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Trip code: Kachen28
Price: € 1,980
Grade: 3 : Arduous
Duration: 28 days
Maximum altitude: 5,065m
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Kanchenjunga trek - Far east Nepal - Sikkim border
Trip details
Destination :
Kachenjunga BC, Nepal - Sikkim border
Grade : 3 : Arduous
1 : Easy | 2 : Moderate | 3 : Arduous | 4 : Strenuous | 5 : Very arduous
Duration : 28 days
Dates :
- 01 - 28 February, 2011
- 19 March - 15 April, 2011
- 08 October - 04 November, 2010
Best season : March | May - October | December
Trip Price : € 1,980
Group size : 2 - 10
Single supplementary : € 180
Recommended previous experience :
Everest basecamp, Dolpa trek, Mustang trek or similar
Further info :
Extra service (with supplement) :
- Ayurveda massage - 1/2 day
- Scenic flight over the Himalaya - 40mn
- Guided tour f Kathmandu - 1/2 day
Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m) is the third highest mountain in the world at the Nepal and Sikkim border. This route is relatively un-trekked through unspoiled villages and wonderful environment. Your trip gets you to the South and the North Base Camp providing the best views of the area.
We have chosen an even more remote return route through untouched villages surrounded by rhododendron, oak and pine forests before joining the main trail and flying back to Kathmandu.
Itinerary
- Day 01 : Arrive Kathmandu, Tribhuvan Airport - alt. 1,300m.
- Day 02 : Shopping and packing in Kathmandu. O/N Hotel.
- Day 03 : Fly Kathmandu / Biratnagar - alt. 240m.
- Day 04 : Fly Taplejung and trek to Lali Kharka - alt. 1,900m.
--- Acclimatization program ---
- Day 05 : Trek to Khesewa Bhanjyang - alt. 2,100m.
- Day 06 : Trek to Mamangkhe. alt. 2,000m - 6/7 hrs.
- Day 07 : Trek to Yangphudin - alt. 2,150m.
- Day 08 : Trek to Chitre - alt. 2,880m. approx. 6hrs.
- Day 09 : Trek to Simbua Khola - alt. 3,000m. approx. 6/7 hrs.
- Day 10 : Trek to Tseram - alt. 3,770m. approx. 4 hrs.
- Day 11 : Trek to Ramche alt. 4,360m.
--- Trek to Base Camps ---
- Day 12 : Walk around the South Base Camp. Optional rest day at Ramche.
- Day 13 : Trek to Tseram.
- Day 14 : Trek to Tamo, crossing of 3 passes - alt. 4,300m, 4 hrs.
- Day 15 : Trek to Ghunsa along Ghunsa river - alt. 3,480m.
- Day 16 : Trek to Kangbachen - alt. 4,000m. approx. 5 hrs.
- Day 17 : Trek to Lhonak - alt. 4,780m. approx. 4 hrs.
- Day 18 : Trek to Pangpema - alt. 5,065m. approx. 4 hrs.
- Day 19 : Trek around North Base Camp for panoramic views. Optional rest day at Pangpema
--- Back to trekking trail ---
- Day 20 : Trek to Kangbachen - alt. 3,900m. approx. 6 hrs.
- Day 21 : Trek to Phole - alt. 3,100m. approx. 6 hrs.
- Day 22 : Trek to Amjilassa - alt. 2,500m. approx. 7 hrs.
- Day 23 : Trek to Tapethok - alt. 1,300 m. approx. 7 hrs.
- Day 24 : Trek to Mitlung - alt. 1,550m. approx. 6 hrs.
- Day 25 : Trek to Suketar - alt. 2,440 m. approx. 4 hrs.
- Day 26 : Suketar - Biratnagar - Kathmandu flight.
- Day 27 : Leisure day in Kathmandu. Celebration dinner.
- Day 28 : International departure.
Trekking Route
This is the longest trek in Far East Nepal. The route is remote, unspoiled and offers one of the most majestics views of the surrounding peaks. You cross cardamom farming villages in lowest altitude, crossing virgin land rich in flora and fauna with splendid panramic views of the Yalung glacier as you trek up in higher altitude.
You fly from Kathmandu to Biratnagar and Taplejung and start your trek with reasonnable altitude gain to ajust your body to altitude. The trail leads you to Rhododendron forests, deep lush valleys at the feet of some of the highest mountains of the world. It is a land of contrast. A trek far from the classic trails especially designed for those who love the wild.
You trek to Base Camp South and North and make the circuit of Kanchenjunga hiking along sharp rocky faces covered by snow. You will feel very small and perhaps humble when facing those massive slopes raising to the deep blue sky. Kanchenjunga is an amazing moment in a virgin land.
Experience required and Acclimatization
This Kachenjunga Base Camp Trek is suitable for all very fit trekkers who can walk 5/7 hours a day with a light daypack. You must be in excellent physical condition as some days are quite long and the hike is more arduous with the altitude. The trail is a good track, but occasionally it will be rough, bumpy and rocky with high altitude passes to cross. Kachanjunga Base Camp Trek is a non-technical trek but impose long walking hours to villages up to alt. 5000 m and trekking parts along steep slopes on mountain ridges.
Your itinerary is designed to provide a rest day at Kanchenjunga South and North Base Camp to fully get acclimatized. From there, you get a clear view of Yalung Glacier on the South wall of Kanchenjunga. At Kanchenjunga North, you have an optional ascent to Pangpema Peak (alt. 5,800m) fto enjoy a memorable panoramic view.
Prepare yourself physically and mentally as the trek can be strenuous in altitude and while crossing high passes. Altitude has to be considered seriously as you can suffer from AMS - Acute Mountain Sickness. We will require a medical certificate that allows you to take part of the trek.
Leaders
Our Sherpa guides are native from the mountain regions of Nepal. They are very experienced, well-trained and have long-time experience on the trails of Nepal. They assist you in friendly sharing moments and also share their innermost knowledge of the region, the traditions and the culture.
They are assisted by a strong team of outgoing and experienced cook, assistant guide, porters, and yakmen. Along the way, yaks carry most of the gear and bags to keep you in good shape during the trek.
Accommodations
We take care of all accomodations during your trek. From hotels in Kathmandu to Guesthouse on the way and tented camps. All hotels and guesthouse rooms are on double-sharing basis. Single room or individual tent can be provided on request.
What does the trip include
Price Includes
- Welcome at the airport
- Hotel room on double occupation in Kathmandu on B&B Basis
- Makalu & Kanchenjunga National Park fee
- Domestic flights
- All transfer Airport – Hotel – Airport.
- All meals during te trek (3 meals a day)
- Conservation fees.
- Trekking, d ining, Kitchen and Toilet tents.
- Tables, chairs and all kitchen ustensils
- Mattresses during the trekking
- Trekking crew with Sherpa Guide, porters, cook and assistants.
- Best Guesthouse available in local villages.
- Trekking crew insurance
Price does not include :
- International flight to / from Kathmandu
- All applicable airport taxes
- Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu.
- Personal clothing, equipment and trekking gear
- Personal / Travel / Rescue / Medical insurance
- Rescue evacuation in case of emergency
- Personal expenses (laundry, internet, telephone ...)
- Bar bills & beverages
- Tips
- Visa
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