Kanchenjunga Base Camp
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- COVID-19protected
- Trekking and Hiking
- Young Adults
- Customizable
- duration 25 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 18-99 yrs
- max group size 16
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-16329
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- Operated in English
- Embark on a challenging traverse through a region seldom visited by trekkers
- Follow the glacial torrent of the Tamur and Ghunsa Rivers to their source on the north west side of the Kanchenjunga Himal
- Cross the Mirgin La Pass (4500m), trek to Kanchenjunga Base Camp and spend the night at Pangpema (5140m)
- Witness unsurpassed views of the Kanchenjunga massif, Makalu range and surrounding peaks including Jannu
- Trek through remote villages of the Gurung, Limbu, Rai and Sherpa peoples
One of the most picturesque and remote treks in the Nepal Himalaya. Eastern Nepal is characterised by greater diversity on many accounts; ethnic groups such as the Rai and Limbu people,a prolific range of flora due to the higher summer rainfall in the region, and some of the most outstanding mountain vistas anywhere in the Himalaya. By following the glacial torrent of the Tamur and Ghunsa Rivers to their source on the north west side of the Kanchenjunga Himal, we emerge to another world. Dwarfed by an alpine grandeur in almost every direction, peaks such as; Pyramid Peak, Jannu, the Twins and of course Kanchenjunga (8586m) dominate the setting. It is no less dramatic on our southern traverse of the mountain on the return journey by way of the Mirgin La Pass (4500m). This is a challenging traverse through a region seldom visited in recent years.
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Day 1 : Join Kathmandu
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Day 2 : Fly to Bhadrapur, drive to Phidim (approx. 5-6 hrs drive)
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Day 3 : Drive to Chiruwa (approx. 8-9 hrs drive)
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Day 4 : Commence trek to Sukethum (1640m). Walk approx. 6hrs.
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Day 5 : Trek to Amjilosa (2390m). Walk approx. 6hrs.
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Day 6 : To Gyabla (2730m). Walk approx. 6hrs.
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Day 7 : Trek to Ghunsa (3430m). Walk approx. 6hrs.
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Day 8 : Rest and acclimatisation in Ghunsa
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Day 9 : Trek to Khangpachen (4040m). Walk approx. 7hrs.
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Day 10 : Trek to Lhonak (4790m). Walk approx. 6hrs.
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Day 11 : Rest and acclimatisation in Lhonak
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Day 12 : To Kanchenjunga Base Camp (Pangpema) (5140m). Walk approx. 4hrs.
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Day 13 : Return to Khangpachen (4040m). Walk approx. 7hrs.
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Day 14 : Return to Ghunsa (3430m). Walk approx. 5 hrs
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Day 15 : To Selele Base Camp (4500m). Walk approx. 6 hrs.
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Day 16 : To Tseram (3870m) via Mirgin La Pass (4480m). Walk approx. 8hrs.
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Day 17 : To Ramche (4620m) via Octang and Yalung Glacier. Walk approx. 7hrs.
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Day 18 : To Dorongdin (3000m). Walk approx. 7hrs
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Day 19 : To Latse Bhanjyang (2800m). Walk approx. 4-5hrs.
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Day 20 : To Sherpa Gaun (Yamphudim) (2400m). Walk approx. 4-5hrs.
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Day 21 : Trek to Phumpe Danda (1858m). Walk approx. 6-7hrs.
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Day 22 : Trek to Kade Vanjyang (2130m) Walk approx 5-6hrs.
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Day 23 : Drive to Ilam (approx. 8-9 hrs drive)
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Day 24 : Drive to Bhadrapur, fly to Kathmandu (approx. 3-4hrs drive).
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Day 25 : In Kathmandu, trip concludes
- Good quality accommodation in Kathmandu and basic accommodation in Bhadrapur
- Accommodation in our fully serviced wilderness campsites
- 24 breakfasts, 23 lunches and 22 dinners including all meals on trek valued at US$1100
- Flight Kathmandu/Bhadrapur/Kathmandu valued at US$420
- Private air conditioned transportation
- Expert bilingual guide and medical kit
- 20kg luggage allowance
- Special permit US$40
- All park entrance fees and trekking permits
- Porters to carry all personal and group equipment
- Porter's insurance
- Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
- Bottled water, aerated & alcoholic drinks
- Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, etc.
- International flights
- Airport and departure taxes
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Kanchenjunga Base Camp tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 28 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 28 June 2024, a deposit of 311 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceKanchenjunga Base Camp tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Kanchenjunga Base Camp tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
For Solo TravelersA twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
- Smaller group sizes have been implemented on this tour to protect against COVID-19 and to ensure that the tour complies with local authorities’ guidelines.
- Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
- Guides are trained in our COVID-19 response plan that has been developed in line with state government medical provisions.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.
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How much money do I need to bring with me?
Your personal budget obviously depends on your spending habits and what is included in your trip cost. If accommodation is included, but meals are not, we would suggest that you bring around 30 USD per day per person for meals. Having a hot shower or charging your device sometimes costs extra. There are also sometimes small crafts/souvenirs to buy along the trekking route which you may want to bring extra money for. Also, consider whether you would be staying in Kathmandu or Pokhara before or after your trek.
- Is quarantine in Nepal in effect for arriving visitors?
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How much should my backpack weigh?
A properly packed backpack (not including your day pack) should ideally not weigh more than 13 kg. It is also important to note that if you are taking a flight to the start of your trek, many smaller aircraft have weight restrictions. For example, if you are flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, you are only allowed 10kg of checked luggage, and 5 kg of hand baggage. Thus, in case of a small flight, you should ideally pack a 10 kg backpack for checked luggage, and then add 5 kg in your hand baggage. You can then re-shuffel the weigt once you start your trek at the trailhead.
- Do I need a porter?
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Do I require a porter for carrying water?
On most popular treks you can expect plenty of places where you can refill your water bottle, meaning you don’t need to carry a huge water supply with you. Bring an extra bottle of water if you are concerned. If you already have a porter, you can ask him/her to carry water as long as it is within the weight limit. Another option is to carry water purification tablets or LifeStraw, both of which can be found in Kathmandu.