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    Pisang Peak Climbing

    • Destination
      Nepal
    • Durations
      20 days
    • Max. People
      15+
    • Trip Mode
      In Hotels and local nice lodge with camping.
    • Climbing Grade
      PD + ‘Per Difficule’ French, Swiss Alpine Climbing Systems.
    • Trek-Climb area
      Nepal North Mid-West around Manang district .
    • People / Culture
      Populated by high Manang tribes with ancient culture and traditional life of Buddhism religion.
    • Mode of Transport
      Exciting drives from Kathmandu with scenic flight from Jomsom to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu.

    Highlights

    “Leads you to great experience on top Pisang Peak with stunning panorama. One of the least climbed trekking peaks within land of Himalayas, Nepal. Walking into beautiful Manang valley enclosed by Annapurna and Chulus peaks. Moreover, daily constant views of mountains on scenic walks to Pisang Peak Climbing. The trekking in Nepal adventure that leads you to high spirit on top stunning majestic Pisang peak. Overwhelming and daring experience on remote pocket of high Manang valley”.

    Pisang Peak Climbing 20 days

    ‘Adventure on top majestic Pisang Peak above scenic Manang valley'

    Pisang Peak Climbing is no doubt an adventure of a lifetime experience. Pisang Peak is one of the most stunning trekking peaks in Nepal's North-Mid-Western Himalaya around high and scenic Manang Valley.

    Pisang Peak is one of the less climbed lesser mountains which rises above 6,091 m / 19,984 ft high. It lies North East of the scenic Manang Valley, away from the main popular trekking routes of Annapurna Circuit for some days. It leads you to complete wilderness away from villages and human settlements.

    It’s an adventure for all interested mountaineers, from beginners to veteran climbers. It’s a climb with PD + grade, taken from French and Swiss Alpine Climbing Classification Systems, which means ‘Per Difficult.’

    It’s a straightforward climb of technical difficulty on some sections to the summit of Pisang Peak. Here our expert guides will accompany and guide you safely on top. And also takes you back to the most mesmerizing moments and wonderful experiences.

    Pisang Peak Climbing begins with an exciting overland journey toward the warmer town of Besisahar in the Lamjung district of Nepal. And then following the raging Marsyangdi River towards the high Manang Valley.

    On this trek, we enjoy overnight stops in nice villages with overlooking views of the peaks of the Manaslu-Lamjung and Annapurna ranges. And then, our walk leads into the nice cool forest of pines and rhododendron and fades away on reaching Pisang village. Also, one can witness the colorful native cultures of Manang indigenous tribes.

    At Pisang village, we acclimate and explore interesting areas by visiting its old monastery. Then our route diverts from the main popular trail of Annapurna Circuit. Now, we climb to our main destinations to establish a base camp for Pisang Peak Climbing.

    Enjoy the pristine wilderness high above scenic Manang Valley with the outmost scenery of surrounding peaks. These include Chulus, Annapurna, and Damodar, as far as the Manaslu range.

    With time for practice, rest, and preparation  , getting ready for the long haul to reach the summit of Pisang Peak. Although a straightforward climb requires technical climbing skill and effort on some sections to reach on top of Pisang Peak. A glorious panorama of peaks and unique landscapes surround the peak.

    After an adventurous climb, heading towards the main Annapurna Circuit trail, visiting the main Manang village and the scenic valley. Then, we reach at high Thorang-la Pass with unstoppable views of peaks, then enter into Mustang district at the holy spot of Muktinath. And then to lovely Thakali town in Jomsom for a scenic, short flight to beautiful Pokhara. In this way, finally, we complete our remarkable experience and memorable adventure on Pisang Peak Climbing.

    Best Seasons to Climb Pisang Peak Nepal:

    Nearly all months of the year except the monsoon wet months from mid-June to mid-September.

    March to May is the best time for Pisang Peak Climbing because one can witness clear views till the afternoon when wildflowers bloom. With fantastic views of mountains, a pleasant day with cooler morning and night time.

    The second best time to climb Pisang Peak is October(a popular month for the Nepal Festival) to December, with crystal clear views of the peaks.  But due to short sunlight days, it can be cold in the morning and nighttime.

    • Day01

      Reach Kathmandu via various international airline and transfer to hotel.

      On arrival received by our staff and guide with transfer to your respective hotels in the hub of Kathmandu. After checking into your lovely rooms and getting refreshed from jet-leg, join in with other members of Pisang Peak Climbing.

      Our guide/ leader will brief with each and every information you need to know while on your trekking/ climbing. He explains regarding local lodge, walks, view, history and culture. Also, he will be assuring about some important do’s and don’ts while you are with us having enjoyable times.

      Evening includes a nice dinner(includes the traditional food of Nepal) in a pleasant Nepalese restaurant with local cultural programs.

    • Day02

      In Kathmandu with optional tour and preparation for trek and climb.

      Today, a free day to prepare for the upcoming treks to high Annapurna area. But in the morning you’ve an optional tour exploring around Kathmandu world heritage sites for few hours and back to hotel.

      Afternoon at leisure and free for individual activities. It’s the time for getting ready with packing for next early morning drive to Nepal Mid West where our walk begins towards Pisang Peak and Annapurna.

    • Day03

      Drive to Nepal Mid-West to Besisahar and at Syange 1,100 m – 06 hrs.

      Morning starts with drive on tourist coach or smaller vehicle as group size for overland journey. It takes you away from Kathmandu valley, heading into low warmer areas with views of snowcapped mountains. The drive continues on busy main highway past farm villages and town to reach Besisahar.

      After a pleasant stop, we continue drive beyond Besisahar to reach small farm village of Syange for overnight stop.

    • Day04

      Trek to Dharapani 1,920 m – 06 hrs.

      With long and interesting drive to Syange, our walk starts heading up on leaving Marsyangdi River behind for sometimes to reach Jagat. It’s a nice farm village, and then walk into cool shade of forest towards Chamje, entering into more Buddhism cultural country. From here onward as walk leads to a nice valley at Tal-Besi.

      From Tal village, we take few hours walks of ups and down including some gradual path to reach our overnight stop at Dharapani. It’s a moderate size village located in between the trails of Manaslu and Manang route or Annapurna circuit.

    • Day05

      Trek to Chame 2,670 m – 05 hours.

      From Dharapani walk on winding trail within rhododendron and pine forest past villages of Bagachap and Danque. Then to Timang village from here onwards where you can notice more Buddhist culture along with views of Mt. Manaslu.

      After a refreshing short stop at Timang village, we take a few hours trek to Chame town for overnight stop. Chame a large and major town of Manang area and as well a head quarter of Manang district.

    • Day06

      Trek to Pisang 3, 230 m – 05 hrs.

      After Chame, walk to Pisang where scenic Manang valley starts and air gets much cooler. From here onward, walk leads close within mountains. The morning walk leads you into cool alpine forest of rhododendron and pine trees, following Marsyangdi river with  few short ups and down to Bratang village.

      From here follow uphill path into woodland to reach Dhukure Pokhari. It’s a small place with few teahouses and lodge overlooking Chulu’s and Pisang peak. With a lunch break here, walk descends to lower Pisang village for overnight stop.

    • Day07

      Rest day at Pisang for local hikes and acclimatization.

      Rest day in Pisang village for necessary acclimatization. Before heading higher ridges for Pisang Peak climbing, we hike around this day. Walking higher and sleeping at low elevation supports acclimatization better.

      This rest day also helps to plan the climb where our guide provides necessary information of the area, culture, religion and climbing skill required for the climb.

    • Day08

      Trek to Pisang Peak Base Camp 4,380m – 04 hrs.

      After a nice rest at Pisang village, our route leads north above Pisang village. As tree lines drops for short bushes within Yak grazing land, called Kharka.

      Climbing the high ridge above Pisang peak where our guide and staff will set up the base camp with camping equipments at 4,380 meters high. This is the first night in tents and meals are prepared by our expert cook and kitchen staff.

    • Day09

      Trek and climb to High Camp 5,400 m – 03 hrs.

      A short day but tough due to high altitude. The morning walk follows a faint trail where few climbers and Yak herders hardly use this path to high camp. As the walk leads over rocks, ice and glacier to reach bottom of Pisang Peak where high camp is set for the climb.

      Afternoon our guide will scout the area for safe accessible route to the summit fixing ropes and making ice ledges where necessary. High Camp is situated on long ridge of Pisang Peak, under some conditions this area may be under snow. Afternoon free to sort the gear with preparation for the early morning climb.

    • Day10

      Climb Pisang Peak and return to base camp permitting to Pisang village.

      Today is the day for our highlight and goal of the adventure. We start early before dawn climbing over moraine and rubble of ice falls. By following our lead guide, we reach high above on a well defined ridge towards last snow slope. Then, it leads quite steeply without any difficulty but with some technical sections. And then climb all the way to Pisang summit with great help and support of our expert guide. On reaching the summit take a rest and admire the beautiful panorama of whole Annapurna Mountains. And towards north and west Chulu range with Damodar peaks as well beyond Chulu peaks, view of Manaslu towards east horizon.

      After being on top and highest spot of the adventure, descent is made on the same route to base camp. If time permits and possible with physical strength after the climb descend all the way to Pisang village.

    • Day11

      Reserve day in case of bad weather condition.

      We reserve an extra day as contingency in case of unfavorable weather condition. Or to adjust this day to maintain itinerary days taking care of client’s health and fitness as well.

      If this day not used and if all goes well according to our standard itinerary, our guide will use this extra day on return trek to Manang or on route Jomsom. Making shorter day with enjoyable walks with views on route.

    • Day12

      Trek to Manang 3,540 m – 05 hrs.

      You get morning views of mountains, from here onward altitude gains. Then, the walk leads through forest with short uphill and views of Annapurna II and III, Gangapurna Chulu’s and Pisang peak. Walk downhill to reach flat valley at Hongde village. From here onward tree lines fades for barren, arid landscapes with cold, dry arctic climate.

      Before Manang, visit old Braga monastery enriched with old Buddhist relics, ancient wall painting and frescos and stunning views of Annapurna Himalaya. From here, after an hour walk reaches Manang village.

    • Day13

      Trek to Yak Kharka 4,110 m – 04 hours.

      After a good rest and time at Manang, morning walk leads towards Gunsang village on the uphill path to Yak Kharka. It’s an interesting high altitude trekking with super views of snowcapped mountains. Then crossing a small stream river to reach Yak Kharka, a small settlement with tremendous views of Gangapurna, Annapurna III and Chulu Peaks.

    • Day14

      Trek to Thorang High Camp 4,600 m – 04 hrs.

      As the walk advances to high area, heading closer to the base of Thorang-la as the walk leads to cross a bridge.  And then, take a climb along the river bank of Jarjung. As the walk leads to Thorang Phedi, from here a short steep climb to reach at Thorang High Camp for overnight stop.

    • Day15

      Cross Thorang-La 5,416 m and walk to Muktinath 3,800 m – 07 hrs.

      It is one of the major and highlight of the adventure. After early breakfast walk leads to long climb up towards Thorang-la, climb on steep terrain with winding path to Thorang La Pass situated  5,416 m / 17,700 ft high.

      The highest altitude gain of the adventure offers vista of dramatic surrounding and far country landscapes with high snowcapped mountains. After an exciting stop where long descend takes you to Muktinath which is above 3,800 meters high.

      Then, we reach Muktinath for overnight stop. It’s one of the most holy spots for both Hindu and Buddhists the word Muktinath literally means ‘the place for Nirvana or Liberation’.

    • Day16

      Drive to Jomsom 2, 715 m with afternoon free – 02 hrs.

      From Muktinath, the walk stops for a day as Muktinath to Tatopani village have motorable road since few years ago.  It’s possible to  drive and shorten our trekking day itinerary.

      Taking a morning drive, down towards Kaligandaki river valley reaching the large town of Jomsom and headquarter of Mustang area. Also, it’s a home of Thakali a flourishing people and traders on this old Trans Himalayan Salt and Caravan trade route.

      On reaching this nice town, we’re free to explore its nice streets filled with shops, stores, restaurants, nice hotels and lodge.

    • Day17

      Fly to Pokhara 860 m from Jomsom – 20 mins and transfer to hotel.

      Our last day of the adventure completes with morning short smooth flight to reach scenic Pokhara around warmer low area of Nepal Mid West.

      Pokhara one of the charming places on earth blessed with high Annapurna range of peaks with calm lakes of Phewa and Begnas. On landing at Pokhara airport transfer to hotel by the beautiful Phewa Lake. Now it’s time to explore around interesting streets of lake side.

    • Day18

      Drive or fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

      Depending upon size of the group to travel, we take a Tourist Coach/ private car to reach back to Kathmandu. Morning after breakfast in Pokhara hotel, the drive leads you on busy and exciting highway past farm villages and towns to reach Kathmandu. The afternoon for leisure or engage in personal activities and shopping.

      (Options to choose by air from Pokhara to reach Kathmandu 30 mins flight with panorama of mountains and dramatic landscapes, at Kathmandu airport transfer back to your hotels.

    • Day19

      Reserve day in Kathmandu with individual activities.

      We have reserved an extra day in Kathmandu. It’s in case of flight problem related to bad unfavorable weather condition at Jomsom or on climb. Having an extra day allows you with time for yourself or join in our exciting tour or just relax after a great adventure on high Pisang Peak Climbing within scenic Manang valley.

    • Day20

      Depart Kathmandu for international departure homeward bound.

      Finally all good things must come to an end. It’s your final day in beautiful Nepal. With grand glorious memories of Pisang Peak Climbing, our staff and guide transfer you to Kathmandu international airport for your flight home or to respective countries.

    Cost Details

    What's Included in Pisang Peak Climbing

    • Airport pickup and drop by private vehicle.
    • Kathmandu to Syange by bus.
    • Two night’s tourist standard twin sharing Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
    • One night tourist standard hotel in Pokhara after trek.
    • Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during trek and climbing.
    • Tea or Coffee during the breakfast in Mountain.
    • Trekking lodge (Tea House) and tented accommodations.
    • All necessary paper works Annapurna Conservation Area Project Entry permit and Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) permit.
    • Climbing permit.
    • Necessary climbing equipments.
    • All ground transports during trek with sharing basis.
    • Jomsom to Pokhara Flight.
    • Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist bus.
    • A highly experience, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking, Government License holder climbing guide. All his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance are included.
    • Necessary Strong, helpful porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment his salary, foods, accommodation and insurance.
    • Comprehensive medical supplies (first aid kit will be available)
    • Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service (paid by your Travel Insurance Company).
    • Use of sleeping bag, down Jacket and Duffel bag. (if you don’t have your own, need to return after trip completed).
    • Eco Holidays Nepal T-shirt and cap.
    • Government taxes and official expenses.
    • Route map.
    • Oximeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily. (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS) symptoms.) Which will ensure you trek is in the safest hands possible for all levels of trekker.
    • Farewell dinner.

    What's Excluded in Pisang Peak Climbing

    • Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu and Pokhara (Lunch and Dinner).
    • Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport – Kathmandu). $30 USD for 15 days Visa.
    • Your Travel and Medical Insurance.
    • Personal climbing equipment’s. Can be rented $150
    • Your Personal Expenses.
    • All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic cold and hot drinks on trek. (Those you choose to purchase along the way and during evenings in the Tea House.)
    • All desserts sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
    • Hot shower and battery charging on the tea houses.
    • Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected)
    • Extra night hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
    • Note: Single supplementary 250$ required.

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