Pikey Peak Trek
Pikey Peak Trek
$1350
Tour Overview
The Pikey Peak trail is the newly opened trekking route in the lower Everest region, a combination of the east to west. This trek offers a dramatic exploration of Everest. Pikey Peak Trek routes follow the less crowded area from Jiri, Chaulakharka, Ngaur till reach to Pikey hill. From here, one can see the various magnificent mountains over 8,000 meters including Mount Everest, Mount Kanchenjunga, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt.Manaslu, Mt. Annapurna, and many other snow-clad peaks. This peak is popular for its breathtaking sunrise and sunset Himalayas views and we can take pleasure in the stunning sight of the peaks beyond the Kathmandu city to the plains along with lots of mountains range. The trail trek in Nepal with Sherpa Expedition and Trekking heads through Khumbu region trail which is one of the lower places to see Mt. Everest 8,848m. During this trek making your memorable holiday, the adventurous pikey peak trail follows beautiful rhododendron forests, highly Sherpa culture influenced villages, mountain glaciers, magnificent uphill, and downhill paths with the combination of high Himalayan scenery. Sherpa Expedition and Trekking guarantee Pikey peak trek will leave you mesmerized. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m) & transfer to hotel.
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Our departure representative will be at Tribhuvan International Airport on your arrival schedule. You will be transferred to the hotel and Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representative will help you until check-in at the Hotel. In the evening, join our welcome dinner program organized by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team.
Day 2 : ek from Ghunsa to Pattale (2840m) Duration: 6-7 hours.
Location: Pattale
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today after breakfast, we will trek on an easy trail that passes through several monasteries, prayer flags, prayer wheels, and mani walls. At the village of Kerung we will make a visit to some of the ancient monasteries and explore Buddhist stupa. Along this trail, we will get a chance to interact with local peoples like Tamang, Magar, and Sherpa community backgrounds. We will continue trek reach at Pattale. We will spend our night at Pattale village.
Day 2 : Fly from Kathmandu to Phaplu (2470m) & Trek to Salleri (2,390m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Location: Salleri
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today after breakfast, we will take a flight to Phaplu which takes approximately 35 minutes. After reach at Phaplu, we will start our trek to Salleri where we can explore around the busy local market and make visits to Buddhist monasteries such as the Chewang monastery. We will stay in Salleri at the homestay.
Day 3 : Trek from Salleri to Ghunsa (2250m) via Dorpu: duration: 5-6 hours.
Location: Ghunsa
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After h=breakfast, we will follow the trail that passes through several cultural and traditional small villages inhabited by Tamang, Magar, and Sherpa tribe communities of Lower Khumbu region. During this trek, we will have magnificent views of the surrounding Himalayas and beautiful landscapes. Then after will continue our walking until we arrive at Ghunsa. We will stay in Ghunsa at local homestay.
Day 5 : Trek from Pattale to Jhapre (2820m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Location: Jhapre
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we will trek explore the rich flora and fauna of the region. This region is rich with wild orchids offering hikers an awesome feeling for hikers while hiking in pikey peak. Then after we pass through additional monasteries and Buddhist stupas. After we reach Jhapre, we will see the traditional and cultural local performance in Jhapre which is definitely the best way to understand the local culture of this region.
Day 6 : Trek from Jhapre to Pikey peak (4065m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Location: Pikey
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we will follow the route that heads hiking up into the alpine vegetation. Gradually walking we will hike through monasteries dating back to hundreds of years old, Buddhist stupas, and mani walls. We will continue to follow our trek through several yak herding open fields with great views of the surrounding peaceful environment. We will spend our night at Pikey peak at the homestay/tent camp.
Day 7 : Trek from Pikey peak to Junbesi (2700m) Duration: 4-5 hours.
Location: Junbesi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The Pikey peak base camp is one of the best spots to witness the sunrise and sunset view. Today, we will wake up early for the stunning sunrise view over Himalayan Ranges from Mount Kanchenjunga to Mount Dhaulagiri as well as World's highest peak mount Everest. After spending a sometime in the morning, we will trek downhill through the scenic landscapes and scattered settlements to arrive at Junbesi. We will spend our night in Junbesi at Local homestay.
Day 8 : Trek from Junbesi to Phaplu (2470m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Location: Phaplu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Leaving Junbesi we will start our trek following the path that is an easy downhill trekking. Today is the last day of our Pikey peak trek, therefore we will take it easy and try to enjoy every bit of our Pikey peak trek. After five hours of walk we will reach Phaplu we will celebrate the end of our trek with tasty local food and the Sherpa cultural program. We will spend our night at Phaplu.
Day 9 : Fly from Phaplu to Kathmandu (1,350m) Duration: 35 minutes flight.
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we will take a short scenic flight from Phaplu back to Kathmandu which takes about 35 minutes. After arriving at Kathmandu, you can take a rest in your hotel or do sightseeing around Kathmandu valley before heading back to your home.
Day 10 - Final Departure Day.
Location: Kathmandu
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is your last day in Nepal you will drive to Tribhuvan International Airport for your flight departure. Sherpa Expedition and Trekking team will then share our goodbyes and wish you a safe flight back home. With this, the trip concludes and you come to an end of the Pikey Peak Trek.
What's Included
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Accommodation
2 nights at standard hotel in Kathmandu including Breakfast. All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks.
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Tims & Permit
All Permit and necessary paper works
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Meals – Full Board
All standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
The airport picks up and drops by private car. Kathmandu-Phaplu-Kathmandu flight fare
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Guide & Porter
All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks. An experienced, helpful, friendly, and English speaking trekking guide (including his well-paid salary, insurance, meals, drinks, accommodation, transportation, etc.) Trekking Porter Carry your Luggage (One Porter for every two clients)
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Other included
Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company. Trekking route map. Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available). All Government Taxes and Service Charge. Use of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag and walking poles (if you don’t have your own, to be returned after trip completed). ...more ...less
What's Not Included
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International flight
International airfare.
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Country Entry Visas
Nepal entry visa fee (easy to obtain the visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport – Kathmandu). $25 USD for 15 day visa.
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Travel Insurance
Personal travel and medical insurance.
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Personal Expenses
Excess baggage of more than 10 kg for Phaplu flight. Hot shower and battery charging at the tea houses.
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Drinks with Meals
All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic cold and hot drinks on trek ( i.e. those you choose to purchase along the way and during evenings in the tea houses) All desserts & sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding. Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu - lunch and dinner.
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tips for the guide, porter, and driver (tipping is expected)
Check out our Q&As
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes, a visa is required for this holiday.
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Company Instant Book
Yes, we have an instant booking system.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Nepalese rupees is required for this tour.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
There no WiFi available in this trek.
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What is the tipping policy?
The usual, sensible recommendation is 20% of salary, which means about USD $5 for the guide and USD $4 for the porters per day.
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I am a vegetarian. Am I supposed to get enough meal on my trek?
Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Trekking won’t recommend non-veg items because the meat in such places may not hygienic and healthy. Sherpa Expedition and Trekking also encourage to avoid dairy and cheesy items and strongly suggest not to consume them during the trek. So, our packages are suitable for both vegan and vegetarians.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No, the entry visa is not included.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, the names and details of the accommodation in cities will be made known to the travelers. But during the trek in the mountain to let know all the accommodation it’s not possible at all.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, there free time to explore places during the tour.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Yes, Sherpa Expedition and Trekking will provide one porter for two trekkers to carry 20 kgs of luggage (maximum 10 kg for each trekker).
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum group size is 15.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes, there will be an escort accompanying this tour.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes, passengers from another country are participating in this tour.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, Airport transfer is included.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
Our trip is 100% guaranteed so even if the group does not match the number of minimum person tour will depart.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
We can assist with preorder post-tour accommodation.
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Are flights included in this tour?
Domestic flights are included in this tour.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
No, this tour doesn’t couch air conditioning.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, there is a supplementary for travelers.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Travelers will be provided with 3 start hotels in cities and lodges or tea houses during the trek.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, our all-local guides on the tour are English Speaking.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No vaccines are required for this tour.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Sightseeing in the city entrance fee is excluded.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, Children are permitted to take part in this tour. But the children must be above 7 years.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
This is an easy trek As long as you are reasonably fit, can walk for 5-6 hours a day and trek/hike a few uphills, Sherpa Expedition and Trekking team will support you to the fullest to transform your dream into reality.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, you cant joing the tour once it has departed.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, your booking amount will be contributed to the charity.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
TAAN, NMA, TripAdvisor, TourRadar, NTB
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
No documents will be provided before you Travel.
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What essential documents/items do I need to bring with me?
You must bring a valid passport (must be valid for up to 6 months, keep an extra photocopy just in case), a copy of your travel insurance, cash, flight tickets, emergency contact numbers of insurance and family members and any medications.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, we operate a single share option and you need to pay extra if you're a solo traveler as a single supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Our company has been trading since 1977 A.D
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Will somebody come to pick me up at the Airport upon my arrival?
Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the airport to pick you up. Outside of Terminal Hall, he/she will be displaying a play card of Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team Pvt. Ltd. with your name on it. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to hotel or our office.
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Does Sherpa Expedition and Trekking pvt. ltd accepts credit cards?
Yes, we accept Visa and Master Card for payment (not American Express). The bank will be charge 4.5 % extra to paying by cards.
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Can I get Nepal visa on arrival or online?
Yes, you can get on arrival tourist visa at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Most of the people can obtain visa on entry to Nepal. There are some countries visa will need to be organised prior to travelling. $30 USD for 15 days of visa from the date of issue, $50 USD for 30 days and $125 USD for 90 days tourist visa.You can apply visa online.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, the accommodations included meeting local health and safety regulations.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can easily change your holiday date easily even after you have once booked.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Sherpa Expedition and Trekking staffs like a guide, porter, and other staffs will be your travelling companions on the tour.
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What currency should I bring to Nepal?
We advise you to bring US dollars /British pound s/Euros to pay for your visa, trip cost and other expenses. Most major currencies are usually accepted also. It is always better to travel with US dollars.
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Free Date Changes
Sherpa Expedition & Trekking allows you to make 30 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 10 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
Sherpa Expedition & Trekking requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of sherpa expedition & trekking charges.
Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
Pikey Peak Trek
10 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu
Visiting: Kathmandu, Pattale, Salleri, Ghunsa, Jhapre, Pikey , Junbesi, Phaplu
Tour operator:
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher