Tent Peak Climbingis a popular climb often known by its alternative name of “Tharpu Chuli,” coined by Jimmy Roberts in 1956. It is situated at the heart of the Annapurna sanctuary among a few snow-clad summits in Nepal. Part of Tharpu Chuli known as the Sanctuary is an amphitheater with a range of impressive Himalayan Peaks forming a vast bowl, accessible only from the south through the Modi Khola River valley. A Japanese expedition crew ascended Tent Peak Climbing as the first summiteers in 1956. Since then, its glory has spread all over the world among mountain lovers as well as regular tourists to Nepal.
To climb the Tent Peak, the trail goes through the Annapurna sanctuary, offering wonderful views of mountain panoramas at the South Face Base Camp of Annapurna. The huge South Face of Annapurna South (7291 m), situated at the head of the Annapurna South Glacier, guards the Western flank of the Sanctuary. Right in the middle of this all is Tent Peak (5663 m), but also seeing ranges of mountains. The trek to Tent Peak Base Camp involves crossing a steep descent into the South Annapurna glacier through very rough ground among the confused mass of loose rocks of all sizes on the glacier floor. Then, it ascends up the other side of the glacier, taking almost 7 hours to reach the base camp, which lies at roughly 4500 m. However, after all this, you are rewarded with wonderful views all the way to Tent Peak. From here to High Camp (5,000 m), it takes about 4 hours to ascent.
It is very near the foot of a steep snow face that leads up to the summit ridge of Tharpu Chuli, where the surrounding peaks are presented in all their glory from their summit. The views from the summit are outstanding, with eight summits in excess of 8000 m: Annapurna I, Baraha Sikhar, Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Annapurna V, Khansar Kang, and Tarke Kang. In addition, at a height of 6993 m, it is perhaps the most beautiful peak in the region. Mt. Machhapuchhare (Fishtail Mountain) is considered a sacred mountain. The descent to base camp will take 7/8 hours in very slippery conditions. Normally climbers follow the northwestern ridge to the summit, although the mountain has been climbed via the southeastern ridge as well as the southwestern face.
Tharpu Chuli (Tent) Peak Climbing combines all the best elements of a Himalayan expedition. This trip is strenuous and demands that each participant be well-versed in alpine snow climbing skills. Additionally, it is an excellent way to explore the culture of Nepal and ascend two Himalayan peaks in the safest possible way. Collecting a bunch of Himalayan experiences, the Tent Peak climbing trip will end at Nayapul or Phedi. We at “Nepal Mother House Treks & Expedition” are glad to organize your Tent Peak Climbing trip with our experienced climbing guides and expert staff.
