Kanchenjunga Trekking
Kanchanjunga the third highest mountain in the world at 8598 mtrs translated means crystal clear . The majority of trekking in this region around the Arun river whose origins date back to the prehistoric period.
Kanchenjung Base camp trekking is relatively strenuous and remote in a region rich in natural beauty, it is habitat to numerous wild animals with birds and exotic plants in abundance The region contains three peaks above 8000mt and eleven peaks above 7000mt. It is also a region of glaciers which add to the overall experience. Sherpas inhabit the northern part of the Kanchenjunga region Rai, Limbu, Magar, Tamang, Brahman and Chhetri dominate the south.anchenjunga Trek. A trek in a rarely visited and very remote area of Nepal. The trek takes you through pleasant villages and beautiful farmland for more than a week before reaching the high country at Gunsa. After Gunsa it takes another four days before reaching the the north side base camp Pang Pema (5100 m) with fantastic views of Makalu, Chamlang, Everest, Jannu and the Kanchenjunga massif along the way. The area has an abundance of wildlife including musk deer and blue sheep. One of the most beautiful treks in the world!
Trip Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu to Hille (1990m). Fly (45 minutes) to Biratnagar / drive (5 hours) to Hile. Hile is a charming town with a main street of busy shops. The town is mixed Chhetri, Magar, Tamang, Limbu, Rai, heritage .
Day 03: Hile / Shiduwa Shiduwa (2,237m) via Jorbhatti village / clear weather provides good views of distant snow- capped peaks ..
Day 04: Shidua / Door Pani:The day provides splendid panoramic views of Mt Makalu (8,356m) / Mt Chamlang (7,207m) .
Day 05: Door Pani / Gupha Pokhara (2,980m) Trek through rhododendron and bamboo forest, past small ponds and scattered farmhouses to the village of Gupta Pokhari. We camp near a small stone house adorned with Tibetan prayer flags, Rai and Limbu culture is very much in evidence .
Day 06: Gupha Pokhari / Nesum:We cross the pass at 2,980m / trek down to Nesum (1,991m) via Gurja Gaun .
Day 07: Nesum / Taplejung (1,772m) .
Day 08: Taplejung / Chiruwa (1,171m) .
Day 09: Chiruwa / Sakathum (1,626m) the Yalung Glacier on the south side of Kanchanjungha can be seen on this day .
Day 10: Sakathum / Ajilassa (2,400m) .
Day 11: Amjilassa / Kyapra 2,730m (rest day). Good views of the valley along with several open yak grazing pastures with clear side streams which provide a good water supply .
Day 12: Kyapra village / Ghunsa village (3,480m).
Day 13: Ghunsa village / Khambachen:View of Mt Jannu (the mystery peak 7,594m) / trek Khambachen (4,069m).
Day 14: Rest day / side treks.
Day 15: Khambachen / Lhonk. Trek through lateral moraine with the Kanchanjungha glacier clearly in view / follow moraine to the junction of Lhonak Glacier and the valley / After crossing the junction reach Lhonak (7,409m).
Day 16: Side treks around Lhonak (4700m).Day trip to Pangpema to observe the glaciers plus good mountain views.
Day 17: Lhonak / Ghunsa Village (4700m). Trek back on same route.
Day 18: Ghunsa / Ramche or Tserang:Trek over the Miring La pass (4,805m). to reach Tserang.
Day 19: Tserang. Rest day.
Day 20: Tserang / Ramite Bhanjyang (3,201m):Trek to Torotan (2,943m) through rhododendron forest to Ramite Bhanjyang.
Day 21: Ramite Bhanjyang / Yamphudin:Trek steeply down to Omja Khola / on to Dub Bhanjyang pass (2,357m) / trek down to Yamphudin.
Day 22: Yamphudin / Ponphe (1,652m):Trek to Kabell Khola / trek up to Manaka, a Limbu village / trek Ponphe.
Day 23: Ponphe / Khunjari (1577m).
Day 24: Khujari / Taplejung (2237m).
Day 25: Fly to Kathmandu from Biratnagar or drive to Kathmandu.
Day 26: Warm Departure
| Trekking Destination: | Kathmandu - Biratnagar - Kathmandu |
| Group Size: | 01-25 |
| Highest Access of the Trekking: | 4,805m |
| Grade: |  |
| Transportation: | Surface |
| Mode of Trekking Tour: | Camping/Lodges |
| Trekking Hour: | 4-6 |
| Total Days: | 26 Days |
Tour Cost Include:
| » | Airport pick up and Drop by private car/van/bus. |
| » | Accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast |
| » | All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking. |
| » | All necessary permits and conservation entry permits. |
| » | All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the trekking |
| » | Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) Permit & Special trekking permit. |
| » | An experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 peoples). |
| » | Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter. |
| » | Katmandu-Birtangar-Hile by Bus |
| » | All government taxes. |
| » | All transportation by car/ van/ bus |
| » | Nepal entry visa fee |
| » | Your Travel insurance. |
| » | Your personal expenses. |
| » | All lunch and dinner in Kathmandu |
| » | International airfare and airport departure tax. |
| » | Bottle Drinks. |
| » | Tips for the guide and porter |