Kanchanjunga Region

Literally the kanchenjunga means crystal clear in nepali while geographically the kanchenjunga mountain is the second tallest in Nepal and the third tallest in the world after the Mt. Everest of Nepal and the k2 of Pakistan.

The whole trekking areas in this region stretches through and around Arun River Whose origin dates back to prehistoric period. The arun valley is one of the most beautiful regions to trek in Nepal. Traveling around this part also gives an opportunity to enjoy and experience the traditional culture of rai and limbu, athe native locals of this area. Trekking in this area is an adventure that is full of enthusiasm excitement and above all, an unforgettable life experienceThis route was opened to the trekkers in 1988, though people have trekked in the area in connection with mounaineering expedition since the turn of the century.
Kanchenjunga is a long way from Kathmandu and the nearest road and airports are a long way from the mountains. Our long trek here climbs from the intensively cultivated hillsides of the Nepal Midlands, populated by the Rai and Limbu tribes, towards the peaks of Jannu and Khabru and the great wall of Kumbakarna, Kanchenjunga and Rathong, passing on the way through some of the finest high mountain scenery anywhere. Until very recently this was a restricted area, so this is an ideal trek for those who already know Nepal and want to get away from the better known areas and visit a remote part where few foreigners have penetrated.



01. Kanchangunja Base Camp trek(Tea House/Tented)

Itinerary :

Day 01 : Fly Kathmandu to Bhadrapur/ overnight
Day 02 : Drive to Phungling, 10 hours/Overnight in Hotel
Day 03 : Trek  4/5 hours to Mitlung
Day 04 : Trek 5/6 hours to Chiruwa
Day 05 : Trek 5/6 hours to Syakathum
Day 06 : Trek 5/6 hours to Amjilasha
Day 07 : Trek 5/6 hours to Gyabla
Day 08 : Trek 5/6 hours to Gunsa
Day 09 : Day rest for acclimatize
Day 10 : Trek 5/6 hours to Khambachen, 3800
Day 11 : Trek 4/5 hours to Lo Nak 4200m
Day 12 : Trek  Pangpema  5200m(Kanchanjunga base camp) and Back to Lo Nak total trek 6/7 hours
Day 13 ; Trek 6/7 hours to Gunsa
Day 14 : Trek back 5/6 hours  to Gyabla
Day 15 : Trek back 6/7 hours to Syakathum
Day 16 : Trek back 5/6 hours to Chiruwa
Day 17 : Trek back 8/9 hours to Taplegunj Bazar
Day 18 : Drive back to Bhadrapur 10/12 hours
Day 19 ; Fly back to Kathmandu.


02. Round Kanchanjunga (25 days)

Itinerary :

Day 01 : Fly Kathmandu to Bhadrapur/ overnight Birtamord guest house
Day 02 : Drive to Phungling,Taplejung 10 hours/Overnight in Hotel
Day 03 : Trek  4/5 hours to Mitlung
Day 04 : Trek 5/6 hours to Chiruwa
Day 05 : Trek 5/6 hours to Syakathum( Tent)
Day 06 : Trek 5/6 hours to Amjilasha
Day 07 : Trek 5/6 hours to Gyabla(Tent)
Day 08 : Trek 5/6 hours to Gunsa
Day 09 : Day rest for acclimatize
Day 10 : Trek 5/6 hours to Khambachen, 3800(Tent)
Day 11 : Trek 4/5 hours to Lo Nak 4200m(Tent)
Day 12 : Trek  Pangpema  5200m(Kanchanjunga base camp) and Back to Lo Nak total trek 6/7 hours(Tent)
Day 13 ; Trek 6/7 hours to Gunsa
Day 14 : Trek  5/6 hours  to Selele Kharka( Tent)
Day 15 : Trek 8/9 hours to Cheram
Day 16 : Trek 6/7 hours to Ramche(Tent)
Day 17 : Trek  to Octang  and back to Cheram/ Total 8/9 hours
Day 18 : Trek back to Torangden 7/8 hours
Day 19 ; Trek back 7/8 hours to Bhote gau
Day 20 : Trek back 5/6 hours to Phumpe(Tent)
Day 21 : Trek back 5/6 hours to Kande bhanjyang(Tent)
Day 22 : Trek back 5/6 hours to Lalikharka(Tent)
Day 23 : Trek back 5/6 hours to Phungling Taplejung
Day 24:  Drive back to Bhadrapur 10hrs drive
Day 25: Bhardrapur Fly back to Kathmandu.


03. Kanchanjunga /phidim trek (Camping Trek)

Itinerary :

Day 01 : Kathmandu – Dharan (428m.) Travel by bus.
Day 02 : Dharan - Dhankuta (1158m.)- Hille(1822m.)-Basantpur
Day 03 : Rest Day at Basantapur For Getting Prepared For the Trek
Day 04 : Trek Basantpur –Chauki(2400m)
Day 05 : Trek Chauki –Gupha Pokhari (2940m.)Gurja Gaon (2145m.)
Day 06 : Trek Gurja Gaon –Mitlung (1160m)
Day 07 : Trek Mitlung –Chirwa (1171m.)
Day 08 : Trek Chirwa-Sekathum (1635m.)
Day 09 : Trek Sekathum –Forest Camp Before Torton (2600m)
Day 10 : Trek Torton – Walangchun Gola (3050m)
Day 11 : Stay at Walangchun Gola and Explore the area.
Day 12 : Another Free Day For exploring the area
Day 13 : Trek Walanchun Gola –Nango la (4500m)
Day 14 : Trek Nango La Phedi – nanglo la Phedi (4802m)- ghunsa (3468)
Day 15 : Trek Ghunsa – Mirgin La (4583m)
Day 16 : Trek Mirgin La – Tseram (3725m)
Day 17 : Trek Tseram _chittre(2250m)
Day 18 : Trek Chittre_Yamphudin(2090m)-memankhe(1650m)
Day 19 : Trek Meamkhe- Tellok(960m)-Tharpu (990m)
Day 20 : Trek Tharpu –Gopetar (2050m)
Day 21 : Drive Gopetar- Phidim (1264m)IIam(1229m.)
Day 22 : Drive IIam – Birtamod(85m)
Day 23 :Drive from Birtamod to Kathmandu By or Fly Bhadrapur to Kathmandu.

04.Walangchun Gola (Camping Trek)

Itinerary :

Day 01: Kathmandu – Dharan (428m.) Travel by bus.
Day 02 : Dharan - Dhankuta (1158m.)- Hille(1822m.)-Basantpur
Day 03 : Rest Day at Basantapur For Getting Prepared For the Trek
Day 04 : Trek Basantpur –Chauki(2400m)
Day 05 : Trek Chauki –Gupha Pokhari (2940m.)Gurja Gaon (2145m.)
Day 06 : Trek Gurja Gaon –Mitlung (1160m)
Day 07 : Trek Mitlung –Chirwa (1171m.)
Day 08 : Trek Chirwa-Sekathum (1635m.)
Day 09 : Trek Sekathum –Forest Camp Before Torton (2600m)
Day 10 : Trek Torton – Walangchun Gola (3050m)
Day 11 : Stay at Walangchun Gola and Explore the area.
Day 12 : Another Free Day For exploring the area
Day 13 : Trek Walanchun Gola –Nango la (4500m)
Day 14 : Trek Nango La Phedi – nanglo la Phedi (4802m)- ghunsa (3468)
Day 15 : Trek Ghunsa – Mirgin La (4583m)
Day 16 : Trek Mirgin La – Tseram (3725m)
Day 17 : Trek Tseram _chittre(2250m)
Day 18 : Trek Chittre_Yamphudin(2090m)-memankhe(1650m)
Day 19 : Trek Meamkhe- Tellok(960m)-Tharpu (990m)
Day 20 : Trek Tharpu –Gopetar (2050m)
Day 21 : Drive Gopetar- Phidim (1264m)IIam(1229m.)
Day 22 : Drive IIam – Birtamod(85m)
Day 23 :Drive from Birtamod to Kathmandu By or Fly Bhadrapur to Kathmandu

 

Personal Equipment List


Backpack
Trekking Boots/ shoes
Socks
Down Jacket (can be rented)
Shorts
Fleece Pant / Jacket
Flashlight (extra batteries)
Shirt/T-Shirt
Trekking polls (optional)
Sun Hat / Visor
Gloves
Sun Screen
Sunglasses (UV protected. Imperative to have quality eye wear)
Waterproof Jacket
Wool- fleece / Hat with ear protection
Water Treatment
Small First Aid


Pre-departure information and trekking tips

Insurance: Expedition members are responsible for having their own travel insurance including helicopter evacuation.
Age: Age is an attitude not a problem, but we do require that group members be at least 18 years old.
Vaccination: Nepal has no official vaccination requirements for entry. However we recommend that you visit a doctor for the latest recommendations and protect yourself accordingly.
Visa: Visa can be obtained at Tribhuvan International Airport upon arrival. You will need 2 passport size photographs.