Nepal: 21d Pisang Peak Climbing

Day to day schedule to Nepal: 21d Pisang Peak Climbing

• Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu o/n in a hotel (D)

  Arrival and pick up from the international airport in Kathmandu, after refreshment we will invite you for a traditional Nepali dinner.

• Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley o/n in a hotel (B)

  After breakfast we drive for the sightseeing in Kathmandu valley including, Kathmandu Darbar square, Swayambhunath Temple , Boudhanath Stupa & Pashupatinath Temple.

• Day 03: Drive to Bulbule (7hrs, 915m) o/n in lodge +B+L+D

  Today you will be picked up from your hotel for the drive to Besi Sahar. Your journey takes you through deep gorges as you trace the Trisuli River westwards. You will pass through the small town of Mugling where the Trisuli and Marshyangdi rivers meet. The town also serves as the crossroads between Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan in the South. Upon arrival at Mugling, we head along the road toward Pokhara. We leave the highway to Pokhara at Dumre, and head north to Besisahar. A half-an-hour’s drive from Besisahar takes us to Bulbule, the starting point of our trek.

• Day 04: Trek to Jagat (5-6hrs, 1300m) o/n in lodge +B+L+D

  Crossing the long suspension bridge over Marshyangdi, the trail continues up the east bank of the river with good views of Manaslu (8156m) to the north-east. Through the villages of Ngadi and Lampata the trail leads to Bahundanda (1310m). From Bahundanda we will be walking down the trail to cross a stream and then climbing to the settlement of Lili Bir and continue high above the river eventually dropping to cross to the western side of the Marsyangdi at Syange (1190m) after which the trail becomes steep in parts, reaching the ancient village of Jagat.

• Day 05: Trek to Dharapani (6 hrs, 1860m) o/n in lodge. +B+L+D

  From Jagat the trail descends to the Marsyangdi following the riverbank before climbing up through forests to Chamje (1430m). The trail initially crosses the river to the east bank and climbs up to the large settlement of Tal (1675m), where there are many shops and lodges. Crossing and then re-crossing the river as it makes its way to Karte, the trail finally crosses again to the west bank before continuing through the village of Dharapani.

• Day 06: Trek to Chame (5-6hrs, 2670m) o/n in lodge +B+L+D

  Following the Marsyangdi river, the trail continues in a westwards direction up the Manang valley. Throughout the day one can enjoy spectacular views of Annapurna II (7937m) and Annapurna IV to the west. Initially the trail climbs through forests to Dhanakyu (2290m) and to the settlement of Lattemarang (2360m) eventually to the village of Kotho (2590m) over several forested ridges. After easy walk for half hour we will reach Chame (2670m), the administrative headquarters for the Manang district.

• Day 07: Trek to Pisang (5hrs, 3190m) o/n in lodge +B+L+D

  This day is a shorter trek to Pisang. However as it is so beautiful most trekkers take their time to admire the scenery and take lots of photographs. You will pass through a series of mani walls. The trail is pretty even until the apple orchards of Brathang. The trail heads uphill for about 45 minutes through forest, leveling off before reaching a suspension bridge. A moderate climb follows after crossing the bridge through a forest consisting of Juniper, Pine and Fir. The valley begins to broaden and Pisang Peak 6091m stands out in front of you. You pass a couple of small lakes where sometimes birds can be seen wading. Pisang is divided into upper and lower.

• Day 08: Trek to Yak Kharka base camp (6/7 hrs, 4380m) o/n in camp +B+L+D

  Today we start walking up towards Base camp after a day relax in Upper Pisang. From Upper Pisang village, the path ascends through sparse wood and pasture to a Kharka at (4,380m) which is considered the best place for setting up the base camp. It is in a flat alpine section along the well worn trail.

• Day 09: Rest and training for mount training, o/n in camp +B+L+D

• Day 10: Trek to High Camp (5/6 hrs, 4900m) o/n in camp +B+L+D

  Today we walked for 4 -5 hours and set up our high camp at the height of 5400m after climbing to a shoulder on the south west ridge. There will be snow at the high camp from the end of November to the end of March.

• Day 11: Summit to the Pisang Peak and back to Base Camp (7/9hrs, 6,091m) o/n in camp +B+L+D

  Today is a day to fulfill your dream of Summit on Pisang Peak. From the High Camp, the well defined ridge leads to the final snow slop which is quite steep and more technical to reach the summit. Our guide will fixed the rope and lead you to the successful summit of the Pisang peak. After a Successful summit, you will walk down to Base Camp.

• Day 12: Trek to Manang (5/6 hrs, 3540m) o/n in camp lodge +B+L+D

  As we walk away from Base camp , the trail crosses Cheggi Khola and ascends gradually up the west bank. Soon after trekking for more than an hour, the trail faces a valley and then we encounter a stone hut surrounded by apple trees. We are now bestowed with a stunning view up the side valley; the trail further steepens and winds through a small meadow. On the way, we come across goat and yak pastures.

• Day 13: Trek to Tilicho Base Camp (4150m, 6-7hrs) o/n in Lodge +O+L+D

  Descending from old Manang and passing by Chorten reach a Marsyangdi river, cross a suspension bridge over Jharsing Khola. The path is quite covered by small crystals and shrubs can be seen on both sides. Some places along the trail you cross a few streams. You reach a crest with prayer flags after the wearying clim and then through a series of zigzags down a scree slope bring you to the Tilicho Base Camp Hotel. From here you can enjoy the closer and panoramic views of Tilicho Mountain and many others. Tilicho Lake is situated at the highest altitude so we set our camp today here at low.

• Day 14: Hike to Tilicho lake and back to Tilicho base camp (4920m, 7 hrs) o/n in Lodge +B+L+D

  The trail to the Tilicho Starts up a side valley then traverses onto a moraine, making a long climb to 4710m. There are outstanding view of Tarkeghyang, Gangapurna and the Khangsar Kang. Tilicho Lake, the highest lake in the world, presents a particularly dramatic spectacle. Sometimes its turquoise water reflects the surrounding peaks but more often its frozen solid. After spending the memorable time at Tilicho Lake, we will trek down to Tilicho base camp via same way.

• Day 15: Trek to Yak Kharka (4250 m, 5 hrs) o/n in Lodge +B+L+D

  The trail continues to climb out of the Marsyangdi Valley. The trail follows this valley north, passing a Goths as it steadily gains elevation. You have left the large trees below; the vegetation now consists of scrub juniper and alpine grasses. you can keep high and follow a track above Khangsar village passing through the ruins of old Khangsar and follow an unmarked trail which will lead you around and down to cross the river on an old log bridge between Gunsang and Yak Kharka. It’s fun to see large yaks grazing at Yak Kharka. The view of Annapurna III is excellent.

• Day 16: Trek to Thorong pass (7/8hrs, 5416m) and to Muktinath (3800m) o/n in lodge +B+L+D

  Today early start for the crossing of Thorung La (5416m). The trail becomes steep immediately on leaving camp, the gradient then eases and after around 4 hours of steady climbing, we reach the chorten and prayer flags of the pass. From the snow-covered mountains above, to the head of the Kali Gandaki valley below and the brown and purple hills of Mustang, which spread out before us, we are presented with a dramatic tableau. The descent to Muktinath, but the excellent views of Dhaulagiri, more than makes up for the tiring journey. Eventually the moraines give way to grassy slopes before a pleasant walk along the Jhong Khola Valley to Muktinath, with its shrines and temple.

• Day 17: Trek to Jomsom (4hrs, 2700m,) o/n in lodge +B+L+D

  Today after breakfast we trek with some shining downhill, which will be more pleasurable with jeep tracks trails with a mostly downhill gradient! We have to start early as the wind gets up after 11 am making trek a bit more challenging. Chill out on this section and enjoy the views of many different mountain ranges.

• Day 18: Fly to Pokhara o/n in hotel +B

  Morning fly to Pokhara, afternoon sightseeing around in Pokhara o/n in a hotel +B
  Morning after breakfast, we take a spectacular early morning flight along the Kali Gandaki gorge to Pokhara and in afternoon sightseeing around in Pokhara.

• Day 19: Drive or fly back to Kathmandu, (6hrs d/30mf) o/n in a hotel +B

• Day 20: Free day in Kathmandu, o/n in a hotel +B

• Day 21: Transfer to international airport in Kathmandu +B