Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek – 21 Days
- Destination: Kanchenjunga
- Activities: trekking, city tour in Kathmandu
- Trip Grade: A
- Departure from: Kathmandu
- Arrival on: Kathmandu
- Group size: 1-12
- Best Seasons: Sept- Oct- Nov & March- April- May
- Meals: All Meals are Included (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Tea/ Coffee) - during the trek
- Accomodation: All Accommodations are included during the entire trip. In Kathmandu , pokhara - 3Star level Hotel. During the trek- Lodge as per itinerary.
- Transportation: All Transportation (including Air Flight)
Kancchenjunga Base Camp Trek:
The Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek leads into eastern Nepal, where trails run close to Mount Kanchenjunga, the world’s third-highest peak. This region receives fewer trekkers, and the routes pass through forests, river valleys, and remote settlements with strong local traditions. The trek offers long walking days in a quiet mountain environment.
The journey begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur, followed by a drive through Ilam to Taplejung. Ilam is known for its tea fields, where rows of green hills stretch across the landscape. From Taplejung, the trail moves north through protected forest and rural villages into the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area.
The scenery changes from low hills and farmland to dense forest and high alpine terrain. Views of Kanchenjunga, Makalu, and other Himalayan peaks appear along the route, depending on weather conditions. The region is also known for wildlife such as red panda and snow leopard, though sightings remain rare. Villages along the way are home mainly to Rai and Limbu communities, where daily life follows long-standing traditions.
This trek is demanding due to its length, remoteness, and daily walking hours of 6 to 8 hours or more. Accommodation is in basic teahouses or homestays, with limited facilities in higher sections. The Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek is suited for experienced trekkers who are comfortable with long itineraries and remote conditions.
For an optional trekking route you can also have a look at the Everest Base Camp Trek.
Apex Nepal Treks & Tours is a guide owned company in Nepal and we organize every trek in a best way you can afford. Our Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek is the most reasonable price in the market. Thank you!
Trip Highlights
- Best view of the 3rd highest mountain in the world, Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m)
- Rich in culture
- Tea Gardens
- Waterfalls, Birds, Wild animals, etc.
- Best local food
Day to Day Itinerary
Day01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m)
Day02: Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur- Drive to Taplejung (45 min flight & 9 hrs drive)
Day03: Taplejung to Lalikharka (2265m), 4 – 5 hrs trek
Day04: Lalikharka to Khesewa (2120m),5 – 6 hrs trek
Day05: Khesewa to Mamankhe (1785m), 5 – 6 hrs trek
Day06: Mamankhe to Yamphudin (2080m), 4 -5 hrs
Day07: Yamphudin to Tortong (2,995m), 7 -8 hrs
Day08: Tortong to Cheram (3,870m), 2 -3 hrs
Day09: Cheram: Acclimatization and Rest
Day10: Cheram to Ramchaur (Ramche) (4,580m), 3 – 4 hours
Day11: Ramchaur (Ramche) to Yalung Base Camp (4500m), back to Cheram: 3 – 4 hours
Day12: Cheram to Sele La (4290m/), 6 -7 hours
Day13: Sele La to Ghunsa (3,595), 2 -3 hours
Day14: Ghunsa to Kambachen (4,050m), 5 -6 hours
Day15: Kambachen to Lhonak (4,780m), 5 -6 hours
Day16: Kanchenjunga base camp, overnight at Pangpema (5,143), 6 -7 hours
Day17: Pangpema to Lhonak : 3 – 4 hours
Day18: Lhonak to Ghunsa (3475m), 6 -7 hours
Day19: Ghunsa to Amjilosa (2,308m), 5 -6 hours
Day20: Amjilosa to Chirwa (1,270m), 6 -7 hours
Day21: Chirwa to Taplejung via Mitlung (921mm), 7 -8 hours trek
Day22: Taplejung to Bhadrapur: 9 hours drive
Day23: Fly to Kathmandu
Day24: Final departure
What's Included
- Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Bhadrapur -Kathmandu)
- Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle
- Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visits as per the itinerary
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (6 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits, TIMS
- All government and local taxes
Accommodations
All Accommodations are included during the entire trip. In Kathmandu ,. During the trek- Lodge as per itinerary.
Meals
All Meals are Included (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Tea/ Coffee) – during the trek
Best Time to Travel
Sept- Oct- Nov & March- April- May
Day01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m)
Day02: Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur- Drive to Taplejung (45 min flight & 9 hrs drive)
Day03: Taplejung to Lalikharka (2265m), 4 – 5 hrs trek
Day04: Lalikharka to Khesewa (2120m),5 – 6 hrs trek
Day05: Khesewa to Mamankhe (1785m), 5 – 6 hrs trek
Day06: Mamankhe to Yamphudin (2080m), 4 -5 hrs
Day07: Yamphudin to Tortong (2,995m), 7 -8 hrs
Day08: Tortong to Cheram (3,870m), 2 -3 hrs
Day09: Cheram: Acclimatization and Rest
Day10: Cheram to Ramchaur (Ramche) (4,580m), 3 – 4 hours
Day11: Ramchaur (Ramche) to Yalung Base Camp (4500m), back to Cheram: 3 – 4 hours
Day12: Cheram to Sele La (4290m/), 6 -7 hours
Day13: Sele La to Ghunsa (3,595), 2 -3 hours
Day14: Ghunsa to Kambachen (4,050m), 5 -6 hours
Day15: Kambachen to Lhonak (4,780m), 5 -6 hours
Day16: Kanchenjunga base camp, overnight at Pangpema (5,143), 6 -7 hours
Day17: Pangpema to Lhonak : 3 – 4 hours
Day18: Lhonak to Ghunsa (3475m), 6 -7 hours
Day19: Ghunsa to Amjilosa (2,308m), 5 -6 hours
Day20: Amjilosa to Chirwa (1,270m), 6 -7 hours
Day21: Chirwa to Taplejung via Mitlung (921mm), 7 -8 hours trek
Day22: Taplejung to Bhadrapur: 9 hours drive
Day23: Fly to Kathmandu
Day24: Final departure
What's Included
- Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Bhadrapur -Kathmandu)
- Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle
- Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visits as per the itinerary
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (6 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits, TIMS
- All government and local taxes
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