Kanchenjunga Base Camp

Trip Fact:
Trek Code: BATE NEP 18
Trek Name: Kanchenjunga Base Camp
Grade: Strenuous
Max Elevation: 5002m/16400ft
Accommodation: Hotel/e/Camp
Meal: All meal on trek & Bed & breakfast in cities
Transport: Flight or Private vehicle
Trek Days: 18
Total Days: 22

Trip Summary:

Mount Kanchenjunga, one of the world's most spectacular mountains, is renowned as the queen of mountains. Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak on the planet, can boast of varied ecological zones, from the subtropical land to glacial wilderness. Mighty Kanchenjunga glacier is the most famous attraction of Kanchenjunga. Great valleys, encircled by high peaks, are another feature of Kanchenjunga. Mt. Kanchenjunga is a massif with its highest peak reaching 8,586metres. It is encircled with dozens of peaks, each of them competing with their queen. It is one of the most remote and beautiful areas in Nepal which, unused to foreign visitors, still lies shrouded in mystery. The feature of the walk is pleasant villages then in the high regions, glorious mountains and abundant wild life. It is located in the extreme northeast corner of Nepal bordering Sikkim (an Indian state) to the east and China to the North. This includes musk deer, blue sheep and for the believer, the Yeti! This trek begins at Tumlingtar or Taplejung accessible by air, or Ilam or Basantpur accessible by road. Soaring peaks, the Yalung Glacier and a wide variety of natural vegetation and agriculture areas can be seen in this region and magnificent views of Mt. Everest, Makalu and Kanchenjunga massif will make the trip memorable.

Trek begins with warm traditional welcome and quick safety briefing followed by comprehensive trip briefing next day, introduction to your guide and entertain last minutes questions.

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