Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu

Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in medieval and modernized Kathmandu, you will be warmly received by our representative and transported to the hotel. Upon check-in and some refreshments, our senior mountain guide will give you a quick briefing on the Kanchenjungha Circuit Trek.

Max Altitude Kathmandu (1,320 m)

Overnight Himalayan Suite Hotel or similar category
Meal Dinner

Day 2 : Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur and Drive to Taplejung

In the morning, we will take a flight to Bhadrapur from Kathmandu. The flight duration is about 45 min. And from Bhadrapur we will drive to Taplejung which is about 9 hours drive.

Max Altitude Taplejung (1,442 m)
Duration 45 mins flight and 8-9 hrs drive
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast

Day 3 : Drive to Sekathum from Taplejung

We leave the village of Taplejung and walk through the flourishing green hills that pass rivers and steep ridges. Throughout the path we travel through a few rural settlements with individuality of mud homes, rice fields, fruit trees and terraced crops, before heading down to the Tamur River to visit some small villages upstream. Before reaching Chiruwa, the trail continues and follows the nature but undulates the contours of the ground. 

We leave Chiruwa, follow the trail along the Tamur River and finally arrive at Sekathum. We go down to Simbua Khola and cross over the bridge over the river – the Yalung Glacier is its root. Again, before you enter the Ghunsa Khola Valley, we head up another mountain. After the Tamur River and Ghunsa Khola have converged, we will proceed for a short time and rest the night in a teahouse.

Max Altitude Sekathum (1,650m)
Duration 5-6 hrs drive
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4 : Trek from Sekathum to Amjilosa

Setting out on an exciting adventure through the majestic Himalayas for the say starts with a climb alongside the Ghunsa Khola. As you trek across several bridges, you'll find yourself surrounded by lush, green trees and stumble upon charming settlements like Jonggim and Ghaiyabari along the way. Eventually, your journey leads you to the welcoming destination of Amjilosa.

Max Altitude Amjilosa (2,510m)

Overnight 5-6 hrs. trek
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5 : Trek from Amjilosa to Gyabla

Setting out on an exciting adventure through the majestic Himalayas starts with a climb alongside the Ghunsa Khola. As you trek across several bridges, you'll find yourself surrounded by lush, green trees and stumble upon charming settlements like Jonggim and Ghaiyabari along the way. Eventually, your journey leads you to the welcoming destination of Gyabla.

Max Altitude Gyabla (2,730 m)

Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6 : Trek from Gyabla to Ghunsa

The path takes us across a wonderful forest, a small town, and a small hill after having left Gyabla. We go down the river and pass through the village of Ghunsa, a large village of Tibetan houses, a school, a health center, and its own hydropower station. In the Kanchenjunga Protection Area is the village, where people relax and share tales of their journey. There were numerous Buddhist fortresses. We stay tonight in Ghunsa, the last of the valley villages.

Max Altitude Ghunsa (3,475m)
Duration 5-6 hrs
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7 : Acclimatization Day to Ghunsa

Exploration of Ghunsa and surrounding. We trek across the river to an altitude of 400 meters above the village, taking around 4 hours to return. For the remainder of the day, we will wander around this Tibetan village, Dzonga Family house chatting with the locals and absorbing their rich culture.

Max Altitude Ghunsa (3,475m)

Overnight Guesthouse

Day 8 : Trek from Ghunsa to Khambachen

After we leave Ghunsa, we walk across magnificent pine and rhododendron forests on the southern bank of Ghunsa Kola. When we get to the source of the Ghunsa Khola, we walk north along the glacier of Kanchenjunga and reach to Khambachen.

Max Altitude Khambachen (4,050m)
Duration 4-5 hrs
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 9 : Trek to Lhonak from Khambachen

Today, we will take a flat path along the Lhonak Glacier to Lhonak, where we meet today. At this height, the air is thin and dry, but we're balanced by the spectacular view from the Wedge, the Mera, the Nepal peak, and the Twins.

Max Altitude Lhonak (4,790m)
Duration 5-6 hrs
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 10 : Trek to Pangpema Base Camp from Lhonak and return to Lhonak

After leaving Lhonak, we head east and live on the northern slopes near the Lhonak glacier until we reach the Pangpema base camp in Kanchenjunga, where the massive surrounding mountains provide a great photo opportunity. We return to Lhonak for the night after this incredible encounter.

Spend the night in Lhonak and hike to Pangpema on the 10th day, then back to Lhonak on the same day.

Max Altitude Pangpema Base Camp (51,30m)
Duration 7-8 hrs
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 11 : Trek to Ghunsa from Lhonak

On this day, we return to Ghunsa, following the same route we took to reach Kanchenjunga Base Camp. We will stay here for the night.

Max Altitude Lhonak (4,790m)
Duration 7-8 hrs.
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinenr

Day 12 : Trek to Selele High Camp from Ghunsa

Today's walk takes us along a steep, rock-strewn road that carries us through a forest to the High Camp. We live in Selele Kharka just after the move for the night. It's over the high pass, where we're spending the night.

Max Altitude Selele (4,290 m)
Duration 4-5 hrs
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 13 : Trek to Tseram from Selele Base Camp

One of the most unforgettable parts of the trek today was crossing two passes: the pass of Selele (4480 m) and the pass of Sinion La (4660 m). Once we've passed Sinion La Pass, we go down about 1000 m to Tseram, where we stay the evening.

Max Altitude Tseram (3,870m)
Duration 4-5 hrs
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 14 : Trek to Ramche from Tseram

After leaving Tseram, we walk along the Yalung Glacier terminal into a hilly valley. Nepal and India border the peaks of this region. We will go through Ramche, where there is a lake and a meadow. On the grassy slopes, blue sheep can also be seen.

Max Altitude Ramche (4,580m)
Duration 4-5 hrs
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 15 : Trek to Okthang Base Camp from Ramche and back to Tseram

We are passing rocky paths and mountains from Ramche to Oktang Glacier. From there, we follow the trail for the night back to Tseram.

Max Altitude Okthang Base Camp |(4,730 m)
Duration 6-7 hrs
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 16 : Trek to Torangdin (Tortong) from Tseram

It's much better to go back and give us some time to enjoy the beautiful sights and wild orchids as we go down the protection path. Today we go back down the same way back to Simbuwa Khola. Tonight we're in Torangdin where we spend our night.

Max Altitude Torangdin (2,225 m)
Duration 4-5 hrs
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 17 : Trek to Yasang from Torangdin

We will return upwards through a number of tiny settlements and thick forests on today's Kanchenjunga trek. With sporadic views of snow-capped peaks in the distance, the trail steadily ascends through terraced farms and ancient communities. With its ridgetop location, the settlement of Yasang provides breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

Max Altitude Yasang (2,150 m)
Duration 5-6 hrs
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 18 : Trek to Hellok from Yasang and take a jeep to Taplejung

The walk starts out this day with a slow descent through verdant forests, passing tiny settlements where we can observe the way of life of the locals. The mountainous topography gives way to a more temperate setting as you follow the Tamor River. There are many opportunities to take in the natural splendor of eastern Nepal throughout the two to three-hour walk from Yasang to Hellok. A jeep will be waiting for the return trip to Taplejung after they arrive at Hellok. As we travel past the region's characteristic terraced farmlands and gorgeous hillsides, we have time to think back on the incredible experience.

Max Altitude Taplejung (1,820 m)
Duration 2-3 hrs trek and 4-5 hrs drive
Overnight Guesthouse
Meal Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 19 : Drive to Bhadrapur from Taplejung and fly back to Kathmandu

On this day, we're embarking on a picturesque bus ride from Taplejung to Bhadrapur. As we traverse the rolling hills, we'll pass through vibrant forests, cozy settlements, and delightful Nepali villages, immersing ourselves in the genuine essence of local living.

We will take a flight to Kathmandu from Bhadrapur. The flight is 45 minutes long. Our representative from Himalayan Social Journey will be there to pick you up and bring you back to the hotel.

Max Altitude Kathmandu (1,320 m)
Duration 7-8 hrs drive and 45 mins flight
Overnight Himalayan Suite Hotel or similar
Meal Breakfast

Day 20 : International Departure

Use your last morning in Kathmandu according to your flight time. Pack your things, check out of the hotel, Head to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure. Wishing you a safe and pleasant journey back home!

Meal Breakfast