking sight.
- Crossing the Mesokanto La pass at an altitude of around 5,340 meters, is challenging but rewarding, with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains
- The trek route crosses two river valleys, namely the Marshyangdi River Valley and the Kali Gandaki River Valley, by passing through the Mesokanto La Pass.
- The trek is considered more challenging, so trekkers feel a sense of achievement after completing the trip.
Why Choose the MesoKanto-La Pass Trek?
The Mesokanto-La Pass Trek is a challenging and best trekking destination for adventure lovers in the Annapurna region of Nepal. This Tilicho Mesokanto- La Pass Trek is best for those who have previous high altitude trekking experience and fitness to cross the Mesokanto- La (5300 m) through Tilicho Lake. Tilicho lake is the holy lake situated 4950m high, which is believed in Hindu and Buddhist religion. From Tilicho Lake where the route leads to remote corners of the Manang area to cross over Mesokanto-la to reach Jomsom. It is one of the adventures of scenic combination with cultural walks, where the trekking leads to famous and popular Classic Annapurna Circuit trail up to Manang village, which is regarded as the world’s top ten adventure destination.
At all, you can observe the unique mountains vista, wonderful landscape, rivers, streams, beautiful terrace rice field, green forest, wildlife, local village with their lifestyle and religion, popular old monasteries, Glacier, glacial Lake. The Mesokanto-La Pass Treks starts from Syange and leads to you circle the Massif Mountains Including Mt. Annapurna ‘I’ (8091 m) and others snow-capped peaks and ends at Pokhara.
Preparation for Meso Kanto La Pass Trek
Preparation is necessary for trekking in the Nepal Himalayas, including the Meso Kanto La Pass. The 15-day itinerary for the Meso Kanto La (5,340 meters) Pass Trekking, from your arrival to your departure from Nepal, requires proper preparation to ensure safety, enhance your experience, and help you enjoy the trek and climb to its fullest.
The journey to Mesokanto La Pass is relatively challenging due to its remote location but highly rewarding. It takes you through farmlands, local villages of Chhetri, Gurung, Manangis, and Thakalis, terraced rice fields, diverse landscapes, narrow trails, forests, rocky or muddy paths, icy glaciers, moraines, and high-altitude terrain. The trek involves ascents and descents, requiring 5 to 8 hours of walking each day, and up to 10 hours on the day of crossing Mesokanto La Pass. Therefore, careful physical preparation is essential.
Proper preparation for Meso Kanto La Pass includes booking your trip with an experienced and reputable trekking agency, hiring an experienced guide and staff, hiking to high elevations to reduce the risk of altitude sickness, managing your budget, packing the appropriate gear for trekking, and building endurance and strength through activities such as walking, day hiking, running, biking, jogging, stretching, and swimming.
Another important aspect of preparation is to seek medical advice from a doctor before travel from your home, especially if you have respiratory concerns or other health issues such as food or drink allergies. Travel insurance is also essential for trek preparation; we recommend obtaining insurance that covers emergency evacuation during the Meso Kanto La Pass, as the trek takes place in a remote area where emergency medical care are difficult to access. By following these guidelines, you can successfully complete the 15 days Meso Kanto La Pass without any issues.
Important Note for the trip:
- During your pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu, we provide you with a free T-shirt and a warm cap (beanie), as well as a refundable duffel bag for packing your trekking gear.
- We assign one porter for every two trekkers, so the duffel bag should weigh around 10 to 12 kg, which is carried by the porter throughout the trek. Additionally, we can arrange other working team members according to your requirements.
- You must have your own special daypack with a waterproof cover for carrying your daily necessities things like cash, necessary papers, a water bottle or bladder, sunglass, mobile phone, power bank, a camera, toiletries, sunscreen, lip guard, a notebook, light clothing, etc.
- The guide will check your trekking gear and give you suggestions on what to pack and what not to pack. Any unnecessary items (non-trekking items) can be stored at the hotel or our office in Kathmandu.
- A down jacket and a sleeping bag are required for trekking in the Nepal Himalayas. The sleeping bag should be rated for temperatures between -10 to 20 degrees Celsius, depending on the trekking route. If you don't have either of these items, you can rent them in Kathmandu for USD 2 per day. Please note that in case of loss or damage, you will be required to pay the cost of USD 100 per item.
- Every day, the guide will brief you about the walk, nature, food, accommodation, culture, and other aspects of the trek. It's important to listen to and follow the local rules and guidelines provided by the guide.
- Respect locals' privacy before photographing them or their children and appreciate the local culture and customs. Always walk together with your guide and stand in a safe place while animals are passing. Do not smoke or drink alcohol at elevations above 3000 meters.
Important Note for Itinerary:
The itinerary provided given below is a just guideline for the Mesokanto La Pass Trekking. If you have your own itinerary, we are flexible to follow it. If not, we will be happy to create a new itinerary based on your requirements and vacation time frame. This trek can be customized according to your preferred duration, budget, and schedule.
