Kathmandu, Nepal
Accomodation
Hotel & Lodge
Max. Altitude
4065m
Group Size
2-10
Activity Per Day
Trekking/Hiking
Transporation
Jeep, Bus
Grade
Easy
Overview
Pikey Peak (also spelled Pekey) sits at 4,065 m (≈13,336 ft) and is a short, spectacular viewpoint in the lower Solukhumbu (Everest) region offering a rare panorama that can include Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Kanchenjunga and many other major ranges. The trek is popular because it’s accessible, offers outstanding sunrise views, cultural Sherpa villages and monasteries, and can be tailored to 4–10 day schedules depending on clients’ time and fitness.
Why Pikey Peak: beginner-friendly, high visual reward for relatively little time, avoids crowded EBC trails, culturally rich villages and monasteries.
Best time to Trek: main seasons are autumn (Sept–Nov) and spring (Mar–May) for clear skies and stable weather; monsoon (Jun–Aug) is not recommended.
Difficulty & fitness: easy–moderate. Daily walks typically 4–7 hours with the highest point ~4,065 m — recommend moderate fitness and one acclimatization/rest day on longer options. Mild risk of altitude symptoms above ~2,500–3,000 m; guide-led pacing mitigates risk.
Itinerary
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Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Welcome Dinner
Altitude: 1400m
Arrival, transfer to hotel. Office briefing, gear-check and permit prep (TIMS/Govt permits if required). Overnight Kathmandu.
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- Accommodation:
Teahouse
- Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Altitude:
(2,815 m)
Early private jeep/coach (6–8 hr scenic drive along Sunkoshi valley) to Dhap Bazaar, then short trek to Jhapre. Introduce local culture & visit monastery if time. Overnight tea house. (4–5 hrs trekking depending on road/vehicle drop-off).
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- Accommodation:
Teahouse
- Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Altitude:
(≈3,640 m)
Gradual ascent through rhododendron/forest and traditional Sherpa settlements. Scenic viewpoints en route; arrive at base camp/nearby tea house for overnight. (5–6 hrs)
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- Accommodation:
Teahouse
- Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Altitude:
(4,065 m)
Pre-dawn hike to summit for sunrise panorama over multiple Himalayan ranges. After summit photos, descent to a lower settlement for overnight (Jase / Nagor / Jhapre depending on chosen route). (4–7 hrs total)
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- Accommodation:
Hotel
- Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Altitude:
1400m
Descent through villages to meet vehicle at Phaplu or Dhap; drive back toward Kathmandu (or overnight Phaplu and fly to KTM next morning depending on client preference). (4–6 hrs walk + drive)
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- Accommodation:
Hotel
- Meals:
Breakfast
- Altitude:
1400m
Extra day in Kathmandu or buffer for flight/road delays, rest and client debriefing.
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- Meals:
Breakfast
Transfer to airport or continue with other SHTA programs.
Inclusion
Map
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