Mt.Kanchanjunga Expedition (8,586m)
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Churen Himal Treks & Expedition
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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The other name of Kangchenjunga is Kangche Dzo-nga, Kachedzonga, and Kangchanfanga. It located in Himalaya, Sikkim Nepal. At longitude 27º 42′ North and 88º 08′ East. The best seasons for climbing is in April, May (pre-monsoon) and September, October (post monsoon). Mt. Kangchenjunga is the third highest mountain of the world, which means “The Five Treasures of Snows”. This mountain contains five peaks of which four of them are over 8,450 meters from the sea-level located at longitude 27º 42′ North and 88º 08′ East in the eastern part of Nepal. The treasures represent the 5 repositories of God i.e. Gold, Silver, Gems, Grain and Holy Books. It is called Sewalungma in the local Limbu language and is considered as sacred in the Kirant religion. Three of the five peaks (main, central and south) are on the border of North Sikkim district of Sikkim, India and Taplejung District of Nepal, while the other two are completely in Taplejung District. The sanctuary is homeland to the Red Panda and other montane animals, birds and plants. Until 1852, Kangchenjunga was assumed to be the highest mountain in the world, but calculations made by the British Great Trigonometric Survey in 1849 came to the conclusion that Mount Everest (known as Peak XV at the time) was the highest peak of the world. Mt. Kangchenjunga the third-highest peak was first climbed on May 25, 1955 by Joe Brown and George Band of a British expedition. The British expedition honored the beliefs of the Sikkimese, who hold the summit sacred, by stopping a few feet short of the actual summit. Most successful summit parties since then have followed this tradition. The best seasons for climbing is in April, May (pre-monsoon) and September, October (post monsoon).
Journey at a glance
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel and welcome dinner at evening — Arrival Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel and welcome dinner at evening Day 02: Checking the equipment & packing, introduction between our staffs and members concerning how do communicate each other — Checking the equipment & packing, introduction between our staffs and members concerning how do communicate each other Day 03: Official working in Minister of Tourism & briefing — Official working in Minister of Tourism & briefing Day 04: Drive to Phedim (1311m). — Drive to Phedim (1311m). Day 05: Stay in Phedim for arrangement of porters. — Stay in Phedim for arrangement of porters. Day 06: Trek to Panchami (6h-1600m). — Trek to Panchami (6h-1600m). Day 07: Trek to Doban (6h-1200m). — Trek to Doban (6h-1200m). Day 08: Trek to Khewang (6h-1500m). — Trek to Khewang (6h-1500m). Day 09: Trek to Yamphudin (6h-1670m). — Trek to Yamphudin (6h-1670m). Day 10: Trek to Amje Khola (4m-2500m). — Trek to Amje Khola (4m-2500m). Day 11: Trek to Toronto (6h-3500m). — Trek to Toronto (6h-3500m). Day 12: Trek to Tseram (5h-3770m) — Trek to Tseram (5h-3770m) Day 13: Trek to Ramje (5h-4500m). — Trek to Ramje (5h-4500m). Day 14: Trek to Glacier Camp (5100m). — Trek to Glacier Camp (5100m). Day 15: Kachenjunga Base Camp (5600m). — Kachenjunga Base Camp (5600m). Day 16-18: Base Camp. — Base Camp. Day 19-52: Climbing Period of Kanchanjunga Expedition — Climbing Period. Day 53: Cleaning up Base Camp. — Cleaning up Base Camp. Day 54: Trek to Ramje. — Trek to Ramje. Day 55: Trek to Amje Khola. — Trek to Amje Khola. Day 56: Trek to Yamphudin. — Trek to Yamphudin. Day 57: Trek to Khewang. — Trek to Khewang. Day 58: Trek to Panchami. — Trek to Panchami. Day 59: Trek to Ghopetar. — Trek to Ghopetar. Day 60: Bus Ghoptetar/Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. — Bus Ghoptetar/Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. Day 61-62: Kathmandu. — Kathmandu. Day 63: Final Departure — Departure
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 10Trek to Amje Khola (4m-2500m). — Trek to Amje Khola (4m-2500m).
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Day 11Trek to Toronto (6h-3500m). — Trek to Toronto (6h-3500m).
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Day 12Trek to Tseram (5h-3770m) — Trek to Tseram (5h-3770m)
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Day 13Trek to Ramje (5h-4500m). — Trek to Ramje (5h-4500m).
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Day 14Trek to Glacier Camp (5100m). — Trek to Glacier Camp (5100m).
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Day 15Kachenjunga Base Camp (5600m). — Kachenjunga Base Camp (5600m).
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Day 1618: Base Camp. — Base Camp.
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Day 1952: Climbing Period of Kanchanjunga Expedition — Climbing Period.
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Day 53Cleaning up Base Camp. — Cleaning up Base Camp.
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Day 54Trek to Ramje. — Trek to Ramje.
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Day 55Trek to Amje Khola. — Trek to Amje Khola.
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Day 56Trek to Yamphudin. — Trek to Yamphudin.
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Day 57Trek to Khewang. — Trek to Khewang.
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Day 58Trek to Panchami. — Trek to Panchami.
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Day 59Trek to Ghopetar. — Trek to Ghopetar.
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Day 60Bus Ghoptetar/Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. — Bus Ghoptetar/Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
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Day 6162: Kathmandu. — Kathmandu.
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Day 63Final Departure — Departure
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What's included in your experience
Included
- Price Includes:
- 5 Nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu on BB Plan (Bed & Breakfast)
- Climbing permit fee of Kanchanjunga Expedition
- Staff: Base camp Guide, Cook, Cook helper and porters
- Porters/Yak from Phedim to Base camp & Base camp to Kathmandu
- Equipment allowance, daily allowance for Liaison officer, expedition crew and flight tickets
- Transportation: Kathmandu to Phedim and Ghopetari to Kathmandu
- Insurance and Helicopter rescue for Nepalese expedition crew.
- 1:1 climbing Sherpa
- 1 tent for 2 person for Expedition
- Mat, dining tent, Toilet tent, Mess tent, Store tent, Table and chairs trekking for the expedition
- Local transportation in Kathmandu (Airport-hotel-airport)
- Makalu Conversion Area Project (MCAP) entrance fees
- Emergency Oxygen -Mask and regulator, Satellite Phone (call basis), Gas heater and Generator
- Agency service charge
Not included
- Price Excludes:
- 1: Nepal entry visa fee
- 2: International airfare
- 3: Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visit as per the itinerary
- 4: Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara (except farewell dinner)
- 5: Rescues, repatriation, medicines, medical tests and hospitalization expenses
- 6: phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, mineral water and hot shower
- 7: Items of personal nature, laundry expenses, tips
- 8: Clothing packing items or bags, personal medical kit
- 9: Personal equipment for climbing & trekking( Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags)
- 10: Any additional staff other than specified
- 11:Tips and Gratitude.
- 12:In case of natural calamities i.e. political unrest, cancellation of flight due to weather, landslides etc the extra charge should be born by themselves.
- 13:Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa and staffs’ tip (US$500 to US$1,000)
- 14:Personal expenses
Essential trip information
Before you go
Equipment List: Climbing Gear Helmet: Must be able to fit over your ski hat Alpine Ice Axe: General mountaineering tool (65-70cm) Crampons: 12 points Ascender: 1 right or left-hand ascender A mountaineering harness, with adjustable leg loops Carabiners: 3 lockings and 6 regular* Rappel device: ATC or figure 8* Clothing Footwear: Mountaineering boots: suitable for above 8000m; Scarpa phantom 8000 or equivalent (This is because we can work under extreme weather conditions and also preparing you for your ultimate goal to climb Everest) Hiking shoes for the trek to base camp. Booties: Optional, down is best. Bridgedale Summit socks or equivalent: 6 pairs Bridgedale Liner socks or equivalent: 3 pairs Body Layers: 2 merino base layers: top and bottom 1 mid-layer top: breathable Underwear Lightweight Nylon Pants: 1 pair Soft Shell jacket with hoody: To be worn over other layers Soft Shell Pants: Very breathable and water repellent Hard Shell Jacket with hood: A waterproof and breathable shell jacket Hard Shell Pants: Waterproof and breathable shell pants Insulated Down Jacket with hood: (fill power 800) or equivalent to Rab’s Electron Jacket. We primarily wear this when climbing below Camp 3 Insulated synthetic Pants: Worn primarily when climbing below Camp 2 Long jones equivalent to Rab’s Polartec or equivalent: 2 pairs Summit Down Suit Headgear and Handwear: Warm Hat: Synthetic or wool hat (ski hat) Sunhat: To shade your face/neck from the sun on a hot day Buff: To protect your neck/face from the sun Glacier glasses: Full protection with side covers or wrap around Ski goggles: To be worn on summit day in the event of high winds Lightweight synthetic liner gloves: For wearing on a hot day; 2 pairs Softshell gloves: To wear for moderate cold/wind Shell glove with insulated liner: To wear for severe cold / strong wind Expedition Mitts Personal Gear: Expedition Backpack: 65L pack should be large enough. Trekking Backpack: To carry on the trek to base camp. Simple and light. Sleeping Bag (for high camps): Rated to at least -40°F. Goose down or synthetic. Sleeping Bag (for base camp): rated to at least -20°F Compression stuff sacks: 3 large ones; for reducing the volume of the sleeping bag, down parka, etc., in your pack High-Quality sleeping pad (1 for base camp and 1 for high camps): Full length is preferred Closed-cell foam pad: To be used in conjunction with the inflating pad for warmth and comfort when sleeping Trekking poles with snow baskets: Adjustable poles Cup: Plastic insulated cup for drinking Bowl: A plastic bowl for eating dinner or breakfast Spoon: Plastic spoon Head torch: 1 normal for base camp and 1 with remote battery systems for climbing at night. This will be used whilst climbing at night Sunscreen: SPF 50 or above Lip balm with sunblock Water bottles: 2 wide mouth bottles with a 1-litre capacity Water bottle parkas (2): fully insulated with zip opening Thermos: 1 litre (buy a good one to keep your water warm for longer hours) Pee bottle: 1-litre minimum bottle for convenience at night in the tent Toiletry bag: Include toilet paper and hand sanitizer and a small towel Hand warmers & toe warmers Penknife or multi-tool (optional) Camera: bring extra batteries and memory cards. Personal solar charging system (optional but recommended) Travel Clothes: For days in-country Duffel bags (2) with locks: To transport equipment Base Camp Items: Kindle, I pad, smartphone, etc Snack food: Please bring a few days of your favourite climbing snack food such as bars, gels, nuts, beef jerky, etc. A variety of salty and sweet is good Small personal first aid kit: Include athletic tape, Band-Aid’s, Ibuprofen, blister care***, personal medications, etc Medications and Prescriptions: Bring antibiotics (Azithromycin, etc.), and altitude medicine such as Diamox and dexamethasone
Fitness & eligibility
2
Meeting point
Kathmandu
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