Tent Peak Or Tharpu Chuli (5663m) is perhaps the most attractive and visually gratifying trekking peaks in the Himalaya. The summit is almost flat carrying a massive chunk of rock, ice and along snow ridge. Its location right in the Annapurna range makes it even more exciting. Many climbers opt for Tharpu Chuli not just of the challenge it presents but also for a variety of attractions it offers.
Because of low height as compared to other trekking peaks and its accessibility, Tent peak is considered one of the most popular and easiest trekking peaks to climb. Anyone who knows use of ice-axes, ropes and glacier walking will be enough to reach to the summit.
Summit of Tent Peak rewards the superb views of Annapurna Himalayan ranges including Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Gangapurna, Mt. Fishtail among others. The traditional settings of villages and the warm culture & hospitality of Gurung community will be an added bonus.
On your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, you will be greeted with flower garlands/Khadas. Our representative will then take you to your hotel. If time prevails, you will visit office for paperwork.
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Today, you will visit popular world heritage monuments in Kathmandu including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath, and Pashupatinath. Alternatively, you can also choose Bhakatapur and Patan sightseeing. By late afternoon, you will drive back to your hotel.
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After early morning breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel and taken to the tourist bus station. Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about seven hours. The drive will take most of our morning time, leaving much of the afternoon to get a warm glimpse of Pokhara Valley and its beauty. If you choose to fly, you can reach Pokhara in 25 minutes. There are several flights from morning to afternoon available from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
Pokhara is the tourist's paradise with full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist monasteries and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and many other mountain peaks.
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From Phedi you begin your trek to Pothana (1900m), which is a small Gurung village surrounded by pine and rhododendron forests. You can see close up views of Lamjung and Annapurna Himal. The trail ascends all the way to Pothana through forests till you reach the village called Dhampus. It is a Gurung village with magnificent views of Annapurna ranges, Lamjung Himal and Manaslu.
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While trekking from Pothana to Jhinudanda (1760m.) the trail ascends gently to Deurali and further to Bherikharka through forested path. You then follow a flat path till you arrive at Landruk village. The path you follow include terrace fields and numerous green hills till Landruk and this section is really exhilarating as you pass through many local villages rich in culture. From here the trail descends to Modi Khola (stream) and ascends gently all the way to Jhinudanda.
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The trail is steep up through terraces from Jhinudanda to Chhomrong. Passing Chhomrong, the trail descends along a stone staircase and crosses the Chhomrong Khola on a wooden bridge, then climbs out of the side valley. High above the Modi Khola on its west bank, the trail passes through the tiny settlement of Bhanuwa in forests of bamboo and terrace fields and passing through a few small settlements. Climbing further through a rocky trail you reach three hotels at Sinuwa, at 2350m. We keep on climbing through rhododendron forests to Kuldi Ghar (2520m). This was once a location for British sheep breeding project. In winter, it's common to find snow anywhere from this point on. Descend a long, steep stone staircase into deep bamboo and rhododendron forests. It is then a short distance on a muddy trail to Bamboo Lodge (2340m.).
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Trek from Bamboo to Deurali (3230m.)gently ascends through bamboo forests with varieties of rhododendron and oak trees. The first town you reach is Dovan (2630m.) where there are few lodges and camp sites. Now you pass through muddy trail which traverses high above the river. It takes approximately twenty minutes to reach Deurali.
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The path follows through alpine forest. After a short trek, you begin to approach Machhapuchhare Base Camp. From here, you can see the panoramic views of several snow capped mountains.
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Annapurna Base Camp is a vantage point to see the Himalayas at a 360 degree turn. Some of the impressive ones include Mount Hiunchuli (6441m.), Annapurna South (7229m.), Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna III (7555m.), Gangapurna (7454m.) and Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.) etc.
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You cross Annapurna glacier to follow the steep ascent trail all the way to Tent Peak Base Camp. On the way you can enjoy the panoramic views of Hiunchuli (6441m.), Annapurna South (7229m.), Annapurna I (8091m.), Fishtail Mountain, Barahashikhar Mountain and many others.
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The trail is a steep ascent all the way to High Camp. This day you can enjoy the panoramic views of Hiunchuli (6441m.), Annapurna South (7229m.), Annapurna I (8091m.), Fishtail Mountain, Barahashikhar Mountain and many others.
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Summit Tent peak (Tharpu peak) of 5663 meters, and descends back to Tent Peak Base Camp takes about 7 hours.
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The trail moves steep down until you reach Annapurna Glacier, and after crossing it you reach Annapurna Base Camp where you can stop for lunch. Today, you will further descend to Machhapuchhre Base Camp.
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Descending down to Bamboo is very scenic.
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The trail goes steeply up to the Kuldi Ghar and now the trail is quite flat until you reach Sinuwa. The trek then gradually descends to the Chhomrong Khola and you have to follow stone staircase for almost an hour to reach Chhomrong. 1 hr further down will take you to Jhinu Danda. You can visit a natural hotspring in Modi Khola, which is 20 minutes hike from Jhinu Danda.
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Ghandruk is one of the most popular Gurung villages in Annapurna region. You will drive from Ghandruk village to Pokhara via Nayapul (New Bridge). The first one and a half hour stretch from Ghadruk to Nayapul is over a graveled road and the next one and a half hours to Pokhara is along paved road.
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If you choose to fly back to Kathmandu, it takes about 25 minutes. There are several flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara from morning to afternoon.
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As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer from your hotel to the airport for your final departure.
Mountaineering Equipments
Crampons, Ice axe, Helmet, Harness, Lock and unlock Carabineers, Shovel, Climbing pack, Rope, Ski poles, Desender/abseil device, Jummer (Asender) , Tapes, Prusik Loops, Rappel device, Hand Warmer (if possible)
Clothing and Wears
Trekking shoes with spare laces, Mountaineering Boots, Plastic or leather for mountaineering boots, Gore-Tex pants, Long shorts, Insulated Parka, Jumper, Waterproof Jackets, Down Jacket, Fleece Vest, Wool cap, Neck Gaiter, Gloves, Climbing Socks, Thermal Underwear, Sandals, Snow Goggle
Essential Gears
Backpack, Duffle bag, Sleeping Bag, sleeping pad, Tents
Gadgets
Map, Compass, Camera, GPS, Two way radios, Binoculars, Head Lamp, Flashlight
Sun Protection Items
Sun glasses, sun scream, Lip balm
Medical
First aid Kit (Brufen / Ibuprofens, Antibiotic, Diamox, Paracetamol, Handy Plaster, Crack Bandage, Tincture Iodine, etc.)
Other Essentials
Energy Bars, Water bottle, Water Purification Tablets, Toiletries, Trekking poles, Pocket knife, raincoat, Satellite Phone, Altimeter
