In Solukhmbhu district of eastern Nepal lays the Pikey Peak trek, 4070 meters above sea level. Being one of the new discovered trekking destinations, Pikey Peak trek offers its travellers wonderful panoramic view of the snowy giants including some of the highest mountain of the world. Trekking in this area allows you to observe the lifestyles and culture of some of the ethnic groups of Nepal which includes Sherpa, Chhetri, Gurung and Tamang. Tasting some of the local cuisines we head forward observing the unique flora and fauna this region holds. The trekkers on this trekking trail is comparatively low than other trekking trails of Nepal. However, in recent years people have started to include Pikey Peak in their travel books resulting in slight increase in number of people going there. Pike Peak trek includes the magnificent view of the tallest mountain of the world, Mount Everest along with other 8000ers i.e. Mt, Makalu, Mt. Lhotse and Mt. Dhaulagiri. Pikey Peak trekking is regarded as a moderate trekking trail which can be done without many difficulties.
Bamti Bhandar Pikey Peak Trekking begins with a tour of world heritage sites of Kathmandu city, which is also known as the city of temples. The trip then takes us towards Bamti Bhandar which is approximately 7-8 hour drive from Kathmandu. From Bhandar, we gradually ascend in altitude as we head in the direction of Namkheli. With countless ups and downs we finally reach Pikey base Camp at an altitude of 3,600 meters passing the village of Golla from where we head to the summit of Pikey Peak and return back to Junbesi. Pikey Peak trek ends at Phaplu from where we take a flight back to Kathmandu.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu [1,338m] Transfer to the Hotel.
Day 02: Sightseeing tour of Swayambhunath, Kathmandu durbar Square, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath. "B".
Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Bamti Bhandar [2,990m]. (07-08 hrs). "B,L,D".
Day 04: Trek to Namkheli [2,300m]. (07-08 hrs). "B,L,D".
Day 05: Trek to Golla [2,990m]. (07-08 hrs). "B,L,D".
Day 06: Trek to Pikey Base Camp [3,600 m]. (07-08 hrs). "B,L,D".
Day 07: Trek to Pikey Danda [4,070m].then Junbesi [2,730 m]. (07-08 hrs). "B,L,D".
Day 08: Junbesi –Thupten Chholing- Junbesi. [2,860 m]. (04-05 hrs). "B,L,D".
Day 09: Junbesi – Chiwang-Phaplu. [2,414m]. (05-06 hrs). "B,L,D".
Day 10: Fly Back to Kathmandu [1,338m]. "B".
Day 11: Free day in Kathmandu [1,338m]. "B".
Day 12: Trip ends! Fly back home, taking with you the memory of a life time. "B".
Detail Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival to Kathmandu [1,330 m]: Upon your arrival, a representative from Adventure Treks Nepal will be waiting outside the airport gates to take you to the hotel. Depending on time of arrival, plans will be made for a briefing meeting once you have settled in. Please let us know if there is anything special you would like to do while in Kathmandu and we can help you arrange that.
Day 02: Cultural Tour in Kathmandu [1,330 m] - (B): After breakfast in the Hotel we have a sightseeing tour around Kathmandu vally which takes in the key attractions in and around Kathmandu. Including AM: Visit 2000 years old Buddhist shrine Swyambhunath, situated on the top of the hill west of the city the most popular and instantly recognizable symbols of Nepal. The temple is colloquially known as the “Monkey Temple”. There are many small buildings and shrines down the hillside behind Swayambhunath. Explore the colorful Kathmandu Durbar Square - The Old Royal Palace of Kathmandu, Temple of living goddess Kumari, the Jagannath temple, and 17th century temple known for colorfully painted erotic carvings, Kasthmandap temple a three story temple built from a single tree in 12th century.
PM: Visit Pashupatinath temple one of the most sacred Hindu shrine in the World. The holy river Bagmati and the burning Ghats and also visit one of the oldest and biggest stupa of Boudhanath. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Bamti Bhandar [2,990 m] - (B,L,D): Bamtibhandar, which is situated in the northern Part of Ramechhap district from Kathmandu, is at a distance of 235km.From Kkathmandu.Bamti Bhandar is known as the settlement of Sherpa,which lies at an altitude of 2990 m above sea level. About 7/8 hours of bus/ jeep ride, one can easily reach Bamtibhandar. Nepalthok or Khurkot can be reached for lunch if one can have bus journey from early 6 am in the morning. There are 10/12 local hotels available for tourists at Bamti Bhandar. Kathmandu to Bhandar takes 7/8 hours driving and then overnight at lodge.
Day 04: Bhandar – Namkheli [2,300 m] - (B,L,D): Namkheli can be reached after 7- 8 hours of walking from Bamti Bhandar, Ramechhap district. It takes about 2-3 hours to reach Thadakhola for Lunch after taking the Break Fast from the Bamti Bhandar. Next after crossing Likhukhola situated at the border of Solukhumbu and Ramechhap, (border of province 1 & 3) following Chaulakharka–Lelepu,Namkheli can be reached after 3 hours of hike. We can see very nice view of Numbur Himal from this route. Bhandar to Namkheli 7/8 hours walking and then overnight at lodge.
Day 05: Namkheli – Golla [2,900 m] - (B,L,D): It takes around 3-4 hours to reach Golla (2900 m) from Namkheli. Golla is considered to be Sherpa language which is called as Gumba dada in Nepali.There are 2/3 hotels at Golla for tourists. Travelers can stay and have lunch and visit 3 Gompas at Golla named as Orgen Sanang Chholing Gomp, Pema Dechhen Choling Gompa and Guru Padhma Sambhav Gompa. Gwale caste of Sherpa is the inhabitants of Golla. Namkheli to Golla takes 7/8 hours walking and then overnight at lodge.
Day 06: Golla – Pikey Base Camp [3,600 m] - (B,L,D): We walk in the jungle. If you come in the spring you will see a lot of Rhododendron flowers. You have the chance to see many wild birds and animals. You can see a great view of many snow-capped mountains. Three hours trek after early morning breakfast from Golla following Lamomane-Dallemane-Muktumje through the dense forest will lead to Naur dada which consists of 4/5 hotels. During the trek one can observe beautiful villages of Koshinasha, Golla and Gupchuka. After having lunch from Naaur dada 2-3 hours of uphill trek will lead to reach Pikey Base camp which is situated at an elevation of 3,600m and have accommodation facility of 2/3 hotels.
Day 07: Pikey Base Camp – Pikey Peak – Junbesi [2,860 m] - (B,L,D): We get up early in the morning with warm clothes and climb up Pikey Peak (4,070m.).It is about one hour walking to get to Pikey Peak. You will see the best sunrise and magnificent view of the Himalayas like Dhaulagiri, Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, AmaDamlam, Lhotse, Nupatse, Numbur, Gaurisankhar, Langtang to the far west and others mountains. After this unforgettable view, We will see all the mountains from here as well. After that, we hike down to Jarsabhanjyang for breakfast.Then start trek towards Junbesi. We can be reached Taktor(Lunch Place) after 2/3 hrs hiking from Jarsabhyanjyang. After taking lunch we can be reached 2/3 hrs Junbesi from Taktor.Junbesi is considered to be Sherpa's most beautiful villages, which lies at the height of 2990m. Above sea level. There are 1 ancient Budhist Monestry.It was the Point old famous route of Everest Trekking Route. There are 8-/10 well facilitated hotels operated by local Sherpas. Pikey base Camp to Junbesi takes 7/8 hours hiking and then overnight at lodge.
Day 08: Junbesi –Thupten Chholing- Junbesi [2,860 m] - (B,L,D): Thupten Chholing is a celibate Buddhist monastery located in the high and remote mountains of Nepal. Founded by His Holiness Thrulsik Rinpoche in the 1960's after fleeing Tibet, it is an independent and autonomous institution. Consequently, Thupten Choling has been able to remain authentically traditional, and hidden from the outside world. Due to its remoteness and increasing population, the 700 resident monks and nuns live with dwindling resources, no public health facilities, and have little chance of sustaining themselves in the long run unless their limited resources are managed wisely. After breakfast, we will take a hike of the Thupten Chholing Monastery 2800m. Explore the monastery and meditate with nuns. Rest of the day is to on your own to explore. Today, we will hike about 4/5 hours, we will have lunch at Thupten Chholing Monastery. Overnight in Junbesi at Lodge.
Day 09: Junbesi – Chiwang - Phaplu [2,414 m] - (B,L,D): After the morning breakfast, trek for 3 hours to reach Chiwong monastery. Chiwong monastery is situated at an altitude of 9,000 feet on the cliff of Chiwong hill about 3 hours walking distance from Phaplu airport also, Solu Khumbu district, At one time Chiwong Monastery echoed with the prayers and scholastic activities of many monks and nuns who resided here. Chiwong Monastery has the privilege to host the Dza-Rong-Phuk Sangey Ngawang Tenzing Jangpo from 1955-1958. His Holiness Thrulshig Rinpoche has lived in this monastery from 1960-1967. Chiwong monastery Celebrates Mani Rimdu festival full moon of October every year. The Mani Rimdu Festival is a colorful occasion that takes place in the most spectacular of settings in the foothills of the Himalayas. Performed by the monks of Chiwong monasteries, it depicts the victory of Buddhism over the ancient ‘Bon’ religion. Phaplu is situated at an altitude of 2400m.There is airport, hospital and nursey. There are 8/10 hotels for tourists. It is also possible to sightseena round Salleri Bazer, headquarter of Solukhumbu district after eating lunch at Phaplu. Junbesi to Phaplu takes 5/6 hours hiking and then overnight at lodge.
Day 10: Fly Back to Kathmandu [1,330 m] - (B): Early morning we once again board our flight through the Himalayan mountain range back to Kathmandu. On arrival, we are transferred to our hotel. The remainder of the day is free. This day also acts as a buffer day in case our flight to or from Lukla is cancelled for weather reasons.
Day 11: Free day in Kathmandu [1,330 m] - (B): There are plenty of interesting sites to visit in the Kathmandu valley like the Old Palaces at Patan, Bhaktapur, Durbar square, Swayambhunath (the monkey temple or you may wonder down town Thamel to shop for souvenirs and sample the various restaurants of Kathmandu. We are happy to offer you some recommendations.
Day 12: Fly back home - (B): We will transfer you to the airport and assist with check-in procedures.
Note: If the above itinerary does not meet your needs, we can design individualized travel plans based on your preferences.
