KANCHENJUNGA BASE CAMP TREK

27 Days

5153m

Kanchengjunga Region

Tough

Overview

Kanchenjunga Trekking program takes you to the northern and southern base camp of the third highest peak in the world Mt. Kanchanjunga (8586 m.). This peak lies in the eastern border of Nepal and towers over the Indian state of Sikkim. Another great trekking destination in Nepal which provides an excellent panoramic view of the Himalayas including four highest mountain in the world: Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Kanchenjunga, different landscape and interesting cultures.
This region was opened to trekkers only in 1989 although people have trekked in the area in connection with mountaineering expeditions since the turn of the century. Kanchenjunga Trekking starts from south-eastern corner of Nepal which is at an altitude of 70 m. and ends up to the base camp of the Kanchenjunga 5150 m. which is one of the greatest mountain masses in the world. The foothill of Kanchenjunga is home to Rai and Limbus where as Tibetans and Sherpas graze herds of Yak in the higher area. Kanchenjunga Trekking is one of Nepal’s least trekked areas and one of the bests as well.

Itinerary

DAYS	ITINERARY
01	Arrive in Kathmandu (1375m)
02	Fly to Bhadrapur, Drive to Taplejung (1820m) 4hrs
03	Trek to Mithlung (800m) 4/5hrs
04	Trek to Chirwa (1190m) 5hrs
05	Trek to Sekathum (1640m) 6/7hrs
06	Trek to Anjilasha (2490m) 6hrs
07	Trek to Gyapla (2730m) 6/7hrs
08	Trek to Ghunsa (3430m) 6hrs
09	Rest & Explore Day
10	Trek to Khambachen (4040m) 5/6hrs
11	Trek to Lhonak (4790m) 6/7hrs
12	Trek to Pangpema (5140m) 4/5hrs
13	Trek back to Khambachen (4040m) 7hrs
14	Back to Gunsa (3430m) 4hrs
15	Trek to Selele Base (4550m) 6/7hrs
16	Trek to Tseram (3870m) 8/9hrs
17	Trek to Ramche (4620m) & Hike to Oktang (5153m) 7/8hrs
18	Trek to Dorongdin (3000m) 7hrs
19	Trek to Sherpa gaun (2080m) 8hrs
20	Trek to Phumpe Danda (2080m) 8hrs
21	Trek to Kade Bhanjyang (1850m) 6/7hrs
22	Trek to Lalikharka (2260m) 5/6hrs
23	Trek to Sukhetar (24200m) 3/4hrs
24	Drive to Bhadrapur 8-9hrs
25	Fly to Kathmandu
26	Kathmandu Sightseeing
27	Departure

Flexible Additions

All our trekking options are completely flexible. We cater to your needs. Below are a list of service we offer and items that are generally not included in our prices.

Services Available

Meals while trekking
Bilingual mountain guide
All mountain first aid equipment including altitude chamber & satellite phone
Entrance Fees
Porters
Insurance
Trekking Gear
Airport Transfers

Price Excludes

Tips for guides and porters
Bottled water, soft drinks or alcoholic drinks
Personal services like phones calls, laundry etc.
Sunscreen, toiletries and personal items

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FAQs

What do we need for trekking in Nepal?

Good boots, warm clothes (we provide a packing list for each trek) and your own day pack. We provide a lot of the gear that you will need up in the mountains. Please be in touch for more info.

What size are the groups?

For our upcoming treks the groups vary between 4 to 12 people. Private trekking parties group sizes are not limited.

I'm not fit, can I still trek?

Treks can be customised to suit your trekking capabilities.

I'm travelling on my own, can you assist?

Most definitely. You are welcome to join our pre-planned treks, or if you wish to trek on your own, we can arrange a porter and guide to accompany you.

How can I offset my carbon footprint?

You could use this free carbon calculator https://www.carbonfootprint.com/carbonoffset.html and calculate your carbon footprint for your journey to Nepal (KTM: Tribhuvan Intl, Nepal) -and then choose one of the projects offered on the website to offset your carbon footprint. You could certainly find other worthwhile initiatives to make sure that you holiday in Nepal leaves as little trace of destruction of the environment and wild places that we so love, and also as little negative imprint on societies and people whom we are so privileged to meet while on our journey. We understand the world to be a completely interdependent system of human relationships and understand the responsibilities that we all have for each other – one of which is to be aware of how we travel and our externalities… despite all our good intentions. We also believe that travel is essential and hugely important in creating an inclusive, sustainable and equitable world.

What are the costs for your treks?

Each trek or expedition will be priced individually depending on group size, duration of trek, whether it is a tent or tea house trek, whether domestic flights or jeep transport is included.

How do I choose which trek is for me?

When choosing a trek consider if you wish to stay in a tea house or tent, what altitude you feel comfortable with, do you wish to participate in mountaineering or climb a peak? Use the filters on our listings pages to filter the available treks.

How do I prepare for altitude?

The secret to altitude is time. The golden rule for acclimatization at high altitude states that one should start acclimatizing at +/-10,000 feet (3,000 meters) above the sea level. Once you reach that altitude, it is recommended that you increase the elevation of your stay at no more than 1,000 feet (300 meters) per night before you continue to ascend. Resting overnight at 1,000 feet (300 meters) elevation increase each day will help your body to acclimatize naturally.