Outline itinerary
| Day |
Itinerary |
Maximum Altitude |
Walking/Hiking Time |
| Day1 |
Arrive in Kathmandu |
– |
– |
| Day2 |
Trek preparation and 3 Temple tour |
– |
– |
| Day3 |
Flight to Bhadrapur, then Drive to Taplejung |
1820m/5971ft |
8-9 hrs |
| Day4 |
Taplejung to Sekathum |
1650m/5413ft |
39km/ 5-6 hrs |
| Day5 |
Trek from Sekathum to Amjilosa |
2498m/8195ft |
9km/ 5-6 hrs |
| Day6 |
Trek from Amjilosa to Gyabla |
2725m/8940ft |
8km/4-5 hrs |
| Day7 |
Gyabla to Khambachen |
4145m/13599ft |
10km/ 5-6 hrs |
| Day8 |
Ghunsa to Khambachen |
4145m/13599ft |
11km/ 5-6 hrs |
| Day9 |
Acclimatization Day |
– |
– |
| Day10 |
Khambachen to Lhonak |
4792m/15721ft |
10km/4-5 hrs |
| Day11 |
Hike to Kanchenjunga North base camp (Pang Pema) and return to Lhonak |
5143m/16873ft |
9km/ 6-7 hrs |
| Day12 |
Lhonak to Ghunsa |
3415m/11204ft |
21km/ 7-8 hrs |
| Day13 |
Ghunsa to Sekathum |
1650m/5413ft |
6-7 hrs |
| Day14 |
Sekathum to Kanyam, Ilam |
1210m/3969ft |
6-7 hrs |
| Day15 |
Drive from Ilam to Bhadrapur and afternoon flight back to Kathmandu |
1400m/4593ft |
– |
| Day16 |
Free from Program |
– |
– |
DETAILS ITINERARY:
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m)
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be warmly greeted with traditional Dhaka Khada and transferred to the hotel in (Check in at 1400 Hrs).
Reminder of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Kathmandu (No Meal)
Day 2: Half day city tour & Trek preparation (1400m)
Today, your guide will meet you during the day to collect your original passport for permit preparation. They will also check your trekking equipment and then we will visit temples around Kathmandu Valley.
Pashupatinath Temple: Pashupatinath Temple is in Kathmandu. It’s dedicated to Lord Shiva. UNESCO lists it. It features pagoda-style architecture. It showcases intricate carvings. It stands by the Bagmati River. Daily rituals take place. Devotees frequent it.
Boudhanath Stupa: one of the world’s largest, draws visitors for its religious importance. Encircling the base are 108 niches with statues of the Dhyani Buddha Amitabha, symbolizing enlightenment stages. It holds significance for Tibetan Buddhists and locals alike.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Kathmandu (Includes: breakfast)
Day 3: Flight to Biratnagar, drive to Taplejung (1820m/5971ft, 8-9 hrs drive)
Today we will fly from Kathmandu to Biratnagar in a domestic flight of about 40 minutes. We will take a local jeep and drive through Tamor corridor via Dharan.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Taplejung (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 4: Taplejung to Sekathum (1650m/5413ft, 39km,5-6 hrs drive)
We will start our drive, which takes about 5-6 hours, from Taplejung to Sekathum, approximately 39 km away. The roads may be narrow and winding. By traveling along the Tamor River and passing through some bridges, we will eventually reach Sekathum. Reminder of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay at Sekathum (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 5: Trek from Sekathum to Amjilosa (2498m/8195ft, 9km,5-6 hrs trek)
We will Start our hike to Kanchenjunga North Base Camp today. We commence the trek from Sekathum to Amjilosa crossing several suspension bridges and walking through Rhododendron forests. With the walk uphill and downhill, passing several little settlements, we will reach Amjilosa in about 5 to 6 hours. We will stay at Amjilosa overnight.
Overnight stay at Amjilosa (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 6: Trek from Amjilosa to Gyabla (2725m/8940ft, 7km, 4-5 hrs trek)
Today, we’ll hike to Amjilosa, departing from Sekathum and following the Ghunsa Khola riverbank. We will walk through the forest track, and there is a rare chance that we can spot a red panda. Ambling along the trail, we can see the splendid view of the snow-capped mountains. After about 4 to 5 hours of walking, according to our pace, we will reach Gyabla village, where we stay for the night.
Overnight stay at Gyabla (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 7: Gyabla to Ghunsa (3415m/11204ft, 10km, 5 hrs trek)
After breakfast, we’ll continue our journey toward Ghunsa, following a trail through the forest. Along the way, we may meet other trekkers heading to and from Pangpema, Kanchenjunga North Base Camp. We might also encounter Himalayan yaks carrying loads up and down the trail. After approximately 5 hours of trekking, we’ll reach our destination for the day, Ghunsa.
Overnight stay at Ghunsa (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 8: Ghunsa to Khambachen (4145m/13599ft, 10km,5-6 hrs trek)
The trekkers stop at Ghunsa to acclimatize their bodies and hike to Ghunsa Viewpoint. But we will make our way to Khambachen , strolling through the open pine forest. Passing through the villages like Rambuk Kharka and Lyakep, enjoying the vista of Jannu, Temachungi, Pholesobi Thongje, and many more, we will get to Khambachen.
Overnight stay at Khambachen (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 9: Acclimatization Day
Today, we’ll spend the acclimatizing day in Khambachen. The village provides spectacular views of the Jannu, Nagphu, and Sarphu ranges, as well as Nupchu. You can explore the village, or hike up to the Janu Viewpoint.
Overnight stay at Khambachen (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 10: Khambachen to Lhonak (4792m/15721ft, 10km,4-5 hrs trek)
Following the trail along the bank of Ghunsa Khola, we’ll move closer to Kanchenjunga North Base Camp.Getting to Ramdang, we can see the stunning vistas of Kanchenjunga, Ramtang, Gimmigela, and many more. Walking along the side of Kanchanjunga Glacier and across the path through Dry Lake, we will reach Lhonak.
Overnight stay at Lhonak (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 11: Hike to Kanchenjunga North base camp (Pang Pema) (5143m/16873ft) and return to Lhonak (9km,6-7 hrs trek)
Today, we will be at the base camp of the World’s third-highest mountain, Mt. Kanchenjunga. We start our day trip to Pang Pema, Kanchenjunga North base camp, with glorious views of the mountains en route. After spending some hours at the base camp with the prayer flags and the splendid views of the Himalayas, we will return to Lhonak.
Overnight stay at Lhonak (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 12: Lhonak to Ghunsa (3415m/11204ft, 21km,7-8 hrs trek)
We’ll retrace our steps from the breathtaking Kanchenjunga Base Camp, we will start our way down to Ghunsa. Relishing the rhododendron forests and vistas of the mountains, we will reach Ghunsa.
Overnight stay at Ghunsa (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 13: Ghunsa to Sekathum (1650m/5413ft,6-7 hours)
Today we will walk downhill to Sekathum. The walk is longer, so we will begin our trek earlier. Passing through the track of the bank of Ghunsa Khola and crossing Phale, Gyabala, Amjilosa, and Ghaiyabari, we will reach Sekathum.
Overnight stay at Sekathum (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 14: Sekathum to Kanyam, Ilam (1210m,3969ft,6-7 hrs drive)
As we leave the mountains behind, carrying with us the memories and the cool breezes, we’ll board our jeep and head to Kanyam in Ilam, a renowned tea cultivation region. Kanyam is a popular destination and you’ll find it bustling with domestic tourists.
Overnight stay at Kanyam (Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 15: Drive from Ilam to Bhadrapur and afternoon flight back to Kathmandu (1400m/4593ft)
We will visit the tea cultivation area for a while and drive to Bhadrapur Airport. In the late afternoon, we’ll take a 45 to 50-minute flight from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, we’ll check into our hotel
In the evening, we come together for a special farewell dinner at a traditional Nepalese restaurant.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Kathmandu (Includes: breakfast, dinner)
Day 16: Departure
We will meet you at the hotel and you’ll be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport for your journey to next destination.
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