Side by side
| Pikey Peak Trek | Khopra Danda Trek | |
|---|---|---|
| Days | 6 | 8 |
| Highest point | 4,065 m | 4,660 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate | |
| Total distance | 100 km | 78 km |
| Best months | March to May and October to December | March to May and October to December |
| Typical cost | $1,000 to $2,000 | $680 to $1,150 |
| Starts from | Dhap or Phaplu | Nayapul or Ghandruk, near Pokhara |
| Permits | 1 | 2 |
Choose the Pikey Peak Trek if
The Pikey Peak Trek is a short, low-altitude route in the lower Solukhumbu region. It offers some of the best panoramic views of the Mount Everest range without the need for long acclimatization. The trail passes through authentic Sherpa villages, quiet monasteries, and lush rhododendron forests.
Requires a good level of physical fitness.
Choose the Khopra Danda Trek if
The Khopra Danda trek is an 8 day ridge trail in Nepal's Annapurna region reaching 3,660 m at the lodge and 4,660 m at holy Khayer Lake. It offers close panoramic views of Mount Dhaulagiri across the Kali Gandaki gorge without the heavy foot traffic of Poon Hill.
Steep forest trails and an exposed ridgeline. The excursion up to Khayer Lake at 4,660 m requires good fitness, early morning departures and steady footing over loose stone paths.
