Pikey Peak – Dudkunda Trek via Taksindu-la

  • Duration
  • Destination Nepal
  • Trip Grade
  • Starts at
  • Ends at
  • Meals
  • Accommodation Camping
  • Max. Altitude 4500m
  • Activity Trekking
  • Group Type
  • Group Size 4+
  • Best Season spring and Autumn
Highlights

Pike Peak – Dudkunda trail is the less crowded trekking route in lower Khumbu region. This trek is perfect for those people who want to explore the quieter virgin areas, which offers dramatic exploration of Himalaya.The trail follows through beautiful alpine and rhododendron forest, mani walls, sherpa villages,ancient monastries. Likewise from the top of Pikey Peak the panoramic view of the himalayan rangaincluding Mt. everest,Numbur, Kharyalung, kangtega, Kanchenjunga, Makalu and sweeping view of valleys. Dudkunda lake,Pikey Peak, Junbesi village, Thupten choling monastry with the full of  cultural and spiritual experience are the main highlight of this trek.

Pikey Peak – Dudkunda Trek via Taksindu-la Overview

Embark on an extraordinary Pikey Peak – Dudkunda Trek via Taksindu-la, an exclusive journey designed by Asian Alpine Treks and Expedition that unveils the quieter, less-crowded regions of Lower Solukhumbu. This trek is perfect for adventurers seeking a dramatic exploration of the Himalayas, away from the bustling main trails, offering a blend of breathtaking mountain views, profound spiritual sites, and incredibly diverse landscapes.

A Path Less Traveled

This unique trekking route allows you to immerse yourself in the virgin areas of the Everest region, boasting beautiful alpine and rhododendron forests, ancient mani walls, and authentic Sherpa villages. From the summit of Pikey Peak (Max. Altitude 4,500m / 14,764ft), you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular panoramic view of the entire Himalayan range, including the majestic Mt. Everest, Numbur, Kharyalung, Kangtega, Kanchenjunga, and Makalu, alongside sweeping vistas of valleys.

A key spiritual highlight is Dudhkunda Lake, a milky glacial lake nestled in the lap of Mt. Numbur. Locally known in the Sherpa language as Shorong Yul Lha, it is believed to be the protector of Solu. This holy lake, surrounded by mountainous terrain, is revered as the abode of Lord Shiva and serves as a significant destination for Hindu pilgrims and adventure trekkers alike. Devotees believe that taking a dip in its sacred, cold waters can absolve sins and bless childless families with children. During full-moon nights in August, pilgrims and Jakri (Shaman Priests) gather here for a week-long celebration.

As you trek, you’ll pass through dense forests vibrant with rhododendrons, Nepal’s national flower, which are in full bloom from March to May. The autumn months (September to December) also offer temperate weather, clear skies, and a chance to see these wild flowers. You’ll encounter diverse flora and fauna, and perhaps even yak and nak grazing in the pastures. However, it’s the warm hospitality and friendly atmosphere of the local Sherpa and Rai people that truly make your Pikey-Dudhkunda trekking unforgettable, offering a unique opportunity to connect with their simple country life and rich culture.

This trek is a beautiful combination of natural grandeur and cultural exploration, passing through alpine meadows and ancient monasteries. It is designed to provide a magnificent look at the high mountains and isolated beauty of the Solu region.

Pikey Peak – Dudkunda Trek – 

  • Less Crowded Trail: Explore a pristine and quieter trekking route in the Lower Khumbu region.
  • Panoramic Himalayan Views: Witness stunning views of Mt. Everest, Numbur, Kharyalung, Kangtega, Kanchenjunga, and Makalu from Pikey Peak (4,500m).
  • Dudhkunda Lake: Visit the holy milky glacial lake, a significant pilgrimage site.
  • Cultural & Spiritual Immersion: Experience Sherpa and Rai villages, ancient monasteries (like Thupten Choling), and Buddhist practices.
  • Diverse Landscapes: Trek through beautiful alpine and rhododendron forests, meadows, and observe unique flora and fauna.
  • Authentic Local Hospitality: Engage with the friendly local mountain people.
  • Kathmandu Exploration: Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu city.
  • Overland Journey: Start your adventure with a scenic drive to Salleri, avoiding Lukla flights.

Accommodation: Camping Under the Stars

This Pikey Peak – Dudkunda Trek primarily offers Camping accommodation throughout the trekking days, allowing for a truly immersive wilderness experience. For your nights in Kathmandu (Day 1 and Day 14), you will be accommodated in a comfortable 3-star hotel.

Meals: Full Board During Trek

During your trek, you will enjoy Full Board Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner). Our aim is to provide authentic Nepalese cuisine along with more common international options (Tibetan, Continental, Indian, etc.). Breakfast and dinner will be served at the campsite, where our trekking team will prepare fresh and hygienic meals. Lunch will be provided en route to your next destination. In Kathmandu, only breakfast will be served at the hotel, alongside a welcome dinner on Day 1.

How Can I Approach This Trek? Fitness & Preparation

The Pikey Peak – Dudkunda Trek via Taksindu-la is considered a Challenging grade trek. It is designed for passionate walkers who have the ability to walk at least 6-7 hours a day with a light rucksack. Some days may require walking for 7 to 8 hours. Walking at higher altitudes is more physically demanding, making this trek both demanding and challenging. To successfully accomplish this trek, you need excellent health with average physical fitness, a positive attitude, and strong determination.

To enhance your strength and stability, we highly recommend regular exercising and jogging for at least a month prior to the trek. While past hiking experience is beneficial, no specific technical skills are required for this trip. Himalayan Adventure Nepal kindly requests that if you have pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, or blood diseases, you inform us before your trek. Moreover, it is always advisable to consult with your doctor.

Best Season to Travel:

The ideal periods for the Pikey Peak – Dudkunda Trek are Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November). During these months, the weather is generally favorable with clear skies, offering the best conditions for trekking and optimal mountain views.

Day to Day Itinerary
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Namaste and a warm welcome to Nepal. You are now at the threshold of your dream destination. Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, a member of our team will transfer you to your hotel. Should you arrive early, you are welcome to explore the vibrant city of Kathmandu. During this time, you may also prepare for your trek. If you need to purchase any trekking gear, emergency supplies, snacks, or wish to exchange currency, we recommend visiting Thamel Heart Centre for your shopping needs.

  • Tea include
  • not include
  • 1

We depart Kathmandu early in the morning, preparing for a significant journey ahead. Our route takes us along a road constructed by the Japanese, winding through the mountains to the Sun Kosi River. Following the river downstream for an extended distance, we eventually cross it and continue our ascent to Okhaldunga via the Siddicharan Highway. Beyond Okhaldunga, the road gradually narrows as it climbs further into the mountains, eventually leading us to Dhap. On a clear day, Dhap offers spectacular views of the Numbur peaks, Mount Everest, and Lhotse.

  • Tea tea house
  • included
  • driving hours 9-10 hrs
  • 140-160km

After a morning breakfast, you’ll embark on your first day of trekking, giving you the opportunity to stretch your legs. The trek, lasting approximately four to five hours with break, will lead you to Jhapre, where you will overnight in a traditional teahouse a quintessential accommodation for Nepali trekkers. You will be walking by following the road way  passing beautiful sherpa village and  enjoying amazing landscape.

  • Tea Teahouse
  • included
  • 4 to 5 hours
  • 12 to 13km approx.

After breakfast, you will begin a gradual ascent towards Rakhopa, passing through Bulbule before stopping for lunch at Lamuje, where you’ll be treated to expansive valley views and a picturesque stupa. Along the way, you’ll encounter traditional yak herders’ houses and a newly reconstructed Mani Stone Wall.

Following lunch, the trail winds through a diverse forest before ascending to Pikey Base Camp, situated at 3,640 meters (11,942 feet). The sunsets here are particularly stunning, with the crisp, cool air enhancing the vibrancy of the colors.

  • Tea Teahouse
  • included
  • 6 to 7 hours
  • 14km

Hike to summit of Pikey peak for spectacular sunrise view over the Himalayas.From the top of peak you will be enjoying the panoramic view of mountains including Everest, lhoste, Numbur, Kanchenjunga and others.After enjoying the view descend down to the base camp .After the breakfast trek to Jasmane Bhanjyang for three to four hours. Jasmane Bhanjyang is another base camp for pikey peak who hike from opposite side ( from Junbesi). You will be walking through the beautiful rhododendron forest . It might be short hike after the push to submit.

  • Tea teahouse
  • included
  • base camp to peak (1.5 hrs) base camp to Bhanjyang (2/3hrs)
  • 7km

After the breakfast, you will start hike up to Jiri la . Then continue  down to  taktor village.The undulating trail passes a few Sherpa houses in Taktor before reaching your base for the night in the “Valley of the Moon” or Junbesi (8,858 feet/2,700 m).Junbesi is a beautiful  village in the Solu-Khumbu region of Nepal, known for its stunning natural beauty and traditional Sherpa culture.

  • Tea Teahouse
  • included
  • 7 to 8 hours
  • 12km

After taking breakfat at Junbesi, you will then head toward the Thupten Choeling Monastery. The walking distance from Junbesi to the monastery takes a 3 hours. This monastery was built by the Buddhist Lama Trulshik Rinpoche in 1968 . Currently, there are around 600 hundred monks and nuns residing in the monastery. Visitor to the monastery can observe Buddhist rituals and culture.  After relishing the spiritual ambiance of this significant Buddhist landmark, you will return back to Junbesi for an overnight stay.

  • Tea Lodge
  • included
  • 4 to 5 hrs
  • 6km (round trip)

Today, after the breakfast you’ll start your trek from Junbesi, crossing Mani walls and bridges, we climb down on stone steps to reach Ringmu. Ringmu is a  beautiful Sherpa village which hosts a stunning view of Numbur Himal (6958m). Here we stop for Lunch and then after, trek through thick forests on a steep trail until reaching Takshindo La Pass (2960m). Takshindo La offers a panoramic view of Numbur Himal (60958m) along with other snow-capped peaks.

  • Tea Teahouse
  • Included
  • 5 to 6 hrs
  • 11 km

Today after the breakfast with the great view of mountain. We will head forward to Beni crossing beautiful landscapes with terraced fields and beautiful mountain view. The trail is long with gain in altitude.

  • Tea Teahouse
  • included
  • 7 to 8 hrs
  • 14km

Today after the breakfast, we go hike to Dudkunda lake. Dudhkunda a milky glacial lake situated in the lap of Mt. Numbur, locally in sherpa language known as Shorong Yul Lha, which believe as the protector of Solu. Dudhkunda, a holy lake surrounded by mountainous terrain and believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva. It is a popular destination for Hindu pilgrimage tour and for adventure trekkers .Devotees  believe that taking a dip in its holy cold water would absolve them from all their sins as well as bless childless families with children. During full-moon nights in August, pilgrims and Jakri(Shaman Priests) hold a week-long celebration here. After epxloring Dudkunda we will retrace back to Beni.

 

  • Tea Basic teahouse
  • included
  • 6 to 7 hrs (round trip)
  • 15km

Today we trek from Beni to Ringmu by retracing trial which reminds the beautiful landscapes. Overnight stay at Ringmu.

  • Tea Teahouse
  • Included
  • 7 to 8 hrs
  • 16km

This is the last trekking day as you leave the main trekking route and walk the path down to reach Phaplu. You can visit Chiwang Gumba which lies high on a cliff from where you can have a nice look of the valley. You can also observe Buddhist culture.  Then, after a couple of hours of walking, you’ll reach Phaplu. Phaplu is one of the beautiful town with airport. Every week there iss twice flight from Kathmandu to Phaplu airport.

 

  • Tea Lodge
  • Included
  • 6 to 7 hrs
  • 14km

Today we bid farewell to the mountains and board our vehicle for the drive back into the Kathmandu Valley. During drive you will get to observe people engaging in daily life , beautiful landscapes and following Sunkosi river. In Kathmandu, we transfer you to hotel, and the evening is yours to relax after a long drive.

  • Tea Hotel
  • included
  • 9 to 10 hrs
  • 265km

Kathmandu Day Tour is a day full of excursions to the renowned UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Sites of Kathmandu Valley. This single-day tour is appropriate for all age groups and involves sightseeing the tourist spots and driving around the city in a private vehicle. On the tour day, a certified tour guide will lead you to 4 major historical and religious sites of Kathmandu, including Patan Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple. If you got extra time you can visit Thamel where you can purchase gift for your family and friends.

  • Tea not included
  • not included

Our team guides, porters and accompanying staff are locals with a broad knowledge about each and every location that we travel through.

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  • We have daily departures for this trip from March to May and from mid-September to mid-December. You can type in the number of passengers to book a reservation and select a date that is convenient for you. Due to group size, we never cancel a trip once you’ve made a reservation. If you would rather join the group, we will add more travelers on the selected date. You can let us know once you make a reservation or earlier.
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