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Pikey Peak Trek in the Lower Everest Region, Nepal

Join an experienced local guide from the Sherpa Expedition and Trekking team on this 7-day Pikey Peak trek in the Lower Everest Region, starting from Kathmandu.


TRIP TYPE

Group

MOUNTAIN RANGES

Himalaya

DURATION

7 Days

OFFER PERIOD

Mar - May, Sep - Nov

FITNESS LEVEL

Fit

SKILL LEVEL

Advanced

PAYMENT METHODS

Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!

  • A perfect trek to approach the Everest region and the Himalayas
  • Discover the unique Sherpa culture and traditional villages
  • Enjoy breathtaking sunrise and sunset views over the mountains

Description

If you are looking for a great trek in the Lower Everest Region in Nepal, we have the perfect trip for you! Join us on this 7-day Pikey Peak trek to one of the tallest hills (4,067m) in the Solu Khumbu Region. Get views over Mount Everest and many mountains ranges of the eastern and central Himalayas.

Spectacular mountains like Mount Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Annapurna, Gaurishankar, Lhotse, Nuptse, Numbur, Sishapangma, Thamserku, Mera peak and other few ranges can be viewed from the top of Pikey!

During these days, you will also enjoy stunning sunrise and sunset views in the mountains. The trail takes us through some of the most beautiful settlements and tiny villages in the region.

We will meet in Kathmandu and on the second day we will travel from there to Dhap Bazaar. Our trek starts and finishes in Phaplu, passing by Kerung, Pattale, Jhapre, Pikey peak, Lamajura and Junbesi.

The Pikey Peak trek is the perfect approach to discover the breathtaking Himalayas and the Everest area away from crowds and groups of people. You will enjoy the peace and solitude of this unique mountains, lavish valleys and rhododendron woods in Nepal, along with the Sherpa culture as you hike along beautiful trails. .

You will have the chance to connect with locals as you pass through different villages, discovering an exceptional culture and welcoming and friendly people. Along the way, we will run over religious communities and stupas on our approach to Pikey pinnacle.

The sight of the impressive mountains all through the trek is amazing, specially at dawn and dusk.  If you have the chance to enjoy this trek in the blooming season, you will be amazed by the view of wild orchids and Mongolia blossoms welcoming you all along your way.

If you want to join us on this great 7-day trek, just contact us and book your trip. Come discover the breathtaking Himalayas mountains in the Everest region!

Price includes

- Accommodation included

- Guiding fee

- Breakfast

- Lunch

- Dinner

- Transportation start and back

- Transport during the trip

- Permit and entrance fees

- Group porters

- Personal porters

- Mountain guide expenses

Price details

The price includes:

Airport picks up and drops by private car.

2 nights at standard hotel in Kathmandu including Breakfast.

All standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)

All Permit and necessary paper works

All ground transportation from Kathmandu to Ghap by Private Jeep.

Phaplu to Kathmandu by jeep.

All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks.

An experienced, helpful, friendly, and English speaking trekking guide (including his well-paid salary, insurance, meals, drinks, accommodation, transportation, etc.)

Trekking Porter Carry your Luggage (One Porter for every two clients)

Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.

Trekking route map.

Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).

All Government Taxes and Service Charge.

What’s excluded:

Nepal entry visa fee.

Your personal travel and rescue insurance.

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu city.

your personal Trekking Equipment

International airfare and airport departure tax.

All bar bills and personal expenses (phone call, laundry service, battery recharge, a bottle of water, hot water, hot/cold shower, a pot of tea, coffee, etc.)

Tips for guide and porter. (tips is expected)

Secure your spot with just 25% payment

48-hour free cancellation with 30-day advance booking


Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu - Transfer to Hotel

After arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be welcomed by the representative of the Sherpa Expedition and Trekking and you will be shifted to your hotel (3-Star category). The staff in the hotel will manage your accommodation and check in. In the evening, a welcome dinner will be organized in traditional Nepali culture dance show restaurant.

Day 2: Kathmandu to Dhap (2932m)

After breakfast, you will leave Kathmandu and drive to Dhap Bazaar. The driving route follows the Sunkoshi River until Ghurmi. On the way, you will get the opportunity to witness the typical Nepalese countryside lifestyle, forest, rivers, and terraced fields. Driving through numerous settlements, you will finally reach Dhap Bazaar. Here you will Visit the local market and observe the lifestyle of the local and Sherpa people. Overnight at a tea house. Included Dinner and Breakfast.

6 to 7 hours/ Guest House

Day 3: Trek from Dhap to Jhapre (2829m)

After trekking for about five hours from Kerung, you will arrive at Jhapre. En route to Jhapre you will see wild orchids, stunning landscapes all along the Solu Okhaldhunga border. Here too, you will Explore around monasteries and Buddhist stupa. The cultural performance in Jhapre is worth watching. Overnight at stay at the tea house. After trekking for about six hours from Kerung, you arrive at Jhapre. En route to Jhapre you will see wild orchids, stunning landscapes all along the Solu Okhaldhunga border. Here too, you will visit around monasteries and Buddhist stupa. The cultural performance in Jhapre is worth watching. Overnight stay in teahouse. Included lunch and dinner included.

4 to 5 hours/ Guest House

Day 4: Trek from Jhapre to Pikey Peak Base Camp (3640m)

This is the highest point of the trek and you can see plants and animals only found in the Himalayan region. Also, you will see centuries aged monasteries, mani stones, Buddhist stupas and more. This particular area is also suitable for marathon and mountain bike race. Overnight at a tent, breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

5 to 6 hours/ Guest House

Day 5: Hike to Pikey Peak - Trek to Junbensi (2700m)

Today we walk down and witness a picturesque landscape. Here, you can see yaks grazing and get a chance to drink fresh and tasty yak milk. We head off to reach Junbesi. On the way we trek up to Pikey Peak where you will witness sunrise view and the Himalayan range from Kanchenjunga to Dhaulagiri as well as Everest. After you pass the Pikey peak you trek down all the way through distinctive landscape to Junbesi valley. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

5 to 6 hours / Guest House

Day 6: Trek from Junbensi to Phaplu (2469m)

After visiting Thuptenchholing Monastery and observing typical Tibetan medicinal therapy at Junbesi village, you trek to Phaplu which takes around six hours. Here you can taste tasty local food and drink and participate in Sherpas cultural program. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

5 to 6 hours / Guest house

Day 7: Drive from Phaply to Kathmandu

Back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel, breakfast included.

6 to 7 hours / 3-star Hotel

Day 8: Departure

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