Annapurna I Expedition (8,091m)

Annapurna was first climbed by M. Herzog & L. Lachenal in 1950.The name "Annapurna" is a sanskrit word which when broken down, would mean, "Sustenance" and "filled with". So the name would translate into "The Goddess rich in Sustenance" or simply "The Provider".The main summit stands to the west of the Annapurna Sanctuary.It was the first eight thousanders to be climbed, this feat was accomplished by the French.

However, all the routes on the Annapurna I is more techincal,hence it is probably why fewer climbers have reached the summit in comparison to other 8000m peaks in Nepal.

Fixed Departure Date

Sept. 10, 2008 – April 07, 2009

Itinerary Outline

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free and preparation.
Day 03: Official works for expedition and briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
Day 04: Kathmandu – Beni Bazaar 820m. by reserve Bus and transfers to Hotel.
Day 05: Beni – Tatopani 1189m.
Day 06: Tatopani – Ghasa Village 2084m.
Day 07: Ghasa – Lete 2480m.
Day 08: Lete rest and preparation for walk up to B. C.
Day 09: Lete – Dhulo Bukhing.
Day 10: Dhulo Bukhing Pass 4281m. – Phang Base Camp.
Day 11: Phang Base Camp – Annapurna I Base Camp.
Day 12 -31: Climbing period of Annapurna 1st 8,091m.
Day 32: Cleaning Base Camp and trek back to Phang B. C.
Day 33: Phang Base Camp – Dhulo Bukhing.
Day 34: Lete – Ghasa.
Day 35: Ghasa – Tatopani.
Day 36: Tatopani – Beni Bazaar.
Day 37: Beni – Kathmandu by reserve Bus then transfer to Hotel.
Day 38: Kathmandu Free.
Day 39: Kathmandu Free.
Day 40: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

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Service includes:

• All land transportation: Airport /Hotel/Airport, trekking, expedition pick up & drop.
• 5 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu at a tourist class Hotel on bed & breakfast plan as per given itinerary.
• Transport as per itinerary for members, staff and Liaison Officer.
• Transportation of all food and climbing equipments to base camp and back.
• Peak permit fee.
• Full board basis during the trekking.
• All kitchen equipments; kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, shower tent, chairs and tables at the base camp.
• Cook and Kitchen boys at the base camp.
• Base camp tents for members and staff.
• Per Person 50 KG. Equipment’s luggage / barrels allowed till to Base Camp.
• Equipment allowance, wages and insurance for base camp staff and Liaison Officer.
• National Park Conservation Fee.
• Air fare: KTM/Lukla/ KTM & domestic airport tax with Cargo fees.
• Satellite phone (Pay calls).
• Visa extension.
• Emergency Oxygen -Mask and regulator.
• Helicopter rescue insurance for Nepalese staff.
• Agency service charges.

Service does not include:

• Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
• Airfare from / to your country.
• Nepal entry visa fee. (Can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
• Hotel after 5 nights stay in Kathmandu.
• Service above Base Camp.
• Drinks except tea and coffee.
• Personal climbing gear and equipment above base camp.
• Walki -Takie permit & Satellite phone permit.
• Climbing Guide (Sherpa).
• Oxygen & Mask -regulator for climbing.
• Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical and emergency evacuation.
• Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods arriving to Nepal by air or road.
• Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone, etc.
• International airport departure tax & tourist tax.
• Tips and climbing bonus.
• Garbage deposit US $ 3000.00 for a team. After expedition deposit will be refundable.