Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trekking is a scenic and remote trek to the Yalung side of Kanchenjunga, combining diverse mid-hill villages, alpine forests, glacier views, and high mountain wilderness.
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Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trekking
Trip Information
- Trip Duration 13 days
- Trip Grade Moderate to Challenging
- Destination Nepal
- Max. Altitude 4,730 m
- Start/End Kathmandu - Kathmandu
- Trip Type Trekking
- Transport Bus/Jeep + Trek
- Best Season Spring & Autumn
Major Highlights
- Kanchenjunga South Base Camp region exploration
- Yalung Glacier views near Ramche
- Remote trekking trail through Lalikharka, Yamphudin, Tortong, and Tseram
- Blend of cultural villages and alpine landscapes
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Itinerary
Day 01: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley, including UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and night bus to Ilam.
Day 02: Drive from ilam to Taplejung and Lalikharka. (2420m).
Day 03: Lalikharka to Khesewa (2120m), 6-7 hours.
Day 04: Kheseuwa to Pumpe Dada (1785m), 6-7 hours.
Day 05: Trek from Pumpe Dada to Yamphudin (2080m), 2-3 hours.
Day 06: Trek from Yamphudin to Tortong (2995m), 7-8 hours.
Day 07: Trek from Tortong to Tseram ( Cheram) and hike up to Lake (3870m), 6-7 hours.
Day 08: Trek from Tseram to Ramche and explore Yalung Glacier, (4580m), 7-8 hours.
Day 09: Rest day for exploration around Ramche and Kanchenjunga South Base Camp, (4730m)
Day 10: Retreat trek from Ramche to Tortong,(2995m).
Day 11: Trek from Tortong to Ranipul, (1550m) 6-7 hours.
Day 12: Drive from Ranipul to Taplejung (4 hours) and Taplejung to Ilam (4 hours), (1150m).
Day 13: Drive from Ilam to Kathmandu.
Trip Map
What's Included
- International and domestic airport transfers
- All ground transportation by Jeep, Van or bus (Kathmandu to Trekking starting point & trekking ending point to Kathmandu)
- Domestic airfare (Kathmandu-Bhadrapur-Kathmandu) including airport tax
- 4 Nights accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu
- Two man tent, dining tent, toilet tent, table & chairs, shower tent, kitchen utensils, mattresses
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner with hot drinks and tea/coffee
- Cook, kitchen helpers and necessary porters (each porter carries 20kg load)
- All wages, equipment, food, medical and accident insurances for involved crew in trekking
- Camp Site reservation at every location during the trek
- TIMS (trekking information management system)
- Kanchenjunga conservation area entry permit fee
- Kanchenjunga area special permit fee
- Government taxes & office service charge
- English speaking trekking guide and necessary number of porter’s
- First aid medical kit
- Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
What's not
Included
- Nepal entry visa (You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. A multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 50 or equivalent in foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 125. Please bring 2 passport-size photos)
- Lunch and Dinner during your stay in Kathmandu hotel Any packed food/snacks, energy drinks, water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria-bars Items of personal nature, laundry expenses, tips
- Expenses incurred towards usage of landline phone, mobiles, walkie-talkies, satellite phones and internet
- Clothing packing items or bags, personal medical kit
- Personal trekking gear (Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags)
- Personal Travel insurance
- International airfare
Useful Information
This route is in a restricted and remote trekking area; proper permits, weather planning, and suitable trekking gear are important for comfort and safety.
All Inclusive Price
USD 1699
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