Tent Peak Climbing

Duration: 18 Days / 17 Nights
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Strenuous
  • Style: Peak Climbing
  • Transportation: Tourist Bus, Car & Airplane
  • Meals: BLD (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
  • Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge &Tent
  • Group Size: 1-15
  • Max Altitude: 5,663m/18,579ft

Highlights of Tent Peak Climbing

  • Annapurna Sunrise View Trek
  • Gurung and Magar ethnic villages of Annapurna region
  • Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp trek
  • Lifetime experience of peak climbing in Nepal
  • Stunning vistas of the Northern Himalayas including Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m)
  • Moderately challenging trekking trails
  • Natural hot spring pool of Jhinu Danda

Tent Peak Climbing is a lifelong memory to experience the natural wonders and cultural varieties. Peak climbing in Nepal is one of the activities that the adventure lovers are interested in doing. Hundreds of thousands daredevils fly to Nepal every year for doing peak climbing and trekking as well. Among 1,310 peaks above 6,000m, 326 are categorized as the trekking peaks of Nepal.

Tent Peak (5,663m) is one of the most popular trekking peaks located in the Annapurna Himalayan Range. Also called Tharpu Chuli, it is often combined with Annapurna Base Camp trek. However, you can also do it without Annapurna Base Camp trek (4,130m). You can also reach the base camp of Mt. Fishtail (6,993m) for the stunning vistas of the Pokhara Valley and snowy mountains.

You can relish the breathtaking vistas of Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m) Himalyan Ranges. While walking through the dense forests of Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), you come to see many species of flora and fauna. If you make Tent Peak climbing in spring, the entire forests are covered with colourful rhododendron flowers. The entire Annapurna Sanctuary looks not different from a bride on her wedding day.

This trekking and peak climbing in Nepal lets you witness the lifestyle, typical culture and tradition. This part of Annapurna region trek is populated by Gurung and Magar communities. Apart from socio-cultural aspects, you can taste their cuisines during the voyage. This package includes Annapurna Sunrise View Trek (Ghorepani Poon Hill trekking) as well.

From the summit of Tent Peak, you can enjoy the captivating sites of snowcapped peaks of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Massifs. Mt. Machhapuchhre and other many snowy peaks of the Northern Himalayas also welcome you with their splendid beauty. The other peaks visible from the Tent Peak Summit are Baraha Shikar (7,647m), Kangshar Kang (7,485m), Tarke Kang (7,193m), Gangapurna (7,455m) and Hiunchuli (6,331m).

This trek, mountaineering and expedition, begin from Nayapul of Pokhara and ends at the same point. The journey to Tharpu Chuli takes you along the moderately challenging trail. You move further through Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Tadapani and Chhomrong all Gurung villages. Ulleri, which is famous for its 3,000 stone staircases, is one of the largest Magar villages in this region.

Before beginning to climb Tent Peak, you trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp. While going back towards Pokhara, you go across Bamboo and Jhinu Danda by spending the nights. Jhinu Danda is worth a visit for its natural hot spring pool that heals the body pain and skin diseases, if any.

One of the most reliable trekking agencies in Nepal, Orbit Alpine Adventure has designed Tent Peak Climbing 18 days’ itinerary. For more details, click www.orbitalpineadventure.com.

FAQs:

1. Where is Tent Peak?

Tent Peak (5,663m) is one of the most frequently climbed trekking peaks of Nepal located in Annapurna region. It is closer to Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp which can be done easily from the lake city Pokhara. The formal journey of Tent Peak climbing begins from Nayapul, Pokhara. From Kathmandu, you can reach in 25 minutes by air and by bus, it takes around 6 hours.

2. How high is Tent Peak?

The elevation of Tent Peak is (5,663m/18,563ft) from the sea level.

3. How far is Tent Peak from Kathmandu?

Tent Peak is located in Annapurna Sanctuary close from the Lake City Pokhara. You can reach Pokhara by air or bus as well. The flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara takes around 25 minutes whereas the drive takes 6 hours. From Pokhara, you can reach Tent Peak within 10 days by walking less and taking rest more. You can do this peak climbing in Nepal without combining Annapurna Base Camp trek.

4. Is it hard to climb Tent Peak?

No, it is not. Tent Peak is 5,663m high that one can climb to its summit without prior climbing experience. However, final part from High Camp to Summit may feel a bit more challenging. You have to start the journey to the summit little after midnight with the help of the headlamp. You have to cross some crevasses with the help of the ropes and other climbing gears as well. Tent Peak climbing in winter is really strenuous but the Sherpa team leader assists you do it. The climbing guide trains you to use the climbing gears and gives you the required technique to successfully measure the summit.

Day to Day Itinerary

OPEN ALL DAYS Outline Itinerary

On your arrival day, the crewmember of Orbit Alpine Adventure welcomes you at the Kathmandu International Airport. Then, he relocates you to the hotel booked for the accommodation. After becoming fresh, you can take a short walking around the tourist hub, Thamel.

  • Meals: Welcome Dinner
  • Accommodation: Three Star Hotel
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft

Today, the tour guide of the agency takes you for an outing around the Kathmandu Valley. You visit four of the seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites located in the Kathmandu Valley during the excursion. You go around Pashupatinath Temple, Patan Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa (the Monkey Temple) and Bouddhanath Stupa. In the evening, the Sherpa guide tells you all about the itinerary of Tent Peak Climbing.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Three Star Hotel
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft

After breakfast, your journey towards the lake city, Pokhara begins in a tourist bus or a private jeep as per the provision. You move further along the Prithvi Highway by enjoying the mesmerizing view of Manaslu region, Annapurna region and attractive landscapes. After reaching Pokhara, you visit the major attractions of the city like Lake Side, Phewa Lake, Tal Barahi Mandir and so on.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Three Star Hotel
  • Place: Pokhara
  • Altitude: 900m/2,953ft
  • Time: 6 Hours

Today, you are going to begin the trekking in Annapurna region formally right from Tikhedhunga. From the hotel, you drive until Nayapul and then walk along the banks of the Modi Khola. By crossing Birethanti and Hile Village, you reach the rest station for the night.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Tikhedhunga
  • Altitude: 1,577m/5,174ft
  • Time: 5 Hours

As soon as you have your breakfast, you follow the trail that goes past Ulleri. Ulleri is one of the largest Magar cultural villages of Annapurna region. It is famous for the 3,000 stone staircases; the slatted roofs and clean surrounding. Besides that, one can have the amazing sunrise and sunset view of Annapurna (8,091m) Himalayan Range from here. Then, the trekking track continues along the rhododendron and oak forests. By crossing Banthanti Village, you reach Ghorepani, which is one of the remarkable Gurung ethnic villages of Gandaki Province. 

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Ghorepani
  • Altitude: 2,850m/9,350ft
  • Time: 6 Hours

This is one of the most interesting days of the whole Annapurna Tharpu Chuli Climbing trek. You are going to witness the best sunrise view of the world from Poon Hill (3,200m). Ghorepani Poon Hill trek, also known as Annapurna Sunrise View Trek, is one of the must-do activity in a lifetime. From the top of Poon Hill, you relish the splendid sunrise view of the snowy peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri (8,167m) Himalayan Range. After getting the lifelong memories of the splendid sunrise view, you return to Ghorepani. Taking breakfast, you follow the trail going along the thick forests of rhododendron and oak trees towards Tadapani.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Poon Hill
  • Altitude: 2,540m/8,333ft
  • Time: 7 Hours

Today’s journey begins after you have breakfast by enjoying the morning view of the natural assets all around. By walking along the thick forests, you reach Gurjung Village. It is also a Gurung ethnic villages in which most of the males serve in the British and Indian Army. You can talk to the friendly people to know more about their lifestyle, culture and tradition. Moving ahead through the easy and well maintained track, you reach Chhomrong Village. 

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Chhomrong
  • Altitude: 1,950m/6,398ft
  • Time: 6 Hours

For the first few hours, you continue along the banks of the Chhomrong Khola to reach Khuldighar. Thereafter, the trail takes you into the lush woodlands, you reach Dobhan for the night station. Crossing Sinuwa Village, you move forward along the bamboo forests to reach Bamboo Village. Then, the trail moves through the thick rhododendron and oak trees, you reach Dobhan within two hours.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Dobhan
  • Altitude: 2,430m/7,972ft
  • Time: 7 Hours

You start the trekking after having breakfast by following the trail that goes along the banks of the Modi Khola. On the way, you cross Himalayan Hotel and then, Hinku Cave to reach Deurali. Hinku Cave used to be the night station for the travellers during salt trading between Tibet and Nepal.

By crossing the avalanche prone section, you march further towards Machhapuchhre Base Camp. Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993m) is one of the highest virgin peaks in the world. Mt. Fishtail (6,993m) Base Camp gives you the majestic view of Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna I (8,091m) & III, and Gangapurna.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Machhapuchhre Base Camp
  • Altitude: 3,700m/12,139ft
  • Time: 5 Hours

Today, you follow the trail that goes past the bamboo forests and Annapurna Sanctuary. By enjoying the mesmerizing view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri (8,167m) Mountain Ranges, you reach Annapurna Base Camp at the end. When you reach the destination, you can walk around the base camp of Annapurna Massif for acclimatization. This helps you to climb Tent Peak easily.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Annapurna Base Camp
  • Altitude: 4,130m/13,550ft
  • Time: 3 Hours

Having breakfast, you walk uphill icy trail from Annapurna Base Camp to (Tharpu Chuli) Tent Peak Base Camp. You have to go past some Himalayan passes and glacial moraine. But, you can enjoy the stunning view of Himalayas above 6,000 metres. After about five hours’ walk, you reach the base camp of Tent Camp (also called Cave Camp).

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Camping
  • Place: Tent Peak Base Camp
  • Altitude: 4,600m/15,092ft
  • Time: 5 Hours

Today’s trekking from base camp to High Camp of Tharpu Chuli is quite challenging. To walk along the steep track, you may have to use some climbing gears as well. We recommend you to follow the instructions of the team leader. After you reach High Camp, you enjoy the enthralling view of Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna, Machhapuchhre and other unnamed peaks. 

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Altitude: 4,900m/16,076ft
  • Time: 4 Hours

Today gives you the most awaited moment of Annapurna Tent Peak Climbing package. To reach the summit of Tent Peak, you should begin the trip as early as you can. The strong winds and snowfalls may obstruct your mission of reaching the summit in the morning or day time.

The first part of the trekking from High Camp to Tent Peak is easy but the other quite challenging. When you reach the summit of Tent Peak (Tharpu Chuli), you see the breathtaking view of glaciers, mountain peaks, landscapes and rivers all around! Capture the moments in your camera and the mind as much as you can!

After making the dream of peak climbing in Nepal true and getting the rewards of the challenging trek, you descend to High Camp. As the trail is snow-covered, you should walk carefully to avoid any accidents. 

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Camping
  • Place: High Camp
  • Altitude: 5,663m/18,579ft
  • Time: 8 Hours

Today, from the base camp of Tent Camp, you trek down towards Machhapuchhre Base Camp. The natural waterfalls, dense forests and Himalayan views of Mt. Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, etc., make your journey more memorable. Finally, you reach Bamboo for the night station.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Bamboo
  • Altitude: 2,310m/7,579ft
  • Time: 7 Hours

Today’s trekking trail goes across the lush woodlands of rhododendron, oak and bamboo trees. On the way, you might encounter some species of birds and animals inhabiting in the forests of Annapurna Sanctuary. Jhinu Danda is famous for natural hot waterfalls that people believe taking bath in this water can cure skin diseases. You can take a bath in the naturally hot shower to recover from travel fatigue.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Jhinu Danda
  • Altitude: 1,760m/5,774ft
  • Time: 7 Hours

After breakfast, you begin the retreat journey follwoing the banks of the Modi Khola until Kyumi Village. After that, the trail moves through the dense forests of rhododendron and oak trees and reaches Syauli Bazaar. Then, you cross Birethanti to reach Nayapul from where you catch a bus or private jeep for Pokhara. You can walk around the lake city Pokhara in the remaining time. You can also celebrate the success of Tent Peak climbing to make this Nepal tour a lifelong memory!

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Three Star Hotel
  • Place: Pokhara
  • Altitude: 900m/2,953ft
  • Time: 7 Hours

Along the Prithvi Highway that connects Kathmandu and Pokhara, you continue the journey today. After arriving in Kathmandu, the representative transfers you to the hotel. After becoming fresh, you can visit around Thamel Bazaar to buy handcrafted items. You can purchase garments or souvenirs to present to the people in your home back. In the evening, we invite you to a farewell dinner party at a cultural restaurant around Thamel.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, farewell Dinner
  • Accommodation: Three Star Hotel
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft
  • Time: 6 Hours

In this way, your Annapurna Base Camp Tent Peak Climbing 18 days’ itinerary has come to an end. Therefore, the representative of the trekking agency transports you up to the Tribhuvan International Airport as per your flight schedule. 

  • Meals: Breakfast