Pikey Peak Junbesi Trek – Short trek with a majestive view
Highlights
- Breathtaking Panoramic Views: From the summit of Pikey Peak (4,065 meters/13,336 feet), you can witness a spectacular sunrise and enjoy a 360-degree panorama of majestic Himalayan peaks, including Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Lhotse, and many more.
- Cultural Immersion: The Pikey Peak Trek takes you through the heartland of the legendary Sherpa people. As you traverse the picturesque Sherpa villages, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with the friendly locals and learn about their rich culture, traditions, and Buddhist way of life. You can visit ancient monasteries, witness colorful festivals, and gain insights into the Sherpa community’s customs, rituals, and unique way of living.
- Off-the-Beaten-Path Experience: Unlike some of the more popular treks in the Everest region, the Pikey Peak Trek is relatively less crowded and offers a more off-the-beaten-path experience. The trail takes you through pristine forests, lush green landscapes, and tranquil valleys, providing a sense of solitude and serenity.
- Authentic Tea House Experience: Along the Pikey Peak Trek, you’ll come across traditional tea houses and lodges that offer comfortable accommodations and warm hospitality.
- Diverse Flora and Fauna: The trek to Pikey Peak takes you through diverse ecosystems, including rhododendron and oak forests, alpine meadows, and high-altitude pastures. This varied terrain is home to a rich array of flora and fauna.
- Visit Thubtenchoeling Monastery 50-year-old Tibetan monastery
Difficulty Level: Moderate | Days: 8 | Max. Altitude: 4,065 meters
Pikey Peak trek is one of the most popular treks in the Lower Solukhumbu region. Also popular as the best short trek from Kathmandu, the trek offers a majestic view of Mount Everest. Before the airport at Lukla was built, the Pikey peak-Junbesi route was the only way to Khumbu and Everest. The trek takes you over the hills, wonderful Sherpa villages, and rivers and not to miss the famous Buddhist Monasteries and Stupa around the trail.
For those who have restricted time Pikey Peak trek can be the best way to get close to the Himalayas and enjoy the view of Mt Everest and Dudhkunda Himal and warm hospitality of the tea-houses on the way.
Based on your fitness and the number of days you have the trek can be completed as short at 4 days to extension to 10 days.
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- Long drive until Jiri
- Very windy during Spring
Difficulty Level: Moderate | Days: 8 | Max. Altitude: 4,065 meters
Itinerary
Day | Itinerary | Altitude (meters) | Trek Duration (Hrs) |
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1 | Arrival in Kathmandu. Drop to Hotel. Trek detail briefing over dinner | 1300 | |
2 | Drive from to Dhap. Trek to Jhapre | 2920 | 4-5 |
3 | Trek to Pikey Peak Basecamp |
3640 |
7-8 |
4 | Early morning sunrise trek to Pikey Peak(4065meters), further trek to Loding |
2515 |
9-10 |
5 | Trek to Junbesi |
2700 |
4-5 |
6 | Day hike to Thubtenchoeling Monastery. Relax day at tea house at Junbesi |
2900 |
3-4 |
7 | Drive to Kathmandu. Farewell dinner at Thamel |
1300 |
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8 | Departure |
How long does it take to reach Dhap from Kathmandu?
It takes 8-9 hours to reach Dhap from Kathmandu based on the road condition and traffic
What is the best time to undertake the Pikey Peak Trek?
Oct/Nov and Mar/Apr/May is the best time to undertake this trek.
Are there any altitude-related risks or challenges during the Pikey Peak Trek
As long as you acclimatize on the way, there is no chance of altitude sickness during the trek as the highest point you will be reaching is 4065 meters, and you will be ascending gradually from your drop point.
Do they have electricity and a facility to charge cell phones and camera batteries?
Yes, you will have electricity on the trail. Beyond Jhapre the electricity will be solar based.
Do they have mobile network coverage in the area?
Yes you will get a good network along the way (NTC/NCELL), except at Pikey Peak base camp you might have to go outside your tea house in the open area to get the coverage
What are the other popular trekking trail near Pikey Peak trek?
The most famous trek near Pikey peak treks are, Jiri-Junbesi trek, Everest Basecamp trek, Dhudhkunda Basecamp trek, Gokyo Trek.
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