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Everest Region Trekking on Trek 8586, highlighting the majestic Everest Base Camp
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The tangible Shangri-La

Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek

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US$1,650
INR75,000

Trek Description

This trek will lead you to the least visited base camp of the world's third-highest mountain, where the mountains' souls are pure, where locals treat you as a guest not as a client, where the rhythm of life remains intact. You will be visiting two base camps; North (Pangpema, 5143m) & South (Oktang, 4730m) crossing three major passes; (in order from Ghunsa to Tseram) Sele La (4480m), Mirgin La (4646m) and Sinelapche Bhanjyang (4750m), (two more places with prayer flags as passes as well). Sinelapche Bhanjyang is the highest, whereas Mirgin La provides the best view with Makalu on the horizon.


 If you are looking for a remote and untouched, raw and pristine, wild and majestic, less crowded, off-the-beaten and adventurous trek, then definitely this trek is for you.

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Duration

18 days

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Max Elevation

5143m

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Group Size

Min. 2 pax

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Difficulty

strenuous

hiking

Trek Type

Trekking

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Best Season

Mar-May & Sep-Nov

Trek Starts FromSekathum
Day 1-2

Permit Preparation & Kathmandu Sightseeing

You will be received by our team member at TIA. He will transfer you to the 3-star hotel at Thamel in a private vehicle. You can stroll on the road of Thamel in the evening. Next day our team will prepare a permit. You can do the sightseeing tour of this fascinating city along with Hindu Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and bustling Durbar Square. “Kathmandu is a place with more temples than houses, more gods and goddesses than people, and more festivals than the number of days in a year” - Sir Kirk Patrick, the first-ever Britisher to visit Nepal.

Everest Base Camp Trek adventure with Trek 8586, exploring Everest Region
Day 3-4

Fly & Drive

We will fly to Bhardrapur (45 minutes) and drive to Taplejung. On the way, we will have a tea garden tour at Kanyam, Ilam. 

Next day we will have an off-road drive to Sekathum (4 hrs) from Taplejung.

Landscape view of kanyam, a tea hub of nepal
Day 5-8

Trek, Trek & Trek

From Sekathum our trek begins; we will be walking 5-6 hrs a day on average, gaining altitude of 500-700m per day. 

We will walk along the Ghunsa Khola, crossing over many bridges, through forests, and several waterfalls. 

We might spot the Red Panda on the way to Gyabla from Amjilosa if we are lucky enough. 

Passing through the wide range of flora and fauna of Phale will lead us to Ghunsa, the gateway to Kanchenjunga North Base Camp. 

Normally, trekkers stop at Ghunsa for acclimatization, but we have our acclimatization day at Khambachen.

River flowing across vibrant flowers at North Base Camp in the Kanchenjunga Region, creating a serene and picturesque landscape for trekkers in Eastern Nepal.
Day 9

Acclimatization & Rest Day

After several days of walking, we will rest at Khambachen. To adjust our bodies to the altitude, we will hike to Jannu viewpoints (4420m). From there, we can have a great view of Mt. Jannu (7710m) along with Mt. Sobitonje, Mt. Phole, Mt. Sharphu, and many more.
Night view of Mt. Kumbakarna from Khambachen in Kanchenjunga Region
Day 10-12

March to Pangpema & Descent

After acclimatization & rest day at Khambachen, we will move towards Lhonak, the last settlement with a few teahouses. Leaving our belongings behind at Lhonak, we will move toward the North Base Camp of Mt. Kanchenjunga, also known as Pangpema (5143m). We will catch a glance at mesmerizing Kanchenjunga as the reward for multiple days of trekking and return to Lhonak for an overnight stay. 

Then we will descend back to Ghunsa, walking 6.5-7.5 hrs a day next day.

Manoj Basnet with guests of Trek 8586 posing on Kanchenjunga Base Camp during their trek to Kanchenjunga Trek
Day 13-17

Kanchenjunga South Base Camp

From Ghunsa, it will take two days to reach Tseram, crossing high passes. The major passes are (in order from Ghunsa to Tseram) Sele La (4480m), Mirgin La (4646m), and Sinelapche Bhanjyang (4750m), (two more places with prayer flags as passes as well). Sinelapche Bhanjyang is the highest with an elevation, whereas Mirgin La provides the best view with Makalu on the horizon. 

These passes will be a bit challenging, but they will offer jaw-dropping vistas of mountains. This is also an area where some trekkers report seeing snow leopards. Leaving our belongings behind at Tseram, we will move toward the viewpoint of the South Base Camp of Mt. Kanchenjunga, also known as Oktang (4730m). 

We will catch a glimpse of mesmerizing Kanchenjunga with all its major peaks, along with Kabru, Rathong, and Koktang, and return to Tseram for an overnight stay. Then we will descend back to Yamphudin, walking 6.5-7.5 hrs a day.

Dark gray mountain peaks in the Kanchenjunga Region, showcasing the region's raw, natural beauty—a perfect backdrop for trekking adventures in Eastern Nepal.
Trek Ends On Yamphudin
Day 18-19

Drive & Fly

We will drive from Yamphudin, Taplejung to Kanyam, Ilam. Our overnight stay will be at Kanyam to avoid the heat and mosquitoes of Bhadrapur, Jhapa. 

The next day we will drive to Bhadrapur airport and fly back to Kathmandu. In the evening, we will have a farewell dinner.

Gate of Taplejung district in the Kanchenjunga Region, a gateway to unforgettable treks

Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek

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Inclusion

What's Included

  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • One porter for every two members during the trek
  • Domestic flights from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur and back
  • Entry fees and permits
  • Reserved vehicle
  • Accommodation
  • Meals (breakfast with 2 cups of tea/coffee, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
Exclusion

What's Not Included

  • International flights to and from Kathmandu
  • Lunch and dinner (other than out of package meals)
  • Extra nights in Kathmandu due to early arrival, late departure, or returning early from the mountain
  • Travel and rescue insurance

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