Kanchenjunga Expedition
Expedition Details
Altitude: 8,586m
Location: Nepal (Skkim Region)
Estimated Price: $32k
Number of days: ~49-61
Season: Spring (March-May); Fall (September-November)
A typical Kanchenjunga expedition lasts 49 to 61 days, beginning with arrival and preparation in Kathmandu, followed by a flight to Bhadrapur, and a series of treks through villages like Phidim, Khewang, and Yamphudin to reach the Base Camp. The itinerary includes multiple days for acclimating, establishing base camps, and the crucial climbing period to summit Kanchenjunga. After the climb, the expedition involves a long trek back down to villages like Taplejung or Bhadrapur for a flight back to Kathmandu and departure.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.
Days 2-3:
Final expedition preparations, including briefings, shopping for gear, and obtaining permits.
Day 4:
Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur, then drive to a lodge, such as in Ilam or Phidim.
Days 5-8:
A multi-day trek through a series of villages, such as Phidim, Khewang, and Yamphudin.
Days 9-11:
The trek continues, reaching areas like Tortong, Tseram, and Ramche, crucial acclimatization points.
Days 12-13:
Further ascent to Glacier Camp and then to Kanchenjunga’s Advance Base Camp.
Days 14-51:
This is the core climbing period, where the team focuses on summitting Kanchenjunga (8,586m).
Final Days:
Clean the base camp and prepare for the descent.
Trek back down the mountain, retracing steps to reach villages like Ramche, Tortong, Yamphudin, and Khewang, and then driving to a city like Ilam (<7days).
- A scenic drive or flight to Kathmandu.
- A free day in Kathmandu.
- Final departure.