Kanchenjunga Expedition (8586m.)

Overview

Kanchenjunga at an elevation of 8586m. is the third-tallest mountain in the world after Mt. Everest and Mt. K2. Kanchenjunga is a word of Sikkimese origin. Himalayan people particularly of Darjeeling, Taplejung and Sikkim highly revere the peak as a sacred mountain. In Nepal it is locally called Sewalungma by Limbu ethnic people.

Kanchenjunga massif encompasses 16 peaks among which four are above 8000m. The mountain comprises of four glaciers covering an area of 314 sq. km. and is a major source for Brahmaputra and Ganges catchments.

Kanchenjunga feature narrow icy ridges spotted with smaller peaks, sloping plateau, hanging glaciers. The risk of avalanches also exists. The summit was first climbed in 1955 by a British expedition team of Joe Brown and George Band among others. The standard route and the one used in the first successful attempt follows southwest route via the Yalung Glacier. However, the north route is considered the safest, although not the easiest to climb.

An interesting fact related to the mountain is that it has actually never been summitted. The first successful mountaineers Brown and Band stopped short of steeping foot on the top of the mountain as per the request of then Maharajah of Sikkim. The tradition has been continued ever since.

Itinerary

Day 1 : Kathmandu Arrival

Kathmandu Arrival

On your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be greeted traditionally with flower garlands. The representative will then take you to your hotel. If time prevails, you will visit office for paperwork.

Stay overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Accomodation: Hotel

Elevation: 1400

Day 2-3 : Rest and prepare day for assignment & briefing.

Rest and prepare day for assignment & briefing. Permit issue day and briefing at Tourism ministry.

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food: Breakfast

Accomodation: Hotel

Elevation: 1400

Day 4 : Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur and drive to Taplejung (1820m).

Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur and drive to Taplejung.

Stay overnight at lodge/tea house.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Elevation: 1820

Day 5 : Drive from Taplejung (1820m.) to Kande Bhanjyang and trek to Mamankhe (1785m.).

Drive from Taplejung (1820m.) to Kande Bhanjyang and trek to Mamankhe (1785m.).

Stay overnight at lodge.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Elevation: 1785

Day 6 : Trek from Mamankhe to Yamphudin (2080m).

Trek from Mamankhe to Yamphudin (2080m.).

Stay overnight in lodge.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Elevation: 2080

Day 7 : Trek from Yamphudin to Tortong (2995m.).

Trek from Yamphudin to Tortong (2995m.).

Stay overnight at lodge.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Elevation: 2995

Day 8 : Trek from Tortong to Anda Phedi (3370m.).

Trek from Tortong to Anda Phedi (3370m.).

Stay overnight at lodge.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Elevation: 3370

Day 9 : Trek from Anda Phedi to Tseram (3870m.).

Trek from Anda Phedi to Tseram (3870m.).

Stay overnight at lodge.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Elevation: 3870

Day 10 : Trek from Tseram to Ramche (4580m.).

Trek from Tseram to Ramche (4580m.).

Stay overnight at camp.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Camp

Elevation: 4580

Day 11-12 : Rest day in Ramche for acclimatization.

Rest day in Ramche for acclimatization.

Stay overnight at camp.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Camp

Elevation: 4580

Day 13 : Trek to Glacier camp (4890m.).

Trek to Glacier camp (4890m.).

Stay overnight at camp.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Camp

Elevation: 4890

Day 14 : Trek to Kanchenjunga Base Camp (5475m.).

Trek to Kanchenjunga Base Camp (5475m.).

Stay overnight at camp.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Camp

Elevation: 5475

Day 15-47 : Climbing period of Kanchenjunga

Climbing period of Kanchenjunga [Base Camp – Kanchenjunga Summit (8586m.) –Base Camp)

Stay overnight at camp.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Camp

Elevation: 8586

Day 48 : Trek from Base Camp to Ramche.

Trek from Base Camp to Ramche.

Stay overnight at camp.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Elevation: 4580

Day 49 : Trek from Ramche to Tseram (3870m.).

Trek from Ramche to Tseram (3870m.). Stay overnight at lodge.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Elevation: 3870

Day 50 : Trek from Tseram to Chitre (2962m.).

Trek from Tseram to Chitre (2962m.). Stay overnight at lodge.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Elevation: 9262

Day 51 : Trek from Chitre to Khebang (1910m.).

Trek from Chitre to Khebang (1910m.).

Stay overnight at lodge.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Elevation: 1910

Day 52 : Trek from Khebang to Gopetar.

Trek from Khebang to Gopetar.

Stay overnight at lodge.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Day 53 : Drive from Gopetar to Bhadrapur.

Drive from Gopetar to Bhadrapur.

Stay overnight at lodge.

Food: BLD

Accomodation: Lodge

Day 54 : Drive from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu.

Drive from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu.

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food: Breakfast

Accomodation: Hotel

Elevation: 1400

Day 55 : Rest and explore day around Kathmandu.

Rest and explore day around Kathmandu.

We will arrange farewell dinner in the evening with live cultural program.

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food: Breakfast

Accomodation: Hotel

Elevation: 1400

Day 56 : Departure

As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer you from your hotel to the airport for your final departure.

Food: Breakfast

What Is Included ?

a) Kathmandu

Pick-up and drop-off service
All airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle

Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu
5 night hotel accommodation with breakfast at 5 star standards hotel

Sightseeing in Kathmandu
One full day city sightseeing in and around Kathmandu valley with private A/C vehicle and English speaking tour guide including entrance fees

Farewell Dinner
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening

Souvenir

b) Trekking/Climbing

Flight Tickets
Flight tickets from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur and Bhadrapur to Kathmandu

Land Transportation
Land transportation from Bhadrapur to Taplejung and Gopetar to Bhadrapur by private jeep

All permits
Expedition Royalty and permit of Nepal Government to climb Kanchenjunga, Restricted area permit for Kanchenjunga region, Entry Permits for Kanchenjunga Conservation Area and TIMS card

High Altitude Climbing Sherpa
Personal climbing guide/Sherpa (1 climbing member will have 1 climbing guide who is trained, experienced and Government license holder)

Climbing Sherpa Salary & Allowance
Salary, equipments, meals and clothing for climbing guide

Bonus
Carry bonus of Sherpas and route fixing charges

Porters
Porter per member up to Base Camp from Taplejung and from Base Camp to Gopetar

Base Camp Staffs
Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen helpers as per group size

Staff Salary and allowance
All involved Nepalese staffs & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipments, foods & clothing

Insurance
Medical & Emergency rescue insurance for all involved Nepalese staffs during the entire trip as per government rule

Liaison Officer
1 Government Liaison officer with full equipments, salary, accommodation and insurance as per government rule

Garbage Management Fee
Garbage transfer & garbage disposal fees as per government rule

Base Camp equipments
Foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning tent, 1 Kitchen tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower tents, 1 Staffs tent, 1 tent for Nepalese Base Camp staffs, store tents, Tables, chairs & necessary cooking gears like Epi gas, high pots, stove, etc.

High Camp services
High altitude tents at (C1) (C2) (C3) (C4), high altitude appropriate food for member, Sherpa and all climbing and cooking crews

Ropes
All required fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing

Rope Fixing Team
The team of experienced Sherpa will fix the route on Manaslu (no extra charge will be applied to members)

Oxygen (O2) Bottle
3 oxygen bottles (4 ltrs.) for each member and 2- oxygen bottle for each high-altitude Sherpa

Oxygen Mask & Regulator
1 Set of Oxygen mask & regulator for each member and high altitude Sherpa

Back up Sets
Back up Oxygen Cylinder, mask and regulator (with appropriate additional charge)

Heater
Heater at Base Camp in each Dining and other necessary camp

Solar/Generator
1 Solar panel and generator for lights and battery charge for laptop and other electronic devices at Base Camp

Satellite Phone
Satellite Phone for emergency communication available for members with appropriate charge

Walkie-Talkie
Walkie –Talkie for communication from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp

Permits
Satellite Phone / walkie-talkie permits

Internet Service
Internet facility (1 Mbps) will be available at the Base Camp with additional charge

First Aid Kit
Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staffs

Certificate
Certificate for Kanchenjuga (8586 meters) climbing issued by Tourism Ministry

Tax and VAT
Tax, VAT and our service charge

What Is Excluded?

Lunch & Dinner
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from trekking / expedition than the scheduled itinerary)

Extra night in Kathmandu
Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking / expedition due to any reason than the scheduled itinerary)

Travel Insurance
Medical and personal high risk travel insurance which should cover helicopter evacuation cost and medical treatment cost incase required

Rescue Evacuation
Medical and emergency rescue evacuation cost if required (Rescue, Repatriation, Helicopter, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs)

Personal Expenses
Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages (However we will provide soft drinks for members at base camp)

Personal Equipments
Clothing, packing items or bags, personal medical kit, personal trekking /climbing Gears

Toiletries
Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and your other personal items used to keep yourself clean

Filming
Permit fee for special filming by using camera or drone

Internet
Internet service is available with extra charge during the trek and Base Camp

Summit Bonus
Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa (Normally US$1500 applies to full board member)

Tips
Tips for Base Camp and other involved staffs

Service Above Base Camp
If you are taking just Base Camp services, then there will be zero service from company above base camp

Rope Fixing
The cost for using fixed rope during the expedition will apply only to base camp service users

Extra services
Any other services or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary