Pikey Peak Trekking

Pikey Peak Trekking is a scenic and panoramic destination around the hidden pockets of Solu-Khumbu district. Located on the southern green hills of mighty Everest, the walks to Pikey Peak's scenic viewpoint lead to serene trails. The area of trekking routes gets a few groups of trekkers in the best seasons of the year. 

Enjoyable with delightful walks on the unspoiled, undisturbed country far from the main busy mainstream trekking routes. Pikey Peak Trekking with Woman Adventures, the itinerary is well planned and designed so that all people can join in. Families with children and elderly persons can enjoy these short and moderate adventures. The trek leads to an exciting place, where trekkers can observe the traditional farm life and activities. Along with the impressive cultures of the native villagers adorned with religious and prayer monuments.

The walk leads from one farm village to another with scenic views of distant snow-capped peaks. As well as trekking into enchanting dense woods of tall rhododendrons, oaks, pines, and fir trees. In spring the whole area and hills will be a paradise for nature lovers and botanists. When wildflowers are in seasonal bloom, especially the rhododendrons of various species and colors from tall trees to bush. 

The charm and beauty of Pikey Peak Trekking are the serenity of beautiful surroundings, local cultures, and remarkable scenery. The top of Pike Peak is a high scenic viewpoint, for a spectacular panorama of more than 360°degree Himalayan range. Overlooking the grand vista of Ganesh, Langtang, and Jugal Himal with majestic Gaurishankar, Mt. Everest with Makalu, as far as Kanchenjunga Himal. 

After a rejoiceful moment on top of scenic Pikey Peak, then heads towards an alternative route. Visiting the lovely Sherpa village of Junbesi and back to Phaplu to end the treks. Then on an exciting overland journey to Kathmandu, after a marvelous time with a delightful experience on Pikey Peak Trekking. 

Highlights

• Trekking in tranquil surroundings on off the beaten trails far from mainstreams.
• A pleasant scenic and cultural walks around the southern hills of mighty Everest.
• Explore traditional farm villages steeped with impressive culture of old heritage.
• Walking into serene and enchanting forest of rhododendrons, firs and pine trees.
• Incredible panorama of Himalayan snow mountain range with views of Everest.

Short Trek Summary

Mode of Trekking: In the best available Tea-House and Lodges.

Trekking Grade: Moderate with touch of high altitude.

Highest point: On top Pike Peak Hill 4,302 m/14,114 feet high.         

Areas of Trekking: Nepal North Mid-East, around district of Solu-Khumbu.    

Start and Ending Point: Phaplu to Phaplu with drives both ways.

Trekking Duration: 06 Nights and 07 Days with drives both ways.

Total Trekking distance: 84 km/53 miles, round trip from Phaplu to Phaplu. Excludes the driving distance mileage.

Total Trip in Nepal: 10 Nights and 11 Days from arrival to final departures.  

Best Seasons For Pikey Peak Trekking

The best time and seasons for Pikey Peak Trekking or other adventures in Nepal Himalayas. Spring and autumn/fall seasons. The spring begins in March and ends in May, a lively time for pleasant walks and scenic views. Most days are fine and clear with enough sunshine hours till late afternoon from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

It can get overcast in the afternoon sometimes, with chances of light rains and snowfalls. Days are much longer with sunlight hours, but cold morning and late afternoon till night time. Depending upon altitude and overnight stops around the high Khumbu and Everest regions.

Spring is the best time for nature lovers, when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom, especially the rhododendrons of various species. 

The next best season is autumn/fall, where most days are bright, with sunny days for clear views. Autumn/fall starts from September to November, one of the high seasons in Nepal for trekking. Days are fine with crystal clear blue sky, but it gets dark soon due to limited sunshine hours. Morning and late afternoon until nighttime are cold, and chances of light snowfall above 3,000 m.

As this is a short and moderate adventure, interesting people can enjoy it during the winter times of Christmas and New Year Holidays. 

Most days are sunny and clear for views and walks, but it gets dark by 5:30 a.m. Cold temperatures in the morning and late afternoon until night time. But with a bright starry night sky, expect snow sometimes on treks en route to Pikey Peak hilltop.

The Routes And Trails En Route To Pike Peak Trekking

Trekkers joining for Pikey Peak or other adventures around Nepal Himalayas must have been aware beforehand. Nepal is a country of high land of mid-hill to higher mountainous landscapes and terrains. The walk leads up and downhill with a few gradual sections to enjoy. 

 The only flatland is the low sub-tropical Terai belt around southern Nepal. En route to Pikey Peak starts with a pleasant gradual path with few short steep ups till Pikey Base Camp. Then with steep winding up to reach on top of Pikey Peak Hill. The rest of on return journey is mostly downhill and a few short-ups all the way to the end of trekking to Phaplu.

Culture And Religion Around Solo And Pike Peak Trek

Nepal is a country of great diversity of landscape and people with their age-old religions, cultures, and heritage. The mid-hill people around the Solu-Khumbu region of Nepal North Mid-East Himalayas. The Sherpa follow the Buddhist religion, similar to their early Tibetan predecessors. The walk leads across many Buddhist monuments and shrines, as well as impressive monasteries. 

Starting from the Solu area, the eastern people are of mixed peoples, mostly Sherpa and Rai, from Kirat tribes with few Gurung, Magar, and Tamang, Hindu Chettries, and Brahmin. As the walk enters the heart of Solu, the southern areas of Mt. Everest from Phaplu en route to Pike Hill, visiting the Sherpa villages adorned with age-old heritage and colorful culture. Besides the majority of the Sherpa tribe, inhabited by other mixed hill tribal people, the Kirat Rai. Including Magar, Tamang, Hindu Chettries, and Bharamins Bhawan with Dalits also.  

Foods, Accommodation And Lodges Facilities

The food and lodge accommodations around the Solu-Khumbu region of Everest, at designated overnight stops. Overnight accommodation and meals, as per the itinerary set by Woman Adventures, provide the best lodge accommodation, where possible. The foods are according as listed on the menu, from breakfast, lunch, dinner or main courses. 

Including, side snacks with warm and cold refreshment drinks, served in a nice and cozy dining with a fireplace. In Nepal, the most favorite and popular national food and meal is Nepali Dal Bhat, boiled or steamed rice. Served with mild curry of seasonal vegetables, including Dal, a lentil bean soup with pickles, and hot sauce as options. 

 Breakfast from oats porridge, and cereals to cornflakes with toast/ chapattis, and pancakes includes a choice of egg variation. 

Lunch and Dinner from Continental, Chinese, Indian, Nepali, and Tibetan main course with a choice of soups. The lodge accommodation and food are simple and nice en route to Pikey Peak. The lodge accommodations from Phaplu onwards, are simple with nice basic rooms. 

From Phaplu to Pikey Base Camp and Loding the lodges provide common bathrooms and toilets; including a simple food menu of limited varieties. The rooms are on a shared basis with common bathrooms and toilets. 

Due to its remoteness and with less flow of trekkers, this route is quite raw and new. In the future, the lodges en route to Pikey Peak may upgrade to standard lodge accommodation and food.  

All lodges have electricity to light the large dining room powered by local hydro or solar power. For charging electronic items, at an extra cost per hour and for each gadget. Internet and Wi-Fi are available, but it is slow and disturbing in some places due to weather conditions. In a large group with more than 4 people, it is best to order a set meal for all. It saves time and fuels energy, which is important around remote areas of the Himalayas.

Following the norms and rules as Responsible Trekkers is a good practice for Eco-Tourism. As well as taking care of garbage and litter during the whole trek. Important to know that alcoholic drinks are not healthy and good while going up to higher altitudes. But can enjoy after completing the main highlights, on the return journey to Phaplu, and losing altitude to safe heights.

Physical Fitness Requirement And Insurnce

For Pikey Peak, trekkers should be physically fit and in sound health. For a person with a medical history and special dietary, please inform Woman Adventures. So that the company can make necessary arrangements, on booking for this adventures. All age groups can join, a minimum of below 10 to a maximum of 70 years. A minimum age of under 18 must be accompanied by parents or guardians, as well as elderly persons. 

All need to obtain Travel and Medical Insurance in case of unfortunate incidents and accidents. Sometimes, treks might have to be re-routed to other safe destinations due to broken trails from landslides and rock falls. Including unfavorable and bad weather, which will obstruct the road condition. In this situation, if it arises, the trekker has to bear all the extra expenses as well as for accompanying staff. Should be claimed from the insurance company for the extra expense incurred. 

The company and medical doctors will provide a supporting letter so that you can claim the reimbursement from your insurance. To stay physically fit, one needs to exercise, like walking, jogging, or any other good physical exercise to keep fitness level. It is best to check up with your doctor on booking the trip for Pikey Peak Trekking.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Day 02: In Kathmandu with sightseeing tour and trek preparations.

Day 03: Drive to Phaplu 2,415 m-10 hrs.    

Day 04: Trek to Jampre 2,920 m-05 hrs. 

Day 05: Trek to Pike Hill Base Camp 3,640 m /11,942 feet- 06 hrs. 

Day 06: Trek and Climb to Pike Hill 4,302 m/14,114 feet and trek to Loding 2,515 m- 07 hrs. 

Day 07:  Trek to Junbesi 2,675 m - 05 hrs.

Day 08: Trek to Phaplu 2,415 - 05 hrs. 

Day 09: Drive from Phaplu to Kathmandu -07 hrs. 

Day 10: In Kathmandu free day for individual activities with options for tours.

Day 11: International departure for homeward bound.

Please note: Woman Adventures (P) Ltd. Encourages women as guide, porters and staff. In all our treks and tours, a new step and concept in Nepal, to uplift the women empowerment.