Pikey Peak Trek Itinerary

May 16, 2019

Pikey Peak Trek is one of the most famous and adventurous treks in the Everest region of Nepal, which offer breathtaking views of the Mount Everest, the world highest peak. Recently discovered, Pikey Peak Trek is fused with the magnificent Himalayan scenery including Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, and its vicinity, century old monasteries, and authentic Sherpa settlements and their unique cultures and traditions. Himalayan Holyland Treks & Expedition will carefully organize short Pikey Peak Trek Itinerary for you. It is a short trek in the Everest region and perfect for those trekkers who are bounded with the time and also eager to explore stunning views of the Mount Everest and its vicinity. The trekking trail of Pikey Peak is loaded with the rolling hills with cascading waterfalls, ancient Buddhist villages, terraces and pristine villages with enclosed mountain views make the trek worth to visit. Apart from superb views of the mountain, is also provide golden opportunity to get involved with the local ethnic Sherpa people and encounter with their own folk’s cultures, traditions, living patterns, lifestyles, language, ideological value, and many more. Even though Pikey Peak Trek is less traveled destination, it has got great popularity among the trekkers throughout the world. With the several ups and downs of trekking trail, beginner and experienced trekkers can accomplish this trek easily without any pieces of training.

The best time to go for Pikey Peak Trek

The best time to explore Pikey Peak depends on the trekkers, however, we regarded all around the year is the best time to make a vacation trip to the Everest region in Nepal. Every though, most of the trekkers prefer to travel in the Spring and Autumn seasons and consider as these seasons are the ideal seasons for Pikey Peak Trek in Nepal. In these seasons, you can have stunning clear Himalayas views of Everest and other stunning peaks in Everest Region of Nepal. Not only that the trekking trail of Pikey Peak is also quite clear to trek and have alluring views of the Himalayas. In other seasons, the route of Pikey Peak is filled with the heavy snowfall and rains in the higher altitude. You may suffer from the problem of slippery and you may not find a clear way by the way. In these seasons, the weather and temperature are also fine to trek and have incredible views along with having a domestic flight to/ from Lukla.

The trekking trail of Pikey Peak Trek

As you arrive at Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, you can either take drive journey or flight journey for Lukla, from where you can drive onward to Shivalaya, the trekking point. From there you will trek with the exploration of varied native settlements and their unique cultures and traditions. By crossing different village on the way and reach the famous viewpoint called Pikey Peak for stunning views of the Mount Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, and its vicinity along with impressive sunrise views. After exploration, we will return back to Kathmandu by following a different route.

Trip Highlights of Pikey Peak Trek

• Encountering with the Sherpa People and exploring their unique cultures and traditions.
• Enjoy with the amazing views of some of the highest peaks in the world such as Mount Everest, Mount Dhaulagiri, Mount Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, and so on.
• Explore different ancient and beautiful monasteries of the region.
• Trekking into the several ups and downs toward the Peak Peak for striking sunrise and mountains views.

Short Itinerary for Pikey Peak Trek in Everest Region

• Day 01: Arrival and Transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu after arrival at Kathmandu airport.
• Day 02: Site seeing tour and trek preparation day.
• Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Shivalaya.
• Day 04: Trek from Shivalaya to Bhandar.
• Day 05: Trek from Bhandar to Namkheli.
• Day 06: Trek from Namkheli to Ngamor Gumpa.
• Day 07: Trek from Ngamor Gumpa to Pikey Danda, Pikey Peak.
• Day 08: Trek from Pikey Danda to Junbesi.
• Day 09: Hike to Thutungchheli Monastery then back to Lodge.
• Day 10: Trek from Junbesi to Sete Via Lamazura La pass.
• Day 11: Trek from Sete to Bhandar (2,200m) 5/6 hours walk, overnight at Lodge.
• Day 12: Finally trek to Shivalaya.
• Day 13: Drive Back to Kathmandu (210km).