Kanchenjunga Round Trekking USD2500 is in effect at Himalayan Wild Treks while the cost may vary company to company. In addition, we also design client-friendly Kanchenjunga Circuit Trekking Itinerary and Kanchenjunga Round Trekking Google Map. Himalayan Wild Treks is one of the top leading companies which has made a reputation for quality service at reasonable cost regarding Kanchenjunga Round Trekking.

Kanchenjunga (8585m) is the third highest mountain in the world, comparatively less frequented and less crowded trail implying the fact that it is an off the beaten trail, located at the East – Northern part of Nepal, Sharing border with Sikkim in India. Long and physically challenging hike around Mount Kanchenjunga that can be reachable from both North and South Base Camp. Many of the trekkers have claimed it to be one of the finest trekking destinations in Nepal. Protected under Kanchenjunga Conservation Area (786m²) in 1997, this region is believed to have been an unadulterated shelter for yeti, the abominable snowman. Several locals here share their experience of having seen yeti, the legendary creature. The trekking through spectacular snowcapped mountains with cloud belts over the verdant tropical forests, hills, pastures and waterfalls give the impression of heavenly experience. Opened in 1988, The trail offers diverse flora and fauna ranging from coniferous forests, alpine shrub, meadows, resided by Snow leopard, Himalayan black bear, red panda, blood pheasant, golden breasted fulvetta, snow cock, and red billed chough.

Short brief of the trail
Technically stating the trekking starts with a brief sightseeing of the major UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu (1400m) prior to a flight to Bhadrapur (3700), from where we drive Taplejung (2420m) and hike to Chirwa (1185m),- Sekathum (1650m) en route to Gyabla (2725m)-  Ghunsa (3415m) where a day’s acclimatization is taken. Furthermore, we trek to Khambachen (4145m)-  Lhonak (4792m) and  Kanchenjunga Base Camp (5140m) that is the best viewpoint for Mount Kanchenjunga. Continuing ahead, we reach Lhonak (4792m)- Ghunsa (3415m)- Selele (4200m)- Tseram (3868m)-  Miring– La (4645m)- Siniapche Pass (4645m)- Then we visit Oktang temple from there we will see the most incredible view of Kanchenjunga, Yalungkang, Kumbhakarna and many more. Heading onwards, we traverse through Torognten (2980m)- Sherpa Gaon (1792m)- Phumbe dada (1860m)- Kade Bhanjyang(2190m)- Lali Kharka (2266m)- Suketar (2420m) from where a flight back to Biratnagar puts an end to the trekking.

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KanchenJunga Round Itinerary
Day 01: Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur (2,420m/7938ft), and drive to Ilam

Day 02: Ilam to Suketar (2420m.) by jeep/ bus

Day 03: Suketar  to Lalikharka (2265m/7,431ft)

Day 04: Lalikharka to Khesewa (2120m/6,955ft)

Day 05: Khesewa to Mamankhe (1785m/5,856ft)

Day 06: Mamankhe to Yamphudin (2080m/6824ft)

Day 07: Yamphudin to Tortong- tortor kharka (2,995m/9,826ft)

Day 08: Tortong to Cheram (3,870m/12,696ft)

Day 09: Cheram: Acclimatization

Day 10: Cheram to Ramchaur (Ramche) (4,580m/15,026ft)

Day 11: Ramchaur (Ramche) to Yalung Base Camp (4500m)- Excursion, back to Ramche

Day 12: Ramche to Sele La Base Camp (4290m/ 14,074ft)

Day 13: Sele La to Ghunsa (3,595/11,794)

Day 14: Acclimatize day

Day 15: Ghunsa to Kambachen (4,050m/13,287ft)

Day 16: Kambachen to Lhonak (4,780m/15,682ft)

Day 17: Lhonak to Kanchenjunga base camp (5140m.)

Day 18: Kanchenjunga BC to Pangpema (excursion) and Overnight at Kanchenjunga BC

Day 19: Kanchenjunga BC to Khmabache (4145m.)

Day 20: Khambache to Ghunsa (3475m/11,400ft)

Day 21: Ghunsa to Amjilosa (2,308m/7,572ft)

Day 22: Amjilosa to Chirwa (1,270m/4,166ft)

Day 23: Chirwa to Taplejung via Mitlung (921m/3020 m)

Day 24: Tamlejung to bhadrapur (2,420m/7938ft),

Day 25: Fly back to Kathmandu

Kanchenjunga Circuit Tea House Trekking Cost
Kanchenjunga Tea House Trekking Cost USD2000 is in effect at Himlayan Wild Treks which is obviously less costly as compared to the cost of a camping trekking. Nowadays Tea House Trekking has gained popularity in Kanchenjunga Region as well. But then again there is always demerit of everything and Tea House Trekking does not remain an exception to that which is, when you are a tea house trekker, you will have to settle for whatever food available on the trail that can be cheap but might not be hygienic and healthy. On the other hand, Camping Trekking tends to be slightly more costly which is becuase hyegienic food and fresh vegetables and fruits along with a professional cook are taken from Kathmandu.

Kanchenjunga Round Trekking Highlights
Kanchenjung Round Trekking starts off with a sightseeing of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. Kanchenjunga region is one of the most off the beaten trekking trails in Nepal. Lying in the eastern belt of Nepal, Mt. Kanchenjunga used to be considered the highest mountain in the world before Everest was discovered. People even talk about witness of Yeti, the mysterious abominable snowman, who is believed to exist in the region. There are Tibetan refugee camps as the tourist attraction. The stunning view of the 5th highest mountain Mt. Makalu and the highest mountain Mt. Everest mesmerize the tourists.

#Kanchenjunga Circuit Trekking Difficulty
Kanchenjunga Round Trekking - 25 Days has its own complexities and difficulties. Firstly, three weeks over trekking and its length is long enough to make you feel physically challenged and exhausted. Secondly, it offers one of the most off the beaten trails which might turn out to be tough to novices. Thirdly, you will have to walk six to seven hours on a daily basis which implies the fact that you will have to undergo a good deal of physical strain. Thereafter, you will go through complex high passes, valleys, Glacier Rivers, forests, rocky trails that comes along with countless ups and downs. If you are a fresher, you will definitely find it adventurous.

#Kanchenjunga Trekking Physical Fitness
Kanchenjunga Round Trekking - 25 Days Physical fitness It is mandatory to everyone who wants to do Kanchenjunga Round Trekking. The trekking trail to Kanchenjunga leads you through moderate passes and sub-tropical terrains. You will feel the trail difficult if you are physically unfit or are having some physical states like obesity, it will prove to be more hostile and complex. Therefore it is important that you remain physically fit, which obviously does not mean to get super fit with all kinds of muscles and abs. If you are overweight you are also prone to altitude sickness which in itself is a hindrance to the journey.

#Kanchenjunga Trekking Best Season
Kanchenjunga Trekking - 25 Days can be organized any time of the year. But the common factor among the tourists is that they tend to avoid the seasons that are cold or rainy with intermittent clouds. For this reason, tourists love to trek in Kanchenjunga Region in the Spring, which is is the time of flowering and fragrance in the air. Secondly, Autumn season is the second most favored season other than Spring Season for Kanchenjunga Trekking. Autumn is famous specially for the peaceful and tranquil weather. Even the temperature in autumn remains moderate. On the contrary, summer tends to be very rainy as well as cloudy, which hinders the visibility of the mountains and landscape views.

#Kanchenjunga Trekking: How to reach
Sightseeing of the major UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu prior to a flight to Bhadrapur from where we drive Taplejung and hike to Chirwa ,Sekathum en route to Gyabla-  Ghunsa where a day’s acclimatization is taken. Then we trek to Khambachen-Lhonak and Kanchenjunga Base Camp that is the best viewpoint for Mount Kanchenjunga. Continuing ahead, we reach Lhonak , Ghunsa Selele, Tseram Miring– La, and Siniapche Pass. We visit Oktang temple. Proceeding ahead , we traverse through Torognten, Sherpa Gaon, Phumbe dada, Kade Bhanjyang,Lali Kharka , Suketarfrom where a flight back to Biratnagar puts an end to the trekking.

#Kanchenjunga Trekking Weather
The route of Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek goes across the diverse climatic zones, the weather condition in this region is quite unpredictable. The lowest of the trail Taplezung (1820m) and the Kanchenjunga Base Camp (5140m) above the sea level cause drastic variation in the range of temperature. You can figure out that the summer seasons have rainfalls and overcast days when the winter days might have extreme cold and frequent snowfalls. For the best weather, Spring and Autumn are the most recommendable as the weather in Spring and Autumn are moderate and mild. If you are an avid traveler, Kanchenjunga Trekking - 25 Days can be organized any time of the year.

KanchenJunga Round Itinerary

Day 01: Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur (2,420m/7938ft), and drive to Ilam

Day 02: Ilam to Suketar (2420m.) by jeep/ bus

Day 03: Suketar  to Lalikharka (2265m/7,431ft)

Day 04: Lalikharka to Khesewa (2120m/6,955ft)

Day 05: Khesewa to Mamankhe (1785m/5,856ft)

Day 06: Mamankhe to Yamphudin (2080m/6824ft)

Day 07: Yamphudin to Tortong- tortor kharka (2,995m/9,826ft)

Day 08: Tortong to Cheram (3,870m/12,696ft)

Day 09: Cheram: Acclimatization

Day 10: Cheram to Ramchaur (Ramche) (4,580m/15,026ft)

Day 11: Ramchaur (Ramche) to Yalung Base Camp (4500m)- Excursion, back to Ramche

Day 12: Ramche to Sele La Base Camp (4290m/ 14,074ft)

Day 13: Sele La to Ghunsa (3,595/11,794)

Day 14: Acclimatize day

Day 15: Ghunsa to Kambachen (4,050m/13,287ft)

Day 16: Kambachen to Lhonak (4,780m/15,682ft)

Day 17: Lhonak to Kanchenjunga base camp (5140m.)

Day 18: Kanchenjunga BC to Pangpema (excursion) and Overnight at Kanchenjunga BC

Day 19: Kanchenjunga BC to Khmabache (4145m.)

Day 20: Khambache to Ghunsa (3475m/11,400ft)

Day 21: Ghunsa to Amjilosa (2,308m/7,572ft)

Day 22: Amjilosa to Chirwa (1,270m/4,166ft)

Day 23: Chirwa to Taplejung via Mitlung (921m/3020 m)

Day 24: Tamlejung to bhadrapur (2,420m/7938ft),

Day 25: Fly back to Kathmandu

What to Bring ?

The following checklist should help you with your packing. As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum. The packed weight of your trek bag while trekking should be no more than 15 KG.

• Waterproof overtrousers / rainpants
• Baselayer Hiking boots Socks
• Trekking trousers / pants
• shirts
• Casual shirt and/or T-shirts
• Fleece jacket or warm jumper/sweater
• Waterproof jacket
• Sunhat Warm hat
• Sunglasses
• Thermal gloves
• Warm and waterproof over gloves or mittens
• Headtorch/Headlamp with spare bulb and batteries
• Sun protection (including total bloc for lips, nose etc.)
• Water bottles 1 L. Antibacterial handwash
• Small towel Daypack,25/30Litres
• Trekking poles
• Sleeping bag 4 or 5 season * (rated down to – 20ºC)
• Warm jacket (down)*

Medical

• Small, personal first-aid kit. (Simple and light)

• Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
• 1 skin-blister repair kit
• Anti-diarrhea pills
• Anti-headache pills
• Cough and/or cold medicine
• Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide
• Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc.
• Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant.
•  Water purification tablets or water filter
• 1 set of earplugs Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies.

Note: Walking pole, down jacket, sleeping bag, etc available on hire in Kathmandu or request we will provide it. NOTES Trip cost will vary depending on numbers of travelers, duration/days of trek, standard of hotel in Kathmandu before & after the trip. Please contact us to GET a Custom Quote.