Tilicho Lake Trek in November 2026: find trekking partners

Tilicho Lake Trek in November: what to expect

November is the second half of the autumn season. Skies stay mostly clear and the air is dry, but temperatures fall, especially at night and at altitude, and lodges at the highest stops get quieter towards the end of the month. Days are shorter, so plan to walk early. Early November is still busy, and flights and rooms need booking ahead. A warm sleeping bag and layers matter more than in October. Finding a partner is still straightforward, especially for trips that start in the first half of the month. Compare lodge prices and bed availability before you leave Kathmandu, since the higher stops thin out as the season ends.

Tilicho Lake in November is cold but clear. The lake can start to freeze around its edges, nights at Tilicho Base Camp are very cold, and lodges shut towards the end of the month. Early November is the better part of the 10-day plan.

General seasonal guidance, not a forecast. Conditions change year to year; confirm weather, flights and trail status with your guide or lodge before you go.