Day 3
Taplejung
Fly to Taplejung
Fly to Taplejung.
Kanchenjunga is one of Nepal’s least traveled major treks and one of its most rewarding for those who value duration, biodiversity, and a genuine expedition rhythm. The route ranges from lush lower forests to alpine plateaus and long, remote valley systems.
Duration
26 days
Difficulty
Hard
Best Season
March to May and mid-September to November
Max Elevation
5,140 m
Private Inquiry
Share your dates, travel style, and how ambitious you want the route to feel, and the team will come back with a considered next step.
Highlights
Both Kanchenjunga base camp zones in one large-scale expedition
A remarkable range of biodiversity, from rhododendron forest to high alpine country
One of Nepal’s most complete wilderness trekking experiences
Itinerary
A measured day-by-day read of how the journey unfolds on the ground.
Day 3
Taplejung
Fly to Taplejung.
Day 10
Ghunsa
Acclimatize at Ghunsa.
Day 13
North Base Camp
Reach Pang Pema, with time in North Base Camp.
Day 19
Yalung
Explore south base camp area, with time in Yalung.
Day 24
Kathmandu
Fly back to Kathmandu.
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