
Geography
Forest, Himalayas
Location
Taplejung
Level Of Difficulty
Challenging
Duration
25 days
Max Aaltitude
5140m
Religion
BuddhismDetail Information
Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek Highlights:
- A completely off-the-beaten trek experience
- Glorious views of the Himalayas including Mt. Everest (8848m), Makalu (8463m), and Kanchenjunga (8586m)
- Vibrant hamlets and unique culture of the Kirant community
- Enjoy the pristine Himalayan ecosystem in the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area
The Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek is an astounding off-beat trekking experience that explores the easternmost frontier of the Nepali Himalayas. Reaching an altitude of 8,586m, Mt. Kanchenjunga claims the spot as the third highest Himalaya in the world.
Navigating around the vibrant hamlets of the Kirant famed for their hospitality, the trek is a combination of natural, cultural, and spiritual awakening. Along with the views of the Himalayas infamous as the Five Treasuries of the Great Snow and majestic glaciers, the trip is a marvel of nature.
Getting There
Our journey to Kanchenjunga base camp begins to form the Kathmandu Valley. We take a day to explore the UNESCO world heritage sites around the Valley and prepare for the trip as well. We fly down to the Terai city of Biratnagar and hop on another flight all the way to Suketar.
The trek begins as we head to the hamlet of Mitlung for the first night on the go. Enjoying the stunning views of nature, we make our way to Amjilosa crossing the vibrant hamlets of Chirwa and Mitlung on our way. Another couple of days takes us to Gyabla and then towards Ghunsa where we take a day off.
Picking up where we left off, the trail takes us to Kambachen. This marks our entry into the altitude of 4,000m. With the majestic Himalayas replacing the declining hills, the journey quickly catches up with the hamlet of Lhonak. From here, we head to Kanchenjunga Base Camp.
The majestic views of Lhotse (8,414m), Everest (8,848m), Makalu (8,481m), and Kanchenjunga (8,586) bordering several 7,000m peaks welcome us as the journey reaches its apex. The way back takes us to the high pass of Selele La (4480m) as we cross over to Tseram and then onto Ramche. Crossing Yamphudin and Anpan takes us back to Taplejung. And then onto Suketar from where we fly back to the valley ending our journey.
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Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek Map:
Itinerary Summary
Day Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m)
Day Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and preparation for the trip
Day Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Biratnagar
Day Day 04: Flight from Biratnagar to Suketar and trek to Mitlung
Day Day 05: Trek from Mitlung to Chirwa (1640m)
Day Day 06: Trek from Chirwa to Sukethum (1640m)
Day Day 07: Trek from Sukethum to Amjilosa (2490m)
Day Day 08: Trek from Amjilosa to Gyabla (2730m)
Day Day 09: Trek from Gyabla to Ghunsa (3430m)
Day Day 10: Rest day
Day Day 11: Trek from Ghunsa to Kambachen (4040m)
Day Day 12: Trek from Kambachen to Lhonak (4790m)
Day Day 13: Trek from Lhonak to Kanchenjunga North Base Camp (5140m)
Day Day 14: Trek back to Kambachen (4040m)
Day Day 15: Trek from Kambachen to Ghunsa (3430m)
Day Day 16: Trek from Ghunsa to Selele La (4480m)
Day Day 17: Trek from Selele La to Tseram (3870m)
Day Day 18: Trek from Tseram to Ramche (4360m)
Day Day 19: Trek from Ramche to Tseram (3870m)
Day Day 20: Trek from Tseram to Yamphudin (1690m)
Day Day 21: Trek from Yamphudin to Anpan (1800m)
Day Day 22: Trek from Anpan to Tembewa
Day Day 23: Trek from Tembewa to Suketar (2400m)
Day Day 24: Flight from Suketar to Biratnagar and again flight to Kathmandu
Day Day 25: Final Departure from Kathmandu
Costs Includes and Excludes
Cost Includes
- All Airports/Hotel transfers by private vehicle.
- Accommodation in 3 stars category Hotels in Kathmandu and other available places with Breakfast.
- Kathmandu to Bhadrapur, Bhadrapur to Taplejung and when we return back fromTaplejung to Kathmandu, we provide transportation.
- Accommodation in Tea Houses or Local Lodges or Local Hotels on twin sharing basis during your trekking days.
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during your trekking days.
- Permit fees for National Parks and Conservation Area entry as well as Trekkers Management Information Service
- (TIMS) Permit. Visit: http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np/page/about-trekking-permit
- All government officials and authorization necessary fees for your travel purpose.
- Local tourist guide (according to your need) and Local Porter during your treks: – 1 Porter for 2 Tourists.
- All your travel and rescue arrangements. (during any emergencies)
- First Aid Kits and Medical supplies.
- Welcome or Farewell dinner programs.
Cost Excludes
- Nepal entry Visa fee and charges in Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu. Visit http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np/page/tourist-visa
- International Air Fare to and from Kathmandu, Nepal.
- Extra Night accommodation and meals during your early arrival, late departure as well as any domestic flight delays (due to any specified reasons) especially in Everest Region than the scheduled itinerary.
- Extra luggage charges.
- Other any your personal expenses like phone calls, laundry, alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks, extra porters, bottled/boiled waters, hot shower, etc.
- Other food items than normal meals as specified.
- All your travel and rescue insurance in emergency situations.
- Personal buying and souvenirs.
- Tips during your hotels and restaurant visit.
- To purchase or rent any type of equipment or gears for personal use.
- To purchase special medicines and kits.