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Pikey Peak Trek

Country/Region Nepal / Lower Everest
Duration 10 Days
Max Altitude 4,065m / 13336.61ft
Difficulty Medium
Min. Group Size 2 PAX
Transportation Car + Jeep
Accommodation Hotel + Tea House + Home Stay
Meals Breakfast

This Pikey Peak Trek starts from Kathmandu and fly to Phaplu airport and drives to Patale and excursions of villages like Jhapre to the viewpoint of Pikey Hill. After Pikey Peak, we follow Pikey Danda, Basa, Namkheli, Bhandara, and Shivalaya and end in Kathmandu via Jiri.

Pikey Peak Trek - Best Everest View Trekking in Lower Khumbu

Located in the Khumbu region, this Pikey Peak trek is one of the famous trekking trails. This lower Everest hike is easy to moderate as the difficulty grade trekking allows you to gain up an altitude of about 4065 m from the sea level. This Trek is famous for its culture and tradition of the local Sherpa community, mountain ranges, and sunrise. This 9 to 12 days trek will take you to the lower part of the Khumbu region. The trail passes through different villages like the lower Khumbu region. If you want to explore the Everest region with fewer trekkers in route, this Pikey Peak trek will be the best option. It will take you through the lower Khumbu Trekking Region.

Pikey Peak in Glance

Duration:

10 Days.

Trekking Grade:

Easy to Moderate.

Trekking type:

Tea house/ Tented Camping/ Local Lodges.

Start/End: Kathmandu.

All days are scheduled as classical trekkers, so all Itineraries are adjustable and fit your wish. 

Pikey Peak Trek - Phaplu Pikey Peak Jiri

In short, Trekking Trail Nepal offers Pikey Peak Trek is a circuit trek-making round from Phaplu Pikey Hill and ends in Kathmandu via Jiri.

Although Phalpu is a center point and famous for local hiking and village tours as a non-tourist attraction, with Trekking Trail Nepal, you will visit Phaplu Airport and around just once. Not like in Pakey Peak Trek Package. So you will spend little time in Phaplu before we hit our trail. Most trekking company offers Pikey Peak Trek which starts and endpoint at Phaplu airport. But with Trekking Trail Nepal, you can do Pikey Peak Trek with an entirely different trekking trail that you do not need to walk sam trail again and again. Although, we also operate Pikey Peak Trekking which starts and end at Phaplu airport, on your request.

Pikey Hill, or Pikey Danda, is widely known as Pikey Peak 4,065 m, is a giant hill in the Solukhumbu, bottom of the massive Mt Everest. The name of Pikey Peak derives its name from the local Sherpa deity. Hill of Pikey can offer breathtaking views of Himalayas peaks as, World highest peak Mt. Everest, iconic peak Ama Dablam and Nuptse, third and fourth highest peak of world Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, and many more as Mera Peak, Nuptse, Gaurishankar, Khatan Chuli, Numbur and more.

Pikey Peak Trek | Lower Everest View Trek

During the Pikey Hill Trek, you will see different mountains like Mt. Gauri Shankar, Mt. Everest, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Thamserku, Shishapangma, Mera Peak, etc. While trekking, you will witness the culture and lifestyle of the Rai, Magar, Tamang, and Sherpa communities. During the Trek, you will be staying at the local tea houses and lodges, where people will greet you with a smile, making you comfortable as your home. They will even serve you locally grown organic foods and veggies, which will give you energy for the Trek. Pikey Peak Hiking is the best way to experience the lifestyle of the local people. During your free time, you can also talk with the local people and learn more about the lifestyle and culture.

Includes & Excludes

Includes

  • 3-star Accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing with breakfast as itinerary.
  • Full board meals and accommodation in best available hotel on trekking.
  • Domestic flight as itinerary Kathmandu-Phaplu.
  • Jiri Kathmandu Tourist 4 wheel Jeep.
  • Gaurishanker Conservation Area Permit and TIMS.
  • Government certified English-speaking trekking guide and supporting staff.
  • Insurance for all trekking staffs, with basic equipment.
  • All ground transportations including transfer to airports.
  • First aid medical kit for the group above 8 Pax.
  • Salary, allowances, travel expenses for all trekking and tour staffs.

Excludes

  • Nepal visa fee, payable at airport on arrival.
  • Lunch and dinner in the cities (while not in trekking region).
  • Personal trekking and adventure gear, clothing and accessories.
  • Extra supporting staff, laundry, battery charge, and communication expenses.
  • Personal expenses like bar bill, snacks, water, chocolate.
  • Expenses incurred due to emergency evacuation/natural disasters, or for personal reasons.
  • Tips and any gratitude for trekking staffs and tour guide.
  • Any further services not mentioned in ‘What is included’ section.

Trip Info

Pikey Peak Trek walking Hour and Trail

You will be walking for about 6 hours daily through the villages and forests of different vegetation like a wild orchid, magnolia, and rhododendron. We, the Trekking Trail Nepal team, will help you to explore this beautiful place. With the help of an experienced licensed guide, you will be able to complete this gorgeous Trek with ease.

Pikey Peak Trekking Itinerary

The itinerary of this Pikey Danda Trekking is the schedule as the classical trekkers, so all itinerary is adjustable to fits your wish and need. Moreover, Trekking Trail Nepal offers this Pikey Hill Trek Itinerary by which you not only explore the Pikey Danda and around and explore Phaplu airport and traditional village.

Pikey Peak Trek Itinerary in Short

Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu and escort to the hotel.

Day 02: Fly from Kathmandu to Phaplu and Trek to Salleri

Day 03: Trek Salleri Dorp to Ghunsa

Day 04: Trek from Ghunsa to Pattale crossing Kerung

Day 05: Trek from Pattale to Jhapre

Day 06: Trek from Jhapre to Pikey peak

Day 07: Trek from Pikey Hill to Junbesi

Day 08: Trek from Junbesi to Thuptenchholing

Day 09: Trek from Junbesi to Phaplu

Day 10: Fly from Phaplu to Kathmandu

Day 11: Final Departure from the international airport

Accommodation Available in Pikey Peak Trek

On Pikey Hill Trek, you will accommodate a simple homestay or lodge with basic accommodation like a regular bed with pillows and blankets. In places like Jhapre and Ghunsa, typical local houses save from environmental effects like rain, snow, and extreme cold. Trekking Trail Nepal recommends you carry your sleeping bags and personal gear to enjoy the nature and untouched beauty of Pikey Hill Trek. Here in Pikey Hill Trek, you have to forget the Luxury and standard accommodation. In conclusion, Basic accommodation is available in the trekking trail of Pikey Peak Trek.

Foods and Meals in Pikey Peak Trek

Typical and traditional local food items will be served in Pikey Hill Trek for Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, with basic accommodation. Food items like rice, bread, potatoes, noodles, and simple soups will be served for meals. These items will fulfill all the body needs but not for your taste bud of young. Local drinks, verities of teas, regular fruits drinks, local braw, and bears are available along the trekking trail of Pikey Hill Trek. We suggest you carry one small amount of titbits to add tasty flavors to enjoy the Pikey Peak Trek.

Views from Pikey Peak Trekking Trail

In terms of Views, Pikey Hill Trek is at the top of the list. From Pikey Hill Trekking, you can see more Himalayas peaks than in the entire 14 Days Everest Base Camp Trek. First, you can the beautiful and killer mountain Kanchenjunga in the far east of Nepal with India’s border, followed by other 8000 m peaks Makalu, Lhotse, Everest, and Cho-Oyu west. However, views from Pikey Hill Trek did not limit to this; mountains like Mera Peak, Thamserku, Lhotse Shar, Nuptse, Lola, Axe Peak, Ama-Dablam, Number, Kangtega, Kongde, Rollwalling, Dorje Lakpa, Kusum Khangrung are few to mention in the list of Peaks to enjoy from Pikey Hill Trekking Trail.

Although the Views of the Himalayas is a little further on the horizon, the green nature and wide forest valley add more contrast to make the views unique. Compared to Easy Everest View Trek, you will see more Himalayan peaks, from Kanchenjunga to the East to Gauri Shanker Himal to the west. In short, you will see more Peaks in the Himalayas, including 8000 m plus peak, but from a little far.

Culture and Religion of Pikey Peak Trekking Trail

The trekking trail of Pikey Peak Trek is full of untouched cultural and religious treasures along with the Himalayas and Natural as Nepal is famous. You can experience the Sherpa culture, customs, and traditions. Tibetan Buddhist religion is widely popular along the Pikey Hill Trekking Trail. Most of the culture and lifestyle is similar to Tibetan people. On the trail, you will be able to see beautiful stone inscriptions, mani walls, paintings, prayer wheels, and Chortens. Also, monasteries are centuries old, and monks perform different rituals during festival time.

Where is Pikey Peak Trek or Pikey Peak Trek

Pikey Danda, which is widely known as Pikey Hill with the ultimate height of 4,065 meters above sea level, lies in the lower Everest region. The giant hill of Lower Solukhumbu offers views of many Himalayas peaks, including Mt. Everest. In Short, Pikey Hill Trek is one of the easy Trek to view and enjoy Mt. Everest and many many peaks from Lower Solu or Lower Khumbu Area, without touching the overcrowded Everest Base Camp Trek normally which starts from Lukla.

Short Pikey Peak Trek

Short Pikey Peak Trek is possible with Trekking Trail Nepal. You can trek by below itinerary for Pikey Peak Short Trek of 7 days.

Day 1 Arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport. Transfer to Hotel.

Day 2 Ktm to Phaplu flight and drive to Patale 30 km / 1- 2 hours.

Day 3 Trek to Jhapre 2,820 m.

Day 4 Trek to Pikey Hill 4,065 m

Day 5 Trek back to Jhapre

Day 6 Trek back to Phaplu Airport

Day 7 Fly back to Kathmandu

Pikey Peak Trek Altitude and Difficulty

Pikey Hill Trek is one of the Easy Trek, which could offer the best views and many other 8000 m plus peaks. The maximum elevation you will reach is 4,065 m as the viewpoint of Pikey Peak, also called Pikey Hill or Pikey Danda.

Jiri Pikey Peak Phaplu Lukla Everest Base Camp Trek

At your request, we can organize the Jiri Pikey Peak Phaplu Lukla Everest Base Camp Trek to fulfill your dream to see Mt. Everest with a unique trekking trail. This itinerary also helps you skip the expensive flight fare of Dangerous Airport, but also you can explore the hidden jewels of Lower Solu Khumbu with a virgin trekking trail.

Pikey Peak Trek is a different Everest View Trekking Trail in the Lower Everest region, making the Peak Peak Circuit Trek from Phaplu Pikey Hill and ends in Kathmandu via Jiri. Any sort of customization on Pikey Peak Trek Itinerary is possible with us. We can offer Short Pikey Peak Trek, Circuit Pikey Peak Trek, and even Classical Pikey Peak Trekking, which starts and ends in Phaplu Airport.

Reviews (1)

Lisa Ramona , Germany (🇩🇪)

Pikey Peak Trek - Best for Rural Experience

Pikey Peak Trek of Trekking Trail Nepal is the Best Trekking Trail for the view of Mt. Everest and other higher Peaks from the Pikey Hill. Mr. Apar Trip Planner of Trekking Trail Nepal Pte. Ltd organized our Pikey Peak Trek of 10 days start from Phaplu Airport and ends in Shivalaya or Jiri. We a ... Pikey Peak Trek of Trekking Trail Nepal is the Best Trekking Trail for the view of Mt. Everest and other higher Peaks from the Pikey Hill. Mr. Apar Trip Planner of Trekking Trail Nepal Pte. Ltd organized our Pikey Peak Trek of 10 days start from Phaplu Airport and ends in Shivalaya or Jiri. We are a bunch of university girls from Germany, who want to experience the remote lifestyle, cultural and tradition as far as possible. Mr. Apar recommends us THE PIKEY HILL TREKKING which fits in our need and dream. Not only this trek of Pikey Peak includes Cultural exploration but also the Views of 5 Peaks above 8000 meters. Views of Mt. Everest, Makalu, Cho-Oyu, Lhotse, and Kanchenjunga. Our Trekking guide Ratna is very attentive, experienced and polite ready to support on every need. Since he belongs for Buddhist community he describes and shows us the differences aspects and things which belong to Buddhist Religion and Tamang Culture. Furthermore, defines the importance of everything we see. Highly Recommend Company and Pikey Peak Trek, if you want to skip the crowd and experience the ground life of Pikey Hill Trekking Area.
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