Kapuche Glacier Lake Trek

Annapurna

Kapuche Glacier Lake Trek

Trek to the world's lowest-altitude glacier lake at just 2,546m. Kapuche Glacier Lake sits at the base of Annapurna II with turquoise waters and floating icebergs — an extraordinary sight accessible even to beginners.

Easy4 days2,546 mMar–May, Sep–Dec
Photo: Wikimedia Commons
Duration
4 days
Max altitude
2,546 m
Permits
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP), TIMS Card
Accommodation
Teahouses and local lodges
Network
Variable by village and carrier
Drinking water
Available at lodges; purification recommended
Budget
USD 250-650

Overview

Trek overview

Long-form route context for planning, pacing, and realistic expectations.

Trek to the world's lowest-altitude glacier lake at just 2,546m. Kapuche Glacier Lake sits at the base of Annapurna II with turquoise waters and floating icebergs — an extraordinary sight accessible even to beginners.

This itinerary is synced from TrekGuard mobile app data and includes 4 planned days, 32 km of walking, and 1,700 m of total elevation gain.

Highlights include World's lowest glacier lake (2,546m), Floating icebergs & turquoise water, Annapurna II & Lamjung Himal views, Sikles — largest Gurung village.

Itinerary

Daily route plan

Day 1

Pokhara to Sikles

0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 1,980 m

Scenic 2–3 hour drive from Pokhara to Sikles, one of Nepal's largest and oldest Gurung villages. Explore the village's unique architecture and culture.

Day 2

Sikles to Hugu Goth

6 hrs / 12 km / sleep 2,100 m

Trek through a mix of rocky paths, steep sections, and dense forest. The trail passes the Yedi waterfall and offers glimpses of wildlife in the Annapurna Conservation Area.

Day 3

Hugu Goth to Sikles

6 hrs / 15 km / sleep 1,980 m

Early morning trek to Kapuche Glacier Lake (2,546m). The turquoise lake sits beneath Annapurna II glacier with floating icebergs and occasional avalanches visible from the surrounding peaks. Return to Sikles via Hugu Goth.

Day 4

Sikles to Pokhara

0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 820 m

Drive back to Pokhara (2–3 hours).

Map

Interactive route preview

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Day-by-day itinerary is available below. GPX/KML for this trek will appear here when published — always verify the trail locally before walking.

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Duration
4 days
Altitude
2,546 m
Updated
2026

Route files are planning references only. Always follow current trail conditions, local notices, and guide advice.

Packing checklist

Use a mobile-friendly checklist for clothing, electronics, medicine, documents, and trail gear.

Altitude and safety

Prepare before pushing higher.

Climb gradually and take acclimatization seriously.

Check weather, wind, and daylight before long days.

Descend and seek help if altitude symptoms worsen.

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