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ANNAPURNA I EXPEDITION 2026

Annapurna: The Challenging 8,091-Meter Peak

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Expedition Starts From Mar 20, 2026

Arrival At Destination Mar 20, 2026

Departure for Activities Mar 20, 2026

Country Nepal

Activity Mountaineering

Accommodation Hotel/ Lodge/ Tent

Walking 5-7 hours

Maximum Altitude 8091 M

Duration 41 Days

Difficulty Hard

Group Size 15

Annapurna is a spectacular series of peaks in the Himalayas, stretching across a 55 km long massif in north-central Nepal. Its highest point, Annapurna I (8,091m), proudly ranks as the 10th-highest mountain in the world and is one of the iconic 14 eight-thousanders. Despite its incredible beauty and prestige, Annapurna is widely regarded as one of the most technical and dangerous 8000m peaks. The steep terrain, avalanche-prone slopes, and historically high fatality rate make it a challenge only for the most skilled and determined mountaineers.

Although Annapurna I was the first 8,000-meter peak ever climbed (in 1950), it remains one of the least-attempted eight-thousanders due to its demanding nature. Its name, Annapurna, originates from Sanskrit — meaning “full of food,” symbolizing nourishment and abundance. In Hindu culture, Goddess Annapurna represents fertility, harvest, and the sustaining energy of life.

Annapurna I Expedition – Spring 2026
14 Peaks Expedition is thrilled to open registrations for our Spring 2026 Annapurna Expedition, beginning March 20, 2026. Led by highly experienced Sherpa guides and supported by premium logistics, this climb offers a rare opportunity to take on one of the most revered and challenging mountains on Earth.

Why Climb Annapurna with 14 Peaks Expedition?

Sherpa-led team with world-class high-altitude expertise
Strong focus on safety, acclimatization & responsible climbing
Comprehensive expedition support and seamless logistics
A chance to stand on the summit of a legendary 8000m peak

Take the challenge. Make history with us.
Join the Annapurna Spring 2026 Expedition and rise to the top of the world’s most respected mountain.

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Includes

1. Arrival & Departure Airport Transfers-Airport/Hotel/Airport.

2. Hotel Accomodation 4 nights in Kathmandu on bed & breakfast Basis-Double Room.

3. Domestic flight Kathmandu-pokhara by air,pokhara to Tatopani by jeep and Tatopani to BC by Helicopter /BC to Tatopani by Helicopter and Tatopani to pokhara by jeep pokhara to-Kathmandu (by air)

4. Expedition cargo Necessary all equipment Transportation for all Member and Staffs From Kathmandu-to Tatopani (by bus) –Base camp(by Porters or Heli )- base camp to Tatopani (by porters or by jeep) Tatopani to Kathmandu(by bus).

5. Permit Mt. Annapurna expedition permit, National park & TIMS permit.

6. Garbage Management Stool Shipment Transfer, Garbage Deposit fees .

7. Food and beverage Food 3 meals a day in Trekking & Base camp for members & Staffs. Cargo Clearance International Air cargo clearance of Member Personal Luggage & Payment of Government taxes

8. Liaison Officer 1 Government Liaison officer with full equipment,salary,accommodation and his/her insurance .

9. Base Camp Staff 1 Base camp Cook & necessary kitchen staffs.

10. Porter Necessary Porters per member up to BC & Porters return from BC

11. Staff Salary and allowance All Nepali staffs & porters daily wages/equipment/food/clothing.

12. Insurance All Staffs Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance.

13. Member Luggage 60 Kg per member for personal baggage.

14. Base camp member Tent VE25 North face or Kailas tents in base camp per member.

15. Base camp Tents Base camp foam mattresses, Dinning/Kitchen/Toilet/Store Tent/Hot shower /Tables & chairs, Cooking gears.

16. Heater Heater for dining tent in the base camp.

17. Light 1 Solar panel for battery charge and light at base camp for use

18. Dinner 01 welcome & Farewell Dinner in tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with company Staffs’

19. Oxygen(O2)-Poisk cylinder 02 oxygen cylinder for each Member and 01 oxygen bottle for each High altitude Sherpa.Extra oxygen for emergencies stored at Base camp

20. Mask & Regulator 01 Set Summit mask & Regulator for each member and high altitude Sherpa

21. Permit Satellite Phone /walkie talkie phone if necessary in basis of Member

22. High Altitude Climbing Sherpa 1 Climbing Sherpa per member and Carry Bonus.

23. High camp service Necessary Cooking gas, Cooking pot for Member, Tents for high camp, high food and fixing gear Base camp to Summit.

Excludes

1. Air Fare International flight airfare from/to Kathmandu.

2. Lunch & Dinner Lunch & dinner in Katmandu Hotel stay and more than 5 nights in Kathmandu Hotel

3. Insurance Travel and high altitude insurance, accident, medical & emergency evacuation

4. Personal Expenses Telephone, Internet, Laundry, any Alcoholic beverages, personal equipment and shopping

5. Nepal's Visa Nepali Visa fee US$ 40 per person for 30 days ( to be applied for 100 days US$ 100)

6. Sherpa summit Bonus & Tips Sherpa Summit bonus USD 2000, please calculate some tips for Kitchen staff also.

7. Extra porter If Extra porter needed to carry personal baggage up to Base Camp/ BC to Lukla it cost US$ 120 per porter 30kg

8. Rescue Evacuation Emergency rescue evacuation cost, if needed and all other personal nature expenses

9. Filming Special Filming ,Camera and Drone Permit fee.

10. Local tax Applicable National fees, garbage disposal and local taxes.

11. Others Any other item not listed in “cost Includes” Section.

Trip Itinerary

Days	Programs	Meals	Accommodation
1	Arrival Kathmandu(1,400m)	B/L/D	HOTEL

2	Shopping Day	B/L/D	HOTEL

3	Pokhara(833m)	B/L/D	HOTEL

4	Dana (1,440m)	B/L/D	LODGE

5	Heli Flight to ABC(4,130)	B/L/D	TENT

6-29	Rotation	B/L/D	TENT

30-37	Climbing Period	B/L/D	TENT

38	Heli Flight to Dana (1,440m)	B/L/D	TENT

39	Drive from Dana to Pokhara and Fly to Kathmandu	B/L/D	HOTEL

40	Leisure Day	B/L/D	HOTEL

41	Back to Home	B/L/D	HOTEL

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The expedition lasts for 40 days, including acclimatization, rotations, and the summit attempt.

The final departure for the expedition is April 30, 2025, and arrival in Kathmandu is scheduled for March 20, 2025.

Previous high-altitude mountaineering experience (6000m/7000m/8000m) is required due to Annapurna’s technical challenges and avalanche-prone terrain.

The package includes permits, domestic flights, high-altitude Sherpa guides, accommodation, meals, four oxygen bottles per climber, helicopter transport to and from base camp, base camp logistics, and weather forecasting services.

Exclusions include international flights, Nepal visa fees, personal climbing gear, insurance, extra accommodation in Kathmandu, guide bonuses, and personal expenses (e.g., beverages, satellite phone use, etc.).

he climb follows the North Ridge Route, with four high camps established for acclimatization and the summit push.

The team undergoes several rotations between Base Camp (4,190m) and Camp II (5,500m) before moving higher to Camp III (6,400m) and Camp IV (7,400m) before the summit attempt.

Each climber is allocated four oxygen bottles (4L each), with additional oxygen available for Sherpas and high-altitude use.

The expedition team flies from Kathmandu to Pokhara, then drives to Dana (1,440m), followed by a helicopter transfer to Annapurna Base Camp (4,190m).

he expedition is led by Tashi Lakpa Sherpa, an experienced mountaineer with multiple Everest summits and a world record for summiting without supplementary oxygen.