Trip Grade
Strenuous
Duration
21 Days
Daily Activity
4-7 hours
Country
Nepal
Season
Spring / Autumn
Group Size
2-10 pax
Max Altitude
5120m
Transportation
airplane-private vehicle
ACCOMMODATION
Local lodges
Trip Type
Trekking
Kanchenjunga trekking is wilderness & unspoiled trekking trails in far eastern part of Nepal. In Tibetan, ‘Kanchenjunga’ means ‘the five treasure houses of snow’, which gives you some idea of what to expect should you visit this area. Kanchenjunga circuit trek is a chance to reach the base camp of the world’s third tallest mountain on a remote mountain trail ideal for trekkers who enjoy the solitude. The Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek is a challenging and exhilarating adventure that takes you through the breathtaking landscapes of the Kanchenjunga region in the eastern part of Nepal. Kanchenjunga trek is considered one of the most remote and least explored trekking routes in the country, offering trekkers an opportunity to immerse themselves in the pristine beauty of the Himalayas.
This trek has a remote charm that calls for all trekkers to discoverer the undiscovered remote region of Nepal . The trek provides opportunity to experience the local cultures of Rai, Limbu and Sherpa mostly along with rich and diverse landscape. Trekking in the Kanchenjunga area is a long course and offers one of the best high altitude trekking trips, leading the famous peaks of eastern Nepal as Kanchenjunga and mysterious Jannu via the enormous Yalung Glacier.
Trip Highlight
DAY
1
After landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and completing your custom formalities pick up your luggage and look for representative of Adventure Sherpa Tracks who who will be with display board at the arrival gate. You will be greeted by our representative and he/she will pick you and transfer to your hotel. Then check-in at the hotel, freshen up and take a rest. In evening or noon , you are introduced to your fellow participants ,guides and discuss about our trip at Hotel where you stay.
DAY
2
DAY
3
After breakfast, our guide will collect you from your hotel and accompany you to the airport. The short flight to Bhadrapur takes us over the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding hill and through some of the mountains Nepal is famous for. A free mountain flight of 1 hr. takes us to Bhadrapur, we will drive about 4 hours to Illam about the heart of the tea plantation area of the country. Overnight.
DAY
4
After breakfast, we drive for 4 hours through terraced fields and hills to reach Taplejung where we spend the night. There will be time to explore the town after lunch. It is an interesting place with many Buddhist gompas. At one of these gompas, we can see butter lamps which have been burning continuously for 400 years. A stream outside the gompa turns prayer wheels which send the mantra “om mane padme hum” to the heavens.
DAY
5
Today we will head to Lalikharka by 4-5 hours of trekking. Lalikharka is a beautiful village in Panchthar District in the Mechi Zone of eastern Nepal. It is a simultaneous ascent and descent on a trail that mostly passes through lush green forests all the way to Lalikharkha. Overnight.
DAY
6
After breakfast we begin our trek to Khesewa . It is mostly an easy descent until Phundrawa. From here we begin our ascent. It is a steep climb until Yangpang from where we climb steadily up until Phumphe Danda followed by another ascent to Khesewa. Our trek will be through forests and small villages.Today we will hikes about 5-6 hours Overnight.
DAY
7
We begin our trek towards the Kabeli Khola after the breakfast . Next, we walk on a trail that passes through forests before crossing a small stream. On the way, we enjoy amazing views of the Himalayan peaks while also passing through several beautiful small villages. Today our hiking will be about 5-6 hours Overnight in Mamankhe.
DAY
8
Today our’s trek will be mostly uphill on an easy trail whereby we mostly walk alongside the Kabeli Khola. During the walk, we also admire the beautiful ridge behind the stream. We continue our walk and admire a beautiful waterfall nearby. After walking for some time. we cross a small suspension bridge. We pass through small settlements before reaching Yamphudin to spend the night.Todays hiking will be arund 4-5 hours.
DAY
9
Today we begin our walk on a path commonly used by the villagers and pass through terraced farms and green meadows.Today we will hike around 6-8 hours Along the way, we have the constant company of the Himalayas to enjoy. Our walk will be on a trail along the Amji Khola. We also cross a pass at Lassiya Bhanjyang before reaching Tortong. Overnight.
DAY
10
After breakfast begin our steady climb to Cheram. Our trail is right at the side of the Simbuwa Khola. We enjoy walking in the beautiful Lalung valley and have Tuplung peak for the company for the most of today’s journey. We pass through thick rhododendron forest and enjoy the magnificence of the Yalung Glacier. Todays hike will be short around 2-3 hours .Overnight in Cheram.
DAY
11
Today spend a day in Cheram which will help us acclimatize to the high altitude. We can spend the rest of the day resting and you can take part in small hikes and explore the areas around the Yalung Glacier. There is also a viewpoint for Kabaru and Rathong peaks. Overnight.
DAY
12
After breakfast we begin our short trek . From Cheram, we ascend for sometime before reaching the snout of the Yalung Glacier. It is a beautiful walk on a valley trail. We also cherish the views of several Himalayan peaks. We pass through a small settlement of Lapsang before reaching Ramche. Today’s hike will be around 3-4 hours . Overnight .
DAY
13
Today , we walk further up the valley. We then follow a stream before climbing on the moraine top until confronted by Kanchenjunga’s southern face. We walk further ahead for a glimpse of the Jannu Himal. We continue our trek further towards the Oktang Monastery. From here, we climb further up and reach the Yalung Base Camp. The views from the base camp are extraordinary. Kumbakarna (Jannu), Nyukla Lachung and other Himalayan peaks are close by. We descend and spend the night at Cheram. Overnight.
DAY
14
After the breakfast we begin our trek . We cross four passes today beginning with Sinelapche Bhanjyang. After crossing the pass, we continue to Mirgin La pass. We continue trekking and reach the Sinion La pass which is not very far. From here, we ascend to Sele La pass. There are prayer flags strung across one of the steeper sections of the trail which is very near to the Sele La pass. We cross the pass. After 6-7 hrs of hiking we reach Sele La .Overnight .
DAY
15
We begin our short day trek after breakfast. We walk towards the north with Tangbgharma Danda nearby. We reach a chorten marked by prayer flags which marks the start of a steep trail. We descend through rhododendron, birch and pine forests before reaching Ghunsa. It is a beautiful village with houses with dark and weathered pine walls and Buddhist prayer flags. Today we will hike around 2-3 hrs .Overnight.
DAY
16
We walk towards the north with Tangbgharma Danda nearby after the breakfast .We reach a chorten marked by prayer flags which marks the start of a steep trail. We descend through rhododendron, birch and pine forests before reaching Ghunsa. It is a beautiful village with houses with dark and weathered pine walls and Buddhist prayer flags. Today hiking will be around 5-6 hours .Overnight .
DAY
17
This is going to be a long and tiring day as we need to trek for around seven hours to reach Lhonak from Khambachen. We will begin our trek early in the morning.Today our trek will be changeling , and an early start is needed. We trek through rocky fields and large boulders on the hillside along the riverbank and arrive at a waterfall. We then cross a bridge to Ramtang monastery. We then come across a landslide section which we must pass through at a steady pace before descending to the river and finally arriving at Lhonak.Our hiking will be around 5-6 hours today . Overnight .
DAY
18
DAY
19
From Pangpema we trace back our steps to Lhonak. Today’s hiking will be around 3 -4 hours .Overnight
DAY
20
Continuing our return trip, we will leave Lhonak. From Lhonak, we descend all the way to Ghunsa via Kambache. It is the same route we took when we were climbing up.Descending trail is easier. So we can easily make it to Lhonak from Ghunsa in a single day without having to take a day of rest in Khambachen. The trail is scenic with views of Kanchenjunga, Gimmigela Peak, Mera Peak and other peaks and mountains at the backdrop. Overnight .
DAY
21
From Ghunsa, we descend towards Phale. We pass through several Manes and a monastery nearby. We walk through Juniper forests and reach Phale. From here, it is a steady descent to Gyabla. We cross a bridge over Chhundatangka Khola to reach Gyabla. As we continue our trek, we see a waterfall nearby. We also cross a suspension bridge over Sumbung Khola before reaching Amjilosa. Overnight.
DAY
22
After walking for a while, we see a beautiful waterfall nearby. We continue our trek and pass a small settlement of Solima before crossing a suspension bridge over Ghunsa Khola. We cross another suspension bridge over Ghunsa Khola and reach Sukathum. Our trail passes through several villages and is beside Thunsa Khola at first followed by Tamor Nadi before reaching Chirwa. Overnight.
DAY
23
After a wonderful time in Chirwa, we head to Taplejung by trekking for 7- 8 hours. The trekking trails along the way to Mitlung offers greenery at it’s best, floras and faunas and especially quaint villages always ready to welcome us. Overnight
DAY
24
Today we move toward Bhadrapur from Taplejung by bus. The ride will be around 9 hours.
DAY
25
Today, we catch flight to Kathmandu after our long mountain journey. Our amazing journey to the Kanchenjunga circuit comes to an end today.You can rest and relax throughout the day in Kathmandu at your hotel. Casual day for shopping some gifts home from Nepal for friends and relatives. To celebrate the successful completion of our journey, we will have a farewell dinner hosted by Adventure Sherpa Tracks .
DAY
26
The reserved day is for any delays in the domestic flight . Today, you can spend the day as you please in the Kathmandu and casual day for Shopping & sightseeing around Kathmandu .
DAY
27
Your adventure in Nepal comes to an end today! Approximately three hours before your scheduled international flight, Our representative from Adventure Sherpa Tracks will drop you off at the Tribhuvan International airport and does a farewell.
The main emphasis while trekking is on keeping warm and dry while still being lightweight. You should bring a rucksack or backpack for the gear required during the day. Your pack should contain items such as warm clothes, a jacket, a camera, water bottles, a personal first aid kit, and snacks. The weight limit is 5kg. A porter will carry the rest of your personal equipment packed in a duffel or kit bag. The weight limit for your duffel bag is 15 kg however it is different in the case of peak climbing and expedition.
A Note on Packing
For your international flights, we recommend that you pack all your equipment in your two duffle bags or suitcase. Do not simply pack your backpack (since the straps can be damaged by the baggage handling machines). It is important to lock these bags for their trip. Depending on the airport, you may be able to put your travel locks on after TSA has searched the bags. If not, Lock the bags with Zip Ties. If the TSA cuts off the zip-tie to search your bag, they will replace it. You will still need the travel locks to lock your bags in the hotel and during the trek. Generally, you will take one duffel on the trek , and leave one in the hotel in Kathmandu with your belongings for your time in the city. Your trek in duffel will only be accessible in the evenings (with items such as changes of clothing, sleeping bag), and your day pack will hold vitals such as water, layering, blister kit, and camera.
FOOTWEAR
Conclusion:
As the weather condition is unpredictable in the Himalayan region, you need to be prepared at all times. A day can start sunny with clear skies and later become cold and windy at the high altitudes.
Sometimes, it can rain and snow during the trekking period. You need to remember that for a successful trekking journey, your physical comfort must be the first priority.
Note:
Please note that these items listed above will vary according to the season, trek duration. Please remember that your luggage will be carried by the porter, but you need to carry a daypack on your own. We also suggest you pack only necessary items to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum.
1
The best time to go for Kanchenjunga Trek would be autumn or spring because the weather would be clear and the sceneries are vivid under the clear blue sky and lush greenery everywhere. Moreover, the blooming of rhododendron forest and other herbs and vegetations would be the major attraction of being there during autumn and spring as well it will reduce the risk of natural calamities and blockades from snowfalls as well as slippery path and attacks of leeches due to rainfall.
2
Kanchenjunga Trek is one of the challenging and adventurous treks in Nepal because of the duration of the trek and the off-the-beaten pathways with difficult ascend and descends. But proper preparation, instructions and acclimatizations, it would be easy to tackle those challenges.
3
Considered a strenuous and demanding journey, the Kanchenjunga Trek is best suited for experienced hikers with a high degree of physical fitness. The trek includes traversing steep mountain passes, trekking through challenging terrain, and experiencing major elevation gains and losses. Since the trek’s highest point is around 5,200 meters (17,060 feet) above sea level, acclimating to the high altitude is crucial.
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Please note that solo trekkers are not allowed to trek in the Kanchenjunga. Visitors numbers to this trekking area are restricted, so to trek in Kanchenjunga, you need a local guide and at least 2 trekkers to fulfil and gain the necessary permits. You must hire at least one authorized person from a local travel agency, either a guide or porter, You must be at least two trekkers in one group to obtain permit ,You must file your special permit through an authorized local travel agency.
