20 Days Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek

Namaste! Nepal is ready to welcome you in its enchanting Himalayan landscape. One of our Everest Summit Treks team members will meet you at the exit from the TIA and after assistance with your bags, he will drive you through the busy capital to your appointed hotel.

Please take some moment to recover after a long international flight. Once all the hikers of our  Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek are in a hotel, our guide will come and meet each and every one. Then he will define you the details of our Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek tinerary.

You will have the evening free to walk along the Kathmandu street, delve into the tasty cuisine and you can even see the night illumination of the Boudhanath stupa, if desired

We will take a scenic flight to Bhadrapur from Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport. We may also take in breath-taking views of verdant hills and other beautiful settings while flying to Bhadrapur. The flight covers 621 kilometers between Kathmandu and Bhadrapur in around 40 to 45 minutes.

The beginning of our journey is also in Bhadrapur City. It takes 7 to 8 hours to drive from Bhadrapur to Taplejung, which is 241 kilometers away. We will go through Kanyam in a shared Jeep. On the road to Taplejung, we pass tea fields along the Mechi Highway. We reach Sekthum, the beginning of the Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek, the next day.

Numerous forests, farms, pastures, lakes, rivers, glaciers, and other attractive elements may be found in Taplejung. Pathibhara Devi Temple, also known as Mukkumlung Mangham, is a well-known sacred location on Taplejung Hill.Stay at the guest home for the night.

After spending the night in Taplejung, we ride together in a Jeep for five or six hours to Sekathum. As we descend to the Tamur River, we will progressively traverse the rural settlements in the area, which include rice fields, terrace farms, and mud houses.

We will ascend to the Ghunsa Khola Valley after leaving the steep mountainside. After more climbing, we will finally reach the meeting point of the Tamur and Ghunsa Khola rivers. We will next ascend to Sakalathum and spend the night at the Guest House.

We will trek up a trail from Sakathum to Amjilosa in the morning after waking up to a beautiful sunrise. We shall next trek northeast along the Ghunsa Khola’s banks till we arrive at our destination. Furthermore, we will progressively increase our altitude as we get closer to the Kanchenjunga Base Camp. After a strenuous hike, you will reach the beautiful Tibetan town of Amjilosa. We will remain at the Guest House.

We will travel through bamboo and rhododendron forests on picturesque pathways from Amjilosa to Gyabla. We will reach a spectacular waterfall after some time spent crawling uphill. You can explore and take pictures of the waterfall for a while. The second leg of our trip leads us to Gyabla, where we will spend the day, at the river’s side. While you sleep at the local guest house nearby, you may take in breathtaking views of the snow-capped mountains in the area.

The trail then leads to several quaint trails that meander through a lovely forest. After leaving Gyabla, we will pass through a small settlement before climbing a hill. After a few hours of hiking, we will go to Ghunsa by the river trail. The quaint Tibetan town of Ghunsa features stone-paved dwellings, a school, and a health center.

It also has a hydroelectric power facility. The village is also located within the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area. You can speak with them, listen to their stories, and observe how they go about their daily lives in the countryside. The area is also home to several Buddhist forts and temples. We will spend the night at the Ghunsa teahouse.

An essential part of this long-distance trekking experience is acclimatization. You will acclimate at different locations along the course to help your body adjust to the high-altitude circumstances. The area surrounding Ghunsa has a number of acclimatization sites. You will not be idle in Ghunsa, even on days of acclimatization; you will walk around for a while.

At 400 meters above the hamlet, you will climb to a beautiful river. It takes roughly four hours to hike to and from that viewpoint. Snow-capped mountains, glaciers, hills, and mountain valleys may all be seen from this location. To witness its beautiful local communities and rich cultural legacy, you can also travel to the Tibetan village of Ghunsa.

After leaving Ghunsa, we will pass through a variety of rhododendron and pine forests. We shall stroll along the Ghunsa Khola’s southern bank, which is lined with chortens, mani walls, and a large number of monasteries.

In addition, until we get to Khambachen, we will traverse hills and glacier moraines. With its Tibetan heritage and breathtaking vistas of snow-capped mountains in every direction, Khambachen is a beautiful town. We will rest and spend the night at a guesthouse.

After breakfast, we will begin our trek to Lhonak, which will begin with a hike to the source of the Ghunsa Khola, then continue north along the Kanchenjunga glacier, climbing through grassland to the Lhonak Glacier. The view from the ridge is stunning, with the Mera, Nepal Peak, Twin Peak, and other peaks appearing incredible from this vantage point. You will stay the night at a guest house in Lhonak.

We will leave for Lhonak after breakfast to start our early-morning hike. As we go along many northern slopes, you will be treated to a breathtaking panorama of the snow-capped mountains. Before arriving at the Pang Pema base camp, there is a trail that offers a view of the spectacular Lhonak glaciers.

From the base camp, stunning views of mountains may be seen in all directions. While touring the area, you can capture some amazing photos of it. A breathtaking vista of subtropical lowlands, mountain glaciers, and rhododendron forests can be seen from the Kanchenjunga base camp.

Because this part of the walk requires a lot of physical effort, you should have had previous high-altitude training or experience. The north face base camp, also called Pangpema (5,100), is located above the glacier and provides stunning views of Kanchenjunga and Yalung Kang/Kanchenjunga West (8,505m). Take your time admiring these magnificent landscapes. We will return to Lhonak along the same route and stay overnight at the Guest House.

We will continue on the same route from Lhonak to Ghunsa. On the other hand, you will get fresh knowledge about the area and enjoy stunning vistas of its snow-capped mountains. The path is interspersed with additional cultural landmarks, such as mani walls and chortens. Once you get in Ghunsa, you will stay the night at a guest house.

We shall begin our trip to Sele le Kharka in Ghunsa. Beautiful pathways meander along roadways dotted with rocks and steep inclines. While traveling to the High Camp, we will walk through a beautiful forest. Just above Sele la Kharka, we shall traverse a high pass. We will stay overnight in a guest house in Sele la Kharka.

We will climb to the stunning Sele le Pass after breakfast and sunrise viewing. After that, we will traverse two passes: Sele La (4480 m) and Sinion (660 m). The path will cross Sele la LasPasse and then descend 1000m to Tseram. After arriving in Tseram, we will spend the night at a nearby guest home with breathtaking views of the snow-capped mountains and other types of natural diversity.

We will hike to Oktang Base Camp from Tseram. We will make our way to an eroded valley through the snout of the Yalung Glacier. The trail then leads to the region’s stunning geological formations and snow-capped mountains. Beautiful mountain vistas of the Nepal-India border may also be seen from the vantage point.

We can enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains after we arrive at the Oktang base camp. After taking some breathtaking photos in the region, you can head down to Ramche. Mt. Kangchenjunga Main (8,586 m), Yalung Kang (8,505 m), Kangchenjunga Central (8,482 m), and Kanchenjunga South (8,476 m) are the four main Kangchenjunga summits that are visible from Oktang Base Camp. Four such high points thus closely distanced from one other are only found in the Himalayas.

Even though the view from this base camp is not as spectacular as the one from the Pangpema base camp, you will still be enthralled by the surrounding natural splendor. You will pass a beautiful lake and meadow on your way back to Ramche. To get to Ramche.

The hike from Tseram to Tortong is not too difficult. After a short descent from Tseram, the route splits in two. While the trail on the right will take you to Sele Le Pass, the trail on the left will return you to that location. After passing Simbuwa Khola and entering a rhododendron forest, the trail finally leads to Tortong. In Tortang, we stay the night in a teahouse.

The trip to Yamapudhin from Tortang will take six to seven hours. Yamphudin’s rich cultural legacy is well known, and its people continue to celebrate and perform their traditional customs. We stay in the Guest House for the nigh

IIam, a stunning location with sloping tea gardens, verdant forests, sacred locations, and a unique culture, is a long trip from Yamahpudin. It is well-liked by travelers. You might explore the lovely flora there for a while.Spend the night at the guest house.

Finally, we will fly from Bhadrapur back to Kathmandu. Before taking a plane to Kathmandu, we will go by car from Illam to Bhadrapur. To get to Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, we will fly across a breathtakingly picturesque landscape. You have the option of sleeping in a hotel or strolling around this historic city’s breathtaking sights.In Kathmandu, you make your own hotel reservations.

Our company representative Everest Summit Treks & Expedition will take you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way home you’ll have plenty of time to plan your nearest next adventure and explore the most magnificent mountains of Nepal