Annapurna II Expedition

Mount Annapurna II expedition is rarely attempted in a mountain, the world’s most treacherous mountain to climb. Annapurna II is a 7,937 meters (26,040 feet) mountain in the Himalayas range, in Nepal. It is the 16th highest mountain in the world. The second Annapurna mountain is located in Nepal along a 45.3-kilometer (28.15-mile) ridge just east of the Gandaki River, which has carved one of the deepest river canyons in the world.

For the first time in the expedition history, a British/Indian/Nepalese group driven by J.O.M. Roberts in 1960, through the West Ridge, drawn nearer from the north. The culmination party contained Richard Grant, Chris Bonington, and Sherpa Ang Nyima. Furthermore, Yugoslavs from Slovenia reach the summit in 1969, and Kazimir Drašlar, and Matija Maležič came to the summit Annapurna second.

In addition, In 1973 Japanese alternated way the course by climbing straightforwardly up the north face between IV and V prior to proceeding with the west edge. Katsuyuki Kondo arrived at the top in an exceptional solo performance.

In 1983, Tim Macartney-Snape arranged and took an interest in an undertaking to Annapurna II (7,937 m or 26,040 ft) effectively arriving at the highest point by means of the principal climb of the south face. The plunge was deferred by a snowstorm and canceled.

Moreover, on Feb 2, 2007, Philipp Kunz, Lhakpa Wangel, Temba Nuru, and Lhakpa Thinduk made the principal winter rising. The group followed the course of the main climb from the north. The entire Annapurna massif and its territory are protected within the 7,629-square-kilometre (2,946 sq mi) Annapurna Preservation Area, the first and largest conservation area in Nepal.

The word “Annapurna” is derived from Sanskrit meaning the giver of food and nourishment. Anna signifies “food” or “grains” and pūrṇa signifies “full, complete, and great. It is accepted that Mount Annapurna in the Himalayas is named after her as the goddess is accepted to be one of the little girls of Himavat, the lord of the mountains. The Western world names her the “Hindu God of Cooking,” thinking of her as having a relationship with food things. The Annapurna Conservation Area is home to several world-class treks, including Around Annapurna Trek and Annapurna Base Camp .

The 2nd Annapurna summit offers a stunning view of the Annapurna mountain range, including Dhaulagiri, Fish Tail, Lamjung Himal, Tukuche Peak, Nilgiri – Blue Mountain, and Manaslu summits. The summit of Annapurna is a really aesthetic point with stunning 360º views and nothing higher around. The mighty Annapurna is difficult to climb comparing other greatest peaks in the Himalayas.

Annapurna I has the greatest fatality rate of all the 14 eight-thousanders. There have been less than 200 successful summit climbing of the mountain, but then 61 individuals have lost their lives on its slants, giving Annapurna a death rate is about 32%.

Therefore, before climbing the Annapurna summit, we advise you highly that you complete at least two to five international or high-altitude climbing expeditions. Vinson Mount, Denali, Aconcagua, and Himalayan mountains such as Tent Peak (Tharpu Chuli) , Chulu East Peak , and Island Peak Climbare all wonderful preparation.

Guided or non-guided

A coordination just undertaking will be less expensive yet you should act naturally adequate on the mountain. Guiding trips clearly integrate an episode for the guide, which is more costly for a Western guide compared to a Nepali Sherpa Guide.

Bottled oxygen or not

The vast most is bottled oxygen yet for the rare sorts of people who don’t, it’s saving. Each bottle costs around US$ 465 and most customers utilize seven on a standard endeavor.

Mount Annapurna II expedition itinerary details.

Our Annapurna ist Mountain expedition 42 days itinerary is just a sample plan. The Annapurna II expedition itinerary is very special. As per our past climber’s suggestion, we have designed the Annapurna ii expedition itinerary cautiously to allow for gradually ascending and proper acclimatization. If the itinerary is not suitable for you, we modify the expedition travel plan as per your request and the duration of the holiday. We are happy to send you the detailed expedition travel itinerary at your request.

How much does the Mount Annapurna ii expedition cost?

The Mount Annapurna ii expedition cost US$ 14,850 is the standard expedition price on a double occupancy per person basis. But of course, the trip price will vary per expedition member. For the deluxe and luxury trekking tour plan, we add a 5-star category hotel deluxe air-conditioned room in Kathmandu with a breakfast plan. AND WE ARE OPEN TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR TOUR AND PACKAGES PRICE AS PER YOUR REQUIREMENTS.

We can organize a private Mount Annapurna 2nd expedition starting at any date that works for you. Please contact us for more information.

Question: Is a Kathmandu international airport pick-up service available on my arrival in Nepal?

Answer: Yes sure. Supply us with your flight details, We will come to pick up you at Kathmandu international airport.

Question: Can I store my luggage/stuff in Kathmandu or in Pokhara?

Answer: Yes, you can leave your luggage at your hotel or at our office. Store your stuff in the Gokyo Treks agency office for free.

Question: Is this trekking Safe for Solo Female Trekkers?

Answer: Absolutely. Nepal is a safe country to travel to for solo travelers; this trek is perfectly safe for solo female trekkers. We have been organizing the Annapurna base camp trek even for solo female travelers since its establishment.

Question: What sort of accommodation and Food can I expect this expedition?.

Answer: Basically, we serve you a tent accommodation along the entire journey however sometimes you can stay at a guest house below the base camp. As you progress higher especially above the base camp, you’ll likely stay in tented camps set up by our expedition team.

These camps provide basic but comfortable accommodations, usually including sleeping tents, dining tents, and sometimes even shower tents. As you move closer to the summit, you may stay in higher camps that are more Spartan and focused on providing shelter and safety rather than comfort.

Likewise, our professional cook cooks a delicious range of mostly vegetarian meals. They are Pasta, tuna bakes, noodles, potatoes, eggs, curry rice, bread, soups, and fresh vegetables (variety depends on the season). However meals are often more varied and substantial, including a mix of local and Western dishes to provide ample energy for the strenuous activity serve with tea/coffee.

Question: How do I get drinking water on expedition Annapurna Himalaya?.

Answer: We serve you pure drinking water after purifying using AQUA TABS while on camping days.

Question: Are there any communication facilities on Climbing Annapurna?

Answer: We can help you to arrange a satellite phone to call in an emergency and you pay on a call basis. So, you can acquire telephone services.

Question: When should I book my trip and what are the payments terms?.

Answer: Our expedition trips book up months in advance. We recommend booking early to avoid any kind of misunderstanding. About US$ 10,000 non-refund­able deposit upon con­fir­ma­tion of your eli­gi­bil­i­ty to join the expedition. US$ 9,000 non-refund­able bal­ance due 100 days pri­or to departure. Likewise, If you transfer money to our bank account, you should pay also the bank service charge.

No refunds on the deposit, nor bal­ance pay­ment will be pro­vid­ed for expe­di­tion due to the huge expense incurred planning/​facilitating such an expedition. And the remaining part of the payments, you can pay on your arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Question: Who will carry my luggage?

Answer: We do provide a high-altitude porter/sherpa to transfer your luggage depending upon the group size.

Question: Where can I organize my personal climbing gear?

Answer: Hiring the best expedition gear is a must as you go 7,000 mountain climbing. The branded gears are expensive as their life is longer than cheaper gears. Nonetheless, If you have those climbing gear at your home bring them along with you. If you don’t have them, you can rent them in Kathmandu.

Question: How much additional money do I need per day?

Answer: You can allocate US$ 08 – 10 for a lunch/dinner in Kathmandu and it depends on your spending habits. US$ 12 to 15 US$ each day is almost enough to buy bottles of water, chocolates, tea coffee, and some drinks while you are in Kathmandu.