Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,585 m), also known as the “Five Treasures of Snow”, lies in east Nepal and is the third highest peak in the world. It forms a natural border between Nepal and India. The Kanchenjunga Base Camp trek gives us an experience of the remote nature of this region, views of majestic snow clad mountains, diverse flora and fauna and the rich local culture of the people inhabiting the lower parts of this area. The trek, which takes us to both the North and South Base Camps of Kanchenjunga.
En route, you get to enjoy panoramic views of Makalu (8,463 m) and Chamlang (7,319 m) peaks, a sea of other unclimbed peaks, including Jannu (7,710 m), from Ghunsa and, finally, Kanchenjunga, Wedge Peak (6,750 m) the Twins (7,350 m), Pyramid Peak (7,168 m) and Tent Peak (7,365 m) from a vantage point situated a little above Pangpema.
After having had your fill of the mountain vista, you begin your descent through beautiful villages and terraced farmlands.
Trip Highlights |
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Trip Type: | Camping in package service |
Grade: | Strenuous, Max. height 5150 m. |
Season: | Spring, Fall |
Elevation: | lowest - 2400m highest - 5150m |
Group Size: | 2 pax to 16 pax |
Trip Departure Date: | Any date of your choice |
Confirmed Group Member/s | Min. 2pax |
Price: | Reasonable, Contact us |
Best Months: | March, April, May and September, October, November |