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Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek

Highlights:
Trip duration: 7 nights and 8 days (2 days by bus and 6 walking).
Trip start/end: At Bhumdi Bandar and Phaplu/Salleri.
Trip grade: Moderate difficulty.
Villages : Bandar, Gumba danda and Junibesi.
Trek style : Teahouse trek.
Activities : Walking & trekking
The best season: October to June.
The highest elevation: Pikey Peak 4,067 meters.
Ethnic group: Majority of Sharpas, Tamang, Jirel and Chhetris.
Culture : Hundusim and Buddisum.
The Himalayan Scenery: Everest, Lhotse, Kanchenjanga, Makalu, Ama Dablam, Gari Shanker, Number Himal, Dhaulagiri and Annapurnas.
The Lake: Dhudh Kunda Lake.
Pikey Danda Numbur Himal and Mount Everest views from Pikey Peak Trail.
Number Himal Matt and Grace (Numbur Himal on the background).
Pikey Peak 4067m Prayer flags at Pikey Peak (4,067 meters).
Pikey Peak Base Camp Teahouse at Pikey Base Camp (3,640 meters).
Juni Besi village Junbesi village
Thupten Chholing Monastery Thupten Chholing Gumpa
Bundar village Bundar village
Pikey Danda
Number Himal
Pikey Peak 4067m
Pikey Peak Base Camp
Juni Besi village
Thupten Chholing Monastery
Bundar village

Pikey Peak Cultural Trek is a newly opened teahouse trekking route in the lower section of the Everest region. It is a remote area where you meet a few trekkers en route. It is also a culturally rich trekking area, where you can see ancient Buddhist monasteries, Mani walls, Stupas, temples, and Hindu pilgrimage sites along the way. It offers majestic views of Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Ama Dablam, Mera Peak, Gauri Shankar, and Numbur Himal to the North and deep valleys dropping away into the clouds to the South from Pikey Peak. You can enjoy the breathtaking sunrise and Sunset views from Pikey Peak at elevation 4,067 meters.

Sir Edmund Hillary said it is his favorite view of Mount Everest (8,848.86 meters) from Pikey Peak, located at an elevation of 4,067 meters. We agree with him. The Sherpas believe that their clan god resides at Pikey Peak, where locals gather to worship and pray during the month of July. Dudh Kunda is a sacred Lake in the Base Camp of the mountain Numbur Himal. The Shaman dance festival is celebrated at the Lake on the full moon of August each year.

We visit Thupten Choling Monastery in Junebesi. His Holiness Trulsik Rinpoche found it in the 1960s after fleeing Tibet. It is an independent and autonomous institution. Consequently, Thupten Choling has remained authentically traditional and hidden from the outside world. Around 300 monks live there.

Five different types of Rhododendrons bloom in the forest from April to May. This trek is also rich in Himalayan flora and fauna. You could see yaks grazing around Pikey Peak.

The Pikey Peak Cultural Trek begins with a bus ride from Kathmandu to Bhumdi Bandar. The trek to Pikey Peak is lined with villages, ancient Buddhist monasteries, and breathtaking views of the Himalayan scenery. The trek ends at Phaplu-Saleri and travels to Kathmandu by flight or bus. It’s a bus ride in the scenic hilly region from Phaplu to Kathmandu. Tara and Summit Air fly directly from Kathmandu to Phaplu Airport twice weekly.

Day to day itinerary:

Please check the High Camp Trekking cardboard upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport. Our company representative will help you get to the hotel.

Includes: Bed and breakfast with tea or coffee.
We explain each day's trek program and provide a packing list of trekking equipment. We obtain hiking passes and buy bus tickets. We also take you on a tour of the World Heritage Site, Sawayambunath (Monkey Temple).

Includes: Bed and breakfast with tea or coffee.
After breakfast, we will go to the bus station at 6:00 AM. The bus leaves Kathmandu at 7:00 AM. The road from Jiri to Bhundi Bandar winds east and north from Kathmandu about 200m via the Araniko and Lamosangu—Ramechhap Highway. When driving from Kathmandu to Bhumdi Bandar, we pass through villages, paddy fields, the Sun Koshi and Bhote Koshi River valley, and Jiri. It is a mix of pitched and dirty road driving, which takes 8 hours.

Includes: Accommodation at the teahouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea or coffee.
Today is the longest trek day, with mixed down and uphill walking. We descend to Likhu Khola (River) in the morning. The Likhu Khola is at the border of Ramechhap and Solu-Khumbu district - the home of the Sherpa ethnic and Mt. Everest. After crossing the river, we ascend to Chaula Kharka, where we take an hour-long break for lunch. From here, we continue to climb to Gomba Danda through villages and Rhododendron trees. There are two monasteries at Gomba Danda, which will be visited upon arrival.

Includes: Accommodation at the teahouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea or coffee.
Leaving Gomba Danda village, we ascend through the Rhododendron forest toward Ngaur (3350m), which has a teashop, a Nepal Government-owned Yak cheese factory, and a monastery. From here, you walk gradually uphill through the Pine and Rhododendrons forest to reach Pikey Peak Base Camp. We could see Mt. Gaurishanker, Nambur Himal, Mani walls (carving mantras), prayer flags, birds, wild animals, and yak en route.

Includes: Accommodation at the teahouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea or coffee.
We head up to Pikey Peak viewpoint at 5:00 AM. From Base Camp, it's a gradual uphill walk to reach Pikey Peak in an hour. It is the highlight of the trek because we can see Sunrise and long panoramic views of the Himalayas from Annapurna to Kanchenjunga ranges, including Mt. Everest from the top of the Pikey Peak at elevation 4067m. We descend to Base Camp for breakfast and pack the bag. After breakfast, we head to Jasmane Bhanjyang through the Rhododendron forest.

Includes: Accommodation at the teahouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea or coffee.
After breakfast, we ascend through the ridge toward Lamajura. We could see close views of Mt. Numbur Himal (6969m) and Mt. Everest before the short-cut trail branch of Taktor village through the dense forest of fire birch, pine, and rhododendrons. We pass the Sherpa villages and monasteries en route and see the daily life of Sherpas from Taktor to Junbesi village. We take a tour of monasteries, Stupas, and schools in Junbesi, a typical Sherpa village.

Includes: Accommodation at the teahouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea or coffee.
After breakfast, a two-hour gradual uphill walk leads us to Thupten Choling monastery, which Trulisik Rinpoche founded in the 1960s after fleeing Tibet. Now, it is an institution of 300 monks and nuns (80% of whom are Tibetan refugees). His Holiness is very precious; he is one of the Dalai Lama's primary teachers. We are back to Junbesi for lunch, and the afternoon is free time.

Includes: Accommodation at teahouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea or coffee.
Leaving Junbesi, we walk downhill and uphill through trekking trails and rough roads to reach Phaplu. En route, we could see Mt. Numbur Himal, Stupas, mani walks, and the daily life of locals. After lunch, we went to Saleri Bazaar, which held a Saturday market.

Includes: Accommodation at teahouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea or coffee.
Salleri—Phaplu is connected by road and air transport from Kathmandu. We catch the bus early in the morning. This is a very scenic drive through the middle hills of Nepal. We pass several villages and Himalayan River valleys and have breakfast and lunch en route. It is a full day of driving, which gives you more opportunities to see Nepal.

Includes: Breakfast and lunch, and dinner with tea or coffee.
Kathmandu has many interesting cultural Heritage sites. You can tour the Great Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple.


Includes: Bed and Breakfast.
Our company representative will drop you at Kathmandu Airport on a time flight back home.


Includes: Breakfast and International Airport transfer.
The Trek itinerary can be changed for an exciting side trip and additional acclimatization day if needed while on the trek.

Do you have any questions about Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek starting point - Dhap or Shivalaya? How can it be customized to your needs? Please DM us.

The following costs and dates are per person for online booking. If the fixed departure dates do not match your schedule, please DM us, and we will be happy to customize your trip for the date you need.

If you are in a group (2 to 15 people), we offer a discount on the package.

Fixed Departure dates:
Trip Date Trip Name Price Space Left Status -
14 Sep 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
21 Sep 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
28 Sep 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
4 Oct 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
11 Oct 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
18 Oct 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
25 Oct 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
4 Nov 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
11 Nov 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
18 Nov 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
25 Nov 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
4 Dec 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
11 Dec 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
18 Dec 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
25 Dec 2025 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
4 Jan 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
11 Jan 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
18 Jan 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
25 Jan 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
1 Feb 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
8 Feb 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
15 Feb 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
22 Feb 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
1 Mar 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
8 Mar 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
15 Mar 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
22 Mar 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
29 Mar 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
5 Apr 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
12 Apr 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
19 Apr 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
26 Apr 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
3 May 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
10 May 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
17 May 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
24 May 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
31 May 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
20 Sep 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
27 Sep 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
4 Oct 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
11 Oct 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
18 Oct 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
25 Oct 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
1 Nov 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
8 Nov 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
15 Nov 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
22 Nov 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
29 Nov 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
6 Dec 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
13 Dec 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
20 Dec 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
27 Dec 2026 Pikey Peak (Cultural) Trek $800 per person 15 Open
Cost includes:
  • International & domestic Airport pick up and departure.
  • Two nights accommodation (standard twin bed room with breakfast) at Hotel in Kathmandu.
  • Gaurishanker Conservation hiking passes.
  • Kathmandu to Jiri to Shivalaya by public bus.
  • Teahouse meals for clients: 9 Breakfasts, 9 Luches and 8 Dinners with tea/coffee etc. Meals can be selected from menu and will have enough daily.
  • Normal room with twin beds and sharing bathroom at teahouse.
  • Trekking staffs: an experienced guide and porters.
  • Salary and meals for guide and porters.
  • Inusrance of guide and porters.
Cost does not include:
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Personal trekking equipment of clients.
  • Mineral water, boiled water, coke, Fanta, sprite, fresh or can juice, biscuit, sprite, beer, and whiskey etc.
  • Personal Insurance of clients (medical and emergency evacuation covered).
  • Tips for guide and porters.
  • Sightseeing in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan.
  • International flight tickets and Nepal tourist visa (you can obtain tourist visa upon arrival at the Kathmandu Airport).

More info for extra cost:

Please read carefully. The cost includes and does not include the above. All meals are included with tea or coffee during the trek. We do not serve drinking water, which can be purchased at the teahouse for $1 to $3 per liter. You can take water-purifying tablets or Seripen for a cheaper solution. Wi-Fi, battery charge, and hot showers are omitted. The battery charge costs $1 to $5 per hour per device (a power bank is a cheaper alternative). The gas shower is $3 to $5 per head.

We include public bus tickets to the trailhead and back to Kathmandu. If you prefer traveling by private jeep or flight, you will need to add the cost to the package.

We ensure our trekking staff are equipped with warm clothing. We also do our best for your safety. However, we suggest you buy comprehensive travel insurance covering flight cancellation, medical treatment, and Helicopter rescue emergency evacuation. Please purchase a policy that covers trekking activities up to 4500m for the days you will be trekking.

Inquiry

    Trekking eqipment list:
    • Comfortable hiking boot. Three pairs of socks. Sandals.
    • Fleece jacket, three T-shirts, two trekking trousers, two drip-dry T-shirts, a woolen/fleece hat, glove, water/windproof jacket and trouser, Sunglass, lip balm, Sun screem (50+), Sun hat, a light scarf, soap/shampoo and trekking towel etc.
    • Sleeping bag (-5 degree centigrade) with hood.
    • Water purifier tablets, 2L water bottle, hiking poles, medical kit and tourch light with spare batteries etc.
    • A down Jacket, one long underwear and snow gaiters for the winter trip from January to February.
    • A few interesting books and a pack of cards.
    • Plastic bag for waste and toiltet papers.
    • A padlock.
    • A day bag (35 liters)
    • Rucksack or large enough duffel bag (65 to 75 liters).

    Note: We offer rental facilities for down jackets and sleeping bags for our clients. The rental fee is $1.5 per sleeping bag and down jacket per day.

    The following are the reasons for a trip booking with us.
    • We are registered with the Department of Nepal Tourism and have the authority to operate trek and climb in the Himalayas of Nepal. We are the taxpayers of the Nepal Government. We are a Trekking Agency of the Association of Nepal (TAAN) and Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) member. We are a healthy and up-to-date local trekking agency based in Kathmandu, Nepal.
    • You can book the trip with a minimal advance and pay the rest of the trip amount upon arrival in Kathmandu/Nepal.
    • Payment Method:

      Please read the terms and conditions of High Camp Trekking to book a package trip. Once you agree with the terms and conditions, payment is an unavoidable part of the agreement. The following are different methods of trip booking advance payments for your convince.

      1) American Dollar Account:

      Name of the Bank:- Everest Bank Limited, Thamel Branch.
      Name of Account Holder:- High Camp Trekking Pvt. Ltd.
      Account No:- 03500105200138.
      Swift Code No:- EVBLNPKA.

      Note:- Please pay any amount charged to you by your bank for transferring the booking advance in money to us.

      2) If you would like to transfer the deposit by Western Union, MoneyGram, or IME, you can use the name of our company owner/manager, Norsang Lama.
    • Once you have booked the trip with us, trip departure is guaranteed. If you want to postpone the trip departure date, you do not need to pay an extra fee. We never let you down after we received payment for the trip running. We do hard work for every single dollar.
    • Our experienced, trained, and professional guide takes good care of the clients. Our guide always remembers your questions about plants, people, animals, and the mountains. You can feel the difference between having a great trekking guide through our agency.
    • Our experienced, trained, and professional guide takes good care of the clients. Our guide always remembers your questions about plants, people, animals, and the mountains. You can feel the difference between having a great trekking guide through our agency.
    • We respond to every email/inquiry in less than 24 hours. You can also call us anytime at +977-9841876395 (our 24-hour support team).

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