This is the second highest mountain in the Annapurna Himal, after Annapurna (8091m). Annapurna II was Chris Boninington's first major climb. The impressive mountain rises 7937m seen from Pokhara. The normal route is via the West Ridge of the mountain.This is a major undertaking as it involves considerable descent,(ascent on the return!). Given the obstacle of a 3 kilometer ridge at an altitude over 7000 metres, combined with the fact that this mountain lies just below the magic 8000 metres line, may explain why it has been ascended by few expeditions.The expedition team from Yala Adventure lead by Mr. Philipp Kunz, Germany had successfully climbed Annapurna II in winter 2008( February 4th), which is the first winter expedition on the history of this mountain.
Itinerary Outline
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfers to Hotel
Day 02: A free day in Kathmandu for necessery prepairation of trek/climb
Day 03: A free day in Kathmandu, briefing in Department of Tourism
Day 04: Drive to Khudi (790m) and walk to Bhulbhule. Overnight at lodge
Day 05: Besisahar – Nagdi (1200m)
Day 06: Nagdi – Jagat (1314m)
Day 07: Jagat – Dharapani (1943m)
Day 08: Dharapani – Chame (2713m)
Day 09: Chame – Pisang (3185m)
Day 10: Pisang – Sabche Khola
Day 11: Sabche Khola – Annapurna II Base camp (4500m)
Day 12 – 28: Climbing Period Annapurna II (7937m)
Day 29: Clean up Base Camp and return to Pisang (3200m)
Day 30: Pisang - Chame
Day 31: Chane - Jagat
Day 32: Jagat - Nagdi
Day 33: Nagdi - Besisahar
Day 34: Besisahar – Kathmandu
Day 35: A free day in Kathmandu
Day 36: A free day in Kathmandu
Day 37: Transfer to Airport for the flight back
