Pikey Peak Trail Trekking (9 Days)

Overview And Highlights

Trip Facts

Duration

9 Days

Trip Type

Tea house / Camping

Grade

Moderate

Max. Elevation

2675 m.

Transportation

Kathmandu - Phaplu - Kathmandu by flight

Min. Group Size

1 or more

Best Season

Spring and Autumn

This Pikey Peak at 4110m is one of the most scenic peaks in Khumbu region. Sherpas regard Chyabo Pikey as their clan god and during the month of July they observe a huge village celebration and worship Chyabo Pikey as Pikey Hlapchen Karbu.

The Pikey Peak trail can be accessed either through Jiri-Chaulakharka-Ngaur section or through Phaplu via Paanch Pokhari and Tamakhani. The Pikey hill is most popular for its sunrise and sunset views and one can enjoy the glorious sight of the peaks including Mt. Everest, Makalu and Annapurna.

Day to Day Itinerary

Day1Fly from Kathmandu to Phaplu then trek to Salleri

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Lodge

Fly from Kathmandu to Phaplu which takes 35 minutes. Trek from Phaplu to Salleri and it takes about four hours. You can see the local market in Salleri and enjoy a visit to local monasteries such as Chewang monastery. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day2Trek from Salleri to Ghunsa via Dorpu and it takes about six hours.

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Camp

Trek from Salleri to Ghunsa via Dorpu and it takes about six hours. On the way you can experience some of the Tamang, Magar and Sherpa culture. Along with this, you can also enjoy the views of beautiful sceneries of mountains and landscapes. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day3Trek from Ghunsa to Pattale via Kerung which takes about eight hours.

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Camp

Trek from Ghunsa to Pattale via Kerung which takes about eight hours. You can visit monasteries, mani walls and a Buddhist stupa at Kerung. Here you find the mixed settlements of Tamang, Magar, Sherpa and others. The panoramic views mesmerize you completely. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day4Trek from Pattale to Jhapre and it takes about six hours.

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Camp

Trek from Pattale to Jhapre and it takes about six hours. You can see wild orchids on the way. Here you can view beautiful landscapes along the Solu Okhaldhunga border. There are monasteries and a Buddhist stupa in Jhapre. The cultural show performed here is definitely worth watching. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day5Trek from Jhapre to Pikey which takes about six hours.

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Camp

Trek from Jhapre to Pikey which takes about six hours. This day you experience high altitude vegetation and can see Himalaya flora and fauna. You find centuries old monasteries, Buddhist stupas and mani stones. Yak herding can be seen at different places. You are accompanied by unique landscapes and sceneries. This particular area is feasible for marathon and mountain bike races. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day6Trek from Pikey to Junbesi and it takes about five hours.

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Camp

Trek from Pikey to Junbesi and it takes about five hours. The trail goes from Pikey to Junbesi via Pikey peak. While trekking up to Pikey peak you can see a beautiful sunrise view and mountain peaks from Kanchenjunga to Dhaulagiri including Everest. After you cross Pikey peak you walk down through unique landscape to Junbesi valley. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day7Trek from Junbesi to Thuptenchholing and trek back to Junbesi which takes about four hours.

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Camp

Trek from Junbesi to Thuptenchholing and trek back to Junbesi which takes about four hours. You visit Thuptenchholing Monastery. At Thuptenchholing you can observe traditional Tibetan medicinal therapy. Taking a tour to Junbesi village will add long lasting experience. Here you can taste local food and drink. Around this area you can enjoy Sherpa cultural show performed on request. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day8Trek from Junbesi to Phaplu and it takes about six hours.

Food/Meals

Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Accommodation

Camp

Trek from Junbesi to Phaplu and it takes about six hours. This day you can enjoy delicious local food and participate in a cultural program. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day9Fly from Phaplu to Kathmandu which takes about 35 minutes.

Food/Meals

Breakfast

Fly from Phaplu to Kathmandu which takes about 35 minutes.

Price includes the following services

Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
Trekking guide
One porter for every 2 trekking participants (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) during the trek
Trekking equipments: Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags, trekking poles, etc.
Entry permit for Sagarmatha National Park
Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) card
Local government entrance fee
Flight tickets from Kathmandu to Phaplu and Phaplu to Kathmandu
Insurance and equipments for the guides and porters
First aid kit
Tax, VAT and our service charge
Rescue assistance (In case of emergency, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must be well insured from a reliable travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
Souvenir

Service Excludes

Personal nature expenses (Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages)
Travel insurance
Tips for involved staffs
Meals and hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking due to any personal reason than the scheduled itinerary)

Additional Information

Below is a list of equipment and clothing required for trekking. The necessity of these items depends on the type, altitude, timing and destination of trekking. Appropriate trekking gears are not only required for the comfort/pleasure of your trek but also to improve safety factor. Please have a look over these items in order to fully prepare and thoroughly enjoy the trekking.

General Items:
Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking Poles, walking boots, sandals, Toiletries (Soaps, Toilet papers, Sanitizers, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc.)

Clothing Items:
Thermal underwear, Down jacket, Shorts, Trekking trousers, Towels, Woolen gloves, Gaiters, Fleece jacket or Pullover, Wind/water proof jacket, Raincoat, Warm socks, buff

Sun-worn Items:
Sun hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Sunscreen, Lip balm

Gadgets:
Headlamp, Flash light, Binoculars, Cameras (chargers and batteries),

Liquid/Snacks:
Water bottle/bladder, Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks

Medical Essentials:
First Aid Kit

Optional:
Altimeter, Compass, Binoculars, Books/magazines, GPS, Pocket knife, Candles (for lodges), Notebook with pencil/pen, etc

Additional items for camping trek:
Tent, Stove and fuel, Utensils for cooking, eating and drinking, sleeping mattresses

Note: We can also provide sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, walking poles, and First Aid Kit in case if you don’t have one. These items are inclusive of total package price.

Client Reviews

Helen Chifton & Denis HarrigonUnited States

We will recommend people to the Nepal Environmental

I wish to express my expectation for the case and concern our guide Uttam Pokharel has shown us while on our trek. He has been most helpful in many ways, firstly, by attending to our health by recommending good eating houses and restaurants.

Uttam was always aware of our fitness (or lack of fitness) and he knew exactly how much to push us when we needed a rest. He always took great delight in expressing us with special treats.
We would like to comment on our porter, Parshuram Panta, He was extremely pleasant at all the times on the journey. He is also very proud of his culture and religion and of the Nepalese Mountains. He would insist on pointing out special views as we walked along.

In conclusion, this trek has been one of the highlights of my life, one that I will never forget. We have no legislation in recommending Uttam Pokhrel as a guide to be trusted completely. He is our friend. And Panta could be recommended to all as the best porter. He is also our friend. We will recommend people to the Nepal Environmental Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd.

Jun 30, 2022

Tom and SandraSweden