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Kanchenjunga Expedition

Kanchenjunga Expedition

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From
US$

27,500

Duration

54 Days

Per person Β· 2–10 travelers

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Duration

54 Days

Max elevation

8,586m (28,169ft)

From group price

US$ 27,500

Amigo traveler rating: 4.9/5 across 548 reviews Β· Google, Tripadvisor, Amigo website

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Kanchenjunga Expedition

Trip overview

Service level
Amigo Essential
Comfort profile
Expedition Grade
Accommodation standard
Hotel/ Lodge/Tent

Route highlights

  • Kanchenjunga (8,586m), located in the eastern part of Nepal, is the second-highest peak in Nepal and the third highest in the World. The name β€˜Kanchenjunga’ is derived from the Tibetan words β€˜Kanchen’ and β€˜Dzonga’ meaning β€˜The Five Treasure of the Great Snows’. Three of the main peaks; Kanchenjunga Main (8,586m), Kanchenjunga Central (8,482m), and Kanchenjunga South (8,494m) lie on the border between Nepal and North Sikkim in India, and the remaining two peaks Kanchenjunga West or Yalung Kang (8,505m) and Kangbachen (7,903) lie in the Taplejung District of Nepal. Moreover, these peaks lie inside the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area, which is also home to the Red Panda and other rare plants, animals, and birds. The most remote of all 8000m peaks in Nepal, Kanchenjunga, was first climbed on May 25, 1955, by Joe Brown and George Band of the British expedition team.

  • The Expedition: Typically 54 days are required to complete the Kanchenjunga Expedition, in which 32 days are set aside to climb the peak. Kanchenjunga Expedition starts with a flight from Kathmandu to Biratnagar (Suketar). There are two base camps options to climb Kanchenjunga: Kanchenjunga North Base Camp on Kanchenjunga Glacier and South Base Camp on Yalung Glacier – both accessible from Suketar. From Suketar, we walk up to the north base camp (not the easiest but the safest route); enjoying the remoteness of the area that has successfully retained its pristine beauty, mystery, and charm; the settlement of the people and the very rare endemic flora with 30 varieties of rhododendrons and 69 varieties of orchids. It takes about 11 days to reach the base camp.

  • The climb begins through the narrow ice ridge and technical and intricate mixed rock and ice climb to the North Col- about 500m from the base camp. 900m bee-line is also fixed to and from the North Col. From the North Col the climb is along the ridge and north face. Three camps will be set up before ascending the summit. The hike is entirely on snow, glacier, icefall, and rock towards the summit. Starting base camp, the views are stunning till the summit. After completing the climb, we trek back to Suketar (Biratnagar) to take a flight to Kathmandu.

  • Planning the Kanchenjunga expedition with Amigo Treks and Expedition allows you to enjoy full service: necessary permits, climbing documents, traveling logistics (airfare, ground shuttle, and porters), English speaking Sherpas and guides, and other requirements of mountaineers. The company also organizes professional logistics for the provision of all required accommodation and food up till the base camp. This package ensures bed and breakfast in Kathmandu and three freshly cooked meals and hot/cold drinks during the trek and the climb. Moreover, we provide expedition quality personal tents both with full board or base-camp service only, a comprehensive First Aid kit, satellite phone, and solar panel to charge your phone.

  • Late spring and autumn are the best time to plan this expedition. Physical fitness and climbing training are required to successfully achieve the summit. Amigo Treks and Expedition ensures personalized and professional service, flat rate, and special group discount not only for this expedition but also for other best expeditions like Pumori Expedition, Ama Dablam Expedition, and even Mt. Everest Expedition.

Kanchenjunga (8,586m), located in the eastern part of Nepal, is the second-highest peak in Nepal and the third highest in the World. The name β€˜Kanchenjunga’ is derived from the Tibetan words β€˜Kanchen’ and β€˜Dzonga’ meaning β€˜The Five Treasure of the Great Snows’. Three of the main peaks; Kanchenjunga Main (8,586m), Kanchenjunga Central (8,482m), and Kanchenjunga South (8,494m) lie on the border between Nepal and North Sikkim in India, and the remaining two peaks Kanchenjunga West or Yalung Kang (8,505m) and Kangbachen (7,903) lie in the Taplejung District of Nepal. Moreover, these peaks lie inside the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area, which is also home to the Red Panda and other rare plants, animals, and birds. The most remote of all 8000m peaks in Nepal, Kanchenjunga, was first climbed on May 25, 1955, by Joe Brown and George Band of the British expedition team.

The Expedition: Typically 54 days are required to complete the Kanchenjunga Expedition, in which 32 days are set aside to climb the peak. Kanchenjunga Expedition starts with a flight from Kathmandu to Biratnagar (Suketar). There are two base camps options to climb Kanchenjunga: Kanchenjunga North Base Camp on Kanchenjunga Glacier and South Base Camp on Yalung Glacier – both accessible from Suketar.Β Β  From Suketar, we walk up to the north base camp (not the easiest but the safest route); enjoying the remoteness of the area that has successfully retained its pristine beauty, mystery, and charm; the settlement of the people and the very rare endemic flora with 30 varieties of rhododendrons and 69 varieties of orchids. It takes about 11 days to reach the base camp.

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The climb begins through the narrow ice ridge and technical and intricate mixed rock and ice climb to the North Col- about 500m from the base camp. 900m bee-line is also fixed to and from the North Col. From the North Col the climb is along the ridge and north face. Three camps will be set up before ascending the summit. The hike is entirely on snow, glacier, icefall, and rock towards the summit. Starting base camp, the views are stunning till the summit. After completing the climb, we trek back to Suketar (Biratnagar) to take a flight to Kathmandu.

Planning theΒ Kanchenjunga expedition with Amigo Treks and Expedition allows you to enjoy full service: necessary permits, climbing documents, traveling logistics (airfare, ground shuttle, and porters), English speaking Sherpas and guides, and other requirements of mountaineers. The company also organizes professional logistics for the provision of all required accommodation and food up till the base camp. This package ensures bed and breakfast in Kathmandu and three freshly cooked meals and hot/cold drinks during the trek and the climb. Moreover, we provide expedition quality personal tents both with full board or base-camp service only, a comprehensive First Aid kit, satellite phone, and solar panel to charge your phone.

Late spring and autumn are the best time to plan this expedition. Physical fitness and climbing training are required to successfully achieve the summit. Amigo Treks and Expedition ensures personalized and professional service, flat rate, and special group discount not only for this expedition but also for other best expeditions like Pumori Expedition, Ama Dablam Expedition, and even Mt. Everest Expedition.

What is included in the trip price

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The essentials and support items that are already built into the package.

  • Cost Include

  • Arrival and departure transfers by private car

  • Accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast (4*deluxe)

  • Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu

  • One day guided city tour in Kathmandu valley

  • Kathmandu to Biratnagar and return air tickets

  • All meals (Lunch/Dinner/Breakfast) during the trek

  • Accommodation (Lodge/Guest House) while on a trek

  • Trekking Permits and TIMS permit for the trek

  • Trekking guide during the trek and climbing Sherpa while climbing

  • Required porters and yak to carry luggage and other essentials supplies

  • Special climbing permits and their procedure

  • Gamow bag and Oxygen

  • Garbage deposit fees

  • All wages, equipment, medical and accidental Insurances for all involved staff during the trip

  • First Aid medical kits for the Group and the staff.

  • Satellite phone carrying by Guide for communication with company staff and available for members with the cost of US$ 4 per minute call.

  • Required fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period.

What to budget for separately

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Items travelers usually pay for separately, depending on style, spending habits, and optional upgrades.

  • Excludes

  • Nepal arrival visa fees

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

  • Monument entrance fees while on Kathmandu tour only

  • All snacks, energy drinks, mineral water, cigarettes, packed food

  • Personal nature items, Laundry Expenses, Tips

  • Expenses incurred towards usage of landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies or satellite phones And Internet expenses

  • Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Camera/Video Fees or Trekking Gears

  • Rescue, Repatriation, Medicines, Medical Tests, and Hospitalization expenses

  • Medical Insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.

  • Personal climbing gears

Group rates by party size

Per-person rates adjust automatically with your party size. Member discounts apply where available.

2-10 travelers

US$ 27,500

per person

Questions travelers usually ask before booking

These route questions cover Nepal, expedition in nepal planning, and the logistics travelers usually want clarified before they commit.

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Kanchenjunga Expedition is best for travelers who want an active Himalayan route and are comfortable with the walking pace, terrain, and day-to-day movement this trip requires.

The best timing for Kanchenjunga Expedition depends on route conditions, visibility, transport reliability, and the style of journey. We use the current route plan and season to help you choose the strongest travel window.

54 Days is the standard planning window for Kanchenjunga Expedition. The day-to-day pace depends on the route structure, travel style, and how much time is needed for stronger acclimatization, sightseeing, or transfers.

Kanchenjunga Expedition is planned as a more demanding expedition-style route journey, so the experience is paced around that level of movement and stamina. The route reaches 8,586m (28,169ft), which also shapes the overall effort and recovery needed.

Hotel/ Lodge/Tent. The trip is positioned at the Amigo Essential service level. Final room style and amenities can vary between cities, trail stops, and more remote sections of the route.

Permit, entry, and route-document requirements depend on the destination, route, and the final version of your trip for Nepal. We confirm exactly what applies before departure rather than asking you to guess from generic lists.

Meal inclusions depend on the route design and overnight setup. We confirm what is covered before departure so you know where flexibility or extra budget may be useful.

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