Pisang Peak climbing is the best way to appreciate the glory of Manang Valley, along with the adventure of peak climbing. Walk into the most cherished region of Nepal, i.e. Annapurna region, and get swayed with the natural ecstasy that lies in the mountains, hills, valleys, rivers, and forests of the region. You will be blessed with some fascinating views of Tilicho Peak, the Annapurna ranges, Gangapurna, and other neighbouring peaks. Besides, the views of glaciers and the magnificent Manang valley are attractions not to be missed. Pisang Peak climbing is a delightful experience of climbing up to the peak of Pisang and admiring the gorgeousness of mountains, glaciers and wild valleys in the Annapurna region.
At a glance, Pisang Peak is a pyramid-shaped peak that rises above the village the Pisang. The peak is steeply sloped and is made up of ice rocks. The sloppy surface makes climbing a bit difficult; however, a little knowledge of peak climbing, ropes fixed by the team leader and guidelines of the climbing leader make climbing a bit easier. Climbing activity in itself is a physically demanding activity. Moreover, Pisang peak climbing is challenging as well as physically demanding; therefore, you need to be fit physically if you are thinking of opting for Pisang peak climbing.
The journey of Pisang peak climbing initiates with a drive from Kathmandu to Jagat. From Jagat, we take a trail that leads to Upper Pisang via Dharapani and Chame. An ascent up to the Pisang peak base camp and Pisang peak high camp will lead us further to the summit. From the top, we descend to the beautiful valley of Manang and join a trail that will lead us to Thorong La Phedi. The views of the mountains in the Annapurna range look fabulous from the Thorong La pass. As we cross the pass, we head towards Muktinath. Muktinath is a popular spiritual destination for pilgrims around the world. We conclude our journey with a walk to Jomsom, which is followed by a flight back to Pokhara and then to Kathmandu.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (1,355 m / 4,445 ft)
- Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing and trek preparation
- Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Jagat (1,300 m / 4,265 ft) | Distance: 286 km (177.7 miles) | Duration: 7-8 hours.
- Day 4: Trek from Jagat to Dharapani (1,960 m / 6,430 ft) | Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles) | Duration: 5 hours.
- Day 5: Trek from Dharapani to Chame (2,630 m / 8,628 ft), Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles) | Duration: 6 hours.
- Day 6: Trek from Chame to Upper Pisang (3,300 m / 10,827 ft) | Distance: 13.9 km (8.6 miles) | Duration: 6 hours.
- Day 7: Acclimatisation Day
- Day 8: Trek to Pisang Peak Base Camp (4,380 m / 14,370 ft) | Distance: 8 km (4.9 miles) | Duration: 5 hours.
- Day 9: Trek to Pisang Peak High Camp (5,400 m / 17,716 ft) | Distance: 5 km (3.1 miles) | Duration: 2-3 hours
- Day 10: Summit the Pisang Peak (6,091 m / 19,983 ft), then back to Base Camp (4,380 m / 14,370 ft) | Duration: 8-9 hours.
- Day 11: Trek to Manang (3,500 m / 11,483 ft) | Distance: 15 km (9.3 miles) | Duration: 6-7 hours
- Day 12: Trek to Yak Kharka (4,050 m / 13,287 ft) | Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles) | Duration: 5 hours
- Day 13: Trek to Thorong La Phedi (4,600 m / 15,092 ft) | Distance: 8.5 km (5.2 miles) | Duration: 4.5 hours.
- Day 14: Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3,710 m / 12,172 ft) via Thorong La Pass (5,416 m / 17,769 ft) | Distance: 16.4 km (10.1 miles) | Duration: 8 hours
- Day 15: Trek to Jomsom (2,720 m / 8,924 ft) | Distance: 20.2 km (12.5 miles) | Duration: 6 hours.
- Day 16: Fly to Pokhara (822 m / 2,697 ft) | Duration: 25 minutes flight and 20 minutes drive.
- Day 17: Drive Back to Kathmandu (1,355 m / 4,445 ft) | Distance: 200 km (124.2 miles) | Duration: 5-6 hours
- Day 18: Leisure Day in Kathmandu
- Day 19: Farewell
