Arrival in Kathmandu
KathmanduArrive at Kathmandu airport (1,345 m). Overnight at hotel.


Summit Tent Peak (Tharpu Chuli, 5,695m) from inside the Annapurna Sanctuary. ABC approach through Gurung villages, base camp at the foot of the peak, and a snow/ice summit with 360-degree views of the Annapurna amphitheatre. 18 days, from USD 2,175.
Tent Peak's summit sits inside the Annapurna Sanctuary, giving you a 360-degree view of the amphitheatre from above. Annapurna I's south face, Machhapuchhre's twin fins, and the Gangapurna glacier are all below eye level from the top.
The approach via the ABC trail means you get the full sanctuary experience (Gurung villages, bamboo forest, Jhinu hot springs) before the climbing section begins.
At 5,695m, Tent Peak is lower than Island Peak or Mera Peak, making it a good introductory climbing peak for trekkers who want to step up from the ABC trek.
Tent Peak Climbing (Tharpu Chuli, 5,695m) is a 18-day expedition that follows the Annapurna Base Camp trail into the Annapurna Sanctuary, then climbs Tent Peak from a base camp near ABC. The peak sits inside the sanctuary amphitheatre, surrounded by Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre, Gangapurna, and Hiunchuli. The summit route involves snow and ice with fixed ropes on the upper section.
The approach follows the standard ABC trail through Chhomrong, Deurali, and Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m). Tent Peak base camp is established nearby. The climbing route ascends a snow and ice face to the summit ridge.
Permits: ACAP, TIMS, NMA peak permit. All included.
For the ABC trek without the peak climb, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is 13 days (USD 1,275). For a higher Annapurna region peak, Chulu West Peak (6,419m) is climbed from the circuit side.
18 days from Kathmandu arrival to departure. Hover any day for full details.
Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1,345 m). Overnight at hotel.
Pre-trip meeting and sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. Overnight at hotel.
Drive to Pokhara (900 m) by bus, approximately 7 hours. Overnight at hotel.
Drive to Nayapul (1,010 m) and trek to Tikhedhunga (1,570 m), approximately 3 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Ghorepani (2,840 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Morning hike to Poon Hill (3,210 m) and trek to Tadapani (2,610 m). Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Chomrong (2,140 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Dovan (2,500 m), approximately 5.5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Deurali (3,200 m), approximately 4 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Tent Peak Base Camp (4,400 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Trek to High Camp (approximately 5,000 m). Overnight at tented camp.
Summit Tent Peak (5,695 m) and return to Base Camp. Overnight at tented camp.
Trek to Deurali (3,200 m), approximately 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Chomrong (2,140 m), approximately 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Trek to Nayapul (1,010 m), approximately 5 hours, and drive to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel.
Drive back to Kathmandu (1,345 m). Overnight at hotel.
Transfer to the international airport for your final flight departure.
Airport to hotel to airport pickup and drop-off by private car, van, or bus.
Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three or four-star hotel in Kathmandu (3 nights), breakfast included.
Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a two or three-star hotel in Pokhara (3 nights), breakfast included.
Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private car, van, or bus.
Standard meals as per itinerary (14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, and 10 dinners).
Hot drinks during tented camping.
Twin-sharing teahouse, lodge, and tented accommodation during the trek and peak climb (7 nights in guesthouses and 3 nights in tented camp).
A government-licensed English-speaking guide for the trek and Tent Peak climb.
The required number of staff and porters to carry your luggage.
Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all trekking staff.
Annapurna Conservation Area permit.
Tent Peak climbing permit.
Garbage deposit fee.
General climbing equipment such as rope, ice screws, and snow bars.
Down jacket and sleeping bag provided by Mountain Hawk (to be returned after the trek).
Surface transfer from and to Kathmandu.
All applicable government taxes.
Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu.
Travel insurance (compulsory).
Nepal entry visa fee.
Alcoholic, hot, and cold drinks, and laundry.
Personal trekking and climbing equipment.
Tips for trekking staff and driver (tipping is expected).
Sightseeing and monument entrance fees.
Any other expenses not mentioned in the Price Includes section.
Dear Guest, We kindly offer the option of a flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back at an additional cost of US$200 per person (US$100 for one way). Additionally, should you require extra accommodation in Kathmandu, including breakfast, the rates are US$60 per person per night for a single room and US$35 per person per night for a double (twin sharing) room.
Three reasons this trek stays with you long after the plane home.
Summit view from inside the Annapurna Sanctuary amphitheatre. 360 degrees of 7,000m and 8,000m peaks.
Combines the full ABC trek experience with a peak climb. Village culture, forest, and then mountaineering.
Lower than Island Peak or Mera Peak (5,695m vs 6,189m/6,476m), making altitude more manageable.
A few things worth knowing before you commit. No sugar-coating, no surprises on day one.
You want to combine the ABC trek with a peak climbing experience inside the sanctuary.
You have basic mountaineering skills: crampon use and fixed rope ascending.
You can handle 18 days including the ABC approach and a summit attempt.
Maximum altitude is 5,695m. Prior experience above 4,500m is recommended.
Budget is USD 2,175 including NMA permit, climbing Sherpa, and camping gear.
The full kit that's built from years on the trail. Skip it at your own risk, bring it and you'll never think about it again.
Climbing boots
Harness
Crampons
Ice axe
Tapes and slings
Carabiners
Ice screws
Snow bars
Rock pegs
Helmet
Climbing rucksack
Day bag
Kit bag
Ascenders
Descenders
Base layer t shirts
Long sleeved cotton and woollen shirts
Long wool underwear
Cotton hiking shorts
Warm climbing trousers
Lightweight fleece
Fleece or wool mid layer
Down high altitude sleeping bag
Sleeping pad or thermarest
Light athletic socks and wool climbing socks
Lightweight thermal and insulated ski gloves
Head torch with spare batteries
Waterproof climbing jacket
Down jacket and trousers
Climbing sunglasses
Sun cream
Sun hat
Gaiters
Tight fitting, figure-hugging clothing, such as those made with Lycra can often be offensive to locals, especially on women. If you find these items comfortable as a base layer then please pack something to wear over the top of them.
Still have questions? Tap through the answers below or reach out directly. We reply within the hour.
Real reviews from real trekkers who have walked this exact route. No curation, no edits.