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Yeti Marathon Nepal
15+
Trip Days
Yeti marathon starts at the highest lake in the world, Tilicho lake, at 5000m altitude, and runs in descent.
Activity Level
Challenging
Duration
15 Days
Suitable For
16 to 79 years old
Best Season
Mar-May / Sep-Dec
Region / Country
Nepal
Group Size
On Request
Overview
Yeti Marathon Full with Pisang Peak
| Day No | Date | Short Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thursday, 15 October 2026 | Arrival in Kathmandu, welcome by Makalu Adventure member, transfer to Thamel Eco Resort, city tour, and folk dinner. |
| 2 | Friday, 16 October 2026 | Drive to the Annapurna region, overnight lodge stay in Jagat. |
| 3 | Saturday, 17 October 2026 | Local jeep transfer from Jagat to Pisang (3,250m), overnight at lodge, visit picturesque villages, optional 5km training run and stretching session. |
| 4 | Sunday, 18 October 2026 | Trek from Pisang (3,200m) to Manang (3,640m), review the race circuit, optional 5km training run and stretching session. |
| 5 | Monday, 19 October 2026 | Acclimatization day in Manang, race circuit review, and visits to local temples. |
| 6 | Tuesday, 20 October 2026 | MARATHON DAY. Start from Manang's Temple to Tal village. Free afternoon followed by a trophy dinner. |
| 7 | Wednesday, 21 October 2026 | Transfer from the Annapurna region back to Kathmandu. |
| 8 | Thursday, 22 October 2026 | Breakfast and airport transfer. Optional extra night in Kathmandu (€75). |
INCLUDED
- All transfers in Kathmandu including Airport pick up and drop off by Private AC vehicle.
- Two Nights Hotel Accommodation on twin sharing basis with daily morning breakfast at Thamel Eco Resort.
- Kathmandu – Dharapani – Kathmandu by Bus and Jeep.
- ACAP Entry Fee.
- TIMS Card.
- Marathon Permit from Local Government.
- Accommodation in a Local tea house during the trek.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea Coffee, and Hot water for drinking.
- English Speaking Trekking Guide during the trek daily wages and insurance.
- Porters, daily wages, and insurance.
- Cook and Kitchen Crew during Thorung Peak Climb and Base Camp before the marathon.
- Medical Support (Doctors & Nurses) in three different points during MARATHON.
- Satellite Phone, Gyamo Bag, Oxygen in case of emergencies.
- Pisang Peak Permit Fee (for those who climb)
- Climbing Sherpas for Pisang Peak Climbers.
- All necessary camping equipment and set up for Pisang Peak Climbers.
- Fixed Rope for Thorung Peak Climb.
INCLUDES FOR MARATHON/ HALF MARATHON AND 10K
- Pre MARATHON training program free.
- Geolocalizer with SOS button and timing control.
- Volunteers in crossing points. Circuit marking in high visibility signals.
- Tracks, maps and race briefing.
- 6 solid/liquid aids stations finish line station.
- BIB number, Yeti thermical hook jacket, / finish line medal / Diploma.
- Trophy party in Katmandu.
- Contribution to the local community with your marathon registration.
NOT INCLUDED
- International airfares and airport taxes.
- Personal expenses such as bottled drinks, laundry, telephone, mineral water, etc
- Personal travel and medical insurance
- Emergency rescue and evacuation service
- Tips, etc
COMPLIMENTARY
- One welcome dinner with a live Nepali cultural show.
- One Farewell Dinner.
- Makalu Duffle Bag during the trek.
TYPE OF REGISTRATION
Participants can register individually, as a team/company (from 2 to 5 participants) or as companions. Prices are per person, not per team). Registered by team must fill in the team name on the form.
The types of registration are 42k Marathon, 21k Half Marathon, 10k, Pisang Peak La 6,090m + race (42k, 21k or 10k).
Accommodation is shared in a double room in a hotel and during the trek in a mountain hotel. In the registration form you have to confirm with whom to share a room
Those who want individual accommodation will only be possible at the hotel in Kathmandu and will have an additional € 100 supplement.