TENT PEAK BASE CAMP TREK
TENT PEAK BASE CAMP TREK
Low risk – high adventure!
Here is an opportunity to climb a high altitude mountain and survive to talk about it. Tent peak (5663m), also known as Tharpu Chuli lies just south of Annapurna Base Camp in the spectacular Annapurna Sanctuary region of Nepal. This trek offers it all – soaring peaks, lush forests and valleys, raging rivers and genuine hospitality of the villagers along the trail.
The trek to the top will be demanding as you cross snow and ice, but with the right gear, you will be safe and capable of reaching the summit. This mountain may seem small in comparison to nearby Machapuchare but is nevertheless a giant compared with mountains outside of Nepal. The mountain is referred to as “Tent Peak” due to its shape resembling a tent. This trek is graded as “high advanced” due to the altitude and needs to cross-ice and possibly thick snow on the way to the peak. Experience in using some special climbing equipment may be necessary.
This trek begins at Pokhara, the launch point for many treks to Annapurna Conservation Area. There will be time set aside along the trail for you to acclimatize. You will pass through Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) and Machapuchare Base Camp (4130m) before climbing Tent Peak.
Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will advise you on what skills are required. We will not take any unnecessary risks. However, you must have a good level of fitness.
Highlights of Tent Peak Base Camp Trek
- A chance to climb a high altitude mountain.
- The wonderful feeling of reaching the Annapurna Base Camp.
- Up-close views of Annapurna South, Himchuli, Annapurna 1, Gangapurna, and Mt. Machapuchare Fishtail.
- Magnificent sunrise 360-degree views over the Himalayas from the peak.
- Visit Annapurna Base Camp (4130m).
- Explore Gurung villages and get an understanding of their unique culture.
ITINERARY
Day 1 : Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m) Duration: 6-7 hours.
Our journey begins with a 6-7 hour drive toward the Pokhara Valley and its beautiful Phewa Tal (lake) and then checking in to your hotel close to Phewa Tal. There is plenty to see and do along Lakeside with its many shops, bars and restaurants to choose from.
Day 2 : Drive from pokhara to Kande & trek to Pothana (1,820m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
The trek begins after we have driven to Phedi. After a four hour trek we arrive at the Gurung village of Dhampus (1650m) from where we have an eagle-eye view down to Pokhara Valley. After another four hours we arrive at Patana Village (1820) surrounded by forest and with great mountain views. We will stay here overnight.
Day 3 : Trek from Pothana to Jhinu Danda (1780 m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Today the trail takes us through the villages of Deurali, Tolka, and the Gurung village of Landruk (1565m). Not long after leaving Landruk we come to the Modi Khola (river) and then through a forested area until we reach Sano Gaun. We then head uphill and cross the Kimrong Khola and then on to Jhinu Danda where we stay overnight. There is a hot spring near the village where you may wish to sit and relax.
Day 4 : Trek from Jhinu Danda to Dobhan (2600m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
We begin the trek today heading to Chomrong (2170 m) from where we have fantastic views of Annapurna South, Machapuchare and Himchuli. We then head down to Chomrong Khola, cross the river and head up to Sinuwa (2360 m) and on for another two hours to Bamboo village (2310m) and Dobhan (2600 m) where we stay the night.
Day 5 : Trek from Dobhan to Deurali (3,200m) Duration: 4-5 hours.
We have a short day of around five hours on the trail and can feel the closeness of the mountains. The trail takes us through Rhododendron forests until we reach Deurali where we stay the night.
Day 6 : Trek from Deurali to Machapuchare Base Camp (MBC - 3700m) 2-3 hours.
An early start today sees us heading to MBC, a trek of around four hours. From MBC, if the weather is clear, there are awesome views of Machapuchare (6995 m), Tent peak (5695m), Annapurna III (7555m), Gandhraba Chuli (6248 m), Annapurna South (7219 m) and Bharha Chuli (7647m). We will camp overnight at MBC.
Day 7 : Trek from MBC to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC - 4130m) Duration: 2-3 hours.
It is only a short trek to Annapurna Base Camp from MBC. We will stop for the night at ABC where once again the views are absolutely stunning. We can see Annapurna I (8091m) and Singu Chuli (6501m) and other snow clad peaks from here.
Day 8 : Trek from ABC to Tent Peak Base Camp (4400m) duration: 5-6 hours.
The trek today is more physically challenging and depending on the conditions you may be required to use ropes for security. The trail across the Annapurna South Glacier requires caution. After another five hour trek, we reach Tent Peak Base Camp where we will actually stay in a tent overnight.
Day 9 : Trek from Tent Peak Base Camp to High Camp (4800m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
The trail today is quite narrow and with the higher altitude is more physically demanding. We have to proceed at a slower pace to compensate. After arriving at High Camp you will have further incredible views of the surrounding peaks.
Day 10 : Rest day at High Camp
For those interested in climbing Tent Peak will require them to get a very early morning start, at around 3 am. Tonight at High Camp we stay in a tent.
Day 11 : Trek from High Camp to MBC (3700m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Today we start our descent to MBC along a narrow and rugged trail along a rock face. We will stop along the way, maybe at the Annapurna South Glacier before continuing down, possibly with the assistance of ropes again. We will camp overnight at MBC.
Day 12 : Trek from MBC to Sinuwa (1940m) Duration: 6-7 hours.
We have a long day ahead of us as we drop over 1700m and head through forests until we reach Sinuwa later in the day. We will stay here overnight.
Day 13 : Trek from Sinuwa to Ghandruk (2012m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Today we follow the trail to Chomrong Village and then cross the Kimrong Khola (river) and continue on to the village of Kimrong Danda. We will stop for a short break before continuing on to Ghandruk Village from where there are some absolutely magical views back over the snow-covered mountains. Tonight we will enjoy the well-known hospitality at Gurung Village.
Day 14 : Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul & drive to Pokhara; Duration: 6-7 hours.
This is our last day of the trek. Before we head off we can visit the Gurung museum where we can familiarize ourselves of their history, traditions, and culture. Leaving Ghandruk we head to pass through the villages of Kimche, Sauli Bazaar, and Birethanti before finally reaching Nayapul where we take a jeep back to Pokhara.
Day 15 : Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu; Duration: 6-7 hours.
Today we head back on a 6 to 7 hour drive to Kathmandu with many fond memories of Nepal and its unique culture and geography. These memories will last a lifetime!
SERVICES
Cost included
- Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu Transportation by Tourist Bus.
- Two night hotel accommodation in pokhara with breakfast. (3-star Hotel)
- Pokhara to Nayapul to Pokhara transportation By private car/Jeep
- Best Possible Teahouse, lodge accommodation (Generally twin Sharing room)
- Tent camp accommodation after Annapurna base Camp
- All Standard Meals (breakfast, Lunch and dinner) during the trek
- Government License holder English Speaking Sherpa Expedition and Trekking’s experienced and qualified trek leader,(8 or above trekkers)
- Strong, helpful Sherpa porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment, his salary, food, accommodation, and insurance (one porter for two people).
- Coverage of Guides and Porters, Their meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, flight and other necessary equipment.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) Fee.
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card fee.
- All government, Local taxes and official Expenses
- Assistance in arranging rescue operation in case of complicated health condition (funded by travel insurance)
- Sherpa Expedition Team’s appreciation of certificate after the successful trek
Cost Excludes
- International flight airfare
- Nepal Entry Visa Fees for multiple Entries on arrival at Tribhuwan Internationals Airport- (15 days - $25-30, 30 days- $40-50 and 90 days- $100-110)
- Excess baggage charges (Limit is 9 kg per Person)
- All Accommodation and meals in Kathmandu, before and after we start our journey
- Lunch and Dinner in Pokhara.
- Hotel accommodation Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to early arrival or late departure, early return from the trek.
- Personal expense (shopping, snacks, boil bottle water, Tea, coffee, hot and cold drinks, hot shower, Alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee), extra porters etc
- Personal clothing and gear
- Travel insurance which has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation compulsory
- Tips for guide and porters (Recommended by the Culture)
- Additional costs or delays caused by out of management control, for example, landslide, weather condition, itinerary modification due to safety concerns, illness, change of government policies, strikes etc.
- All the costs and expenses which are not listed in "cost includes" will be counted as Excludes
EQUIPMENTS
The following information will give you some idea about what you need to bring for the trek. It is important you do not forget the essential items, as this will determine your comfort and safety on the trek. Equally important is that you do not burden yourself with unnecessary equipment on the trek.
General
- All season sleeping bag and down Jacket (we can provide if you need it, but has to be returned after the trek)
- Duffle bag ( Sherpa Expedition & Trekking provide duffle bag during the trek but has to be returned after the trek)
- A wind and waterproof thin layered jacket (a must-have for morning and evenings above 3,000m)
- Daypack
Upper Body- Head / Ears / Eyewear
- A pair of half gloves
- A warmer hat that covers the ears
- Sunglasses
- Neckwarmer
- Sunscreen (35 to 60 SPF)
- Headlamp and an extra set of batteries
Hands
- A pair of half gloves for walking poles(if you prefer)
- Warmer shell gloves and liner
Upper Body
- long sleeve t-shirts
- Thermal tops
- wool jacket or pullover
- Sports bras for women and girls
- Water and windproof shell jacket
Lower Body
- Thermal underwear (especially trousers)
- windproof and waterproof trousers
- warmer trousers
- Comfortable trekking pants
- Extra casual sport pants
Footwear
- A pair of good waterproof trekking boots
- Pair of sandals
- 4-5 pairs of woolen socks
- Sock liners
- Light shoes and sneakers
- First Aid Kits and Medicines
- Assorted adhesive bandages (fabric preferred)
- Blister treatment cream or similar
- Insect / anti-itch ointment
- Ibuprofen or other pain-relief medication
- Diamox (125mg to 250mg tablets for altitude sickness)
- Warps, splints, and wound coverings butterfly bandage
- Water purifying pills
(Note our company guide will carry the medicines and first aid kits during the trek. However, we recommend you bring your personal first-aid kit as well)
Miscellaneous - but must useful on the trek
- 4 passport size photos with original passport
- Water bottle & filter
- Flight details (please make a copy and leave one pic at our office in KTM because in case you want to change your flight date)
- Bathroom kit (conform, should be included toilet paper, plastic bags, hand wipes, towel, and soap, etc.)
Extra things
- Comfortable trekking poles
- Quality energy dry foods (up to you)
- Power bank and music players
- Camera (memory card, chargers, and extra batteries)
GOOD TO KNOW
Accommodation
You will be accommodated in 3-star hotels in Kathmandu. During the trek, we will be staying at lodges/ teahouses. You may find comfort and better quality teahouses - having attached bathroom at lower levels- until you reach higher elevations, where the accommodation is more basic with bare necessities.
Meals during the trek
In Kathmandu, your hotel includes breakfast, whereas all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) will be provided during the trek. A staple food of these regions is potatoes, oats, buckwheat, Sherpa stew and Tibetan bread. Sherpa’s’ started farming potatoes when the first seeds were introduced to the region in the early 90s. There is a limited choice of food at higher elevations and except many potato dishes. Potatoes are high in carbohydrates – an excellent source of energy needed at high altitudes.
Transportation
We use a private car for sightseeing and for the airport to hotel pick and drop off. We use public transportation or local buses during the trek.
Physical fitness
This can be a challenging trek where you often have to walk 6-7 hours a day. You don’t need past experience of hiking or trekking but if you have done any kind of trekking activities then it is always a plus! We have met people from all walks of life, shapes and sizes who have completed the trek. The only difficult part is when altitude sickness strikes and the effect that it can have on your body. Before leaving for Nepal it is good if you can prepare yourself physically by increasing your stamina and oxygen intake.
Remember – The better prepared – the more enjoyable your trek!
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FAQS
What is the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek?
The Tent Peak Base Camp Trek, also known as the Tharpu Chuli Base Camp Trek, is a popular trekking route in the Annapurna region of Nepal. The trek takes you through beautiful landscapes, diverse vegetation, and picturesque villages, leading to the base camp of Tent Peak (Tharpu Chuli), a popular climbing peak in the region.
How long does the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek take?
The duration of the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek can vary depending on the specific itinerary and your fitness level. Generally, it takes around 12-16 days to complete the trek. This includes trekking through various villages, forests, and terraced fields, as well as acclimatization days and the climb to Tent Peak Base Camp.
Is the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek difficult?
The Tent Peak Base Camp Trek is considered a moderately challenging trek. While it doesn't require technical climbing skills, it does involve some steep uphill sections, rocky trails, and high altitude. Prior trekking experience and a good level of fitness are recommended for this trek. The climb to Tent Peak itself requires mountaineering skills and experience.
What is the best time to do the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek?
The best time to do the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. These months offer pleasant weather, clear skies, and stable conditions for trekking and climbing. The winter months (December to February) can be extremely cold, and the monsoon season (June to August) brings heavy rainfall and less favorable trekking conditions.
Do I need a permit for the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek?
Yes, you will need a permit to do the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek. The trek falls within the Annapurna Conservation Area, so you will need to obtain the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and the TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card. These permits can be obtained through a registered trekking agency in Nepal.
Is it necessary to hire a guide and porter for the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek?
While it is not mandatory to hire a guide and porter for the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek, it is highly recommended, especially if you have limited trekking or climbing experience. A guide can provide valuable information about the trail, ensure your safety, and assist with navigation. A porter can carry your heavy backpack, allowing you to trek with less weight and conserve energy.
What are the accommodation and food options during the trek?
Accommodation during the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek is mostly in teahouses or guesthouses along the trail. These provide basic rooms with shared facilities such as bathrooms and toilets. The teahouses also serve meals, including local and basic international cuisine. As you get closer to Tent Peak Base Camp, the accommodation options may become more basic, and camping may be required.
Are there any altitude sickness risks on the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek?
The Tent Peak Base Camp Trek involves trekking to high altitudes, including the climb to Tent Peak Base Camp, which is above 4,000 meters. Therefore, there is a risk of altitude sickness. It is important to acclimatize properly by taking rest days, drinking plenty of water, and ascending gradually. If you experience any symptoms of altitude sickness, it is crucial to descend to a lower altitude and seek medical attention if necessary.
Can I do the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek solo?
While it is possible to do the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek solo, it is recommended to have prior trekking and mountaineering experience, as well as knowledge of the region and its challenges. Hiring a guide and porter can provide additional safety and support, especially during the climb to Tent Peak Base Camp. It is also important to have the necessary climbing gear and equipment if you plan to summit Tent Peak.
What should I pack for the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek?
Some essential items to pack for the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek include trekking boots, warm and layered clothing, a down jacket, a hat, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen, a water bottle, a first aid kit, trekking poles, a good quality backpack, a sleeping bag suitable for cold temperatures, and climbing gear if you plan to summit Tent Peak. It is also advisable to carry some snacks, water purification tablets, and cash, as ATM facilities may be limited along the trail. Additionally, consult with your guide or trekking agency for any specific equipment requirements.
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Charm Sotto
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November 2, 2023
A Thrilling Adventure in the Himalayas
The Tent Peak Base Camp Trek is a thrilling adventure in the Himalayas that offers a unique and challenging experience for trekkers. With its steep ascents, rugged terrain, and stunning mountain views, it is an adventure of a lifetime.
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October 16, 2023
Remote and Serene
One of the unique aspects of the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek is its remoteness and serenity. Away from the crowds, you can truly immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature, surrounded by towering peaks and untouched landscapes.
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Norway
September 19, 2023
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For those seeking a taste of mountaineering, the Tent Peak Base Camp Trek provides an exhilarating climbing experience. Scaling the Tent Peak summit offers a sense of achievement and rewards you with breathtaking views from the top.
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