Pikey Peak vs Ghorepani Poon Hill
Pick Pikey Peak for
peace and quiet, tight budgets, fewer people
Pick Ghorepani Poon Hill for
family trips, an easier walk, fewer days
| Pikey Peak | Ghorepani Poon Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Nepal, Solukhumbu, Koshi | Nepal, Myagdi, Gandaki |
| Highest point | 4,065 m | 3,210 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Easy–moderate |
| Trek distance | about 45 km | about 40 km |
| Days on the ground | 6–7 | 4–5 |
| Best months | Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov | Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec |
| Snow likely | Jan, Feb | Jan, Feb |
| Crowds in season | Quiet | Busy |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,000 | about ₹3,000 |
| Gateway | Kathmandu (Jiri / Dhap) | Pokhara |
| With kids | Possible | Good |
| With seniors | Possible | Possible |
| Permits | Sagarmatha National Park permit not needed; TIMS applies in parts. Check locally. | ACAP permit. Check current guide rules. |
Pikey Peak: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Ghorepani Poon Hill: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely