Gangapurna Expedition
- 33 Days
Adult
Description
Duration
33 Days
Group Size
1-10+
Gangapurna Expedition Overview
Mt. Gangapurna Expedition (7455m/24,457ft) is situated in the Annapurna Himalayan range at the Coordinates of 28°36'18''N Latitude and 83°57'00''E Longitude. The Gangapurna expedition became popular when Gunther Hauser (German expedition team) summitted the peak in 1965via the East Ridge. Gangapurna peak is located between Annapurna III and Tilocho Peak. It is Northeast of Mt. Annapurna at the opposite end of Grand Barrier to Tilicho Peak on the shoulder extending about 10-12km from Annapurna directly east of ROC Noir. Mt. Gangapurna is one of the best mountains to climb in Nepal and is excellent preparation for future 8000m expeditions.
Included
- To ensure your safety and provide a smooth arrival experience, Asian Adventures offers complimentary airport pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic arrivals and departures.
- Representatives of Asian Adventures will be waiting for you at the airport with an Asian Adventures banner and your name placard for easy identification. The representative will also carry an official company ID card for verification.
- According to the trekking package itinerary, Asian Adventures arranges three nights of accommodation in Kathmandu in your selected hotel category, ranging from tourist-standard to five-star hotels.
- Asian Adventures provides experienced, government-authorized (licensed) high-altitude trekking guides throughout the trekking period.
- Surface transportation required during the trek and in major cities, as specified in the itinerary, is included.
- As per the itinerary, Asian Adventures arranges regular domestic flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu for trekking members and guides.
- During the trek, Asian Adventures provides comfortable accommodation in carefully selected tea houses (excluding chain hotels).
- Most lunches are taken along the trekking route, while breakfast and dinner are served at the tea house where you stay overnight. Asian Adventures provides clean and freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with tea or coffee, from the tea house menu throughout the trek.
- To ensure your comfort and protection from cold weather, we provide clean and warm down jackets and sleeping bags during the trek.
- Asian Adventures allows up to 15 kg of personal trekking equipment per person, carried by porters, yaks, or mules during the trekking period.
- Since Everest Base Camp lies within the Sagarmatha National Park area, Asian Adventures provides all required national park permits.
- The Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) permit is mandatory for trekking in the Everest region. Asian Adventures arranges this permit for all trekkers.
- First-aid medical kits are provided for both trekkers and staff to ensure health and safety during the journey.
- Communication is an important safety factor in remote Himalayan regions. Therefore, Asian Adventures equips trekking guides with satellite phones for emergency situations.
- During your trek, Asian Adventures ensures clean, nutritious, and freshly prepared meals at tea houses.
- The quoted package price includes all official service charges, government fees, taxes, and VAT. There are no hidden costs beyond the stated price.
- Before departing Kathmandu, we invite you to join us for a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant with a cultural performance. This provides a wonderful opportunity to experience Nepali culture and traditions.
- As a souvenir of your Himalayan adventure, Asian Adventures will present you with an Asian Adventures T-shirt, Pashmina, and company brochure before your departure.
Excluded
- Kathmandu offers a wide variety of high-quality restaurants serving Nepali and international cuisine. Therefore, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except the farewell dinner provided by Asian Adventures) are not included in the package cost and must be arranged by the client.
- Personal expenses such as snacks, packed foods, chocolates, energy bars, mineral water, soft drinks, energy drinks, alcoholic beverages, and cigarettes during the trek are not included. These items can be purchased individually according to personal preference.
- Expenses related to personal trekking equipment, laundry services, gratuities (tips), telephone calls, mobile services, internet usage, walkie-talkies, satellite phone usage, and other personal communication services are not included in the package.
- Trekking in the Himalayas is an adventurous activity conducted in remote mountain regions. For your safety, all participants must obtain comprehensive travel insurance before arriving in Nepal. The insurance policy should cover emergency helicopter evacuation, medical treatment, hospitalization, and other related expenses.
- International airfare to and from Nepal and the Nepal tourist visa fee are not included in the package cost and must be arranged by the traveler.
- Any additional expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, including natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, flight delays or cancellations, and changes in government regulations, are not included in the package cost.
- Costs associated with additional staff or services requested beyond those specified in the package are not included and will be charged separately.
- Any services not specifically listed under the "Package Includes" section will be considered additional services and will incur extra charges.
- Tipping is not included in the package price. Tipping guides, porters, and support staff is a customary practice in Nepal's trekking industry and is greatly appreciated as recognition of their hard work and service. The amount is entirely at the discretion of the client.
Travel Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel (1350m/ 4430ft)
Arrival at Kathmandu airport. Transfer to request category hotel; accommodation in Kathmandu (1350m/4,430ft)
Day 2 - Preparation in Kathmandu with briefings, shopping, and formalities
Preparation and Briefings at Departments of Tourism, last minute shopping.
Day 3 - Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar (823m/27000ft), 8hrs)
Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar (823m/27,000ft) 8hrs. Lodge accommodation.
Day 4 - Drive from Besisahar to Chame (2670m/ 9055ft, 5-6hrs)
Drive from Besisahar to Chame (2670m/9,055ft) 5-6hrs.Lodge accommodation.
Day 5 - Trek from Chame to Upper Pisang (3100m/10170ft, 5hrs)
Trek from Chame to Pisang (3100m/10,170ft,) 5hrs Lodge accommodation.
Day 6 - Trek from Upper Pisang to Manang (3440m/11286ft, 5-6hrs)
Trek from Pisang to Manang (3440m/11,286ft) 5-6hrs.Lodge accommodation.
Day 7 - Acclimatization day at Manang.
Acclimatization Day at Manang lodge accommodation.
Day 8 - Trek from Manang to Gangapurna Base Camp (4650m/15256ft, 5hrs)
Trek from Manang to Gangapurna Base Camp (4650m/15,256ft) 5hrs.
Day 9-26 - Climbing Period - Gangapurna Summit (7455m/24459ft)
Climbing Period (Gangapurna Summit 7455m/24,459ft.) Camping accommodation
Day 27 - Clean Base Camp and trek to Khangsara (3734m/12250ft, 5hrs)
Preparation for return to Kathmandu. Clean Base Camp and trek to Khangsara(3734m/12,250ft) 5hrs trekking. Lodge accommodation.
Day 28 - Trek from Khangsara to Thorong Phedi (4420m/14501ft, 4hrs)
Trek 6hrs from Khangsara to Thorong Phedi (4420m/14,501ft,) 4hrs.Lodge accommodation.
Day 29 - Trek from Thorong Phedi via Thorong La Pass to Muktinath (3850m/ 12631ft, 9hrs)
Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3850m/12,631ft) via Thorong La Pass (5416m/17,770ft) 9hrs.Lodge accommodation.
Day 30 - Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2700m/ 8858ft, 4hrs)
Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2700m/8,858ft) 4hrs. Lodge accommodation.
Day 31 - Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara (950m/ 3116ft, 20min)
Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara (950m/3,116ft) Transfer to Hotel, .
Day 32 - Drive or fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1350m/ 4430ft, 7hrs, flight: 25min)
Drive or fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu.7 hrs by tourist bus, 25 mins by flight. Hotel accommodation, farewell dinner with culture program in the evening.
Day 33 - Final Departure
Drop at the airport for final departure. (service: Airport drop service )
Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, previous climbing experience is required to climb Gangapurna. It is considered a technically challenging peak, and climbers should have prior mountaineering experience, including knowledge of roped glacier travel, ice climbing, and the use of climbing equipment.
The best time to climb Gangapurna is during the pre-monsoon season (March to May) and post-monsoon season (September to November). These months offer stable weather conditions and clear visibility, making it ideal for climbing.
If a Sherpa guide gets sick or is unable to continue at any point during the expedition, we will immediately replace him/them with one of the additional Sherpa guide(s) in the team. We also maintain a pool of highly experienced backup Sherpa guides who can step in at any time. This ensures that each climber continues to receive personalized 1:1 support during the summit attempt.
Even in the case that an issue arises during the summit push, the expedition leader can act as your personal climbing Sherpa guide. This is the main reason why we always include 1-2 additional Sherpa guides beyond the number required, to ensure safety, support, and flexibility throughout the expedition.
Yes, climbing Gangapurna involves technical difficulties such as steep slopes, icy sections, crevasses, and some technical climbing skills. Climbers should be proficient in using mountaineering equipment like crampons, ice axes, and ropes.
Climbing Gangapurna requires excellent physical fitness. Climbers should have a high level of stamina, endurance, and strength to handle the demanding climb. Regular cardio and strength training exercises, as well as acclimatization hikes, are recommended to prepare for the expedition.
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