Annapurna South Expedition - Annapurna south climbing 30 Days

Option I. Annapurna south Expedition itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu and transfer hotel. Overnight at Kathmandu
Day 02-03: Kathmandu official work & preparation for Annapurna south expedition
Day 04: After breakfast, Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus or by flight. Overnight at Kathmandu
Day 05: After breakfast, pokhara by private vehicle drop to Phedi and trek to Deurali.
Day 06: Deurali trek to Jhinu danda( Natural hot spring)
Day 07: Jhinu danda trek to Sinuwa
Day 08: Sinuwa trek to Himalayan Hotel
Day 09: Himalayan Hotel  trek to Machhapuchhare /Fish tail  Base camp
Day 10: Machhapuchhare base camp   trek to Annapurna South Base camp
Day 11-23 Climbing Period Annapurna South.
Day 24: Annapurna South  trek to  Himalayan Hotel
Day 25: Himalayan Hotel  trek to Chhomorung
Day 26: Chhhomorung  trek to  Ghandrung village
Day 27: Ghandrung village trek to  Nayapul then drive to Pokhara. Overnight at Pokhara
Day 28: After breakfast, Pokhara by tourist bus or by flight back to Kathmandu. Overnight at Kathmandu
Day 29: Leisure/free time in Kathmandu and in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese Restaurant. Overnight at Kathmandu
Day 30: After breakfast, relaxing /shopping with own activities then before three hours your international flight, Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition’s airport representative will drop to you Kathmandu international airport for onward journeys.

Option II. Annapurna south Expedition itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu and transfer hotel. Overnight at Kathmandu
Day 02-03: Kathmandu official work & preparation for expedition
Day 04: Drive to Pokhara , transfer to hotel. Overnight at Pokhara.
Day 05: After breakfast, Pokhara drive to Nayapul then trek to Ghandrung village.
Day 06: Ghandrung village trek to Tadapni
Day 07: Tadapani trek to Dobatto
Day 08: Dobatto trek to Chistibung
Day 09: Chistibung trek to Khubra
Day 10:  Khubra trek to Bas camp of Annapurna south
Day 11-23 Climbing Period Annapurna South.
Day 24: BC - Shownta
Day 25: Shownta - Ghorepani
Day 26: Ghorepani – Tikhedunga/Hile
Day 27: Tikhedung / Hile trek to Nayapul then drive Pokhra. Overnight at Pokhara
Day 28: After breakfast, Pokhara by tourist bus or by flight back to Kathmandu. Overnight at Kathmandu
Day 29: Leisure/free time in Kathmandu and in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese Restaurant. Overnight at Kathmandu
Day 30: After breakfast, relaxing /shopping with own activities then before three hours your international flight, Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition’s airport representative will drop to you Kathmandu international airport for onward journeys.

Annapurna south Expedition Equipments

Climbing Gear

• Alpine climbing harness Must have adjustable leg loops and fit over all clothing
• 2 locking carabiners Large, pear-shaped carabiner is best, screw gate type recommended
• 3 regular carabiners Light weight BD Hot wire are recommended
• Ice axe w/leash Light weight (ie Grivel Air tech, Black Diamond Raven, or Charlet Moser Snow Walker) Under 5’7” use 60cm, 5’7”- 6’2” use 65cm, over 6’2” use 70cm
• Plastic Mountaineering boots (Koflach Degree, Lowa Civetta, or Scarpa Alpha) or Leather Double Mountaineering boots (i.e. La Sportiva Olympic Mons, Boreal GI or equivalent, must be mountaineering/crampon compatible)
• Crampons Must be fit to plastic boots prior to trip, new-matic type recommended, include a simple repair kit (i.e. Grivel G12, Black Diamond Contact, or Charlet Moser Super 12)
• Adjustable trekking poles
• Belay\ rappel device (Figure 8 preferred)

Upper Body

• 2 cotton t-shirts
• 1 polypropylene t-shirt
• 2 long sleeve polypropylene shirt Lightweight, light colored for sunny days.
• 2 women sports bras Synthetic, no cotton!
• 1 soft shells Marmot Dri-clime Wind Shirt, Patagonia Stretch Zephur or Krushell Jacket (R2 pullover acceptable).
• Down/synthetic sweater or vest Patagonia Puffball Jacket or Sweater preferred, R4 Jacket acceptable.
• Hard Shell jacket with hood Waterproof and breathable. Gore-Tex or equivalent is best, roomy enough to fit over multiple layers.
• 1 expedition down parka with hood. This is probably your most important piece of clothing! It is important that your jacket is 700+ fill down, baffle construction (not sewn through seams) and has a thick insulated hood.

Hand wear :

We require two systems; one glove system for lower on the mountain and a mitten overmitt system for the cold temperatures encountered on summit day.

• 2 pair liner gloves Thin wool or polypropylene
• 1 pair warm gloves Fleece or wool
• 1 pair expedition shell gloves
• 1 pair modular expedition shell mitts. OR Pro Mitts If they do not have wrist straps consider sewing one on so that you can either attach it to your jacket or cinch the strap to your wrist so that you do not loose your mittens in high winds.

Head gear

• Warm hat wool or synthetic that cover your ears.
• Balaclava
• Face mask
• Shade hat or baseball cap
• Glacier glasses 100% UV protection with side shields and a hard-sided storage case (i.e. Julbo or Cebe)*.
• 1 pair extra sunglasses (Also with UV protection in case your 1st pair breaks)
• 1 ski goggles with UV protection *

If you require prescription glacier glasses, you get your lenses modified to your prescription. Julbo Sherpas glacier glasses works great for prescription lenses. Send the glasses to Opticus along with your PD number with your order. Their number is 1-800-870-5557 get these with your prescription

Lower Body

• 4 pair of liner socks. Polypropylene or Capilene
• 3 pair light weight trekking socks
• 2 pair med-heavy wool socks check boot fit with liner and wool socks on
• 1 pair nylon shorts
• 1 pair nylon pants for trekking and around camp
• 2 pair lightweight long underwear bottoms
• 1 pair fleece pants w/ side zipper or “puff-ball pants”
• 1 pair soft shell pants. . (i.e., Patagonia Guide pants or OR Granite Pants. Schoeller fabrics)
• 1 pair of hard shell pants. Waterproof/breathable with full side zips, Gore-Tex or equivalent is best.
• 1 pair gaiters Make sure they will fit over plastic boots. (OR Crocodiles or equivalent)
• 1 pair down booties (optional)
• 1 pair trail shoes for the hike to base camp and use at camp.
• 1 pair sandals or tennis shoes for Kathmandu and in camp.

All clothing should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks or large plastic bags

Pack

• 1 light weight internal frame pack (approx 4,000 cubic inches)
• 1 daypack is optional for the approach hike, possible use on summit day and carry-on pack. If you plan to use it for your summit pack it must be large enough for your down jacket, misc. clothes, food and water. The Lowe Alpine Neutrino or Black Diamond Speed 28 are excellent, lightweight (16 oz.) choices.
• 1 large (7,500+cu.in.) duffel bag for gear, must be durable for use on pack animals, one can be used for storing belongings in Mendoza or Punta del Inca that are not used on the climb
• small padlock for duffel bag
• 1 small duffel bag for luggage storage in Kathmandu

Sleeping gear

• 1 down sleeping bag rated to -10 F (Gore Dryloft or similar fabric helps protect down and dark colors speed drying time)
• Sleeping pad full length closed cell foam (mandatory) and/or ? length Therma-Rest for extra warmth and comfort

Misc.

• 1 first-aid kit with ibuprofen and any other doctor recommended medications
• Lip balm. At least SPF 20, 2 sticks. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck
• Sunscreen. At least SPF 40
• Headlamp. Petzl Myobelt 3 or Black Diamond Polar Star
• 3 Water bottles 1 liter wide-mouth Nalgene (1 is a pee bottle).
• Hydration bladder with drinking tube for lower mountain-(optional).
• 1 water bottle insulator
• Plastic mug w/snap-on lid, 16 oz. or larger.
• Bowl and spoon Plastic, small Tupperware works well. Lexan spoons are best.
• Pocket knife small Swiss-army type.
• Water purification Iodine tablets or Polar-pure crystals.
• Toiletry kit. Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag.
• 3-4 Large plastic bags, for keeping miscellaneous gear dry
• Nylon stuff sacks For food and gear storage (OR has a good selection); large Ziplocs are useful also
• Bandana
• Camp towel
• Ear plugs
• Hand wipes
• 1 small stainless steel thermos (optional)
• Favorite snack foods (no more than 2 pounds)
• Paperback books, cards, Walkman, etc.
• Binoculars (optional for viewing the route from the lower camps)
• Camera 1 light weight point & shoot on the mountain, 1 large SLR type is optional for the trek in and base camp
• Fanny pack or wallet for travel documents, money & passport
• Passport and passport photos
• Airline

Service Includes:

• Airport pick up and drop
• All land transportation: Airport /Hotel/Airport, trekking, expedition pick up & drop.
• 5 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu at a tourist class Hotel on bed & breakfast plan as per given itinerary.
• Transport as per itinerary for members, staff and Liaison Officer.
• Transportation of all food and climbing equipments to base camp and back.
• Annapurna south expedition  permit fee/Royalty
• Full board basis  veg/ non veg meal during the trekking prepared by expert trekking cook
• All kitchen equipments; kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, chairs and tables at the base camp.
• Cook and Kitchen boys at the base camp.
• Base camp tents for members and staff.
• Per Person 45 KG. Equipment’s luggage / barrels allowed till to Base Camp.
• Equipment allowance, wages and insurance for base camp staff and Liaison Officer.
• Annapurna Conservation Area project  Fee( ACAP Permit)
• Trekkers Information Management system card( TIMS card)
• Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu  overland  transportation by tourist bus.
• Office Service charge.
• Insurance for Nepalese staff.
• Trekking/ climbing Guide, , porters salary, fares and taxes.
• All program as mentioned in itinerary
• Airport drop

Service Excludes:

• Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
• Airfare from / to your country.
• Nepal entry visa fee. (Can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
• Hotel after 5 Nights stay in Kathmandu.
• Service above Base Camp.
• Personal climbing gear and equipment above base camp.
• Walki -Takie permit & Satellite phone permit.
• Oxygen & Mask -regulator for climbing.
• Climbing Guide (Sherpa)
• Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical and emergency evacuation.
• Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods arriving to Nepal by air or road.
• Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone, etc.
• International airport departure tax & tourist tax.
• Tips and climbing bonus.
• Garbage deposit US $ 2000.00 for a team. After expedition deposit will be refundable.

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