Annapurna is the 10th highest mountain in the world and was the first 8000m peak to be climbed. It was first summited in 1950 by Maurice Herzog and Louis Lachenal. It was not until 1970 that Annapurna was summited again. In the autumn of 1999 there were 120 expedition to Annapurna. 106 climbers reached the summit. 54 climbers never came back.
However, I am assuming you are more interested in trekking the Annapurna region , so most of this information will pertain to trekkers considering this trip.
When To Climb
The usual trekking season in Nepal is from October to May. The rest of the year is the monson season and is not desirable for either trekking or expeditions. Besides the cold and rain, leeches are a problem during the monsoons. If you are going to be trekking to Annapurna, October and November are the best months.
Mountain Conditions
Trekking possibilities are quite varied, but most will start at Pokhara. The circuit trek to the Annapurna Sanctuary will take at least 10 days, but allow 14 to have time to enjoy it and to allow for unforseen events. The route up the narrow Modi Khola river valley is quite wet and slippery and quite steep in a few places. It can be a bit dangerous. The trail up to the Annapurna basecamp is a more serious undertaking.
» Itinerary Details:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfers to Hotel hotel rest of time free leisure, overnight hotel.
Day 02: Fullday Kathmandu city sightseeing, overnight Hotel.
Day 03: Kathmandu free and preparation.
Day 04: Official works for expedition and briefing by officer ofMinistry of Tourism.
Day 05: Kathmandu to Pokhara by reserve Bus and transfers to Hotel.
Day 06: Pokhara – Beni by reserve Bus then trek to Galeshwor. Teahouse Lodge/Tented Camp
Day 07: Galeshwor – Tatopani. Teahouse Lodge/Tented Camp
Day 08: Tatopani – Ghasa Village. Teahouse Lodge/Tented Camp
Day 09: Ghasa – Lete. Teahouse Lodge/Tented Camp
Day 10: Lete rest and preparation for walk up to BC. Teahouse Lodge/Tented Camp
Day 11: Lete – Dhulo Bukhing. Tented Camp
Day 12: Dhulo Bukhing – Phang Base Camp. Tented Camp
Day 13: Phang Base Camp – Annapurna I Base Camp. Tented Camp
Day 14 -30: Climbing period of Annapurna ( I ) 8,091m. Tented Camp
Day 31: Cleaning Base Camp and trek back to Phang BC. Tented Camp
Day 32: Phang Base Camp – Dhulo Bukhing. Tented Camp
Day 33: Lete – Ghasa. Teahouse Lodge/Tented Camp
Day 34: Ghasa – Tatopani. Teahouse Lodge/Tented Camp
Day 35: Tatopani – Ghorepani. Teahouse Lodge/Tented Camp
Day 36: Ghorepani – Tirkhedhunga. Teahouse Lodge/Tented Camp
Day 37: Tirkhedhunga – Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara, transfer to Hotel.
Day 38: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel and evening farewell dinner.
Day 39: Kathmandu Free leisure/ shopping overnight Hotel.
Day 40:Departur, transfer to airport flight onward.
Incuded on Cost
Accommodation in Kathmandu with bed & Breakfast (3 star Hotel)
Permit fee of Annapurna 1 (8091m) Expedition Food for Trekking and Expedition period
Staff: Base camp Guide , Cook, Cook helper, Drive Kathmandu - Pokhara & Beni, Porters from Galeshor to Annapurna North Base camp
Equipment allowance, daily allowance for Liaison officer, expedition crew
Insurance for Nepalese expedition crew.
1 tent for 1 person for Expedition Mat, dining tent, Toilet tent, Mess tent, Store tent, Table and chairs trekking for the expedition
Local transportation in Kathmandu (Airport-hotel-airport)
Emergency Oxygen -Mask and regulator
Satellite phone (Pay calls)
Wellfare dinner
Cost Does Not Includes
PERSONAL equipment for climbing & trekking
Personal & medical Insurance of expedition
Climbing food, Gas & stove above Base camp
Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
Emergency Rescue evacuation by helicopter incase needed
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