Pikey Peak Trek

Pikey Peak trek is best known for the perspectives from Pikey Peak in the Everest region. Being introduced as an alternative to trekking in the crowded Everest region, you can catch a portion of the best panorama of the noteworthy Everest scenery and Sherpa culture from Pikey Peak. The peak offers you the striking scene of the gigantic Himalayas including the mighty Everest, Annapurna, Manaslu, Langtang, Kanchenjunga, and Makalu ranges among few others.

The Pikey Peak trek starts with a scenic drive to the east of Kathmandu. Green hills with cascading waterfalls, terraced fields, traditional Nepalese villages, and the gigantic Himalayas make the trip awe-inspiring. The peak lies at an elevation of 4,067m from sea level and is unquestionably the best viewpoint of Everest and neighboring peaks in the region. The experience collected ahead of staying at night in ancient stone villages, sharing the intimacy of the trip with a flock of like-minded trekkers over salted butter tea would be awesome.

Trekking in Lower Khumbu region, The freshly introduced Pikey peak trek difficulty is moderate. Anyone, with a better level of physical fitness, can do this trek. Sir Edmund Hillary acclaimed “ The View of Mount Everest from Pikey Peak is one of the best in Nepal”.

How many days do we need for the Pikey Peak trek?

Pikey peak can be done in minimum 3 days if you feel physically fit, bounded by time frame and budget. But, leisurely it takes 6-10 days which allows you to physical workout without stress and explore historical and cultural Buddhist sites (monasteries, gompas, and stupas). Please, contact us to craft a tailored trip based on necessity.

How to reach Pikey peak trek from Kathmandu?

Pikey Peak trek has several different routes and local people’s trails within the lower Khumbu area which engage getting to Pikey Peak. You can choose suitable options to get Pikey Peak Trek as your time frame, comfort, and budget. You can enter from one way and exit from other way as your comfort.

Fly to Phaplu from Kathmandu and start the trek
Drive to Shivalaya and start the trek
Drive to Dhap or Jhapre and start the trek

When is the best time to trek Pikey Peak?

The best time to trek Pikey Peak is early spring when the rhododendron forests are abloom in red, white and pink and the mountains are dazzling against deep blue skies. Winter is colder but the views can be stunning especially after snowfall blankets the mountain in white and it’s allotted due to a lower altitude.

Monsoon season can be very wet in this region and leech can be active.

How difficult is Pikey Peak Trek?

Pikey peak trek is one of the easy and short beginners trek in Nepal. Beginner trekkers and family with kids can do without any difficulty due to its lower altitude. The highest elevation you will gain in Pikey Peak trek is 4065 m which is very normal. Anybody who can walk 5-6 hour per day can do very comfortably.

Should I take a flight or drive is fine?

Fly to Phaplu may be quite costly but if you wish for a shorter itinerary it's best to fly whobounded by time and feel physically fit. If you have a week time and want to avoid wasting your budget, you can drive in 4 4-wd jeep or take a local bus however, the roads of Nepal are not well maintained but adventurous.

How much would be the cost of the Pikey Peak trek?

The trekking cost is commonly the same on all trekking routes, only the mode of transportation and size of the group differ in the cost. Normally for a single person, the Price is $ 849 inclusive of all packages with local group transportation.

Trip Highlights of Pikey Peak Trek

Flexible Itineraries as your time frame and budget
Experience the mix of cultural, natural and diversity of flora and fauna.
Explore the ancient and beautiful monasteries of lower Khumbu region which most travellers miss
Panoramic views of the highest peaks in the world such as Mount Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Lhote and Makalu etc.
Explore the unique tradition and culture of Sherpa people
Newly opened less explored and less crowed route in Everest region
Short and unique destination in Everest region

Outline Itinerary:

Day 01: Drive to Dhap, Trek to Japre 9580 ft (2920 m) 4 hours
Day 02: Trek from Japre to Pikey Base Camp 11,942 ft (3640 m) 6-7 hours
Day 03: Sunrise at Pikey Peak, Trek to Loding 8,251 ft (2515 m) 8-9 hours
Day 04: Trek from Loding to Junbesi, Visit Thubtenchoeling Monastery 4-5 hours
Day 05: Trek from Junbesi to Taksindu 9711 ft (2960 m) 5-6 hours
Day 06: Trek from Taksindu to Phaplu, Visit Chiwong Monastery 8067 ft (2459 m) 5-6 hours
Day 07: Flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu 4593 ft (1400 m)

Day 01 :Drive to Dhap, Trek to Japre 9580 ft (2920 m) 4 hours
On the first day of our trip, we will drive over a scenic journey until Dhap. Following the road along the Sunkoshi river, further followed by Tamakoshi river, we will reach Ghurmi. We will take some rest at Ghurmi, relish in the traditional Nepalese cuisine in Ghurmi and continue our drive to Dhap Bazar. Then, driving for 3 hours through the dense rhododendron forests and typical settlements, we will reach Dhap Bazar. Further, we will start trekking until we reach Japre. It would take 4 hours to reach Japre from Dhap. Japre offers the panoramic Himalayan vista and, we can explore the Gompas and Stupas in the village. Overnight stay at Lodge.
Day 02 :Trek from Japre to Pikey Base Camp 11,942 ft (3640 m) 6-7 hours
After having early morning breakfast at Japre, we will continue our trek to Pikey peak base camp. Hiking over a bumpy road, we will confront the view of the early morning sun rays over the silver mountains turning themselves to golden. After the bumpy roads end, the trail moves uphill until we reach Bhulbhule. Further, following the steep trail through rhododendron forests, we will reach Lhamuje. Right after we leave Lhamuje, the trail opens up to reveal the pastures. We can notice yaks grazing over the pastures. Crossing the long Mani walls and continuing our trek over the winding trail, we finally reach Pikey base camp. Overnight stay at Pikey peak base camp.
Day 03 :Sunrise at Pikey Peak, Trek to Loding 8,251 ft (2515 m) 8-9 hours
Today, we should reach Pikey peak before dawn to relish the sunrise view from Pikey peak. Hence, we will start our trek early in the morning and gradually ascend to the Pikey peak summit. The trail we follow today will be covered with prayer flags. From the summit, we can relish in the sunrise view over the Himalayas. We will confront the panoramic Himalayan scenery from Annapurna to Kanchenjunga.

Following the flat trail over the ridge, we will enter the forest to Jase Bhanjyang. The trail then steepens. At Jase Bhanjyang, we will have our breakfast and continue our trek until we reach Lodging. Overnight stay at Lodging.
Day 04 :Trek from Loding to Junbesi, Visit Thubtenchoeling Monastery 4-5 hours
Early in the morning we will leave for Jase Bhyanjyang following the trail over ridgeline. After having breakfast at Jase Bhanjyang, we will continue our trek to Junbesi. The trail from Jase Bhanjyang leaves the ridge line shortly and steepens. We will descend down the steeply trail through the forest until Taktor. Trekking a couple of hours from Taktor, we will finally reach the village of Junebesi. Today we will visit Thubtenchoeling Monastery and observe the Tibetan tradition that flourishes around. Likewise, we might get the chance to relish in the Sherpa dance as well. Overnight stay at Junbesi.
Day 05 :Trek from Junbesi to Taksindu 9711 ft (2960 m) 5-6 hours
Today, we will continue our trek through the trail over the Taksindo La pass that leads us to Dudkoshi valley. Following the trail to Taksindu, we will cross the stream at the bottom of Junbesi and continue our trek through the forest until Sailung. Further, descending down to cross the stream, and a little ascend we will reach Ringmo, famous for local apples. From Ringmo, we will ascend up for a while, cross the Taksindo La pass and descend down to Taksindu village. Overnight stay at Taksindu.
Day 06 :Trek from Taksindu to Phaplu, Visit Chiwong Monastery 8067 ft (2459 m) 5-6 hours
Today, following the path through the forests we will hike up to Chiwong Monastery. The Monastery rests high on cliff, omitting the lowlands. Founded back in 1923, Mani Rimdu festival is observed in autumn season. After mild hiking for 4 hours and gradual ascend uphill for half an hour we will finally reach Phaplu.

Phaplu is the small Sherpa settlement with airfield. We will stay overnight at Phaplu.
Day 07 :Flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu 4593 ft (1400 m)
Finally the day has come to bid a goodbye to the Himalayas and fly back to Kathmandu. It will be a half an hour flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu. If you have spare time after reaching Kathmandu, you can roam around the tourism hub in Thamel and we will have a farewell dinner at the evening at Thamel.

Cost Includes

All transportations during the trip
All necessary documents and paperwork (TIMS cards and permit)
Highly experienced English speaking Government Registered trekking guide and porter to carry luggage (1 porter for 2 trekkers)
Guide and porter salaries, equipment, food and lodging, insurance and transportation)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Chlorine treated drinking water
Accommodation: Private /Share and single/double room in Mountain
First aid box
All government and local taxes
Farewell dinner
Souvenir

Cost Excludes

International airfare
Nepal visa fee
Travel insurance
Accommodation in Kathmandu
Personal expenses (Phone calls, WIFI, bar bills, battery recharge, laundry, boiled water and hot shower)
Tipping and donations

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Trip Duration 7 Days
DestinationNepal
Trip Difficulty Moderate
Trip StyleTrekking
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