Jannu Himal Expedition, Kumbhakarna Himal Expedition, Kumbhakarna Himal Information, Jannu Himal Itinerary

Trip Overview

Departure Detail
Spring Season                                                                          Autumn Season
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 02, 2026                          Kathmandu Arrival Date: October 01, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 05, 2026          Expedition Fixed Departure Date: October 04, 2026

Mt. Jannu Himal now officially known as Kumbhakarna Himal lies 11km to the West of the summit of Mt. Kanchenjunga. Though lower, it is a very difficult peak, with a summit pyramid that is steep on all sides. The first ascent and and standard route is a complex and difficult, though not extreme, route up the Southeast Ridge, from the Yamatari Glacier. Neighboring peak Jannu East 7,468 meter, was unclimbed as of 1997. On the climbing side, no experience is necessary; however you must be familiar with alpine environments and must understand the risks that camping and climbing above the snowline pose. Kumbhakarna is a large and steep peak in its own right, and has numerous challenging climbing routes. Previous trekking experience or long route hiking experience is desirable. Jannu Himal is called Phoktanglungma, literally "mountain with shoulders" (Phoktang means shoulder and lungma means mountain), in the Limbu language, and is sacred in the Kirant religion.

Climbing History:
Kumbhakarna Jannu was first reconnoitered in 1957 by Guido Magnone, and first attempted in 1959 by a French team led by Jean Franco. It was first climbed in 1962 by a team led by the French alpinist Lionel Terray. Those reaching the summit were René Desmaison, Paul Keller, Robert Paragot and Gyalzen Mitchung Sherpa on April 27, 1962 and Lionel Terray, André Bertraud, Jean Bouvier, Pierre Leroux, Yves Pollet-Villard, Jean Ravier and Wangdi Sherpa on April 28, 1962. Their route started from the Yamatari Glacier south of the peak and followed a circuitous route to the large plateau known as the Throne (a hanging glacier south of the summit), continuing to the summit via the southeast ridge.

Our trip starts from Ilam Bazar, Kabeli Khola and our trail back from same trekking route and end at Suketar then we will take flight back to Kathmandu.

Note:
1. If you have your own private group or team, please e-mail us to know the price and details of expedition.
2. Looking to join a group? if so, feel free to contact us for more information.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: 2026 - Spring

02 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
03 April - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
04 April - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
05 April - Day 04: Fly to Bhadrapur (80m) then drive to Ilam Bazar (1,627m).
06 April - Day 05: Trek from Kabeli Khola – Sikaicha. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
07 April - Day 06: Sikaicha – Khesewa (1,666m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 April - Day 07: Khesewa – Mamankhe (1,584m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
09 April - Day 08: Mamakhe – Yamphudin (2,995m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
10 April - Day 09: Yamphudin – Chittre (Omje Khola - 2,340m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
11 April - Day 10: Chittre – Torontang. (2,995m) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
12 April - Day 11: Torontang – Tseram (3,870m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
13 April - Day 12: Tseram – Ramze (4,620m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
14 April - Day 13: Ramze – Kumbhakarna Base Camp (4,900m). Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
15 April - Day 14: Advanced Base Camp (5,475m). O/N at Camping.
16 April/02 May - Day 15/31: Climbing period Mt. Jannu Himal (Kumbhakarna -7,710m) - Full Camping.
03 May - Day 32: Trek back to Yellung. O/N at Camping.
04 May - Day 33: Yallung – Lamite Bhanjhyang. O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
05 May - Day 34: Lamite Bhanjyang – Yamphudin (2,070m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
06 May - Day 35: Yamphuding – Phonpe Dhara. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
07 May - Day 36: Phonpe Dhara – Khunjar. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 May - Day 37: Khunjar – Suketar and transfer to Teahouse Lodge.
09 May - Day 38: Fly/drive Suketar – Bhadrapur to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
10 May - Day 39: Free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
11 May - Day 40: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey. Final Departure.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: 2026 - Autumn

01 October - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
02 October - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
03 October - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
04 October - Day 04: Fly to Bhadrapur (80m), drive to Ilam Bazar (1,627m). T. Lodge.
05 October - Day 05: Trek from Kabeli Khola – Sikaicha. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
06 October - Day 06: Sikaicha – Khesewa (1,666m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
07 October - Day 07: Khesewa – Mamankhe (1,584m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 October - Day 08: Mamakhe – Yamphudin (2,995m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
09 October - Day 09: Yamphudin – Chittre (Omje Khola - 2,340m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
10 October - Day 10: Chittre – Torontang. (2,995m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
11 October - Day 11: Torontang – Tseram (3,870m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
12 October - 12: Tseram – Ramze (4,620m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
13 October - Day 13: Ramze – Kumbhakarna Base Camp (4,900m). Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
14 October - Day 14: Advanced Base Camp (5,475m). O/N at Camping.
15/31 October - Day 15/31: Climbing period Mt. Jannu Himal (Kumbhakarna -7,710m) - Full Camping.
01 November - Day 32: Trek back to Yellung. O/N at Camping.
02 November - Day 33: Yallung – Lamite Bhanjhyang. O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
03 November - Day 34: Lamite Bhanjyang – Yamphudin (2,070m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
04 November - Day 35: Yamphuding – Phonpe Dhara. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
05 November - Day 36: Phonpe Dhara – Khunjar. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
06 November - Day 37: Khunjar – Suketar and transfer to Teahouse Lodge.
07 November - Day 38: Fly/drive Suketar or, Bhadrapur to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
08 November - Day 39: Free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
09 November - Day 40: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey. Final Departure.

Up to Base Camp Cost Includes

All pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic flights, as per the itinerary. (Airport–Hotel–Airport and expedition pick-up and drop-off)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu on a bed and breakfast plan. (3 Nights before and 2 Night after expedition).
Domestic Air Ticket: Kathmandu - Bhadrapur - Kathmandu (We try Suketar - Kathmandu Flight) including airport taxes and cargo fees for members, trekking and base camp guide.
Direct Day or, Night Bus Transportation: Kathmandu - Taplejung (Myanglung Bazar) - Kathmandu for all expedition Cook, Kitchen Helpers, assistant sherpa guide and Porters and expedition materials loads.
Transport of food supplies, expedition equipment, and baggage (including climbing gears) to and from Base Camp.
Climbing permit for the Mt. Jannu Himal expedition and other necessary permit fees.
Garbage management deposit and garbage disposal fees.
Nepal tourist visa extension. (If required by member)
Kanchenjunga Conservation Area (KCA) entrance Permit fees.
3 Meals breakfast - Lunch - Dinner and accommodation at teahouse lodges during the trekking to base camp and back.
Each members will be provided an individual Tent (Kailas/Box Tent), Mattress at Base Camp.
Common Equipment at Base Camp such as Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Communication Tent, Shower Tent, Toilet Tent, Tables, Chairs, Cooking utensils and heater, etc.
Government Liaison officer with his daily wages, equipment's charges, all 3 meals, insurance and all ground transportation or both-way airfare as per itinerary.
Freshly cooked meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner): Continental, Nepali, Indian, Tibetan and Chinese items with hot drinks, Tea and Coffee at Base Camp.
Fresh green vegetables, fresh meat, fresh fruits, juice, and drinks will be regularly served at Base Camp.
Experienced Base Camp Sirdar, Manager, Cook and Kitchen helpers at Base Camp.
Necessary Porters up to the Base Camp from Kathmandu or, Taplejung (Myanglung Bazar) and return from the Base Camp.
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Each member is allowed 40 kg of expedition equipment's, baggage, or barrels for transport up to Base Camp.
Each member is allowed 30 kg of expedition equipment's, baggage, or barrels for the return to Kathmandu.
Equipments allowance, daily wages of base camp sirdar, Manager, Cook, kitchen helpers and porters.
High Altitude Medical expenses, Helicopter rescue coverage insurance for BC Sirdar, Cook, porters and involved Nepalese staffs.
Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light, charging camera and mobile set.
SAT phone or, Mobile phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use at $ 3 per minute.
Walkie-Talkie for communicating from Base Camp.
Emergency medical Oxygen bottle with mask and regulator or, Gamow Bag at Base Camp. (Lifesaver device).
Weather forecast information during the entire expedition.
First Aid Medical Kit Box with medicines at base camp.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Mount Jannu Himal summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
Nepal government official taxes and company service charge.

Up to Base Camp Cost Excludes

International airfare: To and from your country.
Nepal entry visa fee (To be applied for 60 days - Visa can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport-Kathmandu).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Hotel after 6 nights stay in Kathmandu.
Personal trekking and climbing gears (trekking and climbing Boots).
Hight altitude climbing Sherpa guide and his related expenses.
High altitude tents/sleeping bags and mattress etc.
High Camp Services: High Tent, Shovel, Rope, EPI Gas, Gas Burner (MSR Rector) and High Food, etc.
Charges for communication equipment and commercial filming permits during the trek and expedition.
Airport customs charges for expedition gear and materials.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, Hospital medical expenses, emergency evacuation and lost your luggage.
Applicable customs charges for Drone camera and special filming permit.
Personal Expenses: Phone calls, internet, battery recharge, laundry service, postage, alcoholic beverages, bottles and canned beverages, specialty coffee or espresso drinks etc during in teahouse lodges on the way to base camp and return.
Bank/wire transfer fees (if applicable).
International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport - TIA.
Any other service cost which is not included in the Cost Includes.
Tips for base camp support crew’s.

Tipping System:
Tipping is done on a group-sharing basis by expedition participants. The minimum recommended amounts are:
1. Base Camp Guide & Cook: Min. USD 200 each.
2. BC Kitchen Boys/Helpers: Min. USD 150 each.
3. Porters: Min. USD 100 each.

Up to Summit Cost Includes

All pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic flights, as per the itinerary. (Airport–Hotel–Airport and expedition pick-up and drop-off)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu on a bed and breakfast plan. (3 Nights before and 2 Night after expedition).
Domestic Air Ticket: Kathmandu - Bhadrapur - Kathmandu (We try Suketar - Kathmandu Flight) including airport taxes and cargo fees for members and H. A. Climbing Sherpa guide.
Direct Day or, Night Bus Transportation: Kathmandu - Taplejung (Myanglung Bazar) - Kathmandu for all expedition Cook, Kitchen Helpers, assistant sherpa guide and Porters and expedition materials loads.
Transport of food supplies, expedition equipment, and baggage (including climbing gears) to and from Base Camp.
Climbing permit for the Mt. Jannu Himal expedition and other necessary permit fees.
Kanchenjunga Conservation Area (KCA) entrance Permit fees.
Garbage management deposit and garbage disposal fees.
Nepal tourist visa extension. (If required by member)
Government Liaison officer with his daily wages, equipment charges, all meals, insurance and both-way airfare.
1 Professional Everest Summiteer H. A. climbing Sherpa guide with his equipment allowance, daily wages, and carrying bonus.
Each climbing member will be accompanied by one High Altitude climbing Sherpa guide.
3 Meals breakfast - Lunch - Dinner and accommodation at teahouse lodges during the trekking to base camp and back.
Each Members will be provided an individual Tent (Kailas/Box Tent), Mattress at Base Camp.
Common Equipment at Base Camp such as Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Communication Tent, Shower Tent, Toilet Tent, Tables, Chairs, Cooking utensils and heater, etc.
Freshly cooked meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner): Continental, Nepali, Indian, Tibetan and Chinese items with hot drinks, Tea and Coffee at Base Camp.
Fresh green vegetables, fresh meat, fresh fruits, juice, and drinks will be regularly served at Base Camp.
Experienced Base Camp Sirdar, Manager, Cook and Kitchen helpers at Base Camp.
Necessary Porters up to the Base Camp from Kathmandu or, Taplejung (Myanglung Bazar) and return from the Base Camp.
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Each member is allowed 40 kg of expedition equipment, baggage, or barrels for transport up to Base Camp.
Each member is allowed 30 kg of expedition equipment, baggage, or barrels for the return to Kathmandu.
Equipments allowance, daily wages of base camp sirdar, Manager, Cook, kitchen helpers and porters.
High Altitude Medical expenses, Helicopter rescue coverage insurance for H. A. climbing guide Sherpa, BC Sirdar, Cook, porters and involved Nepalese staffs.
Common climbing equipment such as enough ropes, ice screws, ice bar, ice or rock pitons, etc.
High Camp Services for C1-C3: High Tent, Shovel, Rope, EPI Gas, Gas Burner (MSR Rector) and High Food, etc.
High altitude tents, sleeping bags and mattress.
Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light, charging camera and mobile set.
Walkie-Talkie for communicating from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp.
SAT phone or, Mobile phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use at $ 3 per minute.
Emergency medical Oxygen bottle with mask and regulator or, Gamow Bag at Base Camp. (Lifesaver device).
Weather forecast during the entire expedition.
First Aid Medical Kit Box with medicines at base camp.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Mount Jannu Himal summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
Nepal government official taxes and company service charge.

Up to Summit Cost Excludes

International airfare: To and from your country.
Nepal entry visa fee (To be applied for 60 days - Visa can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport-Kathmandu).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Hotel after 6 nights stay in Kathmandu.
Personal trekking and climbing gears (trekking and climbing Boots).
Charges for communication equipment and commercial filming permits during the trek and expedition.
Airport customs charges for expedition gear and materials.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, Hospital medical expenses, emergency evacuation and lost your luggage.
Applicable permit fees, customs charges, Drone camera and commercial filming permit.
Personal Expenses: Phone calls, internet, battery recharge, laundry service, postage, alcoholic beverages, bottles and canned beverages, specialty coffee or espresso drinks etc during in teahouse lodges on the way to base camp and return.
Bank/wire transfer fees (if applicable).
Summit Bonus for Personal H. A. climbing Sherpa guide USD 900. (Please see the information mentioned below.)
International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport - TIA.
Any other service cost which is not included in the Cost Includes.
Tips for base camp support crew’s.

Note for expedition participants:
Expedition service up to Base Camp: This applies to those who have booked the expedition service - up to Base Camp. The cost does not include the High Altitude (H. A.) Sherpa guide, food and fuel, tents, climbing gear, fixed ropes up to the summit, or the Sherpa’s bonus beyond Advance Base Camp.
Additional Cost for High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 2,100 (If required by client)

The additional cost for a High Altitude Climbing Sherpa (H. A.) includes: Expedition equipment allowance, Personal climbing gears, daily wages, food and fuel from base camp to summit, helicopter rescue coverage, medical expenses, accident insurance for the Sherpa, all ground transportation, domestic flight tickets (Kathmandu–Biratnagar–Suketar–Kathmandu), and a personal sleeping tent at base camp, among other essentials.

Summit Bonus for High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 500 for reaching Camp at 6,000m, plus USD 400 for climbing from 7,000m to the summit - total USD 900. This amount is payable on the spot (ABC) by the climbing member and applies only to those climber who purchase expedition services - up to summit.

We will provide the expedition cost based on your group size and specific service requirements. Please feel free to email us or use the 'Book Expedition' form to send us your inquiry.

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Mt. Jannu Himal Expedition- Kanchenjunga region

Trip Highlights

Location
Asia, Nepal
Himalayan Range
Kanchenjunga Himal
Height
7,710m. - (25,300 ft.)
Latitude
27º 40’ 58”. N
Longitude
86º 02’ 45”. E
Trip Days
40 Days
Normal Ascent Route
Normal route
First Ascent
by a team led by the French alpinist Lionel Terray on April 27 - 28, 1962.
Easiest Route
Rock/Glacier/snow/Ice Climb
Grade
Mountaineering
Group Size
Minimum 4 Climbers (Private Group or, Group Joining Basis)
Lodging Level
Hotel/Lodge/Camping
Accommodation
5 Nights in Kathmandu at a Hotel and 34 Nights in Tea-house Lodge/Camping
Food
B/L/D, Except lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Best Seasons
Spring/Autumn
Caravan Route
Kathmandu - Bhadrapur - Kabeli Khola - Sikaicha - Mamankhe - Torontang - Ramze – Kumbhakarna Base Camp/Jannu Himal Base Camp - Yallung - Lamite Bhanjhyang - Khunjar - Bhadrapur - Kathmandu