Trekking

Pikey Peak Trek

Solukhumbu

Duration

11D, 10N

Start / End

kathmandu to kathmandu

Meals

Breakfast dinner & lunch

Grade

Easy

Stay

Basic Tea House Lodge and Camping

Best Season

March-May, Sept-Nov

Max Altitude

4065m

Group Size

1-8pax

Transport

Land+Flight

Overview Highlights Itinerary Trekking Map Altitude Profile Inclusions Equipment FAQ

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Overview

The Pikey Peak Trek is a unique destination located in the Himalayan region of Nepal, where visitors can have the opportunity to view the world's highest mountain, Mount Everest. The Pikey comes as a mountain peak located on an altitude of 4,067 meters in the region of Everest. It is one of the prominent mountains of the Solukhumbu district of Nepal. The Pike Peak trekking trail is reportedly a newly introduced trekking route in the Everest region, offering an opportunity to escape the crowds and immerse oneself in a comfortable and peaceful trekking atmosphere. Additionally, the Pike Hill trek not only provides an isolated trekking experience but also offers fellow trekkers magnificent mountain views, including Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Numbur, Mt. Gaurishankar, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Makalu, and others. Likewise, the viewpoint from Pikey Peak is mesmerizing and renowned for its incredible sunrise and sunset views. Even according to legend, Sir Edmund Hillary considered Pikey Peak his favorite vantage point for viewing the beauty of Mount Everest and witnessing the perfect sunrise and sunset. The 360-degree mountain view from the Summit is something to appreciate from the Pikey peak. On the other hand, Pikey Peak is derived from the two titles of the deity of the Sherpa and Tamang communities, which is also known as Pikey Lhachu or Pikey Hlapchen Karbu. The locals of the Solukhumbu region host a festival every July to worship this deity, who is believed to control the weather. Now, the Pikey Hill trek is an excellent addition to the Everest trekking region for those who wish to witness the breathtaking panoramic views of snow-capped mountains. Likewise, the Pikey Peak Trekking Route is relatively easy and suitable for all age groups interested in trekking. The trek is doable throughout the year; however, the best experience is during spring and Autumn, when the weather is moderate and the surrounding area is warm, providing a comfortable walking experience. Similarly, most of the trekking route to Pikey Peak is filled with traditional villages that offer the opportunity to immerse oneself in the culture, tradition, and festivals, giving insight into the Himalayan lifestyle. The trek to Pikey Peak includes serene walks through forested areas, where you can view exotic flora and fauna. Trekkers can see a landscape filled with pink and red rhododendrons, cascading waterfalls, free-flowing rivers, a layered hilly terrain, and towering snow-capped peaks that lead towards the Pikey Peak Summit. Trekkers can also observe the significant influence of Buddhism and Hinduism along the route. Chortens, mani walls, prayer wheels, temples, prayer flags, monasteries, and other highlights are visible throughout the area. One of the main highlights of the Pikey Peak area is a visit to the Thupten Choling Monastery, a historic Buddhist monastery in the region. The Monastery is located in Junbesi along the Pikey Peak Trekking Itinerary. Kyabje Trulshik Rinpoche established the Monastery in the 1960s, and it has since evolved into a community retreat that welcomes individuals from all around the world to experience the rich culture and traditions of the Everest Region.

Highlights

Catch a glimpse of the sunrise over the Himalayas from Pikey Peak

Trek through the beautiful pine forests and small villages of Nepal

Visit monasteries and enjoy views of Numbur Himal and the Everest range

Explore Phaplu town and monastery and learn about the Sherpa culture

Enjoy a scenic drive through the mid-hills of Nepal to the Pikey region

Itinerary (11D, 10N)

Trekking Map

Altitude Profile

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

All airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle (for international and domestic flights).
Welcome to dinner in an authentic restaurant.
02-night twin/double-sharing accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star hotel (Kathmandu Guest House/Hotel Thamel Park/Hotel Moonlight or similar) in Kathmandu
Kathmandu to Dhap Bazaar and Phaplu to Kathmandu by shared vehicle
National Park entrance fee and Trekkers’ Information Management System(TIMS) card.
Highly experienced, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English-speaking, well-trained, government license-holding guide and climbing sherpa. The price includes his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport, and insurance.
02 guests to 01 porter with their insurance, salary, food, accommodation, and equipment.
Your cost includes insurance, wages, food, and lodging for your guide and porter. We take excellent care of our guides and porters; they are like family.
Twin/double shearing is the best available accommodation in the mountain during trekking and a tented camp during climbing.
There are three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner (you can choose food from the tea house menu as you like.), and tea or coffee during trekking and climbing.
All the necessary climbing equipment.
First-aid kit and first-aid services.
Trekking Planner’s sleeping bag, down jackets, T-shirts, caps, duffle bags, and city and trekking route maps, if necessary.
Arrangement for emergency evacuation service (you should have insurance for emergency evacuation, which will be paid for by your travel insurance company).
Use an oxygen meter to check your pulse, oxygen saturation, and heart rate twice daily during the trek (very useful for checking altitude mountain sickness (AMS) and symptoms). This helps ensure your trek is in the safest hands possible.
One-hour complimentary spa or massage in Kathmandu after the trek.
All applicable government and local taxes per the itinerary.

What's Excluded

Nepal Visa fee.
International airfare to and from Kathmandu
Dinner and lunch in Kathmandu.
Personal travel and health Insurance, Insurance for helicopter evacuation.
Extra night accommodation and lunch and dinner in the city because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (for any reason) then the scheduled itinerary.
Personal expenses (phone calls, baggage charge, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).
Tips to the trekking crews and drive.
Extra expenses due to flight delays, strikes, weather conditions, or any event out of our control.
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