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Kanchenjunga Trekking

Kanchenjunga Trekking

Trip Overview

Key Information

  • Trip Duration 26
  • Starts from Kathmandu
  • Ends at Kathmandu
  • Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
  • Maximum Height: 5140
  • Best Season: Autumn/Spring
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Transportation: Flight/Jeep
  • Activity: Trekking

Kanchenjunga trek is one of the adventurous treks with classic trekking trail in Nepal. Kanchenjunga (8,586metres) also known as the Queen of Mountain is the world's third highest mountain peak and is situated in Nepal. The rich vegetation of the Kanchenjunga region ranges from the Subtropical to Glacial wilderness vegetation. The region holds wide variety of flora and fauna with some of the rare and endangered species of flora and fauna. Kanchenjunga trek is a long and challenging trek with its trekking trail passing through the most remote region of the eastern Himalaya very close to the Sikkim and Tibet. Picturesque valleys surrounded by the Majestic Himalayas, lush tropical jungle of rhododendron, chestnut and oak, huge Kanchenjunga glaciers, and spectacular view of the eastern Himalayas are the highlights of this trek.

Kanchenjunga trek starts from Basantapur. You take a 45 flight from Kaathmandu to Birathagar and then drive to Basantpur (2200m) for about 5 hrs.  From here you start trekking gradually up 6hrough the Forests and villages. This trek takes you to both Kanchenjunga Base Camp South and Kanchenjunga Base Camp North. En route you stay overnight in different villages inhibited by diverse ethnic group of people mainly Rais, Limbus and Tibetan Buddhist. You also cross the Mirgin La pass and reach the Yak pasture land of Ramche and Othang from where you can view the most spectacular close up view of the south face of Kanchenjunga.
 

Kanchenjunga Trekking Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival at Kathmandu
Food Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Hotel
Elevation 1400

 Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.Overnight at hotel.
 

Day 2 : Fly from Kaathmandu to Birathagar and then drive to Basantpur
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 2200

Fly from Kaathmandu to Birathagar and then drive to Basantpur (2200m). It takes about 5 hrs of driving.
 

Day 3 : Trek from Basantapur to Chauki
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 2700

Trek from Basantapur to Chauki (2700m) walking for about 4-5 hrs a day.

Day 4 : Trek from Chauki to Gupha Pokhari
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 2930

 Trek from Chauki to Gupha Pokhari (2930m) walking for about 4-5 hrs a day.

Day 5 : Trek from Gupha Pokhari to Nisum
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 2000

Trek from Gupha Pokhari to Nisum (2000m) walking for about 4-5 hrs a day.

Day 6 : Trek from Nisum to Dovan
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 921

Trek from Nisum to Dovan (921m) walking for about 5 hrs a day.

Day 7 : Trek from Dovan to Chirwa
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 1270

Trek from Dovan to Chirwa (1270m) walking for about 5 hrs a day.

Day 8 : Trek from Chirwa to Sekhathum
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 1660

Trek from Chirwa to Sekhathum (1660m) walking for about 5 hrs a day.

Day 9 : Trek from Sekhathum to Amjilassa
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 2510

Trek from Sekhathum to Amjilassa (2510m) walking for about 4-5 hrs a day.

Day 10 : Trek from Amjilassa to Kyapra
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 2730

Trek from Amjilassa to Kyapra (2730m) walking for about 4 hrs a day.

Day 11 : Trek from Kyapra to Ghunsa
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 3595

Trek from Kyapra to Ghunsa (3595m) walking for about 4-5 hrs a day.

Day 12 : Trek from Amjilassa to Kyapra
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 2730

Trek from Amjilassa to Kyapra (2730m) walking for about 5 hrs a day.

Day 13 : Trek from Ghunsa to Khambachen
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 4040

Trek from Ghunsa to Khambachen (4040m) walking for about 4-5 hrs a day.

Day 14 : Trek from Khambachen to Lhonak
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 4785

Trek from Khambachen to Lhonak (4785m) walking for about 5 hrs a day.

Day 15 : Day trip to Pangpema
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 5140

Day trip to Pangpema walking for about 6 hrs a day.

Day 16 : Trek from Pangpema to Khambachen
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 4146

Trek from Pangpema to Khambachen walking for about 4-5 hrs a day.

Day 17 : Trek from Khambachen to Ghunsa
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 3475

Trek from Khambachen to Ghunsa walking for about 4-5 hrs a day.

Day 18 : Trek around Glacier
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 5540

Trek around Glacier (up to 5540m, if you want) / high camp

Day 19 : Hike from High camp to Ramche
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 2000

Hike from High camp to Ramche walking for about 4 hrs a day.

Day 20 : Trek from Ramche to Tseram
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 3870

Trek from Ramche to Tseram (3870m) back to Ramche walking for about 6 hrs a day.

Day 21 : Trek from Ramche to Amchekhola
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 3771

Trek from Ramche to Amchekhola walking for about 5 hrs a day.

Day 22 : Trek from Amchekhola to Ponphe
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 1858

Trek from Amchekhola to Ponphe walking for about 5 hrs a day.

Day 23 : Trek from Ponphe to Kande Bhanjyang
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 3850

Trek from Ponphe to Kande Bhanjyang walking for about 5 hrs a day.

Day 24 : Trek from Kande Bhanjyang to Lal Kharka
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 2220

Trek from Kande Bhanjyang to Lal Kharka walking for about 5 hrs a day.

Day 25 : Trek from Lal Kharka to Taplejung
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
Elevation 5143

Trek from Lal Kharka to Taplejung walking for about 5 hrs a day.

Day 26 : From Taplejung fly Kathmandu
Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Hotel
Elevation 1400

From Taplejung fly Kathmandu back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Service Includes on Price

Cost Includes

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off service in Kathmandu.
  • Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Teahouse or camping accommodation during the trek.
  • All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
  • Licensed English-speaking trekking guide.
  • Porter service (1 porter for every 2 trekkers).
  • Guide and porter’s salary, meals, accommodation, and insurance.
  • Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Permit (KCAP).
  • Restricted Area Permit (RAP).
  • TIMS Card (Trekkers' Information Management System).
  • Ground transportation as per itinerary (private vehicle, local bus, or jeep).
  • Domestic flights (Kathmandu–Bhadrapur and return, if included).
  • Trekking map and pre-trek briefing.
  • First aid medical kit carried by the guide.
  • Trek completion certificate.
  • All government and local taxes.
  • 24/7 customer support during the trek.

Cost Excludes

  • International airfare to/from Nepal.
  • Nepal visa fee (on arrival).
  • Travel insurance (must cover emergency evacuation).
  • Meals in Kathmandu (lunch and dinner).
  • Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, down jacket, poles, etc.).
  • Hot showers, Wi-Fi, and battery charging during the trek.
  • Bottled drinks, snacks, and alcoholic beverages.
  • Tips for guide and porter.
  • Extra accommodation due to early return, delays, or weather issues.
  • Optional activities or sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary.

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