Overview
The Pikey Peak Trek offers a stunning and diverse journey through Nepal’s enchanting landscapes and rich culture. Starting with a drive from the vibrant capital of Kathmandu to Pattale, the trek gradually ascends through lush rhododendron forests, terraced farmlands, and charming villages where warm and welcoming locals greet you with smiles. As you reach higher altitudes, the spectacular vistas unfold, offering sweeping panoramas of Everest, Numbur, Lhotse and Gaurishankar ranges. Along the trails, you might encounter Himalayan wildlife such as yaks and rare birds, adding to the adventure. The highlight is the summit of Pikey Peak itself, where sunrise paints the entire Himalayan skyline in golden hues. Cultural immersion is deepened with a visit to the peaceful Thupten Choling Monastery in Junbesi, leaving you with a sense of tranquility and spiritual connection.
Anybody with basic hiking experience and an active lifestyle can opt for the Pikey Peak Trek. For the most part, the gradient of the trail is fairly levelled with some gradual uphill except one day, where you will experience a mix of uphills and steep downhill stretching over hours. The highest elevation you will reach is Pikey Peak (4,065M / 13,337Ft), making the risk of altitude sickness very low. We maintain a very comfortable hiking pace throughout the trek.
The accommodation on the first few days is at basic mountain lodges. For a safe and fun experience, there will be experienced trekking guide and porters (carrying your luggage) accompanying you.
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Itinerary
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Mountain lodges are the basic accommodation set up by locals to cater to trekkers in the trails. The common features across all lodges are standard rooms, a spacious and heated dining hall, and a restaurant with a menu. The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. If you are used to sleeping warm, we highly recommend bringing your own sleeping bag and liner. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
Room Amenities
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Property Amenities
| • | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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Nepal
Mountain lodges are the basic accommodation set up by locals to cater to trekkers in the trails. The common features across all lodges are standard rooms, a spacious and heated dining hall, and a restaurant with a menu. The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. If you are used to sleeping warm, we highly recommend bringing your own sleeping bag and liner. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
Room Amenities
| • | Shared Toilet |
Property Amenities
| • | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
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Nepal
Mountain lodges are the basic accommodation set up by locals to cater to trekkers in the trails. The common features across all lodges are standard rooms, a spacious and heated dining hall, and a restaurant with a menu. The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. If you are used to sleeping warm, we highly recommend bringing your own sleeping bag and liner. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
Room Amenities
| • | Shared Toilet |
Property Amenities
| • | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
X Close Accommodation Popup
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Nepal
Mountain lodges are the basic accommodation set up by locals to cater to trekkers in the trails. The common features across all lodges are standard rooms, a spacious and heated dining hall, and a restaurant with a menu. The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. If you are used to sleeping warm, we highly recommend bringing your own sleeping bag and liner. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
Room Amenities
| • | Shared Toilet |
Property Amenities
| • | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Mountain Lodge |
X Close Accommodation Popup
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Nepal
Mountain lodges are the basic accommodation set up by locals to cater to trekkers in the trails. The common features across all lodges are standard rooms, a spacious and heated dining hall, and a restaurant with a menu. The rooms in mountain lodges generally have two or three twin beds with a mattress and blanket. If you are used to sleeping warm, we highly recommend bringing your own sleeping bag and liner. Other amenities could be a table, hanger, and dustbin but do not expect to have charging ports and attached toilets in the rooms. Moreover, it is mandatory to have meals in the facility you’re staying at.
Room Amenities
| • | Shared Toilet |
Property Amenities
| • | Restaurant and Bar | • | Outdoor Seating | • | Mountain Views |
Customize this trip
Take a heli back.
For those short on time or looking to add an exhilarating experience of flying over the majestic Himalayas, you have the option to charter a private helicopter on the way down. Inquire for prices and options!
Kathmandu Hotel and Transfers
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If you’d like us to organize airport transfers and arrange your stay in Kathmandu or any other cities, let us know. We’re happy to give you options based on your preference, and book them for you.
Here’s one of our popular 2 days add-on: USD 185 per person:
- Airport pick up and drop off, facilitated by an English-speaking representative
- 2 nights in a four-star hotel in Kathmandu (Hotel Shankar or similar) on bed & breakfast plan and twin-sharing basis
