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Treks & Expedition

Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trek

Best Price
Price starting from $1,750
US $ 1,750 per person
Duration
17 days
Max. Elevation
4730.00m
Group size
Min 1+
Level
DIFFICULT
Transportation
Flight & Drive
Best Season
Autumn: SEP-OCT-NOV Spring: MAR-APR-MAY
Accomodation
2-3 Star Hotel Accomodation in Kathmandu.
Lodge Accomodation during Trek
Meals
3 Meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Starts at/ Ends at
Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Trip Route
[Kathmandu - Bhadrapur - Taplejung - Sinwa - Lelep - Amjilasa - Gyable - Ghunsa - Mirgin La - Tseram - Oktang Base Camp - Ramche - Yamphudin - Tortong - Khebang - Thorpu - Bhadrapur - Kathmandu ]

Highlights

Overview

Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trek is a highly adventurous trek that takes you through some of the most rugged mountainous terrain on earth to the foot of Kangchenjunga (8586m), a huge massif situated in the far northeast corner of Nepal on the borders of Sikkim and Tibet. The trails take you across contrasting sceneries that vary from the subtropical lowlands to stunning glacial plateaus at real high altitudes that pour into pristine valleys and beautiful Rhododendron forests.

Kanchenjunga in Limbu language literally means “Five treasures of the Snow”. The tranquil villages on the borders of Sikkim and Tibet add other dimensions to this highly adventurous trek.

Your journey to this area starts from the tropical lowlands which gives way to great rhododendron forests and lovely villages of east Nepal. It is one of the most remote and least visited areas. The trails climb from 1200 meters (4,000ft) to 5180 meters (17,094 ft) above sea level. This is a purely camping trek where one gets to see and interact with various cultures, societies and the nature of the place along which one treads.

Important Note

Note: There are different categories of Hotels in Kathmandu ranging from budget to 5 star hotels. We are happy to arrange your hotel accommodation in Kathmandu as per your interest and budget. Please inform us in advance about the type or category or price range of hotel that you would like to stay in.

Trip Itinerary

On your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, you will be greeted with flower garlands/Khadas. Our representative will then take you to your hotel. If time prevails, you will visit office for paperwork.

Stay overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Max. altitude

1400m

Accomodation

Hotel
Today, you will visit popular world heritage monuments in Kathmandu including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath, and Pashupatinath. Alternatively, you can also choose Bhakatapur and Patan sightseeing.  By late afternoon, you will drive back to your hotel.

Stay overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Max. altitude

1400m

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast
After early-morning breakfast, our guide will pick you up from the hotel and drive to the domestic airport terminal. Receive your boarding pass and fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur and drive to Taplejung (1820m).

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

1820m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Trek from Taplejung (1820m.) to Sinwa (980 m) takes approximately 6 hours.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

980m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Trek from Sinwa to Lelep (1750 zm) or Tamewa takes approximately seven hours. Crossing a suspension bridge over Tamur River you follow quite a flat route. Your hike continues along the bank of Tamur Koshi through paddy fields and bee hives. You frequently cross through small jungles of cardamom plants and other natural vegetation. You can see some small village stretching at a far distance.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

1750m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Trek from Lelep to Amjilasa (2308m.) takes about five hours. The first one and half-hour you trek through normally flat land. Then your trail is a steep ascent up to Amjilasa. Amjilasa is a small village with a few houses and yak herds with local shops where you find minimal supplies.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

2308m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Trek from Amjilasa to Gyable (2730 m) takes about seven hours. The trail is quite flat in the beginning and gently ascends to Gyable passing through the jungle. Human settlements are visible at Gyable. People living here follow the Buddhist culture.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

2730m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Trek from Gyable to Ghunsa (3468m.) takes about six hours. Your trail passes through a dense green jungle. You can see Gunsa River down the trail. The trail passes through a few human settlements and it is clearly visible that their life style and culture has been inherited from Tibet.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

3468m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Trek from Ghunsa to Mirgin La (4480 m.) takes about seven hours. By ascending, you pass through a jungle. Here also you can see Mani walls and prayer flags hanging over the trees. While trekking, you can also catch glimpses of the various mountains. You can spot various animals like mountain goats and yaks grazing over the green hills.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

4880m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Trek from Mirgin La to Tseram (3870 m.) takes about seven hours. You trek through almost desert like areas and in some places you cross the trail is stony. The path ascends from Mirgin La to Tseram. On the path, you can see Lapsang La glacier, Mirgin La glacier and snow-capped mountains. There are very few stone roof houses at Tseram and also some yak huts.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

3870m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Trek from Tseram to Oktang Base Camp (4730 m.) and back to Ramche (4580 m.) takes about 6 - 7 hours. You proceed for a relatively short day's walk today. The scenery is magnificent as you ascend past the snout of the Oktung Base Camp and into a series of ablation valleys. A frozen lake, crystal clear streams and views of Kokthan, Rathong and Kabru are the highlights of this walk. You will return to Ramche the same day. On the way, you see juniper jungle, yak herds and landslides. Ramche is occupied with few teashops and houses made of stones.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

4730m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Trek from Ramche to Yamphudin (2090m.) or Tortong (2995m.). The first part of the trail goes along the bank of the river Simbua Khola. You have to walk through a dense jungle. On the way, you can see the effects of a landslide at some places. The trails normally ascend up to Lamite Bhanjyang and then descend to Yamphudin crossing a small river. Yamphudin is a mixed community of Sherpas, Limbus, Rais and Gurungs.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

2995m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Trek from Yamphudin or Tortong to Khebang (1740m.). In the beginning, you descend to cross the Omje Khola up to halfway. Now you ascend through a jungle of cardamom and orchid plants. You pass a small village where you can find different human settlements, small thatched roof houses and local shops with minimal supplies. From here, the trail is ascends up to Khebang Danda and then you descend to Khebang village. Khebang is a comparatively big village where the local people follow the Hindu and Buddhism faiths.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

1740m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Trek from Khebang to Thorpu (1500m.) takes approximately nine hours. The trail starts descending to Jorepul and then begins to ascend. You also trek along the flat and low land crossing paddy fields and thatched roof houses. There are many villages on the way where you can buy things you may require from the shops in these villages. Thorpu is a town where transportation facilities are available.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

1500m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD

Drive from Thorpu to Bhadrapur takes about six hours. First of all, you ascend through the small villages up to the last destination, Gopetar. It is a town with a few small restaurants, teashops and other some local bars. From here, you get on your bus to reach Phidim and finally on to Ilam.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Max. altitude

3636m

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD
Fly from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu. From Kathmandu airport we will transfer you to hotel. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Max. altitude

1400m

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast
As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer from your hotel to the airport for your final departure.

Max. altitude

1400m

Meals

Breakfast
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Includes

    Kathmandu

    • Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
    • 3 night hotel accommodation with breakfast at 3 star standards hotel
    • One day city sightseeing with an English speaking tour guide and private vehicle
    • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
    • Souvenirs


    Trekking

    • One trekking guide (if there are 10 or more participants, we will provide 2 trekking guides)
    • One porter for every 2 trekking participants (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
    • Special trekking permit for Kanchenjunga for 2 persons
    • Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) card
    • Entry permits for Kanchenjunga Conservation Area
    • Flight tickets from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur and from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu
    • All land transportation: Bhadrapur- Taplejung and Thorpu-Bhadrapur by regular public jeep or bus
    • Insurance and equipment for the guides and porters
    • First aid kit
    • Tax, VAT and our service charge
    • Rescue assistance (In case of emergency, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must be well insured from a reliable travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)

Doesn't Include

    • Personal nature expenses (Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages)
    • Travel insurance
    • Tips for involved staffs
    • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
    • Entrance fees while sightseeing in Kathmandu
    • Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking due to any personal reason than the scheduled itinerary)

Equipment List

Below is a list of equipment and clothing required for trekking. The necessity of these items depends on the type, altitude, timing and destination of trekking. Appropriate trekking gears are not only required for the comfort/pleasure of your trek but also to improve safety factor.  Please have a look over these items in order to fully prepare and thoroughly enjoy the trekking.

General Items

Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking Poles, walking boots, sandals, Toiletries (Soaps, Toilet papers, Sanitizers, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc.)

Clothing Items

Thermal underwear, Down jacket, Shorts, Trekking trousers, Towels, Woolen gloves, Gaiters, Fleece jacket or Pullover, Wind/water proof jacket, Raincoat, Warm socks, buff  

Sun-worn Items

Sun hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Sunscreen, Lip balm

Gadgets

Headlamp, Flash light, Binoculars, Cameras (chargers and batteries), 

Liquid/Snacks

Water bottle/bladder, Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks

Medical Essentials

First Aid Kit

Optional

Altimeter, Compass, Binoculars, Books/magazines, GPS, Pocket knife, Candles (for lodges), Notebook with pencil/pen, etc

Additional items for camping trek

Tent, Stove and fuel, Utensils for cooking, eating and drinking, sleeping mattresses

Note: We can also provide sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, walking poles, and First Aid Kit in case if you don’t have one. These items are inclusive of total package price.

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