Tharpu Chuli, located toward the south of the Annapurna South Base Camp is an attractive mountain. It is a part of the ridgeline, with a height of 5,663m/18,575ft. Tharpu Chuli is also known as Tent Peak due to its tent-shaped structure. It acts as a central driver between the semi-circle of peaks enclosing the Sanctuary. This peak is considered to be one of the easier peaks to climb. It is situated overhead the Annapurna valley is opposites to the Fishtail peak. This peak was first summited in 1964 by a Japanese group. Tharpu Chuli Peak is \known for its views of the whole Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre.
Highlights
Scenic drive to and from Kathmandu
The classic Annapurna Sanctuary trail to Tent peak base camp
The beautiful and stunning route in the Annapurna region
A magical close-up views of Annapurna and Machhapuchhre
Climb Tharpu Chuli/ Tent peak summit
Pass through traditional villages, dense forests
Diverse cultural experience and flora & fauna
One of the easier peak to climb
The warm hospitality of people in the Annapurna region
Tharpu Chuli trek is a combination of mountains glory and climbing challenge. This trek lets you rejoice in the beauty of the Annapurna region of Nepal. It a thrilling experience with somewhat low altitude and less technical sections. It goes along the Annapurna sanctuary trekking trail. Additionally, we also make our way to the Machhapuchhre and Annapurna Base Camp. i.e. not only one or two base camp, but we are also visiting more than to base camp during this trek. This trek is a perfect shot that enables you to have the most mesmerizing views of the Himalayas.
Tharpu Chuli Trek trail runs through beautiful old-growth rhododendron and oak forest. And takes you to meadows to alpine region vegetation. the alpine plants, lush forest, colourful flowers will surely mesmerize you with beauty. Moreover, trek through a dense bamboo forest, natural hot spring. Likewise, you also pass through some interesting terraced farmland. You also get to witness flora and fauna. And you also get sight of the variety of wildlife.
While trekking to Tent peak summit, you get to experience different ethnic groups. Making your way to Ghandruk, you will have a pass-through mix group culture. You cross Ghandruk, one of the largest Gurung village. Likewise, Chomrong, Dovan, Sinuwa, Deurali, Bamboo are different ethnic settlements that you pass. But, you find more Gurung village while trekking to this region. You get to know how friendly and welcoming are the people of this region. Exploring the traditional Gurung villages dotted along the way is a great experience. You get to enjoy the ethnic hospitality along with the cultural magnificence.
Additionally, you trek along the fertile Modi Khola belt. Before that, you have a scenic drive along the famous rafting river, Trishuli river. Likewise, on the way, you sight beautiful waterfalls and pass several suspension bridges. And the most fascinating experience about this journey is that you will always find snow-clad mountains in your backdrop. Also, you get to witness splendid sunrise views over the mountains.
From the top of the Tharpu Chuli/Tent Peak, you get to the mountainous environment marvelling at colourful flora. The view of high mountains including Mt. Annapurna and Mt. Dhaulagiri is mesmerizing. Besides that, the summit offers splendid views of the hanging glaciers, moraines, wild mountains. The trail as well offers the best Himalayas vistas. Hiunchuli, Baraha Shikhar, Khangsar Kang, Gangapurna along Annapurna range are inspiring and memorable.
After making it to the summit, your feeling will be to the next level. You cannot express your happiness. The view will always remain in your memory. Your easy but quite challenging trek finally, made its destination. Most important, you climb the summit of 5,663m/18,575ft.
Tent Peak/Tharpu Chuli trek is a full package trek. You get to experience everything in it. The journey is not only beautiful, but it’s also thrilling, adventurous, technical. You experience the natural grandeur with the cultural magnificence.