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Tharpu Chuli (Tent Peak) Peak Climbing

Posted by: Admin | Date: February 13, 2010

Situated in Annapurna Sanctuary in the Annapurna Himal, Tent Peak is locally known as Tharpu Chuli. It was nicknamed "Tent Peak" by Jimmy Roberts in 1956. The peak lies at an altitude of 5663mt. above the sea level. Located in the heart of Annapurna Sanctuary, the peak is among the few snow-clad summits at this height in Nepal. The peak is best suited for the beginners. It offers an ideal opportunity for those who want to summit a Himalayan peak fearing of giving a try to the higher peaks as a Himalayan debut. Besides, it also provides an interesting climb combining with glacier travel, face climbing and tip-toeing on knife ridges. No doubt, a climb on this mountain offers an unparalleled view of the entire Annapurna Sanctuary, a breathtaking circle of hanging glaciers and moraines surrounded by some of the highest peaks on earth. The normal route follows the North-West Ridge to the summit; however, it can also be climbed via the South-East Ridge as well as South-West Face.

Fact File
Destination: Tharpu Chuli (5663m.)
Minimum altitude: 919m.
Maximum altitude: 5663m.
Season: Spring & Autumn
Transportation: Bus or Airplane
Duration: 21 Days
Entry: Pokhara
Exit: Pokhara

Climbing Itinerary:

Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) which takes about seven hours. You can also fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara which takes about 25 minutes.

Day 02: Trek from Pokhara (915 m.) to Nayapool (1050m.) by car, which takes approximately one and a half hours drive. Now, you begin your trek from Nayapool (1050m.) to Tikhedunga (1577 m.). Via Birethanti (1065m.) which takes about four and a half hours.

Day 03: Trek from Tikhedunga to Ghorepani (2675 m.) which takes about six hours. To begin your trek, you could ascend steeply for the early 2 hours and then ascend gently passing through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti, Magar villages.

Day 04: Trek from Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3180m.) to Tadapani (2675m.) which takes about five and a half hours. Early morning trip to Poon Hill (3232m.) to enjoy the sunrise view over Himalayan range. After breakfast trek Ghorepani to Tadapani (2650 m.).

Day 05: Trek from Tadapani (2675m.) to Ghandruk (1950m.) which takes about three hours. It is very easy trek by descending gently all the way through rhododendron, oak and other kinds of dense forests.

Day 06: Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2040 m.) which takes approximately four hours.

Day 07: Trek from Chhomrong to Dovan (2540m.) which takes about 6 hours.

Day 08: Trek from Dovan (2540m.) to Machapuchere Base Camp (3700m.) that takes about 6 hours.

Day 09: Trek from Machapuchere Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp (4130 m.) which takes about four and a half hours.

Day 10: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Tent Peak Base Camp which takes about five hours.

Day 11: Trek from Tent Peak Base Camp (4,800m.) to High Camp (5,200m.) which takes about five hours.

Day 12: Rest at Tent Peak High Camp. This is an acclimatization day.

Day 13: Climb Tent Peak Camp I.

Day 14: Summit the Tharpu peak (Tent peak) and back to high camp

Day 15: Trek from High Camp to Annapurna Base Camp which takes about six hours.

Day 16: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Dovan (2630m.) which takes about 5 and a half hour.

Day 17: Trek from Dovan to Jhinudanda (1750m.) which takes about 5 and a half hour.

Day 18: Trek from Jhinudanda to Pothana (1600m.) which takes about 6 hours.

Day 19: Trek from Pothana to Dhampus Phedi and drive from Dhampus Phedi to Pokhara by car, overnight stay at hotel in Pokhara

Day 22: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist mini bus that takes about seven hours. Or, you can fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu and it takes about 25 minutes.