Journey details
Pisang Peak Climbing - Trip Overview
When climbing to the top of Pisang Peak, you can admire the breathtaking views of the mountains and the Manang Valley. If you are looking to climb the peak in Annapurna, Nepal, the Pisang Summit is the most expedition in a particular area of Nepal. Pisang is a pyramidal peak that is distributed evenly over the yak grass and the village of Pisang. The steep peaks of ice rock are very technical. However, it offers the best views of Annapurna, Tilicho, Gangapurna and other glaciers in the area, as well as the isolated Manang valley.
In a certain sense, the climbing trip is spiritual, we will find a variety of monasteries, pagodas and pagodas, and the most important thing is to go to Muktinath on the way.
If you want to experience the original attraction of the mountains by climbing the peaks, learn to manage the crests and the fixed ropes while crossing the rocky face of Pisang Peak. While climbing is challenging and demanding, the same is true for the spectacular views that you see when you reach the top. This is a reward for your hard work. The climbing peak is not limited to the climbing peaks; it is an experience that allows you to enjoy buffet food in a tent. Your climbing trip depends on the weather and can vary from 8 to 12 hours. To climb the Pisang Mountain, you must be healthy and pay attention to the few climbing techniques.
Accommodations
We will be staying at 3 star hotels in Pokhara and Kathmandu and teahouses during the trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis. And Single supplement will be served on request and will have additional cost. We will have rooms with attached washrooms in most parts of the trek but according to place it can be afforded. In higher elevations single rooms are not available like in Kathmandu and the lower elevation regions but Himalayan Adventure Nepal will do our best for your happiness.
Meals
All meals will be served during hiking, while Kathmandu and Pokhara only offer breakfast. The hotel will also offer welcome and farewell dinner. The most common dishes on most menus are Nepalese, Tibetan, Indian and the most common Continental.
Can I accomplish this trek?
Though Pinang Peak climbing is technical and more challenging you still need more stamina, however having some knowledge on using climbing equipments will still be an asset. There will also be a pre -ice climbing training for participants in the Pisang Peak. The training will mostly be about using climbing gears such as ropes, ice pick, harness, crampons.
There are two dimensions for the Island Peak climbing .Normally you need 5-6 hours of walking every day. In the summiting day however, you will be required to walk for up to for 10-12 hours. Himalayan Adventure Nepal advice you to prepare yourself by jogging 12 km every day for around 3 months before you start your trip. Your pre-existing medical conditions are very important such as heart, lung, and blood diseases to consult their doctor before taking the trip and you need to inform us before booking.
Best Time to Travel
Autumn (Sept. to Nov.) and spring (March to May) are the best seasons for this trek. If you have some other time than this we can customize and make the trip viable.
Additional Information
Our website contains as much information as possible about this trip. If you have some query please directly call us at any time .Your happiness is our success.
Day by day
Detailed itinerary.
Day 1 Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu
Day 2 Trek Preparation and Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour
Day 3 Drive Kathmandu to Synge/Jagat (1100m) Duration: 8 hrs
Day 4 Trek to Dharapani (1960m) Duration: 6 hrs
Day5 Trek to Chame (2630m) Duration: 5 hrs
Day 6 Trek to Upper Pisang (3,700m/12136ft) Duration: 8 hrs
Day 7 Day for relax and acclimatize
Day8 Trek to Pisang Peak Base Camp (4,380m/14365ft) Duration: 4 hrs
Day 9 Trek to Pisang Peak High Camp (5,400m/17712ft) Duration: 4 hrs
Day 10 Summit to the Peak (6191m/20305ft) and back to Base Camp, duration: 9 hrs
Day 11 Trek to Manang (3,450m/11316ft) Duration: 6 hrs
Day 12 Trek to Yak Kharka (4,110m) Duration: 3 - 4 hours
Now the trail goes through meadows where horses and yaks graze. After crossing a small river on a wooden bridge, the trail passes an ancient old Mani wall in a pleasant meadow and then reaches another small village of Yak Kharka. Little but Gradual ascent is the key to avoiding altitude problems. Overnight at Guesthouse, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.
Day 13 Trek to Thorong Phedi (4,600m) Duration: 3 - 4 hrs
But, Himalayan Glacier’s team leader does not advise for this. Although we will have a tough day tomorrow, we stop at Thorong Phedi so that we can sleep sound rather than a risky sleep in higher altitude at High Camp. Overnight at Thorong Phedi. Overnight at Guesthouse, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.
Day 14 Trek to Muktinath (3800m) crossing over Thorong La Pass (5416m) Duration: 7/8 hrs
Day 15 Trek to Jomsom (2600m) Duration: 5 hrs
Day 16 Fly back to Pokhara
Day 17 Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 18 Leisure day in Kathmandu
Day 19 Farewell
Your trip price
What your journey covers.
Cost Included
- Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast ( 3nights).
- Guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms (10 nights).
- All standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
- Local English-speaking trekking guide having licensed. An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (6 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
- The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek. Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff.
- National Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking.
- Free HAN T shirt, bag and Hat.
- Official expenses.
- Welcome dinner with cultural program as listed in the itinerary.
- Day guided city tour
- All Domestic flights and airport tax as listed in the itinerary.
- Private transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek as applicable
- Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
- All government and local taxes
- Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
- Down jacket (to be returned after trip completion)
- HAN trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt and trekking map are yours to take
- All necessary paper work; trekking permits and Island Peak climbing permit
- Good quality tents and kitchen utensils for camping at Pisang Peak (3 nights tented camp)
- Everest summit experienced climbing guide
Cost Not Included
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu. Depending on your budget, it may cost about USD 15 to USD 20 per person.
- Travel Insurance (compulsory!), which covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation
- International airfare and airport departure tax
- Nepal entry visa - You can obtain the visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying USD 25 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying USD 40 and 100 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos.)
- Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks.
- Personal trekking/climbing equipment (click on the Equipment tab).
- Tips for trekking staff and driver (tipping is expected).
- Any others expenses that are not mentioned in the 'Price Includes' section.
- Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
- Cost arising out of landslides, road blockade, and rescue of any form, cancellation of flight or reasons beyond our control
- World heritage entrance permit.
