Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,345m) at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA)
Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, we offer you pick up facility from the airport and manage your stay at the most comfortable hotel in the city. You get to meet the team of trekkers and together we prepare for the trek.

Day 2: Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley
Today would be the most exhilarating day where you will be introduced to the most pious Hindu and Buddhist religious place that is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage sites and elucidates you to the entire mysticism over its existence Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath stupa, Patan Durbar Square and Swayambhunath stupa. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.

Day 3: Kathmandu to Bhadrapur By flight and Drive to Taplejung
Today we will take a flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur. Bhadrapur airplane terminal is 621 km far from Kathmandu. It will take around 45 min to reach Bhadrapur from Kathmandu via a flight. The airport is also called Chandragadhi airport Bhadrapure is also a gateway to India from southeastern Nepal. Bhadrapur is where we will start our trek to the Kangchenjunga district/ region. We will drive approximately 8 to 9 hours from the flatland of Bhadrapur towards Taplejung by means of Mechi Highway. We will begin driving towards the green slopes of Illam. Illam is also called slopes with a clam atmosphere, rich terraces. The tea development and the low green slopes make an excellent picturesque view. Overnight stay at Taplejung.

Day 4: Taplejung To Mitlung
After Breakfast, we will begin our trek. toward the Mitlung. At the beginning of our walk, we trek down to the village of Asahangpti and then follow the Tamor Khola upstream through the bird-filled forest until Mitlung. Mitlung is the small Chhetri Village. Our night Mitlung

Day 5: Mitung to Chirwa (1270m)
We start with the trail going downhill. The walk will take to the village of Sinwa. We continue our further downhill, where after the short descend we reach Tawa. From here the trail takes uphill turn and brings us across the suspension bridge. Upon crossing the bridge the trail passes through the beautiful landscape. We then finally reach the village of Chirwa.

Day 6: Chirwa to Sekathum(1660m)
We trek starts with walkthrough vast cultivation area with enchanting landscape and beautiful views around. The trail also passes through the forest area. We enjoy the beauty around and continue our walk ahead. Further, we walk down to the vast cultivation area and continue walking alongside the Tamor River. We pass Gunsa village on the way before finally reaching Sukathum.

Day 7: Sekathum to Amjilosa(2500m)
We leave Sukathum and continue our trek. We cross the suspension bridge and follow the trail through the dense forest. We again come across the river and after crossing it walk for some time and then reach Solima. The trail further takes downhill turn towards the riverside and then finally reach Amjilosa.

Day 8: Amjilosa to Ghyabala(2730m)
The trek today starts with the walk alongside the river bank. The trail then passes through the forest area. The walk ahead will take us to a bride and passing it we will have to climb uphill for some time. Further, we will enjoy the view of a beautiful waterfall on the way. We again climb uphill for some time until finally reaching the village of Gyabla

Day 9: Ghyabala to Ghunsa (3590m)
We leave Gyabla and head ahead by taking the downhill trail. The walk will take us to the riverside. From there further walking ahead, we will reach Phale in a short while. It is the Tibetan refugee settlement area. People here make handicrafts and sell it to the tourists passing by. We might as well buy some souvenirs. We then continue our trek by walking through the forest area and finally reach Ghunsa village.

Day 10: Acclimatization Day
Today we will give the day for acclimatization purposes. It is necessary that we adjust our body to the changing altitude and environmental conditions to prevent any possible altitude sickness. In order to aid to acclimatization process, some form of activity is required. So we will walk around the village area and also visit the famous monastery there. We will then get back to Ghunsa and take rest.

Day 11: Ghunsa to Khambachen (4100m)
We leave Ghunsa early and start our trek by walking alongside the river bank. The walk is accompanied by the beautiful view of mountainous beauty. We will then walk through the grassland and again through the forest area. We will cross the bridge on the way and the walk continues ahead. We enjoy the great view of the waterfall on the way. Further, the trail will take us through some rugged terrain. We can have a nice view of beautiful peaks during the walk. Finally, we reach Kambachen.

Day 12: Khambachen to Lhonak (4785m)
We leave Kambechan and continue with our trek early. Today the trail gets tougher and more rugged. After the walk through the rough hilly area, we will descend towards the riverside. We pass through a waterfall on the way. The walk ahead will take us to the Ramtang monastery. The walk ahead can be difficult as we will have to pass through the landslide area. Then we will walk down towards the riverside and continue walking until we reach Lhonak

Day 13: Lhonak to Pangpema (5343m), North KBC and back to Lhonak
From Lhonak we continue our trek ahead. Today we will be walking through Kanchenjunga glacier. The trail can get slippery and difficult to walk. We need to be extra careful when walking through this area as it is also the landslide area. After a short walk ahead we reach the flat land at Pangpema where there is Kanchenjunga North Base Camp. The surrounding area is quite beautiful to look at and the view of giant mountains like Kanchenjunga, Jannu and Chhang Himal at the backdrop looks splendid.

Day 14: Lhonak to Return to Ghunsa (3590m)
From Lhonak we continue our trek ahead. Today we will be walking through Kanchenjunga glacier. The trail can get slippery and difficult to walk. We need to be extra careful when walking through this area as it is also the landslide area. After a short walk ahead we reach the flat land at Pangpema where there is Kanchenjunga North Base Camp. The surrounding area is quite beautiful to look at and the view of giant mountains like Kanchenjunga, Jannu and Chhang Himal at the backdrop looks splendid.

Day 15: Ghunsa to Sele Le (4290m)
From Ghunsa we will be climbing uphill through the dense forest area. The trail might get tough around this area. This region also has fewer facilities due to rising altitude. We continue walking until we finally reach Sele Le.

Day 16: Sele la to Cheram (3880m)
Leaving Sele Le we continue our trek by taking the uphill trail. The great view of Mount Jannu and Mount Makalu can be enjoyed during the walk, The trail further can get rough and tough as will have to pass through few passes. After crossing the passes, we walk down to Cheram and spend our night there

Day 17: Cheram to Ramche (4580m) and back to Cheram
We leave Cheram and walk uphill through Yalung glacier. From there the trail runs through the riverside. Further ahead, we will pass through Lapsang village before reaching the Ramche village. We walk further ahead to enjoy the outstanding view of Mount Kanchanjunga and Mount Jannu. We might as well visit the monastery there. We will spend some time exploring around and then return back to Cheram for our night’s stay.

Day 18: Cheram to Tortong (2995m).
We leave Cheram and continue our trek further. After a while, we reach the junction point where the trail separates. Leaving the trail to Sele Le, we catch the trail that will take us to Tortoni. The trail ahead will pass through the riverbank of the Shimbula river. We pass through forest area and finally reach Tortoni

Day 19: Tortong to Yamphudin (2100m)
From Tortong we head ahead through the trekking route. The trail will pass through the forest and landslide area and come across Lasiya Bhanjyang. From there we will take a downhill walk that will take us to Yamphudin. The village has huge Mongolian population with Sherpa, Limbu and Rai tribe residing in the majority. We will spend the night in a lodge at Yamphudin.

Day 20: Yamphudin to Khebang (1915m)
We start the trek by walking downhill through village area. We can see great view of farmland by the side of village area. We observe the village life and continue our walk. We will finally come to a stop at Thorpu

Day 21: Khebang to Tharpu (1,420m)
Today we will drop 1000 meters in 6 kilometers. The maximum altitude is 1910 meters On this trek we will walk through the beautiful landscapes on Khebang. we will walk into the different villages of different ethnicity and see their varying lifestyle and cultures. Overnight at Tharpu.

Day 22: Tharpu to Bhadrapur
Today we will climb around 1200 meters to the Tharpu. On this trek, we will reach the Tharpu village. Tharpu is a wonderful and beautiful village. we can enjoy the culture and lifestyle of the Tharpu people. Overnight at Bhadrapure.

Day 23: Bhadrapur to Kathmandu
Today we fly early morning from Biratnagar to Kathmandu. we will head directly to the Hotel for refreshment. evening time there will be a farewell dinner (Nepali Food) to celebrate the successful completion of our journey.

Day 24: Final Depature
Your wonderful adventure in Nepal comes to an end today. We wish you all the best. Once again our representatives will drive you back to Tribhuvan International Airport just in time for your next flight back home. We hope you had a lovely time with us.