Mt. Kanchenjunga Expedition Nepal
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Kanchenjunga Expedition Nepal

Mount Kanchenjunga Main 8,586m. Expedition

Trip Fact

Trip Duration 50 Days

Destination Nepal

Trip Grade Mountaineering

Activity Expedition

Max. Altitude 8,586m. - (28,169 ft)

Accomodation Lodge + Camping

Transportation Aeroplane / Tourist Bus

Meals Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Recommended Season Spring, Autumn & Winter

Minimum Pax 4 Climber

Maximum No Limit

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Mount Kanchenjunga Main is the third highest mountain in the world. From 1838 until 1849, it was believed to be the highest. It is an enormous mountain mass, and many satellite peaks rise from its narrow icy ridges. It is located on the border of Nepal and Sikkim, just 46 miles northwest of Darjeeling (India). It is the most easterly of the great 8,000 meter peaks of the Himalaya. In keeping with its name "five treasure houses of the great snows" the Kanchenjunga Mountain is a grand collection of shapely spires. It is unique in as much as it is buttressed north and south as well as east and west by mountains of equal stature. This multi-topped massif comprises of four summits. Each one measuring over eight thousand meter called Kanchenjunga Main (Main 8,586m.), Kanchenjunga (South 8,476m.,) Kanchenjunga (8,476m.) West face Summit and Yalung-Kang 8,505m. Peak.

In May 1955, Joe Brown and George Band made the first ascent on May 25, followed by Norman Hardie and Tony Streather on May 26. The full team also included John Clegg (team doctor), Charles Evans (team leader), John Angelo Jackson, Neil Mather, and Tom Mackinnon. 1986. On January 11, Krzysztof Wielicki and Jerzy Kukuczka, Polish climbers make the first winter ascent on Kanchenjunga Main.

Kanchenjunga Main Climbing Route: There are 4 different routes to the mountain peak with both its south and east side providing opportunities for new routes. It is believed that the east flank of the South Summit is by far the most difficult face route. Our trip starts from Taplejung to Base Camp through Dandagaon and Mitlung. Our trek path back through another trekking route called Selele, Milgin-La (4,654m.) pass, Tseram (3,770m.) and end at Taplejung from where we will fly back to 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.

Detail Itinerary

Departure Detail

Spring Season:
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 05, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 08, 2026

Autumn Season:
Kathmandu Arrival Date: August 25, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: August 28, 2026

Expedition Cost for Itinerary A & B
Up to Base Camp - USD 12,900 Per Person. Autumn - USD 12,500 Per Person.
Up to Summit (full board Bassis) - 16,999 Per Person. Autumn - USD 16,500 Per Person.

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 a High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 4,400 (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–Bhadrapur–Kathmandu and a personal sleeping tent at base camp, among other essentials.

Summit Bonus for High Altitude Climbing Sherpa (H. A.): USD 500 for reaching Camp at 8,000m, plus USD 500 for climbing from 8,000m to the summit - total USD 1000. This amount is payable on the spot (ABC) by the climbing member and applies only to those climber who purchase expedition service - 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.

Start Date	End Date	Price	Season	Status	Booking
28 August, 2025	09 October, 2025	US$ 12,500 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 16,500 ( Upto Summit )	Autumn	Guaranteed	Book Now
08 April, 2026	21 May, 2026	US$ 12,900 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 16,999 ( Upto Summit )	Spring	Guaranteed	Book Now
08 April, 2026	27 May, 2026	US$ 12,900 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 16,999 ( Upto Summit )	Spring	Guaranteed	Book Now
28 August, 2026	09 October, 2026	US$ 12,500 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 16,500 ( Upto Summit )	Autumn	Guaranteed	Book Now
28 August, 2026	16 October, 2026	US$ 12,500 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 16,500 ( Upto Summit )	Autumn	Guaranteed	Book Now
08 April, 2027	21 May, 2027	US$ 12,900 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 16,999 ( Upto Summit )	Spring	Guaranteed	Book Now
08 April, 2027	27 May, 2027	US$ 12,900 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 16,999 ( Upto Summit )	Spring	Guaranteed	Book Now
28 August, 2027	09 October, 2027	US$ 12,500 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 16,500 ( Upto Summit )	Autumn	Available	Book Now
28 August, 2027	16 October, 2027	US$ 12,500 ( Upto Basecamp ) US$ 16,500 ( Upto Summit )	Autumn	Available	Book Now

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 - expedition pick up and drop off).
A welcome dinner in a restaurant in Kathmandu.
6 Nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a bed and breakfast plan. (3 Nights before and 3 Night's after expedition). Itinerary A
5 Nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a bed and breakfast plan. (3 Nights before and 2 Nights after expedition). Itinerary B
Domestic Air Ticket: Bhadrapur/Kathmandu for member, Liaison officer, base camp Sirdar, guide as per Itinerary A.
Domestic Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Bhadrapur/Kathmandu for member, Liaison officer, base camp Sirdar, Manager and base camp guide as per Itinerary B.
Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Taplejung/Ghopetar/Phidim Bazar/Kathmandu for base camp Sirdar, Manager, base camp guide, Cook, Kitchen boys, Porters, all expedition food and materials loads. Itinerary A
Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Jorpul/Kathmandu for base camp Sirdar, Manager, base camp guide, Assistant Sherpa, Cook, Kitchen boys, Porters, all expedition food and materials loads. Itinerary B
Climbing mountaineering Royalty and all other necessary fees to climb Mount Kanchenjunga.
Kanchenjunga Conservation Area entrance permit fee.
Summit route fixing charge.
Garbage Management and Garbage Disposal fees.
Nepal tourist visa extension fee. (If required by member)
Government Liaison officer with his daily wages, equipment charges, all meals, insurance and all ground transportation.
Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp and back.
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 Kanchenjunga 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.
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/Taplejung or, Jorpul and return from the Base Camp.
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Per Person 50 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition till Base Camp.
Per Person 40 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned 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.
Sufficient backup Oxygen bottles and Mask, Regulator set available at our Base Camp (Chargeable as per use).
First Aid Medical Kit Box with medicines at base camp.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Mount Kanchenjunga summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
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 7 nights stay in Kathmandu. Itinerary A
Hotel after 6 nights stay in Kathmandu. Itinerary B
Personal trekking and climbing gears (trekking & 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.
Oxygen bottles with mask and regulator for expedition use.
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 Nepali 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 300 each.
2. BC Kitchen Boys/Helpers: Min. USD 200 each.
3. Porters: Min. USD 50 each.
Participants are kindly encouraged to tip above these amounts in accordance with work performance.

Up to Summit Cost Includes (Full Board Basis)

All pick up and drop off services for both international and domestic flights as per the itinerary. (Airport/Hotel/Airport - expedition pick up and drop off).
A welcome dinner in a restaurant in Kathmandu.
6 Nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a bed and breakfast plan. (3 Night's before and 3 Night's after expedition). Itinerary A
5 Nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a bed and breakfast plan. (3 Nights before and after 2 Nights expedition). Itinerary B
Domestic Air Ticket: Bhadrapur/Kathmandu for member, Liaison officer, base camp Sirdar as per Itinerary A.
Domestic Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Bhadrapur/Kathmandu for member, Liaison officer, base camp Sirdar as per Itinerary B.
Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Taplejung/Ghopetar/Phidim Bazar/Kathmandu for H. A. Climbing Sherpa, base camp Sirdar, Manager and base camp guide, Cook, Kitchen boys, Porters, all expedition food and materials loads. Itinerary A
Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Jorpul/Kathmandu for base camp guide, Assistant Sherpa, Cook, Kitchen boys, Porters, all expedition food and materials loads. Itinerary B
Climbing mountaineering Royalty and all other necessary fees to climb Mount Kanchenjunga.
Kanchenjunga Conservation Area entrance permit fee.
Summit route fixing charge.
Garbage Management and Garbage Disposal fees.
Nepal tourist visa extension fee. (If required by member)
Government Liaison officer with his daily wages, equipment charges, all meals, insurance and all ground transportation.
1 Professional Kanchenjunga/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.
Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp and back.
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 Kanchenjunga 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.
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, Taplejung or, Jorpul and return from the Base Camp.
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Per Person 50 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition till Base Camp.
Per Person 40 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned 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 Sherpa, BC Sirdar, Cook, porters and involved Nepalese staffs.
Common climbing equipment such as ropes, ice screws, ice bar, ice or rock pitons, etc.
High Camp Services for C1-C4: 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.
5 Oxygen (4ltr.) bottles per member with mask and regulator for expedition use. (Poisk Oxygen System).
2 Oxygen (4ltr.) for H. A. Climbing Sherpa guide.
Sufficient backup Oxygen bottles and Mask, Regulator set available at our Base Camp (Chargeable as per use).
First Aid Medical Kit Box with medicines at base camp.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Mount Kanchenjunga summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
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.
Hotel after 7 nights stay in Kathmandu. Itinerary A
Hotel after 6 nights stay in Kathmandu. Itinerary B
Personal trekking and climbing gears (trekking & 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 1000. (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 Nepali base camp support crew’s.

Spring Itinerary

Kanchenjunga Expedition Itinerary: A
Hotel/Lodges/Camping
50 Days Trek/Climbing
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
Accommodation: 6 Nights Kathmandu, 43 Nights Teahouse Lodge/Camping
Recommended Season: Spring, Autumn & Winter

April 05 - Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
April 06 - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
April 07 - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
April 08 - Day 04: Drive to Taplejung Bazar (1442m.) Overnight at Guest house/Lodge.
April 09 - Day 05: Taplejung rest for porter arrangement and preparation. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
April 10 - Day 06: Taplejung – Lali Kharka (2,200m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
April 11 - Day 07: Lali Kharka – Khesewa (1,666m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
April 12 - Day 08: Khesewa – Mamankhe (1,584m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
April 13 - Day 09: Mamankhe – Yamphudin (1,670m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
April 14 - Day 10: Yamphudin – Chittre or, Omje Khola Camp (2,340m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
April 15 - Day 11: Chittre/Omje Khola Camp – Torontang (2,995m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
April 16 - Day 12: Torontang – Tseram (3,870m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
April 17 - Day 13: Tseram – Ramche (4,620m.) or, Ramze Glacier. O/N at Camping.
April 18 - Day 14: Ramche - Middle Camp at Glacier (4,900m.). O/N at Camping. 7 Hrs.
April 19 - Day 15: Glacier – Kanchenjunga Advance Base Camp - set up camp (5,475m.). 7hrs.) O/N at Camping.
April 20/May 14 - Day 16/40: Climbing period for Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586m.) South Face summit. Camping.
May 15 - Day 41: Backpack, Clean Base Camp and trek back to Ramche. O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
May 16 - Day 42: Ramje – Omje Khola Camp (2340m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
May 17 - Day 43: Omje Khola Camp – Yamphudin. (1670m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
May 18 - Day 44: Yamphudin – Khewang or, Khebang (1,915m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
May 19 - Day 45: Khewang – Panchami Bazar (1,422m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
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: Contingency days incase of bad weather or, Kathmandu Leisure.
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. Final Departure.

Kanchenjunga Expedition Itinerary: B
Hotel/Lodges/Camping
55 Days Trek/Climbing
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 49 Nights in Tea-house Lodge/Camping
Recommended Season: Spring, Autumn & Winter

05 April - Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
06 April - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
07 April - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
08 April - Day 04: Fly to Bhadrapur (91m.) then drive to Ilam Bazar (1206m.) O/N at Hotel/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 Teahouse Lodge.
11 April - Day 07: Trek to Yamphudin (2,070m.) 7hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
12 April - Day 08: Trek to Torongdin (2,995m.) 11hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
13 April - Day 09: Trek to Tseram (3,870m.) 4hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
14 April - Day 10: Rest and Acclimatization in Tseram. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
15 April - Day 11: Trek to Ramche (4,620m.) 5hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
16 April - Day 12: Trek to Middle Camp (4,900m.) 7hrs. O/N at Camping.
17 April - Day 13: Trek to Kanchenjunga Base Camp, Set up Advance Base Camp (5,475m.) O/N at Camping.
18 April/20 May - Days 14/46: Climbing period for Kanchenjunga main (8,586m.) South Face summit.
21 May - Day 47: Backpack and clean base camp for return. O/N at Camping.
22 May - Day 48: Trek back to Ramche (4,620m.) 9hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
23 May - Day 49: Trek to Torongdin (2,995m.) 7hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
24 May - Day 50: Trek to Yamphudin (2,070m.) 9hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
25 May - Day 51: Drive to Jorpul (9/10hrs.) via Khebang. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
26 May - Day 52: Drive to Bhadrapur then transer to Hotel for Overnight.
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. Final Departure.

Autumn Itinerary

Kanchenjunga Expedition Itinerary: A
Hotel/Lodges/Camping
50 Days Trek/Climbing
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
Accommodation: 6 Nights Kathmandu, 43 Nights Teahouse Lodge/Camping
Recommended Season: Spring, Autumn & Winter

25 August - Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
26 August - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
27 August - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
28 August - Day 04: Drive to Taplejung Bazar (1,442m.) O/N at Guest House/Lodge.
29 August - Day 05: Day rest for porter arrangement and preparation. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
30 August - Day 06: Taplejung – Lali Kharka (2,200m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
31 August - Day 07: Lali Kharka – Khesewa (1,666m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
01 September - Day 08: Khesewa – Mamankhe (1,584m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
02 September - Day 09: Mamankhe – Yamphudin (1,670m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
03 September - Day 10: Yamphudin – Chittre or, Omje Khola Camp (2,340m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
04 September - Day 11: Chittre/Omje Khola Camp – Torontang (2,995m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
05 September - Day 12: Torontang – Tseram (3,870m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
06 September - Day 13: Tseram – Ramche (4,620m.) or, Ramze Glacier Camp. O/N at Camping.
07 September - Day 14: Ramche to Middle Camp (4,900m.) 7 Hrs. O/N at Camping.
08 September - Day 15: Trek to Kanchenjunga Advance BC - set up camp (5,475m.). 7hrs.) O/N at Camping.
09 Sept./02 Oct. Day 16/40: Climbing period for Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586m.) South Face summit. Camping.
03 October - Day 41: Backpack, Clean BC and trek back to Ramche. O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
04 October - Day 42: Ramche – Omje Khola Camp (2340m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
05 October - Day 43: Omje Khola Camp – Yamphudin. (1670m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
06 October - Day 44: Yamphudin – Khewang (1,915m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
07 October - Day 45: Khewang – Panchami Bazar (1,422m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 October - Day 46: Panchami – Ghopetar/Phidim Bazar (1,157m.)- drive to Bhadrapur. O/N at Hotel.
09 October - Day 47: Bhadrapur (91m.) to Kathmandu by flight then transfer to Hotel.
10 October - Day 48: Kathmandu day for leisure and rest.
11 October - Day 49: Free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
12 October - Day 50: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey. Final Departure.

25 August - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
26 August - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
27 August - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
28 August - Day 04: Fly to Bhadrapur (91m.), drive to Ilam Bazar (1,206m.) O/N at Guest House/ Lodge.
29 August - Day 05: Drive to Jorpul (9/10hrs.) via Phidim Bazar (1,157m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
30 August - Day 06: Trek to Khewang or, Khebang (1,740m.) 5hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
31 August - Day 07: Trek to Yamphudin (2,070m.) 7hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
01 September - Day 08: Trek to Torontong (2,995m.) 11hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
02 September - Day 09: Trek to Tseram (3,870m.) 4hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
03 September - Day 10: Rest and Acclimatization in Tseram. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
04 September - Day 11: Trek to Ramche (4,620m.) 5hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
05 September - Day 12: Trek to Middle Camp (4,900m.) 7 Hrs. O/N at Camping.
06 September - Day 13: Trek Kanchenjunga Advance Base Camp (5,475m.) Set up Camp O/N at Camping..
07 Sept./09 Oct. Days 14/46: Climbing period for Mt. Kanchenjunga main (8,586m.) South Face Summit. Camping.
10 October - Day 47: Backpack for return to Kathmandu, Clean up the Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
11 October - Day 48: Trek to Ramche or Ramze (4,620m.) 9hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge/Camping.
12 October - Day 49: Trek to Torontong (2,995m.) 7hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
13 October - Day 50: Trek to Yamphudin (2,070m.) 9hrs. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
14 October - Day 51: Drive to Jorpul 9/10hrs. via Khebang. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
17 October - Day 52: Drive to Bhadrapur then transfer to Hotel/Lodge.
16 October - Day 53: Bhadrapur to Kathmandu by flight/drive then transfer to Hotel.
17 October - Day 54: Free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
18 October - Day 55: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey. Final Departure.

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Mountain Info

Location: Asia, Nepal (Nepal-India Border)
Himalayan Range: Kanchenjunga Himal
Height: 8,586m. (28,169 ft)
Latitude: 27º 42’ 09” N
Longitude: 88º 08’ 48” E
Trip Days: 50, 55 Days
Normal Ascent Route: South West Face/South Face
First Ascent: May 25, 1955 by Joe Brown and George Band - First winter ascent 11 January 1986 Jerzy Kukuczka and Krzysztof Wielicki
Easiest Route: Glacier/Snow/Ice climb
Grade: Mountaineering
Group Size: Minimum 4 Climbers or, Group Joining Basis/private group
Lodging Level: Hotel/Lodges/Camping
Accommodation: 6 Nights Kathmandu, 43 Nights in Tea-house Lodge/Camping, Itinerary B - 5 Nights Kathmandu, 49 Nights in Tea-house Lodge/Camping
Food: B/L/D, Included, except main meals in Kathmandu
Best Seasons: Spring,/Autumn & Winter
Caravan Route: Kathmandu - Taplejung - Mamankhe - Yamphudin - Tseram - Kanchenjunga Base Camp - Khewang, Phidim Bazar - Kathmandu

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