Pisang Peak Climbing-18 days

Trip Level
Moderate
Destination
Nepal
Max Altitude
6091m
Trip Duration
18 Days

Overview

Pisang Peak climbing rises from Pisang village, the first climber of that peak was from Germany in 1955 by J.Wellen. Pisang Peak is considered one of the easy climbing peaks among others. To reach the base camp from Pisang village, the path ascends through sparse wood and pastures to a Kharka at (4380m) which is considered the best place for setting up the base camp. High camp is set up at (5400m) climbing to a shoulder on the south Westridge. There will be snow at the high camp from the end of November to the end of March.

Pisang Peak Climbing is one of the most popular trekking and climbing destinations at Annapurna Region in Nepal. Pisang Peak (6,091m) is a lies above a small village of Pisang. Pisang Peak looks shape of Pyramid and it is standing on the northern border of the Manang Valley.  Pisang peak climbing is quite challenging peak climbing in Annapurna region of Nepal.

Pisang peak climbing is prestigious trekking trail that offers you the amazing experience of wider varieties of culture, climate and geography. The views of Mt. Manaslu (8,163m), Mt. Annapurna II (7,555m), Annapurna IV (7,525m), Gangapurna(7,454m) from summit of Pisang Peak will occupy your heart and brain lifetime.

After celebration of Pisang peak climbing, we make interesting trip back. We will move towards the very famous Hindu temple of the region called Muktinath through Thorong La Pass (5,416m), the biggest pass of the region. After amazing view of muktinath we will trek to Jomsom. Pisang Peak climbing trip ends with flight from Jomsom to Pokhara then a drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Note* This is a general itinerary, The trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please e-mail us at nepalhighpoint@gmail.com


Detail Itinerary

Day1: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel

One of our representative will receive you at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to your hotel. After your time to settle in and freshen up after your long flight, we all meet our office for a briefing about the trip. Meeting with trekking guide and discuss necessary matter and we will process for the trekking permits. If you arrive at night, we will have the same discussion in next day morning after breakfast.

Day 2: Preparation for the Program and sightseeing tour of Kathmandu

After your breakfast, one of well experience city tour guide will pick you from your hotel and leave for a sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley. You will visit Pashupatinath Temple (Hindu temple), Swyambhunath temple (Buddist temple), UNESCO World Heritage sites. After you return to your hotel, you will have time to explore the local area, have dinner stay overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar (760m/2,493ft) 7 hours

The journey starts very early in the morning after your breakfast, our guide will meet you at the hotel as per departure time. Today our target is to the Besisahar through Prithivi highway. After that the road turns towards north to Besisahar. We will pass through the bank of Trishuli River and then through the bank of Marshyangdi River. This is an excellent drive which has interesting scenery of the Mountains, Rivers, waterfalls and Jungle as well as farm terraces and village on the mountains.  Stay overnight at the lodge at Besisahar.

Day 4: Trek to Bahundanda (1,398m/45,86ft) 6 and half hours

This is the first day of walking; we start walk very early in the morning after breakfast. This is easy walk through the dusty road towards north of the valley and reaches at Bhulbhule before crossing the suspension bridge over Marsyangdi River. We can view Mt. Manaslu and Nagdi Chuli including many waterfalls and Gurung village. Finally, we will reach to Bahundanda for overnight stay.

Day 5: Trek from Bahundanda to Chamje (1,410m/4,625ft) 5-6 hours

We start our walk after breakfast at the lodge itself, the trail drops steep down to the bottom of the hill and few up downs to Syange to cross suspension bridge. You can have view of waterfall at Syange. Then the trail continue leads few uphill and few down hills to Chamje. We stay overnight at Chamje.

Day 6: Trek from Chamje to Bagarchhap (2,080m/6,824ft) 6 and half hours

The day begins with the trail drops down to the river to cross the bridge and continue climbs up along the river bank to Tal Phedi. Tal is a first village of Manang District which is located on the bank of the Marsyangdi River. After experience of tal village with tibetian culture, the walk continues up and down to Dharapani village and continues up to Bagarchhap for stay.

Day 7: Trek from Bagarchhap to Chame (2,720m/8,923ft) 5 hours

We wake up early in the morning and have breakfast, then we start walking with slightly climbs up to Danaque from where you will enjoy the view of Mt.Manaslu. Then passing through the old village of Tyanja we walk through the pine forest to Chame which is district headquarter of Manang. Stay overnight at the lodge.

Day 8: Trek to Pisang (3,060m/10,039ft) 5 hours

Today's walk leads to uphill to the narrow valley to cross a metal bridge over the River and climb up to Dhukure Pokhari. This is wide valley from where you will see the valley where you will have to walk further to get on the top of the high pass of Thorang La. After easy walk you will get in to Pisang for overnight.

Day 09: Trek to Pisang Peak Base Camp-(3-4hours) 4,380m/14,370ft

After relax in upper Pisang, we will take hot breakfast and walk towards the base camp. We will move along the trail through sparse woods towards pasture called Kharka. This is the best place for setting up tents. On progressing through the trail along the levelled ground we will be at the foot of Pisang Peak.

 Day 10: Trek to Pisang Peak High Camp-(3-4hours) 5,400m/17,712ft

Leaving the Pisang Peak Base Camp we will move further up slowly and steadily. It will take about 3 to 4 hours to reach the High Camp for us. After reaching The High Camp of Pisang Peak, we will quickly set up camp and make necessary arrangements of climbing equipment's. Our climbing experts will check thoroughly if everyone is well acclimatized for climbing the summit. We will spend some time at the camp then explore the surrounding areas. Stay overnight in tent.

Day 11: Summit to the Peak and back to Base Camp-(7-9hours) 6,091m/19,980ft

Today is the celebration day, you 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. The climbing is quite steep and technical. Our Guide will fix the rope and lead you towards the summit of Pisang Peak. On reaching the summit, we will have best views of Tranquil and delicate mountains like Annapurna, Tilicho Peak, and Glacier dome. After a Successful summit, you will walk down to Base Camp and stay overnight at tent.

Day 12: Pisang Peak Base Camp to Manang (5-6hours) 3,450m/11,316ft

 

After successful summit to pisang peak, we plan for another trip to Muktinath. The cold, dry climate creates a much harsher environment. Incredible views of the towering Himalayan Peaks. Manang is a great Mt. Valley which has a rich customs & tradition and gives you an opportunity to observe a traditional lifestyle of Manangi People. Overnight stay at lodge.

Day 13: Trek to Lader (4,230m/13,877ft) 5 and half hours

Today, you will enjoy the panoramic views of Annapurnas, Gangapurna and many more peaks on route. This is an easy day compare other trekking days due to the altitude which is very essential to climb short distance. Stay overnight at the lodge at Lader.

 Day 14: Trek to Thorang Phedi (4,450m/14,599ft) 4 hours

After easy walk the walk drops down to the river to cross wooden bridge and climbs up to the Phedi through the cliff. Once you are at Phedi, if you feel not tired you can continue to the high camp to make easy day next day or you can decide once you are there with the help of our trek leader.

Day 15: Trek to Muktinath via Thorang La (3,760m/12,335ft) 8 hours

Today trip to cross Thorang la pass which starts early morning before sunrise. If you stop at Phedi you start an hour earlier so that you can to the top of the pass before 10 am which is the perfect time before wind blows violently. After short photo break on the top, you drop long way down to Muktinath.

Day 16: Trek to Jomsom (3,500m/11,482ft) 6 hours

Today is the last day of your walk, we pass through the Kaligandaki valley and leads through the bank of the holy river where you may find Fossils called Shaligram a part of Lord Bishnu. Finally reach Jomsom and overnight at the lodge.

 Day 17: Fly to Pokhara and drive to Kathmandu

Wake up early morning and transfer to the airport to catchup first flight to Pokhara. It is scenic flight over deepest George in the world and between high Himalayas of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. You continue drive to Kathmandu from Pokhara. Or If you would like to spend your time in Pokhara we would help to for further arrangements of accommodation. Overnight at the hotel.

 Day 18: Departure day

Today is the last day of the trip, If you would like to extend your holiday with us, we will help you if you require otherwise we will assist you to the airport as per your flight departure time.


Cost Details

  • Airport Pick up and Drop as per itinerary by private car / van
  • All the standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during trekking period.
  • Peak Climbing permit fee
  • Local Guest house accommodation during trek and tented accommodation in climbing period
  • Experience and helpful trekking guide during trek and friendless porters
  • Expert climbing guide
  • First aid medical kit
  • Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine for all staff
  • Round trip domestic airfare as per itinerary
  • General climbing equipment's (rope, ice-crew, snow bar etc.)
  • TIMS card fees - Trekking Information Management System
  • All the government tax
  • Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu Hotel
  • Nepal Visa
  • International Airfare
  • Your Travel Insurance
  • Personal climbing equipment's
  • Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry.
  • Tips for Trekking guide, porters, Drivers
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section

Equiment Checklist

Equipment:

Generally, peak climbing in high range of Himalaya is quite challenging and safety is major part. we recommend following equipment for peak climbing in Himalayan region.

For Climbing:

  • Ice axe
  • Crampons
  • Harness
  • Screw gate
  • Descended abseil device
  • Prussic loops
  • Plastic mountaineering boot

For head protection:

  • Sun hat or scarf
  • Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Head torch

For upper body safety:

  • Cotton t-shirts or thermals
  • Fleece jacket
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Down jacket

For lower body Safety:

  • Lightweight cotton pants (long)
  • Waterproof Pants

For feet safety:

  • Thin inner socks
  • Thick, warm wool hiking socks
  • Comfortable hiking boots

For hands safety:

  • Gloves

Other Accessories:

  • Sleeping bag rated to 0°C
  • Trekking bag/duffel bag
  • Large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag)
  • Trekking poles (optional, recommended)
  • Water bottle or camel bag
  • Toiletries

Map

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Departure Dates

No fixed departures.