Treks: Kanchanjunga

The Kanchanjunga Trek

Grade Length
Strenuous 27 days

Description
Kanchanjunga, referred to as "Five Great Treasures of the Snows", is situated on the eastern border of Nepal. It's main peak is the third highest in the world. At 8,586m (28,169ft) it is only 81 meters shorter than K2. There are several other peaks in this range also over 8,000 meters (26,250 feet). The trek to this area is probably the best that trekking offers in terms of lush natural beauty. The route is far less trekked than most other trekking routes in Nepal.

Itinerary

Day	Activities
1	Arrive in Kathmandu. Late-afternoon city walk, usually amazing for first-time visitors to Nepal
2	Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
3	Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley and preparation for trekking departure
4	Fly to Biratnagar mid morning. Drive to Basantapur and camp.
5	To Chauki.
6	To Gupha Pokhari.
7	To Gurja Gaon.
8	To Dovan.
9	To Mitlung.
10	To Chhiruwa.
11	To Shokathung.
12	To Amjilesha.
13	To Kyapra.
14	To Ghunsa.
15	To Khumbachen for marvelous viewing and camp.
16	To Ghunsa.
17	In Ghunsa. A village tour. Essentially a rest day.
18	To Sinion-La pass.
19	To Torantan.
20	To Ymphudin.
21	To Lopadin.
22	To Lalikharka.
23	To Suketar.
24	Fly to Biratnagar and spend the night in a hotel.
25	Fly to Kathmandu mid morning. Free afternoon.
26	In the Kathmandu Valley, guided touring and shopping.
27	Depart Kathmandu for home.

Location

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