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Pikey Peak Trek
DURATION9 Days | ACTIVITYTrekking | MAX ALTITUDE | TRIP GRADE |
GROUP SIZEMin. 2-14 Pax. | ACCOMODATETea House | TRANSPORTLocal Jeep | BEST SEASONN/A |
Overview
The Pikey Peak Trek is one of the shortest and best Himalayan hiking trails in the Solukhumbu region. This trek is a recently opened trek which gives the most bang for your buck as well as the most adventure in just a few short days. You will appreciate the stunning, all-encompassing views of the different mountains of the Khumbu region including Everest (8848m), Kanchenjunga (8586m), Makalu (8463m), Lhotse (8414m), and many other snow-covered peaks. The outstanding view of sunrise and sunset from the peak gives a unique experience.
Plus, you will experience inviting towns and villages full of Sherpa culture and celebration. Furthermore, you will see a wide variety of landscapes with wildlife, trees, plants, and animals. This is the perfect trek for experienced hikers and travelers, as well as beginners to it all.
What To Expect?
Trekkers will start after reaching Dhap bazar via driving from the capital of Nepal, Kathmandu. Next, we will hike through the lower Khumbu region which provides scenic beauty of the great Himalayas of the world including Mount Everest (8848m).
Pikey Peak trek (4065 m.) offers the view of thick forests decorated with the various colors of rhododendron- the national flower of Nepal, as well as orchids and magnolias. We will also trek through quaint, remote villages rich in Buddhist culture and passion decorated with old monasteries and huge mani walls. The outstanding beauty of the place and shortest route and the panoramic view of the Himalayas attract a number of tourists. Remarkable sunrise and sunset view from pikey peak is another attraction that gives an image of the Everest and Himalayan ranges of the Khumbu region.
Since the trek has the shortest route, we can complete the whole trek within 7-9 days.
Mission Summit’s role
The Pikey Peak Trek can be very accommodating to your group’s capabilities, goals, and time frame. In general, this trek requires you to be of average physical wellness and capable of walking around 5 or 6 hours each day. This trek is typically open year-round, however, winter and spring are the best seasons to go.
Mission Summit Treks is the best company to delivering accommodations and transportation services. Our guides with experience and knowledge have always given trust and comfort to our clients during the trek.
Pikey Peak Trek Itinerary
| Day | Activities | Elevation (m.) | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Kathmandu | 1,324 | - |
| 2 | Fly to Phaplu, Drive to Salleri, and Trek to Ghumti | 2,256 | 3 |
| 3 | Trek to Pikey Base Camp | 3,640 | 8 |
| 4 | Sunrise Hike to Pikey Peak and Trek to Loding | 2,450 | 13 |
| 5 | Trek to Junbesi | 2,700 | 14 |
| 6 | Rest and Exploration Day at Junbesi | 2,700 | - |
| 7 | Trek to Phaplu | 2,469 | 15 |
| 8 | Fly back to Kathmandu (KTM) | 1,324 | - |
| 9 | Final Departure | - | - |
Is this trip Suitable for you?
- Low Risk: It is located in a lower altitude (4065m) in the Everest region and have less chance of altitude sickness. Thus Pikey peak trek is comparatively easier with low risk than other treks in the Everest region.
- Avoid Lukla Flight: We don’t need a Lukla flight for Pikey Peak trek. We can directly go to Salleri or Japre by jeep/ Bus to reach the starting point of the trek.
- Less crowed: Comparatively less number of tourist visits pikey peak then other treks in the Everest region. Thus you will experience a less crowded route in the Everest region during the Pikey peak Trip.
- Budget Friendly: If you are looking for Budget-friendly Trek in Nepal then Pikey Peak Hill is perfect.
- Short and Easy Trek: We categorize Pikey peak trip in short and easy trek in the Everest region of Nepal.
- Mountain View: You will get a beautiful panoramic view of the Mountain including Mount Everest, Mount Cho Oyu, Mount Manaslu, Mount Kanchenjunga, Mt Dhaulagiri, and Annapurna range from the Summit of Pikey Peak.
- Lifestyle & Culture: Pikey Peak trail has not become a commercial trail as compared to other trek in Khumbu region. We can engage with local people and know about their lifestyle norms and values during the trekking through villages.
- No experience required: It is less risk trek in Nepal so we won’t ask about trekking experience. 5-78 age trekkers can do this trek without any problem.
Best Time To Go
The best time for Pikey Peak trek is spring (March, April, May) and autumn (September, October November). Favorable weather with moderate temperature, pleasant views, and greenery makes the trekking a lifetime memory. Always choose the best month of Pikey Peak trekking to avoid slippery trials, leeches, and Rain cover during the trek.
Itinerary
Pikey peak trek begins with your arrival in Kathmandu international airport. Our company member will welcome you in the airport and drop you to hotel. After having rest you can do your shopping and enjoy the dinner with company member in cultural restaurant.
Kathmandu to Salleri distance is 125Km. To cover this distance we will get ready early in the morning and start our journey from 7:00am. It takes around 9 hours to reach Salleri from Kathmandu. Starting the drive from busy and crowded city, we will reach to the peaceful surrounding of Everest region. The fresh environment, Sherpa villages and greenery retain the tiredness of whole day drive. We will spend overnight in Salleri.
After having breakfast we will start our trekking towards Pikey peak base camp. The uphill and downhill trials and reduced forest makes our trekking amazing. Salleri to Pikey peak distance is around 12 Kilometer. It takes around 7 hours to reach base camp of Pikey peak. Enjoying the mountain view, forest trial and biodiversity of Khumbu region we will reach Pikey peak base camp. The trial from Salleri to base camp is easier as compared with difficult uphill's from Japre.
We will wake up early in the morning and start hiking towards Pikey peak, Our target will be to reach Pikey peak before sunrise. We can enjoy the amazing view of rising sun and its rays falling on Mt Everest (8848m), Kanchenjunga (8586m), Makalu (8463m), Lhotse (8414m), Cho Oyu (8201m), Manaslu (8163m), Annapurna I (8091m) from east to west. After spending around an hour in Pikey peak we will descend down towards Loding village. Have our Lunch and take rest.
Leaving Loding village behind us we will trek towards another beautiful village Juunbesi. After having breakfast we will hike through lush forest, terraced farmland and Sherpa villages. We will get knowledge regarding to Sherpa culture and their life style and explore different monasteries on the way to Junbesi.
To enjoy the trekking period of Pikey peak trek and giving rest to our body we will stay in Junbesi. After having breakfast we will hike to view point for enjoying the entire view of Himalayas with Mt. Everest. We will return down to tea house and explore Thupten Choling monastery, Junbesi Monastery and local life.
After having breakfast in Junbesi we will trek to Phaplu. The last day of trekking begins through amazing landscapes in Everest region with small villages rich in Sherpa culture. We can interact with local people and know the way of Himalayan life as well. We will reach Phaplu after 4, 5 hours of walk.
Depending on the body condition and we will return back to Kathmandu either on bus/jeep or Flight. We prefer sharing jeep for budget trek to Pikey peak but we can customize the Pikey peak trek depending on your demand. Flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu is takes only 30 minute. In case you want to explore more from Eastern to Central Nepal then you we can return back to Kathmandu on Jeep as in our budget trek.
After reaching Kathmandu we will check into hotel and take rest. You can prepare for returning back to your country and do shopping in Thamel Bazzar.
Depending on your flight time our company member will drop you to airport. You will receive your certificate of trekking and warm farewell a night before leaving country Nepal.
COST INCLUDES
THIS TRIP INCLUDES
- Airport pickup and drop by private car/Van/Bus
- Two night **star Category accommodation in Kathmandu on Bed n breakfast
- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and Kathmandu
- Three meals a (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
- All accommodations during the trek. (Toilet will be outside from your room)
- All necessary paper works Everest National park entry permit
- Trekking information management system (Tims) permit
- A helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, well English speaking trained, government license holder guide With all his salary, food, drinks and insurance.
- Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available)
- All government taxes and office expenses.
- Trekking route map
- Domestic Airport tax
THIS TRIP EXCLUDES
- Nepal entry visa fee $40
- International airfare/Your Travel insurance
- Lunch/ Dinner in Kathmandu
- Meniral water/bottles drinks/Sweets things during the trek
- Hot shower/Battery charge /WI-FI for camera during the trek
- Tips for guide
Cost and Date
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FAQs
The difficulty level of the Pikey Peak Trek is easy. You can complete the trek after walking 4 days. The trekking route to Pikey Peak is easy compared to other trekkings like Island peak climbing, Everest base camp trek, Gokyo Chola pass trek, and many more trekking in the Everest region. You can get amazing views of most of the popular mountain peaks of Nepal i.e. Mt. Everest, Annapurna, Makalu, Dhaulagiri, and Kanchenjunga.
It takes 4 days to reach Pikey Peak. The first day will be your arrival day, the next day you should drive to Salleri. Trekking starts on 3rd day. You will reach Pikey Peak base Camp and on 4th day you will reach Pikey Peak.
Yes, Pikey Peak trial is completely safe. Beginners to experienced trekkers can easily do Pikey Peak trekking under the guidance of trekking company.
Yes, you can trek to Pikey peak without guide but you should know the trekking route properly.
Yes, you can see a clear view of Mount Everest from Pikey Peak. Not only Mount Everest we can see the numerous peaks and mountains located in Central Himalaya.
The elevation of Pikey Peak is 4065m/13336.61ft.
Pikey Peak is located at 27°32'2.09"N and 86°28'27.93" E at Lower Khumbu region in an elevation of 4065m.
Yes, you can book a private trip to Pikey peak. You can book the trip by filling the inquiry form available in the website of the trekking company. You should deposit 15% of the total amount to confirm your booking.
No, it is not cold like EBC trek because Pikey peak is located in lowest elevation than EBC trekking route.