Pisang Peak Climbing

Our representative will greet you and your group at the Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) on your arrival. After issuing an on-arrival visa at the airport, you will then move to your hotel for rest and lunch. You will receive a briefing about your daily activities throughout your trip. You can either take the day off or roam around the capital city. Take enough rest as a whole new day is ahead of you.

Highlights

• Transport to the hotel on a private tourist vehicle
• Traditional Nepali dinner and an introduction of the team
• Short briefing about the daily itinerary.

Special Information

Make sure to attend the meeting. We will be providing information about your insurance and other essential aspects of the trip. If you are running late, please let the hotel reception know about it. You can ask the receptionist or look for a note regarding the meeting place.

You will take a tour of Kathmandu valley today. After breakfast, our representative will greet you in the hall. You will receive a briefing about the day and the places you will visit. You will ride from the hotel to some of the cultural heritage sites listed as World Heritage Sites. You first set your foot at Pashupatinath Temple, which is the biggest Hindu shrine. This temple is at least a couple of centuries old.

From here, you will visit Boudhanath Stupa, which holds religious importance among Buddhists. After a quick lunch break, you will ride to Swayambhunath Stupa. You can see the whole of Kathmandu Valley from this spot. Later in the evening, you will roam around Kathmandu Durbar Square. This historical site is the epitome of the architecture of Nepal.

While on your way back to the hotel, you can find your way around Thamel. This place is the tourist hub of Kathmandu. You can shop souvenirs from here to take back home.

Highlight 

• A visit to Pashupatinath Temple
• A visit to Boudhanath Stupa
• A visit to Swayambhunath Stupa
• Roam around Kathmandu Durbar Square
• Stroll around Thamel.

Special Information

We recommend that you carry proper trekking gear, such as walking poles, shoes, and other items. They will ease your climb through the rugged path. If you don’t have the equipment, inform your guide. We will arrange those items for you in Kathmandu.

You will get up early in the morning, have breakfast, and get on a private jeep from your hotel to Dharapani. You will see many green hills and vegetation as soon as you leave the busy city of Kathmandu. The drive will take around 7 hours. Further, you will continue the drive along the canal of the outskirts and descend to a narrow path of Pam Khola.

After passing the stream, you will reach Denauti village. Here, you will gain your first experience of an authentic Nepali settlement. You will continue along the bank of the Marshyangdi Khola, the paddy fields, and subtropical forests. Finally, you will reach Dharapani, where you will be spending the night.

Highlights

• Drive to  Besisahar and then to Dharapani via Jeep,
• Beautiful sceneries along the Prithvi highway,
• Experience traditional Nepali village and lifestyle,
• Approximate time – 7 hours drive

• Travel by Jeep

You will walk down the trail through the gorgeous Marsyangdi valley. After crossing the valley, you will get the first sight of the mystical Manaslu and Annapurna mountain ranges. You will also see multiple cascading waterfalls along your way. The beautiful aura of the natural environment and the mountain scenery will keep you wondering throughout the day.

You will start to notice variations in the settlements and flora as you continue towards the higher altitude. The influence of the Tibetan lifestyle is dominant in higher regions. The sight of mountain peaks continues to accompany you along the way.  The trail is rugged and uneven, so be careful when you take your steps. You will reach Chame in about 7 hours.

Highlight

• A peaceful walk through the Marsyangdi Valley,
• The first sight of Annapurna range and Manaslu,
• Beautiful waterfalls,
• Continue  through well-managed rice fields,
• Suspension bridge along the way,
• Experience the change in vegetation and lifestyle,
• Introduction to Tibetan lifestyle and food,
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours

Special Information

We will take periodic small breaks along the way. Use your hiking poles, carry water bottles, and maintain your natural pace. It will help you move forward with ease.

The path above Sattale follows a grassy riverbank. On a further climb, the trail becomes narrow and more difficult. Follow your guide’s instructions carefully. If you have any problem with your hike, do not hesitate to inform your guide.

After an early breakfast, we will get back on the trail. Morning is the best time to start the hike as the temperature is soothing, and you will have full energy after the night’s sleep. The trail is pretty much similar to any other day with rocky and uneven topography.

Head along the bank of Marsyangdi river and move towards Bharatang. Soon you will cross a suspension bridge and reach Dhikur Pokhari. After leaving the area, you will enter a beautiful coniferous forest and finally arrive at Pisang. You will spend the night in a teahouse.

Above 3000 meters, you will begin to notice the change in vegetation numbers. Floral life starts to become scarce at higher levels. You will come across a drier terrain that gives it a desert-like ambiance.

Highlight

• Walk along the bank of Marshyangdi River
• Follow the path inside of the beautiful coniferous forests and into the settlement area
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours

Special Information

This trek includes rapid elevations at some places.

Today, you will rest at Upper Pisang for acclimatization. Take ample rest to let your body adapt to the changing environment. During the day, you will explore areas around Upper Pisang. Stroll around while enjoying the view of Annapurna, Gangapurna, and Tilicho peak. Play games, talk to the locals and get to know their lifestyle. A day of rest will help you avoid the risks of altitude sickness.

Highlight 

• Acclimatize your body to reduce/prevent the risk of altitude sickness,
• Rest for the day,
• Get to know the local lifestyle,
• Enjoy the view of Annapurna, Gangapurna, and Tilicho peak.

Special Information

If you face any sort of difficulty in breathing or experience symptoms of altitude sickness, immediately notify your guide. Your guide will carry some medications to help relieve the symptoms. Do not consume alcoholic drinks as it increases the risks. Consume plenty of hot water, stay warm, and, most importantly, stay close to the group.

After acclimatizing for a day to the thinning air pressure, you will continue to climb to the Pisang Peak Basecamp after having breakfast. Move along the trail through scanty forests and come out to a pasture land known as Kharka. The atmosphere continues to become harsher as you ascend. Continue along the main path, and soon, you will reach the leveled ground at the foot of Pisang Peak. This area is the Pisang Peak Basecamp where you will tent for tonight.

Highlight

• Closer view of Pisang Peak,
• Follow the main trail towards Pisang Peak Base Camp,
• Approximate time – 4 to 5 hours

Acclimatization

• A short walk around the base camp area,
• Drink plenty of hot water/drinks,
• Get rest.

After packing and arranging your equipment, you will walk on the main trail again. You will start noticing a difference in landscape and vegetation as you continue elevating to the higher ground. Further, you will continue along the steep path that leads you to the Pisang Peak High Camp point. This spot allows the best access to Pisang Peak. You will set up your camp here. Explore the surroundings and take enough rest to acclimatize. You can relax and enjoy the panoramic sunset from High Camp.

Highlight

• A better view of the Pisang Peak,
• Limitless panorama of the Annapurna mountain range,
• Mesmerizing sunset,
• Approximate time – 3 to 4 hours

You will start your climb from High Camp at between 1 am to 3 am. Starting early at this hour will give you ample time to climb the peak and get a view of the sunrise from up there. Follow the well-defined ridge from High Camp that will lead you up the final snow slope. The climb is steep and technical from here onwards, so it is going to be difficult. Your guide will fix the ropes and carefully lead you towards the apex of Pisang Peak. You should have your crampons on to avoid slipping accidents.

Keep moving along the trail, and you will soon stand on top of the Pisang Peak. Breathe the mountain air and celebrate your achievement. A glimpse of the sunrise from the mountain is something you will cherish for a lifetime.

After making sure that you have caught the Annapurna region’s best views from 6091 meters, you will slowly make your way down to the base camp. The trail is tricky, especially when descending, so be careful. You will make multiple stops in between to catch your breath. Pisang Peak Base Camp (4380 meters) is your camping spot for tonight.

Highlight

• Summit the Pisang Peak,
• A magical view of the mountain ranges from the height of 6091 meters,
• View sunrise from the peak,
• Approximate time – 8 to 9 hours

Special Information

The view from 6091 meters is impressive. You can see the Annapurna massif from up here while the clouds soar far beneath you. As mesmerizing as this scenery can be, it is equally risky. Being at such height for a longer time dramatically develops the symptoms of altitude sickness. Don’t spend much of your time here. Take shots from every angle possible and climb down as soon as possible.

You will decide whether to carry on the descent or spend the day at Basecamp. After a difficult and long climb the day before, you might need to rest for the day. Take a day off from trekking and spend your day at the Base Camp. Visit the surrounding area, play games, get to know the locals, and get proper rest.

Highlight 

• Acclimatize,
• Rest for the day,
• Enjoy the natural scenery,

Follow down the original path that will lead you up to Manang. Manang is a famous acclimatization hub of climbers coming to the Annapurna Region. To reach Manang, you will pass through many agricultural fields and meadows along the way.

On reaching Manang, you will explore the small valley. Your guide will take you to some of the famous viewpoints of the valley. You will pay a visit to the Bryaga Monastery. Here, you will get introduced to the daily lives of local monks. This monastery is renowned for the limitless scenery of the Annapurna ranges.

You will see many stone houses and prayer flags throughout the area. Walk around, talk to the locals, and enjoy the bold Annapurna Range towering above the valley. Give your body proper rest so that it can adjust to the thin air pressure.

Highlight

• Descend to one of the famous resting stops of Nepal – Manang,
• Acclimatize,
• Get a sight of the Bryaga Monastery and get to know the lifestyle of the monks,
• Explore around the Manang Valley,
• Know the Gurung culture and lifestyle,
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours

After a peaceful stay at Manang, you will hit the trail after having breakfast. You will climb up the hill after leaving Manang. The path gradually gets steeper as you continue along the main trail. Continue the walk and take multiple breaks if you have to.

You will soon reach the alpine landscape and pass through unique vegetation until you get to the summer pasture region known as Yak Kharka. Yak Kharka is a small settlement area established as a resting spot for the Annapurna Circuit trekkers.

Highlight

• Encounter unique vegetation along the alpine forest
• Gorgeous view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Range
• See the Yak grazing territory
• Approximate time – 3 to 4 hours

Today, you will get back on the trail to Thorung Phedi. You will leave the pastures of Yak Kharka and gradually climb to the ridge. You can get an excellent view of the mountain peaks from this spot, such as Mt. Syagang, Thorong Peak, Mt. Khatungkan, and Mt. Gundang.

Slowly descend to the headwaters of Marshyangdi River and cross it on a wooden bridge. Be careful on the bridge. The trail now follows the bank of Jarsang Khola. After a short hike up the mountain path, you will reach the scree slopes above the river and finally to Thorong Phedi, where you will spend the night.

Highlight

• Walk along the pastures and settlement areas
• View of various mountain peaks
• Hike along the bank of Jarsang Khola
• Approximate time – 3 to 4 hours

The destination today is Muktinath via Thorung La (5416 m). The path becomes immediately steep as you leave Thorung Phedi. After around 4 hours of walk, the trail gradually flattens. You will head towards the Kali Gandaki valley surrounded by the purple and brown hills of Mustang.

Prayer flags, along with the tea houses, make this place beautiful. Along with this, you can see the Dhaulagiri standing tall and bright above the valley. You will then trek down to Muktinath, where you will stay overnight.

Highlight

• Steep climb towards the Kali Gandaki Valley
• Crossing the world’s biggest pass, Thorong-La 5,416m.
• View of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna
• Overnight stay at Muktinath
• Approximate time – 8 to 9 hours

Muktinath is a sacred land with religious importance for Hindus and Buddhists, also called Mukti Kshetra—The Land of Salvation. You will visit the famous Muktinath temple early in the morning. You can bathe in the 108 waterspouts if you like. Later, you will walk for around 3 hours until you reach Kagbeni.

Kagbeni is a small yet beautiful place considered the economic hub of this region. Leave Kagbeni and head down to the world’s deepest gorge–Kali Gandaki Gorge. Finally, you will head towards Jomsom. You will spend the rest of the day roaming around this peaceful town. You will experience the Tibetan culture at Jomsom. Stay overnight at a lodge.

Highlight

• The sight of the world’s deepest gorge – Kali Gandaki Gorge
• Experience Tibetan lifestyle and culture
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours

You will board a flight to Pokhara from Jomsom airport. The flight offers a view of the mountain ranges and hills of the region. Once you get to Pokhara, you will transfer to your hotel. You can freshen up and have lunch. For the rest of the day, you will explore the City of Lakes.

There are many places you can visit and lots of things you can do in Pokhara. You will go to Tal Barahi, book a boat ride, walk or cycle around the Lakeside, visit the World Peace Pagoda, and Devi’s fall. You will enjoy your time here. The town comes alive during the night time. You can get yourself a drink at one of the pubs at Lakeside. Pokhara will surely relieve the stress and sore muscles from the tiring climb of Pisang Peak.

Highlight

• Board a flight to Pokhara
• Explore the City of Lakes
• Approximate time – 35 minutes

Special Information

Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara depends on the mountain weather. Unfavorable weather may increase the chances of flight delays or cancellation. In case of cancellation of the flights, we can try the next day or take an 8-9 hours bus/jeep ride to Pokhara.

Early in the morning, you will have breakfast and take a bus/jeep ride back to Kathmandu via Prithvi Highway. You will enjoy the same scenery of the transverse highway as before. We can book the flight back to Kathmandu from Pokhara if you like. It will cost you an additional $120 per person.

After reaching Kathmandu, you can roam around the town. Visit the museums, historical places, Durbar Squares, or hang around the famous tourist hub of Thamel. You can buy souvenirs from this place to take back home.

Highlight

• Drive back to Kathmandu
• Roam around the famous tourist spots
• Do some shopping from Thamel
• Approximate time – 6 hours

Special Information

Instead of driving, you can also take a flight back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. It will cost you an extra 120 USD per person. However, if you wish to do so, you need to inform us before starting the climb on the first day.

Make sure that you have packed all of your belongings during the check out from the hotel. Our representative from Nepal Social Treks will drive you to the Tribhuvan International Airport on a tourist bus. From here, you will board the plane back to your home country.

Highlight

• Farewell souvenirs
• Drive to Tribhuvan International Airport
• See off by our representative.