Trekking in Annapurna area Day 5: Acclimatization Alu Bari

This route is part of trekking in Annapurna area

Day 5: Acclimatization Alu Bari (3915m - 4280m - 3915m) - 3 km

When we leave the tent we have a view of the impressive Nilgiri mountain range , with the highest peaks over 7,000 meters .

Since from now on we can only climb through deep snow , we are forced to use crampons . We can tell that the snow is meters deep because the bushes remain invisible or only protrude a few centimeters from the snow.

Along the way, our guide will introduce us to some mountain survival techniques. So he shows us what to do if we lose our way and fall down the valley. Little by little we will be able to try out the sliding and braking technique with the ice ax .

Every now and then someone gets their leg stuck in the snow! Finally we climb 400m up to 4300m.

As we return to the tent, there is bad news : During the main guide's exploration, they have reached high snow . They almost lost an aircraft carrier that had sunk even deeper . The summit attempt to Thapa Peak (6,013 m) is cancelled.

Alternatively it is recommended that those who still wish to climb as high as possible but all must return to Marpha in the evening .

Be sure to consult the information about the sights here once you are on site. They explain what you get to see!

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