Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek

Kanchejunga soaring peak is so high that trekking in its base camp is itself an adventurous and adrenaline task. Kanchenjunga Base Camp trek is relatively different when comparing it with other classical trekking in Nepal. The massif Kanhenjunga is so huge that it straddles the border of three countries- Nepal, India and China. Until 1849, Mount Kanchenjunga (8,586m) is considered as the highest mountain on earth that goes before the discovery of Everest and K2. According to Tibetan mythology, Kanchenjunga means “the five great treasure of snow”.

Kanchenjunga region is inhabitant by the ethnic tribe- Rai, Limbu and Sherpa people. This trek gives you an exceptional opportunity to explore wide range of landscapes, lust tropical forest and alpine zone that grows rhododendron, chestnut and oak forest. Pristine Jungle and wet lands are home for iconic species such as Red Panda, snow leopard, Tibetan wolf and numerous species of flora and birds. Trekking in spring fascinates you with an enchanting view of thriving rhododendron sweeping all over the hills and scarlet Lali Gurans, the national flower of Nepal. You will encounter many cultural villages inhabited by Limbu people in lower valley to Gurung and Sherpa in higher valley. The trail meanders through Kanchenjunga National Park supported by WWF in collaboration with local community and the majority of area is very less populated. The actual trekking instigates from Taplejung, takes a loop of Kanchenjunga region and ends at Taplejung.

Day 01: Arrival day at Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.

Day 02: Sightseeing of world heritage site at Kathmandu valley and preparation of trek

Day 03/04: Fly to Bhadrapur and drive to Taplejung via Illam

Day 05/10: Trek to Ghunsa via Sakethun and Kyapra and rest for acclimatization

Day 11/13: Trek to Lhonak and Excursion of Pangpema

Day 14/15: Trek to Sele La Base Camp

Day 16/17: Trek to Ramze crossing Sela Le (4,600m) and Sinion Pass

Day 18: Excursion of Oktang, south of Kanchenjung Base Camp

Day 19/23: Trek to Tharpu via Khebank and drive back to Bhadrapur. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 24/26: Flight back to Kathmandu and excursion day at Kathmandu

Day 27: Final Departure

Cost Includes

• Airport to Hotel pickup and drop transportation by private van
• Accommodation and meals throughout trek
• Kathmandu City tour
• Transportation fare- All national flights and ground transportation as per itinerary
• All Trekking permits and required entrance fee
• An experienced guide, porters and their accommodation and meals
• Trekking equipments
• Safe drinking water –boiled/iodinate
• First medical kit
• All government and local tax
• All office charge

Cost Excludes

• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
• Travel insurance charge
• International flight fare
• Nepal entry fare- 25$ for 15 days, 40$ for 30 days and 90$ for 100 days
• Personal nature expenses- alcoholic beverages, mineral water, special menu, shopping, internets, laundry
• Hot showers during the trek
• Personal trekking equipments
• Tips for guides, porters and drivers (Tips are expected but not mandatory)