Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek – 16 Days
16 Days
Challenging
5,190m
Teahouse/Lodge
Bus/Car
1-10
Autumn, Spring
Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek – 16 Days Overview
The Kanchenjunga circuit trek is one of the most explored and popular trekking destinations. Kanchenjunga Conservation Area highly protects the place. The trail passes through hundreds of rare flora and fauna. Rhododendrons, green meadows, birch and pines, snow leopard, red panda, musk deer, etc are the major vegetation here.
Kanchenjunga is the 3rd highest mountain peak in the world which proudly lies at a height of 8585m. It is beautifully located in the far eastern region, of Taplejung District, Nepal. Kanchenjunga got its name from the Tibetan word which refers to five great “treasures in the snow”. This basically symbolizes its five peaks: gold, silver, precious stones, grain, and holy scripture.
Kanchenjunga authorities publicly opened the once-forbidden area in 1988. However, it is still in a restricted area and requires a special permit to enter. Also, there is a restriction for trekking solo and without a licensed guide in Kanchenjunga. Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek is a great way to experience the beauty of Kanchenjungha.
There are basically two base camps in the Kanchenjunga circuit. One being the south base camp (4610m) and the other North base camp (5190m). Kanchenjunga is one of the best yet less crowded areas which makes the journey more peaceful.
The Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek is a beautiful treat and an opportunity to learn about the rich local culture. Along the way, you’ll pass through traditional villages inhabited by ethnic groups such as the Limbu, Rai, and Sherpa, who have passed down their unique traditions, customs, and great hospitality for decades. Interacting with the people will give you an understanding of their way of life, cuisine, and ancient beliefs.
Highlights of Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek – 16 Days
- Majestic views of Mount Kanchenjunga, the world’s third-highest peak.
- Untouched and remote trails offering a pristine trekking experience.
- Diverse landscapes encompassing lush forests, alpine meadows, and glacial moraines.
- Rich biodiversity including rare flora and fauna.
- Immersion in local culture with visits to traditional villages and interactions with ethnic communities.
- Challenging mountain passes and rewarding summit views.
- Tranquil river valleys, cascading waterfalls, and stunning natural beauty.
- A sense of adventure and exploration in a less crowded trekking region.
- An opportunity to witness the unspoiled beauty of the Eastern Himalayas.
Gallery of Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek – 16 Days
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1- Kathmandu to Bhadrapur (45 minutes flight).
- Day 2- Birtamod to Taplejung (8-10 hours drive.)
- Day 3- Taplejung to Chiruwa (6 to 7 hours walk)
- Day 4- Chiruwa to Lelep (5-6 hours walk)
- Day 5- Lelep to Amjilosa (5 hours’ walk).
- Day 6- Amjilosa to Gyabla (4 hours walk)
- Day 7- Gyabla to Ghunsa (4 to 5 hours)
- Day 8- Ghunsa to Kambachen (4 hours walk)
- Day 9- Kambachen to Lhonak (4 hours walk)
- Day 10- Lhonak to Pangpema (3 hours walk)
- Day 11- Lhonak to Ghunsa (8 hours walk)
- Day 12- Ghunsa to Amjilosa.(7 hours walk)
- Day 13- Amjilosa to Tapethok.(7 hours walk)
- Day 14- Tapethok to Mitlung.(7 hours walk)
- Day 15- Mitlung-Taplejung
- Day 16- Taplejung-Birtamod-Kathmandu
Trip Map
Safety and Difficulties
The Kanchenjunga circuit trek can be quite challenging and difficult. This is a moderately difficult trek. However, the level of difficulty entirely depends on your physical and mental fitness. But you can build your muscle strength, and make your body flexible by practicing some light exercise, running, and jogging.
The trek to Kanchenjunga is all about walking 5-6 hours per day for at least 20 days. This solo reason is enough to make this trek challenging. The trails are rugged, steep, and maybe snowy on off-seasons.
The maximum height in this trek is 4610m and 5190m both being the south and north base camp of Kanchenjunga with other high passes on the way. There is a high risk of mountain sickness.
The primary cause of altitude sickness is a decrease in the amount of oxygen in the atmosphere. It’s important to carry handheld oximetry. Oxygen saturation below 75% may be a risk.
Symptoms of Mountain sickness
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Loss of appetite
- Shortness of breath
- Fast heartbeats
Preventing mountain sickness
- Walk slow
- Stay hydrated
- Have nutritional food
- Have enough rest
- Avoid smoking and alcohol
Medicines for mountain sickness
- Acetazolamide
- Ibuprofen, paracetamol (for headache)
- Promethazine (for nausea)
Trekking Equipment List
| Woolen t-shirts/shirts/thick sweaters. | Backpack/Duffle bag |
| Thermal top/bottoms | Passport |
| Jackets (Fiber or down) | Passport size photographs |
| Raincoat | Permit and travel insurance |
| Pair of sandals | Suns cream and lip balm |
| Underwear | Travel towel |
| Trekking trousers | Wash kit |
| Sleeping trousers | First aid kit |
| Hiking shorts | Power bank |
| Waterproof pants | Summer/winter hat |
| Daypack | Buff/bandana |
| Sleeping bag/Sleeping bag liner | Water bottles and water purifiers |
| Hiking boots | Trekking poles |
| Hiking shocks | Charger/adapter |
| Camp shoes | Money/cash |
| Gloves and beanies | Camera |
| Snow glasses and sunglasses | trekking map |
| Down jacket/Gore-Tex | Toiletries |
| Neck gaiter | Water purification |
| Sun hat/woolen hat | Water bottles |
Other requirements
Travel Insurance
Trekking to high altitudes can always be risky. Travel insurance is something you might want to do before trekking anywhere. Sometimes in emergency cases, people need to be evacuated through a helicopter and get medical service. So, in such cases, your travel insurance will be bearing the cost for you. Seeing all these benefits,
The government of Nepal has made travel insurance mandatory thing before trekking. However, it is very important to mention the heights and all the places you will be reaching during your trek. Your insurance entirely depends on the details you provided earlier. Travel insurance costs you around 150$ which is good for 1 month.
Visas/passports
If you are not a Nepalese or Indian citizen, then a visa and a passport are mandatory. You can get your Nepalese Visa at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. The passport must hold a visa of a minimum of 6 months.
Payment and Cancellation
Policy regarding Payment and Cancellation Payment:
Payment:
1) A deposit equal to 30% of the total price is required to confirm a reservation.
2) If the payment is made online, the remaining balance is due 10 days before the Tour, Trekking, Peak Climbing, or Expedition begins. If the payment is made in cash, it can be made after arrival.
3) If the booking is made within 30 days of the expedition beginning, full payment must be made at the time of booking.
Cancellation:
1) A full refund of the deposit will be given if a Tour, Trek, Peak Climbing, or Expedition is canceled more than 60 days before the start date.
2) The deposit will not be refunded if a Tour, Trek, Peak Climbing, or Expedition is canceled within 30 days of its start date.
3) A tour, trek, peak climbing, or expedition will not be refunded if it is canceled prior to or on the start date.
4) All participants should strongly consider purchasing travel insurance to cover any unforeseen cancellations or other occurrences.
Note: We reserve the right to modify or cancel any trek in the event of a natural disaster, political unrest, or any other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. A full refund or an alternative option will be provided in such cases.
Dates of Trip
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March 1, 2023 - March 16, 2023
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March 17, 2023 - April 1, 2023
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April 2, 2023 - April 17, 2023
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April 18, 2023 - May 3, 2023
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May 4, 2023 - May 19, 2023
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May 20, 2023 - June 4, 2023
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June 5, 2023 - June 20, 2023
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June 21, 2023 - July 6, 2023
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July 7, 2023 - July 22, 2023
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July 23, 2023 - August 7, 2023
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August 8, 2023 - August 23, 2023
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August 24, 2023 - September 8, 2023
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September 9, 2023 - September 24, 2023
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September 25, 2023 - October 10, 2023
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October 11, 2023 - October 26, 2023
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October 27, 2023 - November 11, 2023
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November 12, 2023 - November 27, 2023
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November 28, 2023 - December 13, 2023
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December 14, 2023 - December 29, 2023
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December 30, 2023 - January 14, 2024
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January 15, 2024 - January 30, 2024
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January 31, 2024 - February 15, 2024
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February 16, 2024 - March 2, 2024
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March 3, 2024 - March 18, 2024
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March 19, 2024 - April 3, 2024
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April 4, 2024 - April 19, 2024
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April 20, 2024 - May 5, 2024
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May 6, 2024 - May 21, 2024
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May 22, 2024 - June 6, 2024
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June 7, 2024 - June 22, 2024
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June 23, 2024 - July 8, 2024
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July 9, 2024 - July 24, 2024
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July 25, 2024 - August 9, 2024
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August 10, 2024 - August 25, 2024
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August 26, 2024 - September 10, 2024
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September 11, 2024 - September 26, 2024
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September 27, 2024 - October 12, 2024
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October 13, 2024 - October 28, 2024
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October 29, 2024 - November 13, 2024
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November 14, 2024 - November 29, 2024
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November 30, 2024 - December 15, 2024
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December 16, 2024 - December 30, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions
Booking Details
- A detailed certificate from Marvel Treks and Expedition (after accomplishment)
- A complimentary raincoat to shed you during the rainy season. (returnable)
- A Complimentary Duffel Bag throughout the trek from our company. (returnable)
- A warm complimentary Down Jacket during the entire trek on behalf of Marvel Treks. (returnable)
- A complimentary sleeping bag for your icy trek. (returnable)
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner throughout the trek.
- The essential climbing gear like mountain axe, trekking sticks, etc, for your need throughout the trek. (returnable)
- Delightful complimentary Authentic Nepali cuisine as dinner to embark on your arrival and departure
- Critical complimentary First Aid Service (in times of need)
- An informative trekking map for you to cherish on behalf of our company
- Trendy Sunhat and t-shirt as souvenirs on behalf of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- All the crucial services about airport transfer to and from the hotel via a private tourist vehicle ($40)
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems )($10)
- National park entry fees / ACAP permits / Conservation entry fees. ( $30)
- All essential local tax and office service charges, Gov tax ($100 )
- Special Permit ($45)
- 2 nights accommodation in a Kathmandu (Kathmandu hotel or similar) ($40)
- Porter Guide ($450)
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for all the Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Extra nights in any city that’s not accommodated in the itinerary of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- All the International flight checks and airfares.
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for alcoholic/ non-alcoholic liquors.
- Additional porter fees along with tips for guides and porters.
- Electronic gadgets like chargers, and headphones.
- Individual costs like a hot shower, phone calls, laundry, and souvenirs.
- Travel coverage and emergency evacuations.
- Tips for our staff’s drivers.
Price: US$ 715 per person
Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek – 16 Days
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Price W/O Addons: US$ 715 per person
- A detailed certificate from Marvel Treks and Expedition (after accomplishment)
- A complimentary raincoat to shed you during the rainy season. (returnable)
- A Complimentary Duffel Bag throughout the trek from our company. (returnable)
- A warm complimentary Down Jacket during the entire trek on behalf of Marvel Treks. (returnable)
- A complimentary sleeping bag for your icy trek. (returnable)
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner throughout the trek.
- The essential climbing gear like mountain axe, trekking sticks, etc, for your need throughout the trek. (returnable)
- Delightful complimentary Authentic Nepali cuisine as dinner to embark on your arrival and departure
- Critical complimentary First Aid Service (in times of need)
- An informative trekking map for you to cherish on behalf of our company
- Trendy Sunhat and t-shirt as souvenirs on behalf of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- All the crucial services about airport transfer to and from the hotel via a private tourist vehicle ($40)
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems )($10)
- National park entry fees / ACAP permits / Conservation entry fees. ( $30)
- All essential local tax and office service charges, Gov tax ($100 )
- Special Permit ($45)
- 2 nights accommodation in a Kathmandu (Kathmandu hotel or similar) ($40)
- Porter Guide ($450)
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for all the Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Extra nights in any city that’s not accommodated in the itinerary of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- All the International flight checks and airfares.
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for alcoholic/ non-alcoholic liquors.
- Additional porter fees along with tips for guides and porters.
- Electronic gadgets like chargers, and headphones.
- Individual costs like a hot shower, phone calls, laundry, and souvenirs.
- Travel coverage and emergency evacuations.
- Tips for our staff’s drivers.
Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek – 16 Days
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