Annapurna 1 (A1), at 8,091m, is the 10th highest mountain in the world, and one of the of the most difficult to climb, arguably more difficult than K2. A1 is a real mountaineers mountain, those attempting it should be in 'peak' condition and have previous Himalayan Experience. A good leadup to Annapurna 1 would be summiting Ama Dabalm.
USD 12500
MKA-2008
47
min 2 person
Included (B,L, D)
Private Vehicle & Flight
Hotel & Guest House
8,091m/ 26,545ft
Mar-May / Sep-Dec
Kathmandu, Nepal
Kathmandu, Nepal
10 to 79 years old
Live Guide/Instructor
Annapurna I Expedition costs USD($) 12500 per person
Base Camp Service costs USD($) 7500 per person
**Note: All expedition stuff and equipment have to returned after the expedition.
To get the most from your trek, and to stay safe, it is important to follow acclimatization guidelines. At Makalu Adventure, whenever possible, we follow the acclimatization formula set out by Drs Jim Duff and Peter Gormly; experts in Wilderness Medicine. "Above 2000m, altitude illness is a possibility and above 2500m it becomes common".
"As a rough guide, above 2500m the maximum daily height gain between sleeping altitudes should not exceed 400m, with a rest day every third day or after every 1000m of sleeping ascent".
"Avoid overexertion and breathlessness while acclimatizing, stay well hydrated, avoid alcohol, excess caffeine, salt and protein, your diet should be 70% carbohydrate above 3500m".
Makalu Adventure has been trading for over 25 years; is one of the leading trek and expedition agents in Nepal and is used as in-country agent by several international adventure companies. At the helm is Mohan Lamsal (MD) assisted by head trekking guide Tenging Sherpa and head climbing guide Sanu Sherpa. Teni started trekking as a porter aged 14 and has hiked every trail in Nepal, many times! Sanu Sherpa has the distinction of having climbed all 14, 8,000m peaks, twice! Mohan Lamsal is not only MD of Makalu Adventure, he is also the General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. You are in safe hands with Makalau Adventure.
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