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Expedition Departure Details
Spring Season:
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 05, 2024
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 08, 2024
Mt. Kanchenjunga is also known under similarly-spelled names, such as Kangchenjunga or Kanchinjinga which is located within the Great Himalayan Range. Mount Kanchenjunga is the world’s third highest peak in the world and the second-highest mountain in Nepal. The peak’s massif consists of four summits, three of which are over 8,000 meter high. Kanchenjunga I is the highest which standing at 8,586 meter. Kanchenjunga West known as "Yalung Kang" takes the second place at 8,505 meter. Next is Kanchenjunga South – 8,494 meter. Beside this there is another summit which called Mount Kanchenjunga Central 8,482m. which is closed to Kanchenjunga South summit. Finally, the lowest one is Kangbachen 7,903 meter. The summits’ location resembles a cross, with each summit signifying one arm. There are four main ridges connecting the summits to adjacent peaks. Kanchenjunga’s ridges are rich in glaciers.
Once assumed to be the highest mountain in the world, Kanchenjunga, meaning ‘five treasures of the high snow’ is located between Nepal and India. This magnificent mountain was first climbed in 1955 by Joe Brown and George Band of the British Kanchenjunga Expedition and fifty years after the first expedition made an attempt in climbing Kanchenjunga in 1986. First winter ascent by Polish climbers Jerzy Kukuczka and Krzysztof Wielicki at 11 January 1986.
Kanchenjunga Climbing Route:
Climbing Mount Kanchenjunga is intricate mixed climbing at first and then later involves one of the longest horizontal climbs above 8,000 meter, making it a very demanding mountain that requires well planned logistics and a good, strong support. Probably that is why, despite being the 3rd highest mountain in the world, Kanchenjunga sees very little traffic.
The expedition lasts nearly ten weeks, so you should take into account the changing weather conditions. Before the final departure, make sure to be prepared for snowstorms, as during the summer monsoon season there is heavy snowfall. In the winter, the snowfall is less burdensome. Nevertheless, the weather at Kanchenjunga can be quite unpredictable.
The Kanchenjunga ascent is a tricky one – you need to be prepared for the risk of falling ice or avalanche. Apart from the weather dangers, the air is extremely thin at such high altitudes, which further obstructs the climb. It is imperative to have a reliable, professional support in such harsh conditions.
Kanchenjunga South Face Route Camps:
Kanchenjunga Advance BC - 5,475m./17,717ft.
Kanchenjunga Camp 01 - 6,200m./20,341ft.
Kanchenjunga Camp 02 - 6,400m./20,997ft.
Kanchenjunga Camp 03 - 7,100m./23,294ft.
Kanchenjunga Camp 04 - 7,550m./24,770ft.
As the most remote 8,000 meter mountain, the approach on the Kanchenjunga expedition takes you to the eastern border of Nepal, trekking through unspoiled and remote areas in the Arun valley before arriving at the base camp. The trek to base camp leads through one of Nepal’s most beautiful routes, including the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area. The Area is rich in various vegetation forms, from cultivated lands to lush forests. It is also home to such magnificent animals as the snow leopard or the red panda. The Conservation Area is part of the Sacred Himalayan Landscape.
Note:
If you have your own private group or team, please e-mail us to know the price and details of expedition.
If you are alone and looking for a group to join then visit our fix-departure expedition information.
April 05 - Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
April 06 - Day 02: Preparation for Expedition or, free.
April 07 - Day 03: Official work and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
April 08 - Day 04: Drive to Taplejung Bazar (1442m.) O/N at tented Camp.
April 09 - Day 05: Taplejung rest for porter arrangement and preparation.
April 10 - Day 06: Taplejung – Lali Kharka (2,200m.).
April 11 - Day 07: Lali Kharka – Khesewa (1,666m.).
April 12 - Day 08: Khesewa – Mamankhe (1,584m.).
April 13 - Day 09: Mamankhe – Yamphudin (1,670m.).
April 14 - Day 10: Yamphudin – Chittre or, Omje Khola Camp (2,340m.).
April 15 - Day 11: Chittre/Omje Khola Camp – Torontang (2,995m.).
April 16 - Day 12: Torontang – Tseram (3,870m.).
April 17 - Day 13: Tseram – Ramche (4,620m.) or, Ramze Glacier Camp.
April 18 - Day 14: Ramche - Middle Camp at Glacier (4,900m.). Tented Camp 7 Hrs.
April 19 - Day 15: Glacier – Kanchenjunga Advance Base Camp (5,475m.). 7hrs.)
April 20/May 14 - Day 16/40: Climbing period for Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586m.) South Face summit.
May 15 - Day 41: Backpack, Clean Base Camp and trek back to Ramche.
May 16 - Day 42: Ramje – Omje Khola Camp (2340m.).
May 17 - Day 43: Omje Khola Camp – Yamphudin. (1670m.).
May 18 - Day 44: Yamphudin – Khewang or, Khebang (1,915m.).
May 19 - Day 45: Khewang – Panchami Bazar (1,422m.).
May 20 - Day 46: Panchami – Ghopetar/Phidim Bazar (1,157m.)- drive to Bhadrapur. O/N at Hotel.
May 21 - Day 47: Bhadrapur (91m.) to Kathmandu by flight then transfer to Hotel.
May 22 - Day 48: Kathmandu free.
May 23 - Day 49: Free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
May 24 - Day 50: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.
05 April - Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
06 April - Day 02: Preparation for Expedition and free.
07 April - Day 03: Official work and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
08 April - Day 04: Fly to Bhadrapur (91m.) then drive to Ilam Bazar (1206m.). O/N at Lodge.
09 April - Day 05: Drive to Jorpul (9/10hrs.) via Phidim (1,157m.). O/N at Lodge.
10 April - Day 06: Trek to Khewang or, Khebang (1,740m.) 5hrs. O/N at Lodge.
11 April - Day 07: Trek to Yamphudin (2,070m.) 7hrs. O/N at Lodge.
12 April - Day 08: Trek to Torongdin (2,995m.) 11hrs. O/N at Lodge.
13 April - Day 09: Trek to Tseram (3,870m.) 4hrs. O/N at Lodge.
14 April - Day 10: Rest and Acclimatization in Tseram. O/N at Lodge.
15 April - Day 11: Trek to Ramche (4,620m.) 5hrs. Tented Camp.
16 April - Day 12: Trek to Middle Camp (4,900m.) 7hrs. Tented Camp.
17 April - Day 13: Trek to Kanchenjunga Base camp, set up Advance Base Camp (5,475m.).
18 April/20 May - Days 14/46: Climbing period for Kanchenjunga main (8586m.) South Face summit.
21 May - Day 47: Pack pack and clean base camp for return.
22 May - Day 48: Trek back to Ramche (4,620m.) 9hrs. Lodge/Camping.
23 May - Day 49: Trek to Torongdin (2,995m.) 7hrs. O/N at Lodge.
24 May - Day 50: Trek to Yamphudin (2,070m.) 9rs. O/N at Lodge.
25 May - Day 51: Drive to Jorpul (9/10hrs.) via Khebang. O/N at Lodge.
26 May - Day 52: Drive to Bhadrapur then transer to Hotel for O/N.
27 May - Day 53: Bhadrapur to Kathmandu by flight/drive then transfer to Hotel.
28 May - Day 54: Free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
29 May - Day 55: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.
Hiring High Altitude Climbing Sherpa (Guide): USD 3000 Per Sherpa (If required by Member)
Note:
We will provide you the expedition cost as per your size of group or, as per your requirement for the expedition service. We request you to e-mail us or, use "Book Expedition" form for send us your message.
- Above given cost does not include the climbing Sherpa’s food and fuel, tents, climbing gears and summit bonus above advance base camp.
- Hiring a high altitude Sherpa does cost includes equipment allowances, daily wages, food and fuel up to base camp, insurance and sleeping tents at BC etc.
Summit Bonus: Camp 8000m. = USD 500 and over 8000m. to summit= USD 500 = 1000 USD extra payable for climbing Sherpa on the spot.
