Trip Facts of the Pikey Peak Trek
Trek Name : Pikey Peak Trek
Trek Code: BATE NEP 012
Grade : Moderate
Max Elevation: 4065m/13336ft
Accommodation : Hotel / Lodge
Meal : Bed & Breakfast in the city & Accommodation only during the trek
Transport : Flight / Private
Trek Days : 07 Days
Total Days : 11 Days
Start and End: Kathmandu
Route: Kathmandu – Dhap – Jhapre – Pikey Peak – Loding – Junbesi – Taksindu – Phaplu – Kathmandu
Best Season: Spring (March to May) and autumn (late September to November)
Pikey Peak Trek, 11 Days
The 11-day Pikey Peak Trek explores quieter Lower Solukhumbu through Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries, rhododendron forests, and high ridges. A pre-dawn climb reaches Pikey Peak at 4,065m for sweeping sunrise views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, and surrounding ranges when skies are clear. The route then descends through Junbesi, Taksindu, Chiwong Monastery, and Phaplu before returning to Kathmandu by road.
Highlights of the Pikey Peak Trek
- Reach Pikey Peak at 4,065m for one of Lower Solukhumbu’s finest Himalayan sunrise panoramas.
- See Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Numbur Himal, and other peaks when visibility is clear.
- Follow a quieter Lower Everest trekking route away from the busy Lukla and Everest Base Camp corridor.
- Trek through Jhapre, Loding, Junbesi, Taksindu, and traditional Sherpa settlements.
- Visit Thupten Chholing Monastery near Junbesi and experience living Tibetan Buddhist culture.
- Walk through rhododendron, pine, and fir forests, open ridges, farmland, and high grazing country.
- Cross the Taksindu area and visit Chiwong Monastery before completing the trek at Phaplu.
- Experience a rewarding Himalayan trek without the extreme elevations of Everest Base Camp or the high passes of Khumbu.
Pikey Peak Trek Overview
The Pikey Peak Trek is a moderate journey through Lower Solukhumbu, south of the main Everest Base Camp trail. Instead of flying to Lukla, the trip begins with an overland journey from Kathmandu to Dhap before following quieter mountain paths through Jhapre and Pikey Peak Base Camp.
The scenic highlight is the pre-dawn ascent to Pikey Peak at 4,065m. When conditions are clear, the summit offers an exceptionally broad Himalayan panorama, with Everest appearing among Lhotse, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Numbur Himal, and numerous surrounding peaks. The route then descends sharply towards Loding rather than retracing the same trail.
The second half of the trek is particularly rich in culture. Junbesi is one of Lower Solukhumbu’s best-known Sherpa settlements and provides access to Thupten Chholing Monastery. From there, the journey continues through forest and mountain villages towards Taksindu and finally Phaplu, with a visit to Chiwong Monastery when timing and conditions allow.
March to May and September to November are generally the best trekking seasons, with October, November, March, and April particularly reliable for views and trail conditions. The direct Dhap route normally remains outside Sagarmatha National Park and Gaurishankar Conservation Area. Because trekking regulations can change, Basanta Adventure reconfirms current TIMS, local registration, and permit requirements before departure.
Experience the Pikey Peak Trek with Basanta Adventure
Travel Deeper. Experience More. Journey with Purpose.
The Pikey Peak Trek is a rewarding journey through quieter Lower Solukhumbu, combining Himalayan sunrise views, Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries, forest trails, and mountain ridges without the extreme elevations of the higher Khumbu.
Basanta Adventure has been organizing Himalayan journeys since 1998. Our decades of experience leading treks through the Annapurna region and other parts of Nepal have developed reliable systems for guides, porters, accommodation, transportation, permits, weather monitoring, and changing trail conditions.
Pikey Peak begins and ends with long mountain-road journeys rather than flights to Lukla. Our operations team coordinates transportation to Dhap, the return from Phaplu, teahouse arrangements, monastery visits, porter logistics, and alternative trail options when weather or road conditions change.
Basanta Adventure is ISO 9001:2015 certified and follows responsible and sustainable tourism practices. Our trekking approach includes reasonable porter loads, staff insurance and equipment, respect for monasteries and village communities, careful waste practices, and support for locally operated lodges and services.
Our experience also extends beyond Nepal through decades of operating Tibet tours, pilgrimages, and Himalayan expeditions. This wider background in high-altitude travel, remote logistics, permits, and contingency planning supports the same organized approach we bring to the Pikey Peak Trek.
Basanta Adventure — Crafting journeys with care, passion and purpose.
What is included in the tour
In Kathmandu
- 3 nights in a reputed 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast, as per the itinerary
- Half-day guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu
- Professional English-speaking city guide
- Private vehicle during sightseeing
- All entrance fees for the sightseeing tour
Transportation
- Private vehicle to and from the trek starting and ending points
- All airport transfers as per the itinerary
On the Trek
- Twin-sharing teahouse lodge accommodation (room only) as per the itinerary
- TIMS card
- EBC National Park fee
- Licensed professional trekking guide
- Assistant guides depending on group size
- Porters to carry your luggage (maximum 12 kg per trekker)
- Insurance for all Nepali staff
- Necessary equipment for trekking staff
- Daily allowance for guides and porters
- Emergency medical kit
- Trekking kit bag
What is NOT included in the tour
- Nepal visa fee
- All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea and coffee)
- Travel insurance (must cover emergency rescue, including helicopter evacuation)
- Personal trekking gear (all trekking gear is easy to rent or buy in Kathmandu)
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses such as laundry and phone calls
- Tips for guides and porters
- Extra costs from events beyond our control
- Any services not listed under inclusions
- Guided sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath and Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu
- Stunning panoramic view of Everest (8,849 m), Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), Makalu (8,485 m), Lhotse (8,516 m) and many other snow-covered peaks
- Explore traditional Sherpa villages & experience their culture, traditions & hospitality
- Visit of Pikey Peak Base Camp
- Explore unspoiled off the beaten trail
Day 01Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300 m / 4,265 ft)
Kathmandu+
Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300 m / 4,265 ft)
A Basanta Adventure representative will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is free to relax and prepare for the trek.
Overnight: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu
Day 02Trek Briefing and Kathmandu Sightseeing (1,300 m / 4,265 ft)
Kathmandu+
Trek Briefing and Kathmandu Sightseeing (1,300 m / 4,265 ft)
Meet your trekking guide for a detailed briefing covering the route, weather, equipment, altitude, luggage, and porter arrangements. Later, enjoy a half-day visit to selected Kathmandu heritage sites before returning to the hotel to prepare for departure.
Overnight: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu | Meals: Breakfast
Day 03Drive from Kathmandu to Dhap (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) – 8–9 hours
Dhap+
Drive from Kathmandu to Dhap (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) – 8–9 hours
Leave Kathmandu early for the long drive into Lower Solukhumbu. Travel through river valleys, terraced hillsides, forests, and mountain settlements before reaching Dhap and settling into a local lodge.
Overnight: Teahouse lodge in Dhap
Day 04Trek to Jhapre (2,930 m / 9,613 ft) – 4–5 hours
Jhapre+
Trek to Jhapre (2,930 m / 9,613 ft) – 4–5 hours
Begin trekking through rolling hills, farmland, villages, and open ridges with several gradual climbs and descents. Enjoy views towards Numbur Himal and pass Buddhist prayer walls, chortens, and traditional settlements before reaching Jhapre.
Overnight: Teahouse lodge in Jhapre
Day 05Trek to Pikey Peak Base Camp (3,640 m / 11,942 ft) – 6–7 hours
Pikey Peak Base Camp+
Trek to Pikey Peak Base Camp (3,640 m / 11,942 ft) – 6–7 hours
Climb steadily through open ridges, rhododendron and pine forests, prayer flags, and seasonal grazing areas. Reach Pikey Peak Base Camp in the afternoon and prepare warm clothing and a headlamp for the following morning’s summit ascent.
Note: We offer lungta (prayer flags printed with prayers for peace, good health and happiness) together with our guide. Offering prayer flags at high passes and sacred sites is believed to bring good fortune and long life in Buddhist culture.
Overnight: Teahouse lodge in Pikey Peak Base Camp
Day 06Sunrise on Pikey Peak (4,065 m / 13,337 ft) and Trek to Loding (2,515 m / 8,251 ft) – 8–9 hours
Loding+
Sunrise on Pikey Peak (4,065 m / 13,337 ft) and Trek to Loding (2,515 m / 8,251 ft) – 8–9 hours
Start before dawn and climb to Pikey Peak for sunrise. When skies are clear, enjoy panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Numbur Himal, and surrounding peaks before descending through ridges and forest towards Loding.
Overnight: Teahouse lodge in Loding
Day 07Trek to Junbesi (2,675 m / 8,776 ft) and Visit Thupten Choling Monastery – 4–5 hours
Junbesi+
Trek to Junbesi (2,675 m / 8,776 ft) and Visit Thupten Choling Monastery – 4–5 hours
Follow forest and village trails into the Junbesi Valley, passing farmland and traditional settlements. After reaching Junbesi, visit Thupten Chholing Monastery to experience its prayer halls, Buddhist artwork, and peaceful monastic setting.
Overnight: Teahouse lodge in Junbesi
Day 08Trek to Taksindu (2,960 m / 9,711 ft) – 5–6 hours
Taksindu+
Trek to Taksindu (2,960 m / 9,711 ft) – 5–6 hours
Climb through forest and mountain ridges before descending towards a stream and continuing uphill through Ringmo. Cross the Taksindu La area before descending to Taksindu village for the night.
Overnight: Teahouse lodge in Taksindu
Day 09Trek to Phaplu (2,413 m / 7,917 ft) and Visit Chiwong Monastery – 5–6 hours
Phaplu+
Trek to Phaplu (2,413 m / 7,917 ft) and Visit Chiwong Monastery – 5–6 hours
Descend through forests, farmland, and village landscapes towards Phaplu. Depending on time and conditions, visit Chiwong Monastery before continuing to Phaplu and completing the trekking section.
Overnight: Teahouse lodge in Phaplu
Day 10Drive from Phaplu to Kathmandu (1,300 m / 4,265 ft) – 8–9 hours
Kathmandu+
Drive from Phaplu to Kathmandu (1,300 m / 4,265 ft) – 8–9 hours
Leave Phaplu after breakfast for the long drive back to Kathmandu. Travel through the hills, valleys, rivers, farmland, and settlements of eastern Nepal before reaching your hotel in the evening.
Overnight: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu
Day 11Final Departure or Holiday Extension
Kathmandu+
Final Departure or Holiday Extension
Your Pikey Peak Trek concludes today. According to your international flight schedule, a Basanta Adventure representative will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for departure.
Meals: Breakfast
