Exploring Pikey Peak and Mani Rimdu Festival
Pikey Peak with a Great View of Mt Everest
The Pikey Peak Trek is an off-beaten trekking route in the Solukhumbu region of Nepal. Pikey Peak is situated at an altitude of 4,065 meters (13,335 feet). The local Sherpa Clan deity, Pikey Peak, represents the sky above nature. The trail to Pikey Peak is covered with lush rhododendron, oak, and pine forests.
Pikey Peak Trek offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan Mountain Range. We will have incredible views of Mt. Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Annapurna, Gaurishankar, Lhotse, Nuptse, Numbur, Sishapangma, Thamserku, and Mera Peak. On a clear day, you can see all eight 8,000-meter peaks of Nepal from Pikey Peak.
Mani Rimdu is a vibrant and spiritually significant festival celebrated primarily by the Sherpa community in the Himalayan region, particularly in Nepal and Tibet. This colourful and lively event combines elements of Buddhism, Tibetan culture, and traditional Sherpa practices. Mani Rimdu typically takes place in the fall, following the Tibetan lunar calendar, and lasts for several days.
The festival centers around the reenactment of Buddhist myths and legends through elaborate masked dances, ritual music, and chants performed by monks in ornate monasteries, such as the Tengboche Monastery in the Everest region. These performances symbolize the triumph of Buddhism over evil forces and are meant to bless the participants and the community as a whole.
Mani Rimdu is also a time for the Sherpa people to unite, renew their bonds, and receive blessings from the lamas (Buddhist monks). Pilgrims and tourists are often welcome to witness and participate in this unique cultural and religious celebration, making it a fascinating and enriching experience for those fortunate enough to attend.
Programs Details
Program Highlights
Highlights
- Beautiful view Sir Edmund Hillary called this one of the best views of Mt. Everest (the highest point on the planet).
- Moderate Trail: The Pikey Peak Trek is suitable for people of all ages...
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Program Days Plan
A typical day will include:
- 6:00 am: Wake-up
- 7:00 – 7:30: Stretch, Select Day leader, Brief the day, light breakfast
- 7:30 – 10:30: Hike (observe the local lifestyle and surroundings)
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Join this Program
Pikey Peak and Mani Rimdu Trek is an annual program designed by Mountain Mandala Institute. The main objective of this program is to give you a chance to experience nature and culture in a different way. Focusing on community interaction and team building this trip will help you enhance your knowledge and view life diff...
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About Us
We are a research-based institution based in Kathmandu, Nepal. Our programs are developed around the theme "Classroom in Nature and Community," an open-air classroom approach where we learn from soil, culture, nature, and heritage.
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