30 Days

Annapurna IV Expedition (7,525m) – IFMGA Guided 7,000m Peak

Price per person $0

Altitude 7525

Difficulty TD+

Group size 1-10

Climb Style Normal

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Overview

Annapurna IV Expedition (7,525m): The Ultimate Everest Preparation Peak

Standing at a formidable 7,525 meters within the great Annapurna Massif, Annapurna IV is not just a mountain. It is a crucible for extreme athletes and serious mountaineers. While many commercial operators steer clients toward crowded, altitude conveyor belt peaks, Annapurna IV offers a raw, uncrowded, and authentic Himalayan expedition. Graded TD (Très Difficile) on the Alpine scale, this is a genuine test piece that demands sustained physical output across steep rock slabs, exposed ice ridges, and complex glaciated terrain.

If your ultimate goal is surviving the Death Zone on an 8,000m peak, you cannot just buy altitude; you must earn technical competence. Navigating the route from Base Camp to Camp 4 forces climbers to master fixed line efficiency, crampon footwork on 70 degree inclines, and high altitude camp management. These are the exact skills required to tackle Everest's Lhotse Face. Crucially, a successful ascent of Annapurna IV perfectly satisfies the Nepal Government's new mandate requiring all climbers to summit a 7,000m peak before attempting Mount Everest. You aren't just ticking a box for a permit; you are forging real resilience.

Because true expertise at extreme altitude is non-negotiable, every Climb Himalayas expedition is strictly led by elite, IFMGA certified Mountain Guides. Operating directly out of our Kathmandu headquarters, we maintain total ground level control over your mountain logistics. With a dedicated 1:1 climbing Sherpa ratio, premium high altitude storm tents, and an uncompromised commitment to safety, we provide the ultimate platform for you to push your limits and prepare for the top of the world.

Cost Inclusion & Exclusion

✓ Ground Transfers:
▪ All airport/hotel/airport transfers as per program by private A/C vehicles
▪ Kathmandu-Dharapni–Kathmandu by private vehicle with trekking team + equipment
▪ Dharapni -Humde by jeep with trekking team + equipment

✓ Accommodations:
▪ Kathmandu at Hotel on twin sharing basis
▪ local lodges during the trek on twin sharing basis
▪ Tented camps during the trek and at base camps on single tent basis

✓ Meals:
▪ Breakfasts in Kathmandu hotel
▪ 3 meals a day during trip to BC (breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
▪ Farewell dinner

✓ Permits & Fees:
▪ Annapurna IV Expedition Permit
▪ Annapurna National Park Fee
▪ Fees for Liaison Officer, his/her insurance, food allowance and flights
▪ Insurance of whole Nepali staff including porters in order to obtain permit
▪ Garbage Deposit at ministry

✓ Supporting Staffs till/ at Base Camp:
▪ Trekking guide for KTM-BC and BC- KTM
▪ Base Camp Cook
▪ Required Kitchen boy and helpers
▪ Required porters & mules to carry loads

✓ Equipment’s at BC:
▪ 1 sleeping tent for every member
▪ Foam mattress for every member
▪ Dinning tent, kitchen tent, and toilet tents
▪ All require kitchen utensils with fuel
▪ Tables and chairs
▪ Solar Lights system
▪ Comprehensive First Aid Kit

✓ Supporting Staffs in the mountain (Above BC):
▪ IFMGA-certified guide leading the expedition.
▪ 3 High Altitude Sherpa (mountain guide) for the group of 5 with his daily wages, food, flights,
equipment allowance etc.

✓ Equipments in the mountain (Above BC):
▪ High Tents for both member and HA Sherpas
▪ High Altitude Food for members and Sherpas
▪ Climbing Gear in the mountains such as fixed rope, main rope, snow bars, snow shovel,
carabiners etc.
▪ Walki-talkie
▪ Satellite Phone for emergency communication carried by Sherpa, also available for members
with an appropriate charge.
▪ Cooking set in the mountain such as Epi gases, gas burner, cooking pots etc for members and
sherpas
▪ One Backup Oxygen cylinder and Mask in case of emergency

 Personal climbing gears
 All personal expenses like alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks, telephone calls, laundry services
etc.
 Insurance: Travel/Accident/Medical /emergency evacuation
 International airfare and taxes
 Nepal Visa fees
 Entertainment and food (Kathmandu)
 Internet Service
 Additional High-Altitude Sherpa
 Sherpa Summit Bonus Minimum 1000 USD
 Special filming, Camera and Drone permit fee
 International Air Cargo Tax Fee
 Tips for staff
 All extra services if required (except motioned in 'The Price Include' section)

Travel Notes

IFMGA Leadership & 1:1 Elite Sherpa Support Expertise at extreme altitude is non-negotiable. Your expedition will be directed by an IFMGA/UIAGM-certified guide with extensive experience in the Annapurna and Everest massifs. Alongside your lead guide, every climber is paired with a dedicated 1:1 climbing Sherpa, ensuring personalized pacing, immediate technical assistance on steep multi-pitch sections, and the highest safety margins available in the Himalayas.

Satisfying the Everest 7,000m Mandate Upon successful completion of the Annapurna IV expedition, Climb Himalayas handles all official government debriefings and paperwork with the Department of Tourism. You will be issued the official summit certificate required by the Nepal Government to legally apply for a Mount Everest (8,848.86m) climbing permit in subsequent seasons.

Technical Climbing Terrain & Altitude Profile While Annapurna IV has fewer objective avalanche dangers than Annapurna I, it is a serious mountaineering undertaking. The route from Base Camp (4,800m) to Camp 4 (6,850m) requires climbers to navigate blue ice, rock steps, and snow slopes angled between 60° and 80°. Climbers must be highly proficient in ascending fixed lines with jumars, safely abseiling (rappelling) with an ATC or figure-8 device, and executing self-arrest techniques.

Expedition Infrastructure We maintain total control over your mountain logistics. Base Camp operates as an advanced recovery hub featuring heated dining tents, high-caloric meals prepared by dedicated expedition chefs, and personal solo sleeping tents. Above Base Camp, we deploy top-tier, storm-tested high-altitude expedition tents and stage high-capacity oxygen systems (cylinder and regulator) for your summit push.

FAQs

Does climbing Annapurna IV fulfill the new Nepal Government Everest requirement? Yes. The Nepal Government now mandates that climbers must successfully summit at least one 7,000-meter peak within Nepal before they are eligible for an Everest climbing permit. At 7,525 meters, a certified summit of Annapurna IV perfectly satisfies this legal requirement while providing superior technical preparation compared to easier entry-level peaks.

Why choose Annapurna IV over Manaslu or Himlung Himal for Everest training? If your goal is to truly prepare for Everest rather than just qualify on paper, Annapurna IV is the superior choice. Manaslu (8,163m) has become heavily crowded, operating like an "altitude conveyor belt," while Himlung Himal relies mostly on straightforward snow walking. Annapurna IV offers a raw, uncrowded expedition experience that forces you to master steep ice climbing, rock scrambling, and disciplined rope work—the exact skills you will need above the Khumbu Icefall.

Are the guides IFMGA certified? Absolutely. Climb Himalayas ensures that this demanding expedition is led by an IFMGA-certified mountain guide. This international qualification guarantees the highest global standards in alpine climbing, mountain rescue, and high-altitude risk management.

What prior climbing experience is required for Annapurna IV? Climbers should be extreme athletes or have a robust mountaineering resume. You must have prior experience at altitude, ideally having summitted at least two 6,000m peaks (such as Lobuche East, Ama Dablam, or Denali). Proficiency in using crampons on mixed terrain, ascending fixed ropes, and multi-pitch abseiling is mandatory.

Is supplemental oxygen used on Annapurna IV? Yes. While the mountain can be climbed without it by elite alpinists, our standard protocol includes supplemental oxygen for the summit push. Utilizing oxygen above 7,000 meters mitigates the risk of High Altitude Pulmonary/Cerebral Edema (HAPE/HACE), guards against frostbite, and preserves crucial energy for the steep, technical descent back to the high camps.

Annapurna IV Expedition (7,525m) – IFMGA Guided 7,000m Peak

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