Side by side
| Pikey Peak Trek | Nar Phu Valley Trek | |
|---|---|---|
| Days | 6 | 10 |
| Highest point | 4,065 m | 5,320 m |
| Difficulty | Strenuous | |
| Total distance | 100 km | 115 km |
| Best months | March to May and October to December | March to May and September to November |
| Typical cost | $1,000 to $2,000 | $1,100 to $1,850 |
| Starts from | Dhap or Phaplu | Koto (near Chame) |
| 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 Nar Phu Valley Trek if
The Nar Phu Valley trek is a 10 day restricted route north of the Annapurna Circuit reaching 5,320 m at Kang La Pass. It leads into medieval stone hamlets, ancient monasteries, and dramatic trans-Himalayan gorges near the Tibetan border, requiring special permits and a registered guide.
Remote trails chiseled out of vertical canyon cliffs, sustained altitude in Phu village, and an early morning pass crossing over Kang La at 5,320 m.
