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Pisand peak Trip Profile
Pisang peak climbing offers superb views of Annapurna
17 days hiking in Annapurna region
Annapurna circuit trekking & Manang valley
Pisang peak climbing is most popular adventure trip in Annapurna region . Pisang peak 6091m is one of popular trekking peak in Annapurna region. Pisang peak expedition offers you the best opportunity of the popular Annapurna region in the term of ethnic groups and changing topography. Pisang peak climb is demanding and adventures for the trekkers and climbers those who wish to extend their experience towards the peak climbing in Nepal. Pisang peak expedition is one of the technical and challenging peaks in Nepal. Annapurna pisang peak climbing offers you superb Himalayan views including the Mt.Manaslu 8163m, Mt. Annapurna I 8091m, Mt. Dhaulagiri 8167m, Mt. Annapurna II 7939m, Annapurna III 7555m, Annapurna IV 7525m, Mt. Gangapurna 6784m, Tilicho peak 7134m etc. Pisang Climbing Peak rises from the yak pasture above the old pisang village to the constant over a period slope of snow and ice. The western flank guarded by glacier and a traverse to the whole summit ridge challenging you but HJT professional climbing sherpa will take to you summit according to your desire.
Pisang peak climbing starts from Besisahar in the Valley of the Marsyangdi River. Around Annapurna trekking trail leads you through vastly contrasting flora & fauna towards the majestic peak of Mt. Manaslu and Lamjung Himal. A major intersection of the trail meets at Dharapani while trekking through Manaslu Larkya La. The Massif of Manang valley is really rich in unique culture and landscapes infact the Annapurna and Damodar peaks dominate the valley. The trail from here follows a demanding walk to the Pisang Peak. A technical section takes you to a place from where you can catch the entire panorama of the Annapurna Range. The trail then ascends from the Manang valley to reach the top of the Thorong Pass at 5416m. After this you have a chance to visit the famous temple of Muktinath. The final part of the trek takes you to Jomsom from where a flight transports you across the great Himalayas to Pokhara but trekkers can follow the Annapurna loop via Ghorepani poon hill trekking to pokhara if trekkers/ climbers prefer.
- Trip Itinerary
- Required Equipments
- Cost, Includes & Excludes
- Departure Dates
Pisang Peak Climbing Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu(1310m/4298ft). Our airport representative will be received you at the airport and transfer to hotel. It is 7km and takes about 15 minutes. Our tour leader will brief about Pisang peak climbing than officially managements. Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.
Day 02: Drive: Kathmandu / Besishar (760m / 5 hrs)
After breakfast you will board your private transport and start the drive to Dumre. This drive can take up to five hours and packed will be lunch provided. Your adventure vacation truly starts the moment you reach Besishar where your first night camp will be there. Overnight at Besisahar.
Day 03: Besishar trek to Bhaunadanda (1310m / 4 hrs)
Pass through the village of Besisahar and descend to the river valley. Crossing the river the trail climbs steeply and continues contouring in wet subtropical forests and paddy fields. The trail continues north above the Marsyangdi Khola towards Khudi Khola, a major tributary that drains the East End of the Lamjung Himal. Then, crossing suspension bridge to come back to the Marsyangdi Khola you reach the village of Khudi. The changes in the valley's ecosystem and its physical characteristics become evident now. Himalchuli is the major summit to the east. Crossing the river to its east bank you pass through the village of Bhulbhule and heading north continue past Ngadi (930 m.) to the ridge top settlement of Bahundanda (1311 m.). The name of this village literally means "Brahmin Hill". Camp
Day 04: Bhaunadanda trek to Tal (1700m / 6 hrs)
Descend to the valley floor and then, crossing the river, climb steeply out of it to follow a trail beautifully carved out of the rock wall of the valley. Passing through Khani Gaoon and Ghermu you reach Sangye. Continue along the West Bank of the Marsyangdi River through the village of Jagat to Chamje where you will cross the river to its eastern bank to enter the Manang District at the village of Tal.
As you head upstream, you will begin to notice the changes in the people as well as the land, architecture and culture. You notice that there is a concentration of people of Tibetan origin, their houses are built of rock, the vegetation is less tropical and the culture is predominantly Tibetan. Camp
Day 05: Tal / Bagarchap (2160m / 6 hrs)
The trail from Tal crosses the Marsyangdi Khola to its West Bank after the village of Karte and continues towards the village of Dharapani. From Dharapani you continue up the river valley past the Gurung village of Thonje to the village of Bagarchap. Bagarchap means "Butcher's place". Camp
Day 06: Bagarchap trek to Chame (2670m / 7 hrs)
Continuing along the left bank, climb up the heavily wooded Manang Valley past small settlements with excellent views of Manaslu and the peaks above Larkya La. Lodge at the village of Chame, administrative headquarters of the region and the last major market before Jomosom. Chame also has a police check post and bank. Camp
Day 07: Chame trek to Pisang (3300m / 6 hrs)
From Chame the trail condition changes, somewhat. The contnuing trail is not as well maintained as the one up to Chame. Pass through pine forests, over fairly level ground, through the village of Taleku to Bhratang. Like all vilages since Dharapani these predominantly Buddhist villages have an entrance chorten and an exit chorten. Annapurna II can be seen to the south and you are now behind the main Himalaya peaks in their rainshadow area. After crossing a series of woodden cantilever bridges you enter a spruce and fir forest that eventually gives way to a pine forest. After days in the gorge the forests provide a welcome change. Crossing the river to its left bank you reach your lodge at the village of Pisang. You may want to visit the village before dinner. Camp
Day 08: Pisang trek Pisang Peak Base Camp (4380m / 4 hrs)
After breakfast, our guide will take to you pisang peak base camp through alpine forest. From lower pissang trekking trail ascend till pisang peak base camp. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 09: Base camp / High camp (5400m / 2 hrs)
After breakfast, our climbing guide will take to pisang peak high camp and make short tranning : how to fixed the rope, how to blay the rope while pisang peak climbing . overnight at tented camp at pisang peak high camp.
Day 10: High Camp – Summit (6091m) – return to Base Camp (4380m / 8 hrs)
Early in the morning our climbing guide will take to you for summit the Pisang peak. After reach your destination (pisang peak summit) descend to the pisang peak base camp .overnight at tented camp.
Day 11: Spare day in Pisang peak base camp
This is spare day in pisang peak base camp that mean if incase of bad weather , our climbing guide will take to for summit the pisang peak. Overnight at pisang peak base camp.
Day 12: Pisang peak base camp trek to Manang (3540m / 5 hrs)
You are now in the dry arid region of Manang called Nyesyang. Since this area falls in the rainshadow area of the Himalaya it seldom rains in the summer months, though it snows in the winter and the snow remainas on the gorund for a long time. The population is mostly farmers and traders though it is the men that do most of the trading. People in this area keep comparatively less domestic animals and the consumption of meat is very limited.
There are two routes leading leading out of Pisang towards the Manang valley. The one you will follow stays to valley floor, on the left bank. Spectacular views of Annapurna III and IV along with Gangapuran and Tilicho peaks abound. This is possibly the best day for viewing mountains. You will pass through the village of Hongde where there is a STOL airfield servicing the Manang district. Camp
Day 13: Manang trek to yak kharka (4200m / 4 hrs)
Half an hour away from Braga, upstream and after a slight climb is the village of Manang, which lends its name to the whole district upward of Chame. Manang has a few shops where one can re-stock on supplies like chocolates, films and alkaline batteries - all, of course, for a price. Past Manang, the trail climbs steeply to the village of Tenki, which is the last permanent settlement, this side of the Thorung La. Climb a little further and then contour slowly past pastures to Yak Kharka (literally meaning Yak Pastures) at Letdar. Camp
Day 14: Yak khara trek to Thorung Phedi (4550m / 6 hrs)
Continue through pastures, which eventually give way to high arid desert at Phedi, at the base of Thorung La. Camp
Day 15: Thorung phedi trek to Thorung La pass (5416m / 6 hrs). Continue to Muktinath (3800m / 7hrs).
Leaving the river valley you set out early in the morning provided the weather is good and it is not snowing. From Phedi ascend to a notch and turning left head for the Thorung La. A chain of rocks marks the pass, which might not be visible if there is snow. Beyond the pass you enter the river valley of the Kali Gandaki River. The descent from the pass to Muktinath is steep but not difficult.
Muktinath is a sacred pilgrimage site to both Hindus and Buddhists who flock there annually for their respective festivals. A rest day here allows you the opportunity to explore the area and the ancient shrines. Of particular interest is the temple of the Hindu God Vishnu and the one hundred and eight waterspouts where devotees bathe. From Muktinath there are beautiful views of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m). Camp
Day 16: Muktinath trek to Jomsom (2710m / 5 hrs)
Trek down along a level but rocky trail through juniper thickets to Jomsom. In the late afternoon it gets very windy and there is likelihood of getting small pebbles in the wind. Take care to guard your eyes and cover as much of your skin surface as possible. Your sunglasses should, preferably, have plastic lenses. Camp
Day 17: Flight: Jomsom – Pokhara (915m)
Take your flight back to Pokhara. Enjoy the attractions of Pokhara yourself freely but if you prefer trek to Annapurna loop via ghorepani will be possible. Himalaya Journey Trekking professional will arrange the adventure trip according to your holiday schedule and desire. Overnight Hotel
Day 18: After breakfast , Pokhara to Kathamndu by tourist bus or flight. Overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 19: After breakfast, our tour guide will take to you historical monuments sightseeing around Kathmandu valley such as Pasupaitnath, Boudhhanath , Kathmandu darbar square and Sywambu nath(Monkey temple ) or Bhaktapur and patan than in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese restaurant . overnight at Kathmandu hotel.
Day 20: After breakfast , shopping / relaxing with own activities than Himalaya Journey Treks and Expedition’s airport representative will drop to you Kathmandu International airport for onward journey.
Pisang Peak Climbing Equipments
- Climbing boots
- Harness
- Crampons
- Ice axe
- Tapes/slings
- Karabiners
- Ice screws
- Snow bars
- Deadmen
- Rock pegs
- Crash hat
- Rucksack
- Day bag
- Kit bag
- Ascenders
- Descenders
- T-shirts
- Lip salve
- Long sleeved cotton/woolen shirts
- Wool long underwear
- Long cotton hiking shorts
- Warm climbing trousers
- Lightweight fleece
- Fleece/wool for climbing
- Down high altitude sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad (karrimat) or thermarest
- Light cotton athletic socks and wool climbing socks
- Lightweight thermal/insulated ski gloves
- Head torch/batteries/bulbs
- Water proof climbing jacket
- Down jacket/trousers/vest
- Climbing sunglasses
- Sun screen
- Sun hat
- gaiters
About trip cost:
Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition arrange individual to large group as per demand either private or group join basis, with family or friends, Club, school, college, university, film shooting group and all the package trip price determined by group size. For more details please write us an e-mail.
Benefit /Advantage for Group Travelers:
HJT has mutual benefit for travelers who might have time travel in off season or traveling with groups as below mentioned discount offers:
Discount offer for Group leaders/ Travel operator:
- If you manage 5-9 people in a group will get 50 USD discount per person in total trip cost
- If you manage 10-15 people in a group will get 75 USD discount per person in total trip cost & group leader will get free trip
- If you manage 15- 24 people in a group will get 100 USD discount per person in total trip cost & group leader will get free trip
Discount offer for Winter & monsoon season:
- If you plan to travel in winter & monsoon season will get will get 75 USD discount per person in total trip cost. Similarly will get discount for group travelers & leader as benefit /advantage for Group travelers mentioned.
Service Includes:-
- Airport pick up
- Four night hotel accommodation in kathmandu with BB basis( 3star category hotel)
- Trekking accommodation in fully Tented /camping as mentioned in itinerary.
- Experienced English speaking guide/climbing guide
- Experienced trekking cook entire the Annapruna trekking and Pisang climbing
- Trekking sherpa who will give you security entire the trekking.
- Required trekking porters entire trekking the Annapruna trekking and Pisang
- climbing as mentioned in itinerary.
- Three time meal during the trekking Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Hot drinks such as tea, coffee , hot chocolate, juice etc.
- Desert /fruit after having diner as company provide
- Pisang peak climbing permit. (USD 350)
- Pisang peak climbing guide salary (USD 350)
- Pisang peak gabage deposit (USD 250)
- Trekker’s Information Management system (TIMS)
- Climbing equipments such as rope, ice humber, Snowbath, Eightfinger, Jumper, Carabina, Ice axe, Ascender and descenders etc.
- Trekking equipments such as Two men tent, Dining tent, Kitchen tent, toliet tent, Matress,
- Kitchen entails(equipments)etc.
- All program as mentioned in itinerary.
- Overland Transportation
- Insurance for Nepalese staff. ( Trekking/ climbing guide, cook and porters)
- Guide and porter fares and taxes.
- Government Tax and office service charge.
- Airport drop
Service Excludes:-
- Lunch & Dinner during Kathmandu and Pokhara stay
- Personal equipment
- High risk medical insurance
- Alcoholic beverage and telephone calls
- Soft drinks such as cola, mineral water
- Nepal Visa Fee
- Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
- Purely personal nature expenses
- Your travel insurance
- Tipping ( Tips)
Pisang Peak Climbing` Departure Dates
16th , 19th, 27th ,Sep . 5th , 9th 21st ,October ,1st , 12th ,19th,26th November 2012