Kanchenjunga trekking is one of the unspoiled trekking trails in eastern part of Nepal opened in 1988 for trekkers. Mt. Kanchenjunga 8586m is the world’s third highest mountain offers infinite variety of landscapes, cultures and panoramic views of Himalayas including the Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, & Kanchenjunga, four of the worlds five highest mountains make the trek rewarding. Mount Kanchenjunga 8598m lies on the border of Nepal and Sikkim, Musk deer, a and blue sheep are mostly found here and also the abominable snow man YETI is believed exist here. Kanchenjunga is translated along the lines of "Five Treasures of the Snow" A journey to Kanchenjunga trekking area is a special treat- starting from the tropical lowlands through great rhododendron forests and lovely villages of east Nepal up to the glacier and overwhelming views. Kanchenjunga Conservation Area spread in an area of 2,035 square Kilometers and KCAP area has a rich diversity of wildlife including snow leopard, Himalayan black bear, musk deer red panda and others. Impheyan, pheasant, red-billed blue mangpie, shy drongo are the major birds found in 
kanchenjunga trekking route. Kanchenjunga trek to the south and north faces of the world's third highest mountain offers fantastic Himalayan views, including Everest. Kanchenjunga base camp trekking provides you with an adventure trekking in eastern part of Nepal Himalaya., which will stay forever. One of the most remote and beautiful Trekking areas in Nepal, which, unused to foreign visitors, still lies shrouded in mystery. Kanchenjunga region trekking trails start from 1200 meters (4,000ft) to 5180 meters (17,094ft) above sea level.
Kanchenjunga Trekking begins from Suketar Taplejung accessible by air, or Basantapur accessible by road. Kanchenjunga trekking walk through lush rhododendron forests you climb on into high alpine terrain beyond the village of Gunsa. A camp established high above this village that provides astounding views of Kanchenjunga South face. Returning to Gunsa you then cross the Lapsung La pass , Selele pass and trek on the Yalung Glacier and Kanchenjunga Base Camp. Kanchenjunga base camp trekking is still exploratory trekking in Nepal Himalaya and you must be prepared to take the trail as it comes. But to look up at Kanchenjunga towering south face is easily reward enough for your efforts. Retracing your route to Taplejung you return to Kathmandu, having becomes one of few who have experienced this remarkable and little known region of Nepal. Special trekking permit is required for Kanchenjunga trekking from Government Registered trekking company of Nepal.
Trekking duration: 29/26/31 days
Starting from: Kathmandu to Basantapur by bus/Kathmandu Taplejung suketar by flight.
Ending at: Taplajung by bus or by flight back to Kathmandu
Grade: Strenuous
Highest access of the trek: Pangpema (5150 m. Kanchenjungha's northern Base Camp
Culture: Mixed
Mode of trekking tour: Camping trek only
Himalayan sights: Kanchenjungha Himalayan range, Mt.Makalu Jhanu Himal/Khumvakarna Himal,Nepal Peak.
Splendid breathtaking place: Most challenging special trek in remote eastern Nepal and Himalayan views.
Day 01: Arrival in kathmandu 1334m, Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition’s representative will transfer to hotel , Kanchenjunga trekking briefing with officially arrangements. overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 02: After breakfast, our tour guide will take to you for historical monuments sightseeing around kathmandu valley such as Bhkatapur, pasupatinath, Boudhhanath, kathmandu durbar square & Swaymbhunath(monkey temple) and prepare for the Kanchenjunga trekking because this day is required to make Kanchenjunga trekking permit with original passport. Overnight at kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu drive bus to Dharan Bazaar 1540m. Over night at Lodge /Tea house.
Day 04: Dharan Bazaar drive bus to Basantpur 2200m .Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 05: Basantapur Trek to Gupha pokhari 1876m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 06: Gupha Pokhari trek to Dobhan 1567m.Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 07: Dobhan trek to Chhirwa 1190m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 08: Chhirwa trek to Sekathum 1640m.Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 09: Sekathum trek to Amjilessa 2490m.Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 10: Amjilessa trek to Gyapla/Kypra 2730m.Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 11: Gyapla/Kypra trek to Gunsa village 3430m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 12: Acclimatization or rest day in Gunsa village. During this day you can hike up to the selele pass base camp. Overnight Gunsa at Tented Camp.
Day 13: Gunsa trek to Kambachen 4040m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 14: Kambachen trek to Lhonak 4790m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 15: Lhonak trek to Pang pema 5140m. (northern Base Camp) Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 16: Pang Pema trek to Lhonak 4790m. Overnight at Tented Camp .
Day 17: Lhonak trek to Gunsa 3430m. Overnight at Tented Camp .
Day 18: Gunsa trek to Sinion/ selele Phedi 3546m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 19: Sinion /selele phedi via Selele pass 4854m trek to Tseram 3870m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 20: Tseram trek to Kanchenjunga Oktang Base camp back to Ramche 4620m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 21: Ramche trek to Torontan 3256m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 22: Torontan Trek to Amje Khola 2340m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 23: Amje Khola Trek to Mamanke 1810m Overnight at Tented Camp .
Day 24: Mamanke trek to Kande Bhanjang 2134m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 25: Kande Bhanjang trek Lali Kharka 2213m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 26: Lali Kharka trek to Suketar /Taplejung 1824m.Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 27: Suketar by flight back to Kathmandu. Overnight at kathmandu Hotel.
Day 28: After breakfast, Relaxing or shopping with own activities than in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese Restaurant, overnight at kathmandu in Hotel .
Day 29: After breakfast, Relaxing/shopping with own activities ,Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition’s representative will drop to Kathmandu international airport for onward destination.
Day 01: Arrival in kathmandu 1334m, Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition’s representative will transfer to hotel , Kanchenjunga trekking briefing with officially arrangements. overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 02: After breakfast, our tour guide will take to you for historical monuments sightseeing around kathmandu valley such as Bhkatapur, pasupatinath, Boudhhanath, kathmandu durbar square & Swaymbhunath(monkey temple) and prepare for the Kanchenjunga trekking because this day is required to make Kanchenjunga trekking permit with original passport. Overnight at kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu Fly to Suketar 1824m trek to Mitlung 1968m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 04: Mitlung trek to Chhiruwa 1190m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 05: Chhiruwa trek to Sekathum 1640m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 06: Sekathum trek to Amjilessa 2490m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 07: Amjilessa trek to Gyapla/Kypra 2730m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 08: Gyapla/Kypra trek to Gunsa village 3430m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 09: Acclimatization or rest day in Gunsa village. During this day you can hike up to the selele pass base camp. Overnight Gunsa at Tented Camp. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 10: Gunsa trek to Kambachen 4040m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 11: Kambachen trek to Lhonak 4790m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 12: Lhonak trek to Pang pema (Kanchenjunga northern Base Camp) 5140m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 13: Pang pema base camp trek to Lhonak 4790m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 14: Lhonak trek to Gunsa 3430m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 15: Gunsa trek to Sinion/ selele Phedi 3546m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 16: Sinion /selele phedi via Selele pass 4854m trek to Tseram 3870m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 17: Tseram trek to Kanchenjunga Oktang Base camp back to Ramche 4620m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 18: Ramche trek to Torontan 3256m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 19: Torontan Trek to Amje Khola 2340m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 20: Amje Khola Trek to Mamanke 1810m Overnight at Tented Camp .
Day 21: Mamanke trek to Kande Bhanjang 2134m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 22: Kande Bhanjang trek Lali Kharka 2213m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 23: Lali Kharka trek to Suketar /Taplejung 1824m.Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 24: Suketar by flight back to Kathmandu. Overnight at kathmandu Hotel.
Day 25: After breakfast, Relaxing or shopping with own activities than in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese Restaurant, overnight at kathmandu in Hotel .
Day 26: After breakfast, Relaxing/shopping with own activities ,Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition’s representative will drop to Kathmandu international airport for onward destination.
Day 01: Arrival in kathmandu 1334m, Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition’s representative will transfer to hotel , Kanchenjunga trekking briefing with officially arrangements. overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 02: After breakfast, our tour guide will take to you for historical monuments sightseeing around kathmandu valley such as Bhkatapur, pasupatinath, Boudhhanath, kathmandu durbar square & Swaymbhunath(monkey temple) and prepare for the Kanchenjunga trekking because this day is required to make Kanchenjunga trekking permit with original passport. Overnight at kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu drive bus to Dharan Bazaar 1540m. Over night at Lodge /Tea house.
Day 04: Dharan Bazaar drive bus to Basantpur 2200m .Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 05: Basantapur Trek to Gupha pokhari 1876m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 06: Gupha Pokhari trek to Dobhan 1567m.Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 07: Dobhan trek to Chhirwa 1190m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 08: Chhirwa trek to Sekathum 1640m.Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 09: Sekathum trek to Amjilessa 2490m.Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 10: Amjilessa trek to Gyapla /Kyapra 2730m.Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 11: Gyapla /Kypra trek to Gunsa village 3430m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 12: Acclimatization or rest day in Gunsa village. During this day you can hike up to the selele pass base camp. Overnight Gunsa at Tented Camp.
Day 13: Gunsa trek to Kambachen 4040m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 14: Kambachen trek to Lhonak 4790m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 15: Lhonak trek to Pang pema 5140m. (northern Base Camp) Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 16: Pang Pema trek to Lhonak 4790m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 17: Lhonak trek to Gunsa 3430m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 18: Gunsa trek to Sinion/ selele Phedi 3546m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 19: Sinion /selele phedi via Selele pass 4854m trek to Tseram 3870m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 20: Tseram trek to Kanchenjunga Oktang Base camp back to Ramche 4620m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 21: Ramche trek to Torontan 3256m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 22: Torontan Trek to Amje Khola 2340m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 23: Amje Khola Trek to Mamanke 1810m Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 24: Mamanke trek to Kande Bhanjang 2134m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 25: Kande Bhanjang trek Lali Kharka 2213m. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 26: Lali Kharka trek to Taplejung Bazaar 1824m.Overnight at Tented Camp.
Day 27: Taplejung Bazaar drive to Phidim Bazaar 1567. overnight at hotel.
Day 28: Phidim bazaar to Ilam Bazaar 1667m. overnight at hotel.
Day 29: Ilam Bazaar drive to Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 30: After breakfast, Relaxing or shopping with own activities than in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese Restaurant, overnight at kathmandu in Hotel BB..
Day 31: After breakfast, Relaxing/shopping with own activities ,Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition’s representative will drop to Kathmandu international airport for onward destination.
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