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Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli Trek & Climb

An adventurous climb in the heart of Annapurna Sanctuary

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Overview

Eco Himalaya Treks & Expeditions presents one of the most exciting adventures in the heart of the massive Annapurna Himalayas. Explore and enjoy the dramatic adventurous feat on top of Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli Trek & Climb.The shortest adventure around the Himalayas of less than two weeks on Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli Trek & Climb.  The Tent Peak, also called Tharpu Chuli is listed in NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association). Tent Peak rises at the height of 5,663 m or 18,575 feet high above the beautiful and picturesque Annapurna Sanctuary.Annapurna Sanctuary and Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli are surrounded by an array of Annapurna ranges of peaks. The main highest is Mt. Annapurna-I at 8,091 m, the world’s 10th tallest peak with its massive range.

Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli Trek & Climb is an interesting region to experience. Where walk starts from low sub-tropical to cooler high hills and then reaches the arctic zone of ice and glaciers.An amazing place around the whole Himalayas, beyond one imagination and expectations. Walking from warm paddy fields, and cool forested paths to a high and cold mountainous region. The great and unique diversity in a short duration of time is truly a place of great natural wonders.Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli Climb grade as PD + means “Per Difficule” with plus.
A straightforward climb with some tough technical effort to negotiate to its summit. Although the peak is less than 6,000 m but quite challenging to venture the climb. Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli Trek & Climb leads you to the most magnificent country within the massif Annapurna Himalaya Mountain range.

Starts with a short exciting drive from scenic Pokhara city, reaching near Jhinu village and then on the high trail. Reaching a lovely Gurung village at Chomrong, the last permanent human settlement, other places on the route are temporary places. Just to cater to the travelers visiting Annapurna Sanctuary and base camp, an enjoyable walk down and ups into a dense forest. As the trail follows to Modi River gorge from the small settlement of Bamboo, Dovan to Machhapuchare Base Camp / MBC. From MBC entering into picturesque Annapurna Sanctuary, where trees drop into mountainous terrain enclosed within towering snow peaks. The walk leads to the end of the sanctuary at Annapurna Base Camp, the only base camp in the whole Himalayas. Has a facility of nice cozy lodges for trekkers and adventurers, located right beneath the world’s 10th highest Mt. Annapurna-I.

Includes close views of Vara Shikar, Gangapurna, and Annapurna South, Tent Peak, or Tharpu Chuli with an array of peaks. Staying at Annapurna Base Camp our true adventure starts from here heading towards remote hidden corners of the sanctuary.The walk leads across the massive flow of ice fall, moraine, and glaciers towards Tent Peak base camp, having time for acclimatization.As well as for climbing practice and exercise, then getting ready for the final feat, the climb of Tent Peak. From base camp with one more High Camp to make the climb easier and accessible. After final preparation then follow our lead guide, climbing across ice and snow and encountering steep rocky ridges.All members will be supported on the main ropes, then with a final push reach the summit of Tent Peak. On top feeling in high spirit with time to enjoy the spectacular panorama of surrounding snow peaks.

Overlooking as far as Mt. Dhaulagiri in the far west with the whole of Annapurna Himalaya range. Descent on the same safe route to Tent Peak base camp and enjoy the last overnight in tented camp. From the isolated corners at Tent Peak base camp, walk on the same trail to Annapurna and Machhapuchare base camp.
The return journey down to Deurali, Bamboo and up at Chomrong village, and then reaching Jhinu a place with natural hot spring. Enjoy the last overnight in refreshing warm pools near Jhinu village, and then head back to beautiful Pokhara. At Pokhara is a lovely place to conclude our overwhelming marvelous adventure on Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli Climb Trek & Climb.

Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

On first arrival at Kathmandu and Nepal International Airport received by our guide and staff with traditional greetings. Taking care of your baggage, and then a short drive to the hotel, located in the heart of a city near the exciting areas at Thamel. Check into your lovely rooms, after getting refreshed from the Jet-Lag, join in with other members for group briefing.Provided by your guide or Group Leader, offering information regarding the trek, climb about the hotels and local lodge.As well of local culture with do’s and don’ts, evening a group welcome dinner in a nice authentic Nepali Restaurants. Entertains the environment with folk cultural program as introduction to Nepalese heritage and culture.

Day 2Tour of Kathmandu heritage sites of great interest.

Morning after breakfast, at given time our city and cultural guide will receives you at the hotel. A short drive to the hub of Kathmandu city, for exciting tour of old Durbar Square / Palace Courtyard. The area is teemed with life and activities, a great way to soak into Nepalese cultures. Visiting historical and religious monuments listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites most of the ancient buildings.After an interesting time at Durbar Square, a short drive to Nepal’s most important landmark, the Swayambhunath Stupa of more than 2,600 years old history. A Buddhist monument tucked on a hill top west of the city, from here visit the Hindu holy temple of Pashupatinath. The tour continues to large dome Stupa of Bouddhanath, as well known as ‘Little Tibet’. A great place to enjoy the tour of the world’s largest Stupa with all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha.Enjoying the day tour, transfer back to hotel rest of the afternoon preparation for the trek and climb packing the right gear.

Day 3Fly or drive to Pokhara 860 m (30 mins by air)-06 hours on road.

Depending upon the trip cost where flight or drive included, as per the size of a group either travel by private car, coach or in regular Tourist Bus to Pokhara.An interesting overland journey and the best way to observe Nepal’s rural farm life, as drive heads beyond Kathmandu valley. Views of snow peaks along the drive following the Trisuli River for some hours. As drive diverts due west then reaching at beautiful city in Pokhara by the serene Phewa lake side.Where most good hotels, shops and restaurants are located, an exciting place for overnight stop.
(Options for short flight of half hour to Pokhara from Kathmandu)

Day 4Drive to the start point, trek to Chomrong village 1,951 m - 06 hrs.

Morning enjoy the views of Annapurna Himalayas along with breakfast, and then a short drive takes you beyond Pokhara city. On reaching Nayapul town drive follows the Modi River to a long bridge near Jhinu village to start the walk.The trail follows uphill facing beautiful landscapes of terrace fields, and into a cool forest as walk continues through farm villages. Finally the first day trek ends on reaching at a large village of Chomrong for overnight stop, check into a nice lodge.Chomrong the gateway and the last permanent village on route to Annapurna base camp and Sanctuary. A lovely settlement of Gurung people the main tribes of Southern of Annapurna region interwoven to Buddhism religion and culture.

Day 5Trek to Dovan 2, 130 m via Bamboo 2,050 m - 06 hrs.

Morning walk leads down for a short while, on crossing the Chomrong stream, with steep climb on stone steps. As walk reaches at Sinuwa Danda, a small place on a ridge top with few lodges and shops. After a refreshing break walk on winding forested path with short downhill to a nice clearing at Bamboo.
A settlement with number of lodges close by the Modi River amidst forest of rhododendron, pines and bamboo. Possible lunch stop in one of its best lodge restaurants, afternoon few hour walk uphill into a dense forest.After a good climb then reaching at Dovan, a small settlement with few simple guest house and lodge. Situated on a gorge of a Modi River, enjoy the overnight halt with the sound of a raging river flow.

Day 6Trek to Machhapuchare Base Camp 3,720 m -06 hrs.

From Dovan, morning walk leads a steep climb close to a waterfall as route leads above Modi River. Walk leads close to a large overhanging cave known as Hinko Cave close to a small settlement of Himalaya Hotel.Having a short rest, continue walk over a rock fall of old avalanche area of Huin-Chuli peak. As trail leads to short climb reaching a flat area at Deurali, a nice place with number of good lodges. Stopping here for lunch, from here onward tall tree lines fades for short alpine bushes and shrubs.A steep climb for few hour to Machhapuchare Base Camp, in short MBC, located at the bottom of Machhapuchare Himal. Popularly called as the Fish-Tail, the virgin and unclimbed peak, the area with few nice lodges for overnight halt.

Day 7Trek to Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 m - 04 hrs.

Morning faces the grand views of Annapurna-I with Annapurna South with Huin-Chuli peaks. Having breakfast, a short day walk of few hours to the main highlight of the adventure to Annapurna Base Camp. From here on entering the spectacular and beautiful Annapurna Sanctuary, enclosed by array of snow peaks.
As walk heads to a short climb on a grassy slope then reaching a flat plateau with Sanctuary. A slow gradual walk to Annapurna base camp, situated beneath towering mountain wall of Annapurna-I and Gangapurna Himal.A picturesque and highest spot of the adventure, enjoy the comfort of a nice lodge. Every room faces grand views of surrounding snow peaks, having lunch, afternoon at leisure to marvel the glorious mountain panorama.

Day 8Trek to Tent peak base camp 4,450 m / 14,600 feet-05 hrs.

After a wonderful rest and overnight in the comfort of a nice lodge at Annapurna Base Camp. From here onwards spending overnights in tented camp during the climb to the summit of Tent Peak. Having breakfast, then leave Annapurna Base Camp, heading towards far remote corners of sanctuary to Tent Peak base camp.
Walk follows down to crossing over moraine and glacier, climb on rocky path with icy stream around Annapurna glacier. As walk heads closer towards our destination facing views of Tent Peak or Tharpu Chuli with other high mountains.After hours of exciting walk and climb reaching a flat area to establish our base camp, setting tents on available ground. Afternoon enjoy relaxing and marvel the surrounding dramatic scenery, as well practice climb and checking gear and rest of the day marvel the scenic views.

Day 9At Tent Peak base camp for acclimatization and preparation.

Enjoy the free day after several days of continuous walks. This leisure day allows acclimatization as well to get familiar to the rough Himalayan terrain.
As well to immerse within its beautiful mountain backdrop, one can enjoy climbing practice on ice, rocks and snow. Our guide gets busy checking the best possible route for the climb, as well providing information regarding the climbing technique.

Day 10Trek to High Camp 5, 010 m - 03 hrs.

From the base camp climb towards the hidden gully in between moraine of ice and glacier. Then reach the bottom of Tent Peak where our High Camp is set for the climb. Due to the nature of technical difficulty to the summit, adding High Camp makes the climb more accessible. Rest of the day preparation for the Big Day! As well checking the gear and right equipment for the climb.

Day 11Climb Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli 5,663 m / 18,575 feed descend to Base Camp-08 hrs.

Start the climb as early as possible, having nice light breakfast carrying and getting equipped with the right gear. Required for the climb over a steep icy slope, which leads to a fairly straight-forward climb with some technical sections.Climb leads mostly on snowy slopes with vertical angle of 35° to 40° over few exposed rocky ridge. The route leads to tough Ice climbing, where our expert guide will fix ropes around necessary areas. Making the route of much safer and better to the summit of Tent Peak or Tharpu Chuli.The last phase of the climb leads to tough strenuous struggle, then using the full energy and final push. Then reaching the summit of Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli at 5,663 m and 18,575 feet high. From the highest spot of the adventure, enjoy spectacular panorama of surrounding snow-capped peaks. A breathtaking scenery to mesmerize, and then safely descent back to base camp for last overnight in tented camp.

Day 12Trek to Machhapuchare Base Camp MBC - 06 hrs.

Before leaving base camp of Tent Peak, after breakfast clear the camp taking care of garbage and leaving nothing except for your footprints. After packing and carry the garbage to hand over to dump at designated disposal sites or hand to the concerned authority. An easy good walk back to Annapurna Base Camp and then head down to MBC for overnight in a warm cozy comfort of a nice lodge.

Day 13Trek to Bamboo 2,050 m - 06 hrs.

After an enjoyable time of a life time experience standing in the heart of massive Annapurna Himalaya range of peaks.Return journey back to Bamboo a long descend encountering few short ups and gradual winding path.A nice place for overnight at Bamboo, after a long day walk from Annapurna Base Camp and the sanctuary.

Day 14Trek to Jhinu-Danda a place with hot spring 1, 700 m - 06 hrs.

Enjoying a pleasant overnight with the sound of a river, morning walk short climb towards dense tree lines. As walk follows on winding pleasant path to Sinuwa Danda, and then down to Chomrong River. On crossing a bridge with last steep climb to Chomrong village for lunch stop facing excellent views of snow peaks.After lunch a short climb and then down to Jhinu village, situated on a high ridge with several nice good lodges for last overnight halt. At Jhinu enjoy a refreshing warm dip and a bathe in its natural hot-spring close to the village.

Day 15Short last day walk and drive to Pokhara 860 m- 03 hrs.

Enjoy the breakfast on the high hills of Annapurna Himalayas, and then a short walk to a road-head. On ending the last walk of the adventure few hour drive to Pokhara, heading past villages and towns. As drive reaches Pokhara valley and the city area, and then transfer back to the hotel. After lunch rest of the afternoon at leisure for individual activities.

Day 16Fly or drive to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Depart from the hotel in Pokhara, for interesting overland journey back to Kathmandu on the same scenic highway. On reaching the hotel in Kathmandu by late afternoon, rest of day free for individual activities and shopping souvenirs. (Option for short flight of half hour to Kathmandu from Pokhara)

Day 17Free day in Kathmandu for individual activities.

A free day in Kathmandu after a tough hard climb to the summit of Tent Peak / Tharpu Chulu, enjoy the leisure for own individual activities or shopping souvenirs. Interested people can join in for another tour of Patan / Bhaktapur cities.

Day 18International departure for homeward bound.

Last day in Kathmandu and Nepal, as per your international flight time our staff transfer you to the airport. Then bid farewell to guide and staff as you enter the airport terminal for homeward bound flight. After an experience and great adventure to Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli Trek & Climb.

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      Major Highlights

      1. The shortest and exciting adventure trek and climb on top Tent peak.
      2. Enjoy the spectacular panorama of massive Annapurna Himalayan range.
      3. An adventure from low warm farm areas to artic zone of ice and glaciers.
      4. Explore the traditional mountain villages enriched with ancient cultures.
      5. On off the beaten trails to Tent peak from the famous Annapurna base camp.

      Short Trek Profile

      Trekking Mode

      Tourist standard to *** Hotels, in Kathmandu and Pokhara, local lodges on trekking with tented camp.

      Trekking Grade

      Moderate to Adventurous walks.

      Climbing Grade

      PD + (Per Difficule and plus) from French / Swiss Alpine Climbing Classification Systems.

      Activities

      Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu, exciting drive /options for flights, scenic walks and exciting climb.

      Start of trek / climb

      From Pokhara and Jhinu village.

      End of trek / climb

      At Jhinu village and ending at Pokhara with drive.

      Route of trek / climb

      Jhinu, Chomrong, MBC and ABC to Tent Peak.

      Return journey

      MBC, Bamboo, Chomrong and Jhinu to Pokhara.

      Trek & Climb

      11 Nights & 12 Days from Pokhara to Pokhara.

      Total Trip

      17 Nights & 18 Days from arrival to departure.

      Total Trip

      17 Nights & 18 Days from arrival to departure.

      Best Seasons

      The best seasons for Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli Trek & Climb, is in spring and autumn/fall. However one can visit nearly all year round, except the wet monsoon time of July and August.The main flow and high season are spring starting from March to May, where days are longer with enough sun-light hours. Lower areas below 1,500 m are much warmer throughout the day, but on high hills cooler air for pleasant walks and views.This is the time when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom, especially the rhododendron of various species from tall trees to shorter bushes. Morning and late afternoon till night time is cold from 2,000 m above, chances of light rain and snow-fall sometimes.The next best season is autumn/fall, the high time for trekking around the Himalayas. Most days are crystal clear for scenic walks and best views, but short days due to sun-light hours. Can be much colder from late afternoon till the next morning before the sun hits the area. Chances of snow-fall sometimes from 2,500 m high.

      What to Expect

      Nepal is a country of the world’s highest mountain range known as the Himalayas, where 80 % of landscapes are covered by hills. As well as greater ridges and mountains, where one can expect walking ups and downhill.The only flat land of the country is located south, which extends from the Far East to the Far West of Nepal. The low land is known as the Terai belt, of sub-tropical climate, the country with most mid and high hills.

      The people around the hills, especially around Annapurna Himalaya’s southern range and route Base Camp populated by Gurung the hill tribes of Annapurna Himalaya range. Practice Buddhism with ancient Bon a pre-Buddhism cult and religion. One can witness around the villages with every houses festooned with Buddhist with prayer flags.The lower areas of Annapurna Himalaya are heavily cultivated with paddy and other seasonal crops. The hills are cooler covered in beautiful rainforests and higher areas. The hills are lined with rhododendron, oaks, hemlocks, and pine trees.

      Nepal has more than 60 ethnic groups and 70 native spoken languages, with a blend of Hindu and Buddhism religions.On this trek expect more uphill and downhill walks, but with constant views of snow-capped peaks. Overlooking Annapurna and Dhaulagiri as far as Manaslu Himalaya range.

      Extension trips

      People with enough time in Nepal, can join in for various adventure sports activities in Pokhara. Likewise Paragliding, Ultra-Light Flight, Bungee Jumping, Zip Flyer, White water or scenic float Rafting. Other extension program is Mountain Biking for few days, and trip to Chitwan National Park for Wild-Life Safari.

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