27 days tour

Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek - 27 Days

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Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek - 27 Days

This tour includes:

Meals

Three meals a day ( Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.

Flights

Both way flight fare from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur including airport departure tax.

Transport

Airport to hotel pick up and drop off (Kathmandu to Bhadrapur pick up and drop off.) Transportation from Bhadrapur - Suketar/ Suketar - Bhadrapur by Shared jeep.

Accommodation

Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast (3 nights only) Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a guesthouse in Bhadrapur including breakfast (One night only) Teahouse/Lodge accommodation during the trek.

Optional

The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests.)

Others

Special permit and Kanchanjunga Conservation area (KCAP) project permits fee. Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) Inclusive of Government tax. Use of sleeping bags, down jacket, duffel bag, and walking poles (if you do not have your own, to be returned after you complete the trip).

Guide

An experienced, helpful, and friendly Government license holder trekking guide.

Not included:

Others

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu Travel insurance which covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation International airfare and airport departure tax Alcoholic beverage and telephone calls Hot drinks, Soft drinks such as cola, mineral water Wifi and battery charge Personal expenses Nepal entry visa: You can obtain the visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying USD 25 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days

Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek - 27 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350M) & Transfer To Hotel.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350M) & Transfer To Hotel.

      A representative from Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel in Thamel โ€“ the tourist center of Kathmandu. Today, or early tomorrow morning we will have a pre-trek meeting where you will have a chance to ask questions about the trek. You will also be introduced to your guide. Please bring your passport, 3 passport size photos and a copy of your travel insurance policy. This is also the time to clear up outstanding fees. During your free time today, you can meander around the winding narrow streets of Thamel and do some last-minute shopping before your trekking journey to Kanchenjunga.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing

      Today we will drive to several historical and well known historical sites in Kathmandu. Your guide will take you to the famous Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest Hindu temples in the world, and to the pagoda-shaped temple of Lord Shiva that is visited by thousands of people every year. We will also visit the Bouddhanath Stupa, a place where pilgrims visit โ€“ both Buddhist and Hindu. This is considered one of the most important Buddhist temples in the world. Another place we will head to is the well-known Swayambhunath Temple (the monkey temple). Our final destination is Durbar Square with its unique architecture and temples. 

  • Day 3 Day 3: Fly From Kathmandu To Bhadrapur And Drive To Ilam.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Fly From Kathmandu To Bhadrapur And Drive To Ilam.

      This morning we take a 45-minute flight to Bhadrapur and from there we will drive to Ilam. Ilam is famous and has Nepalโ€™s largest tea plantations. We stay overnight in Ilam.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Drive To Taplejung (1820M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Drive To Taplejung (1820M) 5-6 Hours.

      This morning we again hit the road and drive to Taplejung where we will stay overnight.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Trek To Sinuwa (980M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Trek To Sinuwa (980M) 5-6 Hours.

      Today we follow the trail through lush green hills passing by rivers and trek along some steep ridges. On the trail, we pass several traditional villages with their characteristic mud houses, terraced rice fields, fruit trees, and farms before descending to the Tamur River at which point we head upstream passing several isolated villages. We finally reach the Tamang village of Sinuwa where we stay the night.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Trek To Chiruwa (1380M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Trek To Chiruwa (1380M) 5-6 Hours.

      Not long after leaving Sinuwa Village, the valley narrows as we cross the remains of landslides and step over boulders before descending to Thiwa Khola where we cross over a wooden bridge. The trail then follows the undulating and natural contour of the ground before arriving at the market town of Chirwa. 

  • Day 7 Day 7: Trek To Sakathum (1575M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Trek To Sakathum (1575M) 5-6 Hours.

      This morning we climb a spur and then head down to the Simbuwa Khola (river) and then cross a bridge over the river formed by the Yalung Glacier. After another ridge, we reach Ghunsa Khola Valley. Once we reach the convergence of Tamur and Ghunsa Khola rivers, we continue to walk a little further before setting up camp beside the river.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Trek To Amjilosa (2310M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Trek To Amjilosa (2310M) 5-6 Hours.

      From Sakathum we trek to the northeast along the banks of the Ghunsa Khola and then climb higher and head to Kanchenjunga Base Camp. The trek takes us crosses a barren terrain and then we have a steep climb to the Tibetan village of Amjilosa, where we stay the night.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Trek To Gyabla (2730M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Trek To Gyabla (2730M) 5-6 Hours.

      Today the trail heads through rhododendron and bamboo forests. Climbing higher we come to a huge waterfall on the side of the river at which point we take the trail to Gyabla from where we have excellent views of the surrounding terrain.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Trek To Gunsa (3595M) 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Trek To Gunsa (3595M) 4-5 Hours.

      From Gyabla the trail passes through a big meadow and through a small village. We then climb a hill before descending to the river before coming to Gunsa Village, a large Tibetan village with its traditional wooden houses, a school, health post, and its very own hydro-electricity plant. The village falls within the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area and has several Gompas (Buddhist fortifications/temples) where people regularly rest and swap stories of their journey. Tonight we stay in Gunsa, the last village in the valley.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Acclimatization Day In Ghunsa.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Acclimatization Day In Ghunsa.

      Ghunsa is a perfect location and at a high enough altitude for us to acclimatize. It is highly recommended that throughout the acclimatization period we do not remain idle. To stay active we will trek across the river to an altitude of 400 meters above the village, approximately a 4-hour return trip. For the rest of the day, we will stroll around this Tibetan village and chat to the locals and examine their rich Buddhist culture.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Trek To Khambachen (4050M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Trek To Khambachen (4050M) 5-6 Hours.

      The trail today takes us through striking pine and rhododendron forests along the south bank of the Ghunsa Khola with numerous chortens and Mani walls adorning the trail. After trekking across several slopes and glacier moraines we come to Kambachen - a small Tibetan village with only a few houses and encircled by mountains. Tonight we stay in this charming little village.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Trek To Lhonak (4780M) 3-4 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Trek To Lhonak (4780M) 3-4 Hours.

      Today we follow a trail to the very source of the Ghunsa Khola (river) and trek along the north side of the Kanchenjunga Glacier. We then follow the trail across a flat terrain past the Lhonak Glacier until we come to Lhonak. At this elevation, the air is fresh and cool, but we are compensated by the impressive views of Wedge Peak, Mera Peak, Nepal Peak, and the Twins that will leave you awestruck. Tonight we stay at Lhonak.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Trek To Kanchenjunga Base Camp (5140M) And Back To Lhonak (4,780M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Trek To Kanchenjunga Base Camp (5140M) And Back To Lhonak (4,780M) 6-7 Hours.

      Today we head east following the Lhonak Glacier on the northern ridges to reach KBC. KBC is also called Pang Pema and from here we have more stunning mountain views. We will then return to Lhonak to spend the night at a lower elevation.

  • Day 15 Day 15: Trek To Ghunsa (3595M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Trek To Ghunsa (3595M) 6-7 Hours.

      Today we will retrace our footsteps back to Ghunsa where we will stay the night.

  • Day 16 Day 16: Trek To Sele La Kharka (4200M) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Trek To Sele La Kharka (4200M) 5-6 Hours.

      Today we follow a steep and rocky trail through a forest and will eventually emerge at High Camp. Sele la Kharka is just above the high pass and is where we will spend the night.

  • Day 17 Day 17: Cross Sele La Pass & Trek Down To Tseram (3870M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Cross Sele La Pass & Trek Down To Tseram (3870M) 6-7 Hours.

      We have an exciting day ahead of us as we trek through these two high altitude passes: Sele La Pass (4480m) and Sinion La Pass 4660m). We then descend for about 1000 metres until we come to Tseram where we stay overnight.

  • Day 18 Day 18: Trek To Oktang Base Camp (4730M) And Back To Ramche (4580M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Trek To Oktang Base Camp (4730M) And Back To Ramche (4580M) 6-7 Hours.

      Today we cross the bottom of Yalung Glacier and into a craggy naked valley. The peaks in this region span the Nepal- India border. There is also a lake and a meadow in Ramche where blue sheep can be seen grazing on the grassy slopes. After leaving Ramche we trek along rocky trails and cross moraines until we finally reach Oktang Glacier. We then head back to Ramche for the night.

  • Day 19 Day 19: Trek Back To Tseram (3870M) 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Trek Back To Tseram (3870M) 4-5 Hours.

      From Ramche we retrace our footsteps to Tseram where we stay the night.

  • Day 20 Day 20: Trek To Lashya Bhanjyang (3370M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Trek To Lashya Bhanjyang (3370M) 6-7 Hours.

      Today we head down to Simbuwa Khola as we retrace our footsteps. This is also much easier and allows us time to appreciate the surrounding views and forest orchids in the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area. We pass through Toronton Village and then arrive at Lashe Bhanjyang that sits just below the Amji Khola (river) where we will stay the night.

  • Day 21 Day 21: Trek To Yamphudin (1690M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 21: Trek To Yamphudin (1690M) 6-7 Hours.

      This morning we head out and pass through a dense pine forest and will hear the sounds of birds chirping along the trail. After crossing the Amji Khola we descend to Yamphudin where we stay the night.

  • Day 22 Day 22: Trek To Phumphe Danda (1780M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 22: Trek To Phumphe Danda (1780M) 6-7 Hours.

      Today we descend and follow a trail along the banks of the Kabeli Khola where there are numerous waterfalls plunging down to the river. We then come to Phumphe where we will stay the night.

  • Day 23 Day 23: Trek To Kande Bhanjung (1700M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 23: Trek To Kande Bhanjung (1700M) 6-7 Hours.

      The first leg of our trail requires us to climb a ridge. We then descend down the sides of several valleys and pass Phun Village. After arriving at Kesawa we climb higher until we reach the Gurung settlement of Bhanjyang. We will stay here overnight next to the Pha Khola (river).

  • Day 24 Day 24: Trek To Simbu & Drive To Taplejung (1580M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 24: Trek To Simbu & Drive To Taplejung (1580M) 6-7 Hours.

      It is the final day on the trail as we trek to Simbu from where we drive to Suketar and Taplejung Village where we will stay the night. Today is a long and exhausting trek!

  • Day 25 Day 25: Drive To Bhadrapur (2,38Km) 7-9 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 25: Drive To Bhadrapur (2,38Km) 7-9 Hours.

      Today we can sit back and relax on our road trip to Birtamod in the Jhapa District. after a 7-9 hour journey. We will stay the night at Birtamod that is just a short distance from Bhadrapur. 

  • Day 26 Day 26: Flight From Bhadrapur To Kathmandu 45 Minutes.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 26: Flight From Bhadrapur To Kathmandu 45 Minutes.

      Early this morning we will fly back to Kathmandu. We will take you back to your hotels in Thamel where you can truly unwind from this physically demanding trek to the far-away regions of Kanchenjunga. There are numerous bars, cafes and clubs where you can enjoy the night!

  • Day 27 Day 27: Transfer To Tribhuvan International Airport.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 27: Transfer To Tribhuvan International Airport.

      A representative from Sherpa Expedition and Trekking will take you to Tribhuvan International Airport at least three hours prior to you scheduled departure. You will take with you some warm memories of your time here. You may also be considering your next trek with us into another remote region of Nepal โ€“ such as Kanchenjunga Circuit.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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