Annapurna IV is considered
relatively an easier mountain to climb among all the Annapurnas.
The normal route to reach the destination is led forward
through Manang. It requires two hours walking from the base
camp to reach the bottom of the mountain. A 500m fixed rope
climbing on approximately 65-70 degrees steep slope should
be attempted to reach camp I. To reach camp II, a fixed
rope climbing of approximately 1000m is required along the
ridge and a little widespread steep climbing. From Camp
II to Camp III, it is relatively easier than the others,
since this part consists of zigzag crossing and gradual
climbing up. However, a fixed rope climbing of approximately
1300-1500m is required. From camp III to the summit, generally
fixed rope is not required and the main rope is used. There
are possibilities of avalanches between Camp I and II.
Itinerary for Annapurna
IV (7525m)
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