Tent Peak (Tharpu Chuli) - 17 Days

max altitude 5,663 m
Group Type 2-12
Trip grade NA
Min age 2-12

Tharpu Chuli peak known as a Tent Peak. Tharpu Chuli peak is the easier and popular trekking peak located at Annapurna region. Tharpu Chuli/Tent peak open for climbing under Nepal mountaineering Association. N.M.A declared the Mt.Tharpu Chuli peak in group B category climbing peak. Main attraction of Tharpu Chuli peak is panoramic views of Himalayan peaks like Annapurna I, Annapurna south, Annapurna III, Annapurna V, Gangapurna Machhapuchhare and some other Himalayan range’s view. We follow the usual route north-west ridge for tent peak summit. Because of North West ridge is easier then south-east ridge. Tharpu Chuli Peak is technically easy, but challenging peak. Tharpu chuli is situated in the heart of Annapurna base camp at an altitude of 5663m. Tharpu Chuli/ Tent peak is most climbed trekking peak of Annapurna region. In the Tharpu Chuli Peak climbing goes along the Annapurna sanctuary trekking trail. We reach Tharpu chuli base camp after crossing a steep descent into the South Annapurna glacier. We set Tharpu chuli base camp at 4500m. High camp for tent peak established at (5,000m). Next Day the last bit pushed up to summit of Mt Tharpu chuli 5663m from High camp and back down to MBC.

Trip Highlights
Incredible landscapes and panoramic views of Himalayan mountain.
Traditional Gurung culture with warm hospitality.
Incridible panoramic view of Annapurna himalayan range.
Biodiversity of flora and fauna.
 

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu International Airport and transfers to hotel.

Day 02: Half day Sightseeing around Kathmandu city and preparation day for climbing.

Day 03: Drive/ Flight to Pokhara, overnight at hotel.

Day 04: Pokhara Drive to Kimche, trek to Jhinu danda 6-7hrs .

Day 05: Jhinu danda to Dovan, 6-7hrs.

Day 06: Dovan to Machhapuchhre Base Camp, 6-7hrs.

Day 07: MBC to Annapurna Base Camp. 3hrs.

Day 08: ABC to Tharpu Chuli Base Camp, overnight at tented camp.

Day 09: Extra day in Tharpu Chuli Base Camp.

Day 10: Base Camp to Tharpu Chuli High Camp, 3-4hrs overnight at camp.

Day 11: Summit Tharpu Chuli and back to ABC 8-9hrs.

Day 12: ABC to Sinuwa 7-8hrs.

Day 13: Sinwa to Ghandruk 6-7hrs.

Day 14: Ghandruk to Nayapul and drive back to pokhara 6-7hrs.

Day 15: Free day in pokhara or fly back to kathmandu.

Day 16: Free day in kathmandu.

Day 17: Departure to your home.

Full Board Service Details

What's included

Flight ticket (JOMSOM-PKR-KTM)
English Speaking Trekking Guide and porter while you are tea house trek.
Climbing Guide and supported team while you are peak climbing.
All Foods and accommodation in tent while you are climbing and tea house lodge.
Two men tent, form mattress will be provided while you are with our camp.
All kitchen equipments, climbing guide and staff their insurance.

Climbing gears:

Rope, Harness, Ice-axe, Carabineers, Crampons, F-8, Jummer, Helmet, Ice-Bar, and Ice-screw.

Permit:

National park entry permit, Climbing permit, TIMS and all government TAX.

What's not included

Sleeping bag(3-4 season) and climbing boots.
Your personal warm clothes for Trekking/ climbing.
Personal High rescue Medical insurance.
Helicopter evacuation if needed any emergency Case.
Beverage: coke, beer, Mineral water, bar bills.
Foods in Kathmandu.
Tips for your trip staff.

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Detail Itinerary

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What is the best season for peak climbing?
March to May, September to November Is the best season for peak climbing.

How difficult is peak climbing?
It depends on the peak you choose to climb, there are easy peaks as well as difficult peaks, and we recommend peak climbing according to your need and your expertise.

What is the success rate of peak climbing?
It depend the peak you choose, climate, weather, health and the peak grade: roughly the success rate of peak climbing is above 95% from our company.

Do you provide equipment, or do we have to rent?
You can hire or buy personal equipment needed for peak climbing, apart from that the major climbing equipment will be provided by HEN.

What problems occur in high altitude?
Lack of oxygen in a body might occur in high altitude which may result in nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, hypothermia even death.

Can I charge my device while peak climbing?
Yes you can charge your device like mobile, camera and chargeable device.

Who will be my guide and what is their qualification and experience?
HEN provides veteran, qualified peak climbing and mountaineering guides.

What kind food and accommodation you provide?
We provide healthy food and comfortable accommodation as available in the region you trek such as tea house or lodge or camps.

Does your company give certificate after successful peak climbing?
Our company provides certificate which is provided by NMA. You have to fill up the form with your detail, summit photo, name of the team leader.

How you rescue if I become sick?
Depending on the seriousness of the accident we provide first aid if not then company can arrange the evacuation operation to the nearest medical facility and in case of any emergency, company could bring you to Kathmandu.

Do I get refund if I become sick before peak climbing?
All the trip cancellations are required to be done officially on our e-mail [email protected] or [email protected] For groups it should be done 45 days and prior while individuals can do at least 30days before. Payment refund will be made as per the foreign currency conversion rate in US$ dollar prevailing at the time of refund. The following cancellation charges will levy.
1. Before 45 days of arrival-5% of the total trekking/expedition/ tour cost
2. From 45 day to 30 days-10% of the Trekking/expedition/ tour cost
3. From 29 days to 15 days-15% of the trekking/expedition/ tour cost
4. From 14 days to 02 days (48 hrs)-20% of the total Trekking/expedition/ tour cost.
5. From 48 hrs to arrival-50% of the total trekking/expedition/ tour cost
6. Less than 48 hrs or no show-No refund
7. If trekking/Expedition/tour is stopped or early arrival due to nature accident likewise weather reasons this case H.E Nepal Treks will not refund.

What permit do I need for peak climbing?
Nepal Mountaineering Association: the authorized government body issue permits which is needed for peak climbing and our company will assist you on getting the permit.

How you manage food accommodation and safe drinking water?
Water here is drinkable but taking into consideration of our client's health and hygiene we provide mineral water which is purified and filtered. We provide standard and healthy foods. We provide best and comfortable lodging service available in trekking route.

Group Equipment H.E Nepal provides