Kanchenjunga Trek

Trip Fact

  • DestinationNepal
  • Durations26 days
  • Group SizeMin. 8 Pax

Overview

Kanchenjunga Trek Kanchenjunga trek is an excursion to the segregated part of Nepal through the undisturbed valleys and the rhododendron forests. Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m) is the third highest peak in the world which is one of the prime attractions of the trip. It is stunningly located at the border part of India with five summits. It has been described as the queen of the mountains.

Kanchenjunga trekking goes through the ethnic communities of the eastern Nepal, mainly of Ri, Limbu and Sherpa towns. Their culture, costumes and the traditional pattern of spending life is remarkable. The trek leads you to the Kanchenjunga base camp crossing various sub-tropical and alpine forests that are the home of the red panda and other wild animals. When you reach to the alpine region, you will be astounded by the snow covered wonderland of magnificent pinnacle delicately fixed by the waterways and glaciers. Beginning the trek from Suketar, you walk over and reach Khambachen, Pangpema and enjoy the awesome Himalayan sceneries along with the attractions of the northern Base Camp Kanchenjunga Glacier. After crossing the Sele La, you reach to Tseram, Ramche and head to explore the Southern Base Camp and Yalung Glacier.

Kanchenjunga base camp trek is strenuous and demanding so your physical fitness should be fine for the trek. Snow View Treks organize all the things for camping (hygiene meals, accommodation and emphasize on acclimatization. Please, contact us for more details.

Detail Itinerary

1Day 1

Our guide will welcome you at Kathmandu airport (1345meters)and transfer in your hotel in Kathmandu . Overnight at hotel.

2Day 2

Sightseeing around Kathmandu valleyand prepartion about trek . Overnight at hotel.

3Day 3

Fly to Suketar and trek to Phurumba/ Jogidanda

4Day 4

Jogidanda to Chirwa (1190m)

5Day 5

Chirwa to Sakathum (1640m)

6Day 6

Sakathum to Amjilassa (2490m)

7Day 7

Amjilassa to Gyabla (2730m)

8Day 8

Gyabla to Gunsa (3410m

9Day 9

Rest day or acclimatization at Ghunsa

10Day 10

Ghunsa to Khambachen (4150m)

11Day 11

Khambachen to Lhonak(4790m)

12Day 12

Lhonak to Pangpema (5140m)

13Day 13

Exploration day around Northern Base Camp Kanchenjunga Glacier

14Day 14

Kanchenjunga Glacier back to Khambachen (4150m)

15Day 15

Trek back to Gunsa (3410m

16Day 16

Gunsa to Selele Kharka

17Day 17

Selele Kharka to over Selele Pass - trek down to Tseram (3900m)

18Day 18

Tseram to Ramche (4620m)

19Day 19

Explore around Southern Base Camp and Yalung Glacier and return to Ramche

20Day 20

Ramchek to Torntan (2990m)

21Day 21

Torntan to Yamphudin (1690m)

22Day 22

Yamphudin to Keswa (1960m)

23Day 23

Keswa to Suketar (2400m)

24Day 24

Fly back Suketar to Kathamandu and transfer to hotel.

25Day 25

Leisure day in Kathmandu Overnight at hotel.

26Day 26

Transfer to international airport for your departure.

If the provided schedule isn't suitable for you, we are able to create personalized travel arrangements according to your preferences and requirements.

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