Tent Peak or Tharpu Chuli climbing lies in the heart of Annapurna Sanctuary at an elevation of 5700 meters. This peak offers an ideal opportunity for those who want to summit a Himalayan peak. But who may otherwise be hesitant to try a higher peak as a Himalayan debut. Besides providing an interesting climb combining glacier travel, face climbing and tip-toeing on knife ridges. A climb on this mountain offers an unparalleled view of the entire Annapurna Sanctuary a breathtaking circle of hanging glaciers and moraines surrounded by some of the highest peaks on earth. The normal route follows the North-West Ridge to the summit. Although you can climb the mountain via the South-East Ridge as well as South-West Face. Tharpu chuli climbing is a new and overlooked climbing in Nepal.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
When you will land in Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu, check your hand bag, go to immigration office, make visa for your trip and get your suitcase, where outside our represented member shows you the board of our Company and your Name, transfer to the hotel. Our director meets you in the hotel and discusses about your whole trip. In the evening you will participate to experience typical Nepali food with cultural dance show.
Kathmandu Cultural Tour & Permit Arrangement
Kathmandu is the historical and cultural heart of Nepal and has been a popular destination for tourists ever since Nepal opened its doors to visitors. The city presents a wonderful mix of Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism and Western influence in the Valley. Patan and Bhaktapur, its two major neighboring cities bear immense historical, cultural and religious significance. There will be a full day guided tour to the famous and biggest Hindu shrine of Pashupatinath, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal Bouddhanath, Old Kathmanu city as well as Swyambhunath
Kathmandu-Pokhara, (Drive-6 hrs, 30 minute flight)
After having breakfast you will drive to natural city Pokhara by leaving historical Kathamndu. It takes six hour to reach in pokhara by private car. After check in the hotel, Phewa Lake is waiting you for boating. Your first glance goes to spectacular view of Machhapuchhre (6993m) that makes you awesome and overwhelming. In the evening, fresh walk to Lakeside to get good dinner in the typical restaurants
Pokhara to Birethanti to Ulleri. (2070m 5 hrs walk)
Walk through the lush, green Modi river valley; pass waterfalls with plunge pools that invite you to swim. You will ascend steep staircase to Magar village of Ulleri, Where you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the valley below and the peaks of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.
Ulleri to Ghorepani 2850m (5 hrs walk)
This is quite hard day for you. As the trail climbs higher, you walk up beside the local small waterfalls through refreshing cool oak and rhododendron forest to Ghorepani. All the way you should ascend where you will hide in the forest of rhododendron.
Ghorepani to Tadapani (2660m 6hrs walk)
This trail descends steeply through dense moss-covered forest rich with bird life. A short early-morning climb to the Deurali pass for a spectacular panorama over Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna, and to Tadapani for beautiful sunset views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare.
Tadapani to Chhomrung. (2030m 5 hrs walk)
The trail drops down from Tadapani, through dense rhododendron forest. From Ghandruk there are good views of the upper Modi valley. The route starts the long ascent high above the west bank of the ModiKhola, and continues up to the village of Chhumrung. Towering above the village is the mighty peak of Annapurna South, with the Fishtail facing it across the valley.
Chhomrong to Dovan (2920m 7 hrs walk)
We walk through the forest to KuldiGhar, before the route goes steeply down a bank of rock and then levels out, running through riverside bamboo thickets along the base of the gorge. Then the track winds steeply up through deep bamboo and rhododendron forest to the village of Doban.
Dovan to Machhapuchere Base camp (3720m 5 hrs walk)
The track remains on the west bank of the Modi, now flowing through a more open valley, and eventually emerges into the Sanctuary. Straight ahead is the high lateral moraine of the South Annapurna glacier and the Modi follows a deep cliff to the right. This is the site of Machhapuchhre base camp from which can be seen a spectacular panorama of mountains. We either camp here or continue northwest, staying above the glacial moraine.
Machhapuchere Base to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m 3 hrs walk)
The route begins on a broad grassy path, before climbing over lateral moraine and down to the beautiful ablation valley. We soon reach the British Expedition Annapurna South Face Base Camp (4234m.) The best views are probably obtained from the crest of the moraine, which we follow until it is cut through by the glacier flowing down from HimalChuli to the north.
Annapurna Base Camp to Tent Peak Base Camp
From here we will have short walking day as it is very important to avoid getting affected by the thinning of the air and get acclimatization to climb Tent peak. Our guide will give important and useful information about the situation on climbing Tent peak and about next day’s activities. From today the accommodation will be tented camp for next two days and you will be having camp food cooked by our professional cook.
Tent Peak Base Camp to High Camp
A short day in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning of the air, we take a short trek around high camp and get ready for our adventure for next morning.
High Camp to Summit & return to Base Camp
Today is our main adventure day, an early morning to climb Tent peak but it all depends on the weather. After safe trip to the summit we make our way safely down then day back to Base Camp.
Base Camp to Deurali
After having successful climb, we descend the path to Deurali. Today, we sleep in tea house of Deurali.
Deurali to Chommrung 2050m 6 hrs walk
The trail passes the small village of Khuldi Gahr, before continuing through rhododendron and bamboo fields to the Alpine-style village of Chhomrung
Chommrong to Jhinu Danda
Today we walk down to Jhinu Danda. Today is our very short day because of getting refreshment in Hot Spring to keep relaxation your body.
Jhinu Danda- Pokhara (3hrs walk, 3 hrs drive)
You will hike 3 hours to Siwi and catch car or bus to Pokhara.
Pokhara-Kathmandu, 6hrs drive or 30 minute flight 1300m.
You will drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu and overnight in the Hotel
Rest day/Shopping day in Kathmandu
Today is your rest or shopping day in Kathamndu.
Departure to Respective Destination
Our represented member from Adventure Mountain Club Treks and Expedition helps you for your departure to respective destination at Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu Nepal
Includes/Excludes
- All transport Bus/Car/Hiace according to group size
- Three Meals in Trekking (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and Tea /coffee)
- Tented Camp and all meals during the Camping period
- English Speaking Trekking Guide and Porters
- Professional Climbing Sherpa
- Trekking permit, Tims, All government Taxes
- Climbing Permit of Tent Peak
- All Camping Equipment required during the climb: sleeping tents/mattresses/kitchen tent/Toilet tent
- Insurance of Guide / Porters, their salary, equipment, food, lodge/Camp
- Climbing rope, Ice screws, Snow bars & Garbage deposit
- Twin Share accommodation in Pokhara and Kathmandu on BB basis,
- Sightseeing Fees of World Heritage Sights, Tour Guide in Kathmandu
- Medical Kits, Trekking bag,
- All Government Local Taxes
- International Flight,
- Nepal Visa,
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses (Laundry, bar bills, bottle water, Phone calls, extra room, boiled water, battery charge)
- Tips for Guide, porter & Climbing Sherpa
- Personal Gears for Peak Climbing
- Lunch/Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara (one day you will participate to share Nepali Thali with cultural dance show)
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