Ghandruk Loop vs Pikey Peak
Pick Ghandruk Loop for
tight budgets, family trips, an easier walk, fewer days
Pick Pikey Peak for
peace and quiet, photography, fewer people
| Ghandruk Loop | Pikey Peak | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Nepal, Kaski, Gandaki | Nepal, Solukhumbu, Koshi |
| Highest point | 1,940 m | 4,065 m |
| Difficulty | Easy–moderate | Moderate |
| Trek distance | about 30 km | about 45 km |
| Days on the ground | 4–5 | 6–7 |
| Best months | Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec, Feb | Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Jan | Jan, Feb |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,800 | about ₹3,000 |
| Gateway | Pokhara | Kathmandu (Jiri / Dhap) |
| With kids | Great | Possible |
| With seniors | Good | Possible |
| Permits | ACAP permit. Check current guide rules. | Sagarmatha National Park permit not needed; TIMS applies in parts. Check locally. |
Ghandruk Loop: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Pikey Peak: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely