Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

Upon your Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. One of our Representative from Himalayan Sanctuary Adventure will be waiting for you outside the Terminal Gate holding your name to  welcome with Greeting in Nepali “Namaste ” and will be transferred to your respective hotel. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing (4 -6hr) D

You will visit the major world heritage sites and beautiful attractions around the valley throughout today.

Some of these might be:- Durbar Squares Three durbar squares in the valley representing the major cities of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Lalitpur (Patan) here resemble the rich history, art, and culture of the Kathmandu Valley. Among them, you will visit Patan Durbar Square.

• Patan Durbar Square

Patan Durbar Square is a fascinating combination of palace buildings, artistic courtyards, and graceful pagoda temples. The Krishna Mandir (Temple) from the 17^th century is a major attraction. The patanPatan museum contains bronze statues and other religious objects which has great significance. Durbar Square has both religious and cultural importance and the surroundings are artistically beautiful.

• Pashupatinath Temple:

The Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most significant Hindu temples in Asia with over 500 small and big shrines, Lingams, and temples in the temple complex.

• Boudhanath Stupa:

The largest stupa and center of Tibetan Buddhism that is in the Kathmandu valley. One of the best places to relax and take a hint of Buddhist culture is in Kathmandu. After the Sightseeing, we will drive you back to the hotel.

• Swayambhunath Temple:

Also known as the ‘Monkey Temple’, this is one of the oldest heritage sites in Nepal. From the top viewpoint, you will have an amazing view of the capital city “Kathmandu”.

Included Meals: Breakfast.

Day 03: Early morning flight to Bhadrapur and drive to Taplejung (1,820m/4,725ft),

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel to take you to domestic airport for thr flight to Bhadrapur after landing at the airport you will be driven to taplejung which takes us to get there around 8 hours.

Driving Distance: 249km/156miles, 8-9 hrs

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 04: Drive from Taplejung to Sekathum (1,575meters/5,168feet)

We take local sharing jeep to taplejung from sekathum. After getting there we will have time to explore villages of Nepali lifestyle and culture. If you would like to walk, you can visit Olanchung gola highway and Valley, which is another border for Tibet . Overnight stay at Tea House.

Driving Distance: 39kilometers/24miles

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 05: Trek Sekathum to Amjilosa (2,308m/7,570ft)5-7hrs

On this day you will follow the tricky trail through the suspension bridge, and dense forest and take uphill to the vertical trail. You will ascend the gorge and cross Solima village. Again you will take upward and downward momentum which will make you reach Amjilosa. Stay overnight in Tea House

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trekking Distance: 9km approx

Day 06: Trek Amjilosa to Gyabla(2,725m/8,940ft)4-6 hrs

leaving Amjilosa we will head to gyabla after breakfast in the morning, following the bank of Ghunsa Khola. We will walk through the forest track, and there is a rare chance that we can spot a red panda. Ambling along the trail, we can see the splendid view of the snow-capped mountains. After about four to five hours of walking, according to our pace, we will reach Gyabla/Kyapra village, where we stay for the night.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Distance: Distance: 7 km

Day 07: Trek Gyabla to Ghunsa(3,415m/11,188ft)4- 5hrs

After going downhill you will reach Phale where you can buy some souvenirs. Then, crossing the forest of pine and conifer will take you to the Sherpa village known as Ghunsa. Ghunsa is acknowledged as a hydroelectric plant. you will stay at Teahouse overnight

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 08: Acclimatization Day at Ghunsa(3,415m/11,188ft)

On this acclimatization day day we will request you stay energetic. It is good to carry out short strolls rather than staying idle, so we will take you to hike Laspsan La Monastery after that, you will return to the camp and have a rest

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 09: Trek Ghunsa to Khambachen (4,145m), 10km, 5-6hrs

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 10: Trek Khambachen to Lhonak (4,792m), 10km, 4-5hrs

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 11: Trek to Pangpema-Kanchenjunga North Base Camp (5143m) and return to Lhonak. (6-7 hrs trek)

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 12: Trek Lonak to Ghunsa (3415m) 5-6hrs

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 13: Trek Ghunsa to Sele Le base camp (4,290m/14,071ft) 6-7hrs

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 14: Trek Sele Le to Cheram (3,870 m/12,694ft) 6-7hrs

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 15: Trek Cheram (Tseram) to Ramche (4,580 m/15,022ft) and day hike to Oktang (Kanchenjunga South Base Camp) and hike down to Ramche , 7-8hrs

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 16: Trek Ramche to Tortong (2,995 m/9,824ft) 5-6hrs

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 17: Trek Tortong to Yamphudin (2,080 m/6,822ft) 6-7hrs

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 18: Trek Yamphudin to khebang (1,915m/6,283ft) 6-7hrs

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 19: Drive Khebang to Kanyam

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 20: Drive from Kanyam to Bhadrapur and flight to Kathmandu

Included Meal: Breakfast

Day 21: Departure Day

What  is Included

• Pick up and Drop
• 3 -star category hotel in Kathmandu including  Breakfast.
• Tea house/lodge including Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
• Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley(4 – 6hr)
• Twin-sharing accommodation in a guesthouse in Biratnagar including Breakfast
• Domestic flights (Kathmandu – Suketar – Kathmandu)
• English-speaking guide and porter ( 1 for 2 Trekker )
• Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food, and accommodation
• Himalayan Sanctuary Adventure Duffel Bag
• Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
• All necessary paperwork and trekking permits
• Cultural program with farewell dinner
• All government and local taxes

What is Excluded

• Nepalese visa fee
• International airfare to and from Kathmandu
• Excess baggage charges
• Travel and rescue insurance
• Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
• Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, Tea, Coffee, Wi-Fi, hot and Cold drinks, bar bills, battery recharge, hot shower, extra porters, etc.)
• Services not mentioned in the ‘What Is Included’ section
• Tips for guides and porters
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, or early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary

1. Duffel bag / Rucksack

Remember you may also need to leave some excess clothing or belongings back in Kathmandu (most hotels provide short-term storage for free) and a suitable, lockable suitcase is best.

2. Day bag pack

Remember that your porter will most likely not travel at the same pace as you. So while Trekking in Kanchenjunga a small day bag pack is recommended for the comfortable pack to carry your valuables like passport, money, medicine, sunscreen, etc.

3. Down jacket

Down jackets are invaluable while traveling in high alpine areas. Make sure that the jacket will keep you warm down to minus 10-15 degrees Celsius.

4. Sleeping bag

Especially during peak season, there is a shortage of blankets so a good sleeping bag is a wise decision. A good down bag rated to minus 15-20 degrees Celsius is a wise decision during your Kanchenjunga Trek.

5. Head

• Sun hat,
• Warm fleece hat,
• Sunscreen,
• Sunglasses

6. Hand

• Light gloves,
• Thick warm gloves,
• Waterproof outer gloves.

7. Feet

The most vital part of the body you need to take care of when trekking is your feet. Unless you are mountaineering, heavy, double, plastic boots are not necessary. Comfort and lightweight, with good ankle support, are best. Make sure you bring a pair of camp shoes as well to wear around camp and in teahouses. With socks try and bring lightweight inner socks and thicker woolen outer socks. Don’t forget to bring extra laces as well.

8. The upper part of the body from hip

• A couple of T-shirts
• Lightweight thermals
• Fleece jacket
• Wind-stopper jacket
• Down jacket
• Waterproof jacket

9. The lower part of the body from hip

• Hiking shorts
• Fleece or woolen thermal pants
• Waterproof shell pants
• Undergarments and inner thermal lightweight one
• Lightweight hiking pants

10. Toiletries

• Toilet paper
• A toothbrush as well as a paste
• Small towel
• Multipurpose soap for both body and clothes
• Nail scissors, small mirror, and shaving equipment

11. Personal hygiene

• Wet wipes
• Normal dry tissue roll
• Anti-bacterial handwash

12.  Extra/Luxury

For  Camping  Trekking, During the spare time around the camp at night, or in tea houses, and on acclimatization days some extra luxury items are worthwhile.

• Binoculars
• Novels & other books (Kindle)
• Trail map and Guide Book
• Indoor games like a deck of cards, chess, or others
• Diary and pen
• Laptop/Tablets/I-pad

Apart from the basic checklist above

• Headlamp with extra batteries
• Small combination lock for bag-pack
• Basic first aid kit
• Trekking poles (get ones with anti-shock)
• Water bottle or camel pouch as convenient

• Can I obtain a visa for Nepal on arrival at the airport?

Yes, 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 30 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, a Tourist  Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying USD 50 and 125 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport-size photos.)

• What immunizations will I need ?

No vaccinations are compulsory in the Himalayas, but we do recommend you are covered for diphtheria TB, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, Malaria, typhoid, polio, and tetanus. We also recommend: A dental check-up before traveling. That you know your blood group in case of emergency. If  you have any pre-existing medical conditions which might affect you on tour, you make these known to your tour leader

• What type of shape do I need to be in, is this trip for me?

This is a strenuous trek in the Himalayas. You need good stamina for a long day effort while crossing the high passes in this trek. Any person suffering from a pre-existing medical condition or disease must seek medical advice before considering any trek. Whilst on the trek, it is common to experience some discomfort before being fully acclimatized. To prepare for a strenuous trek you should begin training at least three to four months before your departure. As a guideline, an hour of aerobic exercise three to four times per week would be considered a minimum requirement. The best preparation is bush-walking involving relatively steep ascents and descents. If you can manage a couple of valley floor to ridge-line ascents per comfortable and able to enjoy the trek to the fullest. They are physically strong, sharp-witted, and have an incredibly positive attitude toward a life that we would consider extremely tough.

• Will somebody come to pick me up at the airport upon my arrival ?

Yes, our airport representative will be there to greet you at the airport. They will be displaying your name outside the international airport terminal. Upon arrival, you will then be transferred to your hotel overnight.

• What sort of accommodation can I expect in Kathmandu and trekking ?

We use standard rooms at two or three-star hotels in Kathmandu including breakfast. We will offer guesthouse accommodation in Biratnagar. Along the trekking routes, we provide the best possible camping service complete with comfortable two-person tents with good mattresses. A kitchen, dining, shower, toilet tents, and chairs with tables are also provided. Refer to the equipment list for items you will need to bring. We usually camp in or near a village, which allows you to buy sweets and drinks, which we do not carry with us. You will also get a small bucket of hot water each morning in your tent for a quick scrub-up.

• What sort of food can I expect in trekking ?

There are a whole lot of good restaurants in Kathmandu where you can find any delight of your choice. During your stay in Kathmandu, please note that this package doesn’t include any meals. During the camping, our expert camping cook can prepare normal and special meals upon request. There is a wider variety of food available, including Western-style food, and you may request to eat at any point of the day. The camping price includes an all-you-can-eat food service.

• What mode of transportation do you use ?

Himalayan Sanctuary Adventure is all about providing you with local insights, lifestyle as well as adventure. Depending on the nature of the travel, the transportation to and from the destination varies from domestic flights to vehicular transportation to even piggyback rides on mules and yaks. We provide you only with those options. We use private tourist vehicles for sightseeing, city tours, and pickups.

• What is the best season for this trekking ?

Our trekking season extends from mid-September to May. From early September the monsoonal rains decrease. By the end of September to December, the weather is usually stable with mild to warm days, and cold nights. March, April, May, October, and November are the best time to do this trek.

• What is the weather & temperature like in trekking ?

One of the most unpredictable elements of the Kanchenjunga region is the weather. If you’re not properly prepared for the twists, turns, and volatility of the conditions that can occur in this breathtaking region, you might find yourself in an uncomfortable and unpleasant situation. During the day, the thermometer could reach temps as high as 25 degrees C (77 Degrees F), only to dip down as low as -20 degrees C (-4 Degrees F) in less than 24 hours. While there’s no way to know exactly what each day in the mountains will bring, the weather and temperature ranges tend to be somewhat predictable based on the month and season.

• Spring – March / April / May / June

Spring happens to be one of the best times of the year to visit the Kanchenjunga region, although because of this, it can become somewhat crowded. The beautiful clear blue sky can be seen and the many different species of flowers are visible at the lower altitude. During springtime, the average temperature is 20 degrees C (68 Degrees F), with a maximum of 25 degrees C (77 Degrees F), during sunny days and a minimum of -15 degrees C (5 Degrees F), in the morning and at night for areas above 4000 meters.

• July / August Through Mid-September is Monsoon Season

This season is not recommended to travel as it rains in the lower altitudes, below 3500 meters. In areas above 4000 meters, it rains sometimes and although it is also sometimes dry, very few people travel during this season. There are positive sides to trekking during the monsoon months as the excess rainfall can provide ample chance to see spectacular views of the waterfall and it’s also the best season to avoid crowds. During springtime, the average temperature is 22 degrees C (71.6 Degrees F), with a maximum of 30 degrees C (86 Degrees F), during sunny days and a minimum of -5 degrees C (23 Degrees F), in the morning and at night for areas above 4000 meters.

• Autumn – End of September / October / November

Similar to springtime, autumn in the Kanchenjunga region is also a crowded season, but it’s one of the best times to trek.  The average temperature during the fall is 17 degrees C (62.6 Degrees F), with a maximum temp of 20 degrees C (68 Degrees F), during sunny days and a minimum of -15 degrees C (5 Degrees F), in the morning and night, for areas above 4000 meters altitude.

• Winter- December/ January/ February

Winter starts from mid-December till mid-February. The average temperature during the winter is 10 degrees C (50 Degrees F), with a maximum temp of 17 degrees C (62.6 Degrees F), during sunny days and a minimum of -20 degrees C (-4 Degrees F), in the morning and night, for areas above 4000 meters altitude.

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