Kanchanjungha Trek

Greetings from the Himalayan nation; you will be met at the airport terminal by one of our representatives. After being driven to your individual lodgings, you will receive assistance with the check-in process. Arriving early allows you to see the capital's tourism attractions while taking a short break. Your guide will meet you in the evening and give you a brief overview of the adventure that lies ahead. Spend the night at the hotel.

Today is the second day of trekking the Kanchenjunga will be spent by preparing for your trek and obtain permits required for forthcoming expedition. It will be ideal for shopping for and renting the appropriate trekking gear in Kathmandu if you haven't already done so. Afterwards, we will be doing a half day sightseeing of Kathmandu valley. This will include Kathmandu Durbar Square which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Afterwards we will visit the significant Buddhist pilgrimage Swoyambhunath Stupa.

On your third day of Kanchenjunga hiking, your journey to the foothills of the world's third-tallest peak will formally begin. The journey ahead will be lengthy; from Kathmandu, you will fly in the morning to Bhadrapur, where you will transfer to a suitable jeep heading in the direction of Taplejung. The picturesque drive on this day will pass through the terraced fields, stunning, varied scenery, and fields of fresh green tea for which the Illam is renowned. You will go by the intriguing gardens of Fikkal and Kanyan on your high hills, low valley trip today.

The adventure for today entails spending an additional day travelling through the area that is well-known for being Nepal's largest producer of spices and tea. You will pass through various terraced tea farms and cardamom jungle as you drive down the trail that follows the Tamor River's strong rapids. The Taplejung region is Nepal's largest producer of cardamom. Today's drive will mostly take you over the terrace that slopes downhill as you gradually leave the steep mountain slopes behind and head towards Sekathum.

You will finally begin your walk on Day 5 of your Kanchenjunga trekking excursion; following breakfast, the first part of the route follows easy, level trails that meander alongside the gushing Tamor River and verdant forests. But once you start climbing steep parts in the second phase, the walk gets a little more difficult. As you leave the Kirati communities in the lower area, you will ascend the slope towards the little Sherpa-populated community. You will take the upward route to Jabari, stopping for lunch at the Lamat riverbanks before completing the remaining ascent via the yak meadows and arriving in Amjilosa. The "Bhattis," or neighbourhood tea stores, are a characteristic of this lovely rural Sherpa community.

The hiking walk for this day is along the picturesque Ghunsa Khola; you will hike past breathtaking scenery and verdant forests of oak, pine, rhododendron and bamboo. As you stroll around the area's pasturelands, you'll also notice goats, sheep, and yaks dispersed across the grazing areas. Towards the end of your trekking trip today, you will encounter a sizable Ghunsa Khola cascade part. From here, it's an upward climb to Gyable, which is also referred to as "Chapla" or "Kyapra."

The walk begins today with a steep descent to the banks of the Ghunsa Khola. The trail then passes through a small valley at an elevation of 2,700 metres. The continuing path leads to Phale Village via a thick forest of fir and rhododendron. This high-altitude town is a popular winter settlement where people from Gunsa migrate during the cold months. Originally, it was a camp for Tibetan refugees escaping China's communist rule. Following a crossing of Phale, a town famous for its potato crops, the trail ascends into the mountains alongside Ghunsa Khola before arriving at Gunsa. Buddhist customs and culture are well ingrained in this lovely village; throughout the entire civilization, Buddhist prayer flags are flying. The Kanchenjunga Conservation Office is located in Gunsa; in this high-altitude Sherpa civilization, you can access phone, internet, and medical services.

In a high-altitude adventure, you incorporate an acclimatisation day as advised once you surpass 2,500–3,000 metres in altitude. You will get a day off on day eight of your Kanchenjunga Trek expedition. This day is dedicated to allowing your body to recuperate and appropriately adjust to the high-altitude surroundings. But that doesn't mean you have to sit around doing nothing; you may tour the area's mani walls, chortens, and monastery, which all serve as important reminders of Tibetan culture. Alternatively, take a leisurely tour around the area, taking in the customs and daily activities of the high-altitude Sherpa society while shopping for locally made trinkets. Hiking is another alternative that will take you across the Yamtari Khola to Lapsang La or to the ridges of Ghunsa, where you may get a breathtaking view of Khumbhakarna Peak, also called "Jannu Peak," which is 7,711 metres high.

The first part of the day's trip will have you leave Ghunsa behind and heading north on a path that progressively climbs through the rockfall zones. As you follow the south bank of the Ghunsa Khola, you will pass through a lovely and thick forest of pine, birch, rhododendron, and pine trees. The track that leads to Rampuk Kharka has both wooden and stone bridges. After crossing them, you will continue on a picturesque route that passes through glacial moraines, streams, and waterfalls as you approach Khambachen through desolate areas that are prone to landslides. Along the way, if fortune favours you, you may also get to see snow leopards and blue sheep (Bharal). The spectacular Khambachen Village, which honours Tibetan culture and customs and provides breathtaking views of the Himalayan jewels Khumbhakarna Peak (7,711 metres), Khabur (6,332 metres), Phole Peak (6,645 metres), and Sobithongie (6,670 metres) will be the destination of today's adventure closing.

The moraine spanning the Kanchenjunga Glacier will be primarily covered on Day 10 of your hiking excursion. You will follow the desolate sceneries along the rocky terrains and big stones on the sidelines after leaving the picturesque paths of Khambachen behind. It is recommended that you wear appropriate clothing to protect yourself from the chilly climate at the foot of the third-tallest peak in the world after crossing the bridge to Ramtang (4,240 metres), as the trail follows the glacier's moraines. After that, you'll travel down the glacier's north bank, pass the Lhonak Glacier's wooden bridge, and eventually arrive at the besieged lakebed of Lhonak Village. On the way to the Kanchenjunga Base Camp climb, stop at Lohank, the last high-Himalayan civilization. 360° panoramic views of the Himalayan mountain peaks, including Mera Peak (6,344 metres), Twin Peak (6,750 metres), Nepal Peak (6,910 metres), and Wedge Peak (6,750 metres), are available from this stunning Himalayan settlement.

This is the moment you have been waiting for; after much anticipation, you will finally reach the foothills of the magnificent Himalayas, directly beneath the world's third-highest snow-capped mountain. Your major adventure for the day will take you uphill to the Kanchenjunga Base Camp (5,140 metres) across the Kanchenjunga Glacier's ridges and glacial moraines. In addition to the enormous Mt. Kanchenjunga, you may take in the splendour of Mera Peak, Tent Peak, Cross Peak, and Twin Peak, among other magnificent nearby peaks in the area, from this vantage position. Following your time spent taking in the peace and beauty of the Himalayas, you will walk back to Lhonak, where you will spend the night.

It's time to continue the excursion after concluding the journey at the Kanchenjunga Base Camp. On the twelfth day of your trip up Mount Kanchenjunga, you will trek back to the stunning high-altitude civilization that was shaped by Buddhist culture. As soon as you enter the area below 4,000 metres, your fall will be comparatively simpler. You will return via the Rampuk Kharka paths after passing the Khambachen Village and entering the Ghunsa area once more. This is where you will spend the night, taking in all that this modern village has to offer and getting ready for tomorrow's excursion.

In contrast to other conventional Kanchenjunga trekking adventures, which take a direct downward path to Taplejung, Nepal Eco Adventure enhances this breathtaking experience with additional thrilling elements, such as visits to other Kanchenjunga region highlights. On today's walk, you will cross through verdant juniper and rhododendron forests as well as grassy ridges from where you can see the whole area, including Ghunsa Village and Phole Village. After making the first ascent of the ridge on the trail towards Sele La Kharka, you will reach Tamo La Pass (3,900 metres), which is adorned with praying flags and provides unobstructed views of Mt. Makalu in the distance and Kanchenjunga to the west. Since there are no inhabitants living along this portion of the hiking trail, it is advised that you stay close to your group when trekking because snow leopards have been observed there. You will come across little teahouses built of stones, such as Lhonak, after you arrive at Sele Le. This is where you will spend the night relaxing.

After a hearty meal in the morning, you will embark on a strenuous day's walk across a creek in the direction of Tamo La. As you proceed in the direction of Sele La, you will climb higher and higher until you reach Sinelapche La (4,724 metres), Mirgin La (4,663 metres), and Sinon La (4,660 metres). You will travel through all of these high passes in the Kanchenjunga region before reaching Tseram Village by descending along the south trail. After a strenuous day of trekking across the high hills, we arrive at the tranquil and welcoming settlement of Tseram. Here, you'll enjoy your well-earned sleep while taking in the splendour of the Simbhu Khola Valley tonight.

You will begin your trip early in the morning as you hike along the picturesque road that leads to the alpine settlement of Ramche. The track leads towards the south face of Kanchenjunga. On the initial part of the hike, you'll ascend the road with mani walls and follow a rough, rocky trail by a creek. You will go via the Yalung Glacier's moraines and see the Rathong (6,678 metres) and Kabru Dome (6,700 metres) towering over the valley. You will follow the route alongside the Simbuwa River and Lapsang Village in the final portion of today's trip, which will take you through the Kanchenjunga South Glacier and ultimately arrive at Ramche. The hiking adventure for this day will come to an end with breathtaking views of Rathong, Kanchenjunga South Peak, and Jannu Peak.

On today's trip, you will descend to Tseram after conquering the high passes of the Kanchenjunga region. You will hike through the Simbhu Khola Valley after descending to it and return via the stunning Simbuwa Khola paths. Today's walk promises to be rather picturesque as you gradually leave the majesty of the nearby Himalayas behind and make your way down the trail, taking in the expansive vistas and meadows. You will descend the rock trail that follows the mani walls in the last part of today's hike, arriving in Tseram Village. You will spend the night here, and starting tomorrow, the trail will progressively descend to lower elevations.

Your 17th day of trekking the Kanchenjunga will be a leisurely stroll. You will come to a juncture where the route splits in two as you progressively descend to the lower altitude from Tseram. Once you cross Simbuwa Khola, the vibrant rhododendron forest will brighten your route. You should take the right split of the trail, since the left one takes you back to Sele La Pass. The secluded paths of this day will provide a tranquil, breathtaking exploration of the far-off region of the Himalayas. Tortong is a stunning high-altitude village with a small number of teahouses that provide pristine and breathtaking views of the nation's less-traveled path.

Today's climb is steep and lengthy. After an early breakfast, you will leave Tortong and travel through a gorgeous, lush forest before reaching Lasiya Bhanjyang. This stretch of the hike is prone to landslides. The path offers breathtaking scenery while being a strenuous day's walk. It passes through pasturelands and crosses the Ghunsa River over a wooden bridge to arrive to Rampuk Kharak. Towards the large high-altitude village of Yamphuding, the route passes through a steep downhill slope in the final part of the walk. Yamphuding, the largest settlement on the southern flank of Kanchenjunga, is home to numerous ethnic groups, including the Gurung, Rai, Sherpa, and Limbu. Additionally, there are a number of stores nearby where you may replenish your supplies and reclaim some of the more basic contemporary technology conveniences.

This day marks the end of your trekking journey via the Kanchenjunga; from then on, take pleasure in a picturesque drive across hills and valleys. As you climb downhill, you'll approach the magnificent terraced tea field of the Illam by retracing the trails along the Tamor River. After passing through the intriguing Fikkal and Kanyan gardens and the vast Cardamon jungle, you will eventually arrive at Illam. This is where you will be sleeping tonight. In addition to its immaculately sloping tea gardens, this piece of paradise is renowned for its unmatched beauty, which includes thick natural woods, clean mountain streams, and intriguingly distinct culture and traditions.

The moment has arrived to wrap up this lovely remote study of the Himalayas from the Kanchenjunga's prospects. You will leave the unkempt tea gardens of Illam and head towards Bhadrapur. Following the flight schedule, you will board your aircraft and depart the enticing mountain region in favour of the capital valley. You will eventually touch down in Kathmandu after taking in the breathtaking cross-valley flight that passes over verdant hills, towering rivers, and exquisite civilizations. You will be taken to your accommodation upon arrival, and after a short period of recuperation, you may make the most of your day by touring the vibrant capital and picking up mementos to commemorate your voyage.

As your 21-day Kanchenjunga adventure comes to an end, it's time to say goodbye. As per your flight schedules, you will be dropped off at the international airport; therefore, plan to arrive at the airport three hours early. We are honoured to be your venture partner. Enjoy a secure trip back home!