Annapurna South, sometimes called Modi Peak or Moditse, is a stunning mountain peak situated in Nepal. It reaches a height of 7,219 meters, equivalent to 23,684 feet. You can find Annapurna South at the geographical coordinates of 28° 31' 06" latitude and 83° 48' 29" longitude. The peak welcomes climbers from all over the world.
The first successful climb-up of Annapurna South occurred on October 15, 1964, accomplished by Shiochiro Uyeo from Japan and Mingma Tsering Sherpa from Nepal.
Nestled in the Gandaki Pradesh province of Nepal, within the Annapurna mountain range, Annapurna South extends across the Myagdi and Kaski districts. The closest assistance center from the basecamp along the caravan route is the Ghandruk police post, situated 7.1 kilometers away. Moreover, the nearest village is Chuile, just 1.1 kilometers from the peak.
Climbers must pay royalty fees as follows: Nepalese individuals will be charged NRs 6,000 in Spring, NRs 3,000 in Autumn, and NRs 1,500 in Winter/Summer. For foreign climbers, rates are USD 500 in Spring, USD 250 in Autumn, and USD 125 in Winter/Summer.
To access Annapurna South's phenomenal views, you can drive from Kathmandu to Lumle and trek along the Birethanti-Ghandruk-BC caravan route with a total distance of just over 16 kilometers. The climbing route itself covers approximately 13 kilometers – making for an exhilarating expedition that typically lasts around 50 days.