About the Region
An epic grand traverse of eastern Nepal around Mount Kanchenjunga (8,586m — 3rd highest peak). This comprehensive itinerary covers both Pangpema (North Base Camp) and Oktang (South Base Camp) across Sele La and Mirgin La passes.
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Trek Itineraries in Kanchenjunga Circuit
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Kanchenjunga Circuit (North & South Base Camps) - Full Route Itinerary
Book This Trek| Day | Route | Elevation | Distance | Time | Notes & Trail Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Fly KTM to Bhadrapur & Drive to Ilam / Taplejung
Hotel / Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
1,820m | 120.00 km | ~5.0 hrs | Scenic flight along Himalayas; drive through lush green tea gardens of Ilam. |
| 2 |
Drive Taplejung to Sekathum (Trek Start)
Rustic Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
1,660m | 35.00 km | ~4.0 hrs | Jeep ride via Chiruwa along Tamor and Ghunsa river confluence. |
| 3 |
Sekathum to Amjilosa
Rustic Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
2,510m | 9.50 km | ~6.0 hrs | Steep canyon gorge walk through dense bamboo and rhododendron forests. |
| 4 |
Amjilosa to Gyabla (Kyapra)
Rustic Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
2,730m | 8.50 km | ~5.0 hrs | Forest trails, roaring waterfalls, Tibetan-influenced mountain culture. |
| 5 |
Gyabla to Ghunsa
Teahouse Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
3,595m | 11.00 km | ~5.5 hrs | Enter large Tibetan-Sherpa village; active monastery and good lodges. |
| 6 |
Acclimatization Day in Ghunsa
Teahouse Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
3,595m | 5.00 km | ~3.5 hrs | Acclimatization day hike towards Yamatari Glacier / Lhonak ridge. |
| 7 |
Ghunsa to Khambachen
Teahouse Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
4,050m | 10.50 km | ~5.5 hrs | Dramatic views of Mt. Jannu (Kumbhakarna, 7,710m) north face. |
| 8 |
Khambachen to Lhonak
Rustic Lodge / Tent
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
4,780m | 9.50 km | ~5.0 hrs | Traverse lateral moraine of Kanchenjunga Glacier across wide valley. |
| 9 |
Lhonak to Pangpema (North BC) & Return
Rustic Lodge / Tent
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
5,143m | 10.00 km | ~6.5 hrs | North Base Camp right across towering north face of Kanchenjunga; back to Lhonak. |
| 10 |
Lhonak to Ghunsa
Teahouse Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
3,595m | 18.00 km | ~6.5 hrs | Descend back down valley to Ghunsa village junction. |
| 11 |
Ghunsa to Sele La High Camp
Rustic High Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
4,290m | 7.00 km | ~4.5 hrs | Climb isolated ridge trail through juniper and moss woods. |
| 12 |
Sele La to Cheram via Mirgin La & Sinelapche La
Rustic Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
4,646m | 11.50 km | ~7.5 hrs | Triple high pass crossing with breathtaking views of Yalung Glacier into Cheram. |
| 13 |
Cheram to Oktang (South BC) & Return to Cheram
Rustic Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
4,730m | 12.00 km | ~6.5 hrs | Climb past Ramche to Oktang viewpoint for close-up South Face panorama. |
| 14 |
Cheram to Torongding
Rustic Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
2,995m | 10.00 km | ~5.0 hrs | Descend alongside Simbua Khola river through lush subalpine forests. |
| 15 |
Torongding to Yamphudin
Homestay / Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
2,080m | 9.00 km | ~5.5 hrs | Cross Lasiya Bhanjyang ridge (3,310m); descend to multi-ethnic Yamphudin. |
| 16 |
Yamphudin to Khebang / Medibung
Homestay
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
1,915m | 11.00 km | ~5.0 hrs | Scenic hillsides and traditional Limbu villages. |
| 17 |
Drive Khebang / Suketar to Ilam
Hotel in Ilam
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
1,200m | 80.00 km | ~6.0 hrs | Jeep drive across eastern mid-hills to tea capital Ilam. |
| 18 |
Drive to Bhadrapur & Fly to Kathmandu
Hotel in Kathmandu
Breakfast
|
1,400m | — | — | Drive to Bhadrapur airport and return flight to Kathmandu. |
What's Included in Kanchenjunga Circuit (North & South Base Camps)
Domestic flights KTM - Bhadrapur/Suketar - KTM
4WD jeep connections across eastern mid-hills
Restricted Area Permit (RAP) & KCA Permit
Certified high-altitude guide & porters
Teahouse/homestay accommodation and all meals
First aid and safety equipment
What's Excluded in Kanchenjunga Circuit (North & South Base Camps)
International airfare
Nepal visa fee
Emergency evacuation insurance
Personal expenses & crew gratuities
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