KANGCHENJUNGA CIRCUIT TREK
Kangchenjunga, which means "The Five Treasures of Snows", is the third-highest mountain in the world and second-highest in Nepal.
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Max. Elevation:5475 M.
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Walking Per Day:5 - 6 Hours
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Accommodation:Hotel + Lodge + Tent
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Best Season:Spring/Autumn
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Group Size:2 - 15 PAX

Country
Nepal

Duration
26 Days

Route
via Ghunsa

Range
Kangchenjunga Region
Trip Overview
Kangchenjunga (8,586m) is the third highest peak in the World. This is one of the unexplored and virgin trekking routes located in the eastern part of Nepal. Trekking in Kanchenjunga is a pleasing trail that offers us wonderful snow-capped mountains, a landscape, and an exotic scenic view of the Himalayas. You can enjoy different types of small and high snowy peaks above 8,000 m and below 8,000m popular peaks such as Mt. Everest (8,848m), Mt. Makalu (8,201m), and Mt. Lhotse (8,516m), etc.
Kanchenjunga Trekking route can be used from Nepal and Sikkim side too, where we can find many mysterious stories concerning Himalayan Yeti, the abdominal snowman is believed to be found in this region. Kanchenjunga trek is a special and unforgettable destination for the trekkers because of its landscape, and amazing topography of the land. We can see massive wildlife during the trekking such as snow Leopard, Musk deer, Red Panda many more. Kanchenjunga Trekking trail has more exciting and challenging daredevil and popular organizing trip to situated in the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area which is spread over 2,035m sq. km from enriching in wildlife diversities also many threatened species of birds such as Impedance Pheasant, Red-Billed Blue Magpie, Shy Dragon, Amphibian and Mammals are found in this region and preserved including Snow-leopard, Himalayan Black Bear, Musk Deer, Red Panda, etc. While, passing along this trekking trail will provide us to observe the remarkable valleys with an amazing culture, traditions of the local inhabitants, magnificent views of the frozen lake crystal clear stream, Okthan glacier, an amazing ascend of Rathong and Kabru glacial excursion around Ramche, etc. are the best point view of the Kanchenjunga trekking trail.
Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to the Hotel (1,350m)
Hotel -
Day 2
Rest in Kathmandu: Briefing and Preparation
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Day 3
Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur and Drive to Ilam (1,205m)
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Day 4
Drive from Ilam to Taplejung and trek to Mitlung (921m
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Day 5
Trek from Mitlung to Chirwa (1,270m)
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Day 6
Trek from Chirwa to Sekathum (1,660m)
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Day 7
Trek from Sekathum to Amiilosa (2,308m)
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Day 8
Trek from Amiilosa to Gyabla (2,730m)
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Day 9
Trek from Gyabla to Ghunsa (3,550m)
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Day 10
Acclimatization in Ghunsa (Rest Day)
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Day 11
Trek from Ghunsa to Khambachen (4,050m)
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Day 12
Trek from Khambachen to Lhonak (4,780m)
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Day 13
Hike from Lhonak to Kangchenjunga North Basecamp (5,475m) and back to Lhonak
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Day 14
Trek from Lhonak to Ghunsa
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Day 15
Trek from Ghunsa to Sele La Bascamp (4,200m)
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Day 16
Trek from Sere La to Tseram (3,870m) via crossing High Pass
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Day 17
Trek from Tseram to Ramche (4,580m)
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Day 18
Trek from Ramche to Oktang Tempale (South Basecamp Viewpoint) and return to Tseram
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Day 19
Trek from Tseram to Tortong (2,995m)
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Day 20
Trek from Tortong to Yamphudin (2,080m)
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Day 21
Trek from Yamphudin to Khewang
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Day 22
Trek from Khewang to Khandenba
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Day 23
Drive from Khandenba to Bhadrapur and transfer to the Hotel: via Phidim
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Day 24
Fly from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu and transfer to the Hotel
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Day 25
Leisure Day in Kathmandu City
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Day 26
Transfer to the International Airport for final departure
Breakfast
Cost Includes
- ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE : Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop), by private vehicle.
- HOTEL ACCOMMODATION IN KATHMANDU : 4 nights hotel in Kathmandu (4-star category) - twin sharing room on bed and breakfast plan.
- HOTEL IN BHADRAPUR : 1-night Hotel in Bhadrapur, twin bedroom sharing basis.
- WELCOME DINNER : One Welcome Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with Office Staff.
- PERMIT : All necessary paperwork: Restricted Area Permit, Conservation Area Permit, and fees.
- RESTRICTED AREA PERMIT : Restricted area permit fee.
- INSURANCE : Medical and emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek.
- MAP : Kangchenjunga Region Trekking map.
- MEMBER TRANSPORTATION : (Standard Route Itinerary) Transportation (Domestic Flight): Fly from Kathmandu - to Bhadrapur and drive from Bhadrapur up to Taplejung (by Jeep). While returning Drive from Khandenba to Bhadrapur and Fly from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu, as per the itinerary.
- MEMBER LUGGAGE : Up to 15 Kg per member as personal baggage during the trek to be carried by porters.
- FOODS & LODGING : 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge during the trek. Hygienic and fresh green vegetables, and fresh meat, will be served during the trip.
- DRINKING : Per day 2 Liters of boiled water per member to carry on the thermos.
- GUIDE : Government-licensed Guide (English speaking) during the trek.
- PORTER : Porters as required (2 members: 1 Porter) to and from Basecamp (both ways).
- STAFF SALARY AND ALLOWANCE : All Nepalese staff and porters’ daily wages, salary, equipment, food, and clothing.
- SATELLITE PHONE : For emergency communication carried by a Guide, also available for members with an appropriate charge.
- MEDICAL KIT : Comprehensive Medical kit.
Cost Excludes
- AIRFARE : International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
- NEPAL ENTRY VISA FEE : Nepalese Visa fee is $50 USD for 30 Days.
- LUNCH & DINNER : Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary).
- EXTRA NIGHTS IN KATHMANDU : Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking, or domestic flight cancellation (due to any other reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- INSURANCE POLICY : Insurance covering both medical and high-altitude evacuation costs (for the trip cancellation, interruption, high-altitude rescue, air evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.) *Mandatory
- PERSONAL EXPENSES : Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and any Alcoholic beverages.
- PERSONAL EQUIPMENT : Clothing, Packing Items, Bags, Personal Medical Kit, and all kinds of Personal Trekking Gear.
- TOILETRIES : Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean.
- FILMING : Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.
- INTERNET SERVICE : Not included during the trek.
- EXTRA PORTER : $45 USD for an extra porter per day (If an extra porter is requested).
- TIPS : Calculate some tips for guides, porters, and helpers.
- EXTRA : Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary and other items not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.