Annapurna Circuit and Pisang Peak Climbing

22 Days
Difficult

Max. Altitude

6091m

Best Season

Oct -Dec & March-May

Activity

Climbing

Start / End Point

Kathmandu / Kathmandu

Overview of Annapurna Circuit and Pisang Peak Climbing

Pisang Peak is the most popular peak among the trekking peaks in Annapurna Region. Pisang Peak is a peak made up of steeply tilted rock which ascends with ice slopes that are uniform above the Pisang village and yak pastures. Pisang Peak (6091m) is a nearly perfect pyramid of ice and snow.

From the summit, there is a spectacular panoramic view of Himlung (7126m) and the trans-Himalayan Tibetan plateau to the north; Manaslu (8163m) and Khangaru (6981m) to the north east; Annapurna II (7937m), and IV (7525m), Lamjung (6983m) to the south; Gangapurna (7454m), Annapurna III (7555m), Glacier Dome (7069m) and Tilicho Peak (7134m) to the west.

Those trekkers with little experience in climbing can combine the popular classic Annapurna circuit trek with Pisang Peak climbing to have the taste of climbing in Himalayas in Nepal.

Firstly, we drive to Besishahar from Katmandu and start trek through Annapurna Circuit trails and reach Pisang. To reach the base camp from Pisang village, the path rises through spare wood and meadow to a Kharka at (4,380m) which is the best place for setting up the base camp.

High Camp is set up at 5,400m ascending to a shoulder on the South-West Ridge. The well defined ridge clues to the last snow slop which is quite sheer and little difficult to touch the summit. Summit of the peak offers truly superb views of the Annapurna group including Tilicho Peak, Annapurna II and IV, Gangapurna and the Glacier Dome. After a fruitful summit, we carry on our trek to Manang valley and linger further up to Thorong Pedi.

We will cross a highest pass of the world, Thorong La pass, early in the morning and will reach Muktinath, another part of the Annapurna. We go downhill further through picturesque Jharkot village, Kagbeni, a gate way to Upper Mustang and reach Jomsom, a capital of Mustang where a small airstrip has on the bank of Kaligandaki River from where we take an early morning flight back to Pokhara.

Annapurna Circuit and Pisang Peak Climbing Itinerary

day 01 Arrive at Kathmandu.

Upon arriving in Kathmandu at Tribhuvan International Airport, we will pick you up and assist you to your hotel and discuss about the trek.

Meals

Breakfast

Accomodations

Hotel

Transportation

Airport to Hotel Transport

day 02 Full-day guided tour around Kathmandu.

Today we will have a full-day guided tour around Kathmandu city’s historical and cultural sites like Boudhhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath temple, Syambhunath temple, public squares and former royal palaces at Durbar Square.

Meals

Breakfast

Accomodations

Hotel

day 03 Journey to Besishahar.

Today passing through many small villages on the way, we will enjoy the beautiful snippets of daily lifestyle of the people living in these lowland villages; qw reach Besishahar.

Maximum Altitude

850 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Lodge

day 04 Travel to Bahundanda.

Today, we cross few suspension bridges, several ups and downs, waterfalls, paddy fields and subtropical forests and reach Bahundanda.

Maximum Altitude

1,310 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Guest house

day 05 Trek to Chamje.

Today, we cross few suspension bridges, several ups and downs, waterfalls, paddy fields and subtropical forests and reach Bahundanda.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Lodge

day 06 Trek to Dharapani.

Today, we cross few suspension bridges, several ups and downs, waterfalls, paddy fields and subtropical forests and reach Bahundanda.

Maximum Altitude

1,950 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Lodge

day 07 Trek to Chame

Today, we trek through steep forested landscapes along with several landslides and enjoy the astonishing views of major Himalayan peaks like Mount Lamjung, and Annapurna II. Then we reach the district headquarter of Manang; Chame.

Maximum Altitude

2,630 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Lodge

day 08 Trek to Pisang

Today we trek through narrow steep path through dense pine forest. As we continue the trail opens up and we will be bounded by Himalayan peaks all the way to Pisang.

Maximum Altitude

3,700 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Lodge

day 09 Rest and acclimatization day

Today is rest and acclimatization day. We will enjoy the view of Annapurna, Gangapurna and Tilicho all day. We explore the places around and set up all our climbing gears.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Lodge

day 10 Trek to Pisang Base Camp

Today the path comes up through bare wood, pasture and mountains around. After about four hours trekking we reach Pisang Base Camp.

Maximum Altitude

4,380 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trek Duration

4 hrs

Accomodations

Tent

day 11 Trek to Pisang High Camp

Today we trek up the difficult rocky and snowy path to reach Pisang High Camp. It’s a short trek of about four hours. We prepare for the summit rest of the day. Stay overnight at cap in Pisang High Camp.

Maximum Altitude

5,400 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Tent

day 12 Trek back to Base Camp

Today is the day to fulfill the purpose of the trek. Today we summit Pisang Peak. We will make it to the summit using ropes, snow axes, expert guidance and other climbing equipment. On the top we will enjoy the panoramic view of the mountain ranges around from the top and breathe in the thin air. Afterwards we will walk down the base camp for overnight stay.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Tent

day 13 Trek to Manang

Today, we trek down to Pisang Village and continue trek to Manang Valley walking across the riverside. We walk through landscape, vegetation, views of towering Himalayan Peaks and villages with rich customs & tradition. We will stay overnight at lodge in Manang..

Maximum Altitude

3,450 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Lodge

day 14 Trek to Yak Kharka

Today we trek through Tilicho Lake on rough road and continue downwards to reach a small Tamang village called Yak Kharka. We explore the cultural lifestyle of people in this village and stay overnight at guest house.

Maximum Altitude

4,110 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Guest house

day 15 Trek to Thorong Phedi

Today, we make our way to the foot of the Thorong La Pass; Thorong Phedi which is a small settlement and people are busy supplying the needs of tourists. Stay overnight at guest house.

Maximum Altitude

4,600 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Guest house

day 16 Trek to Muktinath

We start our trek early in the morning and cross the wonderful Thorong La pass which will be a memorable experience. The views from the trail and from the pass itself are outstanding high Himalayan scenes. Then, we will start hiking towards Muktinath.

Maximum Altitude

5,416 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Lodge

day 17 Trek to Kagbeni

Today, we will have calm walk down to Kagbeni. After few minutes we reach Jharkot which is a rich settlement still having similar culture and tradition like Tibet. Jharkot is a best village to overview the landscapes and combination of dry hills with green field. We trek further down to Kagbeni.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Lodge

day 18 Trek to Jomsom

Today, we walk through the sand bank of Kali Gandaki River. Observing Saligram and fossils at the Kaligandaki bank we reach Kagbeni before the strong wind blow. Through here we reach Jomsom: the head quarter of Mustang and it is inhabited with of Thakali people with rich culture and tradition. We will visit the museum and we will stay overnight at Jomsom.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodations

Lodge

day 19 Fly to Pokhara

Today on a Trans Himalayan flight we fly to Pokhara. The flight transit through between two high peaks Annapurna and Dhaulagiri and give us a wonderful opportunity to enjoy with best views of surrounding Himalayas. We will stay overnight at Pokhara.

Meals

Breakfast

Accomodations

Hotel

day 20 Sightseeing at Pokhara

Today we will start our sightseeing of Devi’s fall, Gupteswor Cave, International Mountain Museum, Seti Gorge, and finally boating in the Fewa Lake. Stay overnight at Pokhara.

Meals

Breakfast

Accomodations

Hotel

day 21 Drive to Kathmandu

Today we will drive towards Kathmandu through beautiful landscape and Nepali countryside. We will have farewell dinner at night.

Meals

Breakfast

Accomodations

Hotel

day 22 Departure day

Today we will assist you to the airport for your departure home prior to your flight.

Meals

Breakfast

What's Included

All ground and air transportation throughout the trek.
Best available accommodation and full board meals throughout the trek.
One highly experienced, helpful and friendly guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff
TIMS Fee- Trekkers’ Information Management System (Please bring 2 passport size photos for permit)
All national park and conservation areas permit fee.
Government taxes & office service charge

What's Excluded

Meals not quantified in the ‘Meal Inclusions’ in the itinerary’
Travel insurance
International airfare
Nepal entry visa charge.
All beverage and others personal expenses.
Snacks and other personal expenses
Hot shower during the trek

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