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Pisang peak Climbing

Pisang Peak is the most popular Peak among the trekking peaks in Nepal in Annapurna region. It is on the way to the highest pass of the world and offers good scope for exploration. The western flank of the mountain is guarded by a hanging glacier and offers considerable challenge. The western end of the ridge has huge rock slabs, which make it difficult to climb. A German Expedition made the first ascent of Pisang Peak in 1955 A.D. and since then it has been something of considerable remark. Trekkers with little experience in climbing can combine the popular classic Annapurna circuit trek with Pisang Peak climbing to have the taste of climbing in Himalayas in Nepal. The peak rises above from Pisang village and yak pastures in a uniform slope of ice and snow to the final summit pyramid. Pisang peak is considered one of the technical climbing peaks among of the climbing peaks in Nepal.

Firstly, we departure to Besisahar from Katmandu and start trek en route common Annapurna Circuit trails and reach Pisang in a 5 days. To reach the base camp from Pisang village, the path ascends through sparse wood and pasture to a Kharka at (4,380m) which is considered the best place for setting up the base camp. High Camp is set up at (5,400m) 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. The well defined ridge leads to the final snow slop which is quite steep and little difficult to reach the summit. Summit of the peak offers truly splendid views of the Annapurna group including Tilicho Peak, Annapurna II and IV, Ghangapurna and the Glacier Dome. Pisang Peak is indeed a "sightseeing peak. Descent is made on the same route. After a successful summit, we continue our trek to Manang valley and continue further up to Thorong Pedi. We will cross a highest pass of the world, Thorong pass(5415m.) at early morning and will arrive Muktinath, another part of the Annapurna. We descend further down through scenic Jharkot village, Kagbeni, a gate way to Upper Mustang and reach jomsom, a capital of Mustang where a small airstrip has on the bank of Kaligandaki River from where we take an early morning flight back to Pokhara and the trip ends.

Pisang peak Climbing

Fact of this Peak
Trip Duration      21 days peak climbing and trek
Max. Altitude: 6091m./19980ft.
Minimum Altitude: 850m/2,805 ft.
Grade: Strenuous 
Activities: Trekking /tour/ climbing
Accommodation: Lodge/ tent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner with tea/coffee
Transportation: Car/ Van/ Taxi / Plane
Trek Departure: Every day throughout the week
Group Size: 2 persons (minimum) to 12 persons (maximum)
Best season: Feb, March, April, May, Sep, Oct & early Nov.
Available Time: All months except
Per day hiking: 4-7 hours per day
Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,295 m/4,273 ft.)
Arriving in Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), you will be met by a Nepal Alternative Treks airport representative. Transfer by Private car/ Van (depends on size of group) to the selected hotel (Hotel Marshyangdi) at thamel in kathmandu. Stay overnight on B/B basis.

Day 2:  Visit world heritage sites in Kathmandu
Full day Kathmandu sight seeing (world heritages sites) -  Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Boudhanath stupa and pashupatinath temple private car/van (depends on group size) and tour guide. Stay at same hotel on B/B basis.

Day 3: Kathmandu-Besi Sahar-Khudi
Drive to Besi Sahar (850m/2,805 ft.) in the morning by private car/ van. 6-7 hours driving, then walk 1 1/2 hours to Khudi. and stay overnight on FB basis. The village setting of Khudi is more preferable than the city setting of Besi Sahar.

Day 4: Khudi-Bulbule-Ngadi-Bahun danda
Your first days walk includes: crossing a few suspension bridges, viewing waterfalls, trekking up and down several hill sections, crossing rice paddies and passing through a subtropical forest. Enjoy walking through all these breathtaking sites for 6 hours, then stay overnight at Bahun danda (1310 m./4323 ft.) at a lodge on FB basis.

Day 5: Bahun danda- Syange-Jagat-Chamje
 Trek 5-6 hours through amphitheatre-shaped rice terraces, along a steep vertical cliff, lush forests, and some culturally intriguing villages, then stay at Chamje ( 1410 m./4653 ft.) overnight at a lodge on FB basis.

Day 6: Chamje-Taal, Dharapani
 From Chamje, climb past forests of bamboo and rhododendrons up a steep trail above a river and then into Taal. You pass by fields of corn, barley and potatoes on your way through small villages of Khorte and Karte and after 5-6 hours of a pleasant walk, you arrive at Dharapani (1,960 m/6.468 ft.). Stay overnight at a lodge on FB basis.

Day 7: Dharapani-Bagrchhap-Danaqu-Chame
 Trekking 5-6 hours, you will negotiate a few steep forested ridges, along with several landslides en route. Remember to look up though, as you will be treated to some sensational views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and Annapurna IV (7,525m/24832ft). A few small hot springs offer relief for your long day trek.  Stay overnight at Chame ( 2710m./8943 ft.) at lodge on FB basis.

Day 08: Chame –Dikur Pokharai- Upper Pisang
We trek to Upper pisang(3700m./12136ft.) 5/6 hours walking . 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. We stay there overnight at lodge on FB basis.

Day 09: Relax and Acclimatize
Today you will have a rest day here. Check and set up all the gears for climbing and acclimatized. Enjoy the whole day with very nice magnificent views of all the Annapurnas, Gangapurna and Tilicho. Stay overnight at same lodge on FB basis.

Day 10: Upper pisang- Pisang Peak Base Camp
Today we start walking up towards Base camp after a day relax in Upper Pisang. From Upper Pisang village, the path ascends through sparse wood and pasture to a Kharka at (4,380m) which is considered the best place for setting up the base camp. It is in a flat alpine section along the well worn trail. We walk today 3/5 hours only and stay overnight at Pisang peak (4380m./14370ft.) at tent on FB basis .

Day 11: Base camp- Pisang Peak High Camp
Today we walked for 4 -5 hours and set up our high camp at the height of 5400m.17712ft. 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. We stay there overnight at tent on FB basis.

Day 12: Summit to the Peak and back to Base Camp
Today is a day to fulfill your dream of Summit on Pisang Peak (6091m./19980ft.) 7 hours walking. 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 Sherpa 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 (5400m./17712ft.) and stay overnight at tent on FB basis.

Day 13: Pisang Peak Base Camp- Manang Valley
Today you will trek to Pisang village and continue trek to Manang village (3450m./11316ft.) 5/6 hours walking across the riverside. Here, you will notice a contrast with the landscape and vegetation. 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 (one of the Ethnic Group people of Nepal). We stay there overnight at lodge on FB basis.

Day 14: Manang- Batase danda-Yak kharka
Today is a short 3-4 hour walk up to Yak Kharka, a small settlement set at 4,110m/13,563 ft. .Gradual ascent is the key to avoiding altitude problems. Stay there overnight at lodge on FB basis.

Day 15: Yak Kharka-Lader-Throng Phedi
Make your way to the village of Throng Phedi (4.600 m/15,180 ft.). After 3-4 hours of trekking, you will reach this small, busy settlement which caters to both trekkers and climbers. It is used as a base camp as well as the starting point for the climb up to the famous pass – Throng La. Stay overnight at lodge on FB basis.

Day 16: Throng Phedi-Throng La Pass-Muktinath
An early start is important to begin a long day's trek over the pass. Crossing the famous Throng La pass {5,416m/17872 ft} will be an unforgettable experience. Breathtaking scenes of the high Himalayan peaks are presented from both the trail and the summit of the pass.  After walking 10-11 hours, stay overnight at Muktinath( 3800m./12540 ft.) at lodge on FB basis.

Day 17: Muktinath-Ekle bhatti-Jomsom
Muktinath is an important pilgrimage place for both Hindus and Buddhists. You will visit a Vishnu Temple and Gompa in morning. The trail today is quite surreal as you trek along a plateau above the Kali Gandaki, the world`s deepest gorge. After walking 5 hours, you reach Jomsom (2670m./8811 ft.) and stay overnight at lodge on FB basis.

Day 18: Jomsom- Pokhara fly
Fly early morning to Pokhara 25 minutes. You will have wonderful flight to Pokhara as Annapurna and Fishtail will be on left hand side and Dhaulagiri and other snowcapped mountains will be on your right hand side. After landing at Pokhara, transfer to selected hotel ( Hotel Panorama point) at lakeside in pokhara and stay there on b/b plan.

Day 19: Pokhara-Kathmandu-Farewell dinner
Leaving early at 7:30 am, you drive 6-7 hours to Katmandu, using the Green Line deluxe bus. Stay again at the selected hotel (Hotel Marshyangdi) at thamel in Kathmandu on b/b basis. You will have free time for the rest of the afternoon.In the evening, you are cordially invited to a farewell dinner where you will experience typical Nepali food and cultural entertainment, courtesy of Nepal Alternative Treks.

Day 20: Leisure day in Kathmandu
This pleasant day you may have full day at leisure and either relaxes at hotel because you may have tired body and sore legs from the trip. This one extra day we use as a reserve day just in case if you need one extra day on trip or some time flight to/from Lukla can be cancelled or delay so always good to have this one reserve day after your trip. Stay overnight at same hotel on b/b plan.

Day 21: Departure to your home
Nepal alternative treks provide you free transportation to Trivuwan international airport and departure to your home or other destination.

FootNote:

B/B = Bed and Breakfast, B = breakfast. L = Lunch, D = Dinner,
FB = Full board.( accommodation, breakfast, lunch, Dinner with tea/coffee).
M .= meter. f .= Feet, km =kilometre

Cost Includes:
  • Free pick up and drop by car/van/ from/to international airport.
  • 4 nights deluxe 3***hotel (Hotel Marshyangdi) at thamel in Kathmandu on b/b basis.
  • One night hotel ( hotel Panorama point) at lakesdie in pokhara on b/b plan.
  • One full day sightseeing in Kathmandu with professional tour guide by private car/Van.
  • All meals during the trekking (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with tea/coffee).
  • Lodge and tent accommodation during the trekking.
  • One experienced, educated, well trained, fluent English speaking, friendly, government authorized and specialized in Annapurna region trekking guide, climbing Sherpa and required porters.
  • All porters costs.
  • Guide and Sherpa’s food, accommodation, flight, salary, insurance, transportation, equipments etc.
  • Kathmandu/ Besi sahar by private car/ van and Green line Tourist bus Pokhara/Kathmandu.
  • Jomsom-Pokhara flight tickets and airport tax.
  • Annapurna conservation area project ( ACAP) and TIMS(Trekker's information management system) card.
  • Pisang peak east peak permit.
  • Camping gears.
  • Intl. air ticket re-confirmation.
  • First aid medical box.
  • Trekking equipments as sleeping bag and down jacket etc.
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Complementary Trekking Certificate of Completion.
Cost Excludes:
  • Hard and soft table drinks such as coke, fanta, mineral water, beer.
  • Personal Travel insurance.
  • Rescue operation.
  • Garbage deposit.
  • Nepal tourist visa fee ( $ 25 for 15 days and $ 40 for 30 days multiple entry visa).
  • Tips for guide and porter.( Highly suggested  but not compulsory).
  • Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters.
  • Mountaineering Gears.
If you would like to extend your holiday then below the options are highly suggested.

1. One day Trishuli river rafting.
2. Full day world heritage sites city tour as Bhaktapur, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath and Monkey temple.
3. One night two days Nagarkot sunrise and mountain view and 3 hours hiking trip.
4. One  night Two days Dhulikhel tour.
5. Two  nights Three  days Trishuli river rafting + Chitwan Jungle safari.
6. 1/2/3 hours Trekking thai massage.

7.Mountain flight.

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