Kanchenjunga norte y sur - 23 días

Kathmandu free day or you can make sighteeing yourself in valley includes several Hindu temples including of Pashupatinath, listed by UNESCO in World Heritage Site and the largest Buddhist Stupa, Bouddhanath. You can also visit the Monkey Temple Swyambhunath, built some 2000 years ago, and visit Patan, city of fine arts. In theevening you will be meeting with your trekking guide, checking the equipments and further discussion.

From Kathmandu we will take our flight for Bhadrapur. which takes about 55 min. It lies in northeastern part of Nepal. Bharatpur to Taplejug you will take local bus and over night Taplejung Bazzar.

We begin the trek by driving to Tapethok, which takes about 3-4 hours. After checking in at the KCAP checkpoint, we pass several villages. Reaching Pembu, it is anuphill climb for about two and a half hours to sekathum. There is a Near by KCAP headquarters in Lelop, and various grocery stores and tea shops. We will stay in a homestay here.

From Sakathum to Amjilosa it takes almost 5 hours. Initially our trek will be easy as we move through the flat land. Then our trek takes a form of steep uphill when you climb towards Amjilasa, a small rural area with few inhabitants and local shops known as “Bhattis," or tea shops. Overnight stay at guesthouse.

The trek to Gyabla (2730m) takes 5-6 hours. The path is quite interesting as we pass through the jungle. Most of the people who are living in this area follow Buddhist culture. Overnight stay at guesthouse.

To reach Ghunsa (3695m) as a trekking spot takes six hours. On the way, we pass through the jungles. The track leads to the settlement of natives. Here, many people are engaged in business like import and export in Tibet. In winter season they go to India for business. Overnight stay at guesthouse.

It takes about 6 and a half hours to reach Khambachen (4099m) from Ghunsa.

Kambachen is dense settlement of people who follow Tibetan culture. You will be fascinated with the art and architecture of Khambachen, which is inspired by Tibetan cultures. Overnight stay at guesthouse in Khambachen.

We spend today exploring the Khambachen as there are different things to experience here that can be only done by walking. We will spend the remaining day enjoying the place and resting for the trip ahead. Overnight stay at guesthouse.

Climb through the rocky boulder fields on the hillside along the riverbank until we reach a waterfall. Cross the bridge to Ramtang, and cross more small landslides before finally arriving to Lhonak. Overnight stay at guesthouse.

At morning start to treks to North base camp (5243m). The stunning peak which is considered as a main peak of Kanchenjunga and landscape of remaining peaks which make one of the largest mountains in the world.An interesting thing to see is the water that flows all the time from the gorge.You should trek back downward till Lhonak where you are delighted by gazing Mountains and Yaks. Overnight in Lhonak.

Now we descend by traveling through the jungle along the Kambachen River. In some places, we can see the mani walls and prayer flags hanging over the trees. At one point, we'll cross a wooden bridge.

We camped slightly before Mirgin La Pass. After a steep ascent through rhododendron forests, we reach Tamo La Pass, a ridge festooned with payer flags. As we go towrads another ridge crest, rising to 4115m, we have a nice view of Ghunsa River snaking along the north Kanchenjunga glacier. Continue to scramble up, enjoying the sight of Kanchenjunga west. Overnight at tea house.

After crossing the Mirgin La ascent to Sinon La (4660m) and another pass at 4700m, the tril descends towards Simbhu Khola Valley. It is an excellent place to organize an extra excursion. Visit Ramche Village (4620m) and into the Yalung glacier, towards its south base camp.

A rocky loose path follows the stream and climbs up to some mani walls (stones carved with Buddhist prayers). Rathong (6678m) and Kabru Dome (6700m) loom at the head of the valley. Climbing further alongside the moraine of Yalung Glacier to where the valley opens up as we approach Yalung at 4260m. Our trek climbs further along the moraine to a lake and a big meadow at Ramche. The view is dominated by the spectacular peak of Rathong. Herds of blue sheep live on the cliffs above our campsite.

After breakfast, we head back the same way we came to Tsaram, enjoying the scenery along the way.

We follow our way along the Simbua Khola to a campsite at Lamite Bhanjyang. There is a pond nearby at 3410m, which is a nice place to set up camp, although sometimes there may be a water shortage there. Overnight Trongden. 

Hike to Yamphudin (2080m) acquires 8 – 9 hours. The hiking starts after you take a walk into the jungles. Seeing the landslides on the way do not get frustrated as yamphudin trek is a rejoiced trek where you can see mixed and diverse communities of people; belonging to Limbu, Sherpas, Gurung and Rai ethnic groups. In the midst of the village you can see the fields of rice and corn. Moreover, there is a village with schools and shops where they supply in a negotiable price. Overnight stay in guest house.

In the beginning, you descend crossing the Omje Khola up to halfway. Then you begin ascending through a jungle of cardamom and orchid plants. You pass a small village where you can find different human settlements, small thatched roof houses and local shops with minimal supplies. From here, the trail steeply ascend to Khebang Danda before descending to Khebang village. Khebang is a comparatively big village where the local people follow the Hindu and Buddhist faiths. 

The trail starts descending to Jorepul and then begins to ascend. We will also trek along flat and low land, crossing paddy fields and thatched roof houses. There are many villages along the way where we can buy some snacks or lunch. 

After breakfast, we take a jeep ride from Hapu Khola to Ilam Bazaar. Overnight in Ilam Bazaar.

you take the flight back to Kathmandu, you will arrive the same day and the trip ends. Either way, we will have a celebratory dinner for you in the evening that you return to Kathmandu.

We will transport you to the airport. Thanks for trekking with Adventure Himalayan Travels. We look forward to seeing you again!