Kanchenjunga is the 3rd highest mountain in the world and offers amazing views of its range in the Eastern Himalaya. Ascending to Tamor valley, the trekking trail offers stunning views of Kanchenjunga massif stretched to the north-south range, it offers trekkers breathtaking views from the different places of the trail. From some point, Mt. Makalu and the eastern face of Mt. Everest can also be seen. The hidden beauty of the land and the unspoiled area provides us with an unparalleled feeling of bliss while trekking in this region.
The ethnic communities of Rai, Limbu, and Sherpa lifestyles can be observed while passing through their settlements. The rhododendron and lush Alpine forest refresh the lower part of the trail while the upper part of the trail approaching the Kanchenjunga base camp offers the view of a wide range of mountains and glittering glaciers. Kanchenjunga is a protected area in Nepal. Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Project (KCAP) is working for the protection of the diverse flora and fauna like the Snow Leopard, Blue Sheep, Musk Deer which are sheltering here in this region.
The trek offers you a wide range of bio-cultural diversity in the eastern region of Nepal. We are happy to offer you the best of it with our experienced mountain leader and staff for both organized camping and tea house treks.
Highlights of the trek:
Get yourself immersed in the beauty of the third highest point of the Earth.
Become lost in one of the most untouched and gorgeous landscapes of Nepal.
Witness the diverse biology of the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area and get a chance to get up-close and personal with some of the most exotic and rare animals in the world.
Trek through some of the most impressive mountain trails of Nepal.
Destination
Kanchenjanga Trekking
Duration
23 Days
Max. Altitude
5000m
Trip Difficulty
Easy
Itinerary
This trek combines many different landscapes and brings you close to the base of 7,000m and 8,000m peaks in a short period of time.
For Meals: Breakfast Included
For Accommodation: Hotel/Logde
Altitude: 1400m
Our representative will pick you up from the airport after your landing and escort you to the Hotel.
You can complete the checking-in procedure and enjoy a night’s rest.
For Meals: Breakfast Included
For Accommodation: Hotel/Logde
Maximum Altitude: 1350m
After breakfast, there will be a briefing about the trek and answers to any queries and questions that you might have.
Go through the checklist of important gear and equipment required for the expedition. If missing something, you can shop in any nearby trekking stores.
After the briefing, head out for an in-depth tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Listed sites of Kathmandu (Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath) and other important cultural hubs.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 140m
Our guide or leader will pick you up at the hotel for an early morning flight to Bhadrapur.
Upon reaching Bhadrapur, take a private vehicle to reach our trekking starting point, Illam.
The drive will be through wonderful terraced fields, scattered settlements, and beautiful tea gardens.
Overnight in Illam.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 670m
We travel from Illam to Taplejung early in the morning by taking a Jeep.
Upon reaching Taplejung, trek towards the settlement of Mitlung.
Overnight in Mitlung.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 1396m
Leave Mitlung to start our hike towards Kanchenjunga.
Trek along the Tomor River and walk for a couple of hours to reach Sinwa. Make some gentle climbs uphill to pass the settlements of Tawa and Porke.
Descend to Thiwa Khola, cross a wooden bridge to reach Chiruwa.
Overnight in Chiruwa.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 1585m
Continue our expedition bypassing the motorable road and following the trekking trail.
Trek through the numerous settlements of the Rai and Limbu community like Taplethok, Tamewa, Hellok, and Lelep.
Hike in the steep and narrow Ghunsa Khola Valley to reach Sukethum.
Overnight in Sukethum.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 2395m
Hike alongside the trail of Tamor River and climb a steep uphill on exposed terrains.
The view from the top gives an exciting panorama of the landscape of the Kanchenjunga Region.
Cross several bridges over the Ghunsa Khola to reach a small Tibetan Village of Amjilosa.
Overnight in Amjilosa. (Guest house or Camping)
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 2730m
Today’s trek begins with us hiking through the dense forest of Rhododendron and Bamboo.
Cross through the beautiful waterfall on your way, make a steep ascent, and then a descent to finally reach Gyapla.
The view of the mountains of Selele Pass from Gyapla is absolutely breath-taking.
Overnight in Gyapla.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 3427m
Trek for a few hours from Gyapla through a patch of Pine Forest and reach “Phale” a Tibetan refugee camp. It is also a winter pastoral camp for Yaks.
Climb up a small hill and descend to cross a river and reach the small Tibetan village of Ghunsa.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 3427m
We will be trekking at a very high altitude for the next few days. So, to reduce the chances of getting Altitude Sickness, take a day’s rest in Ghunsa to acclimatize our bodies to the altitude.
Hike for a couple of hours to explore the ancient monasteries and visit the place where locals used to offer Lung-Thar (prayer flags) in each Losar.
Overnight in Ghunsa.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 4050m
Trek through the lush forest of Pine and Bhujpatra (Himalayan birch) along with the river trail.
Pass through several Chortens, Mani Walls along the way, and trek through several scree slopes and some glacial moraines to reach the Tibetan settlement of Khangpachen.
From Khangpachen, the view of the beautiful Janu Himal and Sharphu Himal range is jaw-dropping.
Overnight in Khangpachen.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 4780m
Our trek presumes through a barren landscape as the vegetations slowly start to disappear above 4000m. Walk along the trail of the valley.
Hike along a high plateau to reach the campsite of Lhonak.
Enjoy a panoramic view of snow-capped peaks such as Wegde Peak (6802m), Mera Peak (6364m), Nepal Peak (7177m), Twins (7350m), and many others from Lhonak.
Overnight in Lhonak.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 5143m
Walk along the trail beside the Kanchanjunga Glacier Valley and trek for about 4 hours to reach the base of the Kanchanjunga.
The base camp of the third tallest mountain offers a majestic view of the gigantic snow wall and makes all the tiring trek worthwhile.
We can admire the beauty of Mt. Kanchanjunga and other massive mountains of the region.
Make a return back towards Lhonak for a night’s rest.
Overnight in Lhonak.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 5143m
Make our way back to Khangpachen after breakfast in Lhonak.
The descent towards Khangpachen will be comparatively easier and can be done so in about 3-4 hours where we will stop for the night.
Overnight in Khangpachen.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 3427m
We make our way to one of the best attractions of the Kanchanjunga Trekking, the Jannu View-Point.
Make a steady descend from Khangpachen and trek through the calming landscape to reach the Jannu View-Point.
The viewpoint offers Jannu Himal (Kumbhakarna)’s a great view in the east and a wide range of Sharphu Himal to the west.
After the breathtaking experience, we make our way back to Ghunsa.
Overnight in Ghunsa.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 4200m
Begin our trek from Ghunsa by ascending a rugged terrain for more than two hours.
Cross a little pass then follow a flat trail to reach the Selele Camp.
Overnight in Selele Camp.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 3870m
Our expedition begins by crossing a total of three ups and downs 4000m+ passes.
When we reach the Sinnion La Pass (4646m) the trail descends down steeply down to the settlement of Cheram.
There is a gorgeous view of Kabruk Himal from Cheram.
Overnight in Cheram.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 4730
Today’s day will be relatively long and we start our trek early by ascending towards Ramche, walking through a dense Pine forest.
Follow a flat glacier trail which gains altitude up to 4730m. Even though the trail is one a flat landscape, the trek will be tiring considering the sudden elevation.
Upon reaching the Octang Glacier, we have the option to head towards the camp at Yalung Base Camp (4500m) or return back to Cheram.
For the glacier and moraines walk lovers, the Yalung Glacier Safari could be a unique trekking experience. Trekkers may extend one day to get a different level of trekking experience in Yalung Glacier.
Overnight in either Cheram or Yalung Base Camp (based on the choice of the trekker).
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 2995m
Start the day’s trek by descending down from Cheram and following a watercourse of Simbuwa Khola where we pass through pine and Bhujpatra (Himalayan birch) forest.
After following the river trail for around 5 hours, reach Torongdin.
The changing color of the birch in autumn makes the contrast of the mountain valley a beautiful landscape.
Overnight in Torongdin.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 2080m
Trek through an elevation for about three hours to reach Lasi Vanjyang Pass (3310m).
Descend from Lasi Vanjyang Pass for an extra three hours through Birch and Rhododendron forest and follow a flat trail for half an hour to reach Yampudin.
Overnight in Yampudin.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 1858m
Take an up and down trail from Yampudin until reaching Mamankhe.
Descend from Mamankhe through the scattered civilizations of Rai and Limbu to reach Phumpe Danda.
Overnight in Phumpe Danda.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 2129m
Make an early start by trekking from Phumphe Danda for about three hours to reach Khasewa where we meet a motorable road. However, we will be following a foot trail.
Pass through small scattered villages, forests, and crop fields while descending down to Kandevanjyang.
Overnight in Kandevanjyang.
For Meals: Included BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 2265m
While walking we play a game of hide and seek with the motorable road. For most of the part, we follow the foot trail.
The trail descends to Simbukharka passing through scattered villages, forestand crop fields then ascends Lalikharka.
Overnight in Lalikharkha.
For Meals: Included. BLD
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 2420m
The last day of the trek starts by ascending from Lalikharkha.
The trail gains elevation towards Deurali from where we descend in a motorable road towards Suketar Airport.
Overnight in Suketar.
For Meals: Breakfast Included
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 1350m,
The flight from Suketar to Kathmandu or any other domestic airports are extremely uncertain most of the time. So, often we take ground transportation to Bhadrapur from where we catch a flight to Kathmandu.
Transfer to Hotel.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
For Meals: Breakfast Included
For Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Altitude: 135om
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel (approximately three hours prior to your scheduled flight) for you departure.
Inclusions
The Annapurna base camp trek is one of the most popular treks in the mighty
Himalayan region of Nepal and it is the most visited trekking region in Nepal.
What’s Included?
Ground transportations as per the itinerary
Accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
Guided city tour in Kathmandu
Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visits as per the itinerary
Domestic flight ( Kathmandu- Bhadrapur-Kathmandu)
Teahouse accomadation during the trekking
Meals during the trek
Kanchenjunga Restricted Area permit
All necessary paperwork & permits (TIMS,National Park)
Porter service ( 2 trekkers:1 porter)
English speaking & government licensed guide(4 trekkers:1 assistance guide)
Medical kit (carried by trek leader)
Staff cost
All government and local taxes
Buffel bag, t-shirt and trekking map
What’s not Included?
Travel Insurance
Hard/soft drinks
Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
International air fare
Nepal Tourist Visa fees
Horse renting
Additional porter
Personal equipments/gears
Personal expenses
Emergency Rescue evacuation
Tipping driver,guide & potter
Map
This trek combines many different landscapes and brings you close to the base of 7,000m and 8,000m peaks in a short period of time.
Travel Gear List
Adventurous activities are always filled with adrenaline and risks. Here are some mandatory tools and equipments to keep you safe and necessary for the trip.
Trekking boot(1pair): well worn and comfortable with proper ankle support.
Sock(3 pairs): good and warm enough; worth spending money on quality socks.
Flip flop/Camp Shoe(1 pair): light weighted for evening use.
Water bottle(2): Nalgene/ sig style and a bladder bottle with the capacity of 1/2 liter water. Bladders are preferred.
Water Purification Drop(1): Affordable and easily available for purchase in Kathmandu (Pious Water Drop).
Lip Balm(1): Proper moisturizing containing SPF.
Sunglass(1): Actual UV rays safeguarding glasses.
Sun Cream: SPF 30+ recommended.
Bandana (1): Useful for various purpose.
Baseball Head/ Cap(1): Protects face from direct expose of sun during the hiking.
Warm Woolen Hat(1): Prevents from wind and cold above 3500m.
Flash Light / Head Torch(1): Leaves your hands free. Extra batteries are also necessary for head light.
Private First Aid Kit(1): Include prescribed medications/ personal medications. Some personal medicine might not be available in Nepal.
Travel towel(1): light weighted and compact.
Wash Kit (1): Appropriate and suitable for your skin/body
Instant Hand Sanitizer: Alcohol bases, enough for trek/on the basis of necessity.
Camera(incase you carry): Along with charger and enough battery to capture scenarios and memories.
Book/ Journal: Depending on interest.
Pack of Cards/Travel Board Games(if interested): Evening entertainment.
Trekking Snacks: Base on consumption; enough for trekking (can be purchased in Kathmandu).
Toilet Roll & Rubbish Bag: to make sure we don't leave waste materials in the mountains.
Trekking Poles(optional): recommended to anyone with knee issues.
Gloves(2 pairs): Thin in low altitude & thick warm enough in high altitudes.
Neck Warmer \Buff(1): Protection of Neck from direct wind and cold.
Walking Stick(1): Light weighted and comfortable for walking support.
Walking T-shirt(2): Merino wool, Capilene/Synthetic Fiber for quick dry.
Sleeping t-shirt(1): can be cotton or fabric.
Thermal base layers Top(1): mid weighted long sleeved t-shirt of merino wool/polyester, capilene power dry.
Insulating layers(1): mid weighted fleece that can be worn over other layers
Fleece Vest(optional): advisable for those who catches cold easily.
Rain jacket (1): Wind proof and rain proof for safeguard.
Down jacket(1): very essential for trekking above 4,000 meters.
Hiking trousers(2): lick weighted and quick dry trousers( not cotton).Zip offs are preferred.
Sleeping trousers(1): light weighted yoga style for comfort sleep( no jeans).
Trekking short (1): in case of no zips off trousers. Low knee shorts are preferred.
Rain pants(1): Protection from rain and wind.
Thermal long Johns(1): To warm by in the evening or while sleeping.
Underwear: Depending on necessity; enough for trek ( can be washed and dried along the way)
Duffle Bag Pack(1): to store excess luggage at hotel. Our agency provides duffel bags during the trek. These are easier for the porters to carry.
Day pack with rain cover(1): to carry your personal items during the treks i.e. camera, private snacks, water bottles, etc.
Sleeping bags with inner: To have a warm and satisfying sleep in high altitude. Recommended for 3 season(Oct-Feb).
Some Glimpse
The Journey and the adventure has to end someday but the memories stay. Here are some of our favorite moments from previous travel experiences.
FAQs
Adventurous activities are always filled with adrenaline and risks. Here are some mandatory tools and equipments to keep you safe and necessary for the trip.
Kanchenjunga trek takes you at the height of 5,065 meters from sea level.
In context to the level of difficulty, the Kanchenjunga trek is a short moderate-level trek. The maximum walking hour of this trek is about 7-8 hours a day.
Soul Himalaya Treks & Tours has well-experienced and certified guides/leaders with over 10 years of working experience in the field. All our guides are fluent in English. You can also hire guides who are fluent in French, German, and Hindi.
Kanchenjunga and Everest are situated towards the eastern part of Himalayan ranges. However, you will not be able to view Mt. Everest from Kanchenjunga. So far, you will be able to have a beautiful scenario of mount Dhaulagiri, and various Annapurna Ranges.
The best season for the Annapurna base camp trek is pre-monsoon and post-monsoon. Late September, October, November, and December is the most favorable season recommended for the Kanchenjunga Trek.
The weather differs with the season you choose to trek for. The maximum temperature reaches 25°C during the day and falls up to -20°C at night. Observing the overall trekking climate, the weather of Kanchenjunga is mild during the trekking seasons. Yet, the weather of the lower region is hotter than that of higher altitudes.
Altitude sickness is predictable if you are at a High altitude for the first time. However, Altitude sickness can be coped with easily since there are no major risks of it. Our itinerary is maintained in such a way that you will adapt to the altitude of this region easily. Your assigned guide/leader will slow down ascend and provide you healthy diet. You also require to be hydrated throughout the trek and avoid the consumption of alcohol/cigarettes. Most importantly, you should build a strong mindset and be prepared for the trek.
We strongly recommend you carry a reusable bottle along with water purifying tablets and agents to purify stream water. Waste disposal is not well organized in the Mountains so to maintain an environment-friendly trek we appreciate it if you can make minimum use of plastic bottles. However, if make you use plastic bottles we request you to dispose of the bottles at a proper place.
Proper shower is managed for you throughout the trek. Hot /Bucket shower is made accessible in the lodges. However, a certain amount of charge for the hot/bucket shower is taken in some of the lodges. While taking showers in the natural sources, you are sincerely requested to slip into comfortable clothes to uphold social values in public space.
You will be able to recharge your gadgets in pretty much every cabin and hotel. However, at a higher altitude you will be charged with a certain amount; probably from 200 to 300 NRS (1.5 - 2, 5 €).
The organization isn't great always, and in some cases it is inexistent. You’d rather not rely on the network in some areas. However, you will have Wi-Fi in few lodges; not necessarily all of them but some lodges charge you extra for Wi-Fi.
We assure you a secured trek. Even so, we never can predict what might take place. Hence, in case of any emergencies, you will be rescued by air ambulance as long as the weather is favorable for evacuation.
You are strongly prohibited from distributing any kind of stuff to children on the way to your trek. Children stay on roads for hours waiting for tourists rather than attending schools. Hence, this has created a very bad influence on the children in the tourism areas. If you are genuinely intending to help them you can consult with respective guardians.
The people of Nepal are very religious. Hence, when you are visiting the historical and religious area in Nepal especially monasteries; you are not allowed to sit/stand on the tables since the tables are marked very scared.
You can observe many street dogs in Nepal. So, you should be aware before you approach any of them as they are not well-vaccinated. If you are followed by a pet during your trek we suggest you not to take them along with you.
You will not be allowed to take a snap of any individuals without their approval. In some specific monasteries, you are forbidden to carry a camera. However, you can freely capture the image of glamorous nature.
Tipping is not mandatory. However, it has been a common trait, so the guides and porters expect a small amount of tips from you. A small amount of tips can hold a great essence in their life and can go a long way to help them and their families. Feel free to ask us for a suggested standard amount.
Reviews
Adventurous activities are always filled with adrenaline and risks. Here are some mandatory tools and equipments to keep you safe and necessary for the trip.
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29 December 2020
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Kanchenjunga trek (North and South base camps)
Kanchenjunga trek (North and South base camps)
This is one of the most authentic experience we've ever lived. We recommend Soul Himalaya Treks & Tours not only because of their professionalisme but also Kanchenjunga the 3 rd highest mountain in the word offers amazing views of its range in the eastern Himalaya. Ascending to Tamor valley, trekking trail offers stunning views of massif Kanchenjunga stretched to north- south range offers trekkers breathtaking views from the different places of the trail. From some point, Mt. Makalu and eastern face of Mt. Everest are also seen. The hidden beauty of the land and the unspoiled area provides us ever experienced excitement while trekking in this region.
Highlights
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Inclusions
Map
Travel Gear List
Some Glimpse
FAQs
Reviews
Environment-Friendly Travel Ways
Safety & 24/7 Customer Care
Team of Highly experience Expert
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