Annapurna South Expedition

Highlights of Annapurna South Expedition

• Trekking

  120 km

• Stay

  22 nights in tents, the rest in lodges

• Mountains visible

  Annapurna, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Dhaulagiri, Hiunchuli

• Altitude gain

  1,940–4,800 m (6,365–15,748 ft)

• Destinations

  Ghandruk, Chhomrung, Bamboo, Leaving Bamboo, Machhapuchre Base Camp

• Activities

  Glacier travel and rope work, Acclimatisation rotations, Camp life with a Sherpa team

Seasonality for Annapurna South Expedition

The best months to go are shown in green and the months to avoid in red. Weather in the mountains can change at any time of year, so ask us about your dates.

Altitude Profile of Annapurna South Expedition

1. Day1 Flights & TransfersArrive Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.2,000 m

   A Creative Adventure Nepal representative will meet you at Tribhuwan International Airport on your arrival. They will help you check into the hotel in the heart of Kathmandu.

2. Day2 ClimbSightseeing at Kathmandu & Climbing Preparations.2,000 m

   We spend most of the day touring some of Kathmandu's world heritage sites. We will also finish all necessary paperwork and prepare for the Annapurna South Expedition.

3. Day3 Flights & TransfersDrive from Kathmandu to Pokhara2,000 m

   After breakfast, we'll take a five- to six-hour drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Our route follows scenic hilly roads. When you arrive in Pokhara, we will transfer you to your hotel.

4. Day4 TrekkingDrive to Nayapul and start trek to Ghandruk (2000 m)2,000 m

   We take a short drive to Nayapul, where our trek begins. From Nayapul, we start our trek through rhododendrons and oaks forest towards Ghandruk, a Gurung community village. We can visit the Gurung Museum in Ghandruk. Finally, we will stay the night in Ghandruk.

5. Day5 TrekkingTrek from Ghandruk to Chhomrung (2040 m)2,040 m40 m

   

   After breakfast, we leave Ghandruk and take a popular trail through Kot Danda and Kimrong. A steady ascent will take us to Taulung, from where we will ascend a long and steep stoned staircase to Chhomrong. Chhomrung is a Gurung village and the valley's highest permanent settlement, with spectacular views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare. Our day comes to an end with an overnight stay in Chhomrung.

6. Day6 TrekkingTrek from Chhomrung to Bamboo (2335 m)2,335 m295 m

   From Chhomrung, we take the trail that descends and crosses the Chhomrung river on a suspension bridge. After crossing the bridge, our trail gradually climbs through rhododendron-filled trees and heads towards Sinuwa. We hike till Bamboo, which has tea houses.

7. Day7 TrekkingLeaving Bamboo2,335 m

   After breakfast, we leave Bamboo and follow the track covered by tree roots. Our trail descends steeply down the rocky ledges. We continue on the path to Doban, which snakes through dense bamboo and rhododendron woodland. The woodland grows more magnificent, with giant rhododendrons draped in Spanish moss and orchid pockets.

8. Day8 TrekkingTrek to Machhapuchre Base Camp (3700 m)3,700 m1,365 m

   After leaving Doban, our trail ascends through dense woodland to Hinku Cave, an enormous overhanging rock. Our journey to Deurali continues as we follow the slightly climbing track. The valley widens soon after, and a magnificent birch woodland occupies the far banks. The Sanctuary's 'portal,' marked by two prominent granite pillars, leads out to large grassy slopes and a succession of tea houses at Machhapuchre Base Camp. It's a good idea to take some time to relax and take in the scenery of Machhapuchre, Gangapurna, and Annapurna South.

9. Day9 TrekkingTrek from Machhapuchre Base Camp to Annapurna South Base Camp (4800 m)4,800 m1,100 m

   After breakfast at Machhapuchre Base Camp, we take the trail to the west of MBC, climbing a grassy moraine. Several paths wind their way up to Annapurna South Base Camp. As we progress towards base camp, we better understand the Sanctuary while taking in the spectacular views of Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Hiun Chuli, Machhapuchre, and other nearby snow-capped peaks.

10. Day10 TrekkingTrek away from Base camp4,800 m

    

    After successfully summiting Annapurna South, we pack our belongings and prepare for the return trek. We leave the base camp and return on the same trail that leads down to Machhapuchre Base Camp. We continue our trek as we leave the alpine vegetation and enter the subtropical vegetation, dropping down through Deurali and then trekking for a short distance to Doban for the night.

11. Day11 TrekkingTrek to Chhomrung4,800 m

    We pass through Bamboo's few tea houses before heading to Sinuwa. Then, we descend steeply to cross a bridge over Chhomrung Khola. Later on, we cross the suspension bridge and begin climbing a long stoned staircase to Chhomrung.

12. Day12 TrekkingTrek from Chhomrung to Syauli Bazaar (1940 m)1,940 m2,860 m

    After breakfast, we leave Chhomrung and follow the trail that gradually descends through dense forest. Our journey continues until we arrive at Syauli Bazaar for the night.

13. Day13 TrekkingTrek from Syauli Bazaar to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara1,940 m

    The final day of our trek begins at Syauli Bazaar and takes us through densely forested areas and terraced farmlands to Nayapul. We ride back to Pokhara from Nayapul. When we arrive in Pokhara, we will assist you in checking in to your hotel.

14. Day14 Flights & TransfersDrive from Pokhara back to Kathmandu.1,940 m

    After breakfast, we leave Pokhara and take a drive back to Kathmandu.

15. Day15 TrekkingLeisure day at Kathmandu1,940 m

    

    You can visit any remaining tourist attractions in Kathmandu. Also, you can stroll and go shopping in Thamel.

16. Day16 Flights & TransfersTransfer to International Airport for Departure.1,940 m

    Our Airport Representative will drop you at the International Airport.

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