Pikey Peak trekking route lies in the mesmerizing Lower Khumbu region of Nepal, in Solukhumbu District. The trekking route starts from Dhap, which is only a 6-7 hour drive away from Kathmandu. You can also reach the trekking destination by a 30-minute flight to Phalpu from Kathmandu. Thus, it is one of the closest and easily accessible mountain trek routes from Kathmandu with such a spectacular Mt. Everest view.
At Pikey Peak, the horizon stretches wide, fitting in mountains from Dhaulagiri all the way to Kanchenjunga. The sight is truly magical as the high peaks will sometimes disappear into the clouds towards the edges. It is one of Nepal's best-kept trekking secrets which offers a vista of Nepal's eight-thousanders from a single location, including Mt Everest. Annapurna, Manaslu, Cho Oyu, Makalu, Lhotse, Kangchenjunga, and other eight-thousanders lurk behind small but closer peaks throughout this walking journey. The exquisite top of Numbur Mountain, which stands tall above Karyolung Peak, is right in front of you almost every day of this Pikey Peak Short Trek.
Pikey Peak trekking route, at a leisurely pace, starts from a short 6-7 hours drive from Kathmandu to Dhap. From here, the journey on foot along the gentle terrain of Khumbu kicks off. The first encounter with mountain ranges will be on the trek from Dhap to Jhapre, where the stunning Numbur Himal comes into view.
The trek from Jhapre to Pikey Peak base is filled with several stupas and gompas and old and rusty yak houses. The trail takes you through the grassy ridges and forested terrains. During spring, these forests are dyed red with blossoming Rhododendrons. After resting in Pikey Peak Base for the night, the next morning is the hike to Pikey Peak to encounter the stunning sunrise. Following the ridgeline of Loding, you will then pass to Junbesi. Next is the exploration of ancient Thubten Choeling Monastery in Junbesi, which takes about 4 hours to complete.
From Junbesi, you are met with steep forest trails to Salung. Here you can enjoy the stunning unobstructed view of Khumbu giants like Mt. Everest, Mt Chamlang, Mt. Makalu, and so on. The trek's final destination is Phaplu, where you will spend your last night and then fly back to Kathmandu, which represents the end of your trek.
You can also choose trekking to Chiwong Gompa from Phaplu if you wish, separated from the main route. A separate trekking route includes a 6-7hour walk from Junbesi to Salleri, where you can then take a drive back to Kathmandu. You can also enjoy a faster climb that takes only 3-4 days. However, this can be a little bit physically straining for novice trekkers.
Stunning views of Everest from the most beautiful vantage points such as Pattale
View a vast length of the Himalayan ranges such as Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Cho-Oyu, Makalu, Numbur range, and Kanchenjunga from the Pikey Peak top
Glorious sunrise and sunset views
Discovery of local Sherpa culture & their sweet hospitality
Visit ancient Buddhist monasteries of the lower Khumbu Region
Discover chortens, mani walls & prayer flags
Opportunity to explore the unpopular trekking routes in the lower Everest Region
