Kanchenjunga Region• Mount Kanchenjunga, Nepal

Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek

Trip Snapshot

Highlights

Quick facts for planning this journey.

Difficulty

7/10

Duration

16 Days

Trip Style

Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek

Best Time

Autumn (Sep-Nov) and Spring (Mar-May)

Transportation

Private Vehicle, Domestic Flight

Accommodation

Semi Lodge/ or fully Camping

Max Altitude

5105 m

Group

Min-2, Max 20

Summary

Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek/Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek is Eastern park of the Taplejung District Nepal/Mount Kanchenjunga is third highest Mt/

Overview

Trip Introduction

Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek is Eastern park of the Taplejung District Nepal. Mount Kanchenjunga. North-base-camp-trek. Also Mount Kanchenjunga is third highest mountain in the world scaling 8,586 m.The park is still enjoying on its wilderness, untouched by the change of time. The trek will go through diverse land topography, forests and villages. Local Culture there Limbu,Sherpa and Tibet Culture. And there two base Camp North and South Naturally beautiful. Trekking to the Kanchenjunga is wonderful since it is still remaining as virgin area in the northeastern part of Nepal. It offers unique beauty of nature with beautiful mountains as well as various types of vegetation’s. This part of Nepal serves you multi-ethnic faces while you are en route to the 8586 m. high superb mountain. You can meet the farmers cultivating rice and Milt in Kanchenjunga Area. Everest Base Camp Trek

Kanchenjunga Trek begins once you reach Taplejung via flight from Bhadarpur. From Taplejung we trek to Mitlung, Sukhathum and reach to Sherpa village of Ghunsa. The trails at the lower sections pass through fertile valleys with beautiful pastures, villages of Limbu people, cardamom fields and dense forests. After a day of acclimatization at Ghunsa we trek further north along the river bank us magnificent mountain scenery. We pass through meadows full with wildflowers, rhododendron and pine forest and reach to Nuphchu River valley area. We go further up towards Lhonak and along the Kanchenjunga Glacier to Pangpema, Kanchenjunga Base Camp on north side. Here we can enjoy the spendor of Jannu, Kanchenjunga and Chang Himal. Then we retrace back to Kambachen, Ghunsa.

You can meet the farmers cultivating rice Cardamom, which are supplied on their back to the houses and the yak herder sleeping in the tents made of yak wool. You walk through small villages and it is very exciting to cross the rivers, over the suspension bridges, which you can experience only in this area. Lower Dolpao Trek

You can also visit the site which may change your mind to do this trek Kanchenjunga circuit trek

Day By Day Plan

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m).

Day 2: Fly to Biratnagar (262m).

Day 3: Fly to Suketar & trek to Mitlung (2,245m).

Day 4: Mitlung to Taplethook (1,380m).

Day 5: Tailhook to Amjilosha (2,308m).

Day 6: Amjilosha to Gyapla (2,730m).

Day 7: Gyapla to Ghunsa (3,595m).

Day 8: Acclimatize and Explore around Ghunsa (3,595m).

Day 9: Ghunsa to Kambachen (4m).

Day 10: Kambachen to Lhonak (4m).

Day 11: Trek to Pangpema (Kanchenjunga North Base Camp) and Back to Lhonak (5105m).

Day 12: Trek to Ghunsa (3m).

Day 13: Back to Amjolosha (2m).

Day 14: Amjilosha to Chhirua (1m).

Day 15: Chhirua to Suketar (2m).

Day 16: Fly to Kathmandu via Biratnagar (1,300m).

Day 17: Free Day at Kathmandu (1,300m).

Day 18: International Departure (1,300m).

Packages

Trip Pricing

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Airports pick up and drop by private vehicle.
Hotel in Kathmandu for 2 Nights twin sharing with breakfast.
Full day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with an experienced city guide.
Grounded transportation and Flight from KTM to Bhadrapur and skater to KTM.
All meals and accommodation during the Kanchenjunga trekking period.
An experienced English speaking guide trained by gov. of Nepal.
Highly experienced Kanchenjunga base camp trekking staffs.
All governmental procedure permits fees and local taxes.
medical kit, Nepali staff insurance.
Travel and rescue arrangements.
farewell dinner at a typical Nepalese restaurant.

What You Need To Bring

Equipments List

EQUIPMENT LIST

Nepal Trekking Equipment List

This piece info is creating data on consumer goods and equipment needs, For those that would love an extra detailed discussion for equipment for Nepalese Himalayan Trek.
The following equipment list is required for Nepal Trekking and climbing and a list, you have to have suggested equipment just have with you, however, that you just might have your own personal first choice equipment which can be equally as appropriate

Footwear

Walking boots with suitable ankle support that have been worn-in prior to the trek, and which are waterproof.
Trainer or casual shoes, for trekking and/or for travelling.
Warm socks for colder areas.
Gaiters, in case of rain or snow

Legwear

Loose, casual trousers for trekking.
Thermal leggings for colder areas.
Long skirt for women as an alternative to trousers.
Waterproof trousers

Body

Selection of T-shirts, and long sleeved shirts, preferably not cotton.
Thermal shirt for colder areas.
Warm shirt, possibly fleeces, for colder areas.
Fleece jacket or warm wool jumper.
Windproof, waterproof outer shell garment for higher altitudes.
Down jacket (optional for cold nights & mornings; can be hired in Kathmandu cheaply)

Head/Hands

Wool or fleece hat, or balaclava.
Hat or cap for sun protection while trekking.
Sunglasses or goggles.
Warm gloves

Other items

Strong rucksack or large hold all to be carried by porters.
Daysack to be carried personally.
Plastic bags or stuff sacks to store/separate trekking gear inside your main bag.
One litre water bottle.
Personal first aid kit to include essential items.
Sleeping bag, 4 seasons.
Torch, ideally head torch.
Digital Camera and spare battery and battery charger! – For those not to be forgotten shots of the Himalaya.
Toilet items and towel.
Large handkerchief/bandana for neck

Optional items

Binoculars
Books (see Recommended Reading)
Altimeter
Compass
Playing cards / backgammon / chess set

Recommended Mountaineering Kit

In addition to the items mentioned above for trekking, the following is a list of the additional specialist items which are required for the trekking peaks.
Plastic or leather mountaineering boots, with gaiters and crampons that have been tested for a good fit.

Peak Climbing

fleece trousers
Additional mitts and gloves suitable for climbing
Ice axe, and ski poles (note – ice axe can be hired in Kathmandu)
Climbing harness
2 x tape slings
2 x screw gate karabiners
Descended/abseil device
Ascender

Before You Go

Trip Highlights

Trip Details:
Total Duration: 16 Days.
Group Size: Min-2, Max 20.
Trekking Region: Mount Kanchenjunga.
Trip Type Name: Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek.
Highest Altitude of the trek: 5105 m.
Highest Point: Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek (5105 m)
Grade: Difficult.
Transportation: Private Vehicle, Domestic Flight.
Accommodation: Semi Lodge/ or fully Camping.
Type of Tour: Trekking, Hiking, Walking, Culture
Trekking Hour: Approximately 6-7 hours each day.
Best Season: Autumn (Sep-Nov) and Spring (Mar-May).
Starting from: Kathmandu.
Ending at: Kathmandu.

Departure

Review

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Himalayan mountain summit above morning clouds

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