Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek
"Kang-chen-zod-nga", meaning "Five Great Treasuries of the Snow", actually it has seven major summits. To the locals Kanchenjunga which stands at a height of 8585meters the third highest mountain in the world, is the abode of gods who bestow prosperity and goodwill on them and their lands, while to the climbers of this mountain the phrase "Five Great Treasuries of the Snow" takes on a slightly more ominous tone. The avalanches that Kanchenjunga throws down are said to be the largest anywhere!
Since the locals worship the mountain, there is a tradition among mountaineers not to stand on the actual summit. All "successful" assaults have stopped just short of the summit honouring an old promise made by the leader of the first successful attempt in 1955 to the maharaja of Sikkim.
Kanchenjunga lies on the eastern border of Nepal providing a great chance to experience remoteness, spectacular mountain scenery, diverse flora and fauna and rich local culture, quite different to those found further west.
We begin the journey to Kanchenjunga with a flight from Kathmandu to Taplejung (Suketar). From Suketar the trek leads to Chauki through the villages of Mitlung, Ghunsa, Khambachen and Lhonak to Pangpema (5140 meters) which is also the Base Camp for expeditions attempting the North Face of Kanchenjunga 2 and the culmination of the first part of the trek.
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Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car / van / bus. |
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Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private car / van / bus. |
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Full board meal during camping, prepared by our cook with Tea & coffee. |
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A government licensed English speaking Guide during the trek. A cook and the required number of porters, their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine. |
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Boiled and purify drinking water for the trek. |
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All special trekking permits & fees. |
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Surface Transfer to and from Kathmandu. |
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Flight cost from Kathmandu – Taplejung – Kathmandu including airport departure taxes in both airport. |
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Down Jacket, duffel/kit bag and sleeping bag by Ace the Himalaya (which needs to be returned after the trek.) |
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All our government taxes. |
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Price Excludes |
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1. Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu.
2. Your travel insurance (compulsory).
3. International airfare and airport departure tax.
4. Nepal entry visa fee (US$ 30 per person) you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu for 60 days from date of issue. You will require 2 passport size photos.
5. Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry.
6. Personal trekking Equipment.
7. Tips for trekking staff and driver. (Tipping is expected.)
8. Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees.
9. Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section. |
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Demanding |
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Small Group Travel
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Itinerary
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Day 01- Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters). Overnight at hotel.
Day 02- Pre-trip Meeting and Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03- Fly from Kathmandu to Taplejung (2320meters) trek to Lali Kharka (2276meters) 3 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 04- Trek to Khesewa (2120meters). 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 05- Trek to Mamankhe (1920meters). 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 06- Trek to Yamphudin (2080meters) 6 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 07- Trek to Chitre (2965meters) 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 08- Trek to Tortongn (3010meters) 6 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 09- Trek to Tseram (3870meters) 6 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 10- Trek to Ramche (4580meters) 4 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 11- Explore around Ramche (4580meters) and trek to Oktang (4730meters) 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 12- Trek to Yalung Ri Base Camp (5400meters) 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 13- Trek back to Ramche (4580meters) 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 14- Trek to Sallerle over the Mirgin La (4480meters) 6 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 15- Trek to Ghunsa (3475meters) 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 16- Trek to Kambachen (4040meters) 6 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 17- Exploration day at Kambachen. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 18- Trek to Lhonak (4790meters) 6 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 19- Trek to Pang Pema (5140meters) 4 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 20- Explore around Kanchenjungha Base Camp (5100 meters) and retrace your steps to Kambachen 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 21- Trek to Ghunsa 6 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 22- Trek to Amjilosa (2460meters) 4 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 23- Trek to Sakathum (1600meters) 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 24- Trek to Chhiruwa (12 meters) 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 25- Trek to Suketar (2420meters) 5 hours. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 26- Fly back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Day 27- Leisure day in Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Day 28- Transfer to international airport for departure.
The above information is a guide and standard template of what we provide. The trek can be customised at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.
NOTE: On adventure trips of this type, weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered; if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays. |
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Accommodation
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Standard twin sharing accommodation in four/five star hotel in Kathmandu breakfast included. (4 nights)
Tented accommodation and equipment during the camping trek. (We will provide fully water proof two men tents, dining tents, kitchen gear, dining table, chairs, toilet tents, shower tent etc.) |
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