Tharpu Chuli (Tent) Peak Climbing / Expedition
Overview
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Tharpu Chuli (Tent) Peak Climbing / Expedition
Tharpu Chuli (Tent) Peak Climbing / Expedition is one of the best options to explore beautiful Annapurna sanctuary along with a great adventure. Trekking to Tharpu peak provides you the great views of stunning Himalayas like Annapurna I (8091m\26545ft.), III (7555m\26786ft.) South (7219m\23684ft.), Hiunchuli (6441m\21131ft.), Baraha Shikhar (7647m\25088ft.). Mt Khangshar Kang (7485m\24557ft.), Tarke Kang (7069m\23192ft.), Gangapurna (7326m\24035ft.). Although, a great chance to explore amazing wildlife habitats like blue sheep, spotted deer. Musk deer, wild yaks, wolf, etc. in beautiful forests of pine and bamboo. Here you can also observe the living style of people in local villages with their different cultures and traditions they follow. However, a little bit challenging but adventurous and beautiful exploration. Views of floras and faunas of south Annapurna region provide you unexpected moments of your life.
Tharpu Chuli Peak 5663 m/ 18579a fit climbing or Tent Peak Climbing is located toward the south of Annapurna Base Camp. The trek explores the Annapurna region as we pass along the diversified floras, faunas and diversified culture. Tharpu Chuli peak climbing is a lifetime experience trip. Similarly, we climb the standard Northwest Ridge, which is alpine PD grade. So, this peak climbing is not as physically demanding as Island or Mera Peak climbing. Upon reaching the top of the peak we get a full glance of Himalayas including Annapurna I, III and South, Hiunchuli. Baraha Shikhar, Khangshar Kang, Tarke Kang, Gangapurna and others. Another highlight of this climb is to reach the Base camp of Mt. Machhapuchhre – the famous mountain popular by the name of Fishtail.
Moreover, our trip starts with a drive to Pokhara and then we start our trek from Nayapul. Almost 70% of your trip offers us the glances of mountain giants. Interesting terraced farmland, rhododendrons forests, rivers, and diverse ethnic settlement. The trip passes some steep and ridge climbing which makes this climb interesting and quite challenging for some people. Even though, after our successful summit finally back to base camp. Explore the spectacular panoramic views of 7000 and 8000-meter giants, we return back through the same route. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you can thoroughly organize your belongings. In the meantime, we organize a get-together ceremony with climbing guides, Sherpa’s and other team staffs where you are the special guest.
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Itinerary
Our airport representative picks you up from airport and transfers you to hotel for further briefing about the upcoming trip. In the evening, a small meeting shall be held to discuss and prepare for the trek. And after meeting you can roam around Thamel to get familiar with environment and location.
After half day sightseeing around Kathmandu. We visit our office and meet climbing leaders as well as other staffs. We then gather to discuss about the upcoming trip then make ourselves ready by checking every climbing gears and equipments. Our climbing guide checks the condition of climbing gears and after his approval we pack the gears and take rest in Kathmandu.
After breakfast you will be picked up from your hotel to start your journey to Pokhara. Located about 200 km west from Kathmandu, the drive mostly follows along the Trishuli riverside. Enjoy the views from your window of the changing landscapes. In the evening you may feel like doing some sightseeing. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
We drive for about an hour to reach Naya Pul and start our trek from there. Our trek leads us to Birethanti from where we trek uphill and reach Ghandruk. The trail offers panoramic views of the mountains and we pass by beautiful villages and also cross suspension bridge which sits over khumnu Khola. Ghandruk village offers us good view of Mountains like Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South and Hiuchuli. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
Early on today, we take uphill trail and later on take steep downhill toward Kimron Khola. And again there comes another steep ascent until we reach Chhomrong. Chhomrong is a beautiful village located right on the lap of gian Annapurna Massive. You can see mighty peak of Annapurna South with Machhapuchhre facing it across the valley. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
We trek down to Chhomrong khola (river) and climb up to Sinwa. From here we enter into steep valley towards Annapurna sanctuary at the buttresses of Annapurna South and Fishtail. From Sinwa we will climb down to Modi River at the little hamlet of 'Bamboo' and then climb gradually to Dovan (2,400m). Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
Initiating our trek through intermittent bamboo forest, the valley is very edgy with steep slopes and many travelers witness periodic avalanches here. You take rest in Hotel Himalaya (2873m) and again start trek through Bagar to reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
Acclimatization while climbing is necessary. During the acclimatization period you are given basics of climbing & ways to use the climbing equipments like climbing harness, jumar, techniques to use ropes, etc. Also a short briefing on what to expect is shared among the team. In the evening, you can hike nearby places or rest. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
We leave Machhapuchhre Base Camp and head to Cave Camp. Our trail follows alongside the Modi Khola and after walking for some time, we see South Annapurna glacier to our rigt. The trail then leads to the base of Annapurna South. Then we move straight ahead and cross a bridge to continue uphill till we reach cave Camp. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
We take steep tail to Tharpu Chuli High Camp and make use of ropes and helmets. We ascend 50-60 degree of steep path which takes around 2-3 hours. High camp offers panoramic views of Hiuchuli (6441m), Annapurna South (7229m), Annapurna I (8091m), Machhapuchhre and many others. We set our camp there in High Camp and roam around for rest of the day. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
Early in the morning – Really early (2-9 am) in the morning, we trail through rocky area for about 2 hours and take walk on flat snow for around an hour. After that, we climb on a steep slope of about 70 degrees and walk on flat trail for about 30 minutes and finally reach to the top of the summit. We climb with the help of fixed rope to reach the summit. After successful ascend, we return back through the same route to High camp. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
Descending all the way to Machhapuchhre Base camp, we leave High Camp. Upon reaching Machhapuchhre Base camp we take as much needed rest. Our returning trail is same. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
Trailing the same way, we come to Bamboo. Here you can enjoy great views of waterfalls and pass through forest with great views of Mountain giants like Machhapuchhre and Hiuchuli. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
We follow the same trail that we took to climb up till Chhomrong. Climb down steeply on the stone steps down to the village of Jhinu. We settle into our lodge and then head down half an hour to natural hot spring pool in the Shore of Modi River. Enjoy the natural hot spring. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
Once we have breakfast in Jhinu, we set up our trek to Nayapul. The trek passes by the bank of river and the trail is till Birethati. From there we trek about half an hour to Nayapul and be escorted to Pokhara (city life). Pokhara is city of lakes with many adventures to choose from. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea or coffee and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge or tented camp.
Pokhara to Kathmandu drive takes around 5/7 hours. It is a scenic drive along the Trishuli and Marshyangdi Rivers. After your arrival in Kathmandu, in the evening, you are treated with a special cultural dinner program as a complimentary commencement of Sunrise Adventure Trek. Meals included: Breakfast, and finally an overnight stay in hotel. Attend the evening dinner and cultural program provided by the company.
After victorious ending of our trip, our representative drops you to the airport for your journey home. You are dropped off 3 hours earlier so that there is no any delay in flight. Or you can join another adventure and explore hidden gems of Nepal. Till then, have a safe journey to Home!
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Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Kanchenjunga region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
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