Annapurna IV is
located at the view of Annapurna IV. Annapurna
IV lies in the heart of the Annapurna Himal and
is situated between the summits of Annapurna II
and Annapurna III by a spectacular ridge that
connects all three mountains. This ridge is an
amazing wall, which includes Annapurna I
(8091m), Annapurna II (7,937m), Annapurna III
(7,555m), Annapurna IV (7,525m), Gangapurna
(7,454m) and Annapurna South (7,220m). The
famous Machapuchare (fishtail) is also located
in the Annapurna Himal.
Height: 26,545
feet (8,091 meters).
Location: Nepal, Asia, Lat/Lon: 28.5667°N,
83.8333°E
Annapurna is the 10th highest mountain in the
world and was the first 8000m peak to be
climbed. It was first summited in 1950 by
Maurice Herzog and Louis Lachenal. It was not
until 1970 that Annapurna was summited again. In
the autumn of 1999 there were 120 expedition to
Annapurna. 106 climbers reached the summit. 54
climbers never came back. However, I am assuming
you are more interested in trekking the
Annapurna region , so most of this information
will pertain to trekkers considering this trip.
The usual trekking season in Nepal is from
October to May. The rest of the year is the
monson season and is not desirable for either
trekking or expeditions. Besides the cold and
rain, leeches are a problem during the monsoons.
If you are going to be trekking to Annapurna,
October and November are the best months.
Trekking possibilities are quite varied, but
most will start at Pokhara. The circuit trek to
the Annapurna Sanctuary will take at least 10
days, but allow 14 to have time to enjoy it and
to allow for unforseen events. The route up the
narrow Modi Khola river valley is quite wet and
slippery and quite steep in a few places. It can
be a bit dangerous. The trail up to the
Annapurna basecamp is a more serious
undertaking.
The Culture:
The Expedition is
one of great contrast, encompassing all the
features of the area from the terraced village
lowlands through the forests and agricultural
areas of the middle hill country to the glacial
basins of the Annapurna mountains. The trek
starts from the sub-tropical Pokhara Valley and
passes through paddy fields before gradually
ascending through terraced hillsides of wheat
and barley. At each of the villages along the
way we are warmly received by the local Gurung
and Magar peoples. The walking is sensibly paced
so we have ample opportunity to experience and
absorb local lifestyles that have changed little
over centuries. From the start we enjoy
ever-changing views of the stunning,
snow-covered Annapurna mountains. Halfway
through the trek we leave habitation behind and
walk through rhododendron and oak forests, alive
with exotic birds and beautiful flowers, to
finally emerge above the tree line at Kopra
Danda. Here we experience the stunning
wilderness scenery beneath the towering peaks of
Annapurna South (7237m) and Annapurna 1 (8091m).
To the west lies Dhaulagiri (8167m) and far
below lies the Kali Gandaki River Valley, which
is the world’s deepest. As we climb higher above
the tree line we enter a fantastic mountain
wilderness visited only by local shepherds
during the monsoon months. The truly spectacular
vista is dominated by Annapurna I (8091m) and
Dhaulagiri (8167m), the highest peaks in the
region.
Annapurna South Expedition
Itinerary.
Day 01: Arrive
Kathmandu and transfer hotel
Day 02-03: Kathmandu official work & preparation
for expedition
Day 04: Drive to Pokhara
Day 05: Drive Suikhet and trek to Pathana
Day 06: Pathana - Nayapul
Day 07: Nayapul - Deurali
Day 08: Deurali - Himalayan Hotel
Day 09: Himalayan Hotel - Machapucherre Base
camp
Day 10: Machapuchere Base - Annapurna South Base
camp
Day 11-23 Climbing Period Annapurna South.
Day 24: Annapurna South - Himalayan Hotel
Day 25: Himalayan Hotel - Deuralli
Day 26: Deurali - Ghandrung village
Day 27: Ghandrung - Birethati- Nayapul drive to
Pokhara
Day 28: Drive to Kathmandu
Day 29: Kathmandu.
Day 30: Final Departures
Cost Includes:
Nepal
Airport pickup & drop
Room in
Kathmandu
Kathmandu -Pokhara– KTM by private bus
Mat, 1 tent
for 2 persons, toilet tent, store tent,
kitchen tent & utensils up to Base camp
Meals as per
itinerary
Expedition
Royalty fee
Park fees &
permit
Daily wages
and insurance for the Nepali staff
Base Camp
guide, cook, Kitchen helper & porters
Satellite
phone (Pay calls)
Equipment
allowance, daily allowance for Liaison
officer, expedition crew
Emergency
Oxygen -Mask and regulator
Gratuities for
services provided on a personal basis.
Cost Exclude:
International
airfares, health, travel & war insurance
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 in case
needed
Walki Takie
permit & Satellite phone permit
Oxygen & Mask
-regulator for climbing
Personal
expenses
Bar Bills &
beverage
Bar bill
alcoholic beverage
Telephone
calls, laundry bills
All personal
nature expenses & tips
Emergency
evacuation by helicopter if required
High altitude
tent, food, all necessary climbing gears
Personal
equipment, etc.
All others
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