Tharpu Chuli Peak Climbing (5663m) – 20 Days

Trip Facts

Duration 20 Days
Max. Altitude: 5663m
Activity Peak Climbing
Meals Breakfast, Lunch Dinner
DIFFICULTY Moderate to Challenging
Trip Starts Kathmandu, Nepal
Trip Ends Kathmandu, Nepal

Overview

Tharpu Chuli , also known as Tented Peak, situated at the heart of Annapurna Sanctuary/ Annapurna base camp is an attractive mountain which offers not only enjoyable climbing but also serves as one of the outstanding viewpoints of Annapurna massive. Despite its lowly magnitude, the summit offers superb panorama of Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Annapurna III, Annapurna V, Machhapuchhare (Fish tail), Hiunchuli, Singu Chuli and Gangapurna. A guided ascent of Tent Peak offers an excellent introduction into Himalayan mountaineering.

Itinerary

On this day we will have our representative from Nepal GoGo treks to pick you up from Tribhuwan International airport and transfer you to hotel of Kathmandu.

Have breakfast and we will go for Kathmandu sightseeing. We will visit monkey temple, bouddhanath , Kathmandu durbar square and have lunch in between Then Walk through Thamel street and Ason and then back to hotel and have dinner

Accommodation at Pokhara hotel

We will wake up early and drive to Pokhara on a tourist bus. We will have lunch on our way and we can see the best view on the way. Upon reaching Pokhara we will explore the most accessible and beautiful scenery and places.

We will drive for about an hour to reach Naya Pul from where we start our trek. Upon reaching Birethanti, we trek uphill on the trail to Ghandruk enjoying the panoramic views of the mountains. We will pass along various small villages and cross the suspension bridge over Khumnu Khola and finally we arrive at Ghandruk, a slope settlement with stone houses mostly inhabited by the Gurung people.

We will climb up for an hour up to Ghandruk and then a steep descent takes us to the Kimron Khola. After another steep ascent from Kimron Khola, we make an hour of easy walk. Then we take a steep climb continuing up to Chhomrong. Towering above the village is the mighty peak of Annapurna South, with the Fishtail Mountain (Machhapuchhare) facing it across the valley. Chhomrong is a beautiful village located on the lap of giant Annapurna massive

We will trek to Dobhan by crossing the suspension bridge and then trek up to Sinwa danda. The trail passes through thick forest and then we will descend passing through deep bamboo and rhododendron forest of Doban.

We will cross two streams over small bridges. The trail passes through solitary places.Then we will climb again to the Hinko Cave, an overhanging rock and climbing further arrive at Deorali and after about half an hour walk from Deorali, we will find ourselves in middle of river bed surrounded by giant snow-covered mountains. The hike to MBC is somewhat strenuous but the unfolding views of the majestic Machhapuchre are certainly a rewarding experience.

We will see the snow boulders melting and forming small streams. The path widens as we enter the Sanctuary, follows a stream, and then climbs to a few huts alongside a moraine. There are sensational views of the near-vertical south face of Annapurna towering above the sanctuary. Annapurna Base Camp sanctuary boasts of a dynamic view without anything impeding panorama of the 360 degrees. Savor the mesmerizing views of the Machhapuchre, Annapurna south, Annapurna I, Hiuchuli and other peaks. Climax of our trip almost ends today.

Today we will have a leisure day so we can either take rest or we can have a short hike. Our guide will give you training to climb the high camp.

We will cross the glaciated mountain passes descending onto Annapurna South Galcier from where we will follow the trail across the surface on the ice. Climb the moraine on the opposite bank of the glacier. Enjoy the views of the high mountains from 6000 meters to 8000 meters. Finally, we will arrive at the Tent Peak Base Camp which is a flat camping area.

Today, we will make a steep ascent to the Tent Peak High Camp enjoying the panoramic views of Hiunchuli (6441m), Annapurna South (7229m), Annapurna I (8091m), Fishtail Mountain, and other snow-capped high mountains. Climb the hill to a glacial bowl. After setting up the high camp, we will spend the remainder of the day discovering and making preparations.

We will get ready for the final push during the midnight by crossing the short glacier to reach the base of several snow flutings. Climb fixed ropes to the final summit ridge. As we get nearer the summit, a sharp top of Tent Peak (5663m / 18,580 ft) unfolds. After summiting, we will return by the same route to the high camp.

Today we will descend to the glacier and to Tent Peak Base Camp. Trek further down to the Annapurna Base Camp. Reaching the ABC, we take our lunch and relax.

We will get up early in the morning and savor the magnificent sunrise over the Himalayas from ABC. Afer taking breakfast, we start descending from ABC to MBC, Deurali, Doban and finally to Bamboo. Heading back down to the valley is much easier than climbing up. We will see the waterfalls that drop down from a high point to the rocks belows. Pass thorugh the forests with great views of Fishtail and Hiunchuli mountains.

From Bamboo we will make a steep ascent to the Kuldi Ghar and then to Sinuwa by following the stone steps that leads to Lower Chomrong. Then ascend on the thousand stony steps taking us to Upper Chomrong. From Chomrong we descend to Jhinu Danda. We get opportunity to enjoy hot springs lying just a 15-min walk from Jhinu Danda.

We will trek to Pokhara from new bridge and then to Kyumi village where we will have lunch. After that we will trek to Syauli bazaar and then to Birethanti. From Birethanti about an hours walk we will arrive at Nayapul from where we will take a vehicle to Pokhara.

After breakfast, we will start our drive back to Kathmandu. Better to hold on the left pane of the vehicle to enjoy the scenery through the route. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we get transferred to our hotel; and we spend the afternoon leisurely.

The trip concludes today. Our Airport Representative will drop you at the international airport in Kathmandu for your flight departure from Nepal.

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