Kanchenjunga Base Camp Expedition

Mt. Kanchenjunga is the third highest in the world at 8,598m, it sits spanning the Nepal/Sikkim border only a few miles from Tibet. This route was opened to the trekkers in 1988, though people have trekked in the area in connection with mountaineering expedition since the turn of the century. Our long trek here climbs from the intensively cultivated hillsides of the Nepal Midlands, populated by the Rai and Limbu tribes, towards the peaks of Jannu and Khabru and the great wall of Kumbakarna, Kanchenjunga and Rathong, passing on the way through some of the finest high mountain scenery anywhere. Until very recently this was a restricted area, so this is an ideal trek for those who already know Nepal and want to get away from the better known areas and visit a remoter part where few foreigners have penetrated.

Trip Facts

Country: Nepal

Difficulty: Challenging

Total Duration: 24 Day

Max. Alt: 4,930m./16,170ft. or more

Trek Day: 20 days

Type of Trek: Fully supported camping

Price: € 1250

Air Fare: € 340

Departure dates: Click here for details

For 2011

1, Oct – 24, Oct

5, Nov – 28, Nov

For 2012

15 March - 15 April

Itineraries

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. Alt. 1,350m. / 4,428 ft.
Day 2: Trekking preparation day
Day 3: Fly to Biratnagar & Overnight stay at Biratnagar (45 Minutes)
Day 4: Fly to Suketar & then trek to Phurmbu – Alt 1800m/5904 ft. ( 4 hrs)
Day 5: Trek to Chirwa. Alt 1270m / 4166 ft. (5 hrs)
Day 6: Trek to Sakathum. Alt 1660m / 5445 ft. (6 hrs)
Day 7: Trek to Amjilosa. Alt 2510m / 8233ft. (5.5 hrs)
Day 8: Trek to Gyapla. Alt 2730m / 8954ft. (6 hrs)
Day 9: Trek to Ghunsa. Alt 3595m / 11792. (5 hrs)
Day 10: Rest day at Ghunsa
Day 11: Trek to Khambachen. Alt 4099m / 13445. (5 hrs)
Day 12: Trek to Lhonak. Alt 4785m / 15695. (5.5 hrs)
Day 13: Trek to Pangpema BC. Alt 5143m / 16869. (5 hrs)
Day 14: Trek to Khambachen. Alt 4099m / 13445. (6 hrs)
Day 15: Trek to Ghunsa. Alt 3595m / 11792. (4 hrs)
Day 16: Trek to Sele La. Alt 4290m / 14071. (5 hrs)
Day 17: Trek to Cheram. Alt 3870m / 12694. (6 hrs)
Day 18: Trek to Tortong. Alt 2995m / 9824. (6 hrs)
Day 19: Trek to Yamphudin. Alt 2080m / 6822. (5 hrs)
Day 20: Trek to Mamangkhe. Alt 1920m / 6298. (5 hrs)
Day 21: Trek to Khesewa. Alt 2120m / 6954. (6 hrs)
Day 22: Trek to Lalikharka . Alt 2276m / 7465. (6 hrs)
Day 23: Trek to Suketar. Alt 2300m / 7544. (4 hrs)
Day 24: Fly Back to Biratnagar & Kathmandu

Note:- Above itinerary can be re-designed as per your interest & preferences. Let us know whether you would like some changes

Inclusions and exclusions of the quoted prices: Click here for Detail

Inclusions of the cost:

International & domestic airport transfer Transfers as per the itinerary
Twin sharing basis hotel accommodation on bed and breakfast basis.
Internal transport and flight within Nepal as per the itinerary
Internal transport and flight within Nepal as per the itinerary
Accommodation & meals on the trek as indicated by the itinerary
While trekking (either in two person tents or local lodges/guesthouses).
All trekking and climbing related permit & fees as if required.
Provision of appropriate trekking and/or climbing staff (see section Life on the trek).

Exclusions of the cost:

International air fare to/from Nepal
Lunch & dinner prior to the trek, please allow US$ 20 per day
Meals at airports and whilst in Kathmandu/Pokhara - allow $20 per day.
Entry Visa fees - at present $30 on entry in Nepal.
Insurance which covers medical expenses
Personal gears & expenses