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Pikey Peak Trek

Trip Facts:

Destination
Nepal
Group Size
Min 2 Max 12
Region
Everest
Trip Duration
10 Days
Activities
Trekking
Meals
BLD
Accommodation
Hotel/Teahouse
Max Elevation
3000m
Best Month
Spring / Autumn
Trek Starts / Ends
Kathmandu
Transportation
Private Vehicle / Flight

Overview

Trip highlights:

  • Sightseeing all cultural heritage sites in Kathmandu
  • Explore a new trekking route in Everest region
  • Highest point Pikey Base camp at 4.065m
  • Tibetan monasteries
  • Short trekking, easy to combine

Pikey Peak Trek is a newly opened trekking route which follows a delightful trail in the lower Everest region known as Solu Khumbu. From the summit there is a panoramic view of the highest mountain of the world, Mt. Everest, at an elevation of 8,848m. Sir Edmund Hillary claimed Pikey Peak to be his favorite.

It offers beautifu views of Himalaya, sunrise and sunset, authentic sherpa culture their village lifestyle, we also taste the local cheese from the grazing yaks (or naks) plus local organic foods and also opportunity to enjoy panaromic view of mountains like Everest (8848m), Kanchenjunga (8586m), Makalu (8463m), Lhotse (8414m) and many other snow-covered peaks..

Our one-week Pikey Peak trek starts with scenic drive to Dhap Bazar from Kathmandu.

Our accommodation will be at tea house lodges operated by local villagers. Further up above the villages we enter forests of oak, birch, rhododendron and bamboo. As we approach Pikey Base Camp we are above the tree line and now in the alpine zone. The summit of Pikey Peak is at an altitude of 4,065m. The lush valleys, old monasteries, huge Mani walls, beautiful vegetation and rhododendron forests along with the beautiful sunset and sunrise views are the major attractions of this trekking route.

Pikey Peak Trek Itinerary

Details Outline

A staff member of Himalayan Dream Team will pick you up at the international airport for your transfer to the hotel. As a welcome you will have a typical Nepalese dinner with some of the staff members, typical food coming up! And do not forget to try our typical Nepalese drink with great mood of cheers.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Highest Altitude
1350 m

Today we start with the Kathmandu sightseeing tour and visit the 3 well known temples: Swayambhunath Stupa also known as the Monkey Temple, Boudhanath Stupa (where you can enjoy a fine lunch on one of the many roof terraces) and the most holy and impressive Pashupatinath Temple. All entree fees included! In the afternoon we return to your hotel in Kathmandu. 

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Highest Altitude
1350 m

Today we start our drive early in the morning to Dhap Bazaar. The path follows the Sunkoshi River which joins Tama Koshi River further ahead on our drive forming a large Koshi River until reaching Ghurmi. On the way we enjoy typical Nepali food and continue our zig zag way along the dense rhododendron forests.After 7 hours of long drive we will arrive at Dhap bazaar then will explore the local bazaar and observe the lifestyle of the inhabiting people.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Highest Altitude
2850 m

Our first trekking day begins with adventurous dusty road leading us to Sigane. Today we will continue along a dusty road leading us to Sigane and further continue similar kind of off road trail to Jhapre. From here we have the view of the mountains residing in the northern region of the country. We can clearly see the Everest and Himalayan Views, gompas and stupas in the village. 

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Highest Altitude
2815 m

Today we hike up to Pikey Peak Base Camp. We walk on stone trail through pine and rhododendron forest. Relishing the view, we will continue our trek along a dusty road for some time and then start walking uphill until reaching Bhulbule. During our walk we also see grazing Yaks and Yak Cheese Factory with magnificent views of mountains

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Highest Altitude
3640 m

The day begins with a descent down through rhododendron forest on a beautiful zigzag trail. We can enjoy the panaromic view of the mountains like Mt. Everest , Number Chuli, Thamserku , Kangtega , Khatang , Kanchenjunga, Manaslu , Gaurishankar, Dorje Lakpa and Langtang. Capturing the beautiful views in our cameras, we will descend to Junbesi. Junbesi is one of the most beautiful village with buddhist monastery and farming lands.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Highest Altitude
2680 m

Today our trail follows through old forest on a good path. We walk along the ridge up with occasional views of the mountains through the dense forest. The viewpoint is at 3,700m where there is a large communication pylon and solar panels then we descend to beautiful village of Phaplu.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Highest Altitude
2380 m

After completion of short and sweet trekking today we fly back or drive back to Kathmandu as per availability of flight. There are no regular flights except in touristic season, normally we drive back to Kathmandu by Jeep.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Highest Altitude
1350 m

The free day in Kathmandu either will be for leisure to rest or for perhaps some shopping before going home or explore any sights we missed during our first day in Kathmandu.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Highest Altitude
1350 m

Depending on your flight time we bring you to the International Airport

Food
Breakfast

Not satisfied with this itinerary?

If the above itinerary does not meet your needs, we can design individualized travel plans based on your preference and specification.

Service Included on Trip Cost

Cost Includes

  • Welcome dinner upon arrival
  • All airport/hotel transfers
  • Sightseeing in Kathmandu with private transport, guide and entry fees monuments and temples
  • Private transport Kathmandu-Dhap bazaar and return to Kathmandu
  • Hotel with breakfast in Kathmandu
  • Teahouse/Lodge during trekking
  • Full board during trekking B/L/D
  • All necessary paper works; trekking permits
  • All government and local taxes

Cost Excludes

  • Lunch and dinners not mentioned in program
  • Monument entrance fees during sightseeing
  • Personal insurance and helicopter rescue in case of emergency
  • International flight ticket
  • Nepal visa (at arrival at the international airport of Kathmandu, USD 50 and 4 passport sized pictures needed), you can obtain a visa easily online on https://nepaliport.immigration.gov.np/
  • Extra porter(s) or transport in case of landslide or other unforeseen events
  • Personal expenses and tips for staff
  • optional flight to Kathmandu after trekking
  • All others that is not mentioned in the Include section

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