Pikey Peak Trek

Pikey Peak Trek – Wonderful trekking experience to the best vantage point of Everest

Many Trekkers call it as best point to witness Everest. Even Sir Edmund Hillary claimed it as his favorite spot to enjoy Everest.

The name Pikey is derived from local Sherpa Clan deity which represents the sky over the nature.

Pikey Peak Trek is newly introduced trekking route in Khumbu region which allows us to enjoy up-close view of Everest and lower Khumbu region along with magical landscapes. The view of sunrise and sunset over the giant peaks is so magical that it will become your lifetime memory. Apart from majestic Himalayan views, you will get opportunity to discover unique geography and the life it supports. The unique Sherpa Culture and their hospitality is very intriguing. Being a newly discovered trekking route, it offers an off-beat and solitary trekking experience.

7 days Pikey Peak Trek Itinerary is designed to minimize the risk of AMS by limiting the daily gain in altitude. The Pikey Peak trail route is covered with lush forests of rhododendron, oak and pine. You will walk through numerous villages perched on ridge tops surrounded by terraced fields.

From Pikey peak, you will get the grand view of mountain peaks – Dhaulagiri, Everest, Makalu and Kanchenjunga to the far west. The tea house accommodation along the trekking route is simple and offers very basic facilities.

Pikey Peak Trek is suitable for anyone willing to witness the Himalayan peaks and authentic local lifestyle within few days.

Pikey Peak Trek – Physical Requirements

For those willing to undertake a Pikey Peak Trekking, even for a one-shot adventure, it’s not enough to just show up with your gear and guidebook.  You must be physically and mentally prepared to achieve the height and the distance, as there are not any quick exits from the side of a mountain.

So if you are planning to take on a peak, we suggest you to spend an appropriate amount of time and energy to prepare yourself to face the challenge that mountains puts on you.

Jogging, Running, Swimming and Leg exercise few weeks prior the trek would be an appropriate physical training to prepare yourself for the trek.

Also make a Pikey Peak Trek Map handy and consider reading Pikey Peak blog before starting the journey.

Pikey Peak Trek – Best Season

September – December during autumn and February – June during spring are the best time of the year for Pikey Peak Trek. These seasons are known for wonderful weather and excellent views. Autumn brings happiness in Nepal as the major festival of Nepal falls in this season. Likewise, the spring is the time of joy with different flowers blooming around the entire country.

Monsoon brings heavy rainfall in Nepal; inviting the threat of landslide and flood. Moreover, the trail will be slippery and leeches will encroach you throughout the forest trail. But this season might be perfect for keen botanist as the entire trekking trail will be filled with lush vegetation.

The extremely cold temperature in winter might not be perfect for every trekkers. If you are willing to trek Pikey Peak in winter, we suggest you to check the availability of tea house at higher altitude. The tea house often remains closed; as people migrate to lower elevation to escape cold and snow.

8 Day Pikey peak Base camp Trek Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu.
Day 02 Drive from Kathmandu – Dhap, 5, 6 hour(2,932m)
Day 03: Trek from  Dhap – Jhapre (2,829m) 5 Hour
Day 04; Jhapre – Pikey Peak (3640 m) 5 Hour
Day 05: Pikey Peak – Junbesi (2,700m)  6 hour
Day 06: Junbensi – Phaplu (2,469m/8,100ft)
Day 07: Drive from Phaplu – Kathmandu – 7 Hour
Day 08: Departure From Nepal

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• Arrive in Kathmandu.  
• Drive from Kathmandu – Dhap, 5, 6 hour(2,932m)
• Trek from  Dhap – Jhapre (2,829m) 5 Hour
• Jhapre – Pikey Peak (3640 m) 5 Hour
• Pikey Peak – Junbesi (2,700m)  6 hour
• Junbensi – Phaplu (2,469m/8,100ft)
• Drive from Phaplu – Kathmandu – 7 Hour
• Departure From Nepal

• Arrival in Kathmandu (1,396 m.) Upon your arrival, proceed to the outside of airport terminal, our representative will wait for you to take you to the hotel which taking around 20 minutes.  Please look for your name which will be shown on signage.  Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
• Drive from Kathmandu – Dhap (2,932m)After breakfast, we will leave Kathmandu and drive to Dhap Bazaar. The driving route follows the Sunkoshi River until Ghurmi. On the way, we will get opportunity to witness the typical Nepalese countryside lifestyle, rivers, forest and terraced fields. Driving through numerous settlements, we will finally reach Dhap Bazaar. Here we will explore the local market and observe the lifestyle of local people.Overnight at lodge in Dhap Bazaar
• Trek Starts: Dhap – Jhapre (2,829m) – 13 km/ 4 hours Today we start our trek along a dry trail that leads us to Sigane. Then the trail further moves along the bumpy roads to Jhapre. At Jhapre, you will find many vantage points that displays grand views of mountain peaks. We will get the clear view of Mt. Everest (8,848m) and the Numbur Himal. Also we will visit Gompas and Stupas in the villages.Overnight at lodge in Jhapre
• Trek From Jhapre – Pikey Peak Base Camp ( 3640m) – 15 km/ 5 hours
  Today we start early with the rays of sun. Initially we follow a dusty trail which later leads on an uphill trail to Bhulbule. From here the trail becomes steeper and climbs through the rhododendron forests and small settlement of Lhamuje. From Lhamuje, the trail become wider and follows a pasture where we can see grazing Yaks. Further we will walk through a long Mani Wall and ascend along the winding road to Pikey base camp. Here you can visit Yak Cheese factory and relish the magical view of mountains around.Overnight at Pikey Peak Base Camp
• Trek From Pikey Peak To Junbesi Via Lamjuran pass (2,700m)  22 km / 5, 6 hour Today, Early morning we Climb to  Pikey Peak View Point (4065m)  Enjoy the  outstanding Number of Himalayas Sunrise views Like Mt Everest, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Thamserku, kantega, langtang etc. After the capturing beautiful Mountain views in our Canmera  we will  descend to junbesi via Crossing lamjura pass ( 3600m)  Overnight Lodge
• Trek Ends: Junbensi – Phaplu (2,469m) – 11km/ 4 Hours Today is the last day of the trek. We will continue through a dusty trail along the Junbensi Khola and cross steel suspension bridge to reach Beni Ghat. Further walking through the forest and cultivated fields, we will reach Phaplu. Here we will bid farewell to the majestic Rolwaling region.Overnight at lodge in Phaplu
• Drive from Phaplu – Kathmandu ( 6, 7 Hour by Jeep
  After breakfast, Drive Back to Kathmandu by Jeep.In the evening, join a farewell dinner hosted by Adventure Great Himalaya to celebrate the successful completion of the trek.
• Departure from Nepal
  Our representative will transfer you to Kathmandu International Airport for your way back to your country.