Pikey Peak with Great View of Mt Everest 

The Pikey Peak Trek is an off-beaten trekking route in the Solukhumbu region of Nepal. Pikey Peak is situated at an altitude of 4,065 meters (13,335 feet). Local Sherpa Clan Deity  Pikey Peak represents the sky above nature. The trail to Pikey Peak is covered with lush forests of rhododendron, oak, and pine.

Pikey Peak trek offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan Mountain range, we will have incredible views of Mt. Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Annapurna, Gaurishankar, Lhotse, Nuptse, Numbur, Sishapangma, Thamserku, and Mera Peak. On a clear day, you can see all eight 8000-meter peaks of Nepal from Pikey Peak.

Highlights

• Beautiful view Sir Edmund Hillary called this one of the best views of  Mt. Everest (the highest point on the planet).
• Moderate Trail: The Pikey Peak Trek is suitable for people of all ages with a reasonable level of fitness. 
• Cultural Experience: The trail passes through several traditional Sherpa and Rai villages, Experience the beautiful local culture, lifestyle, and hospitality.
• Buddhist Monasteries:  The trail passes through the ancient Buddhist monasteries along the way, such as the Thupten Chholing Monastery and Chiwong Monastery, In Chiwong Monastery annual Mani Rimdu festival is celebrated on the full moon night of the 9th month of the Tibetan Lunar calendar
• Wildlife and Nature: The trekking route passes through beautiful forests, lush green valleys, and rhododendron-filled hills, providing an opportunity to spot various flora and fauna, including musk deer, pheasants, and Himalayan birds.
• Best Time to Visit: The best time to trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. 

Day 1:  Arrival 

On the day of your arrival, we will be there to pick you up from the airport and check you into your hotel. After that, you can take a rest, as you will probably be tired because of the long flight. If you arrive early, after taking some rest, you can walk around the places near your hotel and freshen up.

Day 2: Trek preparation 

On the second day, we will rise early and have breakfast, and the tour guide will brief you on your travel plans. Then we will begin our journey. We will first go to Swayambhu Maha Chaitya. We will arrange all the required travel permits before we head to explore Patan Darwar Square.

Day 3: Kathmandu to Dhap (2900 m) 6-8 hours

Dhap,  a hill station in the lower Himalayan range. From the top of Dhap, you will see beautiful sunset. The drive you take around 8 hours from Kathmandu. Passing views

We will drive along the Sunkoshi River till Ghurmi then start ascending. The beautiful small hamlets, vehicles, the countryside, forests, and hilly roads, connecting rivers will reach of top of the hill. The cool breeze and mountains welcome you to Dhap.

In the evening climb viewpoint to enjoy speculator mountain ecology. 

Day 4: Dhap to Jhapre (2930 m) 4-5 hours

From Dhap, we follow the trail to Jhapre. Today is an easy walking day. En route, we will taste local products, experience rural life, and see the majestic mountains and surrounding hills.

There are Buddhist monasteries along the trail where Buddhism is practised.

Day 5: Jhapre to Pikey Peak Base Camp (3600 m) 6-7 hours

We trek from Jhapre to Pike Peak Base (3600 m) by ascending and descending a stone steep and forest with Majestic Mountains and surrounding hills.

We will enjoy the natural landscapes in the evening.

Day 6: Pikey Peak Base Camp to  Jase Bhanjayang 

Before sunrise, we will climb for around 1 hour to reach Pikey Peak. With an incredible view of Mount Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Gauri Shankar, and other mountains, the sunrise and changing reflections add the magic that will remain forever in our memories.

We'll have breakfast at Pikey Base Camp. After breakfast, we will be able to follow various return points according to our available days and travel itinerary.

Day 7: Jase Bhanjayang to  Junbesi (2932 m) 

After breakfast, we will continue our journey through the forest. later we will walk in the meadow. We wiil have lunch at Taktor. After lunch, we will continue our journey toward Junbesi by the wide dirt road. Before reaching Junbesi,  we visit Thupten Choling Monastery. 

Day 8: Junbesi  - Phaplu

 We continue our walk until we reach Phaplu. Phalplu is a major town in Solukhumbu and eastern Nepal.

 After breakfast, we will descend a dusty trail to cross the Junbesi Khola ( river). From here we will reach Beni Ghat. We will continue to Phaplu. Alternatively, we can catch a vehicle to reach early so we could enjoy local cuisine and drink.

Day 9: Drive from Phaplu to Kathmandu (8–10 hours) or a 25-minute scenic flight 

  Subject to availability w can take a 25-minute scenic flight back to Kathmandu. The road journey will take around 8-10 hours. From Dhap the way back is the same as the one we took to reachDhap.

Alternatively, we could return via Jiri. The newly maintained Jeep track will take you to the sleepy, majestic town of Jiri, once a gate to Everest and popularly known as the Switzerland of Nepal. ( Additional Day is required )

Day 10: Kathmandu

Rest Day. Free day  

In the evening we will have a farewell dinner to celebrate your beautiful journey with us.  

Day 11: Onwards

On the day of departure, we will help you get to the airport 3 hours before your flight time. Hopefully, this won't be the end of the journey and we will see you again in the future.