Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek - 29 Days

After you land at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you meet with our team members and drive to the hotel. Rest for a few hours, and later stroll on the vibrant streets of Thamel. In the late evening, you will have a welcome dinner organized by the company with the rest of the team members.

This day is for sightseeing of Kathmandu valley and preparation of the trek. The day begins early and you go on a guided sightseeing tour of UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhnath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, etc. Later, in the afternoon, you meet with the trek guide who will brief you about the trail and do final packing with you.

After having a delicious breakfast, you fly to Biratnagar. The flight will be around 45 minutes long and offers you bird views of beautiful landscapes. Upon reaching Biratnagar, you take five hours long drive to Basantpur

Today, after having a warm breakfast, you continue trekking towards Chauki. The trail passes through small villages and moves along the hillside. On the way, you can see a beautiful landscape.

It is going to be a short day today. From Chauki, you ascend towards Milke Danda. From here, you continue trekking towards Gupha Pokhari, where you will be spending the night.

Leaving Gupha Pokhari behind, you trek towards Dobhan. The trail passes through a lush forest of rhododendron. Along the way, you can see striking views of snow-capped mountains. The trail is long yet easy.

After having breakfast, you begin trekking towards Mitlung. The trail passes through verdant forests and small settlement areas. You get to witness gorgeous sceneries along the way.

From Mitlung, the trail goes through dense forest and passes by a narrow gorge. You then descend through a small hill and reach Sinwa. From here, the trail drops down to Tawa and ascends towards Thiwa. You will cross a suspension bridge and reach Chirwa

The trail descends through a series of trees. Walking through lush forests, you cross the Tamor River. Further, the trail heads to Tamor Nadi Valley and takes you to the Ghunsa river. From here, a short walk will take you to Sekathum.

Crossing a suspension bridge, you walk through the forest. The trail will get steeper. Further, you cross another river and ascend along a gorge. You reach Solima from where the trail drops down to a river. After a few ascends and descends, you reach Amjilasha for a night stay.

Trekking through the beautiful forests of bamboo, rhododendron, oak, and pine, you move towards Gyabla. On the way, you get to see mountain goats, sheep, and yaks. Different types of birds are also seen throughout the trail. Before reaching Gyabla, you pass by a lush forest and cross a wooden bridge.

From Gyabla, the trek continues through dense forest and takes you to Phale village, which used to be a Tibetan refugee camp decades ago. Soon, you reach Ghunsa, the largest village in the region with the police station, health post, telephone, and internet services. 

It is a rest day in Ghunsa. You will go on a short excursion to a ridge from where striking views of Jannu Peak can be seen. Later, in the day, you will explore the village and spend time with the locals.

Enjoying the views of Jannu Himal, you head towards Kambachen. From Ghunsa, the trail ascends, and you come across a green glacier valley. On the way, you might get to see blue sheep and snow leopards. Further, passing by the landslide-prone area, you reach Kambachen.

Today, you walk over the moraine. The trail gradually ascends through boulders' field path. Excellent landscape and a glimpse of rare animals will keep the walk exciting.

The trail today ascends to Pangpema Base Camp. Walking alongside gigantic Kanchenjunga Glacier, you reach the base camp from where you can see panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains. After spending some time at the base camp, you drop down to the village for a night stay.

You begin trekking early in the morning. The trail ascends through dense forest and grassy ridges. You will reach the top of Sele La Pass from where you can see fantastic views of villages like Ghunsa and Phale. You will descend to a village for a night stay.

You begin trekking early in the morning. The trail ascends through dense forest and grassy ridges. You will reach the top of Sele La Pass from where you can see fantastic views of villages like Ghunsa and Phale. You will descend to a village for a night stay.

This is going to be a tough day. You begin gradually ascending towards Mirgin La Pass. The trail will be rugged and steep. Upon reaching the top of the pass, you get to see stunning scenery. The trail then descends to Tseram for a night stay.

The begins with a short hike. Further, you continue trekking towards Ramche. The trail passes by Yalung Glacier and Simbuwa river. You then pass by Lapsang village and reach Ramche.

The trail from Ramche to Tortong is easy. You walk along Simbuwa Khola and enter in lush rhododendron forest. Further, trekking through the forest, you reach Tortong.

From Tortong, the trek continues towards Yamphudim. You descend most of the trail through small settlement areas and lush forests.

After having breakfast, you begin descending towards Khebang. The trail passes by lovely farming fields and villages inhabited by Chhetris & Brahmins. Before reaching Khebang, you will cross a few small passes.

Today is going to be another long trekking day. You descend and reach Dovan. From here, following a plain path, you reach Phakholing. On the way, you get to see gorgeous landscape views.

Phakholing to Tharpu sees gradual ascend through verdant forests and small villages. The trail is adventurous and offers gorgeous views. Tharpu is the last village of the trek.

After having breakfast, you take a long drive to Bhadrapur. On the way, you get to see striking views of snow-capped mountains, lush green hills, and terraced fields.

Today, you take a flight back to Kathmandu. The flight will be 35 minutes long. Upon landing at the airport, you move to the hotel. The remaining day is leisure.

It is a rest day in Kathmandu. You can explore the tourist sites and do shopping. In the evening, you will have a farewell dinner organized by the company.

Time has come to say goodbyes to each other. Our airport representative will take you to the airport as per your flight departure time.