Teri la pass Trek

Major Attractions of Teri La Pass Trek

Less Crowded Remote Trail:

Teri La Pass Trek takes one through some of the most remote and less-explored trekking trails of Nepal. It will take you to the restricted area of Upper Mustang, and give you an as raw as well as virgin touch of the Himalayas.

Tibetan Buddhist Culture:

The trek offers glimpses of authentic Tibetan Buddhist culture-you get to see some really old monasteries, observe the traditional Buddhist rituals, and you will be discussing teaching and meditation with local monks. The traditions and customs that prevail in this area are really a century-old without any kind of interruption, providing the chance of spiritual elation.

Lo Manthang – The Walled City

It crosses through Lo Manthang, an ancient walled city in Upper Mustang, famously referred to as the “Kingdom of Lo.” This is a historically and culturally rich city with Tibetan Buddhist heritage. The architecture and the centuries-old monasteries are some of the journey’s highlights.

Teri La Pass (5,595m)

The most challenging yet rewarding high passes in Nepal is Teri La Pass. Situated at 5,595 meters, crossing this pass offers an incredible sense of achievement. The trail provides a panoramic view of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and other peaks.

Diverse Landscapes

It exposes one to different topographies, from arid, desert-like landscapes in the Mustang to lush green valleys. Because of the contrast of barren cliffs against snow-capped peaks, it is a visual feast in every sense.

Sacred Muktinath Temple

It also covers the pilgrimage to Muktinath Temple, a sacred shrine for both Hindus and Buddhists. It lies at 3,800 meters and has 108 water spouts, with the eternal flame that has been burning for centuries.

Sky Caves of Mustang

Containing over 10,000 intriguing man-made cave formations along and within the cliff faces, still believed to serve purposes for meditation and burial grounds, it surely adds weight from a historical archaeological point of perspective to this particular trek.

Teri La Pass Trek Route

The Teri La Pass Trek starts with your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport at Kathmandu. After the sightseeing of a few UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu, you will drive beautifully to Pokhara. You take an early morning flight from Pokhara to Jomsom, which is the gateway of Upper Mustang-a place where this trek originates.

First day of trekking, it takes you to Kagbeni, a beautiful village lying on the banks of the Kaligandaki River. The trail then follows its course, gaining height slowly toward Chele and then on to Syangboche with its rugged topography past quaint villages. You cross the Yamda La Pass and then head toward Lo Manthang to explore the ancient walled city, monasteries, and Tibetan-influenced culture.

From Lo Manthang, it treks up to Yara and Luri Gompa, an ancient cave monastery. A little further on, the journey reaches even more remote areas with approaches to high altitude areas close to Teri La Pass. Teri La Pass at 5,595 meters is actually a rather demanding part of the trek; however, the great views make up for it.

The track then crosses the pass and descends down to Nar Phu Valley- a very remote and a beautiful place with Tibetan style villages and grand landscape. You further trek via Meta and Koto to reach Dharapani, where you meet the popular Annapurna Circuit route. You get back to Kathmandu via Besisahar on drive, end.

Health and physical requirements for Teri la pass Trek

Teri La pass trek is most challenging and adventurous trekking route for the trekking so require high level of physical fitness .Two months before the fixing the date of the trek the trekkers has to enhance their physical ability power or immune power by doing exercise daily .Those who are new trekkers they can practice hiking or just jogging, swimming daily, cycling during staying at home before the treks. Minimum the trekkers have prepared their mind 5-6 hours of walk during trek. For people with knee problems we recommended them to bring proper knee support which is used especially, during returning otherwise it create problems .Along with this trekkers have to wear their hiking boots properly to be safe from blisters .Those trekkers who are more prepared, reasonably fit, active, regularly participating in adventure sports, enjoy walking they will enjoy the whole trekking trails of the Teri La pass trek.

Food and Accommodation in Teri la pass Trek

Food and accommodation is all provided through the package. The stay in the Kathmandu will be at hotel based on your level of preference. Then on the way you will stay at the community houses, tea houses and lodges from Besisahar enjoying local cuisine. You will stay on the tent and camp at upper altitude in the Teri La pass so we will prepare our own food by guide till the final level of ascend and descend till to the lower altitude or permanent residence area. The days on the camp will normally depends on the level of your fitness and health.

Necessary Equipment’s Teri la the treks

There are many necessary equipment that trekkers have to carry during the treks. During the Teri La pass trek trekkers can stay at stars to local level hotels at Kathmandu and Pokhara. On the way they have to stay at local community house or tea house enjoying local cuisine but some places they have to stay on tent doing camping because at upper altitude we can’t find any permanent residence house so that trekkers have to carry necessary equipment and materials according to their stay .The necessary materials needed during the treks are as follows.

Best Time for Teri La Pass Trek

This is very crucial and depends largely on weather and climatic conditions. Considering that the altitude and the place of trekking are high and remotely located, choosing the right season is quite crucial with regard to safety and enjoyment on this trek. However, the time of trekking is mostly dependent upon subjective factors, which vary in personal preference about the weather condition around Mustang-Manang areas.

Spring Season:

The spring seasons are the best for the Teri La Pass Trek because of the temperature conditions, ranging between 12 and 20 degrees Celsius, quite comfortable for trekking. Landscapes are so vibrant; rhododendons in bloom in the lower regions and lush greenery everywhere. This season offers crystal-clear skies and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain ranges, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu.

Summer Season:

Although Nepal sees heavy monsoon rain during the summer, the Upper Mustang and Teri La Pass are a rain shadow part of the country, so one can go on trekking there. Mustang is dry with great desert landscapes, while temperatures range from 13 to 20 degrees Celsius; hence, it’s an ideal period for trekking. Yet, it is fair on the part of trekkers to know that random rainfalls at lower elevation do occur prior to reaching parched landscape of Mustang.

Autumn Season:

The other perfect time for the Teri La Pass Trek is during autumn. This post-monsoon season comes with clear skies, offering great mountain views. The temperature ranges moderately from 10 to 18 degrees Celsius, quite suitable for trekking. During this time, the trails will also be dry, and cultural festivals in Nepal-like Dashain and Tihar make the experience richer. It is considered a peak trekking season; therefore, it receives moderate to high traffic in mainstream trails.

Winter Season:

Winter is absolutely not recommended for the Teri La Pass Trek because of really cold temperatures that sometimes touch -25 degrees Celsius in the high altitude parts. Moreover, crossing Teri La Pass would be quite tough as heavy snowfall takes place and locals migrate downwards to places like Pokhara and Kathmandu. Along the Lower Mustang, the trekking in solitude and experiencing the thrilling moment, the trekkers can go by wearing proper winter trekking gears and tools.

Typical day in Teri La Pass Trek

The normal trekking day starts with early morning breakfast which helps to conquer the energy level throughout the day. Normally, trekking starts at 8 am for about 6 to 7 hrs per day. Frequently, one needs to stop and rest as the scenery is breathing while one needs time for acclimatization.

Normally, at noon, people take the largest part of the daytime resting for lunch at any beautifully available viewpoint and local tea houses where one can get rest and start refreshing for continuance of a trek, since the latter half of time will be spent in gradual ups and downs according to a route.

They will have arrived at a place where they would take an overnight rest by 4 to 5 pm. The rest of the time is just for relaxation; sometimes exploring the villages or monasteries nearby, followed by an early dinner about 6 to 7 pm. Meals include a mix of both local and international cuisine, with ingredients sourced and prepared locally.

Night: Spent teahouse/camping site-varied by local condition. Having dinner, having free time of trekkers for social gatherings, reading books and being well-known next day’s planning after dinner would definitely keep oneself sleep, since tomorrow again some great adventurous acts have to perform.

Guide and Porter System of Teri la pass Trek

The Teri la pass Trek is the perfect choice for anyone looking to experience the natural beauty of Nepal. Whether you are traveling with colleagues, friends, or family, this trek is sure to be an unforgettable adventure. While it is possible to trek independently, please note that foreign tourists are required by regulations to have a guide and porter.

We provide highly qualified and experienced guides and porters who are fluent in English and renowned for their politeness and friendliness. Our team will introduce you to Nepalese culture and traditions, and if necessary, we can arrange for a translator to assist you.

Our trekking package is for 12 days and is best suited for group trekking. Since we need to carry warm clothing and personal belongings, we provide porters. However, each porter is allowed to carry only 20 to 25 kg, so it is important to pack efficiently.

The number of guides and porters we provide will depend on the size of the group as follows:

Please note that our guide and porter services are tailored to the number of trekkers in your group to ensure the best experience for you. With our team of experienced guides and porters, you can be confident that you will have a safe and enjoyable trekking experience.

Acclimatization in Teri La Pass Trek

From 60 to 8849 meters above sea level, the topography of Nepal varies which gives rise to variable climatic conditions. Teri La Pass Trek varies in altitude from 1000m to over 5500m above sea level, hence, acclimatization is a part of the trek.

We can say that above 3000 meters, altitude sickness may be a problem we might have to deal with. Our team of experts is committed to the good acclimatization of trekkers by adopting the policy of gradual ascent. Plenty of fluids, such as water, hot soup, and tea, must be taken to help avoid altitude sickness. Time will be provided in the schedule for the proper acclimatization of the body. Even physically fit people can develop altitude-related symptoms, and hence we plan the trek with daily ascents from 300 to 1000 meters to minimize risks.

The safety and health of our trekkers come first, and hence we will take every precaution to make this a safe yet unforgettable experience.

Trekking Difficulties in Teri La Pass Trek

The Teri La Pass Trek is rated as difficult due to the high terrain, steep ascents, and descents that are involved in trekking; it is also very remotely located. Several reasons account for the rating of the difficulty order of the trek, which includes the following:

Altitude: The altitude of the trek is over 5500 meters at Teri La Pass, and altitude sickness could easily set in. It requires proper acclimatization to deal with the low level of oxygen.

Weather and Climate: The weather is unpredictable, cold, and with strong winds at high altitude. Heavy snowfall in winter normally shuts off most of the trail.

Topography: Steep ascent, rugged trails, river crossings, and glacier tracts are part of this trek. Narrow paths in parts of the trek.

Remote Location: Teri La Pass Trek is in a part of Nepal which is less visited by trekkers; teahouses and other facilities are not easily available. It is camp-based in most areas where lodges are not available.

Even though it has a number of setbacks, the experience is quite rewarding with great views of the Annapurna and Mustang unique landscapes and remote trekking. This experience, coupled with adequate preparation in terms of physical fitness on such treks and guidance, would definitely be a bonus.

Teri La Pass Trekking Permit

Trekking, generally, in Nepal requires permission under conservation for nature and culture. Teri La Pass Trek entails the following multiple permits:

Trekker’s Information Management Systems Card: It is required for all the trekkers trekking in Nepal. These can be taken in Kathmandu or Pokhara, the Nepal Tourism Board.

Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP): As parts of this trek involve crossing through the Annapurna Conservation Area, one has to issue it. Costs: around 3000 NRP, which would also include one passport-size photograph.

RAP: Teri La Pass is a restricted region and one needs to get a special permit. The cost of a RAP for 500$/pax/first 10 days, every subsequent day $50 extra will be charged to a person. This trek has to be done with a registered trekking company; alone it is not allowed.

These permits ensure a balance in the sustainability of the trekking regions of Nepal at the same time as providing access to one of the most remote and beautiful treks of the country. Proper planning and obtaining necessary permits in advance are immensely crucial for smooth and enjoyable trekking.

Electricity and Communication on Teri La Pass Trek

You will be getting 24/7 electricity and internet services if you are in the urban areas. Your trek journey might face some power cuts in the rural village parts. You will be asked to pay extra cost in few teahouses or lodges where you stay because it is remote and they have to pay more for electricity and internet services. As this is at a higher altitude, the accessibility of electricity and internet will be very minimal during the trek. It looks better to recharge all your electronic gadgets at the tea houses or lodges wherever possible.

ATM and Currency Exchange

There are so many ATMs and currency exchange centers at Kathmandu and Pokhara cities, from where the tourists can have Nepalese currency quite easily. Many of these facilities will be very poorly available in rural areas along the trekking route. So, only Nepalese rupees will be acceptable in those areas. The trekkers will have to change over to the Nepalese currency in lieu of foreign exchange before embarking on a trek. Adequate local currency goes a long distance in purchasing all items of basic food, water, and supplies. The local money changers in Kathmandu or Pokhara can be contacted to efficiently sort this out for you.

Graceful Adventure Travel’s Pool of Experts to Operate Teri La Pass Trekking

Graceful Adventure Travels Pvt. Ltd. is a fully registered and recognized adventure travel company based in Nepal. We specialize in providing exceptional trekking packages for travelers worldwide who seek to explore the breathtaking Himalayas.

Our commitment to excellence assures the safety and unforgettable moments of trekking. Our experience guides, assistant guides, and porters try their best that your trekking becomes pleasant and memorable. Furthermore, in order to enhance your trek easier and thus enjoyable, well-managed, and exciting, different services and facilities have been rendered.

From arrival in Nepal until completion of the trek, we assure you of personal services that cater to comfort, safety, and convenience. We also offer other ways of going around Teri La Pass: via helicopter tours, jeep tours, and biking packages.

Tipping System in Nepal

Tipping is a way practiced in Nepal as an act of gratitude to the service people. However, this is absolutely optional. Accordingly, trekkers may also tip if they feel like tipping as this solely depends upon the level of satisfaction they have received. Tips are normally offered at the end of the trek; however, trekkers can also offer tips to the hotel staff/lodge employee whatever they receive satisfactory service.

This amount is dependent on the service quality, time, and personal satisfaction. The tips are not obligatory but a tradition. If due to some financial constraints, tipping isn’t possible then verbal ‘Dhanyavad’ will also work as gratitude.

Booking Process for Teri La Pass Trek 

How to Book a Package: Browse to the company website and select the Teri La Pass trek package. You get all the information about the itinerary, inclusions, exclusions, and the price of the trek. Incase you are having any query then you can contact our customer support team.

Personal and Group Information: Correct personal and group information in the online booking form should be provided after booking confirmation. Failure to do so may cause problems during the trek.

Confirmation: We verify the details on receipt of the booking form from you through our representative. Call within 24 hours thereafter. A standard agreement mentioning the terms and conditions will be provided to you. Please go through it carefully, and in case you fail to understand or have any misunderstanding, you can ask.

Advance Payment: We require an advance payment of 20% of the total cost of the package to confirm the booking. For online payments, we take it through our secure online gateway where major credit and debit cards are accepted. We also provide bank transfer details for those who need it.

Booking Confirmation: When we receive the advance payment and signed agreement, we confirm your booking by the issue of a receipt of payment. An inclusive itinerary, packing list, and all essential information are forwarded to assist in preparations for the trek.

Pre-Trek Briefing: In collaboration and discussion face to face with or online, before the trek concerning the itinerary, safety measures, and other important points to make sure that planned and safe trekking is undertaken.