Annapurna Expedition
Before 1948, Nepal was not opened to the rest of the world. After 1948, its boarders were opened and the group of American ornithologist climbed this mountain first time. It was further discovered by Swiss climbers in the north east of the country. In 1949, French Federation de la Montagne negotiated with the government of Nepal for the permission to climb one of the greatest peaks of the world.
According to the Indian survey, the word Annapurna is the combination of two Sanskrit words which means filled with food. The bend of the peak contains the root of another name Durga. It is one of the names of Hindu goddess. She is the wife of lord Shiva. During the expedition, Maurice Herzog said, the closest translation of this word is goddess of heaven.
Highlight sights of Annapurna Expedition:
Annapurna I- 8091m. Annapurna II-7937m.Annapurna III-7855m, Annapurna IV- 7525m, Annapurna South 7819m, Varaha Shikhar 7847m, Himchuli 6441m,Dhaulagiri 1- 8163m, Dhaulagiri II- 7751m, Nilgiri 6940m, Thapa Peak 6015m, Tukche Peak 6920m, Machhapuchhre 6993m, Mardi Himal 5588m. Singu Chuli 6500m, Tharpu Chuli 5663m. Gangapurna 7483m, Lamjung Himal 6931m, more
Facts of Annapurna Expedition
| Country | Nepal |
| Destinatin: | Annapurna Expedition |
| Expedition Starts in: | Beni |
| Expedition Ends in: | Beni |
| Expedition Duration: | 50 Days |
| Activities: | Tours & Sightseeing, Trekking & Rock Climbing, Expedition |
| Culture: | Different Community with majority of Thakali, Tamang, Chhetri, Brahamn & Tibeten. |
| Transportation: | Private vehicle as per itinerary | Kathmandu - Pokhara - Beni - Pokhara - Kathmandu by bus |
| Accommodation: | 5 Nights in Kathmandu, 29 Nights Expedition tent, 15 Nights Camping |
| Max. Altitude: | 8091m (Annapurna I) |
| Best season in Nepal: | Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct & Nov |
| Mode of Trekking: | Camping |
| Group Size: | Min 02 PAX, Max 12 PAX |
Annapurna Expedition
Itinerary for Annapurna Expedition
| Days | Day to Day Activities |
|---|---|
| 01 | Arrive Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel |
| 02 | Kathmandu, Prepare expedition |
| 03 | Kathmandu - Briefing in Ministry |
| 04 | Drive to Pokhara - Beni & Galeshowe |
| 05 | Galeshor - Tatopani |
| 06 | Tatopani - Ghasa |
| 07 | Ghasa to Lete and River side |
| 08 | River side to Jungle camp |
| 09 | Jungle camp to Miristi Khola |
| 10 | Miristi Khala - Annapurna North Base camp |
| 11 -40 | Climbing Peried of Annapurna 1 (8091m) |
| 41 | Annapurna Base camp to Miristi Khola |
| 42 | Miristi Khola - Jungle Camp |
| 43 | Jungle Camp to Lete |
| 44 | Late to Tatopani |
| 45 | Tatopani - Beni |
| 46 | Beni to Pokhara by drive |
| 47 | Pokhara |
| 48 | Drive to fly to Kathmandu |
| 49 | Kathmandu |
| 50 | Final Departure |
Annapurna Expedition Service Includes
- 5 Nights accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with bed & Breakfast (4 star) (Click for Hotel)
- Permit fee of Annapurna Expedition and Annapurna conservation fee
- Food for Trekking and Expedition period for Mt Annapurna
- Staff: Base camp Guide , Cook, Cook helper
- Porters or Beni to Base camp & Base camp to Beni
- Kathmandu –Pokhara – Beni – Pokhara – Kathamndu
- Equipment allowance, daily allowance for Liaison officer, expedition crew
- Insurance for Nepalese expedition crew.
- 1 tent for 1 person for Expedition north face brand
- 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)
- are Well dinner
Annapurna Expedition Service Excludes
- 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.
- Walki Takie permit & Satellite phone permit.
- Oxygen & Mask -regulator.
- Personal expenses.
- Bar Bills & beverage.
- Garbage Deposit USD 4000.00 (Sharing of the total person) and Deposit fee will be not refunded if the clients (climber) don't take back their garbage in Kathmandu.
- Guided sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley with all applicable entrance fees as per our itinerary. (Click for tour in Kathamndu)
Advice for tipping and bonus for Sherpa
- USD 80 -140 for general non-Sherpa crew and he/she must stay at base camp
- USD 110 -220for Sherpa who accompany you up to the base camp
- USD 400 -700 for Sherpa who accompany you up to the top of the summit
Single Supplementary US$ 400 per person (Includes single hotel room in Kathmandu , single room/tent on trek, single tent at Base Camp)
Annapurna Expedition Royalty
Classification of Himalaya : Other peaks above 8000m (Except Everest)
| Expedition Permit Fee | Spring Season | Autumn season |
|---|---|---|
| One climber | 5,000 | 2,500 |
| Two climbers | 6,000 | 3,000 |
| Three climbers | 7,000 | 3,500 |
| Four climbers | 8,000 | 4,000 |
| Five climbers | 8,500 | 4,250 |
| Six climbers | 9,000 | 4,500 |
| Seven climbers | 10,000 | 5,000 |
| Each additional up to 15 | 1,500 | 1,000 |
Client Testimonials
Namadste!
While doing trek in the khumbu region, we will witness the different views of mountains such as Kwangde, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, the "horse saddle" of Kanteiga and of course the summit of Everest itself. We take a short rest for a while and it allows us little time for acclimatization. Here, you prepare yourself to explore the ascent of kalapatthar which is an altitude of 5545m. While climbing down from Lobuche, you will see some glacial moraine until the peak comes into view. Finally, you will be witnessing the north face of Mt. Everest . We return through a different route through Panboche to Lukla. We catch a flight for Kathmandu from Lukla.
micke, USA
