Pisang Peak Climbing
The Pisang peak lies in the Annappurna region near the beautiful Buddhist village of Manang. This peak climbing can be combined with the Annapurna circuit trek to make a very satisfying Himalayan trek and climbing adventure in a single trip. The climbing of Pisang peak is not considered a difficult one; however it is a high peak with considerable slope. Thus, we can’t oversimplify it.
The Pisang peak is rises above the Pisaang village and alpine Yak pasture in a uniform slope of ice and snow to the snow-capped mountain.
The Pisang peak climbing trek is the popular Annapurna circuit trek till Chame. We follow the trail to Pisang village from Chame and the path ascends through the alpine woods and Yak pastures. We set up the base camp near Kharka at the height of 4380m. The high camp is set up at 5400m height on the south-west ridge. The peak is made of steeply tilted rocks; the deep slope of which faces the valley below. You can see the snow there from the end of November to the end of March.
We follow the trail to the Thorung La pass after the summit and then descend down to the Muktinath temple. We further go to Birethani and the trip completes there. Those who have shorter holidays can take a flight from Jomsom to Pokhara; avoiding the last part of the trek.
The climbing group will be accompanied by the climbing guide, base camp support guide, camp cook and required numbers of porters. All luggage and other loads will be carried by Yak and porters. You just have to carry your day pack. The general walking hour is 6. We celebrate the trip back in Kathmandu with traditional Nepali dinner and ethnic cultural show.
Facts of Pisang Peak Climbing
| Country | Nepal |
| Destinatin: | Pisang Peak Climbing |
| Peak Climbing Starts in: | Besi Shar |
| Peak Climbing Ends in: | Jomsom |
| Peak Climbing Duration: | 22 Days |
| Activities: | Tours & Sightseeing, Trekking & Walking, Peak Climbing |
| Culture: | Different Community with majority of Sherpa, Tamang, Chhetri, Brahamn & Tibetan. |
| Transportation: | Private vehicle as per itinerary | Kathmandu - Besi Shar & Pokhara - Kathmandu by bus, Jomsom - Pokhara by plane |
| Accommodation: | - |
| Trekking grade: | Alpine |
| Max. Altitude: | 6091m (Pisang Peak) |
| Best season in Nepal: | Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct & Nov |
| Mode of Trekking: | Camping |
| Group Size: | Min 02 PAX, Max 12 PAX |
| Cost starts: | US$ 1340 - US$ 1950 per person |
Pisang Peak Climbing
Detail Itinerary for Pisang Peak Climbing
| Days | Day to Day Activities |
|---|---|
| 01 |
Arrival in kathmandu:
Flying to Kathmandu along the northern border of Nepal on a clear day is in itself an exciting and memorable experience. As you fly, the panoramic view of snow-capped Annapurna mountain range greets your sight. After the completion of Visa formalities, you have to come downstairs to collect Luggage and proceed to outside from terminal Building. Please look at your Printed Name and Our Company Signboard Annapurna Foothills Treks & Exp and follow them. Meet our representative and then you will be transferred to hotel. You will be served free welcome drinks, tea or coffee or juice at the time of check in. The Managing Director or The Manager of company will meet you in hotel and will brief about the trip. You should clear your dues before we proceed for the trip. You are free to relax or explore around the city in the very first day. Overnight stay at Hotel |
| 02 |
Sight seeing Kathmandu
After the breakfast in the morning, our city guide will come to the hotel with vehicles and then we leave hotel to visit Kathmandu Darbar Square, the house of living Goddess Kumari, the ferocious Kal Bhairab, The Red Monkey God and hundreds of erotic carvings. Swayambhunath is the worlds most glorious Buddhist Chaityas.It is said to be 2000 years old. Boudhanath is a huge Buddhist stupa located about 7 km east of Thamel. It stands on a massive mandala style platform and has features similar to the Swayambhunath, though it is bigger than Swayambhunath in size. It is said that this stupa was built during the 5th Century. Every year, Thousands of pilgrims from Nepal and neighboring countries visit Boudhanath, particularly in winter and Pashupatinath temple. Pashupatinath temple is one of the biggest Hindu temples. Overnight stay at Hotel |
| 03 |
Drive Kathmandu to Besi Shar
With high level of physical fitness, adequate acclimatization and good logistic support, we begin our Annapurna trekking. Driving along the Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway to Dumre and then following the rough route by the Marsyangdi River, we pass through the low-lying villages and rice fields. After 6 hours long drive, we finally reach Besi Sahar. Besi Sahar is the capital of Lamjung District. We stay overnight at guesthouse |
| 04 |
Besi Sahar to Ngadi. (1011m)
We walk for about 5 hours towards Nadi through narrow tracks, suspension bridges a deep river gorge and Himalayas Mt. Lamjung (22,291Ft.), Manaslu (26,760 Ft) We stay overnight at guesthouse |
| 05 |
Ngadi to Jagat (1314m)
Ngadi, here we will have to cross the Ngadi Khola by a long suspension bridge. From here on the trail moves gently upwards to Bahundanda, an attractive village in the saddle of a long ridge at Bahundanda 1300m A steep trail descends from Bahundanda, through rice fields, before crossing a stream at the bottom of a small waterfall. It then climbs again and traverses the hillside high above the river before reaching the village of Hani Gaon. Ahead, the Marshyangdi valley forms a steep V-shape. We follow the winding mountain path down through Syange and along the river for some distance. The trail then climbs steeply and the path is cut into the sheer cliff-face some 200-300m above the riverbed. Eventually we descend to the stone village of Jagat, situated on a shelf, which juts out into the precipitous Marshyangdi valley. We stay overnight at guesthouse. |
| 06 |
Jagat to Dharapani [1920m]
The trail from Jagat descends until it reaches the river and then continues through a lush forest. Further ascent leads to sharp-edged cliff facing the riverbank. En route, Chyamje comes into picture amidst the glorious backdrop of towering Annapurna mountain ranges. After crossing a suspension bridge, we climb steeply towards the slippery and physically challenging path to Sattale. On treading along a succession of rock-strewn trails, we descend to a grassy riverbank that leads to Tal. As we walk away from Tal, the path becomes rugged and winding. Then we approach steep forested village of Karte. Meandering along the waterfalls and cliffs, we finally reach Dharapani after crossing a suspension bridge. Overnight stay at guest house. |
| 07 |
Dharapani To Chame (2675m)
Trek from Dharapani to Chame (2675m.) which takes about six hours. As you cut through a narrow field from the village, the Dudh Khola, which originates from the south face of Manaslu, enters on the opposite bank. The Marsyangdi then veers to the left, and as Annapurna II becomes visible ahead, you arrive at Bagarchhap, a Bhote village with prayer flags fluttering in the breeze around Buddhist monastery. Continuing to climb through forests of pine and oak, you pass through Danaque (2210m.). There comes a small wooden bridge which takes you to follow steep ascent path upto Timang. It lies at the bottom of Lamajung Himal. The trail goes through flat level until you reach Chame where there are government offices, shops, and hotels. Chame is the administrative headquarters for the Manang district. Overnight stay at guest house. |
| 08 |
Chame to Pisang (3100M)
A narrow steep path through a very dense pine forest will bring you to the dramatic curved rock face, rising 1500m from the river. As the trail opens up you will be surrounded by Himalayan Peaks all the way to Pisang. You will have an extra half an hour climb towards a big hill to reach Upper Pisang. Over night at lodge. |
| 09 |
Rest Day at Pisang
Today we spend a day acclimatizing in Pisang Village. We can spend the whole day taking some fine day walks and sighting the magnificent mountain and scenic views around the village. The day time is best to gain altitude. At the end of the day, we return back to our accommodation and have a goodnight’s rest. |
| 10 |
Pisang to Pisang Base Camp
Trek from Pisang to Pisang Base Camp which takes about six hours. The trail is steep ascent passing through Upper Pisang. En route you cross forests of pine and local vegetation. The views of Annapurna rang welcome you. Overnight stay at Tent |
| 11 |
Day for relax and Acclimatize-3,700m
Rest at Pisang Base Camp. This is an acclimatization day for the preparation of Pisang summit. You will be completely charmed by the panoramic views of Annapurna range, Chulu East, Chulu Far East, Nawal peak, Tilicho peak and many other unnamed mountains and peaks. Overnight stay at Tent |
| 12 |
Base Camp to Pisang Peak High Camp (5,400m)
Today we walked for 4 -5 hours and set up our high camp at the height of 5400m after climbing to a shoulder on the south west ridge. There will be snow at the high camp from the end of November to the end of March. Over night at Tent. |
| 13 |
Climb to the Summit (6091meters) and return to Base Camp
Today is a day to fulfill your dream of Summit on Pisang Peak. From the High Camp,the well defined ridge leads to the final snow slop which is quite steep and more technical to reach the summit. Our guide will fixed the rope and lead you to the successful summit of the Pisang peak. After a Successful summit, you will walk down to Base Camp and stay over night at tent. |
| 14 |
Pisang Peak base Camp to Manang [3520m]
As we continue with our trek further a field from Pisang, we head along a steep ridge savoring beautiful sights of the Manang valley and the Tilicho peak towering above 7132 meters. As we descend through Manang's airstrip, we come to Hongde lying beneath the gigantic Annapurna III on the north-east face. The route further leads to the wide plain of the Sabje Khola Valley from where we get the majestic view of Annapurna IV [7525m]. Further on, we cross a wooden bridge, as the Marshyangdi Khola gushes below us. We enter the beautiful village of Mungji. We continue treading along the cultivated fields and after a while we arrive at the village of Bryaga with a splendid monastery. On trekking down to Manang, we enjoy the majestic views of the Annapurna range - Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Gangapurna [7455m] and Tilicho Peak [7134m]. Overnight stay at guest house. |
| 15 |
Manang to Yak Kharka [ 4050m]
Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka (4050m.) and it takes about three and half hours. Now the trail ascends gently all the way to Yak Kharka passing through the Gunsang (3960m.) village. En route, you can see panoramic views all the day.n peaks or by simply take in the panoramic beauty of the Annapurna mountain range and the Manang Valley. Overnight stay at guest house. |
| 16 |
Yak Kharka to Thorang Phedi [ 4550m]
Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4550m.) which takes about 3 and half hours. Leaving Yak Kharka, you climb gradually to a ridge before descending to the headwaters of the Marsyangdi and crossing via a covered wooden bridge. After a short ascent up the mountain path on the right bank, you follow a narrow trail across an unstable spree slope and then descend to Thorung Phedi. Overnight stay at guest house. |
| 17 |
Thorung Phedi –Muktinath [ 3800m]
We have an early start today for the crossing of Thorung La [5416m]. The trail becomes steep immediately on leaving camp, but as local people have used this trail for hundreds of years, the path is well defined. The gradient then eases and after around 4 hours of steady climbing, we reach the chorten and prayer flags of the pass. From the snow-covered mountains above, to the head of the Kali Gandaki valley below and the brown and purple hills of Mustang, which spread out before us, we are presented with a dramatic tableau. The descent to Muktinath is a 1600m trek. But the excellent views of Dhaulagiri, more then makes up for the tiring journey. Eventually the moraines give way to grassy slopes before a pleasant walk along the Jhong Khola Valley to Muktinath, with its shrines and temple. Overnight stay at guest house. |
| 18 |
Muktinath –Jomsom [ 2670m]
Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2670 m.) and it takes about five hours. You now begin the trek descent down the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge, initially through arid country in the same geographical and climatic zone as Tibet. After passing through Jharkot and Khingar villages with typical Tibetan architecture, you follow path steeply down to Kagbeni, a primitive village famous for Tibetan architectures. People living there follow the Tibetan life style and culture. There is situated a monastery said to belong to 15th Century. Kagbeni is the border for Upper Mustang. Your trail passes through the bank of Kali Gandaki passing through the Eklebhatti. The trail is windy after late morning. The river flows through broader course. Jomsom is the headquarter of Mustang and it is split into two towns and between these two towns passes through Kali Gandaki river. There is access of internet and banking facilities. From Jomsom, you can enjoy the magnificent views of Nilgiri and Tilicho peak Overnight stay at guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with Tea and Coffee. Overnight stay at guest house. |
| 19 |
Fly from Jomsom –Pokhara
Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara which takes about 30 minutes. The flights are available during the morning time. The strong breeze blows during the after and frequent change of the weather prevent the flight being landed and taken off in the afternoon. During the flights in morning, the sky looks very clear which makes you able to enjoy the splendid views of different mountain peaks Overnight stay at Hotel |
| 20 |
Drive back to Kathmandu: (1345 meters)
Overnight stay at the hotel in Kathmandu . If you are interested in continuing on to Chitwan Jungle Safari, River Rafting Adventure or any other tours you can start today. |
| 21 |
City Tours in Kathmandu
After breakfast, our city guide reaches in Hotel with Vehicles, then we drive to Bhaktapur Durbar Square . Bhaktapur is one of the oldest cities in Kathmandu valley. It is well known as Living Museum . Old brick paved enclave of old Royal palace, Nyathapola Temple , Datatriya temple, exquisite artwork offers a picture of the grandeur of medieval Nepal . And Patan is located 7 km away from Kathmandu , this city has many 15th to 17th century, Hindu and Buddhist, monuments built during the Malla dynasty. The most important area with many monuments is the Patan Durbar Square . (Culture program) Over night stay at Hotel. |
| 22 |
Depart Kathmandu:
Our Nepalese support team will take you to the airport for your flight back to home. (Or stay longer for short tours such as game drive at National parks, rafting, Tibet tours, mountain biking etc). |
Fixed Departure Dates (Tailor made departures available on request)
| January: | February: 15th, 28th |
| March: 10 st , 18 th, 29th | April: 7th, 18th, 21st, 28th |
| May: 10th, 17th, 25th | June: 10 st 25th |
| July: 15 th, 26 | August: 2nd, 9th, 19th, 27th |
| September: 8th, 15th, 22nd, 28th | October: 6rd, 13th, 20th, 29th |
| November: 8th, 16th, 22nd | December: 1st |
Note:
Unforeseen Cost such as Flight Cancellation or Delayed, Sick in Trek, and Helicopter rescue in Trek, Cost due to bad weather etc which is out of our control.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The safety and security of clients is a matter of great importance for us. All of our trips are led by qualified professional government license holder guides and they have received adequate training from the government of Nepal. We always carry first aid kits in our trip. Out duty is to work hard for you safety and comfort, no matter where we go. Therefore, we work very honestly to provide you the Himalayan experience that suits your needs. Please feel free to put forward your queries for making your trip more significant and memorable.
Cost of Pisang Peak Climbing
| Group Size | 1 pax | 2-4 pax | 5-8 pax | 9-12 pax |
| USD (US$) per person | Inquiry | 1950 | 1450 | 1340 |
Pisang Peak Climbing Service Includes
- Transportations from Airport – Hotel – Airport Car, Van, Heice and Coaster
- Welcome dinner with Live Nepalese Cultural Program
- Equipment: Trekking tents, Dining tent, Kitchen Tent, Toilet Tent, Table and chairs, Mattresses during the trekking & Peak climbing period
- Accommodation in lodge trek 14 days (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea coffee and Bed) 4 days camping Trek meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner) Tea coffee and seasonal fruits
- English Speaking experienced Sherpa, Govt. Trained/Licensed Holder guide
- Equipment Fees for climbing guide
- Climbing Rope, Ice screws, Snow bars
- Staff: 1 Guide, 1 Cook, 1 Kitchen, 1 climbing guide & necessary porters
- Climbing peak permit/s & other necessary fees
- Personal insurance for Nepalese staffs
- Our service charge
- One Sherpa,(guide assistance) group size more than 4
- Annapurna conservation fee, TIMS permits & Any required permits or Official Documentation
- Airfare Jomsom to Pokhara
- Kathmandu to Besishahar by suitable private vehicle
- Local Transportations Pokhara - Airport – Hotel Car, Van, Heice and Tourist bus for pick up
- Pokhara to kathamndu by best tourist Bus Green land or Coaster
Pisang Peak Climbing Service Excludes
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu can be managed upon your request (Click for Hotel)
- Sightseeing tours in Kathmandu can be arranged upon your request (Click for tour in Kathamndu)
- Personal Insurance for travel to Nepal
- Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
- Emergency Rescue evacuation
- Trekking Sleeping bag
- Personal expenses
- Tipping (Tips)
- Bar bills & beverage
Suggested Climbing gears:
- Climbing boots, Crampons
- Ice axe, Harness
- Karabiners,
- Tapes/slings,
- Rock pegs, Helmet (crash hat)
- Warm climbing trousers, Long cotton hiking shirts
- Waterproof climbing jacket, Gaiters,
- Sun hat, Light cotton athletic socks and wool,
- climbing socks, Long sleeved cotton/woolen shirts,
- T-shirts, Wool long underwear
- Down high altitude, Sleeping bag
- Down jacket/ trousers/vest, Climbing sunglasses
- Sunscreen, Lip salve
- Lightweight fleece, Fleece/wool for climbing
- Head torch /batteries/bulbs, Lightweight thermal/ insulated ski gloves
Equipments are available in Kathmandu on sale and parts of this equipment can be rented too.
Client Testimonials
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