|
 |
|
|
|
|
| Destination |
 |
|
|
|
| |
 Tibet Tour |
We offer a choice of overland  journeys, fly-in fly-out arrangements and short treks in Tibet, taking in Lhasa, |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| |
| Bhutan Tour |
We offer a choice  of easy and more challenging treks in this eastern tea-growing region of the Himalaya, |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| |
| Ladhakh Tour |
The barren but  alluring landscapes of Ladhakh and its heritage and people are in many ways like those of Tibet, |
|
|
|
|
|
 |
|
|
|
|
|
 |
|
|
|
 |
|
 |
|
| >> Kangchenjunga North & South Base Camps Treks |
| Trekking : |
24 Days |
| Departures : |
March and September |
| Costs : |
Click here for price list |
| |
|
|
Arguably one of the finest trekking routes in Nepal, this long but enormously rewarding walk goes deep into the remote ranges which lie on the Kingdom's eastern border with Sikkim. The roughly circular route links the north and south base camps of Kangchenjunga, by trekking over the Mirgin La, a pass which offers unforgettable views of the Himalaya, stretching as far as the Khumbu Peaks and Makalu.
The first days of the trek take us through the luxuriant forests and terraced farmlands of the Tamur Valley, whose clear river offers many tempting bathing spots. As the valley narrows to a gorge, we climb high into forests of rhododendron, where numerous waterfalls leap over its steep walls to the floor below. In its upper reaches, the valley opens to an alpine landscape, dominated by the icy wall of Jannu, 'peak of terror'. We are now among the Buddhist mani walls and fluttering prayer flags of the Sherpa villagers, who graze their livestock on islands of pasture, nestled among the boulders and moraines.
We head now for the north base camp of Kangchenjunga and Pang Pema, where we have two days free to explore our surroundings and soak up the incredible scenery. The campsite is at 5139m, lying at the entrance to a vast cirque formed of Wedge Peak, Ramtang, Kambachen, Yalung Kang, the Twins, Cross Peak and 8598m Kangchenjunga. Retracing our steps to the Sherpa village of Ghunsa, we begin the long climb to the Mirgin La. Crossing the 4640m pass, the views can be utterly captivating, with Makalu, Chamlang and the Khumbu peaks ranged to the west. Our descent brings us to the Simbua River, leading to Kangchenjunga's southern face and the awesome Yalung Glacier. Here we have a free day for exploration of the uninhabited and truly wild area surrounding the south base camp. The trek back to Taplejung ends in the lush farmlands of the mostly Buddhist Kiranti, Tamang and Sunwar peoples.
Fitness & Experience : The length of this trek, the remoteness of the region and the number of days spent at high altitude makes it more demanding than most. Several rest days allow time for acclimatisation and a more relaxed pace. Previous trekking experience is definitely helpful. |
| |
| Outline Itinerary : |
| Day 1: |
Arrive Kathmandu - transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free. |
| Day 2: |
Fly Kathmandu-Biratnagar. |
| Day 3: |
Fly Biratnagar-Taplejung. |
| Days 4-27: |
Trekking to Kangchenjunga's North Base Camp, across the Mirgin La to South Base Camp and back to Taplejung. |
| Day 28: |
Fly back to Kathmandu. |
| Day 29: |
Sightseeing tour of historic Kathmandu and its temples. Time at leisure to explore and shop. |
| Day 30: |
Departure to onward place. |
Our Extra services: for the most part we give female guide to all trekkers, specially for female trekkers who want to do Camping and Teahouses treks with female guide in Nepal. |
| |
[ Book this program ] [ Request for more info ] [ Tell friend ] |
|
|
|
 |
|
 |
|
Home
E-mail
Contact
