Pikey Peak Trek

Pikey peak trek is a 10 days short trek with the best view of Everest. During the clear sky, Pikey Peak offers the best sunrise and sunset view of the Himalayas including the green forests. This pikey peak trek is best for everyone, those who want to see the best view of Everest and medieval landscapes within a few days’ pikey peak would be one of the best options.  The trek offers not only the best view but also an experiment of local Sherpa culture. Visiting a small Sherpa’s farmer village. Visiting the well painted Buddhist monasteries and the rhododendron forest is a good combination for Nature and Culture exploration.

Located in the Everest region of Nepal, Pikey Peak is one of the less crowded and one of the least explored trekking trails of the same region. Pikey Peak trek can also be shortened by taking the flight to Phaplu instead of the drive to Dhap. Meanwhile, the trek can also be extended by adding other trekking destinations around the Everest region. Because of such a flexible trek itinerary, it is gaining a lot of popularity in recent years. Insite of its low altitude and fewer numbers of the trekking days, marvelous views of the Mt. Everest can be seen. Pikey Peak is located at an elevation of 4,065 meters above sea level. Some other mountain ranges that can be seen include Number, Chuli, Thamserku, Kangtega, Khatang, Kanchenjunga, Manaslu, Gaurishankar etc.

Pikey Peak is one of the moderate difficulty levels of the trek in the lower region of Everest. Beginners with a normal fitness level can complete the trek without any difficulty. It is one of the newly discovered trekking trails. Because of that, local tea houses and lodges are very few in number. Meanwhile, few of the trek permits are required before going on a Pikey Peak trek. It is an ideal trek for those trekkers who are willing to view Everest with less effort and time.

Autumn (September, October and November) is considered as the best time of the year for Pikey Peak Trek. It is also known as the post-monsoon period due to which you can expect the least rainfall when trekking during this season. Spring (March, April and May) is the second-best time of the year for Pikey Peak trek. It is considered as the time of the year when nature is most beautiful. Spring is the pre-monsoon period and it is the time when nature regenerates its lost beauty. New plants grow and flowers bloom during this time. You can see yourself surrounded by rhododendron forest while trekking to the Pikey Base Camp during this season.

Summary of Pikey Peak Trek

Pikey Peak is located in the lower Khumbu region of Nepal. It is mostly popular for the amazing view of Everest that can be seen from the top of the peak at an elevation of 4,065 meters. The trek to Pikey Peak starts after sightseeing in Kathmandu. During this day you will be exploring some of the UNESCO World heritage sites inside Kathmandu Valley. About 7 hours of drive will take you to Dhap situated at an elevation of 2,850 meters above sea level. 

During the first day of the trek to Jhapre, you will pass through rhododendron forest. You will also get to see the amazing views of the mountain ranges such as Everest and Number. The trail climbs up to a grassy ridge at Bhulbhule. Before reaching the Pikey Base Camp at an elevation of 3,640 meters above sea level you will have amazing views of the beautiful mountain ranges. You will take an early morning walk towards Pikey Peak. Upon reaching the Pikey Peak you will witness some of the amazing views of the mountain ranges.

After exploring the Pikey Base Camp you will hike down to Junbesi for the overnight stay. Junbesi is one of the vintage villages of the Khumbu region of Nepal. During this day you will also explore Thubten Choeling Monastery built in the 19th century. The Monastery offers in-depth insights into the culture and religious heritage of the region. Descending throughout the day you will reach Phaplu for the overnight stay. You will take a scenic flight back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, you will transfer to the hotel and you will have free time. Meanwhile, in the evening we will have a farewell Nepali dinner together. 

Pikey Peak

Now the Pikey peak is one of the most popular short trek destinations of Nepal. It is popular among the tourist and Nepalese hiking community. The region is known to provide mesmerizing views of Mt. Everest (8,848m) and its neighboring peaks although situated at a lower elevation range. Considered as one of the best short treks in contention, the illustrious journey leads to the Pikey Base Camp with the thick spread of rich Buddhist culture along the way.

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. During the monsoon time, June/July local Sherpa people celebrate their CLAN god worship ceremony by the Buddhist Lama and a group of Monks. The trek route to Pikey Peak is less traveled than the other areas in the Everest region. But, in recent years, it has gained a lot of popularity. 

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