Kanchenjunga Round Trek

Kanchenjunga Round Trek

  • Duration: 17 Days
  • Diffculty Level: Strenuous 
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Best Time: Mar - May| Sept - Nov
  • Activity: Trekking
  • Max. Altitude: 5143m

Highlights

  • Explore off the beaten Eastern mountainous regions.
  • landslide-prone area, cross streams
  • Nepalese Tibetan community’s lifestyle.
  • Grassy meadow, rhododendron, and bamboo forests
  • several scree slopes and some glacial moraines
  • fantastic experience of Flora and fauna.
  • Meditation at Ramtang and Oktang Monasteries.
  • Tents in the shadow of the massive peaks.
  • Afterward flatlands of Nepal.

Kanchenjunga Round Trek is full of adventure and enchanting off the beaten trail. It is the jewel of eastern Nepal. Even if it is less traversed the thrill and wilderness overpower any kind of uncertainty. Moreover, the expert team of Yolo Hike ensures hassle-free trekking. 

It is the amazing walking journey towards an abode of the world's third-highest mountain Mt. Kanchenjunga. Tranquility and serenity in the trail make an entire trip the mystical expedition. Diverse landscape, climate, vegetation, villages, and untainted natural beauty make your trekking worth every penny spent.

The journey covers three geographical belts of Nepal. Country Nepal is divided into Terai (flatland), Hilly, and Himalayan belts. In one single trip trekkers traverse all three zones. Therefore, the changes in vegetation are eminent. Imagine that in space of 2 weeks' time you traverse from subtropical climate to tundra climate. It is indeed the most diverse walking trail. 

Trekkers have to reach Suketar in order to start the trek. The fastest way to reach is by taking flight from Biratnagar. There is an alternative route for the Kanchenjunga Round Trek. It is via Jhapa Taplejung trailhead. 

Sukathum, Ghunsa, Kambhachhen and Gyabla are Sherpa villages that are on the way to Kanchenjunga Base Camp. 

As the name of the mountain suggests the entire trip is definitely crisp and clear. "Kanchenjunga" the clear mountain will undoubtedly become your natural witness of a great traveling endeavor. 

Off the beaten trails are the next hotspot of Nepalese Trekking. Therefore, book now and experience the enchanting untainted beauty of Kanchenjunga area before it gets crowded. It is sure thing that the area will become very popular. 

Itinerary

  • Altitude1310m
  • AccommodationHotel
  • MealsWelcome Dinner

Our airport representative will receive you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. All the trip plans will be discussed and the agency will host the welcome dinner. Your guide and team members are introduced. You can take a rest at your accommodation or stroll around Thamel for refreshment.

  • Altitude1310m
  • AccommodationHotel
  • MealsBreakfast

Today after a light breakfast, we visit a variety of places in Kathmandu valley. You will explore Pashupatinath Temple, worship lord Shiva and learn about the culture more vastly, next stop will be Guheswori Temple one of the holiest temple 1 km east from Pasupatinath on the bank of the Bagmati river. We will then drive a short distance to the Boudhanath Stupa. In Boudhanath, wander the Tibetan-inspired streets and illustrate some local delicacies, Final destination will be Jalnarayan Temple (Sleeping Vishnu, Budanilkantha) which takes around 45 minutes which stretches in Shivapuri National Park, worship Lord Vishnu, and Transfer to Hotel.

  • Altitude2400m
  • AccommodationHotel
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Early in the morning, we will take the flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur. We will have to use the jeep for the road trip to Taplejung. The road trip is also very enticing as it traverses through some of the beautiful landscapes of Eastern Nepal.

  • Altitude2100m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we will start our walking journey today. The trail today is very easy as we walk on the motorable road. According to season, we can choose to complete today’s trek on a local jeep or bus. However, walking gives more satisfaction than riding a vehicle on a bumpy hilly road.

  • Altitude1579m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Early in the morning we will wake up and do some light stretching. This is going to be our daily chore throughout the trekking from today onwards. We will traverse through Limbu/Tamang Villages. Places like Sinwa, Tawa, and Porke offer us a chance to witness the authentic eastern rural Nepal. Some parts of today’s trekking are through the landslide-prone area and we will have to cross streams. Finally, upon crossing the Thiwa Khola using a makeshift wooden bridge we will reach Sekathum.

  • Altitude2308m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we trek with Ghunsa Khola. On open terrain, we walk uphill to Amjilosa. We will have to cross the same Ghunsa Khola numerous times. In the evening we can stroll around the village of Amjilosha. It is a Tibetan village where you can observe the Nepalese Tibetan community’s lifestyle.

  • Altitude2730m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We will walk through rhododendron and bamboo forests in the first phase of the trekking today. The most attractive highlight of the day is the big waterfall seen on the other side of the river before reaching the village of Gyabla. We will have to walk on a very steep uphill and also downhill on this day before making it to Gyabla.

  • Altitude4270m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, DinnerBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

we leave the beautiful village of Gyabla and head towards Ghunsa. The trail is through a grassy meadow and includes a few uphill and downhill. Ghunsa is a small village that has few wooden houses, schools, micro-hydropower plants, and health posts.

  • Altitude4270m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is acclimatization activity day. We will perform a short hike and gain about 450 m altitudes. After spending some time at the altitude we will again return back to Ghunsa and explore this little town.

  • Altitude4040m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, we begin our trek entering the forested path along the south bank of Ghunsa Khola and passing several Mani walls and Chortens along the way. We also trek through several scree slopes and some glacial moraines to reach the Tibetan settlement of Khangpachen from where we can get the stunning view of the north face of Jannu (7710m). Overnight in Khangpachen.

  • Altitude4790m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leaving behind Khangpachen, we follow the trail on the left side of Kanchenjunga Glacier. We hike along a high plateau to reach the campsite of Lhonak. From Lhonak, we can see the panoramic view of massive mountain peaks like Wegde Peak (6802m), Mera Peak (6364m), Nepal Peak (7177m), Twins (7350m), and many others. Overnight in Lhonak.

  • Altitude5143m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, we head towards Kanchenjunga Base Camp following the trail along with the glaciers on the northern ridges. The camp is also known as Pang Pema from where we get the mesmerizing and spectacular view of Mt Kanchenjunga (8586m) along with the skyline filled with snow-capped mountain ranges bordering Nepal-India and Nepal-Tibet. Overnight in Kanchenjunga Base Camp.

  • Altitude4270m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After the amazing experience in KBC, we retrace our trail to Ghunsa enjoying the spectacular view of different mountains. Descending past Lhonak and Khangpachen while walking on the moraines of Kanchenjunga Glacier and Kumbhakarna Glacier, we arrive in Ghunsa. Overnight in Ghunsa.

  • Altitude1579m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today after a light breakfast, we will descend towards Sekathum a beautiful village, The return journey is amazing as we descend and start to get to the more crowded villages. You will see and explore the ethnic culture and terraced lands.

  • Altitude91m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We take a long drive to Birtamod enjoying the view of green hills, snow-capped mountains, rivers, and the daily activities of the locals throughout the ride. From the mountainous part, we are now in the flatlands of Nepal. Overnight in Birtamod.

  • Altitude1310m
  • AccommodationHotel
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We drive towards Bhadrapur airport to catch our flight back to the capital city. Enjoying the aerial view of the mountains, we arrive in Kathmandu. After landing, we transfer you to the hotel. Overnight at a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu.

  • AltitudeN/A
  • AccommodationN/A
  • MealsBreakfast

A representative from Yolo Hike will drop you Today at Tribhuwan International Airport for the final Departure. If you have a few more days to stay in Nepal, we have more short to Long hand-knitted packages for you. 

What's Included
  • All Ground Transportation by private Vehicle
  • Airport to Airport Transfer in Private Vehicle
  • 3 Night accommodation in Kathmandu in BB Basis in 3- Star category Hotel
  • Three times meal with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner) during the trek
  • Best available accommodation in Tea House Lodge on a twin-sharing basis during the trek.
  • Private Bathroom and Hot showers in the limited place
  • Snacks (Seasonal fruits) During Trek
  • Highly Experienced and Certified Guide and porter (1 porter for every two trekkers)
  • Trekking Guide and Porter Salary, Food, Accommodation, and Insurance
  • Flight Ticket to Bhadrapur and back flight ticket to Kathmandu
  • All entrance fees and taxes including Airport Tax
  • TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System)
  • All Government Taxes and Services Charges
  • Down Jacket and Sleeping Bag by YOLO Hike
  • Duffle bag by YOLO Hike
  • First Aid Medical Kit
What's Excluded
  • Meals (Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu) are not listed in the itinerary.
  • Travel Insurance
  • International Flight Tickets
  • Nepal Entry Visa fee (Nepal entry Visa can be taken upon your arrival in Tribhuwan International Airport, Single entry Visa fee cost USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days, and USD 125 for 90 days), For Arrival Visa you are requested two Passport size photograph
  • Soft Drinks including water and other beverage not listed in the itinerary
  • Snacks
  • Personal expenses like bar bills, laundry, and others
  • Personal Trekking Gears
  • Internet, Phone calls
  • Tips for Staffs

Additional Info

Meals and Accommodation

Yolo Hike always cares about the heath, meals, and accommodation of the travelers willing to explore besides their habitant. Depending on availability, you can either stay overnight in a tea house or a lodge. With a shared room and a common washroom, either choice provides basic services. In some communities, you may be able to receive services such as a hot shower and charging stations, although you may have to pay a little fee. Similarly, you spend the night in the best available tourist-grade hotel in cities.

During the journey, you will be fed three times a day. Although the meals are not as savory as in big cities, you do have some selections to choose from. All of the meals are delectable, healthy, and hygienic. There is a mix of Nepali, Tibetan, and Western cuisine on display. For snacks, many types of teas, coffee, and soups are also offered. Because the area is so remote, we recommend not to drink alcoholic products and bring plenty of snacks and bars to eat along the trip. Enjoy your trek as always making your journey a beautiful experience.

Risks during Trek

It's important to understand that trekking in a developing country carries the danger of bodily injury or death. You must accept these dangers and take responsibility for your actions and participation. Adventure travel necessitates an open and adaptable mindset. Extreme weather and unpredictable weather are possible. The itinerary may change at the last minute due to circumstances beyond our control. Our journeys rely heavily on our ability to function as part of a group.

For our Kangchenjunga Circuit hike, we conducted a danger and risk assessment. Our trips are not without risk. This is part of the appeal of adventure travel, and one of the reasons why so many people choose to participate in this type of vacation. We determine the amount of risk by recognizing the risks. We've put controls in place to prevent this from happening or to lessen the impact.

Weather and Conditions

The temperature of the Kangchenjunga Circuit walk varies greatly. Season, altitude, and time of day all influence this. The nights in the mountains between 1,000 and 3,500 meters will be cold, at 5 degrees Celsius. Temperatures might reach 25 degrees Celsius during the day. Temperatures at higher altitudes ranging from 15 to -15 degrees Celsius.

Nepal's trekking season runs from late September to early May. The months of October and November are often thought to have the nicest weather. Spring is a popular season since it is warmer than Autumn. There's also the benefit of seeing blooming spring flowers and rhododendrons.

FAQs

  • Q1. Which is the best time to trek Kanchenjunga?

    Autumn (September-November) and spring (March-May) are the best times to trek in Nepal (March-May). Autumn is a wonderful time of year (September-November) Autumn is one of the best seasons for hiking. It's that time of year when the trails are surrounded by lush woodlands and vibrant rhododendrons. You can relax and enjoy the tranquility of the mountains, the clear sky, and the ideal weather and temperature. Spring is in the air (March-May) As winter draws to a close, spring ushers in a lovely setting for hiking. The weather is pleasant, and the views of the mountains are breathtaking. During this time, wildlife is also observed basking in the sun's warmth. Summer (June-August) is a wet season, thus traveling at this time is risky. The trails are covered in snow during the chilly winter months (December-February) and the trek is more difficult.

  • The Kanchenjunga Trek takes you through Nepal's breathtaking grandeur. It is evident in the scenery, forests, wildlife, and culture of the country. It's impossible to visit both Northern and Southern camps on the same trip due to the region's isolation and nature. However, you can accomplish so by extending your journey by a few days. You can select between either two base camps to shorten your travel. Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek or Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trek are the two options. The North Base Camp is more adventurous due to the height of Pangpema View Point (5388m). It contains more wildlife and greenery than the South Base Camp, which extends to Oktang.

  • Under the controlled tourist strategy, Kanchenjunga is a restricted region. This signifies that entering this location requires a specific permit. It also means that you must be accompanied by a registered trek guide throughout the trek. This isn't necessarily a negative thing; it means the area will remain less touristy, and walking with a guide is always the best option, both in terms of safety and cultural and local understanding.

    You won't have to worry about obtaining the permit because your agency will handle everything for you, but it never hurts to be informed.

    Permit Required for Kanchenjunga Trek

    For the trek in Tapethok and Yamphuding VDCs, you'll need a Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Project Entry Permit (KCAP) and a Restricted Area Entry Permit.

    This permission must be obtained through a legitimate Nepal-based travel agency. To receive permission, a group of at least two hikers is required.

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