Muir's Tours - Kanchenjunga Trek

Nepal – Eco Trekking
Kanchenjunga Trek

24 Days trekking in the magnificent Kanchenjunga region

Kanchenjunga, the world's third highest mountain, lies on Nepal's eastern border with Sikkim. It is a beautiful, unspoilt wilderness area which boasts some of the most impressive mountain scenery on Earth.

This wonderful trek begins and ends at the small airstrip at Sukhetar (Taplejung), which lies in the remote north east corner of Nepal. It takes you through fascinating villages and pristine forests to the awe-inspiring South Face Base Camp at Ramche, before crossing the Mirgin La to the north side of Kanchenjunga and the Pang Pema base camp.

The magnificent mountain views, traditional villages, cascading mountain rivers and scarcity of other trekkers combine to make this trek a glorious and unforgettable experience.

ITINERARY                                                        Travel Advice

Day 01 Fly from Kathmandu to Biratnagar.

Day 02 Fly to Suketar, trek to Lali Kharka (2220m)

Day 03 Trek to Keswa (2100m)

Day 04 Trek to Mamanke (2000m)

Day 05 Trek to Yamphudin (1650m)

Day 06 Trek to Lamite jungle camp (2920m)

Day 07 Trek to Torontan (3080m)

Day 08 Trek to Tseram (3750m)

Day 09 Trek to Ramche (4360m)

Day 10 Ramche - Exploration

Day 11 Trekking beyond the Mirgin La

Day 12 Trek to Gunsa (3475m)

Day 13 Trek to Khambachen (4040m)

Day 14 Trek to Lhonak (4790m)

Day 15 Trek to Pang Pema (5140m)

Day 16 Pang Pema rest day

Days 17 & 18 Retreat back to Gunsa (3430m)

Day 19 Trek to Kyapra (2300m)

Day 20 Trek to Sakathum (1600m)

Day 21 Trek to Chirwa (1180m)

Day 22 Trek to Phurumba

Day 23 Trek to Taplejung - Suketar (2300m)

Day 24 Flight to Kathmandu via Biratnagar.

                                                                                          Travel Advice
Price indication per person:

if 2 in the group - GB£1000 - £1150 / US$1600 - $1800

if 3 – 5 in the group - GB£944 - £1050 / US$1500 - $1750

if 6 – 9 in the group - GB£899 - £950 / US$1450 - $1700

if 10 – 12 in the group - GB£850 - £925 / US$1350 - $1650   

                                                                                                                        Email for current price

You can book as an individual, but we need a minimum of 2 for the trek to proceed at these prices. The final price you pay will depend upon the ultimate size of the group.

What is included
Fully supported tented camping by our Sherpa crew, which includes all the food you’ll need and tea / coffee.
Special permit & national park fees, All internal private transfers. Transportation of staff & equipment. Return airfare Kathmandu / Biratnagar / Taplejung. One night in a hotel at Biratnagar on full board basis - twin sharing.

What is not included
The price allows for joining in Kathmandu and includes everything stated, except; international airfare, all meals and accommodation in Kathmandu, personal insurance, visa fees, vaccination costs, personal clothing and equipment, all items of a personal nature and all alcoholic & soft drinks.

Airfare (from the UK)
As a guide, the international airfare should be in the range £500 - £650 (high season) for economy class.

Visas
A visa is required for Nepal and this will cost £20. We will send the form to you on receipt of your booking.

Travel Insurance
Comprehensive personal insurance, including search and rescue is required on this trip.  (UK clients only) We recommend the policies of the British Mountaineering Council, for their expertise in evacuation from remote areas worldwide. Details at www.thebmc.co.uk  We are unable to advise anyone who lives outside of the UK about insurance matters.