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Pikey Peak Trek is a short trek that offers stunning views of the Everest Himalayas and an insight into Sherpa culture.
The Pikey Peak Trek is a relatively short and rewarding hike in the Solukhumbu region of Nepal. It’s known for being one of the highest hills in this area and offers breathtaking views of the Everest Himalayan range. The name “Pikey” comes from a deity worshipped by the Sherpa people.
On this trek, you’ll experience a variety of sights and places. One highlight is the ancient Buddhist monastery of Thupten Choling, where you can immerse yourself in the unique Sherpa culture. If you visit in August, you might witness traditional purification rituals at sacred lakes performed by important shamans.
Pikey Danda, the peak you’ll trek to, is renowned for its stunning sunrise and sunset views. From here, you’ll see an impressive array of mountain peaks, including Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Everest, Lhotse, Manaslu, as well as Gauri Shanker, Lhotseshar, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Mera, and Thamserku.
You’ll also spend a few nights in Kathmandu before and after your trek, giving you the chance to explore and enjoy Nepal’s vibrant culture. If you’re interested in a longer trek, consider the Everest Panorama Trek or Everest Base Camp Trek. For a different area, you might enjoy the Langtang Gosainkund Trek. Alternatively, the Manaslu Trek over the Larke La Pass is also an excellent choice.
Trip Highlights
- Visit to ancient temples, palaces and historic places in Kathmandu
- The finest challenging trek in the solukhumbu region
- Breathtaking views of Mountains
- Visit the Pikey Peak base camp which lies at the height of 4,065m above the sea level
- View of Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Everest, Lhotse, Manaslu
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Departure from home
Arrival at the Tribhuwan international Airport
Upon arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, you’ll be greeted with a traditional welcome by our airport representative. Your guide will then provide an overview of your upcoming itinerary. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Nepali dinner.
Kathmandu Sightseeing
After breakfast at your hotel, you’ll embark on a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley to experience the vibrant city. First, you’ll drive to Swayambhunath, commonly known as the Monkey Temple, located on a hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley. From here, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the mountains and the valley. This ancient and mysterious Buddhist stupa attracts visitors from all over the world with its striking white dome and golden spire that can be seen from afar.
Next, you’ll visit Pashupatinath, a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, which is one of the most important temples for Hindus in the Indian subcontinent. Nearby, you’ll find a crematorium where traditional cremation rituals take place.
Your tour will conclude with a visit to Patan Durbar Square, a magnificent example of traditional Nepalese architecture, featuring centuries-old temples and palaces.
Flight to Phaplu (2,932m)
After early breakfast, Start your journey by flight from Kathmandu to phaplu about 30 minute, during the flight you can see the exciting view of the himalayas and bird eye view of the picturesque landscape. Stay overnight at the lodges at Dhap.
Trek to the Jhapre (2829m)
Today is your first trekking day and have to walk about the 6 hours to reach the camp site. To stop for the lunch at a local place you have to walk few hours, on the way you can see the most popular and the exciting views of the hills and the forest. You will be served a Nepali typical dinner at the evening. Stay overnight at the Home of the Jhapre.
Trek to the Pikey Peak base camp (4,065m)
After an early breakfast, begin your trek to Pikey Peak Base Camp. The journey is quite long, taking nearly 7 hours, mostly uphill. Along the way, you’ll pass by old yak houses and a lengthy mani stone wall. The trail winds around the hillside beneath Taklung Danda and traverses through a scenic, forested path.
As you walk through the rhododendron forest, you might catch the vibrant blooms if you’re trekking in the spring. If the evening is clear, you could hike to the summit to catch a beautiful sunset; otherwise, the sunrise from Pikey Peak will also be stunning. Stay overnight in a basic family run teahouse and enjoy the local food.
Summit Pikey peak for sunrise and trek to Junbesi (2700m)
Early the morning wake up with exciting views of sunrise and the Everest views from the Pikey peak. Today is your longest walk and this will be around eight hours to Junbesi. A portion of the trek is in the old trail to Everest. We are back in lodges tonight. Enjoy the dinner and stay overnight at the lodges of the Junbesi.
Trek to the Phaplu (2390m)
Relax your day and enjoy your morning breakfast as today is the shorter trek day and will take only 4 hours to reach the airport village at the Phaplu. If you reach early you can also go up to the Tibetan Monastry above the Phalplu and return back. Stay overnight at the Phaplu Lodges.
Fly back to the Kathmandu
Fly from Phaplu to Kathmandu and take in breathtaking panoramic mountain views during your journey. Once you arrive, you can spend the rest of the day sightseeing, exploring, shopping, or simply relaxing in one of Kathmandu’s many cafes and rooftop restaurants.
Departure
On your last day in Kathmandu, you have the freedom to spend your time as you wish. Many visitors use this opportunity for shopping, while others prefer to explore more cultural sites around the city. Our local guide can provide recommendations for the best shopping spots. When it’s time to leave, our airport representative will accompany you to the airport for your departure.
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Cost Include
- Kathmandu Airport transfers
- An experienced insured and equipped English speaking Guide
- Guided sightseeing and entry fee in Kathmandu
- 3 meals during trek.
- Internal flights and land transport involved in the itinerary
- Airport tax
- Good standard Hotel ( 3-4*) accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Teahouse & camping accommodation on twin sharing basic
- Tims permit.
- Insured and equipped porter as on IPPG rules.
Cost Exclude
- Travel Insurance
- Nepalese Visa
- Tips for Guide and other trek staff
- Lunch and dinner in the city
- Additional costs due to illness, rescue etc
- Additional cost due to force majeure, changes of flight and itinerary
- Personal drinks and Bar Bill
- Personal equipments such as sleeping bag
Dates & Prices
The Following dates and prices are LAND ONLY itinerary joining in Kathmandu. Please make your own flight arrangements. If you need some help to arrange an international flight, we can suggest you some agents who are specialized on ticketing.
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Your journey, your way - This itinerary can be tailored to your desire.
You can also use this tour as a base for a tailor-made itinerary. Like your personal architect creating your one-of- a-kind home, our Travel Specialists will execute the trip of a lifetime. It’s all up to you – logistics, pace, budget, dates, performances, visits, explorations, meals and lodging are hammered out down to the finest customized detail. Please fill in our tailor-made request form.
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Trip Reviews
For the entire Pikey Peak trek we did not have to worry about food or accommodation as they had it sorted. They were always on hand to answer questions and have vast amounts of knowledge about the area so it was also an opportunity to learn lots too. Overall, a fantastic experience on a trek with some amazing views. Thank you Trekking team group.
How these top guide books have described us?
"Ein Absolut verlässlicher, superfreundlisher veranstalter mit erstlkassigem Service.”
“Long-established trekking company with a breadth of experience and an easy-to-find location."
"A very reliable, super friendly agency offering top-notch service.”
“une agence engagée avec une belle expertise du terrain.”
Additional Information
This is ADVENTURE travel, and many of the destinations on this site are in remote, underdeveloped areas where unpredictability is the norm. Despite careful planning and organization, our adventure trips can’t be taken for granted like regular trips. Many of the places we visit lack the emergency health and safety services you’re used to in the developed world. Internal flights can be canceled, road transport is often uncomfortable and unreliable, and hotel standards may not match those of the West.
If you’re not prepared for this, you shouldn’t travel with us. The unpredictability also means that our itineraries are statements of intent, not contractual obligations. Factors such as weather, transport difficulties, and political instability might require us to change any itinerary. The trip leader will make any necessary changes after consulting with the group. Such changes are rarely significant, and we always do our best to minimize their impact. However, we cannot be held responsible for changes or delays, regardless of their cause.
What makes this trip different ?
Trekking Team Groups is one of the main supporters of Ambe Foundation, a non-political and non-profit social organization. We contribute our support to the remote village of Nuwakot and different schools like Gramin Devi, Khumbeshwori through donation, sponsorship and partnership in various projects. For details click here what we do and why we do?
Donation
Trekking Team Group donates a percentage of business profits to the foundation on a yearly basis, which supports the ongoing maintenance cost required for Gramin Devi and Khumbeshwori school, a community-based school in Nuwakot.
Sponsorship
One of the major activities of Ambe foundation is the children sponsorship program, which is conducted with full collaboration with Trekking Team Group.
Partnership (Volunteering Program)
The Ambe Volunteer Program, organised by Ambe Foundation and Trekking Team Group, aims to mobilize teams of experts and interested individuals as an effective and economic measure in providing the human capital for education, health and community development in Nuwakot District.
