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Kanchanjanga Trek

Kanchanjanga Trek The World’s third highest mountain peak Kanchenjunga (8,586 meters) is the thrilling place of Nepal not found elsewhere. It is situated north in north eastern part of Nepal border by Tibet, China and India. This area is declared as the gift of the Earth full of alpine grass lands, rocky outcrops, dense temperate, Monasteries, chhortens, temples, prayer walls, sub-tropical forests and low river valley. This enchanting area offers the excellent display of flowering glory of rhododendrons, orchids, lilies, primula and many other flowers. The must-see place of this region is Kanchenjunga Conservation Area spread in an area of 2,035 square Kilometers. The area has a rich diversity of wildlife including snow leopard, Himalayan black bear, musk deer red panda and others. Impheyan, pheasant, red-billed blue mangpie, shy drongo are the major birds found here.

Trekking in Kanchanjunga region offers you also other fascinating mountain peaks like, Mt. Kang (8505m) Dromo peak (6100m) Yalung Ri (5200m). Few high passes and challenging trails are encountered while doing Kanchanjunga Trek. It is a glorious and unforgettable experience that makes so much worth the trip. Kanchanjunga Trek is sure to give you more then what you pay for.

Fact of Trip

Highlight of Trip

Duration: 24 days

Best season: Mar, Apr, May and Sep, Oct, Nov

Grade: Adventurous and challenging

Style of Trekking: Camping

Maximum Altitude: 5140m.

Group size: 02+

Trip Map

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Day to Day Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel. 1350m.

Day 02: Guided tour in Kathmandu valley. Finale preparation of Trekking. Accomodation in Hotel. 1350m.

Day 03: Half day in Kathmandu valley and late afternoon flight to Biratnagar. Transfr to Hotel

Day 03: Fly to Suketar and trek to Mitlung (4/5 Hrs 890m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 04: Trek to Chirwa (5/6 Hrs 1185m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 05: Trek to Sekathum (5/6 Hrs 1650m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 06: Trek to Amjilosa (7/5 Hrs 2498m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 07: Trek to Gyabla (5/6 Hrs 2726m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 08: Trek to Ghunsa (5/6 Hrs 3415m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 09: Trek to Kangpachen (6/57 Hrs 4145m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 10: Rest day at Kangpachen. Accommodation in Camp

Day 11: Trek to Lhonak (4/5 Hrs 4792m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 12: Trek to Kanchanjanga North Base Camp (Pang Pema) (4/5 Hrs 5140m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 13: Trek to Kangpachen. (6/7 Hrs 4145m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 14: Trek back to Ghunsa (4/5 Hrs 3415m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 15: Trek to Ramche (7/8 Hrs 4610m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 16: Day trip to Yalung Glacier and back to Ramche. Accommodation in camp

Day 17: Trek to Torong (7/8 Hrs 2980m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 18: Trek to Yamphudin (8/9 Hrs 1692m) Accommodation in Camp

Day 19: Trek to Yangpang. Accommodation in Camp

Day 20: Trek to Thorpu. Accommodation in Camp

Day 21: Trek and Drive back to Birtamod. Accommodation in Camp

Day 22: Fly back to Kathmandu from Bhadrapur Airport. Transfer to Hotel

Day 23: Free day in Kathmandu. Farewell dinner in Nepali Cultural Restaurant

Day 24: Transfer to International Airport for your Finale Departure

Trip Cost Includes:

Airport picks up and Drop by private car/van/bus.
4 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing basis with breakfast (on the arrival day and after the trekking)
All tented camp in Trekking trail
All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking
Restricted area permit and National park permit
All necessary staffs with experienced English speaking guide, cook, assistant and Supporters to carry luggage, including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and accommodation.
All the Camping equipments (kitchen, dining, toilet tents, mattresses, and kitchen equipments.
Travel and rescue arrangements
sleeping bag & down jackets if needed
Medical supplies (first aid kit)
All service charge and government taxes

Trip Cost Doesn’t Includes:

Travel & Medical insurance, Emergency and rescue
Lunch and dinner while you are in Kathmandu,
Personal expenses
Alcoholic and non alcoholic bottled drinks
International airfare and airport departure tax
Tips for the guide and porter
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary

Note: We can combine this trekking trip with some other activities such as cultural tour, jungle safari, whitewater rafting, bungee jump, paragliding etc.
For further information and prices for any of the above treks please contact us.