Pikey Peak Trek

What makes Pikey Peak Trek special

This short Pikey Peak Trek provides great opportunity to explore Sherpa Culture, Buddhist monument and amazing mountain ranges. Pikey Peak trek offers spectacular views of the whole Himalayan range from Dhaulagiri to Kanchanjuna. Himalayan giant (Mt.Everest, Dhaulagiri, Kanchanjunga, Numbur, Lhotse) stood right in front of you. Varieties of Flora and fauna can be seen on the trail and different cuisine can be taste.

Accommodation and Food

Food and accommodation are always priorities for every traveler during the trek. Though Pikey Peak lies in the rural part of the Nepal, there is presence of teahouse which can provide delicious food and comfortable lodge. The hotels are mostly twin sharing, single bedroom can be managed as per your request.

Basically, Nepalese cuisine are available during trek. Daal, Bhat is very famous in Nepal which is prefer as national cuisine. However, Momo, Noodles, soup, vegetables can be cooked as per your request. You don’t need to worried about the food.

Pikey Peak Trek Route

Your tour to Pikey Peak starts with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites to explore the beauties of Kathmandu. The next day, take a long drive to the Lower Solukhumbu district after completing all of your preparations. Begin the trekking to Sigane or Japre village after crossing a small settlement called Dhap following the subalpine woodland. Jhapre offers the first glimpses of Mount Everest and the Numbur Himalayan range.

From Jhapre, after overnight stay, trek to Pikey Peak Base Camp. Most of the trail is quiet and uninhabited with magnificent views of the mountains in the Everest region. Passing a grassy ridge and an old yak herders’ home, reach to the base camp for the night. On the fifth day, ascend to the anticipated Pikey Peak peak at 4,065m/13,336ft before the daybreak. Mt. Everest, Cho Oyu, Kanchenjunga and Lhotse are some of the mountains visible from the eastern range whereas Annapurna and Manaslu Dhaulagiri from western range.

Go down to the base camp by descending down after viewing the beauty and then you ascend again toward Ngaur. You can pay a visit the nearby cheese factory and ruins of an old gompa. Further, go downwards to Junbesi by descending for an overnight stay. Continue down the major descending dusty trail along the Junbesi Khola until reaching a steel suspension bridge. Further, this is the same trail to reach Phaplu. On the same day, drive from Phaplu to Kathmandu via Tama Koshi and Bhote Koshi tributaries while bidding farewell to the Solukhumbu region. After arriving at the Kathmandu valley, you may start collecting souvenirs and enjoy your evening.

Equipment For Pikey Peak Trek

Comfort in the Himalayas trekking is properly to be equipped with all requirements, which assure comfort, safety, and an enjoyable trip. This includes sturdy quality trekking boots, multi-layered appropriate clothes to wear, a waterproof and windproof jacket that protects from uncertain mountain weather, a good backpack to carry personal things, while a day pack would carry your water bottles, snacks, and any essentials easy to reach. Also, don’t forget trekking poles for stability on uneven terrain, a hat, gloves, sunglasses for sun protection, and a headlamp if it’s low light.

Other things one might want to pack include a sleeping bag, a refillable water bottle with water purification tablets, and personal toiletries. If you are going to be using luxury accommodations, most of them have basic amenities, but it is always prudent to pack in light toiletries and a power bank for charging your devices. With proper preparation and the right equipment, any trek becomes enjoyable and hassle-free to take in the beauty of the journey.

Best Season for Pikey Peak Trek

• Autumn Season (March, April, May):

Autumn in considered the best season for Pikey Peak. In this season the weather remains clear with blue skies and green forests. In Nepal Autumn falls from late march to early May. The clear weather will offer you to watch amazing views of mountains.

• Spring Season (September, October, November):

Spring is also another best season for Pikey Peak after Autumn. During the trek, you can see varieties of Rhododendrons, green forests and the gives astounding views of mountains with blue skies.

Altitude Sickness and Acclimatization

When the elevation is above 2000m from sea level AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) symptoms can be seen due to less oxygen in the atmosphere, which will make it difficult while breathing.

Remember you’ll be trekking above 3000m in Pikey peak trek, so there is chance to get AMS. You should walk slowly and steady to let your body get used to the thin air. If you try to walk fast and cover high altitude in a less time, there is chances to get AMS. Precaution should be used to keep condition away from worsen. Drink Plenty of water which keeps body hydrate and have balance diet food that can energize your body.

If the clients need acclimatization, then we’ll provide according to your health condition. Client can bring back in a worst scenario.

Drinking Water

Drinking Water is very essential for trekker to keep body hydrate and prevent from AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). One should consume 3-4 liters water in a day.

We highly recommend you to carry one reusable water bottle with you which can hold hot water rather than buying bottled water. Bottled water can be expensive in trails and also it can add thrashing problems. You can use water purification tablets to purify water. But the taste will be different after using tablets. Always try to drink water after purification and proper treat. Boiled water is available at the teahouse with additional cost.

Trip Safety

We are always conscious about our client’s Safety and follow all safety protocols during trip. We’ll carry essential equipments (like Frist aid box, medicine) which are important during trek. If a client show altitude sickness then we’ll give first aid treatment and descend to lower elevation. If the client feels alright then we’ll take you at the destination, otherwise escorted back to Kathmandu.

Travel Insurance

Drinking Water is very essential for trekker to keep body hydrate and prevent from AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). One should consume 3-4 liters water in a day.

We highly recommend you to carry one reusable water bottle with you which can hold hot water rather than buying bottled water. Bottled water can be expensive in trails and also it can add thrashing problems. You can use water purification tablets to purify water. But the taste will be different after using tablets. Always try to drink water after purification and proper treat. Boiled water is available at the teahouse with additional cost.

Entrance Permits & Requirement

The permits you for Pikey Peak trek are: