Trip Overview
| Duration: 18 days |
Country: Nepal |
| Max. Altitude: 4,867m/15,967ft. |
Walking Per Day: 6-7hrs |
| Accommodation: N/A |
 Grade: Fair Strenuous
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| Best Season: Autumn and Spring |
Group Size: 1 |
| Mode: Tea-House/Lodge |
Culture: Hindu, Sherpa, Tamang |
Panch Pokhari got its name due to the presence of five pristine holy lakes in one place, “Panch Pokhari” refers to “Five lakes” in the local language. Wow, isn’t that amazing? Of course, it is obviously astounding to visit such natural splendor and that within a destination. And additionally, the trek features Tilman Pass, a high-altitude pass standing tall at 5,320m above sea level as well. Tilman Pass is named after Harold William "Bill" Tilman, an English mountaineer and explorer. Altogether, the Panch Pokhari – Tilman Pass trek is an elongated and audacious expedition dedicated to the passionate and enthusiastic trekkers eager to explore these unseen treasures on Earth.
A Quick Introduction
Panch Pokhari – Tilman Pass trek is a trip full of eye-dazzling sceneries and jaw-dropping panoramas along with thrills and tingling. Whereas, the deep insight into the lifestyle and culture of various ethnic groups including Tamang, Magar, Sherpas, Gurung, Rai, Limbu, and so on is also an important aspect of this trek. Moreover, the diverse and unusual climatic and geographical assortment is certainly noteworthy.
Our Journey
The walk up to our destination i.e Panch Pokhari and Tilman Pass is accompanied by the lush bushes, striking waterfalls, suspension bridges, and cultural hamlets with mesmerizing sceneries of the Himalayas in the backdrop. The region of Panch Pokhari is encompassed by the numerous Himalayas which are Langtang Himalayan Range, Jugal Himalayan Range, Mt. Dorje Lakpa, Mt. Phurbi Chyaachu, Mt. Madiya, and others. Besides, lots of historical places, religious places, Caves, and naturally beautiful lakes are other significant entities for the noble experience.
Langtang National Park is one of the important aspects of Panch Pokhari – Tilman Pass Trek. Trekkers shall walk thru this protected area and should have issued a special permit to enter this very province. There are hundreds and thousands of species of wildlife, birds, and vegetation, and among them are some of the rarest and extinct as well.
Janai Purnima Festival and Pilgrimages
Panch Pokhari – Tilman Pass Trek is an implausibly mind-boggling and divine trek that is visited by many Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimages every year. Especially during the Janai Purnima festival of the Hindus which is celebrated in the month of August, Panch Pokhari is visited by thousands of pilgrims from Nepal, India, and other nations practicing Hinduism. And the Panch Pokhari region is globally recognized as the ninth high wetland of the globe which is still unspoiled by urbanization. Hence, the Panch Pokhari – Tilman Pass Trek is one of the ideal options for those looking for a spiritual, tranquil, and picturesque trek.
Eligibility and Best Time
However, the journey is not that simple for everyone. The trek is comprised of off-the-beaten tracks, narrow and cosy pathways, several high passes and requires hours of walks every day. Thus, previous experience and proper physical fitness with daily exercising routine are highly recommended to be compatible with this trek. Panch Pokhari – Tilman Pass Trek can be organized anytime around the year but during winter and rainy seasons, the trail is riskier and more complicated due to the cold and rain as well as the obscuring weather is not worthy to enjoy a whole lot of trek. So, we do recommend to plan your trek during the months of autumn and spring for a proper trekking experience of Panch Pokhari – Tilman Trek.
Equipment Checklist
Equipment lists for 18 days Panch Pokhari – Tilman Pass
HEAD
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses
Head Torch
Suncreams(40+) and Lip Balms
UPPER BODY
Cotton t-shirts and thermals
Fleece jacket
Waterproof jacket
Down jacket
LOWER BODY
Lightweight cotton pants (long)
Waterproof pants
Inner thermals
FEET
Thin inner socks (3 pairs)
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Comfortable hiking boots
Shower sandals
HANDS
Gloves (Cotton and Waterproof)
Creams
Sanitizer
ACCESSORIES
Sleeping bag rated to -10°C +
Trekking bag (Rucksack)
Duffel bag
Large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag)
Trekking poles (optional, recommended)
Water bottle or camel bag
Toiletries and Tissue Papers
First Aid Kits
Personal Regular Medicines
Knee Caps
Bandages
Ointments
Blister Tape
MISCELLANEOUS
Medicines: We recommend you to bring your regular medicines; we will provide first aid kit from our side.
Light-weighted Towel
Swiss Knife
Passport and extra passport photos
Water Purifying Iodine Tablets, Drop or Sterilizer
