Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trekking Tour

Package Overview

"Challenging Trek to the Himalayas lying in the Eastern Nepal, comprises very rarely frequented trails through Kanchenjunga Conservation Park and thinly populated villages of Rais and Limbus to the base camp of Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world."

Kanchenjunga refers to the mountain decorated with jewels. It is believed that the celebrated sage- Guru Padmasambhava buried the riches of his spiritual acquaintance deep down in these most beautiful mountains. It is so venerated by the neighboring inhabitants that the Lamas of Sikkim do a twelve-monthly accolade dance to this revered peak. The wild flowers are in bursting bloom during the months of April and May, and the clear views of the mountains are also more probable during this period. Much more than trek, it is a passage of several discoveries along the offbeat trekking trails of eastern Nepal. Breathtaking views of the cosmic Himalayan range can be seen from the majority of the route's trails. This is a thinly populated area with mainly Sherpa, Limbu, Rai and Gurung communities. The people are not accustomed to receiving tourists at their doorsteps and show great hospitality once they receive someone at their door.

For an all-round trekking experience a stopover to either one, or both base camps of Kanchenjunga 8586 meters- the third highest mountain on earth, is always possible but our experience recommends to make the both base camps in a single trip. Once you get to the elevated parts of Kanchenjunga, you will find grand masses of Himalayan peaks surrounded by a number of peaks lesser in height but no less attractive. The trek is at times arduous but it passes through some wonderful remote villages and is never boring.

Trip Length : 26 Days
Activities : Trekking, Sightseeing
Difficulty : Strenuous
Max Elevation : 5140m
Meal : Sherpa cooked 3 meals
Accommodation : Tents
Best Month : September-November & March-May
Group Size : 2+Nepal Visa
International flight to Kathmandu and return ticket to your Home country
Entrance and monument fees during sightseeing
Your meals at Kathmandu, except welcome dinner, farewell dinner and breakfast
Entire cost of beverages, mineral water and beer etc. while on trek
Travel insurance (Must include Helicopter evacuation and Trip Cancellation charges)
Tipping to the guide and porter
Any other expenses not stated in the "What is Included" list are your personal expenses

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival Day in Kathmandu 1400m; Cordial Welcome in the Airport and Transfer to Your Hotel; Welcome D

  Actually, Nepal opens in the air; just before the plane lands at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. If you are, lucky enough with the bright sunshine on your arrival day the wide range of soaring Himalayan Peaks to the North is a magnificent view. As you complete the immigration formalities of the airport and make your way out from the Arrivals Terminal, we would offer you a warm Nepalese welcome and transfer you to your hotel in Thamel in a private vehicle. At hotel, you will have a very easy check-in procedure. Let the flight exhaustion go off in the cozy hotel room. In the evening, we will offer you a welcome dinner in one of the finest cultural restaurants of Kathmandu.
• Day 2 : Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley (1400m) and Trek Preparation Day

  After the breakfast, we will escort you to Pashupatinath- the largest Hindu Temple of Nepal in a private vehicle. The temple dedicated to supreme Hindu God, Shiva banks Bagmati River. At Pashupatinath you will get to see exceptionally carved statues and idols of Hindu deities, a long row of Shiva-Lingas, series of small temples and the golden hood of the of main Temple is truly fascinating. Moreover, an opportunity to witness the Hindu Death ritual at Aryaghat Pashupatinath is an offbeat cultural experience. After the exploration of Pashupatinath we will walk along the busy streets of Kathmandu to Boudhanath. A large domed shaped Buddhist stupa, Boudhanath holds huge religious significance among the Tibetan Buddhists of Nepal. A major shrine on ancient Indo-China trade route Boudhanath offered blessings to traders and scholars for safe journey through the high Himalayan passes to Tibet. Saffron robed monks circumambulating Boudhanath, colorful prayer flags touching the skyline from the dome pinnacle to the base of large monument and the and outlets selling Tibetan souvenirs makes this place a true Tibet outside Tibet. Post lunch the sightseeing tour continues to Kathmandu Durbar Square. The exemplary wooden and stone craftsmanship at the site makes a place the prominent attraction for tourists. The stone paved streets, pagoda style religious monuments inclusive different Hindu deities are the cultural delights of ancient and medieval Nepal at Kathmandu Durbar Square. Today’s final destination for sightseeing tour in Kathmandu takes you to Swayambhunath. A self emerged Buddhist stupa lies on a hilltop overlooking Kathmandu with its watchful eyes. You will get to experience more about Tibetan Buddhism at Swayambhunath.
  
  After the day sightseeing tour, we drive back to the hotel to pack our equipment and amenities for the trek. With the remaining spare time, you may explore the Thamel Market and nearby shops for last minute shopping of trekking supplies. Stay overnight at a Kathmandu hotel.
• Day 3 : Fly to Biratnagar Then Take the Connecting Flight to Suketar and Trek to Lali Kharka 2-3 Hrs Trek

  Early morning post breakfast you will be picked up in a hotel reception by a private vehicle for the airport transfer. From Kathmandu you will be taking a flight to Biratnagar. On reaching Biratnagar you will make all the preparations for the forthcoming journey. And you will be boarding the connecting flight from Biratnagar to Sukhetar- and trek to the starting point of our trek, Lali Kharka at 2220m
• Day 4 : Trek to Keswa 2100m About 7 Hours Trek

  Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek today begins by passing through the steep course to Pokhara village, and it winds through the fascinating terraced farmland unfolding soon after crossing a suspension bridge above the Phawa Khola. The path advances to Kunjari where you halt the trek for lunch. Post lunch, the trek resumes. You enter to the dense woodlands enriched with floras and faunas. Meanwhile, you would also travel across few small villages located on a hill, as you trek forward along the trail. On skirting along a moderately sloppy stack path, the trial reaches to Tambawa and later to Bhanjyang, where tea houses are scattered throughout the place. At this vantage point, you have great moments capturing the attention-grabbing sight of Kanchenjunga gleaming against the sun. Seven hours long trek comes to an end as you enter Keswa.
• Day 5 : Trek to Mamanke 2000m Hours Trek

  Start the day with a feast on a breakfast table then begin the trek beyond the patios of Keswa, along the adventurous route to Nandeva Khola. Crossing Nandeva Khola over the bridge, the trial tramps along the glaciated mountain passes. Further to the lead, the course traverses through opaque forest then to the village of Loppoding. Beyond Loppoding you encounter the shady areas where the well earned rest for a while after strenuous trekking justifies. The twisting trail then brings you to the right bank of the Kabeli Khola. After a short up climb walk, terraced patios re-emerge and the village of Anpan comes into viewable sight. You continue soaring up till you arrive at Ponpe Dhara. Once more shady spots there offer you a brief sheltered rest. As the trial continues you witness several hamlets and terraced fields broaden along the crest of the ridge. There is a resting area where you can halt for a while to stretch out within the enthralling vista of Mt. Jannu. Continue to descent down along the winding path, as you pass through the village of Anpan and terraced fields along Khangwa Khola. Cross the river over a suspension bridge and continue descending to the rolling mountain passes till you reach the village of Mamanke.
• Day 6 : Trek to Yamphudin 1650m About 7 Hours Trek

  Today’s trek begins with an effortless ascend; the hike to Yamphudin is along a path which shapes to the hill side above the Kabeli Khola. The route crosses the ridges and slides down to the streambed that slides up to the valley sides and hence the trail eventually becomes level with the river for couple of hours prior to Yamphudin. Along the way, you can dip into one of the many crystal clear pools in this beautiful river. The spot is truly a heavenly spot after lunch by the river. The day’s trek completes after the mild walk to Yamphudin. Yamphudin is one of the most remote settlements in the region and the last habitat seeable until the trial reaches Gunsa. Pointless to say, it is a delightful settlement popped away beneath the ridge of the Deurali Danda, which will be on the trekking trial next day.
• Day 7 : Trek to Lamite Jungle Camp 2920m About 7 Hours Trek

  Just after the breakfast, begin on the trekking trial beyond Yamphudin with a ascending climb along the steep spur before sliding down back to cross the Omje Khola. Continue to walk through pleasant and dense woods and stop for the lunch in a field atop this spur, which offers the finest views of the valley beyond Yamphudin to the south and of the Omje Khola Valley and Deurali Danda to the north. A steep descent to the river brings you to the next camping area amidst the wide clearing forest.
• Day 8 : Trek to Torontan At 3080m About 7 Hours Trek

  Fulfilling the early morning appetite, the trail climbs steeply up for 3 long hours through the opaque verdant woods to the crest of the Deorali Danda. From the top of the ridge, Mt Jannu clearly glitters at a distant horizon. After crossing the pass, the trial descends down along the moderately steep and exposed slopes and re-enters the forest, where you will stop for lunch. Post lunch, a steep descent takes you down into the valley of the Simbua Khola and after crossing an interesting wooden bridge the next destination for the night stoppage at Torantan 3080 is achieved.
• Day 9 : Trek to Tseram 3750m About 7 Hours Trek

  Early morning, the trial chases the right bank of the river to begin the trek. Then the route traverses through the pine and rhododendron forests followed by the comparatively steep trial and, as the day progresses, the trees become sparser and more diminutive, giving us glimpses of the snow-capped giants ahead and out of the gigantic proboscis of the Yalung Glacier. Just before Tseram, the soaring heights of Kabru and Rathong peek over the moraine. The next night stoppage point is at Tseram, where night-time temperature plummets, reminding us that we are in reality gaining altitude.
• Day 10 : Trek to Ramche 4360m About 7 Hours Trek

  Today somewhat a little walk will lead to our subsequent camp at Ramche. The vista is glorious as you soar past the snout of the Yalung Glacier and into a sequence of ablation valleys. An ice-covered lake, crystal clear streams and views of Kokthan, Rathong and Kabru are the highlights of this walk into Ramche which is situated on a extensive leveled ablation zone.
• Day 11 : Exploration Around Ramche for Acclimatization

  Today you will be packing the lunch before leaving the camp at Ramche, as you set off very early for the earliest sealing meet with Kanchenjunga. You will be going after the valley around its far-reaching arc; as you will be coming across the cosmic southern wall of the mountain. The ridge forms a cirque which is over 15 kilometers long and not less than 7500 m high. Along this rim stretch out the three main zeniths of Mt Kanchenjunga at 8420m, 8586m, and 8474m. These towering zeniths extend out into the sky presenting a real regal spectacle. Advancing further along the trial towards Oktang 4630m, you will be sliding down onto the glacier and cross it to a tip below Talu from where you can witness the scenic view of the mountains in the vicinity. The most notable part is the eastern fraction of Khumbakarna Glacier flowing from the east face of Mt.Jannu Kumbhakarna being the local name for Jannu]. After completion of the memorable exploration on the foothills of Kanchenjunga you will return back to Ramche for the night camp.
• Day 12 : Trek to Mirgin La 4663m About 7 Hours Trek

  Beginning the downhill trek to the valley, you will be passing the small settlement of Lapsang, before turning off towards the Mirgin Lha - the pass you will be crossing to get to Gunsa and the northern face of Kanchenjunga. On the trial while descending down the beginning point of Mirgin La pass, the views of predominant Mt. Jannu, are purely elegant. You will be settling somewhere beyond the pass for the night after the long exhausting trek of seven hours or so.
• Day 13 : Trek to Ghunsa 3475m About 6 Hours Trek

  Today you will be setting off for the trek with the steep slide down from your campsite which will take you to Lamba Sumba Kharka from where the most splendid views of the south west face of Mt..Jannu prevails. Beyond the kharka the easygoing trial dominates. Follow the descending trial along the excellent trail to the village of Ghunsa, where you will be settling down for the night in the fields banking the river. Ghunsa is a Tibetan village with a few tiny Gompas and prayer flags flurrying atop the wooden abodes. It appears as a welcoming relief after the thorough walk of the day before and endows with an admirable break through to visit an outlandish neighboring inn to taste tongba, alcoholic beverage fermented out of millet.
• Day 14 : Trek to Khambachen 4040m About 7 Hours Trek

  Today’s trek will majorly focus on the cultural encounters throughout the way. Beginning the trail with a gentle slide up through the beautiful pine and rhododendron forests, you will be passing many mani walls and chortens. You stop for lunch by the river at Rampak Kharka. Post lunch follow the steep climb prior to the descending climb to the summer settlement of Khambachen. The views of M.t Jannu or Kumbhakarna from here are is a bounty for the hard trek day.
• Day 15 : Trek to Lhonak 4790m About 7 Hours Trek

  Today the trek up to Lhonak via Ramtang village is not too demanding and despite of the gaining elevation, you will be able to hike on effortlessly, feasting the eyes with the awe-inspiring views of the valley and mountain peaks. Your lunch stopping is at Ramtang, from where the far-fetched fluted summit of Wedge Peak first becomes visible. During the afternoon Nepal Peak, the Twins, Mera and the White Wave all come into view. Then you will arrive at Lhonak, situated high above the Kanchenjunga Glacier opposite Wedge Peak.
• Day 16 : Trek to Pang Pema 5140m About 8 Hours Trek

  Today you will be having a short trek. A relaxed 3 hours walk from Lhonak will get you to Pang Pema. The path follows the moraine before reaching Pang Pema, the North Face Base Camp, which is in a privileged spot, in a straight line opposite to the sky-scraping north face of Kanchenjunga. This is one of the most extravagant places in the world and is an appropriate climax to this exclusive trek.
• Day 17 : Rest Day in Pang Pema

  The continuous trek no doubt creates exhaustion so today is a day to respite. However, for the more active ones, there are quite a lot of leisure activities lined up for the day. One is to climb up to the lower slopes of Drohmo for celebrated views of Kanchenjunga and the peaks at its vicinity. Next likelihood is to prolonging up to the progressively more complicated topography on the right edge of the glaciers for optional views of the more isolated peaks around the Jongsang La Pass
• Day 18 : Retreat Trek to Ghunsa 3475m About 7 Hours Trek

  You will be retracing your path for the couple of days to Ghunsa traversing the same route you have followed on the way towards the higher altitude. The trial follows the reverse route via Ramtang and Kambachen back to Ghunsa.
• Day 19 : Retreat Trek to Ghunsa 3475m About 7 Hours Trek

  You will be retracing your path for the couple of days to Ghunsa traversing the same route you have followed on the way towards the higher altitude. The trial follows the reverse route via Ramtang and Kambachen back to Ghunsa.
• Day 20 : Trek to Kyapra 2300m 7 Hours Trek

  Today you will be taking the route out of the mountains that follows the beautiful Ghunsa and Tamur Khola. The trail traverses through pleasant jungle path full of rhododendron, conifers, birches and oaks. Following the sheer steep climb down to the riverbed of the river you will be passing through Kyapra, the last of the Tibetan villages. In an hour or so trekking, the next destination Tang will be the spot for the night stop over.
• Day 21 : Trek to Sakathum 1600m About 7 Hours Trek

  For the first couple of hours the trial chases a rising and falling course towards the village of Sakathum until it reaches to Amjilasa. From here, following a long steep descent from which you can see the Ghunsa Khola Valley stretched out before you. Then following comparatively an easygoing trial you will be finally reaching to Sakathum.
• Day 22 : Trek to Chirwa 1180m About 7 Hours Trek

  Descend down even more today. Leaving the footprints behind at Sakathum, the trial heads to Chirwa. On the way you will meet up the union of three rivers, Tamor Khola Simbua Khola and Gunsa Khola. The opportunity to witness the glorious view of three rivers meeting to flow together can be very well captured here. On following the trail along Tamur Khola, many other small offshoot streams come your way. After trekking for about 7 hours you enter into the pristine village of Chirwa.
• Day 23 : Trek to Phurumba 1769m About 7 Hours Trek

  Today the major part of the trek indulges in ascending climb. Beginning with the further led route to the cultivated land and rich pastures you will reach to Mitlung. On reaching Mitlung, you halt for a hearty lunch. Then the trail zigzags through the path of steep stones. After climbing for about 4 hours you come to the valley of Phurumba.
• Day 24 : Trek to Taplejung 2300m 6 Hrs Trek Fly to Suketar

  Leaving behind the valley, you will continue the ascending climb along the ridge for about 3 hours to Taplejung village. You can meander around the village observing the villagers getting along with their daily routine. As Nepalese folks are generally friendly, you might be one of the lucky ones to get invited to a few village homes .Thereafter, after leisurely ascent for about 2 hours; you finally reach the airstrips at Suketar where you conclude the trip of the day as well as the trek concludes here.
• Day 25 : Fly to Kathmandu Via Biratnagar and Farewell Cultural Dinner

  As per your flight schedule you will board the twin otter plane and fly back to Kathmandu first to Biratnagar and boarding taking a connecting flight to Kathmandu. At Kathmandu, like in earlier occasion you will be received by a company representative and a driver. You will be escorted to your hotel room. . In the evening, your tour officer will pick you up for the dinner at one of the cultural restaurants of Thamel.
• Day 26 : Departure Day from Kathmandu 1400m

  As per your flight schedule, you will drive with our representative to the airport in a private vehicle. Have a safe flight and visit Nepal time and again.

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Sightseeing
• Arrival airport pick up
• Welcome dinner with live Nepali cultural program
• 4 Nights at 3 star standard accommodation at ‘Hotel Blue Horizon’ Kathmandu with breakfast
• Day guided tour of Kathmandu Valley
• Kathmandu- Sukhetar- Kathmandu flight, airport tax and domestic transfer
• Tent accommodations during the trek (comfortable and clean)
• All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking period
• One Trekking guide (Experienced, Fluent English Speaking, Gov. Licensed, first aid and eco trained)and their entire expenses, equipment and insurance
• Entire poterage cost and all the trekking equipments for porters
• Kanchenjunga Trekking permit/TIMS Card/ Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Project Fee
• All the Gov. and Local taxes as per applicable
• Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags while on trekking (on Request) - rated to -15 Degree Celsius
• One duffle Bag and T- shirt
• Trekking Map and Adventure Certificate
• Group medical Kit Box (Diamox & other first Aid Medicine)
• Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company
• Farewell dinner at one of the finest resturant located at thamel
• Final departure transfer

Exclusions

• Nepal Visa
• International flight to Kathmandu and return ticket to your Home country
• Entrance and monument fees during sightseeing
• Your meals at Kathmandu, except welcome dinner, farewell dinner and breakfast
• Entire cost of beverages, mineral water and beer etc. while on trek
• Travel insurance (Must include Helicopter evacuation and Trip Cancellation charges)
• Tipping to the guide and porter
• Any other expenses not stated in the "What is Included" list are your personal expenses

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• Thirbam Sadak,Acharya Galli Central Region, Kathmandu, Nepal - 44600
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