Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu

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Day 2: In Kathmandu for permits

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Day 3: Fly to Bhadrapur, Drive to Ilam

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Day 4: Drive to Taplejung, Trek to Mitlung (921m)

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Day 5: Trek to Chirwa (1270)

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Day 6: Trek to Sekathum (1660m)

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Day 7: Trek to Amjilossa(2510m)

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Day 8: Trek to Gyabala (2730m)

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Day 9: Trek to Ghunsa (3595m)

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Day 10: Trek to Acclimatisation Day at Ghunsa (3595m)

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Day 11: Trek to Khambachen (4100m)

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Day 12: Acclimisation and rest day at Khambachen(4100m)

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Day 13: Trek to Lhonak (4785m)

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Day 14: Trek to Pangpema(5143m) and return to Lhonak

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Day 15: Return to Ghunsa

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Day 16: Trek to high camp before Mirgin La(4663m)

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Day 17: Cross Mirgin La (4663m) to trek to Tseram(3870m)

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Day 18: Day trip to Oktang, camp at Ramche
Day 19: Trek to Tortong

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Day 20: Trek to Yamphudin

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Day 21: Trek to Mamanke

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Day 22: Trek to Kande Bhanjang

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Day 23: Trek to Lali Kharka

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Day 24: Trek to Suketar

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Day 25: Drive to Bhadrapur

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Day 26: Fly to Kathmandu

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Day 27: Fly back home

What is Included?

​ All airport transfers from arrival to departure
​ Teahouse accommodation and three meals a day while trekking
Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Bhadrapu -Kathmandu as per itinerary)
​ All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (KCA, Restricted permit for Kanchenjunga)
​ An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek guide
​ Necessary porters to carry all personal gear and group equipment (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
​ Respective region (Kanchenjunga) trekking map
​ Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, transportation, food and accommodation
​ All government and local taxes
Farewell Dinner

What is Not Included?

Nepal entry Visa fees
Your travel insurance (compulsory)
International airfare and airport tax
Hotels in Kathmandu or Pokhara (if you need this service we are happy to help you booking your hotels as per your requirements.)
Trekking equipments
Tips for trekking staff
Items of personal expenses like hot shower, battery charge, telephone, beverage drinks, desserts, laundry etc.
Any other expenses which are not mentioned on the service included section.

Travel Insurance

Proof of travel insurance is mandatory before starting the trek. Standard policies often only cover medical evacuation to 4000m so make sure the policy you get covers up to 6000m. We usually suggest World Nomads which costs around $125. You only need to be covered on the policy for the days you will actually be trekking.

Extra Costs and Exclusions

Nepal entry visa ($40 USD). Sleeping Bag Rental $12 and Down Jacket $12 if needed. All the meals are included on the trek but we only include breakfast while you are in Kathmandu. We suggest a tip for the guide and porter after the trek - Plan on a at least $80 (more will be appreciated). We don't include drinking water on the trek which you can buy a number of places for between $1 and $3 a bottle (it gets more expensive towards base camp). A better solution is to buy water tablets in Kathmandu for around $2 and treat the water (your guide can help you find the good places to fill your water bottle). The other things not included on the trek are like Wifi, charging batteries and hot showers. Wifi is available in some tea houses for $3 to $5 an hour. Hot Showers are also available in a few for around $4 and charging costs about $1.50 an hour. Unforeseen cost due to flight cancellation, weather conditions etc. You are responsible for extra hotel nights ($30/night) and meals in Kathmandu for any extra days in Nepal due to flight delays.

Solo Travelers

We generally don't charge solo travelers any extra fees. Solo travelers can expect their own hotel room in Kathmandu but will need to share a room with other group members during the trek. If availability allows we will arrange private rooms on the trek as well upon request. If you are a solo travelers and planning and not joining one of our group treks you will be charged an extra $10 a day for a porter.

Cancellation Policies

We understand things happen and plans change and will refund your fund minus a 25% cancelation fee. Once we have booked your flight between Kathmandu and Lukla your deposit is non-refundable. If your travel dates change we can generally reschedule you at no extra charge, but please provide at least 7 days advance notice.

Head

* Sun hat or scarf
* Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
* Sunglasses
* Head torch

Upper Body

* Cotton t-shirts or thermals
* Fleece jacket
* Waterproof jacket
Down jacket

Lower Body

* Lightweight cotton pants (long)
* Waterproof pants

Feet

* Thin inner socks
* Thick, warm wool hiking socks
* Comfortable hiking boots

Hands

* Gloves

Accessories

* Sleeping bag rated to 0°C
* Trekking bag/duffel bag
* Large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag)
* Trekking poles (optional, recommended)
* Water bottle or camel bag
* Toiletries