Pisang Peak Climbing

When is the best time for climbing Pisang Peak?

The best times for climbing to Pisang Peak are the spring (March to April) and autumn (October to November) seasons. These two are the climbing seasons in the Himalayas because of stable weather conditions. Climbing a peak in other seasons (summer/monsoon/winter) is almost impossible and risky. Spring and autumn have the perfect weather window to push to the summit of Pisang Peak. 

You are less likely to see any delays or snowfall/rainfall. The trekking routes are gleaming with seasonal vegetation, and the mountain panorama is out of this world. You'll get a bright, breezy daytime to walk and chilled evenings/mornings to relax. Likewise, you can see many fellow trekkers and climbers along the trail. 

How difficult is Pisang Peak Climbing

Pisang Peak Climbing in Nepal is very difficult. Factors like high altitude, the region's remoteness, limited facilities, and prolonged walking days make climbing difficult. However, Pisang Peak is relatively easy when discussing technical difficulties. The route above Pisang Peak High Camp is full of snowy, stony sections, rocky slabs, and a handful of crevasses. The final part of the track (just before the summit push) is steep and exposed to intense sun rays and a cold and strong wind. 

Pisang Peak Climbing Permit

Pisang Peak Climbing requires three permits: an Annapurna Conservation Area Permit, a TIMS Card, and a Pisang Peak climbing permit. All the permit costs are included in our package cost. Likewise, our team will obtain the permits on your behalf and save you from long, hectic government work.

• Annapurna Conservation Area Permit cost for SAARC nationals: NPR 200
• Annapurna Conservation Area Permit cost for other nationals: NPR 3000
• TIMS Card cost: USD 10

Pisang Peak climbing permit cost

• Spring (March to early May) - USD 250
• Autumn (late September to November) - USD 125
• Winter (December to February) - USD 70
• Summer/monsoon (June to August) - USD 70

Altitude Sickness

Pisang peak climbing ascends above 6,000 meters, so altitude sickness is at risk. What makes our Pisang peak climbing itinerary special is you get a lot of time to adjust while trekking through beautiful villages. Likewise, we spent two nights at the Pisang Peak base camp acclimatizing our bodies and one more night at the Pisang Peak high camp before pushing towards the summit.

With proper measures, you can altogether avoid the likelihood of altitude sickness. You must keep your body hydrated and do not consume alcoholic beverages or smoke. Your body should be able to walk and deal with increasing air pressure daily, so get plenty of sleep and good food. 

Last Minute Booking

Last-minute bookings for peak climbing in Nepal can be a little tricky because lots of preparation needs to be done in advance, like getting permits, placing reservations, getting the crew ready, etc. We only advise late Pisang peak climbing bookings to an experienced climber or beginner climber who is physically fit and can endure high altitudes.

Please note that last-minute booking comes with a lot of setbacks, like you may not have ample time to prepare for the journey, the full package cost has to be paid to get the booking confirmation, and loss of almost the entire package cost if the trip gets cancelled by the guest side. 

Travel Tips for Pisang Peak Climbing

Accommodation: During trekking, you spend the nights in teahouses run by locals along the trail. A teahouse is the most basic accommodation in the mountains of Nepal. The room has nothing but a couple of beds and clean bedding. While climbing, we use tents to spend nights at base camp and high camp. The company provides tents, so you do not have to worry about that. We give high-quality alpine sleeping, dining, and washroom tents. The supporting crew will take care of building tents. 

Food: You eat three meals a day. The meals are available as per the teahouse menu. Nepali and Tibetan cuisine, with a few Western items, are the primary food on the teahouse menu. Dal bhat tarkari is staple meal. You also get momo, thukpa, thenduk, porridge, roti, curries, Tibetan bread, soup, etc. During the climbing period, the crew prepares the meals. We carry fuel, raw ingredients, and all the essentials to give you delicious and nutritious meals while climbing. 

ATM: There is no ATM on the Pisang peak climbing route. You cannot use your cards or other currency along the trail. Therefore, withdraw Nepali cash in Kathmandu. 

Charging: We highly recommend getting a solar charger (easily available on Amazon). Charging facilities are available in the tea houses, but they cost a few extra bucks. You can also carry spare batteries with you.

Luggage: All the climbing gear and heavy clothing are packed in a duffel bag. The company provides duffel bags to the participants, so you do not have to buy them yourself. The weight limit for each guest is 25 kg, and you can carry an additional 5 kg rucksack. One porter can carry up to 25 kg, and we provide one porter for one climber. 

Personal Expenses: It's important you understand that the Pisang peak climbing package cost does not cover many things, such as international flight fare, travel insurance, tips, shopping, or additional services (like charging, internet, hot shower) while trekking. So, make sure you have some money for these things. 

Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory for climbing Pisang Peak. At Nepal Gateway Trekking, we do not confirm a booking unless the guest sends us travel insurance documents that include emergency air evacuation up to 6,000 m and medical bill coverage. 

Tipping: Tipping is not included in our Pisang peak climbing cost. Climbers usually like to tip by themselves. If you are in a group, then it's better to tip collectively. Tipping is the most appreciated thank-you gesture for our on-field crew members.