PisangPeak

The journey to Pisang Peak leads from Kathmandu to Besisahar. Once you reach this picturesque place, the trek begins along the regular path of the Annapurna Circuit. From Pisang village, the route ascends through sparse woods and a pasture at Kharka (4,380 m), an ideal place for setting up Base Camp. A high camp is set up at 5,400 m on the southwest ridge. This area is entirely covered in snow from the end of November to the end of March. From here, you ascend with some difficulty and reach the summit of the peak. Once at the summit, you are greeted by splendid views of Annapurna II and IV, Gangapurna, and the Glacial Dome. After a successful summit climb, you trek back down to the Manang valley and continue to Thorong Phedi. From there, you attempt to cross the high Thorong La Pass at dawn and arrive at the holy site of Muktinath. You then descend through the lovely village of Jharkot and Kagbeni (a gateway to Upper Mustang) to Jomsom, and take a flight to Pokhara before returning to Kathmandu.

The Pisang Peak itinerary can be combined with the popular Annapurna Circuit Trek to make the most of an extraordinary adventure in this region. It is a journey of immense satisfaction and pride.