‘enjoy the unparalleled panorama of Himalaya peaks with Mt. Everest’
Highlights:
“Less visited hidden area of Southern Everest region around tranquil surroundings.
Breathtaking panorama of Himalaya range of peaks with views of Mt. Everest
Enjoy walk on serene trail into enchanting forest of rhododendron and pines
Explore local farm villages enriched with age-old heritage culture and custom.
On off the beaten tracks away from main busy trails within complete wilderness”
Trek Short Profile:
Trekking Mode: Tented Camping and local lodges where available
Trekking Grade: Moderate and Adventurous.
Trekking Area: Solu-Khumbu around Everest area.
Highest point: On top Pike Hill 4,067 m / 13,421 feet high.
Mode of Transport: Short flight both ways or with drives.
Trekking duration: 07 / 08 Days with flights either ways or drives.
Total Trip: 11 / 12 Days from main arrival to departure.
Best seasons for Pike Hill Trekking:
The best time for this wonderful adventure is the mid-spring and autumn to pre-winter seasons, spring from March to May, and autumn/fall begins from September to November months. Can visit during the pre-winter time also in early December where days clear but cold morning and night time. Springtime from March to May is lively with wildflowers in seasonal bloom, especially the rhododendrons and orchids of various species.
Which you will witness during flowering times around high Pike hill during March to May. In the spring season, most days are fine and with longer sun-light hours, but can get an overcast late afternoon with chances of snow sometimes on high altitude, as well on passes.
Autumn / fall from September to November another best time for this trek with fine days, clear blue sky for views and walks. But days are shorter due to sun-light hours, temperatures drop to a cold morning, late afternoon, and nighttime around higher elevation, but clear starry nights. Chances of snow on tracks above 2,000 m as well on passes.
Religion and Culture:
Starting from Solu area, the eastern people are of mixed peoples, mostly Sherpa, Rai of Kirat tribes with few Gurung, Magar, and Tamang with Hindu Chettries and Brahmin. As you enter in the heart of Solu, southern areas of Mt. Everest from Phaplu village on route to Pike Hill, highly populated by highlanders the Sherpa tribe interwoven to Buddhism religion of age-old heritage and colorful culture.