Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trekking Trip Fact

Duration

27 Days

Trip Grade

Moderate to Strenuous

Max Height

5280M

Start/End

Kathmandu

Transportation

Flights and private Bus

Per day walking

5 to 8 hours

Best Season

Oct-Dec / Mar-May

Activity

Sightseeing & Trekking

Trip Overview

Kanchenjunga is the third highest peak(8,586m) in the world, situated Eastern border of Sikkim, opened for trekking in 1988, and lies between Arun and Tamur rivers valleys rich with natural and cultural diversity. Your journey begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Biratnagar in the east of Nepal, followed by a drive to Basantapur (2220 m,) from where you head north to the villages of Chauki (2700 m), Gorja Gaon (2000 m), Amjilasa (2490 m), Ghunsa (3340 m), Khambachen (4040 m) and Lhonak (4790 m) to Pangpema( Base camp -5140 m.). This trekking offers an opportunity to explore unspoiled highlands wilderness to the visitors, flourishing farmland and forested valleys, charming villages, Monasteries, Temples, and magnificent sceneries. This region is inhabited by mixed ethnic communities like Rais, Chhetris, Brahmans, and Sherpas. wealth of wildlife, incredible ecosystems, Roaring rivers,  and superb views peaks such as Kambachen (7903m), Jannu (7710m), Jongsong (7483m), Kabru (7,353m), Tent Peak (7365m) are other attractions in this region. Kanchenjunga takes you to the inner beauty of Nepal where the magnificent views of Everest and Makalu the massif await with the untouched culture and traditions make this trip adventurous and memorable

Trip Highlights:

  • Explore the less traversed Eastern mountainous regions of Nepal
  • Spectacular views of the Kanchenjunga Mountains
  • Walk past the popular Yalung Glacier lakes
  • Sanctuaries and magnificent landscapes religious communities
  • Amazing time walking through the diverse flora and fauna
  • Meditate in Ramtang and Oktang Monasteries after your tiring walks
  • Have an amazing time on the lap of the giant peaks
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