Kanchenjunga Trek

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Kanchanjanga is third highest peak of the world, one of the most remote and beautiful areas in Nepal which, unknow by foreign visitors, still lies shrouded in mystery. The features of the trek include; pleasant villages in the lower region then in the high regions, glorious mountains and abundant wild life. It is located in the extreme northeast corner of Nepal bordering Sikkim(an Indian state) to the east and China to the North. This includes musk deer, blue sheep and for the believer, the Yeti! This trek begins at Tumlingtar or Taplejung accessible by air, or Ilam or Basantpur accessible by road. Soaring peaks, the Yalung Glacier and a wide variety of natural vegetation and agriculture areas can be seen in this region and magnificent views of Mt. Everest, Makalu and Kanchanjunga massif will make the trip memorable.

Highlights of the Trek

Walking through beautiful terrace fields and wild natural vegetation along the trail, breathtaking scenery of snow topped great Himalayan peaks including Mt. Everest, Kanchenjungha, Makalu, exploring Yalung glacier.

Trek Details

Trekking Destination: Kanchanjunga base camp 5220m
Group Size: Min - 2
Minimum altitude: 3158m.
Maximum altitude: 5525m.
Grade: Moderate and Strenuous
Season: Spring & Autumn
Accommodation: Tent Camp
Duration: 35 Days
Entry: Phidim
Exit: Phidim

Itinerary

Day 01: Drive to Basantapur
Day 02: Trek to Shiduwa
Day 03: Trek to Doorpani
Day 04: Trek to Chauki
Day 05: Trek to Gurja Gaon
Day 06: Trek to Taplejung
Day 07 : Trek to Lali Kharka
Day 08: Trek to Khesewa
Day 09: Trek to Mamankhe
Day 10: Trek to Yamphudin
Day 11: Trek to Chitre
Day 12: Trek to Torontan
Day 13: Trek to Tseram
Day 14: Trek to Ramze
Day 15: Rest at Ramze for acclimatization and excursion around Yalung glacier and Oktang base camp 5525m
Day 16: Trek to Tseram
Day 17: Trek to Sanmung Khola after crossing Milgn La pass
Day 18: Trek to Sinion Kharka after crossing Sinion La pass 4854m
Day 19: Trek to Ghunsa
Day 20: Trek to Rampuk Kharka
Day 21: Trek to Ramtang
Day 22: Trek to Lhonak
Day 23: Rest at Lhonak for excursion to Kanchenjungha glacier and Pangpema base camp
Day 24: Trek to Rampuk Kharka
Day 25: Trek to Phere
Day 26: Trek to Amjilasa
Day 27: Trek to Sokathom
Day 28: Trek to Chirwa
Day 29: Trek to Mitlung
Day 30: Trek to Dovan
Day 31: Trek to Gupha Pokhari
Day 32: Trek to Tinjure Phedi
Day 33: Trek to Basantapur
Day 34: Drive to Biratnagar
Day 35: Drive to Kathmandu