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Annapurna Sanctuary, Nepal / Peak climbing

Tent Peak / Tharpu Chuli

Approach Tent Peak through the Annapurna Sanctuary, combining mountain lodges with dedicated climbing camps.

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Tharpu Chuli seen from Annapurna Base Camp
Tharpu Chuli seen from Annapurna Base Camp.
Duration
18 daysOutline programme
Summit objective
5,663 mRoute objective
Season
Spring / AutumnAsk for current dates
Experience
Technical peak climbingPeak climbing

A closer look at the journey.

Tent Peak, or Tharpu Chuli, sits within the Annapurna Sanctuary, surrounded by the larger walls of the massif. The approach follows the Modi Khola valley past Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp before moving to tented climbing camps. The summit objective brings glacier and snow climbing into a familiar trekking landscape.

The programme combines an approach trek with time for climbing preparation and a summit attempt. Snow, glacier conditions and weather can change the route and daily plan. Tell us about your mountain experience before booking so that we can agree the equipment, guiding and preparation needed for this particular climb.

  • Annapurna Sanctuary approach
  • Machhapuchhre and Annapurna base camp areas
  • Dedicated Tharpu Chuli climbing camps

The route, day by day.

This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.

Day 1-2Kathmandu preparation

Arrive, meet the team and prepare the climbing equipment.

Day 3Travel to Pokhara

Reach Pokhara by the agreed road or air connection.

Day 4-6Enter the Modi Khola valley

Drive to the trail and trek through Tolka and Jhinu Danda towards Dovan.

Day 7-8Annapurna Sanctuary

Continue via Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp.

Day 9-10Tharpu Chuli Base Camp

Move to the climbing base and allow time for preparation and acclimatization.

Day 11-12High camp and summit attempt

Establish a higher camp and attempt the summit in suitable conditions before returning towards Annapurna Base Camp.

Day 13-15Descent to Pokhara

Return through Sinuwa and Ghandruk to the road connection and Pokhara.

Day 16Return to Kathmandu

Travel to Kathmandu, allowing flexibility for the chosen connection.

Day 17Kathmandu reserve day

Allow time for rest or delays during the mountain programme.

Day 18Departure

Transfer for your onward journey.

A clear plan and quotation.

Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.

Services to discuss

  • Agree the permit arrangements and in-country transport in your quotation.
  • Agree the guiding, porter support and responsibilities on the mountain.
  • Agree accommodation, camp facilities and the meals provided at each stage.
  • Agree shared climbing equipment, communications and emergency arrangements.

Budget separately

  • International travel, entry documents and costs outside the agreed programme.
  • Personal climbing equipment and insurance appropriate to the itinerary.
  • Personal spending, tips and any separately agreed climbing staff bonuses.
  • Additional accommodation, transport or evacuation costs if plans change.

Before you set out.

Strong trekking fitness and preparation for roped snow and glacier travel are required; the climbing route depends on current conditions.

Accommodation: Hotels in Kathmandu, trekking lodges or approach camps, and tented climbing camps.

Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.

Is the summit attempt on a fixed day?

The itinerary gives a climbing window. Your guide will adjust the attempt, rest days and descent to the conditions and the team. Reaching the summit cannot be guaranteed.

What experience should I discuss before booking?

Strong trekking fitness and preparation for roped snow and glacier travel are required; the climbing route depends on current conditions. Share details of your recent climbs, altitude experience and rope skills so that we can assess the preparation and support required.

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