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Pikey Peak Trekking

Pikey peak trekking in Nepal is one of the most rewarding trekking routes in terms of views of sunrise, sunset and beautiful scenery. Sir Edmund Hillary acclaimed the view from Pikey Peak to be his favourite from anywhere else in Nepal.

This region was recently opened for tourists as the trekking place, It is located in the lowland of the Everest region name as Solukhumbu at the altitude of 4,068m. Pikey's actual pronunciation “Pee Kay” is named by the Sherpas as it has two summits, one is Goley Pikey and another Chawa Pikey both names of the peak were inspired by Sherpa clan deity.

Pikey Peak Trek is popular to see the dazzling views of sunrise, sunset and breathtaking views of the Himalayas including Mt. Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Gauri Shanker, Lhotse Shar, Numbe, Khatang, Karyalung, Annapurna, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Shisapangma, Thamserku and Mera Peak. Due to the lowland and good altitude, Pikey Peak Trek can be done by anyone in a short period of time. In the interim, we can see the old monasteries, mani walls, stone and Buddhist Stupa at Kerung.

The Thupten Chholing Monastery is one of the oldest monasteries in the Solukhumbu District of Sagarmatha. Through this Pikey Peak Trek during the festival season in August, Sherpa people walk to the lake for the festival from the village to all around the Solukhumbu and in July there always be a celebration as the locals worship their clan gods.

Pikey Peak is considered as the best point to witness Everest. The sunrise and sunset view over the peaks is so magical to behold. You would love the culture, lifestyle and the bio-diversity of this region. The autumn and the spring are the best seasons to go for Pikey Peak Trek when the weather is clear and wonderful.

Take on this Pikey Peak Trek in Nepal with Swotah Travel and Adventure.

Trip Code

PPT22

Starts

Phalpu

Finishes

Phalpu

Duration

12 Days

Difficulty

Moderate

Group-Size

2 - 7

Age

Minimum 18

Seasons

Mar-May,Sep-Oct

Elevation

4070 m/ 13353ft

Trip View

2115

Activities

Trekking

Travel Style

Comfortable

Trip popularity

TRIP FACTS

  • Pikey Peak is located at the altitude of 4,065m.
  • Pikey Hilltop is also popular for its stunning sunrise and sunset views over the Himalayas.
  • Explore typical Sherpa community and culture.
  • Incredible views of Nepal Himalayas such as Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse, Mount Makalu, Mount Manaslu, Mount Nuptse, Mount Kanchenjunga, Mount Annapurna, Mount Shishapangma, Mount Ama Dablam, Mount Numbur, Khatang, Mera Peak, Lhotse Shar, Gauri Shankar, Thamserku and many other.
  • The dramatic scenery of mountains, mani walls, Buddhist Stupas, landscapes, Himalayan flora and fauna, ethnic settlements, splendid high altitude vegetation, and ancient monasteries.

Why this Trip

A short day trek in the lowland of the Everest region is one of the popular treks nowadays as from there we can get stunning views of mountains, sunrise, and sunset. This trek is also a great chance to observe the old monasteries, the culture and traditions of Sherpa people.

Trip Notes

  • •We reserve the right to change and that the program may be reversed. Things can happen that make it impossible to meet them as planned. If any meeting or plan would not be feasible, we always try to find an equivalent alternative. In Nepal, you always have a plan B and C!
  • •What follows is a general flow of events. Expect the unexpected and prepare to be flexible
  • •A trekking permit is a must to travel to controlled areas. Permit, however, is issued only to groups. Individual trekkers will not be issued trekking permit.

Location

Pikey Peak Trekking map

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Brief Itinerary

As you land at the Tribhuwan International Airport, our representative will be there to meet you and escort to the hotel. In the evening we meet for dinner at a cultural restaurant and discuss the itinerary.

Meal:

  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Hotel

Activities:

  • Airport transfer
  • Cultural dinner
Today soon after breakfast, we start our sightseeing of Kathmandu. It is a fascinating city comprising 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Get ready to see 4-5 of them according to your preference.

Meal:

  • Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Hotel

Activities:

  • Kathmandu Valley sightseeing
Today we take a flight from Kathmandu to Phaplu which takes about 30 minutes. After landing we start our first day of trek towards the Salleri. Passing through the local market of Salleri and observing the local monasteries we reach it after 5 hours walk.

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Guesthouse

Activities:

  • Flight to Phaplu
Leaving the Salleri we move ahead to Dorpu. It takes 6 hours and on the way, we can see the Tamang, Magar and Sherpa culture. Among this, we can also enjoy the mountain's view.

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Guesthouse

Activities:

  • Trekking
Walking 8 hours from the Dorpu, we reach today’s destination at Kerung-Pattale. This village is surrounded by the mixed culture of Tamang, Magar, Sherpa and others. In the Kerung we can also visit the Mani Walls, old monasteries, and a Buddhist Stupa.

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Guesthouse

Activities:

  • Trekking
We begin our today’s trek towards Jhapre. From Kerung/Pattale we walk for about 6 hours. During this day, we pass through the wild orchids and also can see the views of mountains, a different culture of the local people.

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Guesthouse

Activities:

  • Trekking
To reach today’s destination, we walk 6 hours from the Jhapre. From there we can see the marvellous mountains, mainly you can observe the Mt. Everest view and different flora and fauna. In this area, we can also see yak herding in different places. This area is suitable for a mountain bike race and marathon which take place there every year.

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Guesthouse

Activities:

  • Trekking
We trek back to Junbesi. From Pikey Danda, it takes 5 hours by walking through a unique landscape. From this trekking path, we can see the amazing sunset in the evening. Today we stop at the Junbesi and stay there for overnight;

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Guesthouse

Activities:

  • Trekking
Today we take some rest at Junbesi and after lunch, we go to visit the oldest Thuptenchholing monasteries as there we can also observe traditional Tibetan medical therapy.

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Guesthouse

Activities:

  • Cultural exploration
  • Night show
We trek back to Phaplu from Junbesi. It takes 6 hours to reach there. Reaching there we can also see the local culture and enjoy last day in the mountains.

Meal:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Guesthouse

Activities:

  • Trekking
Early morning after breakfast, we take a flight and come back to Kathmandu. After 35 minutes of flight, we reach and proceed directly to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own or relax in a spa.

Meal:

  • Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Hotel

Activities:

  • Flight to Kathmandu
Our representative will drop you at the airport for your safe flight to the homeland 3hrs before the departure.

Meal:

  • Breakfast

Accommodation:

Activities:

  • Airport transfer

FAQS

Pikey peak is not a technically difficult peak to climb, but you need good stamina and energy to climb it. Even though Pikey peak can be climbed without any previous climbing experience, you need to know how to use the climbing equipment and gears. At Base Camp, our guide also helps you to how to use that equipment so you don’t need to worry about that.
Yes, you shouldn’t worry about this. As you arrive, our representative will be standing outside the airport terminal. You'll be directly transferred to the hotel.
For nights in cities, we use standard/superior standard/deluxe rooms whereas, during the trek we use lodges/tea houses/guesthouses/home stay for our clients, and whatever is available and accessible. We also arrange sleeping bags for our clients, on their request. For this expedition, accommodation will be tented camp.
To confirm your booking, a deposit of $200 or 15% of total trip cost is required if you are booking at least a year in advance before trip departure date. If booking is made less than 100 days before the trip departure, you'll need to pay 20% to confirm the trip, if before two months, 25% of the total trip cost will need to be paid and if booked between 30-60 days, 50% of the total trip cost needs to be paid and finally, if you are booking 30 days prior to trip departure, then 100% payment should be made. The payments can be easily made by the bank transfer or Western Union Money transfer. The due balance is payable on arrival in Kathmandu with cash (preferably USD/EURO) or card on POS/credit card machine. Please note that non refundable fee is 10% or $200 whichever is greater.
You have to pay the remaining balance after arriving in Kathmandu either by cash or through credit card, before we start our adventure.
During the trek, you will get clean and hygienic food. Our cooks and helpers will cook the special meals.
There are plenty of water stations on each stop on the route. You can easily fill up the bottle from the open taps. We recommend that you bring water purifier tablets with you or at least get it from Kathmandu before you depart for trekking. You can also buy mineral waters but we usually recommend tap water which is pure and it helps us not promoting plastic bottled water.
We mostly use the comfortable and efficient vehicle so that you may not get a problem during the ride. We use private or tourist vehicle for sightseeing in the Kathmandu. Depending on the nature or group sized, we use cars, minibus, vans or jeep for travelling along the narrow and bumpy roads of Nepal. Mostly we use AC vehicles for your comfort. For domestic flight from Kathmandu to Phaplu to Kathmandu, we use Tara air, Yeti air, and Goma air which are the popular domestic airlines in Nepal.
February, March, April, May, June, September and October are the best months to climb Pikey Peak.
Usually, we have to walk about 6 to 8 hours a day. But it shouldn't be taken as certain thing. Because the walking hour really depend on client's speed. So it's really relative.
Yes, the trekking guides working in our company are the certified license holders and they also have received high altitude first aid training from KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Education Project).
Our guides are well trained; they carry the first aid box for emergency. You also take some medicine box for your personal use.
Yes, our climbing guides are well trained and have got the license from the Nepal Mountaineering Association. They are experienced with many mountains above 6000 m to 7000 m and also some of them have experienced the 8000 m peaks.
It's always a good idea to book on your own. But we can also help you booking your flight in case of request.
In some villages, it is possible to charge the devices, but it costs extra to charge the camera and other electronic equipments. It usually costs between $3-$6 per hour. So it's expensive. The best idea is to bring a power bank.
Yes, for the first few days, it's possible to have telephonic communication. In some villages, you can make local and international calls from telephone provided by the guesthouse owner after paying the price directly to them. In higher altitude regions, we usually have satellite phones with our Sherpas or Guides.
You can use a credit card only at Kathmandu. As outside the Kathmandu valley, you have to use the cash so change your currency into the Nepalese Rupees before the trekking.
There are no hidden costs in our itineraries. Therefore you don't need to carry much, but everything that's not mentioned on itinerary for example extra cup of tea, coffee, charging electrical appliances, can cost you extra. Therefore, we recommend you to keep at least $20-$50 per day for your personal expenses.
Yes, you can add the extra days as per your wish, but for the extra day, you will have to pay the additional cost to cover guides, porters, accommodation and food.
Definitely we will provide you porter, or yak as per the condition. Besides your personal bag and the water bottle which will be frequently needed for you, they must be carried by you and remaining will be carried by our porter or yak.
The hotel in Kathmandu does provide the free storage services. So you can leave the clothes which are not necessary for the trekking. The best way is to save it in our office store room which is equally safe.
Usually, we rent a sleeping bag which is good for -10 degree Celsius or -20 degree Celsius. In case the sleeping bag is not warm enough for you, we'll also provide you the extra blanket.
During trek, please use comfortable and flexible dress. While trekking during the day at lower altitudes, lightweight trekking trousers and T-shirts are recommended. It's always a good idea to carry a waterproof jacket and some warmer clothing with you though as mountain weather is notoriously unpredictable. For the cold nights, thermal underwear, a warm fleece jacket and even a down jacket will help to keep you warm. Good shoes are of great importance. They must be comfortable. For higher altitude treks where you may have to tread snow for long hours, good boots are available for rent in Kathmandu. For mountaineering, you will require special clothes that can be bought or hired from us.
Yes, of course you can change the lodge if you don’t feel comfortable at one place, but it really depends on the availability of the lodges. During the peak season, the possibilities of changing the lodges are low.
We will send our potters to reserve the lodges before we reach there.
No vaccinations are compulsory in the Himalaya, but we do recommend you are covered for Diphtheria & TB, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Malaria, Typhoid, Polio and Tetanus. We also recommend: •A dental check-up prior to traveling that you know your blood group in case of emergency. If you have any pre-existing medical conditions which might affect you on tour, you make these known to your tour leader and Swotah travelers at the time of your booking.
We make sure to take security measures during climbing to make your expedition successful. We hire experienced and authorized Guides/Sherpas to safeguard your life in the mountains. We strongly recommend that you follow the guide’s instruction with utmost care.
No, there will not be any problem as mostly at the high altitude, we prefer vegetarian food to avoid the food poisoning.

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