Kangchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world, is located in the easternmost part of Nepal. The Milke Danda Range in eastern Nepal and north of Taplejung is a sanctuary for Nepal's National flower, the rhododendron. The foothills of these mountains get upwards of 3,500 mm of rain per year, triple the amount of annual rainfall of western Nepal. The effect is most visible in the thick, verdant forests and heavy undergrowth. Even at the height of the dry season, the jungle trails are lush and green. The entire trek through the humid forests of the Tamur River basin is an orchid enthusiast's delight!

This trek entails flying to Taplejung and trekking the ridge route to Kangchenjunga south base camp, then backtracking to Tseram to cross over to the northern side.

Day 1: Delhi
Arrive late in the evening at Indira Gandhi International airport and transfer to your hotel. I recommend booking a room at the Radisson as it is the closest hotel to the airport and provides airport transfers. (Remember that your stay in Delhi is not included in your trek cost). Also, you can choose to fly directly to Kathmandu if it is more convenient from your departure point.

Day 2: Kathmandu
Fly to Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International airport and be met by a member of our crew. We will be driven to our hotel and later go on a familiarization walk with one of our guides.
Yoga practice in the afternoon

Day 3: Kathmandu
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Spend the early part of the day on a guided tour of sacred Tibetan stupas and monasteries. Later we will take a flight to Biratnagar where we will spend the evening relaxing before our trek begins the following day.
Overnight in Hotel

Day 4: Lali Kharka (2,250m/7,402ft)
Fly to Taplejung on the early morning flight and trek 5km (3 hrs) to Lali Kharka past picturesque multi-ethnic villages.
Yoga practice will be held in the afternoon.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 5: Keswa (2,100m/6,909ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Trek 9km (5 hrs) to Keswa, the mountains a striking presence looming at the head of the valley. From the ridge there are good views of Mt. Junnu (7,710m/25,365ft) also known as Kumbhakarna Himal.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 6: Mamankhe (1,920m/6,317ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Trek 11.5km (5 hrs) to Mamankhe, a Rai and Limbu village where the houses are surrounded by barley, millet and corn fields.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 7: Yamptudin (1,635m/5,379ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Today we trek 7km (3 hrs) to Yamptudin. It is most probably the only Gurung village this far east, and unlike their Rai and Limbu neighbours, the Gurung speak Nepali.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 8: Lamite Bhanjyang (2,900m/9,541ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Trek 8.5km (4 hrs) to Lamite Bhanjyang, which is surrounded by a thick forest of tall trees. Beyond this point one comes across only herders and shepherds taking their livestock to high pastures.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 9: Tseram (3,770m/12,403ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Trek 16km (7 hrs) to Tseram, located at the junction where the trail branches off to the Yalung Glacier.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 10: Ramche (4,800m/16,055ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Trek 9km (3 hrs) to Ramche, a yak shelter 2.5 hours away from the Kangchenjunga South Base Camp. Further up there is a broad glacier field at Oktang, which is a great place to camp barring any altitude symptoms.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 11: Tseram (3,770m/12,403ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Today we trek a total of 18.5km (7 hrs). The day begins with an ascent to Kanchenjunga South Base Camp and finishes with a quick descent to Tseram.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 12: Rapka Kharka (4,000m/13,160ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Today is a long day's trek (11.5km/7 hrs), crossing two 4,800 m passes. From the exotically named Sinion La there is a most spectacular view. Mt. Kangchenjunga (8,586m/28,248ft) and Mt. Junnu dominate the eastern horizon, to the west is the jagged ridge of Jaljale Himal which separates the Tamur and Arun watersheds, and far in the distance are Mt. Makalu (8,485m/27,916ft) and Mt. Everest (8,848m/29,110ft). On a clear day, you can see down to the Indian plains in the south.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 13: Ghunsa (3,550m/11,670ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
A 9km (4.5 hrs) trek down to the valley takes us to the site of a Tibetan Refugee Camp, where we will halt for the night.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 14: Rampuk Kharka (3,720m/12.239ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Trek 11.5km (7 hrs) through forest and moraine country with narrow trails and rock falls.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 15: Lhonak (4,780m/15,726ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
After trekking 13.5 km (6 hrs) we arrive in Lhonak. From here the north face of Kangchenjunga is visible with its three stacked glacier shelves from which seracs break off from time to time and tumble down in billowing clouds of ice. At the head of the valley there are views of Mt. Kirat Chuli (7,365m/24,231ft), Nepal Peak (7,168m/23,583ft) and The Twins (7,350m/24,182ft), with the valley itself seeming to go on and on.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 16: Pang Pema (5,200m/17,060ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Trek 10.5km (4 hrs) to Pang Pema where you can get even better views of the north face. It is a wonderful place to relax, and soak up the silence and tranquility.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 17: Ghunsa (3,550m/11,670ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
This will be a long day, as we will descend 31.5km (10 hrs) to our camp at Ghunsa. We will have a thrilling view of Mt. Kumbhakarna (7,170m/23,589ft) as well as a magnificent view of the Kumbhakarna Glacier.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 18: Amjilasa (2,650m/8,719ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
We will trek 17 km (7 hrs) to Amjilasa. As we depart, we climb a small hill before descending to Phere Village through rhododendron forest. The trail dances with the Ghunsa Khola (river) Gorge and at times can be steep. Once we reach Kyapra Village, nestled in the terraced fields, we will be just over half way to our destination.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 19: Chirwa (1,500m/4,935ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Trek 23.5km (7 hrs) to Chirwa. From Amjillasa the trail climbs steeply above the Ghunsa Khola, providing a wonderful view of the valley below. After passing Sakathum Village we will arrive at the confluence of the Tamur and Ghunsa Khola. The trail later crosses the Simbuwa Khola (formed by the Yalung Glacier) as it follows the Tamur to Chirwa.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 20: Taplejung
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Today is another long day (31km/9 hrs) as we climb up to the ridge to get back to Taplejung for the return flight.
Overnight stay in tents

Day 21: Kathmandu
We will fly back to Biratnagar on the early morning flight and make our connection to Kathmandu.
Check into Hotel
Yoga practice will be in the afternoon

Day 22: Kathmandu
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Spend the day sightseeing and shopping, or take a free day and rest.
Overnight in Hotel

Day 23: Delhi
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Transfer to International Airport and fly back to Delhi. (Be sure to book an early enough flight to allow for any travel delays, especially if you are flying out from Delhi late night/early morning). You can rest and wash up at the Radisson before heading to Indira Gandhi International airport to catch your return flight, or stay overnight as per your travel plans.

Cost per person: US $4,500 based on a 4-person group, US $4,000 based on a 6-person group.
Prices are subject to change. Contact us to confirm quotes, or to inquire about a private trek quote.

Price Includes: daily yoga instruction, roundtrip ground transportation from Kathmandu, accommodations (based on double occupancy) and breakfasts while in Kathmandu; flights in Nepal; and equipment such as: two-person tents, dining tent, foam mats, stools and all cooking and kitchen gear; all trekking expenses, support crew and sightseeing within the tour program; professional guides and escorts throughout the trip; all admissions, and special service charges, as per itinerary.

Price Excludes: international flight and airport taxes; visa and passport fees; medical and trip cancellation insurance; accommodation while in Delhi; any personal expenses such as: laundry, phone calls, alcoholic beverages, gratuity for our crew and any personal medical expenses. Personal camping gear such as: sleeping bags, sleeping pads, etc., are not included.