Pikey Dudhkunda

Pikey Dudhkunda

Pikey Dudhkunda trek, an off the beaten path, offers stunning views of Mt. Everest, the Himalayan Range and Dudhkunda with authentic Sherpa culture experience.

This route takes you through authentic Sherpa villages where you stay with your local hosts, through stunning forests with a great chance of spotting wildlife and up into the awe inspiring Himalayan landscape around the sacred lake famously known as Dudhkunda lake.

Pikey Dudhkunda trek is probably the best short trek near Kathmandu for the best mountain views including Mount Everest. Pikey peak is also compared with another famous view point, Poon Hill, in Annapurna region. Pikey peak trek is less crowded and provides excellent mountain views. Mountains like Mount Everest, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Gauri Shanker, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Khatang, Mt. Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Mera Peak are visible from the hill. The morning sunrise views are simply breathtaking and unforgettable.

Highlights:

☛ Ascend Pikey Peak, one of the best view points in Nepal.
☛ Gain stunning views from Mt. Kanchenjunga and the Annapurnas.
☛ Visit ‘Dudhkunda’ lake, sacred to both Buddhist and Hindu religions.
☛ Combine wilderness camping with nights in local tea houses.
☛ Experience true Sherpa hospitality in authentic villages on the route.
☛ Learn about Himalayan Buddhism and many beautiful monasteries.