Trek Pikey Peak- 9 Days

Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, the Adventure Himalayan representatives will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. After refreshment, you will be briefed in short about your tour by our guide or tour leader.  If you have any questions or doubts about your trip then they should be asked and clarified at this time. Overnight stay at hotel.

AT morning We will leave from Kathmandu in our private vehicle jeep to Dhap Bazaar. The path follows the Sunkoshi River, which joins the Tama Koshi River further ahead on our drive, forming a large Koshi River until reaching Ghurmi. We will see the Nepali culture, enjoy typical Nepali food and continue our drive along with the dense rhododendron forests. We will pass numerous settlement areas before reaching Dhap Bazaar, which will take approximately6 to 7 hours. We will explore the local bazaar and observe the lifestyle of the inhabiting people. Overnight at a lodge in Dahp Bazaar.

After Breakfast  we will continue along a dusty road leading us to Sigane. Again the trail continues along the bumpy roads to Jhapre. It is famous for exceptional vantage points to view the mountains residing in the country's northern region. We can see Everest (8848m) and the mejestic Mountain views. also we will visit gompas and stupas in the village. Overnight at a lodge in Jhapre.

After Japre, you follow the trail which climbs up to a grassy ridge at Bhulbhule. From there also you will have nice views of the Everest range. Soon after Bhulbhule, the trail splits and you’ll turn right to Pikey Peak. You’ll pass some old yak houses and a long mani stone wall. The trail then contours the hillside below Taklung Danda and goes through a beautiful forested trail. There are many rhododendron trees here along a level path (which you can see in bloom if trekking in the spring). As you leave the forest, it’s around 2 hours to reach Pikey Peak base camp. Overnight at Mountain Lodge.

Today early morning you start trekking to the famous viewpoint of Pikey Peak. You can enjoy the sunrise and mountain views of Mt. Everest (8848m), Number Chuli (6959m), Thamserku (6608m), Kangtega (6685m), Khatang (6853m), Kanchenjunga (8586m), Manaslu (8163m), Dhaulagiri (8167m), Gaurishankar (7134m), Dorje Lakpa (6966m) and Langtang. After taking in the extensive panorama from Pikey Peak we will descend to Jase Bhnajyang. over night junbesi.

After Breakfast we will be our exploration day around the village. We will hike up to the Thuptenchholing Gompa, founded in the 19th century. The trail ascends uphill along the Junbesi Khola to the Gompa. The Gompa offers in-depth insights into the culture and religious heritage of the region. After spending some time here, we return to Junbesi. Overnight at a lodge in Junbesi.

After breakfast, you will follow the descending dusty trail along the Junbesi Khola until reaching a steel suspension bridge. After crossing the bridge you will reach Beni Ghat. You will continue your walk along the trail filled with scenic pleasures before reaching Phaplu. At Phaplu we can sample the local cuisine and drink while taking part in a traditional Sherpa cultural event. Overnight at Mountain Lodge.

An early 35minutes scenic flight will lead us back to the domestic airport at Kathmandu. From here, we will drive back to our hotel.  We'll have a celebratory Nepali dinner in the evening. 

We will transport you to the airport.  Thanks for trekking with Adventure Himalayan Travels.  We look forward to seeing you again!