Detail Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Nepal [1,330 m]: A representative from Adventure Treks Nepal will be waiting outside the airport according to your flight time who will transfer you to the hotel. Briefing will be done once you have settled down. Please do let us know if you have any queries. Overnight in Hotel.
Day 02: Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley - Trek Preparation [1,330 m] - (B): After Breakfast we Proceed for sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur city 15 km from Kathmandu, known as city of Devotees and center of medieval art and architecture founded by King Anand Dev in 889 AD, visit Nyatpola temple, the most beautiful temple of Nepal, the 15th century palace of 55 windows, Golden gate and other place of Interest. Lunch Time: 1300hrs-14:00hrs PM: Visit Pashupatinath temple, one of the most sacred Hindu shrine in the World. The holy river Bagmati and the burning ghats and also visit one of the oldest and biggest stupa of Boudhanath. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur drive to Taplejung [1,462 m] - (B/L,D/): After breakfast at the Kathmandu hotel, you'll be driven to the airport to catch your flight to Bhadrapur. We travel to Taplejung by car from Bhadrapur, which should take us four to five hours. You will have the opportunity to see Nepal's unspoiled beauty while on the drive. (Flight 01 hour and drive 04-05 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 04 Taplejung drive to Sekathum [1,576 m] - trek to Amjilosa [2,308 m] - (B/L,D/): We embarked on an adventurous trip towards Sekathum after breakfast in Taplejung. We will pass by other settlements along the way, including Taplethok, Tamewa, Hellok, and Lelep. Following the Tamor River, the road descends in the direction of Simbu Khola, which is where the Yalung Glacier meets the earth. Once we get to Sekathum, we start traveling along Ghunsa Khola. We travel across exposed terrain and a difficult ascent as we make our way towards Amjilosa. After taking in the breathtaking scenery and across multiple bridges over Ghunsa Khola, we arrive in the Tibetan settlement of Amjilosa. (Trekking 05-06 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 05: Amjilosa to Gyabla [2,730 m] - (B/L,D/): After breakfast we continue on from Amjilosa to Gyabla, also called Kyapra. We keep traveling along our route through a thick woodland and a trail empty of human habitation. If we're lucky, we might be able to see red pandas today while hiking the Kanchenjunga Trail. We have access to breathtaking views of the mountains and multiple waterfalls after the uphill climb. We travel slowly and arrive at Gyabla village. (Trekking 05-06 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 06: Gyabla to Ghunsa [3,595 m] - (B/L,D/): We will surpass the 3000 meter elevation level today. A steep slope into a gorge greets the day. Following the descent, we'll stroll through fir and rhododendron forests. This makes the trek easier. We hike along the riverbank to the stunning Yak pastures at 3210 meters in Pholey. The Tibetan town of Pholey boasts stunning potato fields. We're going to have a leisurely lunch break at Phole. We can see the effects of Tibetan Buddhist culture at Pholey. Pholey is home to a stunning monastery as well.The valley opens up beyond Pholey. Now, the trail winds through larch trees and verdant pastures. We shall descend to the Ghunsa Khola riverbed by following the trail.We shall enter Ghunsa village after going over the Ghunsa Khola bridge. (Trekking 05-06 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 07: Acclimatization day at Ghunsa [3,595 m] - (B/L,D/): We are acclimating to altitude in Ghunsa village today. Our bodies need time to adjust to the shifting atmosphere when hiking at high altitudes. As we ascend to greater altitudes, the air becomes less oxygenated. Thus, we are prone to severe altitude sickness. Thus, following a particular altitude gain, we plan an acclimatization day. In the afternoon we will be hiking to surrounding areas to explore and to get our body used to with increased altitude. Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 08: Ghunsa to Kambachen [4,050 m] - (B/L,D/): There is a risk of landslides along the route from Ghunsa to Kambachen. The route travels through Kanchenjunga North's untraveled paths. From Ghunsa, we will travel over the breathtaking terrain heading north. The track climbs gradually through a juniper and larch forest. We're going to stroll alongside the river's east bank. Along the way, there will be some stunning landscapes that we will come across. We'll walk the sand-and boulder-filled riverbank path. In 3720 meters, we will cross a river on a bridge made of wood and stone to arrive in Rambuk Kharka. The trail goes through a part with a waterfall and landslide just after Rampuk Kharka. Grateful for the beautiful views all around, we make our way down the mountainside. We shall reach Kambachen at last. Kambachen is a makeshift community including little stone teahouses. We have to give up some comfort when staying in tea houses. The amenities are simple. (Trekking 06-07 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 09: Kambachen to Lhonak [4,790 m] - (B/L,D/): The trail now heads into a barren area. We'll walk over the landscape sculpted by the high-altitude glaciers' sharp blades. The path is devoid of settlements and dwellings. The path progressively ascends amongst the remnants of a moraine. The icy stones may cause your feet to slide. Move at a slow pace! The trail ascends the landslide slopes. At 4350 meters, we will arrive at the stunning Ramtang pasture region. The beginning of the Kanchenjunga glacier is at Ramtangat. It will be the stunning Ramtang Monastery that we encounter. Following a waterfall, the monastery is situated next to the bridge. The view is breathtaking.The trail keeps going along the river's north bank. We are going to traverse the Lhonak glacier. The point where the Lhonak and Kanchenjunga glaciers converge is quite amazing. Following the challenging portion, we will be surrounded by breathtaking mountains on all sides. The captivating 6344-meter-high Mera Peak sits to the east.Now we're going to get to the Riverside. We will eventually see the Lhonak village. (Trekking 06-07 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 10: Trek to Pangpema/Kanchenjunga North BC [5,388 m] - Lhonak [4,790 m] - (B/L,D/): The north base camp of Kanchenjunga is known locally as Pang Pema. We are going to the North Base Camp of Mount Kanchenjunga today. This day is one of the highlights of the trek. We'll make our way up the trail gradually. We'll adhere to the moraine's line. The trail has some areas where landslides could occur. Take caution when you're walking. The hike would be easier if you use the trekking pole. The level, grassy plain basin of Kanchenjunga North Base Camp lies after all the rocky portions. Savor the sights of Kanchenjunga's majestic peak. After spending some time at the base camp we will return back to Lhonak for Overnight stay. (Trekking 08-09 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 11: Lhonak to Ghunsa [3,595 m] - (B/L,D/): We are going to journey back to Ghunsa, retracing our earlier days.We will enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas while traveling. Additionally, traveling the prior path from a new angle is a breathtaking experience.Savor the breathtaking surroundings as we make our way back. We will hike back, leaving the breathtaking vistas of Mount Jannu behind. Exercise caution when crossing glaciers and navigating landslides. (Trekking 06-07 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 12: Ghunsa to Sele Le [4,290 m] - (B/L,D/): We leave the trail to Gyabla and arrive in Sele Le. While we travel through the thick forest, there is a potential that we will spot snow leopards. There are small, remote villages with a few teahouses that are only open during the peak trekking season. There isn't another route linking the pathway to South Base Camp till Sekathum during periods of high snowfall. (Trekking 06-07 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 13: Sele Le to Cheram [3,870 m] - (B/L,D/): This will be a difficult day for you! The Mirgin La Pass will be 400 meters above us. We will have a breathtaking view of Mt. Jannu along the ascent, along with Makalu, Baruntse, Chamlang, Kangchenjunga, and Kabru. Along the Sikkim border, the Himalayan range will also be visible. We'll hike to the 5,160-meter-high Mirgin La Pass and Lapsang La Pass. We will then link up with the Kanchenjunga South Treks by completing this. The high altitude passes are these ones. Here, the weather could present a number of challenges. Be courageous! Be ready for any challenges that may arise based on the weather. Enjoy the views of the surroundings. They will encourage you to continue trekking. We will hike around the ridges with a final descent to Tseram after a demanding day. (Trekking 06-07 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 14: Cheram to Ramche [4,580 m] and return back to Cheram [3,870 m] - (B/L,D/): After a leisurely breakfast this morning, we continue on via the Yalung glacier, ascending closer to the breathtaking views. We will pause for lunch at Ramche after passing the Yalung, which offers views of Rathong (6682m) and Kabru (7412m). We will trek to Oktang/Okhordung, which is the Kanchenjunga South Base Camp or Yalung Base Camp viewpoint. After visiting this unknown, seldom-visited Kanchenjunga Base Camp and took in a closer look at the three summits of Mt. Kanchenjunga (8420m, 8586m, and 8474m) as well as other majestic peaks, we will head back to Tseram. (Trekking 08-09 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 15: Cheram to Tortong (2,995 m/9,824 ft.) 6-7 hours [2,995 m] - (B/L,D/): Beginning at Tseram, we will be treated to a breathtaking panorama of Kabru and Rathong, two gigantic peaks. We are going to descend to lower elevations today. We will get breathtaking views of the Himalayas covered in snow as we continue to walk. Savor the views of the snow-covered colossi up ahead. We will be treated to a breathtaking glimpse of Yalung Glacier. We continue on a gradual slope through the woods. The predominant forest types are pine and rhododendron. Overnight stay at Tortong. (Trekking 06-07 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 16: Tortong to Yamphudin [2,080 m] - (B/L,D/): It's a hard day today. There are challenging portions to the hike. We'll walk through the areas that are prone to landslides. The hikes are therefore challenging. Exercise greater caution! There is a 600-meter ascent along the route to the 3500-meter Lamite Pass. This is also a difficult climb. From there, it will be a tough climb up to the Simbua Khola valley. We shall now cross the intersecting rivers on a wooden bridge. Along the way, we keep climbing the exposed, steep mountains. We rise again, walking across Lamite Bhanjyang and Amji Khola. At 2540 meters, there is a pass at Dhupi Bhanjyang. The trail then follows the contours of the cultivable fields as it descends. There, they cultivate barley and corn. We'll arrive at Yamphudin after traversing a ridge. A mixed community of Sherpas, Limbus, Rais, and Gurungs makes up Yamphudin. (Trekking 06-07 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 17: Yamphudin to Thorpu [1,500 m] - (B/L,D/): As we retrace our footsteps back towards civilization we will say goodbye to the untouched beauty of Kanchenjunga and head in the direction of Thorpu. The day is filled with lush forests. (Trekking 06-07 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 18: Thorpu to Birtamod [300 m] - (B/L,D/): After Breakfast at Thorpu we will take an adventurous off-road jeep experience on our way towards Birtamod, a city in Eastern Nepal. (Drive 06-07 hours) Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 19: Drive from Birtamod to Bhadrapur then Fly to Kathmandu [1,330 m] - (B): The first part of the day is a drive that takes us to the Bhadrapur airport where a flight to Kathmandu awaits us. Upon reaching Kathmandu you will be transferred to the Hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 20: Final Departure - (B): We will transfer you to the airport and assist with check-in procedures. Fly back home with memories.
Note: If the above itinerary does not meet your needs, we can design individualized travel plans based on your preferences.
