Pisang Peak
Photo Credit: “Pisang Peak” by girolame
Expedition Details
Altitude: 6,091m
Location: Nepal (Annapurna Circuit)
Estimated Price: $2,500-$4,000
(Depending on package and desired ammenities)
Number of days: ~18-20
*Peak climbing in Nepal requires reasonable flexibility in itineraries for any unforeseen travel or weather delays. We recommend our clients budget for additional days.
Season:
The best times for this expedition are the Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November) seasons.
A Pisang Peak climb itinerary typically lasts 18-20 days, beginning with your arrival in Kathmandu, driving to Besishahar, and trekking to Upper Pisang. The itinerary includes acclimatization and a summit push to Pisang Peak (6,091m), followed by a trek to the Thorong La Pass and Muktinath, a flight to Pokhara, and finally a drive back to Kathmandu. Key stages involve trekking to Pisang Peak Base Camp (4,380m) and High Camp (5,000-5,400m) before the summit day, then descending and joining the Annapurna Circuit route.
Itinerary
Days 1-2: Arrive in Kathmandu, sightseeing, and preparation. Welcome dinner with guide.
Days 3-6: Drive to Besisahar, then trek to Chamje, Dharapani, and Chame, eventually reaching Upper Pisang.
Day 7: Acclimatization day at Upper Pisang, with a short hike to local viewpoints.
Day 8: Trek to Pisang Peak Base Camp (approx. 4,380m).
Day 9: Trek to Pisang Peak High Camp (approx. 5,000-5,400m).
Day 10: Summit day to Pisang Peak (6,091m) and return to Base Camp.
Day 11: Trek to Manang Valley (approx. 3,450m).
Day 12: Trek to Yak Kharka (approx. 4,110m).
Day 13: Trek to Thorong Phedi or High Camp (approx. 4,600m).
Day 14: Cross Thorong La Pass (5,416m) and descend to Muktinath.
Day 15: Trek to Jomsom.
Day 16: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara.
Day 17: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Day 18: Final departure.