Summit Nepal Adventure

Kanchanjunga base camp

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Duration
20 days days
Max. Elevation
5143m
Group size
2-20
Level
DIFFICULT
Transportation
Domestic flights to/from Taplejung; on-foot trekking during the trek
Best Season
Autunm and spring
Accomodation
Basic teahouses and lodges; camping in more remote areas
Meals
Local Nepali cuisine, with some Western options available in larger villages
Starts at
Taplejung
Ends at
Trip Route
Taplejung - Mitlung - Chirwa - Sekathum - Amjilosa - Gyabla - Ghunsa - Kambachen - Lhonak - Pangpema - Ghunsa - Sele La - Tseram - Ramche - Yalung Glacier - Tortong - Yamphudin

Highlights

    • Views of Kanchenjunga and other 8,000m peaks
    • Diverse ecosystems from subtropical forests to alpine meadows
    • Encounter with rare wildlife like snow leopards and red pandas
    • Cultural interactions with local Rai, Limbu, and Sherpa communities
    • Visit to both Kanchenjunga North and South Base Camps
    • Crossing high mountain passes like Sele La (4,290m)
The Kanchenjunga base camp Trek is a challenging and remote trek that circumnavigates the world's third-highest mountain, Kanchenjunga (8,586m). This trek offers stunning views of the Himalayan range, diverse landscapes, and a unique cultural experience in one of Nepal's least-visited regions.

Trek Profile

This is a strenuous trek requiring good physical fitness and prior high-altitude trekking experience. Proper acclimatization is crucial. Trekkers should be prepared for basic accommodations and potential weather changes.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu

Day 2: Fly to Taplejung, drive to Mitlung

Day 3-5: Trek to Ghunsa via Chirwa, Sekathum, and Amjilosa

Day 6-7: Acclimatization and exploration around Ghunsa

Day 8-10: Trek to Pangpema (North Base Camp) via Kambachen and Lhonak

Day 11: Explore Pangpema

Day 12-13: Return to Ghunsa

Day 14-15: Trek to Tseram via Sele La pass

Day 16: Day trip to Ramche and Yalung Glacier (South Base Camp area)

Day 17-20: Trek back to Taplejung via Tortong and Yamphudin

Day 21: Fly back to Kathmandu

Day 22-23: Buffer days for weather or rest

Day 24: Depart Kathmandu

Max. altitude

5143

Accomodation

tea house

Meals

local cuisne
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Includes

    All necessary permits and conservation area fees
    Experienced guide and porters
    Accommodation and meals during the trek
    Domestic flights to/from Taplejung
    First aid kit and oxygen cylinder for emergencies

Doesn't Include

    International flights to/from Nepal
    Personal equipment and clothing
    Travel insurance
    Personal expenses and tips
    Meals in Kathmandu
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