Pisang Peak Climbing

Once you land in the beautiful city of Nepal, our staff will be there to pick you up at the TIA. Then you will be taken to the hotel. After refreshing and resting, you can visit the office later to learn more about the Pisang  Peak Climbing.
 

Today, our staff from the trekking agency will be there at your hotel to pick you up for Sightseeing. Inside Kathmandu, there are many popular heritage sites, but it is not possible to visit them all within a day. So, as you choose, we will see some places. 

Heritage sites that you can pick for today's visit are:
•Boudhanath
•Pashupatinath
•Swayambhunath
•Basantapur

Note: Today is also the day to prepare for the exciting Pisang Peak Climbing adventure. Take some time to gather all your essential documents – your passport, travel insurance, and a few passport-sized photos. It's all part of ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.

Heritage sites that you can pick for today's visit are:
•Boudhanath
•Pashupatinath
•Swayambhunath
•Basantapur

Note: Today is also the day to prepare for the exciting Pisang Peak Climbing adventure. Take some time to gather all your essential documents – your passport, travel insurance, and a few passport-sized photos. It's all part of ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.

After having breakfast early in the morning, you will head toward the Chamje village. Today's drive will be long and tiring, taking about 7-8 hours. Leaving the bustling city of Kathmandu, you will drive along the Prithvi Highway. Riding along the banks of the Trishuli River, passing through many beautiful villages and landscapes, is amazing. After a long drive, you must feel tired, so get some rest in the hotel.

After a beautiful night in Chamje, your day begins with a trek to Dharapani. The trekking trail primarily crosses several thrilling suspension bridges, the first of which is over the Marshyangdi River. Continue on the trekking journey, traversing the rhododendron forests, terraced fields, prayer wheels, and steep rocky paths of the Manang region. After several ascents and descents, the destination, Dharapani, comes into view. Dharapani is a charming traditional village of the Gurung communities.

After leaving Dharapani, we'll climb through forested hills to the west. By late afternoon, we'll reach Chame, the central hub of the Manang district. Along the way, you'll get to see amazing views of Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, and Lamjung Himal. Once in Chame, you can unwind and relax your tired body in a small hot spring. We'll be staying overnight in Chame.
 

We hike along a steep, narrow path through a green forest, leading to a fantastic rocky area. The journey is filled with stunning mountain views. We cross a hanging bridge over the Marsyangdi River, pass through beautiful spots, and finally arrive at upper Pisang for the night.

On this day, we will acclimatise before continuing our trek to higher elevations. On the acclimatisation day in Upper Pisang, you can rest and relax to restore the lost energy during the several hours of each day's trek. A well-rested body can begin the next day's journey with enhanced strength and stamina. To build your endurance, you can engage in light physical and cardiovascular exercise.

Spend your leisure day acclimatising to the environment, which helps the body adjust to the elevation and high-altitude surroundings. It helps reduce the risk of altitude sickness. Next, you can review your gear and climbing equipment, and if time permits, you can visit and explore the Upper Pisang village. Know and understand the region's culture and traditions, and marvel at the fantastic mountain views.

The trek begins from Upper Pisang Village after an acclimatisation day, passing the traditional villages. You can witness prayer flags, monasteries, ancient architecture, and unique culture as you pass through the settlements. The trail heads towards Pisang Peak Base Camp, where you have to ascend through the alpine terrains and rocky paths. We will finally reach the base camp from Pisang and spend the night there. The Pisang Peak Base Camp offers awe-inspiring views of the stunning Himalayan peaks.

The Pisang Peak Climbing adventure is a significant step forward as you hike from Pisang Base Camp to High Camp. This part of the journey is critical as it positions you closer to the summit. 

Your journey begins early in the morning with a hearty breakfast at Pisang Base Camp. The hike to High Camp is challenging, with a steep climb. This part of the trek usually takes about 4-5 hours, depending on weather conditions and your group's pace.
As you ascend to High Camp, located at an altitude of 5,350 meters, the effects of high altitude become more pronounced. It’s essential to monitor your body’s response and communicate any discomfort to your guide.

During the climb, you can see the breathtaking views of the Annapurna range, Chulu East, Chulu West, and other surrounding peaks. The landscape becomes more rugged and alpine as you ascend. Make sure to walk slowly and steadily, giving your body time to get used to the higher altitude. Taking regular breaks for hydration and rest is essential.

Once you arrive at High Camp, your team will set up the camp. High Camp typically consists of tents and basic facilities, serving as a temporary setup for the summit attempt.
Try to go to bed early, as you will be heading out before dawn tomorrow. Prepare your gear, ensure your climbing equipment is in order, and discuss plans with your guide. Don't forget to stay hydrated and eat proper, nutritious food. Rest well, focus on positive thoughts, and visualise a successful climb.

Today is an important and challenging day for every climber. You will ascend from the high camp to the summit and then return to the base camp. 
Today, we will begin climbing early in the morning, around 2-3 am, to take advantage of stable weather conditions and return to Base Camp before the afternoon. 

The summit involves navigating steep snow-and-ice slopes, where you will use your technical climbing gear. The ascent is physically demanding and also requires mental resilience. The main challenges that you will face during this period are high winds, cold temperatures, and altitude effects. Maintain safety at all times and stay close to the guide. Be vigilant about your physical and mental conditions.

Finally, after you reach the summit, you can see the extensive
views of the Annapurna range, Manaslu, and other mountain peaks. This is the moment of triumph.

Then, you will descend to Base Camp after spending some time at the summit. Descending is faster but requires caution to avoid fatigue-related mistakes. After reaching the camp, you can celebrate the success with your team.

Also, remember to monitor your health regularly, especially for symptoms of altitude sickness. Then, you will start preparing for the next phase of your journey, which involves further descent to lower altitudes.
 

Leaving Pisang Peak Base Camp, we're on our way to the Manang Valley today. Most of the walk takes us along the Marsyangdi River, offering beautiful views. When we reach Manang, we'll have a chance to explore the valley with its unique culture and stone houses. We'll be staying overnight in Manang.

After exploring the different landscapes and experiencing the local culture in Manang Valley, the journey continues towards Yak Kharka. As you leave behind the charming valley with its Tibetan-style buildings and monasteries, you start climbing steep hills. Take in the beautiful views of Annapurna and Gangapurna as you go at a steady pace uphill.

While trekking, you'll encounter diverse terrains – from alpine areas to forests and Himalayan vegetation. Finally, you'll arrive at Yak Kharka, which is essentially a high-altitude grazing area for yaks. Alpine meadows surround it and have small settlements where you can learn about the local culture and the way people live.

Today, we leave small villages to reach Thorung Phedi, the base of the tough Thorung La Pass. We start our trek from Yak Kharka, surrounded by mountains, and follow rocky paths with rough terrain towards Thorang Phedi. The scenery shifts to high-alpine terrain, and the trails grow steeper as we approach Thorung Phedi. Along the way, we get amazing views of snow-capped Himalayas, making the trek even more spectacular.

Today, you wake up early because you're heading to Muktinath through Thorong La Pass – a challenging journey. The pass offers breathtaking views of Mt Annapurna, Thorang Peak, Dhaulagiri, and Nilgiri Himal. The prayer flags and cosy tea houses make the place even more beautiful. Your goal is to cross the pass before midday.

You trek through rocky trails and dense forests, reaching the pass. Be careful of the strong winds there. After enjoying the stunning landscapes and mountains, you continue your trek.
Descending, you finally reach Muktinath, a holy temple for both Buddhists and Hindus. It attracts thousands of visitors every year.

Today, your journey begins with a downhill walk to a popular Village. As we walk further, we'll pass through Ekle Bhatti to reach Kagbeni. There are plenty of monasteries in Kagbeni, both old and new. Also, from the edge of the Kagbeni village, you can get a glimpse of Upper Mustang. During the walk, you can feel the strong wind and dust. Then, after walking further through the green forest, you will finally reach Jomsom.

It is about a half-hour flight from Jomsom to Pokhara. There are plenty of attractive palaces in Pokhara that you must visit while staying there. Among them are Phewa Lake, Bat Cave, Mahendra Cave, Peace Temple, Gupteswar Gupha, Pumdikot Shiva Statue, and many more. 

Pokhara is a famous tourist hub, so the streets are pretty crowded in the evening. You can taste the local food at a low price from the food stall. Also, walking around the lakeside will help to relax your mind and body.

Early in the morning, after having breakfast, you take a ride from Pokhara to Kathmandu. It will take approximately 6-7 hours to reach Kathmandu, depending on the traffic conditions.

After the long drive from yesterday's journey, you might be tired. So you can rest, or if you still have energy, you can roam around the city. You can either visit the heritage site you missed earlier or enjoy a relaxing day in Thamel. 

There are plenty of restaurants, cafe bars, and spa centres, and you can even buy souvenirs from shops. In the evening, we will arrange a dinner to celebrate your summit of Pisang Peak, as a farewell treat from our company.

Our staff will take you to the TIA for the departure. You will head home with all the memories that you made during the entire trip.