Kanchenjunga Trek
Kanchenjunga trek is one of the unspoiled trekking trail in eastern part of Nepal opened only in 1988 for trekkers. Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m) is the world’s third highest mountain offers infinite variety of landscapes, cultures and panoramic views of Himalayas including the Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, & Kanchenjunga, four of the worlds five highest mountains make the trek rewarding.
Mount Kanchenjunga lies on the border of Nepal and Sikkim. Musk deer, and blue sheep are mostly found here and also the abominable snow man YETI is believed exist here. Kanchenjunga is translated along the lines of "Five Treasures of the Snow" A journey to Kanchenjunga trekking area is a special treat- starting from the tropical lowlands through great rhododendron forests and lovely villages of east Nepal up to the glacier and overwhelming views.
Kanchenjunga Conservation Area spread in an area of 2,035 square Kilometers and KCAP area has a rich diversity of wildlife including snow leopard, Himalayan black bear, musk deer red panda and others. Impheyan, pheasant, red-billed blue mangpie, shy drongo are the major birds found in Kanchenjunga Trekking route. Kanchenjunga trek to the south and north faces of the world's third highest mountain offers fantastic Himalayan views, including Everest. Kanchenjunga base camp trekking provides you with an adventure trekking in eastern part of Nepal Himalaya., which will stay forever. One of the most remote and beautiful Trekking areas in Nepal, which, unused to foreign visitors, still lies shrouded in mystery. Kanchenjunga region trekking trails start from 1200 meters (4,000ft) to 5180 meters (17,094ft) above sea level.
Kanchenjunga Trekking begins from Suketar Taplejung accessible by air or Basantapur accessible by road. Kanchenjunga trekking walk through lush rhododendron forests you climb on into high alpine terrain beyond the village of Gunsa. A camp established high above this village that provides amazing views of Kanchenjunga South face. Returning to Gunsa you then cross the Lapsung La pass, Selele pass and trek on the Yalung Glacier and Kanchenjunga Base Camp. Kanchenjunga base camp trekking is still exploratory trekking in Nepal Himalaya and you must be prepared to take the trail as it comes. But to look up at Kanchenjunga towering south face is easily reward enough for your efforts. Retracing your route to Taplejung you return to Kathmandu, having becomes one of few who have experienced this remarkable and little known region of Nepal. Special trekking permit is required for Kanchenjunga trekking from Government Registered trekking company of Nepal.
TRIP FACTS
Trekking duration: 24 days
Starting from: Kathmandu Taplejung suketar by flight.
Ending at: Taplajung by bus or by flight back to Kathmandu
Grade: Strenuous
Maximum altitude: Pangpema (5150 m)
Culture: Mixed
Mode of trekking tour: Camping trek only
Himalayan sights: Kanchenjungha Himalayan range, Mt.Makalu Jhanu Himal/Khumvakarna Himal,Nepal Peak.
Kanchenjunga Trekking Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu, you are welcomed by hospitable meeting and then you will be transferred to hotel.
Day 02: Sightseeing around kathmandu valley such as Bhkatapur, pasupatinath, Boudhhanath, kathmandu durbar square & Swaymbhunath(monkey temple) and prepare for the Kanchenjunga trekking because this day is required to make Kanchenjunga trekking permit with original passport.
Day 03: Kathmandu Fly to Suketar 1824m trek to Mitlung 1968m.
Day 04: Mitlung trek to Chhiruwa 1190m.
Day 05: Chhiruwa trek to Sekathum 1640m.
Day 06: Sekathum trek to Amjilessa 2490m.
Day 07: Amjilessa trek to Gyapla/Kypra 2730m.
Day 08: Gyapla/Kypra trek to Gunsa village 3430m.
Day 09: Acclimatization or rest day in Gunsa village. During this day you can hike up to the selele pass base camp.
Day 10: Gunsa trek to Kambachen 4040m.
Day 11: Kambachen trek to Lhonak 4790m.
Day 12: Lhonak trek to Pang pema (Kanchenjunga northern Base Camp) 5140m.
Day 13: Pang pema base camp trek to Lhonak 4790m.
Day 14: Lhonak trek to Gunsa 3430m.
Day 15: Gunsa trek to Sinion/ selele Phedi 3546m.
Day 16: Sinion /selele phedi via Selele pass 4854m trek to Tseram 3870m.
Day 17: Tseram trek to Kanchenjunga Oktang Base camp back to Ramche 4620m
Day 18: Ramche trek to Torontan 3256m.
Day 19: Torontan Trek to Amje Khola 2340m.
Day 20: Amje Khola Trek to Mamanke 1810m.
Day 21: Mamanke trek to Kande Bhanjang 2134m.
Day 22: Kande Bhanjang trek Lali Kharka 2213m.
Day 23: Lali Kharka trek to Suketar /Taplejung 1824m.
Day 24: Suketar by flight back to Kathmandu.
Cost Include
- All airport/hotel transfers
- 3 night hotel in Kathmandu
- All accommodation and meals during the trek
- Domestic flights
- An experienced English-speaking trek leader and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (necessary porters) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
- All necessary paper work and permits (National park permit, TIMS)
- Kanchenjunga special permits
- A comprehensive medical kit
- All government and local taxes
Cost Exclude
- Nepal Visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs)
- Airport departure tax
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu
- Excess baggage charges
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)
- Tips for guides and porters
If above itinerary couldn’t meet your needs, we can design a tailor-made trip to suit your needs. Please let us know whether you would like to make your trip shorter or longer.
TRIP EXTENSION
We’d like to suggest you the following packages are extend your vacation before or after main trip.
- 2 Nights 3 Dayss Chitwan Jungle Safari
- Trisuli River Rafting
- Mount Everest Experience Flight (Mountain flight)