Tent Peak Climbing

On your first of Tent Peak Climbing, we Welcome you to Kathmandu, the heart of Nepal. Our official representative will be waiting for you outside the Tribhuvan International Airport.

After receiving you from the airport, they transfer you to the hotel and help you with the check-in process. The remaining day is off so you can make your plans and visit the local markets. (P.S. if you have any trekking or mountaineering equipment left to buy, you can find them at the local shops.)

Later in the evening, there will be the proper briefing about the Tent Peak Climbing which ends with a traditional welcome dinner. You need to move early the next day, so you should make your climbing preparation this day.

Drive Duration: 7 to 8 hours

Maximum Altitude: 820 m above sea level

Waking early, you board the tourist bus and drive towards Pokhara via Prithvi Highway. The hilly zigzag road takes you along the Trishuli River, famous for fishing and rafting.

You drive past several small towns and villages surrounded by the greenery of hills. And view several colorful floras and domestic animals along the way. As you reach nearer to Pokhara, you get a glimpse of Mount Annapurna.

Pokhara city is called the city of lakes, a tourist’s paradise filled with natural beauty and cultural heritage sites. The areas are smaller and less hectic compared to Kathmandu.

You can do various activities in this city such as boating, cycling, paragliding, and many more. If you have additional time, you can add 1 Day Pokhara tour to your schedule as well.

Drive Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours

Highest Point (Nayapul): 1070 m above sea level

Trek Duration: 3 to 4 hours

Maximum Altitude (Tikhedhunga): 1577 m above sea level

You set off early this morning to reach Nayapul via private coach. The road this day takes you along the river valleys for most of the part. The drive from Pokhara to Nayapul is relatively short.

Nayapul is the starting point to begin your trekking journey of Tent Peak Climbing. After reaching Nayapul, you start the trek by walking along the subtropical Modi Khola valley to Birethanti.

Arriving at Birethanti, you make a stop at the checkpoint of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP). Then completing the procedure, you continue the trek through a terraced field towards Tikhedhunga.

Trek Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Maximum Altitude: 2874 m above sea level

Today you will visit one of the best viewpoints of the Annapurna region, i.e., Ghorepani. You begin by following the rugged trail then crossing a stream over the Modi Khola.

From there, you make an uphill climb by walking through the stone staircase to Ulleri. This village is the largest Magar settlement in this region, residing at an altitude of 2070 m.

You then continue the walk through the dense forests of rhododendron and oak and pass Nangethanti. You have your lunch here and rest for a bit. After heading out, you make a steep climb in the trail viewing Mount Himchuli and Annapurna.

Then passing beautiful villages, you head towards Ghorepani doing gradual climbs. This village is one of many Gurung settlements located in the Myagdi district, about 17 km away from Beni.

Hike Duration: 2 hours

Maximum Duration (Poonhill): 3210 m above sea level

Trek Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Highest Point (Tadapani): 2590 m above sea level

Ghorepani Poonhill trek is another well-known short trekking destination of this region. Poonhill is the best viewpoint to see the sunrise along with various marvelous peaks.

You wake up early to hike up to Poonhill that unfolds the beautiful views of majestic mountains. You visit this viewpoint to enjoy the sunrise that shines upon Mount Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Tukuche, Hiunchuli, etc.

After trekking down, you have your breakfast and continue the walk towards your next destination, Tadapani. Following the trails, you enter lush green rhododendron forest viewing beautiful mountains.

Finally, you arrive at Tadapani, a beautiful hamlet that gives a close-up view of Mount Machhapuchhre.

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Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours

Highest Point: 2040 m above sea level

After a big breakfast, you make a steep descent to Kimrong Khola. Then after crossing a suspension bridge over the river, you make an ascent towards a Gurung village.

Then you make a descent through rhododendron and oak forest and continue the walk on a leveled trail. After walking for an hour, you do a gradual climb up to Chhomrong.

Chhomrong is a beautiful Gurung village that offers a tremendous vast vista of Annapurna and Machhapuchhare. The town lies on the lap of Annapurna massif, making it the highest permanent settlement of this region.

You stay overnight in this beautiful village.

Trek Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Highest Point: 2335 m above sea level

You walk through the trail that passes from the villages’ central part, leaving the inhabited foothills behind. Then you make a long, steep ascend through a stone staircase toward Kuldi.

From there, you walk further and cross a suspension bridge over the Chhomrong Khola. Then walking through the beautiful forests of rhododendron, you reach upper Sinuwa.

The track from Sinuwa to Bamboo is relatively horizontal, taking you through the dense forest till Khuldi Ghar. Walking and viewing magnificent views, you make a decent and finally arrive at Bamboo. This village has few lodges and is surrounded by Bamboos at the bottom of the valley.

Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours

Highest Point: 3230 m above sea level

The trek begins by gradually climbing the trails through rhododendron forests to Dovan. First, you make a steep downhill walk along the rocky terrain, then walk in a leveled path.

The path from here onwards is strenuous as you walk the trails beside Modi Khola. Then after walking for about a few hours, you reach Himalaya hotel where you have your lunch.

From here, the trails wind steeply up through dense forests and pass through Hinku Cave. Slowly doing gradual climbs, you continue walking the trails. After making a long walk, you finally arrive at your destination.

Trek Duration: 5 hours

Highest Point (Machhapuchhre Base Camp): 4130 m above sea level

Highest Point (Annapurna Base Camp): 3700 m above sea level

A small part of the trails is an avalanche section, so you need to pass it before the afternoon. The valley starts to widen from Deurali, uncovering the beauty of the mountains.

Then it leads you towards the lateral moraine and down to the other side of Glaciers. From here, you walk up and past the Machhapuchhre Base Camp viewing various peaks.

The trek from here is about a 2 to 3 Hour average walk to reach Annapurna Base Camp. The trail gives you a view of Annapurna south, Macchapuchre, Hiunchuli, etc.

You make the gradual ascent in the routes for about an hour before arriving at your today’s destination.

Finally, your first acclimatization day has arrived here at Annapurna base camp. Acclimatization is important to avoid physical and mental sickness in higher elevations.

This is your rest day to help your body adjust to the environment before doing further climbs. On this day, you can explore around the base camp and enjoy scenic views of Gangapurna, Annapurna South, Annapurna III, and many more.

Trek Duration: 6 hours

Highest Point: 4800 m above sea level

After a good rest day at the base camp, you now begin by crossing Annapurna Glacier and crossing over the moraines. The walk over glaciers is challenging, so be careful and sensible while walking in them.

Now following the straight paths that lead you to a steep uphill trail, you cross a bridge. Then continuing the walk gradually further ahead, you reach Tent Peak Base.

The trails are rugged, but you get rewarded by fantastic views of Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre, Huiunchli, and surrounding peaks. You stay overnight in a tent camp.

Trek Duration: 6 hours

Highest Point: 5200 m above sea level

The trails are primarily steep uphill climbs to Tent Peak High Camp. There is a high probability of using rope and a helmet while climbing steep 50 to 60 Degree sections.

You continue walking uphill, resting in a few stops and restoring energy till you reach High Camp. This place gives the panoramic view of Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna I, and Hiunchuli.

Arriving here, your crew will set up the tent and prepare hot lunch for you. You have your food viewing beautiful scenarios. After a nice meal, you can continue your exploration.

Before continuing further in this Tent peak Climbing journey, you take a day’s rest and make planning and preparation here at High Camp. In order to accomplish your goal, you must be fit mentally and physically.

So, you make small ascents and descend throughout the day, and practice before the actual climb. You need to make yourself fit before summiting Tharpu Chuli Peak.

Trek Duration: 8 to 9 hours

Highest Point: 5500 m above sea level

After proper acclimatization, finally, the day to summit Tharpu Chuli Peak has arrived. You begin the Tent Peak climbing journey early this morning, around 2 to 3 AM.

First, you make a steep climb on the rocky trail for about 2 to 3 hours, then walk on leveled glacier ground below the west flank. After that, you climb a 70 degrees steep slope and cross the glacier to reach the footwall that separates Tharpu Chuli and Singu Chuli.

You choose the best path depending on the snow condition. The experts will climb ahead, so you follow their guidance and footsteps. You will use a fixed rope to reach the final summit and walk on the ridge for about half an hour before summiting Tent peak,

Arriving at the top, you are surrounded by 360 Degrees views of Annapurna massif, Gangapurna, etc. The feeling of reaching the summit will overwhelm you. After spending time, you descend to High camp following the same trails.

Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours

You wake up early and pack your belongings heading back to Annapurna Base Camp. Today, you retrace your steps back to the base camp, viewing the exact scenarios.

After a successful Tent Peak Climbing, you descend the trails passing several villages up to Annapurna Base Camp. You stay the night in a Tea house or a lodge.

Trek Duration: 7 hours

After so long, you sleep more comfortably in a four-wall room than in a tent. You wake up early this day to view the mesmerizing sunrise from the Annapurna Base Camp.

The sun looks beautiful as it rises over the Annapurna ranges and shines upon the nearby peaks. After that, you have your breakfast and begin to descend the trails following the same path.

You will enjoy the view of cascades as you make your way down the trails. Then pass through dense forests of oaks and rhododendron, offering a great view of Hiunchuli and Machapuchhre.

After several uphill and downhill, you arrive at your today’s destination. You have your dinner in one of the lodges and stay overnight here.

Trek Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Highest Point: 1750 m above sea level

Leaving Bamboo, you first do an uphill climb to Kuldi Ghar, then walk on a level path to reach Sinuwa. From here, you gradually descend through stone steps all the way to Chhomrong Khola.

Then again, crossing the suspension bridge, you ascend thousands of stone steps that lead to Upper Chhomrong. From this point, you make another steep descent till Jhinu Danda.

This place has a natural hot spring that lies about 20 to 25 min away from Jhinu Danda in the bank of Modi Khola. Trekkers and Climbers visit this place to relax and wash away their tiredness.

After a relaxing bath, you stay overnight in a tea house or lodge.

Trek Duration: 6 hours

Highest Point: 1890 m above sea level

Today, you trek towards Pothana from Jhinu Danda. After having a big breakfast, you now descend the trails that lead you to an opening flat line towards Himal Pani.

From this point, you gently ascend the trail and cross several small stream and terrace fields to Landruk. This is a vast village settlement inhabited by Magar, Gurung, and Brahmins.

Continuing walking the trails, you cross dense forests viewing peaks from in between the branches. After doing several ups and down and walking for hours, you reach Pothana, a Gurung village.

Trek Duration: 5 hours

Drive Duration: 2 hours

Highest Point: 1130 m above sea level

This day you primarily descend the trails. Heading out of the village, you gradually descend the routes and follow the gravel road for about an hour or two. Then again, making a steep drop, you reach Phedi.

From here, you pass through paddy fields and dense forests preserved by local peoples. Following the path, you reach Dhampus Phedi ending your trek in the Tent Peak Climbing journey.

Now, you board the vehicle from here and drive back to Pokhara. The beautiful city has so much to offer so that you can roam around the city. Strolling around the lakeside in the evening is an adventure itself.

Highest Point: 1400 m above sea level

You drive along the Prithvi highway, following the same route back to Kathmandu. As you leave Pokhara behind, you get a glimpse of peaks for one last time on this trip.

After a long tiring bus journey, you are dropped off at your hotel. If you still have energy, you can roam around the city, but if not, you can rest in your room and call it a day.

The day has come when we bid farewell to each other. Our spokesperson will drop you off at the airport according to your flight schedule.

We hope your Tent Peak Climbing journey went well, and you will remember us for more adventures.