Upper Pisang, at about 3,310 m, is a stone village of flat-roofed houses stacked up a hillside above the Marsyangdi river, with prayer flags, a monastery and a direct view of Annapurna II. It marks the start of the Tibetan-influenced upper Manang valley, and the beginning of the scenic upper route via Ghyaru and Ngawal to Manang.
Quick answer: Upper Pisang (about 3,310 m) is a day's walk from Chame on the Annapurna Circuit. Visit the monastery, take the upper route via Ghyaru and Ngawal for the best views, and use it as a base for Pisang Peak.
Upper Pisang at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Altitude | About 3,310 m |
| Known for | Monastery, Annapurna II views |
| Route | Start of the upper route via Ghyaru and Ngawal |
| Trek | Annapurna Circuit, Pisang Peak |
| Permit | ACAP |
Things to do
- Visit the monastery above the village.
- Take the upper route via Ghyaru and Ngawal.
- Acclimatise before Pisang Peak.
Trips and guides
Plan your visit
Upper Pisang is one of the most photogenic villages on the Annapurna Circuit. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.