Pisang Peak Climbing

Duration: 12 Days
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Moderate + challenging
  • Trip Style: Peak Climbing
  • Transport: As per Itinerary
  • Food: Breakfast,Lunch & Dinner(BLD)
  • Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge and camping
  • Group Size: Min 1 Pax
  • Max Elevation: 6,091 m
  • Best Time: March - May & October - November

Highlights

  • Adventurous trail
  • Trek through lush forests and picturesque villages
  • Experience rich culture and unique lifestyle of locals
  • Reach the top of Pisang Peak
  • Observe stunning landscape
  • Get to see panoramic views of Himalayan mountains like Annapurna Range, Dhaulagiri Range, Mt. Gangapurna, Mt. Nilgiri, etc

About Pisang Peak Climbing

Pisang Peak Climbing is a very famous peak climbing that traverse in the Annapurna region. The attractive pyramid shape of the peak attracts hundreds of climbers every year. Situated on the northern border of Manang Valley, Pisang Peak is also part of Annapurna Range in the east. The climbing does not involve technical parts, but you have to do some glacier walk. In 1955, Pisang Peak was first summited by a German Expedition Team. Climbing Pisang Peak is a good option for any climbers who want to level up their climbing game in the Himalayas. Overall, Pisang Peak Climbing 15 Days offers a life-changing journey that you will cherish forever. You also get to experience the rich culture and tradition of locals.

Itinerary

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Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu.

As you enter in Nepal, you get to witness green hills, settlement areas, and snow-capped mountains at far distant. After landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you get welcomed by our team representative at the terminal gate. He will take you to the hotel, and later, in the evening, you will have a welcome dinner organized by the company. 

  • Meals: Welcome dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel

We have organized a guided sightseeing tour for you during which you visit several monuments like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhnath Stupa. These places are part of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You get guided by a professional tour guide who will brief you about these monuments. 

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

Driving along with lush green hills and small settlements areas, you move towards Jagat. The drive will be long but offers scenic views. 

  • Meals: BLD
  • Accommodation: Teahouse

From Jagat, you descend to a river and continue trekking through lush forest. The trail then ascends to a sharp-edged cliff and pass by Chamje. Enjoying striking views of Mt. Annapurna, you cross a suspension bridge and gradually ascends on a steep and slippery trail that leads to Sattale. From here you pass by Tal and Karte villages and reach Dharapani.

  • Meals: BLD
  • Accommodation: Teahouse

Trekking through lush forests and some small villages, you reach Chame. The trail will be scenic. Before reaching Chame, you pass through landslide areas and a few Tibetan villages. Upon reaching Chame, you get to observe striking views of Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, and Lamjung Himal.

  • Meals: BLD
  • Accommodation: Teahouse

The trail passes through dense forests of pine & rhododendron. Further, following the Marsyangdi River, you reach Bhratang and continue trekking through alpine woods. You reach Dhukur Pokhari and descend to lower Pisang. From here, you ascend and reach Upper Pisang.

  • Meals: BLD
  • Accommodation: Teahouse

Today, you rest for the day, explore the village, and go on short excursions to nearby villages. You get a chance to look into the daily lifestyle and culture of locals. Views of Mt. Gangapurna, Mt. Annapurna, and Tilicho Peak will make the day more enjoyable. 

  • Meals: BLD
  • Accommodation: Teahouse

The trail heads to the north and ascends through meadows and dense forests. You reach a grassland, where you will be camping for the day. This grassland is a grazing site for cattle in summer. 

  • Meals: BLD
  • Accommodation: Camp

Today, you will gradually move towards the High Camp. It is a short trekking day, therefore upon reaching the high camp, you will have enough time to rest and acclimatize. Your guide will also teach you about the basic uses of gear like ropes, crampons, climbing boots, ascender, etc. 

  • Meals: BLD
  • Accommodation: Camp

It is a big day. You begin ascending towards the summit of Pisang Peak early in the morning. The trail is mostly steep, rocky, and involves technical climbing. Upon reaching the summit, you get to see the surreal landscape and stunning views of Mt. Manaslu, Annapurna range, Damodar Peak, and many other mountains. After spending time at the summit, you descend back to base camp.

  • Meals: BLD
  • Accommodation: Camp

Retracing the same path, you drop down to Chame. The trail passes through several villages and forested paths.

  • Meals: BLD
  • Accommodation: Teahouse

After having breakfast, you drive to Besisahar. The route presents lovely views of hills, terraced fields, and small villages. It is a short drive from Chame to Besisahar.

  • Meals: BLD
  • Accommodation: Lodge

Today, you drive back to Kathmandu. It is going to be a long drive, however beautiful views of rivers, waterfalls, lush green hill, and terraced fields will accompany you throughout the drive. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you move to the hotel.

  • Meals: Breakfast & lunch
  • Accommodation: Hotel

It is a rest day. You can explore around and do some shopping. If you want, we can arrange a guided sightseeing tour for you as well. In the evening, you will have a farewell dinner organized by the company.

  • Meals: Breakfast & farewell dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel

You get dropped at the Tribhuvan International Airport as per your flight departure time. 

What's Included

  • Arrival and departure transfer services as per itinerary

  • Three-star or similar hotels for accommodation in Kathmandu

  • Schedule flight tickets for Jomsom-Pokhara-Kathmandu

  • Experienced and government-licensed trekking guide during the trekking & climbing period

  • All trekking and mountaineering equipment like; kitchen tent, dining tents, toilet tents, sleeping tent twin basis, tables, chairs, and cooking utensils for base camps and above

  • Common climbing equipment (rope, ice bars, ice screws, snow bar, etc.)

  • Cook and kitchen assistant at Base Camp and other camps

  • Member & Climbing Stuffs Transportation Drive from Kathmandu to Jagat as per itinerary.

  • 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner with tea/coffee) during the journey

  • Welcome & farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant 

  • All food and fuel for base camp and higher camps during the venture

  • All necessary permits for climb Pisang peak

  • All wages, equipment, medicals, and accidental insurances for involved staff

  • First Aid medical kits

  • Satellite phone carrying by Guide for communication and available for members with the cost of US$ 3 per minute call

  • Emergency Oxygen, mask, and regulator provided on requirement of guest with appropriate 

  • Trekking and climbing map 

  • Complete pre-departure information

  • Flight ticket reconfirmation

  • Visa extension procedure services (if necessary)

  • Free Ascent Trails T-shirt, cap or duffel bag

What's Excluded

  • Airfare of international flights

  • Nepal entry visa fee (Visa issuance on arrival in Kathmandu)Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu (except for the welcome & farewell dinner)

  • Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria-bars during the trekking

  • Any personal expenses like laundry, charging, etc

  • Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations like natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in Government regulations, etc

  • Extra transportation out of the itinerary program

  • Any additional staff other than specified

  • Rescue, repatriation, medicines, medical tests and hospitalization expenses

  • Travel Insurance and helicopter rescue

  • Wallie-talkies & filming permit (if any special camera or walkies-talkies are taken on the journey)

  • Personal climbing gears

  • Expenses incurred towards usage of landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies or satellite phone & Internet expenses

  • Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods

  • Tips and gifts for base camp and high altitude trekking and climbing staff 

  • Any extra services or products or offers or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary

  • Any other item not included in the “COST INCLUDES” section

Useful Info

What to expect during Pisang Peak Climbing?

Pisang Peak Climbing is an easy peak climbing in the Annapurna region, yet various factors make the venture overall difficult. The trail is moderate to challenging. You walk for around 6 to 7 hours a day. You need to be in good health and shape to go on Pisang Peak Climbing 15 Days. During the climbing, you get to witness breath-taking landscape and stunning views of Himalayan mountains like Annapurna Range, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Gangapurna, Mt. Tukuche, Mt. Nilgiri, etc.

Why go on Pisang Peak Climbing with us?

We are a team of professional climbers and trekkers who have mapped almost every trail of Nepal. We have led countless numbers of groups to their destination successfully. We provide the best service and affordable prices. Moreover, we are also a big believer and follower of eco-friendly treks and tours. With us, you will not only venture through the region, but also get to know in-depth about the region, and help to promote the economy of that place, as we work closely with the locals.

Pisang Peak Climbing map

You can check our Pisang Peak Climbing map to get a more precise perspective of the trail and the route that you will be following during the journey. We designed our map precisely to help you understand the trail and the stops during the climbing.

Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) Symptoms & Prevention

Pisang Peak Climbing is a high altitude journey that involves the risk of altitude sickness, which is also known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). This happens when your body did not get acclimatize properly with the elevation. It is very important to protect yourself from AMS to complete the trek. As in worse can it can ruin the entire journey. Therefore, we take a very careful ascent profile with ample rest days and take all necessary measures to aim to prevent AMS - see more information below.

Read below to know more in detail about altitude sickness symptoms & preventive measures:-

Symptoms of altitude sickness

  • Difficulty in sleeping
  • Dizziness or light-headedness
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Shortness of breath with exertion

Preventive measures

  • Include an adequate number of rest days in the itinerary
  • Keep yourself hydrated
  • Do not drink alcoholic beverages
  • Do not gain more than 500 meters in a day
  • Try to spend the night in lower altitude
  • Acclimatize properly at a lower altitude
  • Inform your guide immediately if any of the symptoms you see
  • Do not push yourself

Pisang Peak Climbing cost

There are so many things that affect the cost of the package overall. Itinerary, permits, services you are willing to get on the trail, expenses of guide and porters, etc are few things that drastically either increases or decreases the cost. With us, you will get the best price in the market along with high-quality service.

Best time to go to Pisang Peak Climbing

The best time to go to Pisang Peak Climbing is in spring and autumn. Months from March to May and October to November fall under these seasons. This time is also the peak of the trekking season in Nepal. As per data, the weather usually stays stable during this time of the year along with the moderate climate. Likewise, the entire region becomes colorful with several species of flowers.

Monsoon (June to September) to Winter (December to February) is not the ideal time to go on Pisang Peak Climbing 15 Days due to unstable weather and chilly climate. The rainfall makes the slippery and prone to landslide, whereas the winter brings the harsh cold with itself.

Accommodation during Pisang Peak Climbing

As per the availability, you will either stay overnight in a teahouse. You will have basic rooms enough to spend a night or two. Usually, rooms come under twin-sharing, therefore if you are looking to get a single room then let us know priorly. Likewise, the washroom at most of the place is common. During the climbing, you stay overnight in camps as well.

Food & Water on Pisang Peak Climbing

During Pisang Peak Climbing, you will get meals as per the menu of the teahouse. The menu has a good variety of food from Nepali, Continental, Tibetan, and Indian cuisines. Dal Bhat and curries are the most staples, filling, and affordable ones. However, you have the option to choose from dishes like sandwiches, pasta, momo, thukpa, bread, eggs, meat, etc. In camps, the meals will be cooked by the porters. They are trained in cooking delicious meals.

Water is available in all the tea shops and lodge. You can carry a reusable water bottle with yourself and fill up every time you need it. We highly request you to not buy water bottles on the trail, as it will reduce the waste and keep the environment safe.

Tailor-Made Options

We are always open to tailor-made itinerary options. We do have fixed departure dates, but you can as well create your itinerary as per your requirements. This helps us to provide the best service to our guests as well as meet their requirements. Therefore, feel free to share your queries with us, so that we can arrange the best possible venture for you.

Environmental Practices

We try our best to run sustainable & eco-friendly treks and tours everywhere. As we spend lots of our time in nature, it is very important for us to conserve and protect it. From recommending not to use plastic water bottles on the trail to cleaning the base camps while returning from the journey, these small steps that we are taking do make a difference. Moreover, we try best to reduce wastage on the trail by carrying more eco-friendly things with us.