Kanchanjunga Trekking

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

Nepal alternative treks has been operating lodge trekking in Kanchanjunga since 2011 as lodges are availble in this route. Lodge accommodation is still very basic and poor though it is good enough. Foods are also basic and mostly lodges provide Nepali meals Dal Bhat and Tibetan meals. It is the best way to explore there and reduce the cost of organized trek. World's third highest mountain Mt.Kanchanjunga is main attraction to view and real authentic culture is highlight to experience. The breathtaking views of Mt. Kanchenjunga, Makalu with beautiful glaciers offers further excitement to all trekkers along this trekking trail. Besides nature the trekkers also witness culture and lifestyle of Limbus and rais in this trail. These are two dominant ethnic groups in eastern Nepal. During Kanchenjunga treks, one is bound to have an unforgettable experience of difference that cannot be found somewhere else in the world.

02 / WHY GO

The memorable moments

Kanchenjunga, 3rd highest mountain in the world with five treasure of snow, Kanchenjunga Trek offers exploration of both Kanchenjunga Base Camps. Different experience of glacier walks rather than normal walk on routes in Yalung Glacier during Kanchenjunga Trek. Scenic view of Mt. Makalu 5th highest mountain in the world as well as unique east face of Mt. Everest 1st highest mountain in the world during Kanchenjunga Trek. Tibetan refugee settlements camp on Kanchenjunga Trekking Routes along with ethnic cast and group of Nepal like Sherpa, Rai & Limbu. Pristine rhododendron forest, native vegetation, high alpine passes and typical agriculture can be experience during Kanchenjunga Trekking. Abundant wildlife species like musk deer, snow leopard, blue sheep and some believe in presence of Yeti in Kanchenjunga Region. Since locals from Kanchenjunga considered Mt. Kanchenjunga as most holy peak, climber for respect for local believes climber never push themselves on actual summit of Mt. Kanchenjunga instead they stop below few yards of actual summit making it virgin. Before Mt. Everest was explored and declared as highest mountain in the world, Kanchenjunga used to be considered as highest mountain in the world. It lies in the far eastern belt of Nepal and least visited area in compare with other Trekking in Nepal, where as now days Kanchenjunga Trek is the starting trek for The Great Himalayan Trail and gaining fame in between western trekkers. Mt. Kanchenjunga Series that lies on India too apart form main summit of Kanchenjunga is highest mountain in India and is possible to trek from Indian Side too toward Kanchenjunga Base Camp.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day 1: Kathmandu - Suketar (2,420m/7938ft) fly , Trek to Lalikharka (2265m/7,431ft) 3 hours walk — Early morning, We get flight to Suketar. The trail to Lalikharka is mostly passes through lush green forests. Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 2: Lalikharka - Khesewa (2120m/6,955ft) 5 hours walk — After breakfast, We begin our real trek to Khesewa. Most of walk is an easy descent until Phundrawa then begin our ascent. It is a quite steep climb until Yangpang from where we climb steadily up until Phumphe Danda followed by another ascent to Khesewa. We walk through forests and small villages. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 3: Khesewa - Mamankhe (1785m/5,856ft) 5 hours walk — Today, we start our trek towards the Kabeli Khola. Then, we walk on a trail that passes through forests before crossing a small stream. We enjoy amazing views of the Himalayan peaks while passing through several beautiful small villages. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 4: Mamankhe - Yamphudin (2080m/6824ft) 5 hours walk — The trail lead us uphill on an easy trail whereby we mostly walk alongside the Kabeli Khola. We also admire the beautiful ridge behind the stream. We follow our walk through a beautiful waterfall nearby then we cross a small suspension bridge. Finally, we arrive Yamphudin after passing a small settlements. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 5: Yamphudin - Tortong (2,995m/9,826ft) 6 hours walk — We head toward on a path commonly used by local and pass through terraced farms and green meadows. We have the constant company of the Himalayas to enjoy along the journey. The trail follow the Amji Khola then cross a pass at Lassiya Bhanjyang before reaching Tortong. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 6: Tortong - Cheram (3,870m/12,696ft) 5 hours walk — After breakfast, we start our steady climb to Cheram while Simbuwa khola appears in close view on right side. Today, beautiful Lalung valley and Tuplung peak company us and same time thick rhododendron forest and the magnificence of the Yalung Glacier make us joyful walk. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 7: Acclimatization and Rest — We intend to acclimatize the high altitude before get higher elevation. We have few options to explore around as short hiking, explore Yalung Glacier and day hike to a viewpoint for Kabaru and Rathong peaks. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 8: Cheram - Ramchaur (Ramche) (4,580m/15,026ft) 5 hours walk — We ascend for sometime to get the snout of the Yalung Glacier . We enjoy the views of several Himalayan peaks then we trek through a small settlement of Lapsang toward Ramche. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 9: Ramchaur (Ramche) - Yalung Base Camp (4500m), back to Cheram- 6 hours walk — We continue up the valley then follow a stream before climbing on the moraine top until confronted by Kanchenjunga’s southern face. Further ahead, glimpse of the Jannu Himal welcomes us. Visiting Oktang Monastery, we climb further up and reach the Yalung Base Camp. The views from the base camp are extraordinary. Kumbakarna (Jannu), Nyukla Lachung and other Himalayan peaks are close by. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 10: Cheram - Sele La (4290m/ 14,074ft) 6 hours walk — We cross four passes today beginning with Sinelapche Bhanjyang. After crossing the pass we continue to Mirgin La pass, Sinion La pass and Sele La pass. The prayer flags are strung across one of the steeper sections of the trail near to the Sele La pass. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 11: Sele La - Ghunsa (3,595/11,794) 5 hours walk — Today, we move towards the north with Tangbgharma Danda nearby. We walk steep climb through a chorten marked by prayer flags then walk down through rhododendron, birch and pine forests before reaching Ghunsa. It is a beautiful village of houses with dark and weathered pine walls and Buddhist prayer flags. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 12: Ghunsa - Kambachen (4,050m/13,287ft) 5 hours walk — We trek further north on the bank of river enjoying magnificent mountain scenery.Along the trail, we pass through meadows filled with beautiful wildflowers, then cross rhododendron and pine forests. We cross a bridge at Rampuk Kharka, continue past a waterfall and cross the tricky section of a landslide. Then begin to see the spectacular view of Mt. Jannu just before gettig Kambachen. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 13: Kambachen - Lhonak (4,780m/15,682ft) 5 hours walk — Today, We have a challenging day. The trail lead us through rocky fields and large boulders on the hillside along the riverbank before a waterfall. After crossing waterfall, then cross a bridge to Ramtang monastery then come across a landslide section which we must pass through at a steady pace before descending to the river and finally arriving at Lhonak. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 14: Lhonak- Kanchenjunga base camp, overnight at Pangpema (5,143/16,873ft) 4 hours walk — After breakfast, we walk alongside the gigantic Kanchenjunga Glacier. We descend towards the Kanchenjunga Base Camp after passing Pangpema. Mt. Kanchenjunga, Jannu Himal and other Himalayan peaks are extraordinary view from base camp. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 15: Pangpema - Lhonak (4780m./15774ft.) 6 hours walk — We trace back our steps to Lhonak. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 16: Lhonak - Ghunsa (3475m/11,400ft) 6 hours walk — We walk downhill all the way to Ghunsa via Kambache. Included meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 17: Ghunsa - Amjilosa (2,308m/7,572ft) 5 hours walk — We descend towards Phale. We pass through several Manes and a monastery nearby. We walk through Juniper forests and reach Phale then steady descent to Gyabla. We cross a bridge over Chhundatangka Khola to reach Gyabla. As we continue our trek, we see a waterfall nearby. We reach Amjilosa after crossing suspension bridge. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 18: Amjilosa - Chirwa (1,270m/4,166ft) 5 hours walk — Today , we pass a beautiful waterfall nearby then continue our trek and pass a small settlement of Solima before crossing a suspension bridge over Ghunsa Khola. We again cross another suspension bridge over Ghunsa Khola and reach Sukathum. We follow Tamor Nadi and pass through many beautiful villages alongside . Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 19: Chirwa - Phurumbu (1,549/5,082ft) 6 hours walk — As we desend, we notice higher density and lush vegetation. We pass through several villages before reaching Sinwa. Now, we continue our descent and cross a bridge over the Sisne Khola. We pass through another village and cross another suspension bridge this time over the Yaphre Khola to reach Phurumbu. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 20: Phurumbu - Suketar (2420m./7986ft.) 5 hours walk — After, we walk to Suketar, our trek ends today. We can take a much needed break after reaching Suketar. Meals included:Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 21: Suketar- Kathmandu fly — Fly to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. Meals included : Breakfast

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Kathmandu - Suketar (2,420m/7938ft) fly , Trek to Lalikharka (2265m/7,431ft) 3 hours walk — Early morning, We get flight to Suketar. The trail to Lalikharka is mostly passes through lush green forests. +