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Annapurna Expedition

Annapurna Expedition

  •   Nepal
  •   Mountaineering
  •   Extrime
  •   37-Day
  •   8,091M
Annapurna Expedition
  • Annapurna Expedition

Overview of Annapurna Expedition

Annapurna I (8,091m) is the 10th highest peak in the world and the first 8,000m mountain ever summited (1950). Located in north-central Nepal, it’s notorious for its technical difficulty, high avalanche risk, and steep terrain, making it one of the most dangerous 8,000ers with a low summit success rate 128. The standard route is via the Northwest Face, requiring advanced mountaineering skills, acclimatization, and meticulous logistics 

Trip Facts

  • Activities

    Mountaineering

  • Starting Price

    USD 35000 to 45000

  • Accommodation

    Hotels (Kathmandu/Pokhara), Tea Houses (trekking), Tented Camps (base camp/high camps)

  • Max. Altitude

    8,091M

  • Best Season

    Autumn

  • Trip Hours/Day

    5-6 hrs

  • Trip Grade

    Extrime

  • Group Size

    5 to 16

Highlights & Attractions

  • Summit Achievement: Conquer the "Goddess of Harvest," a lifelong mountaineering milestone
  • iodiversity: Trek through the Annapurna Conservation Area, spotting red pandas, snow leopards, and rhododendron forests
  • Cultural Immersion: Interact with Gurung and Magar communities in traditional villages
  • Scenic Views: Panoramic vistas of Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and the Annapurna massif
  • Helicopter Transfers: Some expeditions offer flights to base camp (4,190m) to avoid arduous approaches

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  • Trip Itinerary
  • Include & Excludes
  • Trip Notes
  • Reviews

Trip Itinerary

  • Day 01-3: Arrival & Preparation in Kathmandu
    Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,365m); transfer to hotel. Free time or rest..
    Day 2: Sightseeing (4 UNESCO sites: Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square) and gear check ..
    Day 3: Final briefing, permits, and packing.
  • Day 4–7: Travel to Trek Starting Point & Acclimatization
    Day 4: Drive to Beni (8–10 hours) via Pokhara.
    Day 5: Trek to Tatopani (1,070m; 22km, 8–9 hours) .
    Day 6: Trek to Ghasa (2,010m; 13km, 4–5 hours) .
    Day 7: Short trek to Lete (2,480m; 7km, 3 hours) .
  • Day 08-10: Approach to Base Camp
    Day 8: Trek to Dhulo Bukhing (3,260m; 14km, 5 hours)
    Day 9: Trek to Phang Base (3,900m; 14km, 5 hours)
    Day 10: Reach North Annapurna Base Camp (4,190m; 4km, 12 hours)
  • Day 11–31: Summit Period (20-Day Window)
    lexible schedule based on weather, team fitness, and route conditions
    Includes rotations to higher camps (Camps 1–4), acclimatization, and summit push
    Technical sections: Icefalls, fixed ropes, and steep ridges
    Summit day: Midnight start; 12+ hours to reach the top
  • Day 32–34: Return to Kathmandu
    Day 32: Descend to Dhulo Bukhing
    Day 33: Trek to Lete
    Day 34: Jeep drive to Kathmandu (9 hours)
  • Day 35–37: Celebration & Departure
    Day 35: Free day in Kathmandu
    Day 36: Success party
    Day 37: Airport transfer

Package Includes

  • Expedition Logistics & Permits
  • Guide & Support Team
  • Accommodation & Meals
  • .Oxygen & Medical Support
  • Transportation & Flights
  • Training & Acclimatization
  • Equipment & Gear Support

Package Excludes

  • International flights & Nepal visa
  • Personal climbing gear (down suit, boots, harness – ~$10,000–$20,000)
  • Travel insurance (mandatory, ~$2,000+
  • Tips for staff (~$500–$1,000)
  • Extra oxygen bottles ($800 each if needed beyond provided quota)
  • Any other services which are not mentioned in the “Service Includes”.
  • Kathmandu accommodation

Trip Notes

Considerations

  1. Safety: High fatality rate (32%); avalanches and technical climbing require expert guides 68.

  2. Permits: Climbing permits and liaison officer mandatory 37.

  3. Gear: Full high-altitude kit (e.g., down suit, ice axes, oxygen masks) 58.

  4. Logistics: Some operators use helicopters for faster access (e.g., Pokhara to Base Camp) 

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