Expedition Overview
Mount Kanchenjunga, rising to 8,586 meters, is the third-highest mountain in the world and one of the most stunning peaks of the Eastern Himalayas. Located on the border between Nepal and India, it is part of the Kangchenjunga Himal range and is revered for its dramatic ridges, massive glaciers, and remote wilderness. Known as the “Five Treasures of the Great Snow,” Kanchenjunga holds deep spiritual significance, and its unclimbed summit—respected by many climbers due to local beliefs—adds to its mystique. With its wild beauty, challenging terrain, and rich cultural heritage, Kanchenjunga remains one of the most awe-inspiring and least disturbed high peaks on Earth.
Detailed Itinerary
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Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel
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Rest in Kathmandu, expedition briefing and Preparation |
B/D |
Hotel |
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Rest in Kathmandu, expedition briefing and Preparation
3
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Fly to Bhadrapur, drive to Phidim |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Fly to Bhadrapur, drive to Phidim
4
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Trek to Khewang (1740 m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek to Khewang (1740 m)
5
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Trek to Khewang (1740 m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek to Khewang (1740 m)
6
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Trek to Yamphudin (2080m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek to Yamphudin (2080m)
7
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Acclimatization in Yamphudin |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Acclimatization in Yamphudin
8
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Trek to Tortong |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek to Tortong
9
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Trek to Tseram |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek to Tseram
10
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Trek to Ramche |
B/L/D |
Tent |
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Trek to Ramche
11
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Trek from Ramche to Glacier Camp ( 4890) |
B/L/D |
Tent |
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Trek from Ramche to Glacier Camp ( 4890)
12
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Trek from Glacier Camp to Kanchenjunga base camp (5143m) |
B/L/D |
Tent |
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Trek from Glacier Camp to Kanchenjunga base camp (5143m)
13 - 32
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Rotation: From Basecamp to Camps I, II, and III, followed by a return to Basecamp. |
B/L/D |
Tent |
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The rotation phase involves ascending from Basecamp through Camps I, II, and III to acclimatize, before returning to Basecamp to prepare for the final summit push.
33 - 43
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Climbing Period: Basecamp → Kanchenjunga Summit (8,586m) → Basecamp. |
B/L/D |
Tent |
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The climbing period covers the journey from Basecamp to the Kanchenjunga summit at 8,586 meters and back down to Basecamp.
44
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Base Camp cleanup & packing |
B/L/D |
Tent |
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Base Camp cleanup & packing
45
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Trek from Basecamp to Ramche |
B/L/D |
Tent |
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Trek from Basecamp to Ramche
46
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Trek to Tortong |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek to Tortong
47
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Trek to Yamphudin |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek to Yamphudin
48
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Trek to Khewang |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek to Khewang
49
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Trek to Khandenba |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek to Khandenba
50
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Trek from Khandenba to Bhadrapur & transfer to hotel |
B/L/D |
Hotel |
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Trek from Khandenba to Bhadrapur & transfer to hotel
51
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Fly from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu & transfer to hote |
Breakfast |
Hotel |
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Fly from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu & transfer to hotel
52
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Rest in Kathmandu |
Breakfast |
Hotel |
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Rest in Kathmandu
53
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Final departure |
Breakfast |
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Final departure
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Services
Includes
Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop), by private vehicle.
4 nights hotel in Kathmandu (4-star category) - single room on bed and breakfast plan.
One Welcome Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with Office Staff.
Assistance for cargo clearance in Nepal’s Customs, clearance cost is subject to a charge.
1-night Hotel in Bhadrapur City (Tourist Standard) – Sharing room on full board plan.
Expedition Royalty and permit of Nepal Government to climb Mt. Kangchenjunga, Restricted area entry permit, and fee.
1 Government Liaison officer with full equipment, salary, and accommodation.
Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit fees.
Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition.
Trekking and climbing map.
One AltiPro Adventures Duffle Bag.
(Domestic Flight) Fly from Kathmandu – Bhadrapur and drive by jeep from Yamphudin (via Phidim). While returning; Drive from Tapetok to Bhadrapura (by jeep) and fly from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu, as per the itinerary. (Helicopter Flight): Both-way Helicopter flights from Tseram - Kangchenjunga Basecamp – Tapetok (on a schedule and in a group basis).
Transportation of all necessary equipment for all Members and Staff from Kathmandu to Yamphudin (by Truck) and from Yamphudin to Base camp (By Porters – depending upon condition) – While returning; Base camp to Yamphudin (By Porters– depending upon condition) and Yamphuding to Kathmandu (by Truck). Based on the condition, different transportation variants may adopt.
Up to 60 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carrying by porters or mules.
3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge during the trek and at the Basecamp. Hygienic and fresh green vegetables, fresh meat, fruits, soft drinks, and juice will be served during the entire expedition using helicopter flights. Well-managed base camp set up for members & Staff.
All necessary logistic arrangements for Camping during the trek.
Porter per member up to and from Base camp (both ways).
Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen Helpers as required.
All Nepalese staff & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipment, food & clothing.
Each member will have an individual box tent in Base Camp.
Back up Oxygen Cylinder, mask, and regulator (with appropriate charge).
Single Tent, foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning Tent, 1 Kitchen Tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower Tent, 1 Staffs Tent, 1 Tent for Nepalese base camp staff, Store tent, Tables & chairs & all necessary cooking gears.
Heater at base camp in each Dining and other necessary camps.
1 Solar panel and Generator for lights at base camp, for the battery charges, laptop, and other electronic devices.
Oxygen, Mask Regulator, Ice wall, and Ladder training at basecamp by a professional guide.
1 veteran and government-licensed climbing Sherpa per member (1 Member: 1 Sherpa), during the entire climb from Basecamp to the summit and back, and on each rotation.
Climbing Sherpa to assist in carrying your gear to the high camps.
Climbing Sherpa Salary, Equipment, Food, and Clothing.
Summit Oxygen: 3 oxygen bottles (4 Ltrs.) for each member and 1 oxygen bottle for each high-altitude Sherpa.
1 Set of Summit Oxygen masks and regulator for each member and high-altitude Sherpa, which has to be returned after the expedition.
High Altitude Tent, Necessary cooking EPI gas, cooking pot, High food for a member, Sherpa, and other crews at (C1) (C2) (C3) and (C4). Group climbing gears, and fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required.
Members will share tents in high camps (2 members: 1 tent).
The team of experienced Sherpas (including personal Sherpa) will fix the route in Kanchenjunga (no extra charge will be applied to members).
Satellite Phone for emergency communication carried by Sherpa, also available for members with appropriate charge.
Walkie–Talkie for communicating from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp.
Satellite Phone/Walkie-talkie permit for all members and staff.
Internet facility will be available at the Base Camp (SUBJECT TO A CHARGE).
Weather forecast report regularly from Meteotest, Bern (Switzerland) during the entire expedition.
Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staff.
Mt. Kangchenjunga climbing certificate issued by MoCTCA (after climbing Mt. Kangchenjunga successfully).
Excludes
International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
Nepalese Visa fee is $125 USD for 90 Days.
Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary).
Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu / Bhadrapur. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition, or domestic flight cancellation (due to any other reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Insurance covering both medical and high-altitude evacuation costs (for the trip cancellation, interruption, high-altitude rescue & air evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.) *Mandatory
Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Kathmandu but we will have soft drinks for members at base camp).
Clothing, Packing Items, Bags, Personal Medical Kit, and all kinds of Personal Trekking / Climbing Gear.
Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean.
Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.
Not included during the trek and expedition.
Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa- Minimum 1500 USD.
Calculate some tips for Basecamp staff – Minimum 400 USD.
Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary and not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.
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Expedition Details
Peak Name
Kanchenjunga Expedition
Duration
50-55 Days
Max Elevation
8,586 m
Best Seasons
Spring
Region
Kangchenjunga Range
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