Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trek
Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trek
Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trek
16 Days Starting in Kathmandu and ending in kathmandu
Visiting: Kathmandu, Taplejung, khesewa,taplejung, Phumpe danda,taplejung, Yamphudin, Lase danda,Taplejung, Tseram,Kachenjunga, Ramche, Lamite,taplejung, Khebang taplung , Hapu khola,taplejung, Ilam
Tour operator:
Tour code:
XX17
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 10
Age range:
15-75
Special diets catered:
Jain, Meat, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Private Available:
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Tour Overview
Nepal’s second highest peak and the third highest in the world, Kanchenjunga is located in the northeastern corner of the Taplejung district. Its main ridges form a natural boundary between two states, as well as a watershed to several important rivers. Twelve miles north of Kanchenjunga is the Tibetan frontier. This runs along the main watershed of the Himalayas, separating the arid plateau of Tibet to the north and the more fertile and rain washed country to the south. Kanchenjunga is a mountain of sheer beauty. It is great enough to posses its own glaciers radiating from its several summits. Though surrounded by many peaks, the glaciers which flow far down to the fringes of the tropical forests are the undisputed possession of Kanchenjunga. It is the only mountain that displays its glories to the world at large. Only those who can afford the time and expenses necessary to penetrate the remote fastness from which they spring can view the glories of Everest, but Kanchenjunga is to be seen easily from anyone in the lower foothills.Kanchenjunga not only breaks the force of the monsoon, but protects the main watershed to the north from its onslaught to a great extent. The result of this is an extra ordinary variation of scenery and climate with in a small area. The dry, almost dusty hill at the head of the Lhonak Valley, The Dodang Nyima range and the plateau of Tibet beyond are in striking contrast to the valley that radiates southward from Kanchenjunga, for here is a dry reddish brown country with a snow level appreciably higher and glaciers considerably smaller than those of Kanchenjunga and its immediate neighbours. There is probably no other mountain where the mountaineer is exposed to greater dangers than he is on Kanchenjunga, for he not only has the ice avalanches to contend with, but general uncertain weather as well.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Kathmandu
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, the Adventure Himalayan representatives will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. After refreshment, you will be briefed in short about your tour by our guide or tour leader. If you have any questions or doubts about your trip then they should be asked and clarified at this time. Overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 2 : Free Day In Kathmandu
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Free day in kathmandu or sightseeing yourself. Kathmandu Valley includes several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Pashupatinath, Buddhist stupa in Boudhanath. We can also visit Swyambhunath, also known as Monkey Temple, built in 2000 years old. Finally, we can visit Patan, city of fine arts. In the afternoon, you will be meeting with your trekking guide and will check all the necessary things. Overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 3 : Flight From Kathmandu To Taplejung Then Trek To Lali Kharak (1880M)
Location: Taplejung
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We will take an early flight from Kathmandu to Taplejung (or Bhadrapur, then drive to Taplejung) (roughly 40min). We will then begin our trek to Lali Kharak. Overnight in guest house in Lali Kharak.
Day 4 : Lali Kharak To Khesewa (1960M)
Location: khesewa,taplejung
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today the trail first ascends to a ridge before dropping steeply through Shimu to a suspension bridge across the Phawa Khola, where there is a good swimming place. We then will climb to the Limbu village of Kunjari at 1700 meter and continue through wheat fields to a Gurung settlement on a 2240 meter high pass. From here we have our first views of Kanchenjunga. The trail enters the Kabeli Valley where we spend the next two days climbing up and down, in and out of ravines and over ridges. Today’s endpoint is in the village of Khesewa.
Day 5 : Khesewa To Phumpe Danda (1780M)
Location: Phumpe danda,taplejung
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Our trek continues through the Kabeli Valley, passing a few spectacular waterfalls. After descending steeply through rice terraces into a side canon, we cross the Khaksewa Khola on a long suspension bridge at 1540m and then climb back to Mamanke. This is a prosperous Limbu village with bhattis (tea shops), and a large school.
Day 6 : Phumpe Danda To Yamphudin (1690M )
Location: Yamphudin
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This day will bring us a lot of jumping from stone to stone, as we first have to cross the Tenguwa Khola stream. We climb steeply up to a ridge marked by a chhorten and prayer flags. Going down from here to the Kabeli Khola will be another exercise of rock-hopping over boulders, treeroots, and intersecting stream channels as we head upstream. We then climb gently to Yamphudin, a mixed community of Sherpas, Limbus, Rais, and Gurungs. Overnight in tea house.
Day 7 : Yamphudin To Lase Danda (2340M)
Location: Lase danda,Taplejung
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After crossing the Amji Khola river we will leave this river for now and continue our way on a trail that heads straight uphill through fields of corn and barley to Dhupi Banjyang, a pass at 2540 meters. We then descent through ferns surrounded by big trees to the Amji Khola river, where we will find a tea house to stay.
Day 8 : Lase Danda To Tseram (3870M)
Location: Tseram,Kachenjunga
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From the stream the trail makes a steep climb through bamboo forests to Chitre at 2920 meter. After arriving here the ascent is less strenuous passing through a forest of pines and rhododendron to a pond at Lamite Bhanjyang (3410m). From this ridge we follow a steep set of switchbacks leading downhill through damp orchid-filled forests, crossing streams and isolated clearings used by herders. We stay above the wild river and follow it upstream to Torontan, where there are a few campsites close to the river or a little further ahead near a few caves. Continuing on, we reach to Tseram, where we stay the night.
Day 9 : Tseram To To Ramche (4620M)
Location: Ramche
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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.
Day 10 : Ramche To Lamite Bhanjyang (3410M)
Location: Lamite,taplejung
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We follow our way back 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 here.
Day 11 : Lamite Bhanjyang To Yamphudin
Location: Yamphudin
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The first part of the trail goes along the bank of the Simbua Khola. You have to walk through a dense jungle. On the way, you can see the effects of a landslide. The trails normally ascend up to Lamite Bhanjyang and then descend to Yamphudin, crossing a small river. Yamphudin is a mixed community of Sherpas, Limbus, Rais, and Gurungs. Among the corn and rice fields of the village, there is a school and some shops with minimal supplies. Overnight in Yamphudin.
Day 12 : Yamphudin To Khebang (1740M) Or Taplejung
Location: Khebang taplung
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the beginning, we 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 ascends to Khebang Danda before descending to Khebang village. Khabang is a comparatively big village where the local people follow the Hindu and Buddhism faiths.
Day 13 : Khebang To Hapu Khola
Location: Hapu khola,taplejung
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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.
Day 14 : Hapu Khola To Ilam Bazaar By Local Jeep
Location: Ilam
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we take a jeep ride from Hapu Khola to Ilam Bazaar. An excellent getaway from city life, Ilam is famous for its tea. It is a district largely covered in tea bushes with a hill town right beside a plantation enjoying views of pristine landscapes made up of sloping tea gardens, mountain streams, dense natural forests, holy sites and a unique culture. Using Ilam Bazaar as a base you can take excursions for a day or more. Overnight in Ilam Bazaar.
Day 15 : Lam To Bhadrapur Then Flight Kathmandu
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
At morning you will take local bus to Bhadrapur then 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.
Day 16 : Departure From Nepal
Location: Kathmandu
Meals Included: Breakfast
We will transport you to the airport. Thanks for trekking with Adventure Himalayan Travels & Treks. We look forward to seeing you again!
What's Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Arrival and depature trasports by private vehicle,Bhadrapur to Taplejung trekking poit by jeep,Hapu Khola to Ilam by jeep and Ilam to Bhadrapur,Kathmandu to bhadrapur or Taplejung and Bhadrapur to Kathmandu by flight
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Drinks with Meals
Breakfast included in kathmandu Hotel,Breakfast, Lunch,Dinner and tea and coffee include on the trekking and Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with Nepali cultural dance
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Entrance Fees
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) fees,Kanchenjunga National Park permit and Kanchenjunga restricted area permit (need 3 photos for the permits)
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
only kathmandu Hotel
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Fully Guided
English speaking local expert guide, porters(Porter carry maximum 20 k.g and one porter between two person)
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Local Taxes
Include
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Accommodation
Three nights accommodation in 3 star category hotel in Kathmandu and 12 nights 13 days stay in lodges
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Trekking achievement certificate,Adventure Himalayan Tshirt
What's Not Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Not include
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Country Entry Visas
Nepal visa - Multiple Entry 30 days - USD 40 (Details in Visa Page)
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Drinks with Meals
Lunch, dinner and Tea and coffee during hotel stay in Kathmandu
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tips, any expenses incurred in emergency evacuation/road block due to any reason, table drinks, snacks while walking.
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Insurance for clients (i.e. helicopter evacuation, etc.),Hot shower and electronic charging fees at guest houses during the trek,Alcoholic drinks, candies, etc,Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)
Mode of Transport
Arrival and Departure transport by private vehicle.
kathmandu to Bhadrapur and back to kathmandu by flight
Bhadrapur to taplejung and back to bhadrapur by local jeep
Taplejung to trekking point by Jeep
Accommodation
Three star hotel in Kathmandu and on the trekking in Lodge
Check out our Q&As
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
three star hotel in Kathmandu and Lodge in trekking
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the tipping policy?
guide GBP 75-100 and porter 50-75 per group
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What is the maximum group size?
10
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
2-10
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Are flights included in this tour?
Domstive flight like kathmandu to Bhadrapur or Taplejung and back to Kathmandu
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Healthy
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
only kathmandu
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, for trekking
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
in Kathmandu Hotel
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes,
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What is a cancelation policy
The cancellation charges are expressed hereafter as a percentage of the total tour price Cancellation 60 days or more before departure: Loss of deposit. Cancellation 59-20 days before departure: 45% of cost of services booked. Cancellation less than 20 days before departure: 100% of cost of services booked.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
yes, ones booked the tour it will be granted
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
5% my profit goes to homeless Childs
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How long has the tour company been trading?
12 years
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
If you are fully vaccinated just bring QR code no need other things. If you are not being fully vaccinated, or have not completed a full dose of vaccination at least 14 days prior to arriving in Nepal, COVID-19 test report (RT-PCR, Gene Expert, True NAAT or WHO accredited test) showing negative result done within the last 72 hours of boarding from the first airport or, if you are entering through
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
it will possible single share option but you have to pay single supplement
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
date change free
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Guide and porter
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
we are fully responsibility in tourism, including travel agents and tour .
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) fees Annapurna Conservation permit
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Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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At 19 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.