Package Overview

The Pikey Base Camp trek is a moderate-level trek located in the Solu Khumbu region of Nepal. During the trek, we cover a distance of approximately 45-50 kilometers (28-31 miles) which can be completed in 5-6 days. The trek involves hiking up and down through forests, traditional Sherpa villages, and open grasslands.

While on the trek, you are rewarded with stunning views of the Himalayan Mountain range, including Mount Everest, Numbur, Karyolung, and Thamserku. The trek also passes through traditional Sherpa villages, providing an opportunity to experience the local culture and lifestyle.

Accommodation in the Pikey Base Camp trek is basic and you will be staying in teahouses or lodges along the trekking route. These teahouses provide basic accommodation and meals for trekkers and are generally run by local families.

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Day wise Itinerary

  • Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu 1400m/4594ft

    When you arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, a representative from Kantipur Holidays will be there to greet you and take you to your hotel. Once you have checked in, you can take some time to rest or visit the Kantipur Holidays office.

    Later in the evening, Kantipur Holidays will host a welcome dinner where you can enjoy excellent, authentic Nepalese cuisine and get a taste of the local food culture. This will be a great opportunity to meet your fellow travelers and get to know your tour guide.

    Meals: Welcome Dinner

  • Day 2 : Drive to Dhap, Trek to Japre 2920m/9580ft

    The drive from Kathmandu to Dhap takes approximately 7-8 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions. The journey starts from Kathmandu and takes you through the scenic countryside of Nepal. You will pass through several small towns and villages along the way, and get a glimpse of the daily life of the local people.

    Upon reaching Dhap, we start our trek to Jhapre. The trek from Dhap to Jhapre is a moderate-level trek that takes approximately 3 to 4 hours to complete. The trail takes you through beautiful forests, terraced fields, and traditional Nepali villages. You will cross several suspension bridges over the rivers and streams, and climb steep uphill sections in some parts. Along the way, you can enjoy the stunning views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest, as well as the traditional Sherpa villages and their unique culture and lifestyle.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Driving Duration: 7 to 8 hours

    Trekking Duration: 3 to 4 hours

  • Day 3 : Trek to Pikey Peak Base Camp 3640m/11942ft

    The trek from Jhapre to Pikey Base Camp is approximately 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) and takes around 5-6 hours to complete. The trek is a moderate-level trek that involves hiking up steep uphill sections, crossing suspension bridges, and traversing through forests and grasslands.

    The trek offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan Mountain range, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga. You will also get to witness the stunning sunrise and sunset views from Pikey Peak, which is the highest point of the trek. Along the way, you will pass through several traditional Sherpa villages and get a glimpse of the local culture and lifestyle.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Trekking Duration: 5 to 6 hours

  • Day 4 : Sunrise at Pikey Peak and Trek to Loding 2515m/8251ft

    Starting early in the morning, you'll follow a gradual trail to the summit, covered with prayer flags. The views are breathtaking! If the weather is clear, you'll be rewarded with panoramic views from Annapurna in the west to Kanchenjunga in the east.

    From the top of Pikey Peak, you'll follow a ridgeline that starts flat and then steepens as you enter the forest to Jase Bhanjyang, where breakfast will be waiting. After breakfast, you'll continue your walk down to Loding, which passes through some steep sections of the forest. At Loding, you'll have a couple of choices for accommodation that are both simple and charming.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Trekking Duration: 6 to 7 hours

  • Day 5 : Trek from Loding to Junbesi, Visit Thubtenchoeling Monastery 2675m/8776ft

    You'll start the day by heading down the ridgeline for breakfast at Jase Bhanjyang. Leaving there, there are a few options for the descent to Junbesi. The most likely is a stunning shortcut trail that leaves the ridge shortly after Jase Bhanjyang and descends steeply through spectacular old-growth forest to Taktor. This path meets the Everest Base Camp trail coming from Jiri. The tea houses from here are a little more developed, and you're likely to meet a few other tourists for the first time.

    From Taktor, it is a couple of hours on a lovely trail to Junbesi. Junbesi is a traditional Sherpa village sitting at an altitude of 2675 m/ 8776 ft. and is the cradle of Sherpa culture and architecture. The Sherpas consider the Solukhumbu a sacred valley. In this remote part of Nepal that borders Tibet, Buddhism flourishes and there are numerous Buddhist monasteries along the way.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Trekking Duration: 6 to 7 hours

  • Day 6 : Trek from Junbesi to Taksindu 2960m/9711ft

    The trek from Junbesi to Taksindu is approximately 9 kilometers (5.6 miles) and takes around 5 to 6 hours to complete. The trek is a moderate-level trek that involves hiking up steep uphill sections and traversing through forests and traditional Sherpa villages.

    During the trek, you are rewarded with breathtaking views of the Himalayan Mountain range, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam. You will also get to witness the stunning sunrise and sunset views from the Taksindu Monastery, which is the main attraction of the trek. Along the way, you will pass through several traditional Sherpa villages and get a glimpse of the local culture and lifestyle.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Trekking Duration: 5 to 6 hours

  • Day 7 : Trek from Taksindu to Phaplu and Explore Chiwong Gompa 2459m/8067ft

    Today, we leave the main trekking route and take a path down to Phaplu through the pine and rhododendron forests. There's also the option of hiking up to Chiwong Gompa, perched high on a cliff overlooking the valley. This monastery was founded in 1923 and has magnificent celebrations for the Mani Rimdu festival in autumn. From there, we continue down into Phaplu and celebrate the completion of a trek at your cozy tea house.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Trekking Duration: 4 to 5 hours

  • Day 8 : Drive from Phaplu to Kathmandu

    Today we bid farewell to the mountains and board our vehicle for the drive back into the Kathmandu Valley. In the evening, we will host you a farewell dinner to celebrate the successful completion of the journey.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Driving Duration: 8 to 9 hours

  • Day 9 : Final Departure

    Today marks the conclusion of our journey. Around three hours prior to our flight, a representative from Kantipur Holidays would drop us off at the airport. We will have plenty of time on the trip home to plan our upcoming excursion in the magnificent nation of Nepal.

    Meals: Breakfast

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Inclusions

  • Hotel
  • 2 nights’ accommodation in 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • 6 nights' nights’ accommodation in best available guest houses during the trek.
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)-hygienic, open menu, unlimited during the trek.
  • Welcome and Farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
  • All ground transfers in comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary.
  • Chief Experienced, English speaking, government licensed trek leader.
  • Strong and reliable porter to carry your luggage. 2 trekkers:1 porter.
  • Seasonal fruits during the trek.
  • Sleeping bag and down jacket to be returned after trip completion.
  • Kantipur Holidays T-shirt, trekking map, trekking certificate and duffel bag are yours to take home.
  • First Aid Box carried by your trek leader.
  • Entrance fee (national parks and TIMS)
  • All government and local taxes

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Exclusions

  • Travel Insurance
  • International flights
  • Nepal VISA fee
  • Lunch in Kathmandu
  • Personal expenses-laundry, WIFI, cold drinks, mineral water, charger and phone calls
  • tips for guides, porters and drivers
  • Anything not mentioned in INCLUDED

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Package Start From

  • Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

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Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.

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Welcome to Kantipur Holidays P. Ltd, a leading tour operator based in Kathmandu (Nepal)! With our unrivaled travel expertise and exceptional travel services, you can enjoy an awesome vacation by availing of our tours for Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, UAE, and India. Incepted in the year 2015, we have created a track record of excellent service delivery.

The advantage of Kantipur Holidays P. Ltd over its competitors is the adeptness of its dynamic team of professionals and highly motivated management that cooperate with each other harmoniously and work dedicatedly for the achievement of the company’s goals. Our team takes a very personal approach to creating perfectly customized holidays for our guests.

The travel product that we offer is often updated to give our guests the perfect holidays possible in their desired destination. Our package tours range from easy touring to the most challenging activities, all focusing in depth on tourism in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, UAE, and India.

We are specialized in arranging honeymoon holidays, beach holidays, adventure trips, religious yatras like Buddhist pilgrimage tours in Nepal, Tibet, & Bhutan, Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, etc.,  culture & heritage tours, wildlife tours, yoga & Ayurveda tours, family holidays, group holidays, etc. Some of our other services include car & coach rental, hotel/motel/luxury resort/guesthouse booking, flight booking, train reservation, passport & visa processing, and travel insurance needs. Furthermore, we are engaged in organizing events for our clients and have successfully arranged many corporate and private events in Nepal, UAE, Thailand, and Sri Lanka since our inception.

We are in constant communication with our local partners in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, UAE, and India, enabling us to provide you with the extraordinary services available. On top of everything, we make sure that you are facilitated with 24 X 7 customer care without any negligence.

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