Mt. Annapurna 4th Expedition, Climbing Annapurna 4th, Annapurna 4th Base Camp, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna 4th Information

Trip Overview

Departure Detail
Spring Season                                                                                Autumn Season
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 07, 2024                              Kathmandu Arrival Date: October 07, 2024
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 10, 2024                Expedition Fixed Departure Date: Oct. 10, 2024

Mt. Annapurna 4th located in the heart of the Annapurna mountain range 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 (809m.), Annapurna II (7,937m.), Annapurna III (7,555m.), Annapurna IV (7,525m.) and Annapurna South (7,220m.). The famous Machhapuchhre (fishtail 6,993m.) is also located in the Annapurna range. Above Camp I the route from Camp 2 to Camp 3 becomes steeper requiring fixed rope on some of the more difficult sections including a bergschrund that has to be crossed. Camp 3 is at an elevation of 20,500 ft and sits at the junction of the North Ridge and Summit Ridge. It sits on the "Dome" of Annapurna IV and affords us an incredible view of the Summit Ridge. At the crest 6,483m. we will place our Camp III. Here the route turns sharp east and follows the Annapurna crest to the summit of Annapurna IV. It was first climbed in 1955 by a German expedition led by Heinz Steinmetz via the North Face and Northwest Ridge. The summit party comprised Steinmetz, Harald Biller and Jürgen Wellenkamp.

The summit day above Camp III is long but not too technically difficult. However, there are some steep knife-edged ridges and cornices to negotiate so don’t think this will be easy. Above Camp I the slopes lay back. Glacier travel skills will come into play as we wind our way to the top of the buttress, establishing around 6,000m (19, 800'). Camp II we will have spectacular views of the North Face of Annapurna II. From Camp II we continue upward till we reach the east-west crest of the Annapurna Himal. At this point the team will decide whether to place one more camp along the summit ridge or make summit attempts from Camp 3. The climb along the Summit Ridge affords us beautiful views of the Annapurna Sanctuary. It is a spectacular place to be. The climbing on this section will be very demanding as we will be climbing some steep sections on the Summit Ridge proper as well as traversing some steep slopes below the summit. We may also encounter some rock on the summit pyramid.

Note:
If you have your own private group or team, please e-mail us to know the price and details of expedition.
If you are alone and looking for a group to join then visit our fix-departure expedition information.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: Spring

07 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
08 April - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu and preparation.
09 April - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
10 April - Day 04: Drive to Besi Shahar (7,90m.) then transfer to Lodge.
11 April - Day 05: Besi Shahar – Chame Village (2,713m.).
12 April - Day 06: Trek to – Pisang Village (3,185m.).
13 April - Day 07: Pisang – Sabche Khola. Tented Camp
14/15 April Day 08/09: Sabche Khola – Annapurna 4th Base Camp (4,500m.).
16 April/02 May - Day 10/26: Climbing Period of Mt. Annapurna 4th (7,525m.).
03 May - Day 27: Clean up Base Camp and trek back to Mananag Village (3,351m.)
04 May - Day 28: Manang – Thorung Phedi (4,010m.)
05 May - Day 29: Thorung Phedi – Thorung-La pass (5,416m.) – Muktinath (3,802m.).
06 May - Day 30: Muktinath – Jomsom (2,713m.).
07 May - Day 31: Jomsom – Beni Bazar (820m.) by drive then transfer to Lodge.
08 May - Day 32: Drive from Beni – Pokhara (915m.) and transfer to Hotel.
09 May - Day 33: Drive to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
10 May - Day 34: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
11 May - Day 35: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: Autumn

07 October - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
08 October - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu and preparation.
09 October - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
10 October - Day 04: Drive to Besi Shahar (7,90m.) then transfer to Lodge.
11 October - Day 05: Besi Shahar – Chame (2,713m.).
12 October - Day 06: Trek to – Pisang Village (3,185m.).
13 October - Day 07: Pisang – Sabche Khola. Tented Camp
14/15 October - Day 08/09: Sabche Khola – Set up Annapurna 4th Base Camp (4,500m.).
16 Oct./01 Nov. Day 10/26: Climbing Period of Mt. Annapurna 4th (7,525m.).
02 November - Day 27: Clean up Base Camp and trek back to Mananag Village (3,351m.).
03 November - Day 28: Manang – Thorung Phedi (4,010m.)
04 November - Day 29: Thorung Phedi – Thorung-La pass (5,416m.) – Muktinath (3,802m.).
05 November - Day 30: Muktinath – Jomsom (2,713m.).
06 November - Day 31: Jomsom – Beni Bazar (820m.) by drive then transfer to Lodge.
07 November - Day 32: Drive from Beni – Pokhara (915m.) and transfer to Hotel.
08 November - Day 33: Drive to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
09 November - Day 34: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
10 November - Day 35: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Service Includes up to Base Camp

All land transportation by Car, Toyota Hiace, Local Jeep or, Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel, 1 night in Pokhara on Bed and Breakfast plan (before and after expedition).
Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp and back.
Full board in lodges during trekking to base camp and back.
Base Camp single sleeping tent, Mattress for each member, BC staffs and Liaison officer.
All kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tent, table and chairs and cooking utensils for Base Camp.
Food and fuel at Base Camp.
Service of Government Liaison officer.
Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base Camp.
Equipments allowance, daily wages of cook, kitchen boys and Liaison officer.
Insurance of cook, kitchen boy, Liaison officer and porters.
Expedition Permit fee of Mt. Annapurna 4th .
Annapurna Conservation Area Project entrance fees (ACAP).
Per Person 40 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition till Base Camp.
Per Person 30 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned to Kathmandu.
2 Expedition duffel bag or barrel for each member.
Generator or Solar panel at Base Camp for light and charging.
Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use.
1 Set of Cultural Treks Piosk Oxygen bottle with mask and regulator will be in base camp in case of an emergency.
Visa extension fee.
Garbage deposit fees.
Official tax and agency service charge.

Service does not include

International airfare from/to your country.
Nepal entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport at upon arrival).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Hotel after 5 night stay in Kathmandu.
Personal climbing gear and equipment above Base Camp.
High Tents above Base Camp.
High altitude food and fuel above Base Camp.
Piosk Oxygen bottle with Mask and regulator (will be provided as per request).
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation and lost luggage.
Applicable permit fees and customs charges, etc. for SAT phone, Walkie-Talkies, Communication equipment and commercial filming.
International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport.
Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc.
Tips and bonus.

Expedition service up to Summit

All land transportation by Car, Toyota Hiace, Local Jeep or, Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel, 1 night in Pokhara on Bed and Breakfast plan (before and after expedition).
Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp and back.
Full board in lodges during trekking to base camp and back.
All kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tent, table, chairs and cooking utensils for Base Camp.
Base Camp single sleeping tent and Mattress for each member, BC staffs and Liaison officer.
Food and fuel at Base Camp.
Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base Camp.
Service of Government Liaison officer.
Equipments allowance, wages of cook, kitchen boys and Liaison officer.
Insurance of cook, kitchen boy, Liaison officer and porters.
Expedition Permit fee for Mt. Annapurna 4^th .
Annapurna Conservation Area Project entrance fees (ACAP).
One High altitude Sherpa per climber to carry all food and gear to higher camps. Also assist the member during climb and summit attempt.
Common climbing equipment such as ropes, ice screws, ice bar, pitons, etc.
High altitude food.
High altitude fuel.
High altitude tents.
Per Person 40 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition till Base Camp.
Per Person 30 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned to Kathmandu.
2 Expedition duffel bag for each member.
Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light and charging.
Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use.
1 Set of Cultural Treks Piosk Oxygen bottle with mask and regulator will be in base camp in case of an emergency.
Visa extension fee.
Garbage deposit fees.
Official tax and agency service charge.

Expedition service does not include

International airfare from/to your country.
Nepal entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Hotel after 5 night stay in Kathmandu.
Personal climbing gear and equipment above Base Camp.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation & lost luggage.
Applicable permit fees and customs charges, etc. for SAT phone, Walkie-Talkies, Communication equipment and commercial filming.
Piosk Oxygen bottle with Mask and regulator (will be provided as per request).
Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc.
Tips and bonus.

Extra Cost for High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 1900 for group sharing basis (if required by client)

Note:

We will provide you the expedition cost as per your size of group or, as per your requirement for the expedition service. We request you to e-mail us or, use "Book Expedition" form for send us your message.

Above given cost does not include the climbing Sherpa’s food & fuel, tents, climbing gears and summit bonus above advance base camp.

Hiring a high altitude Sherpa cost includes equipment allowances, daily wages, food and fuel up to base camp, insurance and sleeping tents at BC etc.

Summit Bonus: Camp 7000m. = USD 500 and over 7000m. to summit= USD 400 = 900 USD extra payable for per climbing Sherpa on the spot.

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Trip Highlights

Location
Asia, Nepal
Himalayan Range
Annapurna Himal
Height
7,525m. - (24,688 ft)
Latitude
28° 32′ 15″ N
Longitude
84° 04′ 58″ E
Trip Days
35 Days
Normal Ascent Route
North face
First Ascent
by a German expedition led by Heinz Steinmetz via the North Face and Northwest Ridge on 1955.
Easiest Route
Snow/ Ice Climb
Grade
Mountaineering
Group Size
Minimum 2 Climber/Group Joining Basis/Private Group
Lodging Level
Hotel/Lodge/Camping
Accommodation
Hotel Room/Single Tent/Camping
Food
B/L/D, Except lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Best Seasons
Spring/Autumn/Winter
Caravan Route
Kathmandu - Besishahar-Pisang - Annapurna 4th Base Camp - Kathmandu