Day 1
Dhap to Jhapre
5 hrs / 12 km / sleep 2,920 m
Trek through terraced fields and rhododendron forests with views of Numbur Himal.
Everest
Pikey Peak Trek
A hidden gem offering one of the best panoramic views in Nepal. From Pikey Peak summit you see Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Lhotse, and Dhaulagiri in a 180° sweep — without the crowds of the EBC trek.
Easy5 days4,065 mMar–May, Sep–Nov
Photo: Tom Simcock / Wikimedia CommonsOverview
Trek overview
Long-form route context for planning, pacing, and realistic expectations.
A hidden gem offering one of the best panoramic views in Nepal. From Pikey Peak summit you see Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Lhotse, and Dhaulagiri in a 180° sweep — without the crowds of the EBC trek.
This itinerary is synced from TrekGuard mobile app data and includes 5 planned days, 45 km of walking, and 2,200 m of total elevation gain.
Highlights include Pikey Peak summit (4,065m), 180° Himalayan panorama, Sherpa villages & monasteries, Sunrise over Everest.
Itinerary
Daily route plan
Day 2
Jhapre to Pikey Base Camp
6 hrs / 14 km / sleep 3,640 m
Steeper ascent through yak pastures and small monasteries to Pikey Base Camp.
Day 3
Pikey Base Camp to Junbesi
7 hrs / 16 km / sleep 2,680 m
Early morning summit of Pikey Peak (4,065m) for sunrise with 180° Himalayan views. Descend to Junbesi.
Day 4
Junbesi acclimatization
4 hrs / 6 km / sleep 2,680 m
Explore Junbesi village and visit the Thupten Chholing Monastery.
Day 5
Junbesi to Phaplu
4 hrs / 10 km / sleep 2,475 m
Gentle trek to Phaplu through Sherpa villages. Fly back to Kathmandu.
Map
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- Duration
- 5 days
- Altitude
- 4,065 m
- Updated
- 2026
Route files are planning references only. Always follow current trail conditions, local notices, and guide advice.
Packing checklist
Use a mobile-friendly checklist for clothing, electronics, medicine, documents, and trail gear.
Altitude and safety
Prepare before pushing higher.
Climb gradually and take acclimatization seriously.
Check weather, wind, and daylight before long days.
Descend and seek help if altitude symptoms worsen.
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