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Tharpu Chuli (Tent Peak) (5663m.) Peak Climbing

Tharpu Chuli Trent Peak ClimbingLocally known as Tarphu Chuli, Tent Peak is situated in the heart of Annapurna Sanctuary and is among the few snow-clad summits at this height range in Nepal. This peak offers an ideal opportunity for those who want to summit a Himalayan peak, but who may otherwise be hesitant to try a higher peak as a Himalayan debut. Besides providing an interesting climb combining glacier travel, face climbing and tip-toeing on knife ridges, a climb on this mountain offers an unparalleled view of the entire Annapurna Sanctuary a breathtaking circle of hanging glaciers and moraines surrounded by some of the highest peaks on earth. The normal route follows the North-West Ridge to the summit although the mountain has been climbed via the South-East Ridge as well as South-West Face.

Trip Fact:

Trip Duration 25 Days
Best Time   Oct/ Nov/ March/ April
Trip Grading Alpine
Mode of trek Camping, Equipment and clothing Checklist 
Trip Cost advnepal@wlink.com.np / Cost includes / excludes

Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathamandu Transfer to the Hotel.
Day 02: Cultural Tours / Preparation for the Expedition
Day 03: Kathmandu- drive to Pokhara tented o/nt.
Days 04 - 07: Trek to Chhomrong via Ghorepani Punhill. o/nt at camp.
Days 08-10: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp.
Day 11: Rest and exploration day.
Day 12: Trek to Tharpu Chuli Base camp.
Days 13-16: Climb Tharpu Chulii.
Days 17-21: Return trek to Pokhara.
Day 22: Rest at Pokhara.
Day 23: Drive Back to Kathmandu.
Day 24: Rest at Kathmandu.
Day 25: Departure.

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Peak Climbing Peak Opened for Foreign Expedition:

Name of the peak Height Region
Hiunchuli 6441m Annapurna. Region
Singu Chuli 6501m Annapurna. Region
Mera Peak 6654m Khumbu Region
Kusum Kangru 6367m Khumbu Region
Kwandge 6011m Khumbu Region
Chulu West 6419m Annapurna Region
Chulu East 6584m Annapurna Region
Island Peak 6160m Khumbu Region
Pachermu Peak 6187m Rolwaling Region
Lobuje 6119m Khumbu Region
Ramdung 5925m Rolwaling Region
Pisang Peak 6091m Annapurna Region
Tharpu Chuli (Tent Peak) 5663m Annapurna Region
Mardi Himal 5587m Annapurna Region
Mehara Peak 5849m Khumbu Region
Ganja-La Chuli 5844m Langtang Region
Pokhalde 5806m Khumbu Region
Paldor Peak 5896m Langtang Region

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