KANCHENJUNGA CIRCUIT TREKKING

A representative from Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. After arriving at your hotel you can rest and explore Thamel and buy anything you require for the trek.

Today we visit many historical and well-known sites in Kathmandu. Our guide will take you to the famous Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest Hindu temples in the world: The pagoda-shaped temple of Lord Shiva is visited by thousands of people every year. We will also visit the Boudhanath Stupa a place where pilgrims – both Buddhist and Hindu. This is one of the major Buddhist shrines in the world. Another place we visit is the famous Swoyambhunath Temple – also known as the monkey temple. Finally, we get to see the well known Durbar Square with its unique architecture and temples.

We depart on a morning flight (45 minutes) to Bhadrapur and then travel to Ilam, a well-known tea brand and Nepal’s largest tea plantation. We then drive for 7-9 hours before reaching Taplejung/Suketar where we will spend our second night. Breakfast Lunch and Dinner included.

Leaving Taplejung we trek through the flourishing green lower level hills passing by rivers and trekking along some steep ridges. Along the way, we pass through some traditional villages with their unique mud houses, rice fields, fruit trees, and terraced farms before heading down to the Tamur River where we head upstream passing along the way some out-of-the-way villages. We eventually reach the Tamang village of Sinuwa where we stay the night. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

After leaving Sinuwa Village the valley narrows as we traverse remnants of landslides and boulders before descending to Thiwakhola and then cross over a wooden bridge. The trail continues and follows the natural, but undulating, the contour of the terrain before reaching the market at Chiruwa. Leaving Chiruwa we take the trail next to the Tamur River before finally reaching Taplethok. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

After first climbing a spur we then descend to Simbua Khola and cross the bridge over the river – with its origin the Yalung Glacier. We again head along another ridge before reaching the Ghunsa Khola Valley. Once we reach the convergence of the Tamur River and Ghunsa Khola we continue on for a short time before making camp beside the river for the night. Breakfast Lunch and Dinner included.

After leaving Sakathum we trek northeast alongside the banks of the Ghunsa Khola and then climb higher in the direction of Kanchenjunga Base Camp. The trek takes us across an exposed landscape and a steep ascent to the Tibetan village of Amjilosa, where we spend the night. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Today the trail takes us through rhododendron and bamboo forests. Climbing higher we come to a huge waterfall on the side of the river that signals our path us to our objective – Gyable, with its magnificent views of the surrounding landscape. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.

After leaving Gyable the trail takes us through a large meadow, a small village, and a small hill. We then head downhill, crossing a river before reaching Gunsa Village, a large Tibetan village with traditional wooden houses, a school, health post, and its own hydroelectricity power plant. The village is within the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area has several Gompas (Buddhist fortifications) where people rest and exchange tales of their journey. Tonight we stay in Gunsa, the very last village in the valley. Breakfast, lunch, and Dinner Included.

Ghunsa is an ideal location and at a high enough altitude for us to acclimatize. It is recommended that during the acclimatization period we do not remain idle. In order to do this, we trek across the river to an altitude of 400 metres above the village, taking around 4 hours return For the remainder of the day we will wander around this Tibetan village, chatting to the locals and absorbing their rich culture. Breakfast Lunch and Dinner Included.

After leaving Ghunsa we trek through stunning pine and rhododendron forests taking the south bank of the Ghunsa Khola and its, with numerous chortens and mani walls. Trekking across several slopes and glacier moraines we reach Khambachen - today’s destination, a tiny Tibetan village with only a few houses, but encompassed by mountains. Tonight we stay in this quaint village. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

After reaching the source of the Ghunsa Khola, we trek along the north side of the Kanchenjunga Glacier and then take the trail on flat terrain past the Lhonak Glacier until we reach today’s destination, Lhonak. At this elevation, the air is crisp and cold, but we are compensated with awesome views of Wedge peak, Mera peak, Nepal peak, and Twins, that will leave you spell-bound!. Tonight we stay at Lhonak. Breakfast Lunch and Dinner Included.

After leaving Lhonak we head in an easterly direction still staying close to the Lhonak Glacier on the northern ridges until we reach Kanchenjunga Base Camp at Pangpema where photo opportunities abound of the huge surrounding mountains. After this breathtaking experience we return to Lhonak for the night. Breakfast Lunch and Dinner included.

Today we return to Ghunsa following the same route we took to reach Kanchenjunga Base Camp. We will stay here for the night. Breakfast, lunch, and Dinner included.

Today’s trek takes us via a precipitous, rock-strewn trail that passes through a forest that takes us to High Camp. We spend the night just beyond the pass at Sele la Kharka. is just above the high pass where we spend the night. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Today is one of the most memorable on the trek as we traverse two passes, the Sele La pass (4480m) and Sinion La Pass (4660m). After passing through Sinion La Pas we descend for about 1000m until we reach Tseram where we will stay the night. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

After leaving Tseram we trek through the terminus of Yalung Glacier into a washed-out valley. The peaks of this region span Nepal- India border. There is a lake and a meadow in Ramche. Blue sheep can also be seen on the grassy slopes. From Ramche, we move through rocky trails and moraines to finally reach Oktang Glacier. From, there we trace the trail back to Ramche for the night. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

After leaving Ramche, we retrace our steps on the same trail back to Tseram where we spend the night. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Today we descend again on the same trail back to Simbuwa Khola It is much easier going heading back, giving us more time to admire the awesome views and wild orchids as we make our way through the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area. Tonight we stay at Tortong Village. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Today’s trek takes us through Lamite Bhanjyang and its dense pine forest On this trail we may hear the chorus of many birds. After crossing the Amji Khola we descend to Yamphudin where we spend the night. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

As we descend today we follow the trail alongside the Kabeli Khola. Numerous waterfalls can be seen on the trail. Tonight we stay at Phumphe. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

After leaving Phumphe, we climb along a ridge before descending through a succession of valleys just past Phun Village. The next phase of the journey takes us through Kesawa, and then passes through the Gurung village of Bhanjyang. We then follow a ridge and descend to the Limbu village of Kande Bhanjung. Tonight we camp on the banks of the Pha Khola. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Today is our final day of trekking taking us to Suketar in the Taplejung district. There is a fair amount of climbing today that will leave us exhausted before our overnight stay in Taplejung. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

After yesterday’s tiring trek we have time to relax on our long drive to Birtamod in the Jhapa District after a 7-9 hour journey. Our overnight stay is in Birtamod, only a short distance from our departure tomorrow from Bhadrapur. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Up bright and early we fly to Kathmandu. Tonight we can unwind, reminisce and share the highs and lows of our epic journey through some of the most rugged regions of Nepal. You may wish to enjoy the nightlife in Thamel, a popular tourist spot for tourists. Breakfast included.

Our representative will take you to Tribhuvan International Airport and bid you farewell. On your flight, you can look back on your journey and plan your next great escape to the wilderness regions of Nepal!

A representative from Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. After arriving at your hotel you can rest and the explore Thamel and buy anything you require for the trek.

We depart on a morning flight (45 minutes) to Bhadrapur and then travel to Ilam, a well known tea brand and Nepal’s largest tea plantation. We then drive for 4 hours before reaching Taplejung where we will spend our second night.

Today we have a four to five hour trek ahead of us in the Panchthar District in the Mechi Zone of eastern Nepal. The trail is undulating and passes through lush green forests until we reach Lali Kharka where we stay the night.

After an early breakfast we follow the trail that ascends to Simbu Village and then have a steep ascent to Kande Bhanjyang Village. Along the trail we pass through several small village and forested areas before reaching Kande Bhanjyang Village where we stay the night.

Today’s trail takes us up a steep hillside passing terraced farmlands situated high above Kabbeli Khola (river). The trail is undulating, passing through valleys and across hillsides. We will stop for lunch along the way and after lunch pass through Anpan Village before descending to c Kashawa Khola (river) which we cross and then begin climbing up through the fields until we reach Phumphe Danda Village where we stay overnight.

The trail today follows the contours of the hillside above the Kabeli Khola (river), traversing small rivers and valleys. There are several great places to stop and take a dip in the river as we follow it until reaching Yamphudin Village. We will also stop beside the river for lunch. We will stay at Yamphudin in a guest house tonight.

Our trail today leads us through cooling forests and along the way offers amazing views of the Himalayas. The trail follows the Amji Khola. Further down the trail we cross Lassiya Bhanjyang Pass before reaching Tortong where we will stay the night in a guest house.

We start our two to three-hour trek today following a trail next to the Simbuwa Khola (river) and on through Lalung Valley with Tuplung Peak visible along the way. We pass through dense rhododendron forests and have occasional views of the brilliant glassy-white Yalung Glacier. We stay overnight at Cheram.

The trail today heads to Ramche, but before reaching there we come to the base of the Yalung Glacier. The trail is through the valley and has some views of several Himalayan peaks. Just prior to reaching Ramche we pass through Lapsang Village. We stay the night at Ramche.

We have a short three to four hour trek ahead of us today as we follow the river and then cross the moraine on Kanchenjunga's southern face. Further down the trail we can see Jannu Himal and continue to Oktang Monastery. From Oktang Monastery we climb higher until we reach Yalung Base Camp where the views of Kumbakarna (Jannu), Nyukla Lachung are absolutely jaw-dropping. We stay the night at

We have a six to seven hour trek ahead of us today, first crossing  Sinelapche Bhanjyang Pass (4646m) and later through  Sinion La Pass (4440m). We then ascend to the final pass of our day, Sele La Pass. Tonight we camp at Sele La Pass.

We start our four to five hour trek heading north to Tangbgharma Danda following a trail adorned with prayer flags. We then pass through birch, rhododendron and pine forests before arriving at Ghunsa where we stay the night.

The trail today is about five to six hours and ascends to the south of Ghunsa Khola (river) crossing the broad river flats until we reach the elevated pastures on the north banks of the river. Along the trail we have magical views of. Mt Jannu. Once we arrive at the small Tibetan village of Kambachen we find ourselves surrounded by mountains. Tonight we stay here in a guest house.

Our trail of around five to six hours today crosses a rocky landscape until we reach Ramtang Village (4240m) then crosses to the northwest of the Kanchenjunga Glacier before reaching Lhonak, situated on a sandy plain with magnificent mountain views surrounding us. Tonight we will find a sheltered area to set up our tents in this arid windswept region.

From Lhonak we have a five to six-hour trek to Kanchenjunga Base Camp. The trail follows close to the enormous Kanchenjunga Glacier. Along the trail we pass Pangpema Village. From base camp we have some great views of. Mt. Kanchenjunga, Jannu Himal, and other snow-clad Himalayan peaks. We then descend to Lhonak where we stay the night.

Today we return on a six to seven hour trek to Ghunsa, via Kambache, following the same route we took to reach Kanchenjunga Base Camp. We will stay here for the night.

After an hour’s trek we descend to Phale, home to several monasteries and juniper forests until arriving at a grassy hillside where the tiny village of Amjilosa lies. We stay here in a guest house tonight.

Today the trail initially takes us to the small village of Solima and then crosses the Ghunsa Khola (river). We continue along the trail and then reach Sukathum Village. We pass through several other small villages until after seven to eight hours trekking we reach Chirwa where we stay the night.

The trail today passes through more lush forests with unique examples of various flora and fauna. Our trek today lasts for about eight to nine hours before we reach the quaint village of Taplejung where we stay in a guest house overnight. On our way, we can witness a lush forest filled with flora and fauna. About 8-9 hours of long walk we reach to a picturesque village, Taplejung, where we stay in a guest house overnight.

The nine to ten hour road trip takes us through many small valleys and through villages until we reach Bhadrapur where we stay in a guest house for the night.

Today we have a 30-minute scenic flight back to Kathmandu and have our final glimpses of the majestic snow-covered mountains. Sherpa Expedition and Trekking will take you back to your hotel.