Mt. Annapurna South Expedition, Climbing Annapurna South, Annapurna South Peak, Annapurna South Base Camp

Trip Overview

Departure Detail
Spring Season:                                                                         Autumn Season:
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 01, 2025                         Kathmandu Arrival Date: October 02, 2025
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 04, 2025          Expedition Fixed Departure Date: October 05, 2025

Mt. Annapurna South (7,219m.) known as Annapurna Dakshin or Moditse, is a mountain in the Annapurna Himal range of the Himalayas, and the 101st-highest mountain in the world. It first ascent was by a six persons team from the Kyoto University Alpine Club (Shiochiro Uyeo -Japan and Mingma Tsering Sherpa - Nepal on 15 October 1964 via the North face. Annapurna South was attempted by Italian team in 1988. The south face base camp is situated at 4000 meter and the advance base camp is on west bank of the glacier between Annapurna south and mount Hiunchuli. Climb up to the glacier is a little bit difficult gullies on all sides. The camp 1 is fixed at the 5000 meter. Camp-2 is fixed at 5,970 meter; and Camp 3 is at 6,400 meter high. From Camp 3 the summit can be made. Climbing Annapurna south seems easy from North East route of side and the base camp will be at Annapurna Sanctuary at 4,300 meters.

Mount Annapurna South expedition starts from Kathmandu to Pokhara by private bus and stay over night is Pokhara, then the next day drive goes to either Nayapul or Kande Village, then the trek stars to Pathana, a little temperate region of forested hillsides such as; Magar and Gurung villages through where the trekking route of Annapurna South face of Expedition goes. As the team move higher altitude through the rhododendron woodlands, the views of Annapurna and mount Machhapuchhre are amazing sceneries and towards the Modi River, the greenery valley’s nice views are there on the way. On reaching Ghandruk village, Tadapani and Kopra pasture, our campsite remains right below the Mount Annapurna south face. Trails go tranquilly, with a spectacular highland experiences. After concluding the expedition the trek backs to Pokhara leads us via Ghorepani and Poon hill where you can envisage one of the most famous panoramic views of Mount Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range. We have designed the expedition itinerary either via Kopra Ridge or from Annapurna Base Camp, one of route may match climbing holiday in Nepal.

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.

Expedition Itinerary: A via Tadapani/Kopra - Spring

01 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
02 April - Day 02: Kathmandu free.
03 April - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
04 April - Day 04: Drive to Pokhara (915m.) by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
05 April - Day 05: Drive to Nayapul and Ghandrung Village (1,951m.).
06 April - Day 06: Trek to Tadapani (2,750m.).
07 April - Day 07: Tadapani – Dobatto (3,350m.).
08 April - Day 08: Dobatto – Chistibung (3,000m.).
09 April - Day 09: Chistibung – Kobra Hill (3,640m.).
010 April - Day 10: Kobra Base Camp rest for acclimatization (4,827m.).
11/23 April - Day 11/23: Climbing Period Mt. Annapurna South (7,219m.).
24 April - Day 24: Base Camp clean up and trek to Shownta (2,400m.).
25 April - Day 25: Shownta – Ghorepani (2,855m.).
26 April - Day 26: Ghorepani – Tirkhedhunga (1,577m.).
27 April - Day 27: Tirkhedhunga – Nayapul then drive back to Pokhara, transfer to Hotel.
28 April - Day 28: Drive to Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
29 April - Day 29: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
30 April - Day 30: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: B via MBC - Spring

01 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
02 April - Day 02: Kathmandu free.
03 April - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
04 April - Day 04: Drive to Pokhara (915m.) tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
05 April - Day 05: Drive to Dhampus Phedi and trek to Pathana (1,890m.).
06 April - Day 06: Pathana – Landruk Village (1,646m.).
07 April - Day 07: Landruk Village – Chhomrong Village (2,210m.).
08 April - Day 08: Chhomrong – Himalayan Hotel (2,900m.).
09 April - Day 09: Himalayan Hotel – Machhapuchhre Base camp (3,700m.)
10 April - Day 10: Machhapuchhre Base – Annapurna South Base Camp (4,400m.)
11/23 April - Day 11/23: Climbing Period for Mt. Annapurna South (7,219m.).
24 April - Day 24: Clean up Base Camp and trek back to Himalayan Hotel.
25 April - Day 25: Himalayan Hotel – Chhomrong.
26 April - Day 26: Chhomrong – Ghandrung village.
27 April - Day 27: Ghandrung – Nayapul then drive to Pokhara and transfer to Hotel.
28 April - Day 28: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
29 April - Day 29: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
30 April - Day 30: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Service Includes up to Base Camp

All land transportation by Car, Van, Toyota Hiace, Tourist Bus, Local Jeep or, Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel, 2 night in Pokhara on Bed & Breakfast plan (before and after expedition).
Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp & 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, 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 South.
National Park Permits (ACAP entrance fee).
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.

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 & 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.
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 Toyota Hiace, Tourist Bus, Local Jeep or, Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel, 2 night in Pokhara on Bed & 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 & 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.
Peak Permit fee of Mt. Annapurna South.
National Park Permits (ACAP entrance fee).
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 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.

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 & 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.
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
7,219m. - (23,684 ft.)
Latitude
28° 31′ 04″ N
Longitude
83° 48′ 30″ E
Trip Days
30 Days
Normal Ascent Route
Normal route
First Ascent
by a six-persons team from the Kyoto University Alpine Club (Japan) on 15 October 1964.
Easiest Route
Difficult 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
Caravan Route
Kathmandu - Pokhara - Nayapul - Ghandruk - Chistibung - Annapurna South Base Camp - Pokhara - Kathmandu.