Standard price
Min 2 Person base:
$450USD
- Trek Duration
7 Days + – - Accomodations
Tea House Trek - Max Altitude
4036 Meters - Trekkers Numbers
1-18 but Flexible - Best Time of Year
Spring and Autumn - Trek Difficulty
Easy - Price: 450 or + –
Pikey Peak trek
Pikey peak trek is one of the shortest trek to see the Everest Himalayan Range. Trekkers can see the Mt Everest, Mt Nuptse, Mt Lhotse, Mt Numbur, Mt Dorje Lakpa, Mt Makalu, Mt Kanchenjunga and many other peaks. Moreover from Annapurna range to Kanchenjunga Rnage peaks are visible from this view points.
Pikey Peak Trek is a newly introduced but most beautiful trekking route in a rural part of Nepal. It is also known as the lower Everest trekking because it allows seeing all the Mountains of Everest region. The highest point of this trek is around 4000 Meter, 13,120 Feet from the sea level ie Pikey peak viewpoint which allows you to see the Everest, Choyou, Makalu and many other splendid mountains with a very perfect and close view.
Pikey peak is one of the best hill station of Nepal which gives magnificent panoramic view of Mountains including Mt. Everest. The pikey peak route is less popular as compared to other trekking routes of Everest but nowadays it has been gaining the popularity and a lot of travelers are noticing these routes as their trekking destination. Looking to the magnificent views of countryside landscape, local cultures, Sherpa people, Monastery you will enjoy the spectacular view of Himalayas.
Trek to Pikey peak trekking gives you an excellent view of sunrise and sunset over the mountain. The trek trail passes through the several local villages, a small settlement, sheep shelter, yak shelter, the alpine forest which includes the seasonal rhododendron and different types of flowers where you will certainly enjoy your hike. The trek is suitable for anyone who cannot go to such a high altitude is very appropriate.
Looking to the local people their lifestyle and amazing cultures the trek consist for 8 – 12 days including arrival to departures and it also varies with a route that you choose. If you have a short time frame but want to explore the beauty of Everest then you can choose this one which gives you an excellent chance to enjoy the less traffic trekking trails with the superb views of Everest Himalayan Ranges. The view is amazing if the weather is good, every day you will see the numerous peaks but with some distance.
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Pikey Peak Trek Highlights
Here are some pikey peak trek highlights which are mentioned here below while you go to do pikey peak trek.- Explore the unpopular trekking routes
- Find out the different ethnic groups unique culture and tradition including Sherpa people, Sherpa is known as mountain people.
- Amazing landscape of Lower Everest region. Ever smiling local people hospitality.
- Cultural exchange due to home stay.
- Amazing views of the highest peaks such as Mount Everest, Mount Makalu, Lhotse, Makalu, Choyou etc.
- Visiting different ancient and beautiful monasteries of the lower Khumbu region.
Best time to do Pikey Peak Trek
The trek experience depends on the weather, if the weather is very good then you may be able to enjoy the trek at the maximum level if the sky is clear then you can see the mountain and hill as well as landscape very well. Whereas if the weather becomes bad then it will not be a good experience anymore. We recommend you to do this trek on a very good time to get the best experience. Here in Nepal, we have a different trekking season, here we have explained in what season what would be the weather, as well as temperatures, look like as well as our recommendations.
Autumn Season
This is the best season to trek in Nepal and every trek of Nepal. The weather generally remains clear whole day. The temperature is neither cool nor hot in the countryside whereas if you go to the trekking at high altitude it is quite colder. The autumn season is best to do trek because on that time there are no chances of Rainfall and the landscape also becomes green due to plantation of different crops. You can enjoy your trekking very much; you will be delighted to visit Nepal in this season.
Spring Season
This is the second-best season to trek in Nepal after the autumn season. This is also known as a flower blooming season where you would see the colourful rhododendron while trekking to the Himalayas. The weather remains good only sometimes the rainfall might happen, apart from that the weather would be fine generally. Everest climbing season is spring season most of the climber get the summit of Mt. Everest in this season so it is a very good time to visit Nepal. You can do trek anywhere in Nepal with superb weather. Everest Base camp, Annapurna circuit, Manaslu circuit will be quite busier this time. We recommend you to do Pikey peak at this time.
Monsoon season
Rainy time, definitely not a good time to visit because of poor visibility as well as continues rainfall everywhere. The flooding and landslide is a common problem at this time. Continuous rainfall means there is very less chance to see the mountain. You can not enjoy your trek on this time. There would be some leeches along the trekking trail. We don’t recommend you to do the trek on this time however there are some trekking trails which will be good to do on this time as well. Mustang trek and upper Dolpo are the treks you can also do in monsoon time.
Winter season
Coldest time of the year, snowfalls in the mountain is common, cold temperatures is an obstacle for the trekkers, you can not see the good views always. If you are lucky then you can see for a short period of time. Trekking in High Altitude is not recommended on this time. Poon Hill Trek and Pikey peak trek can be done even in this time but there is no 100% guarantee that you can see the mountains.
Step-3: Know more about Pikey peak trekking
It is very important to take the Information before you start, here is some information which might be very important for you.
- If you are going to trek then you must calculate yourself weather you will be able to do such a big hike or not, you need to know about the trek grade, distance, how much walk should you walk in a day, how much up and down. This is Moderate grade trek. Know about the grade of trek
- Get Some Information About altitude mountain sickness, It is very good idea to collect more information about altitude mountain sickness before you go. In mountain there is no internet, so get some information of
- If you are wondering to get the visa of Nepal, then you can either get in your country or even in Nepal Airport. Here is information about
- For Trek you need to bring enough gear, Without Proper gear, you can not do the trek comfortably, or the equipment you bring is unnecessary, then it is only carrying things to you so get the proper equipment from here.
Pikey peak weather
Pikey peak weather depends on the time you trek over there. Since it is the lower part of the Everest, if the Everest region gets cloud it also gets the clouds. The hillsides may remain sunny but the mountainside can be blocked with clouds more often if you go there on off-season time. That is the reason we recommend you to do this trek on Autumn season and Spring season. During this time the pikey peak weather remains always good apart from some time.
pikey peak trek difficulty
You may be wondering about pikey peak trek difficulty. If so, Pikey peak is neither the challenging trek nor the difficult one. Due to its lower elevation, most of the people can do it without any difficulty. If the trekkers / Hikers can walk 5-6 hours per day then you can do it very comfortably. But the ups and downs are very common. The Highest Elevation you will gain in this trek 4065 meter, which is a viewpoint, due to lower elevation it is not that difficult to trek.
Pikey peak trek trek route
There are following pikey peak trek route which you can do as per your time and duration here in Nepal.| Days | Description of Itinerary | Altitude | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Kathmandu | 1350 Meter | Your time |
| 2 | Drive to Dhap then Trek to Japre | 9580 ft (2920 m) | Whole Day |
| 3 | Japre to Pikey Base Camp trekking | 11,942 ft (3640 m) | 6-7 hr |
| 4 | Sunrise view at Pikey Peak then Trek to Loding | 8,251 ft (2515 m) | 8-9 hr |
| 5 | Trek from Loding to Junbesi | 8,774 ft (2675 m) | 6-7 hr |
| 6 | Trek from Junbesi to Taksindu | 9711 ft (2960 m) | 5 – 6 hr |
| 7 | Trek from Taksindu to Phaplu | 8067 ft (2459 m) | 5 – 6 hr |
| 8 | Fly To Kathmandu | 1350 Meter | |
| 9 | Departure |
there is another pikey peak trek route, have a look here
| Days | Description of Itinerary | Altitude | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Kathmandu | 1350 Meter | Your time |
| 2 | Drive to Shivalaya | 1,700 M, 5,576 Ft | 8-9 hr |
| 3 | Trek to Bhandar from Shivalaya | 2200 M, 7,216 Ft | 7-8 hr |
| 4 | Trek to Namkheli from Bhandar | 2300 M, 7,544 Ft | 7-8 hr |
| 5 | Trek to Ggamor Gompa to Pikey Danda | 4,065 M, 13,333 Ft | 8-9 hr |
| 6 | Pikey Danda to Junbesi | 2675 M, 8,774 Ft | 6-7 hr |
| 7 | Junbesi to Sete from Lamazura La pass | 2575 M, 8,446 Ft | 6-7 hr |
| 8 | Trek Sete to Bhandar (2,200m) 5/6 hours walk, overnight at Lodge | 2200 M, 7,216 Ft | 5-6 hr |
| 9 | Trek to Shivalaya | 1,700 M, 5,576 Ft | 6-7 hr |
| 10 | Drive to Kathmandu | 1350 M, 4,428 Ft | 7-8 hr |
| 11 | Departure |
Pikey peak trek itinerary
- Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu 1350 Meter
- Day 02: Drive to Dhap stay at Dhap, 2,830 M, 9,282 ft takes about 8-9 Hour
- Day 03: Trek to Jhapre, 2920 M, 9577 ft takes 6-7 Hour
- Day 04: Jhapre to Bulbule, 3250 M, 10,660 ft takes about 6-7 Hour
- Day 05: Trek to pikey peak, 3640 M, 11,942 ft, time 6-7 Hour
- Day 06: Pikey peak to Goli Gapchung, 2360 M, 7,740 ft, time 5-6 hour
- Day 07: Trek to Bhandar, 2200 M, 7,216 ft, 5-6 Hour
- Day 08: Drive to Kathmandu
Pikey peak trek cost includes
- Kathmandu international airport transfer by private vehicles.
- 2 night’s twin sharing on tourist standard accommodation in Kathmandu
- Meals on full board: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner each day during the trekking days
- Guest house basis trekking accommodation while on trekking days
- Transportation to go trek and come back
- Fully escorted trek with fluent English speaking license holder local guide and each 2 guest 1 Porter basis
- Annapurna conservation Area Project Permits
- Seasonal Fruits if possible
- First Aid Box
- TIMS Permit
- All land transportation as per written on above itinerary
- Food and accommodation and salary of Nepali trekking staffs
Cost excludes
- Nepal entry visa fee cost US$ 40.
- Lunch and Dinner during the staying in Kathmandu and Pokhara city.
- Any kinds of battery charges, laundry service, phone calls and hot shower during the trekking.
- Personal trekking equipment and Clothing.
- Personal nature expenses, any drinks and bar bills.
- Your travel insurance (it is mandatory in case of emergency).
- Any donation and monuments entrance fees.
- Tips for the crew (Note : TIPS is not compulsory but highly expected)
- Any other things which are not mentioned above
Frequently asked question Regarding Pikey Peak trek
Here we have noticed some question from the trekkers before they go to Trek, We have put some answer here, if this does not satisfy your answer please do question us
Which is the best time for pikey peak trek?
October, November and March, April is the best time to trek pikey peak, However May, September and December till 15 You can do, if you are lucky enough, you can see the good view of Everest Himalayan Range
How long walk per day and how difficult is pikey peak trek
You are required to walk 6-7 Hours per day, It is the easiest trek in the Everest Region and there is no such a pass and very high point to be. The maximum height is 4036 meters on the Pikey peak view point and you spent the night on pikey peak base camp which is 3660 Meters
How many days required for the Pikey peak trek
Pikey peak trek can be done in 6,7 and 8 days
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This is one of the short and easy trek in Lower Everest Region
You can see the magnificent Himalayas including Mt.Everest, Mt.Choyou, Mt. Makalu and many other peaks
Sherpa people and their unique Sherpa culture
Big Opportunity of Local home stay and cultural exchange