Annapurna Expedition (8091m)
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Al Shalal Travels
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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The Annapurna Massif, stretching approximately 55 kilometers, comprises a collection of over 30 mountain peaks, including notable summits like Annapurna I, II, III, IV, and Gangapurna. Standing tall as the highest peak in the massif, Annapurna I reaches an elevation of 8091 meters, securing its position as the tenth highest mountain globally. The region boasts over 16 peaks surpassing 7000 meters and approximately 13 peaks exceeding 6000 meters in height. Annapurna I is renowned for its treacherous nature, earning a reputation as one of the most perilous mountains to climb, following in the footsteps of Kanchenjunga and K2. The ascent of Annapurna presents formidable challenges, including steep climbs, traversing glaciers, and navigating the constant risk of avalanches, often necessitating the use of fixed ropes for safety. The hostile conditions expose climbers to severe frostbite and gangrene, amplifying the inherent dangers of the climb. In 1950, Annapurna I witnessed its first successful ascent via the Southeast ridge by a French expedition led by Maurice Herzog and Louis Lachenal, among others, marking a historic milestone in mountaineering. Subsequently, in 1970, a British expedition led by Chris Bonington achieved the remarkable feat of scaling the daunting south face of Annapurna, further cementing its reputation as a formidable yet alluring challenge for mountaineers.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. — Food
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Day 2Trip preparation and city tour of Kathmandu or Patan and Bhaktapur. Trip preparation and city tour of Kathmandu or Patan and Bhaktapur. — Food
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Day 3Final preparation day in Kathmandu for expedition. Final preparation day in Kathmandu for expedition. —
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Day 4Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about seven hours. Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about seven hours. — Food
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Day 5Drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Tatopani Drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Tatopani —
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Day 6Trek from Tatopani to Lete Trek from Tatopani to Lete —
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Day 7Trek from Lete to Thulobugin Trek from Lete to Thulobugin —
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Day 8Trek from Thulobugin to Hum Khola Trek from Thulobugin to Hum Khola —
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Day 9Trek from Hum Khola to Miristi Khola Trek from Hum Khola to Miristi Khola —
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Day 10Trek from Miristi Khola to Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Miristi Khola to Annapurna Base Camp —
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Day 1140: Climbing Period of Annapurna I Climbing Period of Annapurna I — Food
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Day 41Garbage collection and Base Camp clean up day. Garbage collection and Base Camp clean up day. —
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Day 42Trek down to Thulo Bugin from Base Camp. Trek down to Thulo Bugin from Base Camp. —
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Day 43Trek from Thulobugin to Lete. Trek from Thulobugin to Lete. —
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Day 44Trek from Lete to Ghasa. Trek from Lete to Ghasa. —
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Day 45Trek from Ghasa to Tatopani. Trek from Ghasa to Tatopani. —
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Day 46Drive from Tatopani to Pokhara. Drive from Tatopani to Pokhara. —
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Day 47Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about seven hours. Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about seven hours. —
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Day 48Free day in Kathmandu for shopping and recreation. Free day in Kathmandu for shopping and recreation. —
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Day 49Departure —
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What's included in your experience
Included
- a) Kathmandu
- Pick-up and drop-off service
- All airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
- Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu
- 5 night hotel accommodation with breakfast at 5 star standards hotel
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu
- One full day city sightseeing in and around Kathmandu valley with private A/C vehicle and English speaking tour guide including entrance fees
- Farewell Dinner
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
- Souvenir
- b) Trekking/Climbing
- Land transportation
- Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu by a/c deluxe tourist bus and Pokhara-Tatopani and Tatopani to Pokhara by 4–WD Jeep
- All permits
- Expedition Royalty and permit of Nepal Government to climb Mt. Annapurna (8091 m), Entry Permits for Annapurna Conservation Area and TIMS card
- Porters
- Porter per member up to Base Camp from Tatopani and from Base Camp to Tatopani
- Base Camp Staffs
- Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen helpers as per group size
- Staff Salary and allowance
- All involved Nepalese staffs & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipments, foods & clothing
- Insurance
- Medical & Emergency rescue insurance for all involved Nepalese staffs during the entire trip as per government rule
- Liaison Officer
- 1 Government Liaison officer with full equipments, salary, accommodation and insurance as per government rule
- Garbage Management Fee
- Garbage transfer & garbage disposal fees as per government rule
- Base Camp equipments
- Foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning tent, 1 Kitchen tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower tents, 1 Staffs tent, 1 tent for Nepalese Base Camp staffs, store tents, Tables, chairs & necessary cooking gears like Epi gas, high pots, stove, etc.
- High Camp services
- High altitude tents at (C1) (C2) (C3) (C4), high altitude appropriate food for member, Sherpa and all climbing and cooking crews
- Ropes
- All required fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing
- Rope Fixing Team
- The team of experienced Sherpa will fix the route on Annapurna (no extra charge will be applied to members)
- High Altitude Climbing Sherpa
- Personal climbing guide/Sherpa (1 climbing member will have 1 climbing guide who is trained, experienced and Government license holder)
- Climbing Sherpa Salary & Allowance
- Salary, equipments, meals and clothing for climbing guide
- Bonus
Not included
- Lunch & Dinner
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from trekking / expedition than the scheduled itinerary)
- Extra night in Kathmandu
- Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking / expedition due to any reason than the scheduled itinerary)
- Travel Insurance
- Medical and personal high risk travel insurance which should cover helicopter evacuation cost and medical treatment cost incase required
- Rescue Evacuation
- Medical and emergency rescue evacuation cost if required (Rescue, Repatriation, Helicopter, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs)
- Personal Expenses
- Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages (However we will provide soft drinks for members at base camp)
- Personal Equipments
- Clothing, packing items or bags, personal medical kit, personal trekking /climbing Gears
- Toiletries
- Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and your other personal items used to keep yourself clean
- Filming
- Permit fee for special filming by using camera or drone
- Internet
- Internet service is available with extra charge during the trek and Base Camp
- Summit Bonus
- Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa (Normally US$1300 applies to full board member)
- Tips
- Tips for Base Camp and other involved staffs
- Service above Base Camp
- If you are taking just Base Camp services, then there will be zero service from company above base camp
- Rope Fixing
- The cost for using fixed rope during the expedition will apply to base camp service users
- Extra Services
- Any other services or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary
Essential trip information
Accommodation
Camp
Fitness & eligibility
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Meeting point
Kathmandu
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