Located in the wilderness of the Langtang region in Nepal, Tilman Pass Trek stands tall with an attitude of 5320m. It was named after the British adventurer and explorer H. W. Tillman (1898-1977) who explored the Himalaya in the mid-20th century. Tilman Pass is one of the toughest mountain passes of Nepal that connects the Tamang valley of Langtang with the sacred lakes of Panchpokhari while featuring continuous views of the Himalayas including the Langtang Himal range and Jugal Himal range.
Tilman Pass Trek starts from Syabrubesi, which is the main gateway of all the Langtang region treks. Heading through the rhododendron forests in the Langtang National Park, you get the fascination of rare flora and fauna. First, the trek covers the outstanding Langtang Valley, where you can experience the ethnic culture and traditions of the Tamang people. In a way, they are close to the Tibetan Buddhist culture. Crossing the Langtang region, it connects to the Panch Pokhari trekking trail.
The Holy Five Lakes became the prime attraction thereafter. Again, the trek goes through the pine and rhododendron woods. Then you can walk up to Chautara, the district center of Sindhupalchok. Then you drive back to Kathmandu and end the whole trip. For professional assistance, contact Everest Alpine Trekking. We are always committed to offering the best services for our clients with authentic information.
The Tilman Pass Trek was first trekked by Major Harold William “Bill” Tilman, a European explorer and climber when he first explored in 1949. Later, this route between Langtang Valley and Panch Pokhari (Five Lakes) was given the name Tilman Pass, which goes through a 5320-meter high-altitude mountain pass in Nepal. Tilman Pass Trekking lies in the Langtang region of Nepal, which is closer to the Kathmandu Valley. It is one of the adventurous treks in this region that goes through the ethnic Tamang valleys and ultimately through the adventurous trail over the Langtang Valley and Kyanjin Gompa. These areas are famous for the red panda and snow leopard, along with the Himalayan attractions of Langtang Himal, Naya Khanga, Yala Peak, Ganesh Himal, Langshisa-Ri, Gaurishanker, Dorjelakpa.
Trip Highlights
- Ganjala Pass & Remote Villages:Cross hidden high-mountain passes and interact with villagers living in some of the most untouched parts of Nepal.
- Jugal Himal & Ganchenpo Views:Gaze upon snow-draped peaks like Kanshurum, Urkinmang, Ganchenpo, and Dorje Lakpa.
- Langshisha Glacier:Traverse one of Langtang’s most majestic and isolated glacial landscapes.
- Tamang Heritage & Kyanjin Gompa:Immerse yourself in the authentic culture and hospitality of Tamang communities and visit one of the region’s oldest Buddhist monasteries.
- Sacred Panch Pokhari (Fifth Lake):Discover the five holy lakes, revered by Hindus and Buddhists alike. Learn more about the mystical Fifth Lake in our detailed blog.
- Trisuli River Valleys:Trek alongside gorges and rivers flowing from the Langtang glaciers.
