7-Day Pikey Peak(Everest View) Trek

Embark on a 7-day trek to Pikey Peak from Kathmandu. Hike through Sherpa villages, visit Buddhist monasteries, and enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayas.
Overview
The Pikey Peak Trek (4,065m) is one of Nepal’s best short trekking adventures, located in the lower Solukhumbu region, south of the Everest area. This scenic trek offers spectacular views of Mount Everest and numerous Himalayan giants without the crowds found on the Everest Base Camp route. The trail passes through beautiful Sherpa villages, ancient Buddhist monasteries, rhododendron forests, yak pastures, and high alpine ridges, providing a perfect blend of mountain scenery, culture, and nature.

Pikey Peak is famous for its breathtaking sunrise viewpoint, where trekkers can witness a panoramic Himalayan range stretching from Dhaulagiri and Annapurna in the west to Kanchenjunga in the east. The trek is suitable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness and is an ideal choice for travelers looking for a rewarding Himalayan experience within a week.

Day 1: Drive to Dhap-2,850m(230km, 8-10hrs)
Begin your adventure with a scenic drive through river valleys, terraced farmland, and traditional hill villages before arriving at Dhap, the gateway to the Pikey Peak region.

Day 2: Trek to Jhapre-2,920m(14km, 5-6hrs)
Follow scenic ridges through forests and traditional settlements. Along the way, enjoy your first views of Everest and Numbur Himal while experiencing the peaceful atmosphere of the Solukhumbu region.

Day 3: Trek to Lamuje-3,350m(11km, 5-6hrs)
Gradually ascend through rhododendron forests and open grazing lands to Lamuje. The scenery becomes increasingly alpine, with wider mountain vistas and beautiful Himalayan landscapes.

Day 4: Trek to Pikey Base Camp-3,640m(7km, 4hrs)
Cross open meadows and yak pastures to Pikey Base Camp. Enjoy magnificent sunset views over the surrounding Himalayan ranges.

Day 5: Hike- Pikey Peak(4065m) & Trek to Jhapre(18km, 7-8hrs)
Start before dawn and hike to the summit of Pikey Peak for an unforgettable sunrise. From the top, enjoy a spectacular 360-degree panorama featuring Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Gaurishankar, and many more Himalayan peaks. After spending time at the summit, descend through scenic ridges and forests to Jhapre.

Day 6: Trek to Dhap-2,850m(14km, 5-6hrs)
Retrace the trail through traditional villages and beautiful countryside while enjoying final views of the surrounding hills and mountains.

Day 7: Drive to Kathmandu-1,350m(230km, 8-10hrs)
After breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu through scenic landscapes and rural settlements, concluding your memorable Pikey Peak adventure.
Mountains Visible from Pikey Peak

From the summit, trekkers can enjoy remarkable views of:
* Mount Everest (8,848.86m)
* Lhotse (8,516m)
* Makalu (8,485m)
* Kanchenjunga (8,586m)
* Cho Oyu (8,188m)
* Gaurishankar
* Numbur Himal
* Annapurna
* Dhaulagiri(8,167m)

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.