Tharpu Chuli, or Tent Peak Climbing, has considered the snow-clad peak, offering climbers chances to summit the Himalayan peak for their debut peak climbing. Peregrine takes you to this great peak at the heart of Annapurna Sanctuary.
The peak climbing journey is an exciting climb that comprises glacier travel and tip-toeing knife ridges. It offers an unparalleled view of the magnificent Annapurna Region. Tent Peak Climbing with Peregrine Treks will be the most satisfying experience of your life. Tent Peak Climbing on the Annapurna Region’s south side offers the most nuanced view of sky-touching mountains and undeniably outstanding natural components. Tent Peak Climbing is the perfect choice for beginners and experienced climbers. The breathtaking vista of the western mountain ranges will wow you. With a height of more than 5000 meters, Tent Peak Climbing will be your ideal peak climbing option.
Overview
Tharpu Chuli, Tent Peak is more central in the Annapurna Region than the last few peaks mentioned. If you want to view Annapurna up-close and personal, then this is your trekking peak. Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna South (7219m), and various other peaks of the Annapurna Range are all laid out before you once you reach the top of Tent Peak. Unlike the last few, this trek is often combined with the Annapurna Base Camp trek, a slightly different trek that takes you into the Annapurna Conservation Area, which is an ecological wonder in itself. If you are ready for the transition from an ardent trekker to an amateur mountaineer, this peak is for you.
Trip Highlights
- Spectacular views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges.
- Diverse terrain, from lush forests to rocky alpine meadows.
- Cultural interactions with Gurung and Magar villages.
- Trekking and non-technical mountaineering combined.
- Glacier travel experience.
- Breathtaking sunrise views from the summit.
- Rich cultural heritage, including monasteries and prayer flags.
- Chance to spot Himalayan wildlife during the trek.
- Stunning views of Annapurna I and Machapuchare (Fish Tail) and many other snow-clad peaks.
- Trek through the famous Annapurna Conservation Area.
Itinerary
As you land in the Tribhuvan International Airport,of Kathmandu and complete all necessary formalities, you shall be welcomed to this enchanting Himalayan nation by a representative of Everest Alpine Trekking. You shall then be dropped off at your respective hotel room where you can take off your shoes and just loosen up a bit. Later you can go out and take a stroll around the Thamel area which is a mainstream touristic point where you can get many shops and cafes of your liking. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.
Today is a day scheduled entirely for sightseeing and preparation purposes so after having our usual breakfast, we shall start our day with an excursion on the Hindu shrine of Pashupatinath Temple to the Buddhist pilgrimages of Boudhanath and Swayambhunath Stupas the sightseeing has a lot of ancient heritages. Other heritages where we can go are the surrounding Durbar Square, a complex with the royal palace, unique temples, and several artifacts. Later we visit Everest Alpine Trekking’ office towards the evening and meet our climbing team and additionally associated members. At our meeting, we will talk about what we can anticipate on our excursion and get our arrangement of climbing gear checked. Now you shall return back to your hotel room for your need to rest at night and pack for the following day’s excursion. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.
Rise and shine fellow trekkers, cause this day brings a new destination insight for us. Today we set off for Pokhara at a young hour in the morning on a tourist vehicle which shall make your drive as comfortable and smooth as possible. For the most part, our drive will be following a route along the Trishuli River. Pokhara is prevalently named as “the lake city” inferable from the vast number of lakes the city gloats. Furthermore, the perspectives of the Himalayan tops from Pokhara are astonishing. We can explore Phewa Lake in the late evening and appreciate a vessel ride on its tranquil waters. Stay overnight at Pokhara.
Today we move in deeper into the Annapurna region to Naya Pul as we drive for about 60 minutes to reach Naya Pul from where we begin our trek. After achieving Birethanti, we trek tough on the trail to Ghandruk getting a charge out of all-encompassing perspectives of the mountains. We go by lovely towns and appreciate the provincial way of life of western Nepal. We traverse Khumnu Khola lastly achieve Ghandruk. From the town, we get a decent perspective of Machapuchare, Annapurna South, and the Hiunchuli mountains. Stay overnight at Ghandruk.
We move for 60 minutes up to Ghandruk and afterward a precarious plunge takes us to the Kimron Khola. After another precarious rising from Kimron Khola, we stroll around an hour on a simple trail. At that point, we take a lofty climb proceeding up to Chhomrong. Towering over the town is the powerful pinnacle of Annapurna South with Machapuchare confronting it over the valley. Chhomrong is a delightful town situated on the lap of the monster Annapurna gigantic. Stay overnight at Chhomrong.
With the overnight destination of Dobhan, we shall move away from Chhomrong village today. After having our breakfast, the trail moves along the Modi Khola abandoning occupied foothills. We traverse Chhomrong Khola and achieve Sinuwa subsequent to strolling for some time. From here, our way is on a moderate level trail. We go through some thick rhododendron backwoods up to Khuldighar. At that point, we drop on soak stone strides into rich bamboo and rhododendron woodlands, at last achieving Dobhan. Stay overnight at Dobhan.
From Dobhan we stroll on a trail nearby Modi Khola. We go through Himalaya inn and Hinku Cave before achieving Deurali. On today’s short outing we likewise need to stroll on a little area that is inclined to torrential slide. The short trek will permit us to adjust to the high elevation and plan for the following day’s outing. After about a thirty minutes’ stroll from Deurali, we will end up amidst a streambed encompassed by mammoth snow-shrouded mountains. The climb to Machapuchare Base Camp is fairly strenuous yet the unfurling perspectives of the superb Machapuchare are unquestionably justified, despite all the trouble. We appreciate taking a gander at Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, and, obviously, the Fishtail or Machapuchare itself. Stay overnight at Machapuchare Base Camp.
In the wake of awakening, we take after the valley trail in a consistent climb. The trail adheres to a rough precipice and is some of the time soaks. We stroll on a to some degree level way for some time before climbing to Machapuchare Base Camp. From here we get fabulous perspectives of Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gandharvachuli, and Gangapurna mountains. We then turn left and start rising tenderly to the Annapurna Base Camp. Amid our rising, we can appreciate the dynamite perspectives of the Himalayan display. Strolling further we achieve the base camp of Mt. Annapurna and it is astounding. We are encompassed by superb pinnacles and the main route into this territory is through the chasm we just climbed. Stay overnight at ABC.
There will be a short preparation today. Our climbing pioneer will discuss what we can anticipate amid the Tent Peak climbing. There will likewise be an essential preparation on pinnacle climbing methods and the most ideal approaches to use the climbing riggings, for example, ice hatchet, climbing boot, bridle and to go here and there utilizing ropes. Moreover, we additionally find out about bunches and apparatuses. We recommend that the preparation will help support our certainty guaranteeing a fruitful summit of the Tent Peak. We can spend whatever remains of the evening going for short climbs close by and rest. Stay overnight at Machapuchare Base Camp.
We push forward on a trail close by the Modi Khola. Subsequent to strolling for quite a while, we see the South Annapurna Glacier on our right side. The trail from the icy mass paves the way to the base camp of Annapurna South. In any case, we advance straight and cross an extension and proceed additionally up until we achieve the Tent Peak Base Camp. Stay overnight at Tent Peak Base Camp.
We rise on a precarious trail to the Tent Peak (Tharpu Chuli) High Camp. We are destined to utilize settle rope and protective caps while climbing today. We rise on a 50-60-degree soak way for around 2-3 hours and stroll on an icy mass of 30 degrees. From the High Camp, we get all-encompassing perspectives of Hiunchuli (6,441m), Annapurna South (7,229m), Annapurna I (8,091m), Machapuchare, and others. In the wake of setting up the high camp, we spend the rest of the day finding the encompassing ranges and getting ready for the summit. Stay overnight at High Camp.
We start our excursion to the summit around 2-3 am in morning. We stroll on a divider shake for around 2 hours and afterward we stroll on level snow for 60 minutes. Next, we get on a precarious incline of 70 degrees (100m). At that point, we stroll on a level trail for around 30 minutes and achieve the summit of Tent Peak/Tharpu Chuli. We jump on settle ropes to achieve the last summit. Subsequent to overcoming Tharpu Chuli, we return by a similar course to the high camp. Stay overnight at High Camp.
From the high camp of Tent pinnacle, we slip to Machapuchare base camp. We utilize a similar trail that we had utilized already. Subsequent to arriving at Annapurna Base Camp, we shall take a genuinely required rest as of now we have successfully triumphed over the glorious Tent Peak (Tharpu Chuli). Stay overnight at Annapurna Base Camp.
Today, we descend further down from the Annapurna Base Camp. After having our breakfast, we now start trekking down to lower altitude to the village settlement of Bamboo. So we continue plummeting down in light of a similar trail we utilized to ultimately arrive at Bamboo. We can appreciate perspectives of waterfalls and go through woods absorbing awesome perspectives of Machapuchare and Hiunchuli mountains. Stay overnight at Bamboo.
From Bamboo, we rise to Kuldi Ghar and after that to Sinuwa on a sharp trail. We take after the stone strides that prompt Lower Chomrong. At that point, we rise on the thousand stone strides that will take us to Upper Chomrong. From Chomrong we plunge to Jhinu Danda. While here we can unwind on a characteristic hot spring which is just 15 minutes from where we are remaining. Stay overnight at Jhinu Danda.
We start our trek after breakfast and stroll on a trail close by the Modi Khola. We stop for lunch in Kyumi town. After lunch, we trek to the Syauli Bazaar and after that down to Birethanti. From Birethanti, we trek for 60 minutes and reach Naya Pul. The trek shall finish at Naya Pul as we are to take a drive back to Pokhara from Naya Pul and reach Pokhara in around 60 minutes. Upon reaching Pokhara, you shall be escorted to your respective hotel rooms where you can Stay overnight at Pokhara.
After breakfast, we begin our drive back to Kathmandu. The majority of our excursion will be close to the Trishuli River. In the wake of achieving Kathmandu, we can a take rest or make up for lost time with a minute ago trinket shopping. We go to a goodbye supper facilitated to commend our effective move of the Tent Peak, otherwise called Tharpu Chuli, in Nepal. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.
Our exhilarating and fascinating 18 days’ trek to the Tharpu Chuli Peak comes to an end today. A representative of Everest Alpine Trekking, shall transfer you to the airport 3 hours prior to your flight. So we shall wish you a pleasing journey back to your home nation and hope that we have managed to give you a satisfying trip worth your time and effort here in the Himalayan nation of Nepal.
Cost Includes
- Airport pick-up, drop-off, and hotel transfers.
- Guided sightseeing tours in the Kathmandu Valley.
- 3,Accommodation in hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara, teahouses for trekking, and tented camps for climbing.
- Meals provided throughout the trekking and climbing duration.
- All ground transportation as outlined in the itinerary.
- An experienced team, including an English-speaking climbing guide, cook, assistant climbing leader (one assistant guide for every five trekkers), and Sherpa porters.
- All required paperwork, including trekking and climbing permits.
- Provision of a t-shirt, and trekking map.
- High-quality mountaineering equipment, such as North Face or Mountain Hardwear tents, mattresses, and kitchen gear.
- Travel and emergency rescue arrangements.
- Welcome and farewell dinners.
- Comprehensive medical kit.
- All applicable government and local taxes.
Cost Excludes
- Nepal visa fees and international airfare.
- Charges for excess baggage.
- Accommodation and meals in Kathmandu due to early arrival, late departure, or early return from the mountain for any reason.
- Altitude chamber or supplemental oxygen.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Personal climbing gear.
- Personal climbing guide available upon request.
- Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, bar bills, bottled/boiled water, showers, and similar costs.
- Gratuities for the trekking and climbing crew members.
FAQS
Tharpu Chuli Peak Climbing is considered a technically moderate climbing peak. It involves ascending steep snow and ice slopes. Previous climbing experience and good physical fitness are recommended.
Yes, you will need to obtain an Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and a Trekking Information Management System (TIMS) card. Additionally, a separate climbing permit is required from the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA).
The best time to climb Tharpu Chuli Peak is during the autumn (September to November) and spring (March to May) seasons. These months offer stable weather conditions and clear views of the surrounding mountains.
The total duration for Tharpu Chuli Peak climbing typically takes around 15-23 days. This includes the trek to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC), acclimatization days, and the climb itself.
During the trek to Tharpu Chuli Peak, you will find teahouses and lodges for accommodation along the trail. However, while climbing the peak, you will need to set up tents for overnight stays.
Climbing Tharpu Chuli Peak requires basic mountaineering equipment such as crampons, ice axes, harnesses, helmets, and ropes. It is recommended to hire or bring your own equipment from reputable sources.
While it is not mandatory, it is highly recommended to hire experienced guides and porters for Tharpu Chuli Peak climbing. They can provide assistance with navigation, safety, and logistics, allowing you to focus on the climbing.
Solo climbing is possible, but it is highly recommended to have prior climbing experience and a good understanding of mountaineering techniques. It is always safer to climb with a team or experienced guides.
Tharpu Chuli Peak climbing involves risks such as altitude sickness, avalanches, and unpredictable weather conditions. It is important to acclimatize properly, follow safety protocols, and be prepared for emergencies.
There are rescue services available in the Annapurna region, but it is always recommended to have travel insurance that covers emergency evacuations. Make sure to check the coverage and details with your insurance provider.
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