Annapurna

Height: 8,091 m
Country:
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Annapurna, a jewel of the Himalayas, offers a formidable challenge with its steep ascents and high risk, attracting those who seek to push their limits in one of the world's most awe-inspiring mountain ranges. It's unique combination of breathtaking scenery and the intense, rewarding experience it provides makes it a coveted destination for experienced mountaineers.

Table of contents

Prepare for an unforgettable adventure as you embark on one of the world’s iconic climbs. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.

Difficulty

  • D: Hard (alpine grade 4)

When to go

  • April
  • October

Guide links

These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Annapurna. From here you can check each guides profile, or browse directly to their website to see the trip. You can separately view the guides directory to browse all guides in one place.
Below is a curated list of independent mountain guides offering expeditions for Annapurna. Each guide provides their own experience, allowing climbers to select the approach that best suits their style, budget, and experience level. You can explore each guide’s dedicated trip page to review what they offer, from logistics and support to pricing details, with no additional influence from us.
GuideInfoCost
Himalayan Circuit view guides trip webpage from $1,990
Info Nepal Tours and Treksview guides trip webpage from $10,000
Marvel Treksview guides trip webpage from $10,500
Makalu Adventureview guides trip webpage from $12,500
Outfitter Nepal Treks & Expeditionview guides trip webpage from $13,000
Outfitter Nepal Treks & Expeditionview guides trip webpage from $14,500
Asian hiking teamview guides trip webpage from $15,500
Nepal Environmental Treks & Expeditionview guides trip webpage from $15,500
Amigo Treks & Expeditionview guides trip webpage from $16,500
Utmost Adventureview guides trip webpage from $16,625
14 Summits Expeditionview guides trip webpage from $17,500
Swotah Travel and Adventureview guides trip webpage from $18,000
Kuluarview guides trip webpage from $19,000
Trek Nepal Himalayasview guides trip webpage from $21,000
Imagine Nepal Trek & Expeditionsview guides trip webpage from $28,500
Mountmaniaview guides trip webpage from $30,000
Peregrine Treks & Toursview guides trip webpage from $34,000
Elite Expedview guides trip webpage from $35,000
Namas Adventureview guides trip webpage from $35,000
Wongchhu Peakview guides trip webpage from $40,000
Sherpa Expedition & Trekkingview guides trip webpage from $43,000
View the summit location and surrounding terrain to get a sense of the mountain's environment. This map offers a valuable perspective on the peak's position within the region, aiding climbers in visualizing their route and nearby landmarks.

What you can see from the summit of Annapurna. Click and pan around the map to explore, and zoom in/out to see the names of neighbouring mountains.