Tent Peak Climbing: Tent peak locally known as Tharpu Chuli is nestled in the Annapurna region of Nepal. One of the classic trekking destinations of the country is located in Gandaki Province, in the northern-central part. This trek takes you to Annapurna Sanctuary regarded as home to deities by the local inhabitants. On this adventure, you will be trekking past the famous Machhapuchhre, and Annapurna Base Camp snuggled on a glacial basin, surrounded by the greater Himalayan range, and scaling the Tent Peak.
The Peak stands at an elevation of 5,695 meters/18,684 feet. It offers climbers and adventure seekers a taste of mountaineering in the Himalayas. The summit offers a different perspective of the mountains and views of Annapurna massif, Dhaulagiri, Hiunchuli, and other snowy peaks, rocky mountains, glaciers, and icefalls. The climb is ideal for novice as well as experienced trekkers and climbers and is regarded as one of the easiest peak climbing experiences in Nepal.
Starting from Kathmandu to Pokhara
The Tent Peak Climbing adventure starts with a ride from Kathmandu to Pokhara and towards Hile. Hile is the starting point of your trek, from Hile head towards the settlement of Thikhedhunga. Next, you will be heading towards Ghorepani traversing through the lush woodland of the region. Head towards the renowned vantage point of PoonHill and witness the views at dawn. The Himalayan giant Annapurna Massif, Dhaulagiri, Gangapurna, Machhapuchhre, and Hiunchuli changing their white color according to the rays of the sun is a sight to behold. From the vantage point head towards Tadapani, Chomrong a village perched on a hilltop, and Dovan a riverside settlement.
From Dovan, following the ascending tail enter the nature’s corridor towards the Machhapuchhre Base Camp. Once you reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp get a different perspective of the mountain from its far side. From Machhapuchhre Base Camp head towards Annapurna Base Camp, this section of trail offers you majestic views of the Himalayas, glaciers, streams, and lush green pasture lands. From the Base Camp enjoy the rings of mountains surrounding you. In the afternoon head out to witness the Himalayan sunset and later in the evening for stargazing.
After an acclimatization hike and pre-climb training the following day, you will be heading towards Tent peak. Traversing through glaciers, moraine, and rocky terrain with loose rocks and snowy. In this part of the trek, you will be maneuvering through a technical section using mountaineering gears. First, you will be reaching Tent Peak Base Camp following the northern part of the glacier, and next towards High Camp. From the high camp, you will be heading towards the Summit of Tent Peak. Witness the grandeur of the Himalayans from the summit and head back down towards the Base Camp.
Returning
Next, you will be retracing your steps backcrossing several villages and dense woodland to the settlement of Bamboo. From Bamboo head towards Jhinu Danda. Jhinu has a hot Himalayan spring located on the banks of the Modi River. Once you get to Jhinu soak in the healing waters of the hot spring and relax. Next day board a vehicle to Pokhara and Kathmandu the following day.
Be a part of Tent Peak Climbing with your travel partner Female Guide Kathmandu.