Tour Info:

Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek

Operation Head:

RAISHA SIMKHADA

+9779810650405 (Whatsapp/Viber)

Region Remote Area Trek
Duration 20 Days
Grade 3 Strenous
Max Altitude 5400m
Best Season Feb, Mar, April, May, June, Sep, Oct, Nov and Dec.
Transportation Tourist Bus, Private Car
Activity Per Day 4-8 Hrs Walking

Overview

Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek is one of the best off the beaten/remote area trekking destination in Nepal.  Mount Kanchenjunga stands tall at the height of 8586m above sea level. It is located in the eastern Himalayas on the border between Sikkim state, northeastern India and eastern Nepal, 46 miles (74km) northwest of Darjeeling, Sikkim.

The Kanchenjunga massif is in the form of the gigantic cross whose arms extend north, south, east and west. Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek foremost is an interesting journey exposing the great Himalayas of Nepal and authentic culture of one of an indigenous ethnic group- Limbu of Nepal.

The trail is quiet, scenic, and remote. The trail has been trekked by few numbers of trekkers so you will get to meet the local pedestrians as your companion. This inspirational trek is in the pristine Himalayan community and rewards a journey of a lifetime. 

Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek provides an excellent opportunity for those who wish to enter the hills and valleys of eastern Nepal that leads you to the foothills of Mt. Kanchenjunga offering unlimited and superb camping sites offering magnificent natural scenery as afforded by snowy peaks.

Therefore, Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek is truly an Inspirational Himalayan Trip. 

Journey to the Kanchenjungha Circuit

We will be on our way to the Kanchanjunga from Kathmandu to Suketar, from Taplejung to Domestic, and then we will move the woods and rhododendrons, to Lali-Kharka, (2,220m)-Keswa(2,100m)-Mamanke (2,000 m) above sea level, and on Yamphudin(1,650 m), we will walk along Lamite Bhanjying and Torotan to Lamche(3,750 m), Ramche(4,360 m) to Mirgin-La Kanchenjunga.

Touring the Kanchenjunga, we shall start from Kathmandu to Suketar. We will thus end our amazing and daredevil Kanchenjunga Trek. The trail starts at the north side of Kanchenjunga with views of the Tent top, the Nepal plateau and the Cross Peak.

The walk returns from Pangpema to Ghunsa, accompanied by the Mirgin La to the south of Kanchenjunga. We will once visit Ramche and Oktang Yak pastures, with a magnificent view of the south-west frontier of Kanchenjunga.

Highlights of Kanchenjungha Circuit Trek

  • Spectacular views of the Kenchenjunga mountains 
  • Yalung Glacier and other crossings at high altitude 
  • Sanctuaries and magnificent landscapes religious communities. 
  • Villages of traditional Sherpa 
  • A black head in the Himalayas, a mask of the Assamese, a Musk Wolf, a Red Panda and Snow Leopards. 
  • Rhododendrons, orchids, lily plants etc.

Trip Grade: Strenuous

A difficult trek or grade 3 from an altitude from 4000 m to 5550 m. The best of Nepal's trekking is category 3. You need some previous trekking activities and good health. Climbing and descending are quite common walking experiences and you may also need to cross little glaciers.

Walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in lower altitudes, however, the pace of the trek will vary in compensation. If you are in excellent health with average physical fitness and have strong determination, you will complete this trek successfully.

Exercising, particularly jogging and climbing stairs regularly for some weeks prior to your arrival is recommended to enhance your strength and fitness. Past hiking experience would be an asset, but no technical skill is required.

This kind of trip gives you a lifetime experience, a breathtaking stroll around the mountains. 

Outline Itinerary ( 20 Days )

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

Include
Airport pick up and drop
Three star category hotel in Kathmandu (Himalayan Suite Hotel) in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis
Simple accommodation in guesthouses during the trek in twin sharing basisAll meals (3 meals a day ) and accommodation in simple guest house for the clients in trek days
Three time meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek
Highly experienced guide and porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their all expenses (food, accommodation, salary, equipment, insurance)
Special permit and Tims and national park fees
Airfare Kathmandu-Bhadrapur-Kathmandu
Welcome Dinner on Day 1
Land transportation by sharing jeep
All necessary equipment (sleeping bag and duffel bag) during the trek
Trek completion certificate
All government taxes, office expenses and service charge
Exclude
Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
Personal equipment and clothing
Your insurance
Cold drinks and beverages
Personal expenses and tips to the crew
Tipping for driver, guide, and porter as per your satisfaction
Anything not mentioned in the itinerary

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