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". It was first climbed by M. Herzog & L. Lachenal in 1950. The Annapurna Himal and the Lamjung Himal stretch from the Kali Gandaki in the west to the Marshyangdi in the east. Four summits make up Annapurna with the entire massif forming a barrier on the northern side of the Pokhara Valley in Nepal. The main summit stands to the west of the Annapurna Sanctuary. Little was known about the mountain until 1949 when Dr. A. Heim from the windows of a Dakora aircraft viewed Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. The aircraft could not fly high enough for proper observation or for photographs, still the next year, June 3rd 1950, Annapurna was conquered. It was the first eight thousanders to be climbed; the French accomplished this feat. However, all the routes on the mountain pose severe difficulties and hence it is probably why fewer climbers have reached the summit in comparison to other 80000m peaks
Trip Informaton
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Activities: |
Expedition |
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Departure: |
Any day during season |
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Max Altitudes: |
8091m at Annapurna I |
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Trip Duration: |
39 days |
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Trip Grade: |
Hard |
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Accommodation: |
Teahouse on trek, hotel in city, tent in mountain |
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Meals: |
Full board on trek, breakfast in city |
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Transportation: |
Tourist bus/private car/local bus/private jeep |
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Best Season: |
September-November & March-May |
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Walking Hour |
4-6hrs per day |
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Day 01 |
Arrive in Kathmandu Airport & Transfer to Hotel |
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Day 02 |
Kathmandu Sighting |
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Day 03 |
Preparation for Permit |
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Day 04 |
Last preparation in Kathmandu |
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Day 05 |
Kathmandu to Baglung by bus |
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Day 06 |
Baglung to Beni |
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Day 07 |
Beni to Tatopani |
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Day 08 |
Tatopani to Ghasa |
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Day 09 |
Ghasa to Lete |
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Day 10 |
Lete to Dhulo Bukhing |
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Day 11 |
Dhulo Bukhing to Phang Base Camp |
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Day 12 |
Phang Base Camp to Annapurna I Base Camp |
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Day 13 -30 |
Climbing period of Annapurna I |
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Day 31 |
Base Camp to Dhulo Bukhing |
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Day 32 |
Base Camp to Dhulo Bukhing |
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Day 33 |
Lete to Ghasa |
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Day 34 |
Ghasa to Tatopani |
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Day 35 |
Tatopani to Ghorepani |
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Day 36 |
Ghorepani to Birethanti |
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Day 37 |
Birethanti to Pokhara to Kathmandu by bus |
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Day 38 |
Rest day at Kathmandu |
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Day39 |
Departure to your destination |
Note:- Above day-to-day Itinerary schedule can be changeable, According to our valuable clients intention and the situation of weather
Cost Includes:
• 6 nights hotel in Kathmandu stander 3 star hotel with BB plan
• Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu flight tickets & cargo of equipment
• Full board trekking lodge/Camping & Food for BC Expedition period
• Porter / Yak Lukla to BC & while back to Lukla
• Lukla to Everest Base Camp and Expedition Period - 1 tent for per person
• Trekking equipment Dining tent, Toilet tent, Mattresses
• All kitchen equipment for Base Camp
• Staff: Base camp 1 Guide, 1Cook, 1 Kitchen with helper
• Liaison officer's allowances equipment for Expedition, flight ticket, insurance, daily wages
• Expedition Crews's allowances for Expedition, flight ticket, insurance, daily wages
• Sagarmatha National park fees
• All transfer airport to hotel to airport
• All necessary taxes.
• Our office service charge
Cost Excludes:
• Personal accident insurance and emergency evacuation and helicopter rescue
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
• International airport tax
• Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods arriving into Nepal
• Expedition cargo
• Bar bills and Beverage
• Extra expenses for personal
• Climbing Sherpa
• Climbing bonus & summit bonus for Climbing Sherpa (If you use Climbing Sherpa)
• Garbage Deposit
• Walkie-talkie
Pre Departure Planning
Trekking in Nepal is a unique experience. So, to get maximum enjoyment you should be physically and mentally prepared. During the trek, you might have to hike approximately 5-6 hours almost everyday or 500-600m uphill or downhill. So, preparation should commence months before-walking, jogging, hiking and physical training would be very helpful. To learn more about trekking pre fitness consult our trekking fitness expertise http://www.trekprepfitness.com.au/
Food and accommodation
Meals will be provided by NEAT during the whole trek as per your service besides mentioned in city. We offer open and the choice menu in the tea house where you can select the food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our guide will recommend or take you to the guest houses which serve the hygienic and nutritious food and best accomodation. Snacks, bottle drinks including mineral water and alcohol are not included in price.
Trekking group
It would be easy for you if you have your own group if not also we can arrange a group trek according to your request. You would be joining the group in Kathmandu. If you want to have a solo trip then we are always ready to help you again with single supplement charge. We try our best to make your comfortable holiday in the beauty of Annapurna region.
Trekking guide and porters
Trekking guide are very responsible person who will assist you in your whole trek. They have a very broad knowledge about geography, Flora, Fauna, culture, himalayas and trails. Trekking guide will assist and brief all your questions and confusion during trek. The company will provide you the best and authorized guide to make your holiday. Potters are very strong and poor Nepali people who will carry all your baggage wherever you go. Don’t Forget to tip them for their service.
Acclimatization
When NEAT plan your itinerary, we take everything into consideration about the altitude and other factors to minimize the chance of getting AMS.
Altitude gains-your trek is designed to gain around 600 meters (vertical) altitude daily.
Acclimatization - rest days are included in itinerary to help your body adjust to new altitude.
Each trekker must accept responsibility and trek slowly - observe the steps at which the porters and guide walks. There are no worthwhile prizes for getting to destination in record time - generally AMS.
Treatment: Mild symptoms - staying at same altitude may resolve symptoms. If there is no improvement, descend to lower level.
Severe (HAPE + HACE) - descend immediately, as failure to do so could result in death. If symptoms persist you may need to be carried to nearest medical facility or evacuated by helicopter.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation and travel insurance. This comprehensive travel insurance provides coverage for trip cancellation and interruption, travel delays, loss of baggage and travel documents, baggage delay, medical expenses and emergency assistance.
Climate and Weather of Nepal
Climate in Nepal is diversified depends on season. From the low level to highest point of the World, it starts from hot to cold region from South to North. You can travel Nepal in any season but the best time to visit in Annapurna region is autumn & spring. If you are in autumn the weather is perfect and sky is crystal clear but in spring the weather seem little cloudy but the full blossoming Rhododendrons are awesome. In Summer visibility is poor and there is less chances to see the himalayas and in winter it is very cold in mountain but still possible to do this trip.
Nepalese Visa Requirements And Process
Before you travel to Nepal please check your passport and validity date. Passports must have at least 6 months validity after finish date of your trek. During booking, it is necessary to send us the passport copy. To travel in Nepal, you will require a visa which you can obtained from Nepalese Embassy at your country or you can get on arrival visa at the TIA airport in Kathmandu.
Here is general list of Nepalese visa fee as below and for more detail visit http://immi.gov.np/
Cost to be levied while issuing tourist visa by the Mission or entry point:
• US Dollars 25 or other convertible foreign currency equivalent thereto for 15 days multiple entry visa.
• US Dollars 40 or other convertible foreign currency equivalent thereto for 30 days multiple entry visa.
• US Dollars 100 or other convertible foreign currency equivalent thereto for 90 days multiple entry visa.
Notwithstanding anything written in above, no visa fee shall be applicable to the passport holder of member states of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) for 30 days.
Trekking Permits and Entry Charge
While you travel Annapurna region, you need to obtain the entry permits and TIMS permit. All the applicable permits and entry fees are including on the given cost except personal contribution and donations. In case of extra charge and payment, the agency will inform you.
Trekkers health and medical information
Trekkers health is very important for the tour operator as we should know your health condition before making reservation with us. To do this trek, the trekkers should have good fitness and require great stamina and good health. All our Trekking guide and potter are insurance before trekking. For the medical information you should contact your medical consult before planning your trip to Nepal.
Environmental & social concerns
NEAT is highly aware with Environmental concern and keep right ecological system. There shouldn’t be awful impact while you travel around the Annapurna region. So, we involve some campaign of cleaning trekking trails, works with KEEP project etc.
Booking procedure
Support the local company and the money directly goes to local community which helps to improve the economic condition of developing countries. Please contact us via e-mail or phone to check the availability and possibilities to book the trip in your date. We will gladly answer your each quires promptly so that you can make your decision faster.
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