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Tent Peak Climbing – Tharpu Chuli – 21 Days

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About Tent Peak Climbing - Tharpu Chuli

  • 21 Days
  • Trip Grade: Moderate
  • Nepal
  • Altitude: 5663m (18,579ft)
  • Coordinates: 28°35'05''N, 83°55'50''E
  • Spring/Autumn
  • Group Size : 2- 12 Pax
  • Trek Style: Tea House + Camping
  • Transport: Domestic Air/ Land transportation

Tent Peak Climbing is a basic program for those adventurous learners who are beginning the expedition courses for exploring the highest mountain in the world like the Everest expedition in the future. Well known as Tent Peak (5663m/18,575 ft), Tharpu Chuli is located in the heart of Annapurna Sanctuary. We trek in the Annapurna region admiring the diverse flora, fauna with the culture of Nepal. Tharpu Chuli Peak offers us panoramic views of the Himalayan massif Annapurna, Hiunchuli naming few.

Our trekking begins and ends in Pokhara by having a certain drive to and from the trekking point. But, this trip also includes Kathmandu part as well which is in a total of 22 Days.

Tent Peak or Tharpu Chuli climbing is suited for those who want to step to Amateur Mountaineering from Trekking and it is the best short peak climbing experience in the Annapurna region. As per the program, reaching the base camp of Mt. Machapuchhre gives us another good reason to choose the Tent Peak (Tharpu Chuli) Climbing trip. This trip includes the trek to the Annapurna Base Camp with a few day’s experience of peak climbing, which makes this Tarpu Chuli peak climbing popular in the Annapurna Region Area. Tharpu Chuli expedition is physically not as challenging as climbing Island or Mera Peaks.

Our destination experts from Great Nepal Treks are always ready to modify the best  itinerary of Tent Peak Climbing/ Tharpu Chuli climbing in Nepal  in your demand. If you feel anything lacking or wish to modify the program, simply contact us in +977-9851136111 or Email your details in our official E-mail: [email protected]. We will always guide you with the best offer, information and suggestions.

Tent Peak Climbing Itinerary - 21 Days Itinerary

Day 1Arrive Kathmandu (1350m/4429ft)

You will be welcomed by a Great Nepal Representative at the airport and be transferred to your hotel. Your Great Nepal Representative will explain briefly about the travel itinerary. Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 2Preparation day for the climbing and last minute shopping

We meet all other expedition members and the leader, conduct initial briefing and preparations and we will have an opportunity to do last minute shopping in Kathmandu. Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 3Drive to Pokhara (200km/6Hrs)

Our first destination is Pokhara, where we will move by a 6 hours long drive from Kathmandu. Upon arrival transfer to your Hotel. Evening free to explore or boating at Fewa Lake. Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 4Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga (1540m/5052ft, 04-05hrs). Lodge accommodation

After breakfast you will drive to Nayapul in a Private Vehicle which takes approx 90mins drive from Pokhara. Finally, your trek commence from this day to Tikhedhunga via Birethanti with scenic mountain view. Overnight at Guest House Lodge.

Day 5Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2675m/8776ft, 05-06 hrs). Lodge accommodation

This day your tre ktowards Ghorepani starts after your breakfast. You have to climb the steep stone stairs which includes 3300 steps. Compared to other regions this trek is easier so don’t get scared seeing the number of stairs. On the way you can experience Rhododendron forest, flora and fauna. Overnight at Guest House Lodge.

Day 6Hiking to Poonhill (3180m/10,433ft) – back to Ghorepani, and trek to Tadapani (2675m/8,776ft, 5-6 hrs). Lodge accommodation

Poon hill, one of the most famous destinations for breathtaking sunrise view over Dhaulagiri (8167m), Tukuche Peak (6920m), Nilgiri (6940m), Varaha Shikhar (7847m), Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna South (7219m), Annapurna III (7855m), Machapuchere (6993m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Annapurna II (7937m), Lamjung Himal (6931m) and other numerous snow-capped mountain peaks. Return back to hotel for breakfast and continue your trek further to Tadapani. Overnight at Guest House Lodge.

Day 7Trek to Chomrong (2040m/6,693ft, 05hrs) Lodge accommodation

From Tadapani to Chomrong, it is a steep descent through the dense forest to a beautiful village located in the lap of Annapurna. On the way we follow the west bank of Modi khola (river) before arriving at Chomrong that is located below the towering peaks of, Annapurna south and Machhapuchre (fishtail). Overnight at Guest House Lodge.

Day 8Trek to Bamboo (2340m/7,677ft, 05hrs) Lodge accommodation

The day starts with an easy walk through forest and a climb up to Dovan before descending through the valley to Bamboo. The challenge for the day is that you will be climbing uphill after the initial descent from Chomrong to reach Chomrong Khola. After this it is a steep climb to Khuldighar (2380 m/7808 ft). Although the path itself is fairly easy, the continual rise in altitude makes this day fairly challenging. Overnight at Guest House Lodge.

Day 9Trek to Deurali (3230m/10,597ft, 05hrs). Lodge accommodation

We trek 5hrs from Bamboo to Deurali (3230m) ascending gently through bamboo forests with varieties of rhododendron and oak trees. Overnight at Guest House Lodge.

Day 10Trek Tharpu Chuli Base Camp (4700m/15,419ft, 4 hrs) via Machhapuchhere Base Camp (3820m/12,533ft, 04hrs). Camping

We ascend 5hrs from Deurali to Tharpu Chuli Base Camp (4130m) via Machhapuchhere Base Camp (3820m). Camping.

Note: Our destination experts from Great Nepal Treks are always ready to modify the best itinerary in your demand. We may include ABC (Annapurna Base Camp) trek too in this itinerary if your time permits. If you feel anything lacking or wish to modify the program, simply contact us in +977-9851136111 or Email your details in our official E-mail: [email protected]. We will always guide you with the best offer, information and suggestions.

Day 11Acclimatization rest at Tharpu Chuli Base Camp (4700m). Camping

We take acclimatizing rest at Base Camp and prepare yourself for Summit Push. Camping.

Day 12Tharpu Chuli Base Camp to High Camp (5200m/17,060ft, 5hrs). Camping

Today ascend 50-60 degree to Highcamp (5200m/17,060ft). You will be rewarded with the mesmerizing Mountain views of Hiunchuli (6441m), Annapurna South (7229m), Annapurna I (8091m), Machapuchhre and more. Camping.

Day 13Summit Tent Peak (5663m/18,579ft) and return back to base camp (4700m/15,419ft, 09hrs). Camping

We start our trip early this day. After summit attempt we retrace our trial back to Base Camp. Camping.

Day 14Trek to Machapuchre Base Camp (3700m/12,139ft, 06hrs). Camping

Today we will decend the same narrow trial we used to climb till Machapuchre Base Camp where you are going to stay overnight. Camping.

Day 15Trek to Dovan (2630m/8,629ft, 05hrs). Lodge accommodation.

From MBC we decend the same trial till dovan where you will stay overnight. Overnight at Guest House Lodge.

Day 16Trek from Dovan to Jhinudanda (1750m/5,741ft, 06hrs). Lodge accommodation

From Bamboo we ascend to Sinuwa. We follow the stone steps that lead to Lower Chomrong. Then we ascend on the thousand stone steps that will take us to Upper Chomrong. From Chomrong we descend to Jhinu Danda. While here we can relax on a natural hot spring which is only 15 minutes away from where we are staying. Overnight at Guest House Lodge.Trek from Jhinudanda to Pothana (1600m, 6hrs ). Lodge accommodation

Day 17Trek from Jhinudanda to Pothana (1600m, 6hrs ). Lodge accommodation

Today you trek around 6 hours from Jhinudanda to Pothana (1600m). Overnight at Guest House Lodge.

Day 18Trek to Dhampus Phedi (3hrs) and drive to Pokhara

After breakfast descend to Phedi via Dhampus village where you will find your vehicle waiting for you. Drive back to Pokhara. Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 19Drive or Fly to Kathmandu

We take 6hrs a scenic drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Alternatively you can take a 25mins flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Upon arrival transfer to Hotel. Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 20Full day Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu Valley. Evening Farewell dinner

Today you will be going for sightseeing around the world heritage sites in the Kathmandu valley including, Kathmandu Durbar square, Bouddhanath Temple and Pashupatinath Temple. Later in the evening, a farewell dinner will be served in a Traditional Nepali Restaurant where you will be able to enjoy authentic cuisine with cultural program as a celebration of your completed trek. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 21Departure from TIA

Sadly your most memorable journey ends today. A Great Nepal representative will escort you to the airport 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way home you have plenty of time to think about your recent adventure and to plan your next wonderful adventure in Nepal.

Inclusion

  • All arrival and departure transfer services to and from Airport with other necessary surface transport as per itinerary.
  • Meeting and Assistance at Kathmandu airport by Great Nepal Trek's representative while arriving and departing
  • 04 Nights accommodations at 3 Star hotels in Kathmandu on B/B basis
  • 02 Nights accommodations at 3/4 Star hotels in Pokhara on B/B basis
  • One full day guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu 
  • Necessary staffs including experienced guides and porters during the trekking and climbing.
  • All trekking and camping equipment like camp furniture, kitchenware, dining tents, guest tents, etc.
  • 3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunch and Dinners with tea or coffee) along with available accommodation at Hotel/Lodge/Guest Houses or tents for members and staffs during trek and climbing in twin sharing basis.
  • Per person 30kg baggage allowance during trekking-up carrying by porter or Yak and 20kg baggage allowance while returning from Base Camp after climbing the peak
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Project Fee (ACAP) and TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System)
  • Climbing permit for Tharpu Chuli peak (5,663m)
  • Required Experienced, Trained and Government Licensed Climbing Guide(s) during Climbing Period as per the size of group
  • All wages, equipment, medical and accidental Insurances for all involved staffs.
  • First Aid medical kits for the Group and the staffs
  • Appropriate food for high altitude and all climbing crew at base camp and above as required
  • Required fixed and dynamic rope during climbing period
  • All necessary paper works, office service charge and Government Taxes levied in Nepal
  • Complete pre-departure information, flight ticket reconfirmation and visa extension procedure services (if necessary)
  • Farewell Dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with domestic culture show in Kathmandu before departure.

Exclusion

  • Lunch and Dinner during your stay in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner)
  • Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria-bars
  • Items of personal nature, Laundry Expenses, Tips
  • Expenses incurred towards usage of landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies or satellite phones And Internet expenses
  • Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking Gears
  • Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations like natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in Government regulations and any additional staff other than specified
  • Rescue, Repatriation, Medicines, Medical Tests and Hospitalization expenses
  • Oxygen Cylinders, Masks, Hoses and Regulators, though Snowy will provide the same, usage of Oxygen Cylinders, Masks, Hoses and Regulators will be charged extra
  • Airfare of international flights
  • Nepal entry visa fee (Visa issuance is easy at the arrival)
  • Icefall Garbage Deposit fees (Sharing with other member) if applicable.
  • Wake talkies & Filming permit.
  • Tips, gifts, souvenirs
  • Any other item not included in above include section
Map

FAQ

Acclimatization

To enable all expedition members to acclimatize well and hence maximize their chances of success, our expedition programs are prepared with sufficient time for acclimatization. Adaptation to the altitude takes time and there can be no short-cuts, even if supplementary oxygen is used in the final stages. The atmospheric pressure at the base camp is half of that at the sea level. A thorough program of acclimatization is built into the itinerary which consists of regulated height ascents, followed by descents and rests before the final ascent to the summit. This will prevent the climbers to get rid from altitude sickness

What kind of personal first aid should i carry?

Although our guides carry first aid medical kit, it is better to carry a supply of first aid items for your own personal use according to your health conditions. Here are the list of some general as well as some special medications you may require:
– Antiseptic cream (Betadine)
– Sunblock SPF 30+
– Throat lozenges
– Painkillers and anti-inflammatory such as Aspirin, Paracetamol, Ibuprofen etc.
– Band-aids, bandage, compression bandage and ‘Second Skin’ for blisters
– Re-hydration salts. (Trioral, Electrobin, Oral Rehydrating Salt)
– Dextrose glucose tablets
– Water treatment tablets
– Your prescription medications
– Antibiotics for longer climbing and expedition style trips

Does high altitude effects and benefits?

You will be affected by high altitude problems if it is your fist trip at a high altitude. The altitude has some important beneficial effects on the human body and your trips have been designed to enable these. Please familiarize yourself with the information on AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) and understand how to avoid it and read on benefits of high altitude and take advantage of these to improve your body’ metabolism.

What is Acute Mountain Sickness(AMS)

Altitude sickness is the reaction of the body adjusting to decreasing amounts of oxygen. The high altitude slowly decreases the flow of oxygen means the higher you climb, the flow of oxygen is very thin resulting the malfunction of body. Altitude sickness most commonly occurs from above 2,800 meters (9,200ft) but this is different for everyone – there is simply no way of knowing your own susceptibility prior to being at altitude thus it is vital for you to monitor your own health. AMS occurs when the body is unable to adopt at the higher altitude having less amount of oxygen. At an altitude of 5490m (18000 ft.), the oxygen availability becomes just the half of the availability at sea level. While only a third of oxygen is available at the summit of Mt. Everest. Symptoms may be mild and subside/go away after a day’s rest, or if it is ignored it could lead to death.

What are the symptoms of AMS?

Symptoms can appear within 1-2 hours although most often appear 6-10 hours after ascent and generally subside in 1-2 days as the body adjusts to altitude. They may reappear as you continue to go higher. Symptoms of AMS usually occur gradually and can be one or a combination of the following:
• Headache: Due to the less amount of oxygen in air, the blood influences the blood vessels to spread wide in order to supply more oxygen to the brain and which cause them to show the early symptom of AMS.
• Dopiness: The trekkers or climbers feel very sleepy but could not.
• Shortness of breath: The breathing pattern changes as the breathing becomes faster and deeper than normal in order to get enough oxygen and rapid pulse
• Loss of appetite and nausea: Despite of physical exercise, the trekkers don’t have an appetite to eat.

Life threatening forms of AMS.

High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE)
If one accumulates of fluid in the lungs and mild fever then, there is a chance of High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE). The filling of fluid in the lungs is Pulmonary Edema. The fluid blocks the passage of fresh oxygen to get into the lungs which causes the shortage of oxygen. Though the exact reason for the HAPE has not been identified, scientists think that pressure of blood vessel around the lungs is directly proportional to the altitude. As a result the smaller blood vessels leak allowing the fluid to escape to the lungs. The treatment for the HAPE victims is to give the oxygen at the rate of 4 liters a minute, using Portable Altitude Chamber (PAC). In case of unavailability of PAC bag or oxygen, one is taken down to the low altitude which is the only way of life-saving. HAPE can also lead to unconsciousness which may also results to death in a short period of time.

High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE)
HACE is the accumulation of fluid in the brain due of the swollen blood vessels to the brain. HACE is also seen within a couple of hours and can send the patient to coma and take his/her life in just few hours likewise to HAPE. The excessive flow of blood to the brain due to the low-level oxygen causes vasodilation which eventually leads to leakage of blood vessels to the brain. A 4 to 8mg of dexamethasone is given as a first dose to those who suffer from such sickness and then 4mg Diamox is given an every six hours gap. Similarly, 2-4 liters/minute oxygen is given and one is taken to down if it is necessary.

Symptoms of HAPE

Breathlessness
– A dry cough, developing to a wet one with blood-tinged discharge or saliva
– Tightness in the chest & blueness/darkness of face, lips & tongue
– Low fever up to 38°C/100°F
– Severe fatigue, progressing to coma

Symptoms of HACE

– Severe headache symptoms not relieved by painkillers or lying down
– Confusion, disorientation & drowsiness
– Nausea/vomiting
– Loss of balance or coordination
– Blurred or double vision/retinal hemorrhage

How to prevent Altitude Sickness?

Certain medical conditions (such as respiratory disease) or medications (such as sleeping pills) can increase the risk of altitude sickness – it is important that you inform your guide of any medical conditions or medications before ascending to altitude. You can help your body to acclimatize and avoid altitude sickness by:
– Avoiding alcohol, tobacco and substances that can interfere with good delivery of oxygen to the body or cause dehydration
– Eating small, frequent meals high in carbohydrates
– Drinking plenty of water – the test of sufficient amount of water intake is ability to urinate colorless urine
– Taking it easy or have a rest. Walk at a slower pace than you would at sea level and avoid over-exertion
– Climb the mountain gradually and stop for a day or two of rest for every 600m/2000ft above 2,400m/8000ft
– Climb high but Sleep at a lower altitude if possible
– Learn how to recognize early symptoms of mountain sickness

What is treatment of Altitude sickness?

Most travelers are able to successfully acclimatize by following the previously mentioned guidelines. However, there are instances where medical treatment is required. Ultimately, the best treatment for acute mountain sickness (AMS) is to descend to a lower altitude and rest. Early diagnosis is important. Acute mountain sickness is easier to treat in the early stages. The guide will monitor you all the time for symptoms and will pace you appropriately to minimize your exposure to AMS.Cooperating with the guide and reporting if any of the above-described symptoms are seen allows your guide to undertaking appropriate and timely action to minimize your exposure to AMS. Sufficient time for acclimatization (After 3000 meters) is also another method to minimize AMS. Following precautions can be done in order to get rid of AMS:
Don’t ascent up rapidly.
• Never use alcohol, sleeping pills and smoking.
• Drink more fluid 3-4 liters a day, clean boiled water / tea / coffee / soup / juice etc.
• Climb high and sleep low.
• Don’t go trekking alone, take guide/porter.
• Follow the advice from your guide, hotel, local people, guidebook.
• Descent if mild symptoms rapidly getting worse.
• Never leave or descent sick person along.
• Avoid getting cold.
• Take an easy and comfortable trekking route even if it is longer.
• Sleep more than normal.
Your Guide will carry some medications in First Aid Kit and may suggest for medication such as Ibuprofen, Paracetamol, combination of them or specific AMS medication. Standard and effective medication for prevention of AMS is Acetazolamide (Diamox) and it may be given to help improve breathing and reduce mild symptoms. This drug can cause increased urination. Ensure you drink plenty of fluids and avoid alcohol when taking this drug.With severe cases of AMS, our guide will contact our office in Kathmandu and arrange your evacuation by helicopter. Before we accept you on the trek we will require that you purchase health and travel insurance including helicopter rescue and hospitalization.

How do we handle during the case of emergency?

You never know when the unexpected situation comes and put you in hearse condition. So such cases you will be rescued by Helicopter. You are entirely liable for all the expenses incurred in evacuation. So, before coming to Nepal, please make your travel insurance. Ask your guide to arrange a runner to the nearest communication point and inform office about requirement of a helicopter. For evacuation, we require the name of the sick person and the exact location from where helicopter can airlift you. You should not leave the place after calling Helicopter for evacuation though you are feeling better than before.

How to get safe drinking water?

On the trek, there is a facility of purchasing safe drinking water in teahouses.It is better if you carry the water purifying pills on your own. On camping trek, the water will be treated with Potassium permanganate or Iodine. On the trail, water from the streams is safe to drink, but better not to use it directly for drinking.

Do we be secure during our journey?

Security and a safe journey is our core objective of trekking. Our guide holds licenses issued by the Nepal Government and our staffs are local, honest, kind and genuine. But we also insist you to take care of your own personal belongings. If you are on ‘camping trek’ please take your main bag inside the tent once you reach campsite and put all bags and belongings in the middle of the tent when you feel sleepy. Your guide assigns a Sherpa on turn wise basis to guard the campsite throughout the night. If you are on ‘Tea house arrangement, never leave your baggage unattended and keep your lodge room locked when you go out.