A trip to Kanchanjanga organized by Multi Adventure is an opportunity to have a unique and wonderful experience of trekking in the remote hills and mountains of Nepal. The trail is lined by natural and unspoiled beauty. The landscapes are awesome, with splendid views of several peaks in the Kanchanjanga Region in eastern Nepal.
At 8,586 meters, Mt. Kanchanjanga is the third highest peak in the world. A less explored route, this satisfying experience lets you savor the exotic beauty of the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. We will see Mt. Jannu, Mt. Kirat Chuli, Mt. Kanchanjanga, and several other peaks in eastern Nepal. You will be trekking along deep valleys with unique religions and races – who have their equally unique culture. You will come across a glacier, frozen lakes, glacial rivers, dense green forests, and alpine jungles – all during this one program from Multi Adventure Treks.
It is relevant to mention that Kanchanjanga is one of the prominent regions where stories and tales of yeti emerge from time to time. The amazing topography, when you see it, is very likely for the snowman to provide shelter! At least, it makes all those stories credible when you see the vertical landscapes that might eventually let a yeti hide! Fables aside, the real wildlife you might see are the elusive snow-leopard, musk deer, red panda, the Himalayan black bear, and several other species of mammals and reptiles. On the avian side, you will see the pheasant, magpie, and the aptly named shy dragon.
We will begin with a flight from Kathmandu Suketar, and take us to the villages of Lali Kharka to Khesewa and to Mamankhe in the Kanchanjanga peaks. Later, we will trek through villages like Yamphudin, Tortong, Cheram, Ramche and cross an incredible four different high-altitude passes in a single day. We will then reach the Base Camp and return to Suketar for a flight back to Kathmandu.
Although it requires a lot of stamina, the rewards are totally worth it. In recent years, it is growing popular among trekkers but traditionally peak climbers would prefer to visit Kanchanjanga Base Camp – the highest point of this trek. It is, my many measures, the ultimate Nepalese trekking in the remote and mountainous region of Kanchanjanga.
Day 1: ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU (1365M)
After your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, we will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. You can spend the evening around Thamel.
Day 2: FLY TO SUKETAR (2415M) AND TREK TO LALIKHARKA (2265M) 1H FLIGHT & 3H TREK
The journey begins with one a flight to Suketar at 2,420 meters. This is where the actual trekking begins. Starting right away, you will have beautiful views of Mt. Kanchanjanga (8,586 m) and Mt. Jannu (7,110 m) in the distance. Trek to the pass of Deurali, take a short break, and ascend along the trail to reach Lali Kharka.
Day 3: TREK FROM LALIKHARKA TO KHESEWA (2125M) 5/6H TREK
After breakfast, we will take a simple descent to Phundrawa at first. Later, the trail will ascend to Yangpang until we arrive at Pumphe Danda. Take a quick break, and trek further to reach Khesewa through a dense tropical forest. Stay overnight at Khesewa.
Day 4: TREK FROM KHESEWA TO MAMANKHE (1785M) 5/6H TREK
Leave behind Khesewa and head towards Mamankhe, our destination for tonight. Early on, you will have wonderful views of the peaks of Kanchanjanga Region. You will trek further through forests of rhododendron, cross at least one river, and pass through several villages before reaching Mamankhe. Here we’ll camp for the night.
Day 5: TREK FROM MAMANKHE TO YAMPHUDIN (2070M) 6/7 H TREK
After a leisurely breakfast, we will begin our trek to Yamphudin. From Mamankhe, the trail takes a steep ascent along the river of Kabeli. The scenic views will make you stop time and again, and here’s a chance of seeing a waterfall, too. Later, cross a river and trek through farmlands to arrive at our destination for tonight. Set up camp and have a good rest.
Day 6: TREK FROM YAMPHUDIN TO TORTONG (2985M) 5/6 H TREK
After breakfast, follow a path through terraced farmlands until we arrive at the banks of Amji River. From there we will trek up to Lassiya Pass, cross it, and take a short break. The views from this pass are excellent, as we take some photos and leave. A short trek from there will bring us to Tortong where we’ll camp for the night.
Day 7: TREK FROM TORTONG TO CHERAM (3870M) 5/6 H TREK
Cheram is located at an altitude of 3,870 meters, and takes around six hours of walk from Tortong. After breakfast, we will first take a steady ascent beside Simbu (or Simbuwa) Khola. Although the trail is rough, you will be rewarded by wonderful views along the way. The valley of Lalung and the peak of Tuplung will be visible for a long time today. As we come near Cheram, we will be further graced by the views of Yalung Glacier. Upon reaching Cheram, we will set up camp and stay for the night.
Day 8: A DAY ACCLIMATIZE AT CHERAM
This will be first day of rest after a week of consecutive trek. We have selected this village for the purpose of acclimatization because Cheram is a really beautiful village where you can enjoy the beauty of Nature. The close-up views of Kabaru and Rathong peaks will be memorable, as will the environment. Take a short hike during this day of acclimatization – probably going near Yalung Glacier. Return to Cheram for the overnight stay.
Day 9: TREK FROM CHERAM TO RAMCHE (4570M) 4/5H TREK
After a day of rest, you will once again feel the energy to trek forward. Start with a leisurely breakfast and head on a gently ascending trail. Coming across an impressive point, you will see sections of Yalung Glacier. Take some photos if you like, and later we will be trekking through a valley. The short walk today from Cheram to Ramche is lined with beautiful sceneries of the hills, valleys, and snow-capped peaks. Later, we will cross Lapsang and then reach Ramche at an altitude of 4,570 meters.
Day 10: TREK FROM RAMCHE TO YALUNG BASE CAMP (4515M) AND BACK TO CHERAM 4/5H TREK
Start early after breakfast, first crossing a valley and then a river. From there we will take an ascending route until we arrive at Oktang Monastery. We will take a break here before heading for Yalung Base Camp. From here we can have wonderful views of Mt. Jannu and other snow-capped mountains. Enjoy the moment of glory, take some photos and clips to make your friends jealous back home, and then descend all the way to Cheram. Set up camp for the night
Day 11: TREK FROM CHERAM TO SELE LA (4295M) 5/6H TREK
Leaving behind Cheram, we will head to the pass of Sele La. Sele La is of the four high-altitude passes on our route today – the three other being Sine Lapcha Pass, Mirgin La Pass, and Mirgin La Pass. In a matter of six hours, we will have crossed four passes and a number of valleys. Arriving at Sele La, set up camp for the overnight stay.
Day 12: TREK FROM SELE LA TO GHUNSA (3475M) 5/6H TREK
After breakfast, we will head to the village of Ghunsa. The trail passes through a ridge until we arrive at a shorten lined with colorful fluttering prayer flags. Take a break here, and make a gradual descent via forests of rhododendron and pine until we arrive at Ghunsa for the night.
Day 13: TREK FROM GHUNSA TO KAMBACHEN (4055M) 6H TREK
Beginning the trek today we will walk along the river. The six-hour trek today is an average walk through forests of pine, rhododendron, and other sub-alpine vegetation. Once we arrive at Rampuk Kharka, we will take a break near a waterfall and then continue the ascent to Kambachen.
Day 14: TREK FROM KAMBACHEN TO LHONAK (4790M) 6H TREK
Lhonak is a beautiful place at an altitude of 4,790 meters. The trekking duration from Kambachen to Lhonak is around six hours with plenty of stops in between. Today we will be taking breaks near huge boulders, beside a river bank, and also a monastery. The trek will mostly be through a rough terrain, and even near a landslide. We will reach Lhonak for the overnight stay.
Day 15: TREK FROM LHONAK TO KANCHENJUNGA BASE CAMP TO PANGPEMA (5145M) 6H TREK
It’s a short trek to Kanchanjanga Base Camp today. In fact, it’s the northern base camp of the peak, also referred to as Pang Pema, or Pangpema. We will be doing an easy trek near Kanchanjanga Glacier – all the way up to the northern base. The close-up views of the peaks are astounding today, especially that of the northern face of Mount Kanchanjanga. Spend some time at the base camp, and trek back to Pangpema for the overnight camping stay.
Day 17: TREK FROM LONAK TO GHUNSA (3430M) 6H TREK
Starting from Lhonak, we will have wonderful views of Kanchanjanga and other peaks. The scenic trail today is mostly a rough one but with gradual ascents and descents and plenty of rest along the way. Stay overnight at Ghunsa.
Day 18: TREK FROM GHUNSA TO AMJILOSA (2300M) 5/6H TREK
After breakfast, we will first descend through a juniper forest to Phale. This hamlet is marked by a couple of mani walls and a monastery. After a quick break we will descend to a river, cross a forest, pass a waterfall, and come to a second river. Take a break, and trek up to the village of Amjilosa.
Day 19: TREK FROM AMJILOSA TO CHIRWA (1275M) 6/7H TREK
It’s a seven-hour trek to Chirwa. Leaving after breakfast, we will first come near a waterfall. Take some pictures here and descend through the village of Solima upon Ghunsa. Cross the village and the river, and take little breaks further along the trail before you arrive at Chirwa. The beautiful views of Tamor River will enrich the trek today. Stay overnight at Chirwa.
Day 20: TREK FROM CHIRWA TO PHURUMBU (1550M) 6/7H TREK
After breakfast we will head to Phurumba along a beautiful and scenic trail. If you happen to be here in spring, you will enjoy the green here. Cross some villages today to arrive at Sinwa, and later descend to Sisne Khola. Cross it, trek through some villages and farmlands, and later arrive at Phurumbu. Stay overnight here.
Day 21: TREK FROM PHURUMBU TO SUKETAR (1550M) 4/5H TREK
It’s an easy trek to Suketar located at 1,550 meters. In this easy four-hour trek you will have time to take plenty of rests and also take some photographs. Suketar is the same place from earlier, from where we began this trek. Stay overnight at a lodge or a guest house.
Day 22: FLY FROM SUKETAR - KATHMANDOU
Pack your bags in the morning and reach Suketar Airstrip. If you catch an early flight, you will arrive at Kathmandu before lunch. Transfer to the hotel and spend the rest of the day as you wish.
Day 23: VISIT IN KATHMANDOU
After breakfast, we will take you on a sightseeing tour of some iconic places in the Kathmandu Valley, that will essentially include UNESCO World Heritage sites. In the evening, you are invited to join us for a farewell dinner.
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Group Size: |
4 to 12 persons |
Max-Altitude: |
4515m |
Duration: |
5 hours |
Walking Days: |
20 days |
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Best Period: |
Spring Autumn |
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Please contact with your detail. info@multiadventure.com |
INCLUDED IN THE COST
- Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle.
- Tourist standard hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Tented trek accommodation during the trek with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary.
- An experienced, English speaking guide, government-license holder.
- Domestic flight (Kathmandu-Suketar-Suketar-Kathmandu).
- Porter service : 2 participants-1 porter.
- Assistant guide: 4 participants- 1 assistant guide.
- Staff costs including their salary, equipment, insurance, food and accommodation.
- Multi Adventure duffel bag, t-shirt and trekking map are yours to take.
- Energy Supplies: Dry fruits, Snickers, Mars, Bounty on your Trek.
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits : KCAP and TIMS.
- Medical kit: carried by your trekking assistant guide.
- All government and local taxes
- Personal insurance for Nepalese team for your trekking.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE COST
- Nepalese visa fee.
- Excess baggage charge.
- International flights.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu.
- Tips for guide, porter and driver.
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure.
- Also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary.
- Personal expenses laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower.