Pikey Peak Trek

Trip Overview

Trip at a Glance

Country: Nepal
Trip grade: Moderate
Activities: Nepal Trekking
Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner with Tea /Coffee
Transportation: Local bus/private vehicle & flight
Maximum altitude: 4,065m
Group size: 2-14
Best Season: Feb-May & Sept-Dec

Pikey Peak Trek – Favorite Vantage Point of Mt. Everest

Mt. Everest – the world’s highest peak is the dream destination. To see it at the closest distance is a boon. Pikey Peak is the point from where the view of Mt. Everest is at its best. Sir Edmund Hillary also claimed about Pikey Peak to be his favorite vantage point to witness the mesmerizing beauty of Mt. Everest. Pikey in Sherpa language represents the Sherpa Clan deity, the God of the sky over nature. Pikey Peak Trek is newly presented trek that is recently opened for trekkers in Khumbu region. Those trekkers who have been to Pikey Peak are also claiming that it is the best point that allows the closest view of Mt. Everest.

Pikey Peak Trek is categorized as the moderate trek. One has to physically and mentally set up to be able to adjust with the altitude and the changes of the surrounding. This Pikey Peak Trek is usually a 7 – 8 days trekking that gradually attains a limited altitude in order to avoid Acute Mountain Illness. Step On Himalaya has tailored this Pikey Peak Trek in such a way that on acclimatization day, the trekkers will get enough rest and time to prepare yourself according to the altitude rise. Acclimatization is always an essential part of the trek. Apart from this, the trekkers will get the chance to explore the place in more detail and experience the natural beauty of the place with unique Sherpa culture and traditions. The hospitality of local Sherpa people will ease their stay. Since, this place is still categorized as solitary trekking or off-the-beaten trekking trail, very fewer trekkers have got the golden chance to enjoy the pristine exquisiteness of Khumbu region.

Pikey Peak Trek is a wonderful off-the-beaten trekking trail that is capturing the interest of many trekkers. Therefore, it is always better to choose this trek at its best season of the year. September to December and February to June are considered to be the best time for trekking to Pikey peak. During these months, the sky is very clear that offers the excellent views of Pikey peak. Winter or rainy seasons might not be the good timing. The roads will be slippery and there are high chances of floods or landslides during rainy seasons. While in the winter season, the temperature will go down till minus, it will be difficult to stay and enjoy in such a cold temperature. Hence, it is always suggested to choose either Autumn or Spring season for Pikey Peak Trek. Step On Himalaya team will make sure you get the utmost facilities in the teahouses available.

Choose Pikey Peak Trek with Step On Himalaya and grab the opportunity to explore the unexplored, untouched trekking trail of Khumbu region and to enjoy the fascinating sights of Mt. Everest at the nearest distance. You choose, we make the pathway to ultimate thrill and fun. We assure you that your choice of Step On Himalaya to trek to Pikey Peak will be worthy enough and lifetime memorable.

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 02: Sightseeing of Kathmandu valley; Preparation of the Trip

Day 03: Drive to Dhap from Kathmandu

Day 04: Trek to Jhapre from Dhap

Day 05: Trek to Pikey Peak from Jhapre

Day 06: Trek to Junbesi from Pikey Peak

Day 07: Trek to Phaplu from Junbesi

Day 08: Flight to Kathmandu from Phaplu

Day 09: Departure from Nepal

FAQ

A trekker has to walk a minimum of 5 to 8 hours daily.

As a Himalayan trekking adventure, you will trek through mountainous landscape. Walking up and down the hill during the trek is quite common characteristic of trekking in Nepal.

Yes, definitely. Elevation change is an important part of the trek. As there is a lot of walking up and down the hill, there is an elevation change every day. However, the range of change differs from day to day. It is mostly an uphill trek up to the destination and downhill on the way back. However, the trail winds up and down the mountains throughout the trek regardless of the elevation difference for the day.

Nepal offers trekking adventures throughout the year. However, the autumn and springs seasons are the best seasons to go trekking in Nepal. The months of September-November and March to May offer the best weather and atmosphere for trekking. Althgouh high altitude trekking is quite difficult and impossible in winter season, low altitude trekking can be done throughout the year.

Although age is not a bar to go on a trekking adventure in Nepal, you certainly need to consider a few factors before going on a trek. The basic requirement for trekking in Nepal is good fitness level regardless of your age. Since the activity involves a lot of walking up and down the mountains, you need to be fit enough to indulge in the activity for multiple days.

We highly recommend taking a guide with you when you go on the trekking adventure. Even if the trail is well-trodden and has many trekkers trekking, you need to have a guide for many reasons. First of all, a guide is not only the person to show you the trail. A trekking guide has a huge responsibilty of completing the adventure ensuring the safety of trekkers in the strange mountains. Moreover, the guide will also make your trip more than an adventure. It becomes a lifetime experience.

The mountains now have basic teahouse and lodge accommodations for trekkers. You can spend overnight in the warmth of guesthouses called teahouses during the trek unlike tented camps in the past.

The most common food during the trek is Dal Bhat. However, you can choose other food items from the menu. The food items differ from region to region.

You need to prepare your stuff wisely for the trek. The backpack you get ready for the trek should have all essentials and avoid any unnecessary stuff in there. Check this equipment list for a better understanding of what to pack for the trek.

As a high altitude trekking adventure, the trek always has a risk of getting altitude sickness. While it is not predictable who, where, and how they will get it, we all need to be well-aware and prepared for the unwanted. As we gain altitude during the trek, we should be more careful on our pace of walk, food, water, rest, and recovery. Being careful and taking it easy in the mountains can reduce the chance of getting altitude sickness.

Yes, permits are necessary for the trek. Since, you are going on our package, we take care of everything. You do not need to worry about arranging the permit for yourself.

When you are on our trek package, we provide porters to carry your backpack in the mountains. A porter carries the backpacks of two trekkers.You suggest you to keep your backpack around 10 kg.

Yes, you will need some cash in the mountain. Although your major meals are included in our package, you may need money for drinks, shower, souvenir shopping, wifi, device charging, and tips to guide and porters at the end of the trip.

We will brief you on how much to take on the first day of the trip when we meet in Kathmandu.

No, there is no acclimatization break during the trek. Although it is a Himalayan trekking trip, it does not require you to take any extra days for acclimatization. You can adjust in the climate as you trek to the higher elevation.

We focus on small group adventures to ensure that every one is well-taken care of and they enjoy the trek. We keep our group to the maximum limit of 16 people.

In that unfortunate case, we will make sure that you are well taken care of. If you cannot continue your journey further towards the destination and want to rest or return back, we will arrange a porter to be with you and take care of you while rest of the group members continue the trek.