Pisang Peak: Geography and Name
Stands at 6,091 m (19,983 ft).
Located north of the Marsyangdi River in Manang district.
Open Slab: The upper section features a famous uniform rock and ice slab leading up to the knife-edge summit.
Elevation
6,091 m
19,983 ft
Location
Manang District
Annapurna Circuit
Best Season
Spring & Autumn
Mar–May / Sep–Nov
Standard Route
West Ridge
Nepal Side
The Uniform Pyramid Above Pisang Village
Pisang Peak towers above Pisang village on the Annapurna Circuit trek.
Its uniform pyramid shape and smooth slate rock wall make it one of the most recognizable landmarks in Manang.
Key Highlights
- Direct views of Annapurna II, IV, and the Manang Valley floor.
- Integrated smoothly into an Annapurna Circuit itinerary.
- Distinctive open slate rock slab climbing.
Quick Facts
First Ascent
1955 (German Expedition)
Parent Range
Annapurna Himal, Himalayas
Coordinates
28.6167° N, 84.1833° E
Beyond the Basics
Pisang Peak: Climbing & Trekking Guide
Route, acclimatisation and permit notes for Pisang Peak from the Nepal Side side, plus practical safety advice.
Pisang Peak: Climbing Routes
Ascended from Upper Pisang village via Kharka High Camp (4,380 m).
- West Ridge Route: Scramble through rock ledges followed by climbing a steep 45-degree snow/ice slope.
Pisang Peak: Permits, Season and Safety
The standard season on Pisang Peak is Spring & Autumn (Mar–May / Sep–Nov). Slate Friction: The lower rock slab can be slippery when covered with fresh snowfall or verglas.
Approaches to Pisang Peak begin from Nepal Side in Manang District, where the main objective is the West Ridge. Confirm current permit, insurance, and national park requirements before departure.
- Permits required: NMA Peak Permit & ACAP Permit.
- Best months: March–May & September–November.
- Elevation: 6,091 m (19,983 ft).
Pisang Peak: Approach and Acclimatisation
Plan for road travel to the Nepal Side trailhead, then several days of walking before you reach the foot of Pisang Peak. Gain height gradually, take a rest day before moving to high camp, and keep a spare weather day in reserve during Spring & Autumn.
Summit day on a 6,091 m objective is long, so start early and set a clear turn-around time. If the West Ridge is crowded or the snow is unstable, waiting a day is almost always better than pushing on.
Pisang Peak: Facts and Figures
Pisang Peak "The Pyramid of Manang" stands at 6,091 m in Manang District, Annapurna Circuit. The figures below summarise the mountain for trip planning.
- First Ascent: 1955 (German Expedition)
- Parent Range: Annapurna Himal, Himalayas
- Coordinates: 28.6167° N, 84.1833° E