Adventure are Beyong the Boundaries
Paknajol Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu
Snow Bank Adventure Pvt Ltd

Kanchenjunga North Base Camp – 23 Days

  • Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu/Tea House during Trek
  • Max Height: Pangpema/Kanchenjunga North Base Camp (5,388 m/17,
  • Best Season: Spring and Autumn
  • Trip Grade: Difficulte
  • Trip Duration: 20 Days
  • Transportation: Bus, Car & Flight
  • Activities: Trekking
  • Start/End Point: Bhadrapur to Bhadrapur

Trip Overview

Kanchenjunga Trekking in Nepal is off the beaten and tranquil. It is still untainted and has numerous wilderness adventure possibilities. It is also the first phase of the Great Himalayan Trail trekking in Nepal as well.

British climber Pete Boardman stated back in 1979 that walking in the vicinity of Mt. Kanchenjunga which is the world’s third tallest mountain is the best ever moment of his life. It is undoubtedly the best walking place on earth. The word Kanchenjunga means Clear Mountain. In the Tibetan language, it refers to 5 fortunes of snow.

Locals worship mountains with the expectation of getting fortunes like gold, silver, gems, grain, and Holy Scriptures depicting the five independent summits of the Kanchenjunga Himalayan range. Kanchenjunga Trekking voyage of the wonderful eastern region of Nepal is billed as perfect off the beaten path full of unknown and unexcavated factors of Himalayan walking detour.

Loftily standing at a whopping 8586 m in height Mt. Kanchenjunga is the pride of eastern Nepal and Sikkim the northeastern state of India. Earlier only mountaineering activities were permitted but after 1980 trekking trail was also opened for trekkers.

A trekking guide and reliable trekking agency in Nepal are a must to take before heading for this restricted region trekking in Nepal. Solo traveling is not permitted in this trekking region of Nepal. The summits of the Kanchenjunga mountain range resemble that of a ship sailing in a large ocean.

Staggering limitless is the word proposed by Douglas Freshfield about Kanchenjunga Trekking when he visited in 1855. There are numerous ways to explore this region. You can stroll around Kanchenjunga south, north, and circuit as well. However, it is up to you to decide which trail to follow.

All of these routes are intended to endow the best view of the world’s third-tallest mountain.  Feel the remote region of Nepal and experience the great wilderness adventure. Grinning Tibetans, diversified woods terraced farmlands, and multiethnic people’s community will make your trip worthwhile.

Kanchenjunga Trekking is a request trekking route. Because of its remoteness and high elevation for enormous safety dedicated trekking guide is highly recommended.

Dare to book this trek which lies within the Great Himalayan Trail. Our services and hospitality are beyond doubt. Snow Bank Adventure will always promote off-the-beaten paths. Our strong belief in these alternative destinations will make your trip hassle-free and informative.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing

Day 03: Kathmandu – Bhadrapur (72m/2,40ft) – Ilam (3,640m/11,340ft) – Phidim(1,270m/4,180ft) 45 minutes flight, 5-6 hrs drive for 55 km

Day 04: Phidim – Taplejung (1,440m/4,720ft) 7-8hrs drive for 95 km

Day 05: Taplejung – Mitlung (920m/3,017ft) Duration: 3-4 hrs

Day 06: Mitlung – Chirwa (1,270 m/4,166 ft) Duration: 5-6 hrs

Day 07: Chirwa – Sukathum (1,576 m/5,169 ft) Duration: 5-6 hrs

Day 08: Sukathum – Amjilosa (2,308 m/7,570 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

Day 09: Amjilosa – Gyabla (2,730 m/8,954 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

Day 10: Gyabla – Ghunsa (3,595 m/11,792 ft) Duration: 5-6 hrs

Day 11: Acclimatization day at Ghunsa

Day 12: Ghunsa to Kambachen (4,050 m/13,284 ft) Duration: 5-6 hrs

Day 13: Kambachen – Lhonak (4,780 m/15,678 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

Day 14: Lhonak – Pangpema/Kanchenjunga North Base Camp (5388 m/17,673 ft) – Lhonak (4,780 m/15,678 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

Day 15: Lhonak – Kambachen (4,050 m/13,284 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

Day 16: Kambachen – Ghunsa (3,595 m/11,792 ft) – Phale (3,140m/10,302ft)Duration: 5-6 hrs

Day 17: Phale to Amjilosa (2,140 m/7,100 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

Day 18: Amjilosa to Chirwa(1,190 m/3,900 ft) Duration: 5-6 hrs

Day 19: Chirwa to Mitlung (920m/3,017ft) Duration: 4-5 hrs

Day 20: Mitlung (920m/3,017ft) to Taplejung (1,820m/5,969ft) Duration: 4-5 hrs

Day 21: Taplejung to Illam(3,640m/11,939ft) 7-8 hrs drive

Day 22: Illam – Bhadrapur (72m/240ft) 2-3 hrs drive for 55 km – Kathmandu(1,300m/4,260ft) 45 minutes flight

Day 23: Final Departure

Details Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

Subsequent to arriving in Kathmandu, a delegate from Snow Bank Adventure will pick you up and take you to your hotel. At night, there will be an appreciated supper hosted by Snow Bank Adventure.

  • Accomodation: Over night at Hotel
  • Meals: D

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing

After breakfast, we start our voyage through four astonishing UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These incorporate the compositionally rich Durbar Square, the hallowed Hindu sanctuary of Pashupati Nath, the fascinating ‘Monkey Temple’ (Swayambunath), and Bauddha Nath Stupa which is probably the most enthralling stupa on the planet.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B

Day 03: Kathmandu – Bhadrapur (72m/2,40ft) – Ilam (3,640m/11,340ft) – Phidim(1,270m/4,180ft) 45 minutes flight, 5-6 hrs drive for 55 km

We take an early flight to Bhadrapur, It is a long-distance domestic flight of Nepal to connect the southeast part of the country. In the wake of arriving at the Bhadrapur air terminal, we drive to Phidim (5-6 hours) along the Mechi Highway. The journey stops at the beautiful place Ilam for lunch. After lunch, we continue to drive on a gravel road crossing so many zigzags up and down to the destination of the day, Phidim. Overnight at Phidim.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 04: Phidim – Taplejung (1,440m/4,720ft) 7-8hrs drive for 95 km

After breakfast, the day also starts early in the morning for the long drive on the snake road up to Nagi. Then we head to Kabeli drive through the new road and a crossroad which goes to Taplejung. Overnight at Taplejung, breakfast, lunch, and Dinner Included

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 05: Taplejung – Mitlung (920m/3,017ft) Duration: 3-4 hrs

After breakfast, we will begin our trek to Mitlung. You won’t walk numerous miles on the first day’s trek. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 06: Mitlung – Chirwa (1,270 m/4,166 ft) Duration: 5-6 hrs

The trail climbs and slips reliably as we advance towards the town of Sinwa. We continue trekking downhill until we accomplish Tawa. At Tawa, we ascend to a couple of statures and cross the suspension associate at Thiwa. We pass a magnificent rural scene in transit and accomplish Chirwa, an amazing Limbu town with a couple of lodgings, bistros, etc. We go through the night at Chirwa. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 07: Chirwa – Sukathum (1,576 m/5,169 ft) Duration: 5-6 hrs

The trek from Chirwa to Sukathum experiences moved scenes, for instance, cardamom fields and thick timberlands. We trek extremely for sooner or later at that point drop to the sumptuous green fields underneath and continue trekking along the Tamor River experiencing thick woodlands. It’s both an extreme and downhill trek until crossing point the Ghunsa River after which we accomplish Sukathum and go through the night there. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 08: Sukathum – Amjilosa (2,308 m/7,570 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

Trekking from Sukathum to Amjilosa is trying. Resulting in the convergence of the suspension interface outside Sukathum we enter thick woods, climb the unsafe trail, dive and cross the stream yet again. We in like manner climb an abyss from the base and pass by Solima town and slide again to the degree of the stream. Everything considered this present day’s trekking is to some degree exceptional. Along these lines, it is reasonable to be especially vigilant while walking the trail that passes the precipice. We later take after a dubious trail that goes both extreme and downhill until accomplishing Amjilosa where we go through the night. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 09: Amjilosa – Gyabla (2,730 m/8,954 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

We start trekking from the stream bank, experience thick woods of bamboo, fir, and rhododendrons definitely accomplishing a little stone house by the conduit. We at that point climb an intense crossing point a few little expansions on the way. Here, we find the opportunity to value the association of amazing cascades that start from the mountains. After one more short intense walk, we accomplish the Tibetan settlement to Gyabla. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 10: Gyabla – Ghunsa (3,595 m/11,792 ft) Duration: 5-6 hrs

We plunge down the stream and notice the valley as it steps by step opens up before accomplishing Phale, a Tibetan uprooted individual settlement where it is possible to purchase created works and specially designed mats from neighborhood individuals. In the wake of getting two or three mementos, we experience conifer and pine woodlands and accomplish the Sherpa town of Ghunsa where we go through the night. This spot is known for its hydroelectricity plant and the manner in which that in excess of 20 unquestionable conservatives met a deplorable end in a helicopter crash. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 11: Acclimatization day at Ghunsa

We take care to contribute vitality acclimatizing around Ghunsa before continuing with our following day’s trek. We recommend you to stay dynamic even on a rest day as it is better than being dormant while on a trekking adventure. As such, we take a short move towards the Laspsan La religious network through the luxurious green forest. Come back to Ghunsa before dinnertime and loosen up. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 12: Ghunsa to Kambachen (4,050 m/13,284 ft) Duration: 5-6 hrs

From Ghunsa we trek advance north along the conduit bank which presents us with a fantastic mountain see. We experience glades full of superb wildflowers, rhododendron, and pine woods. We cross a framework at Rampuk Kharka, continue past the cascade, and cross the unstable region of the torrential slide. Ensuing to crossing point the torrential slide an area we begin to see the explosive viewpoint of Mt. Jannu. Moreover examining and taking care of the unstable mountain trail we finally get in contact at Kambachen and go through the night. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 13: Kambachen – Lhonak (4,780 m/15,678 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

Today will be another trying day and a strong beginning is required. We trek through harsh fields and immense stones on the incline along the riverbank and land at a cascade. We at that point cross an expansion to Ramtang religious network. We at that point gone over a torrential slide zone which we ought to experience at a faithful pace before slipping to the stream ultimately arriving at Lhonak. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 14: Lhonak – Pangpema/Kanchenjunga North Base Camp (5388 m/17,673 ft) – Lhonak (4,780 m/15,678 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

We trek along the Kanchenjunga Glacier to enjoy a morning sunrise at Pangpema, Kanchenjunga develops camp in light of the north side. We urge you to be careful around the rockier sections as they are slanted to torrential slides. After a short time, you accomplish Pangpema, a level green base camp. Climb to some degree higher and welcome the miracle of Jannu, Kanchenjunga, and Chang Himal. We recollect our approach to Lhonak, Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 15: Lhonak – Kambachen (4,050 m/13,284 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

From Lhonak, we continue down the valley to Ramtang Monastery. The landing travel offers a substitute perspective of the mountains Kanchenjunga, Taple Shikhar, Gimmigela, and Mera Peak among others. Due to the sliding method for this trek, we will accomplish Kambachen by night and go through the night there. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 16: Kambachen – Ghunsa (3,595 m/11,792 ft) – Phale (3,140m/10,302ft)Duration: 5-6 hrs

We slip to Ghunsa from Kambachen which suggests that we get the chance to value the fantastic woods nearby a foundation of an astounding mountain scene. Lunch at Ghunsa. We plunge down the stream and notice the valley as it steps by step opens up before accomplishing Phale, a Tibetan uprooted individual settlement where it is possible to purchase created works and specially designed mats from neighborhood individuals. Overnight at Phale, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 17: Phale to Amjilosa (2,140 m/7,100 ft) Duration: 6-7 hrs

We start trekking from the Phale, experience thick woods of birch, fir, and rhododendrons forest definitely accomplishing a little stone house by the conduit. We at that point dropping down intense crossing point a few little expansions on the way. Here, we find the opportunity to value the association of amazing cascades that start from the mountains. After one more short intense walk, we accomplish the Tibetan settlement to Gyabla. From Gyabla, the trail Slip down until not arriving at Amjilosa. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 18: Amjilosa to Chirwa(1,190 m/3,900 ft) Duration: 5-6 hrs

After walking while from Amjilosa, the trail extremely downhill until accomplishing Sukathum via solima town. We cross the suspension interface above the stream and dive into thick woods before entering Sukathu. From Sukathu the trek goes through the sumptuous green fields underneath and continues trekking along the Tamor River experiencing thick woodlands. Then cross the suspension bridge above Simbuwa Khola and experiences moved scenes, for instance, cardamom fields and thick timberlands before entering Chirwa. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 19: Chirwa to Mitlung (920m/3,017ft) Duration: 4-5 hrs

We ascend above the east bank of Tamor Khola, cross the suspension, and a couple of statures associate at Thiwa. From Thiwa, we continue trekking uphill until we accomplish Tawa. The trail dropping down to cross the Tawa Khola then climbing back to Malbanse before reaching Sinwa. Then the trail climbs and slips reliably as we advance towards the town of Chirwa. We go through the night at Chirwa. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 20: Mitlung (920m/3,017ft) to Taplejung (1,820m/5,969ft) Duration: 4-5 hrs

Trekking to Taplejung leads to the Limbu village is called Phurumbu. From Phurumbu, the trail ascends to Jogidanda. Then walks uphill for a couple of hours through the Sherpa villages of Bung Kulung and Bhote Gaon and with an easy trek all the way to Taplejung village. Organize the farewell party for your trekking staff before saying goodbye. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Included.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 21: Taplejung to Illam(3,640m/11,939ft) 7-8 hrs drive

Saying goodbye to Taplejung and drive on the Mechi Highway through the same up- route to Illam. Illam is famous for tea gardens as well as the pristine landscapes. After check-in Hotel, getting fresh and move to an estate viewing their beautiful landscape and tea garden with a sunset. Return to Hotel for Dinner in the evening.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
  • Meals: B L D

Day 22: Illam – Bhadrapur (72m/240ft) 2-3 hrs drive for 55 km – Kathmandu(1,300m/4,260ft) 45 minutes flight

We drive to the city center of Bhadrapur and Catch a taxi up to the airport. Take a 45 minutes flight to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.

  • Accomodation: Overnight at Star Hotel
  • Meals: B D

Day 23: Final Departure

Our adventure in Nepal reaches an end today! A Snow Bank Adventure delegate will drop you off at the air terminal roughly 3 hours before your booked flight. On our approach to home, you will have a lot of time to design your next experience in the magnificent nation of Nepal.

  • Accomodation:
  • Meals: B

Cost Details

Cost Includes

  • Airport transportation
  • Welcome and farewell dinner
  • Accommodation 3 nights in Kathmandu with Bed and breakfast
  • Kathmandu sightseeing by private vehicle
  • Professional government registered Tourist Guide
  • Kathmandu to Bhadrapur by domestic flight
  • Bhadrapur to Kathmandu by domestic flight
  • Transportation from the starting  and ending point of trekking by private vehicle
  • Three meals and tea, coffee during the trek
  • Safe drinking water( treated with chlorine and iodine)
  • Permit of the trek(TIMS, Conservation, and National park fee)
  • All types of necessary government  paperwork and government taxes
  • Guide and porter(meals, wages, Insurance & transpiration )
  • An English speaking  government registered guide and porter
  • Trekking equipment like a raincoat, sleeping bag, down jacket, and walking pole

Cost Includes

  • Personal expenses
  •  Personal & medical insurance
  •  Rescue evacuation by Helicopter in Emergency case
  • Beverage and Bar bills( soft drinks, hard drinks, and mineral water)
  • Boiled water
  •  Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu except for welcome and  farewell dinner
  • Electronic devise recharge
  • Wifi during the trek
  • Tips

FAQ

Our guides are trained in first aid, carry a comprehensive medical kit, and can deal with most of the problems encountered on treks. However, in the case of a serious accident outside help needs to be available. That’s why comprehensive insurance is essential. Trekking is not possible without full insurance cover, which you can purchase in your home country. You need to have full, personal, travel insurance that covers personal belongings, trip cancellation plus medical, rescue, and evacuation insurance(for air ambulance and helicopter rescue services). You must carry the company’s insurance policy certificate with you, it must include your name, address, policy number, contact numbers, and procedure for the company’s rescue department.
Trekking entry permits are required to each of Nepal’s National Parks and Conservation Areas. The entry permits cost range from Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 3000 per entry and additional permits are required for Restricted Region Treks. We can manage all types of permits. There are five Restricted Regions which are close to the Tibetan border were opened for outside in 1990. The treks only can do with a professional guide and minimum of two trekkers. Your original passport and extra photos are required to make permits for Upper Dolpo, Mustang, Nar-Phu, Tsum Valley, Manaslu, and Kanchenjunga trekking. The fees are according high and range from USD 90.00 - USD 500.00 for a week or 10 days then stiff daily amounts.
Credit cards are only accepted in cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara. You have to make ready Nepalese Rupees to spend during the trek. That’s why you have to take a sufficient amount of Nepali Rupees on your trek. Your personal expenses should be only for hot showers, charging batteries, additional drinks, and snacks, the cost rising with altitude. You can make a ceremony with your trekking team at the end of the trek.
Regular walking or jogging activities for a few months before your trip will ensure high altitude trekking. People who trek so quickly and climb too high in a day may suffer Acute Mountain Sickness( AMS) so we call trekkers slow and steady walking. Stops for rests and do not carry more than 5 kg with you. Pre-fitness and stamina are required for trekking in Nepal. Spend at least two nights in the city before going to the trekking destination which gives time for acclimatization as well as easy to arrange necessary trekking permits.
We prefer the group size from 1-10 pax but more can be accommodated on request. There must be 2 persons accompanied by a registered guide in the Restrict Regions( Upper Dolpo, Mustang, Nar-Phu, Manaslu, and Kanchenjunga). Anyone who is reasonably fit and can walk for 5-6 hours a day in a hilly country can trek in Nepal. We suggest children up to 15 years stay below 3500m and above 15 years can tackle the higher routes.
A delegate from Snow Bank Adventure will meet you outside the terminal building and pick you up and take you to your hotel. We use cars or minibusses as the means of transportation in cities. For trekking, we use flights, local buses, minibusses or jeeps depends on the distance, terrain, and size of the group. There is a limitation on luggage up to 15 kg per person on small planes.

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