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KANCHENJUNGA BASE CAMP TREK

Why Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek?
Kanchenjunga Circuit is a trek to North and South Base Camp of Mount Kanchenjunga in Nepal. The Kanchenjunga trek is one of the finest in Nepal Himalaya. The trekking route follows Nepal's mountainous border with India and Tibet. Mount Kanchenjunga is the third highest mountain in the world at an altitude of 8,586m. Kanchenjunga’s dominating peak is so high that a trek to its base camp is itself a big-time adventure that keeps kicking the adrenaline rush. Trekking trail to Kanchenjunga Base Camp is quite different when we compare it with the other treks in the Indian Himalayan belt. Kanchenjunga massifs contour a big cross that spans the boundaries of three major countries- Nepal, Tibet and India (Sikkim). Till 1849, before the discovery of Everest and K2, Kangchenjunga was deemed as the highest mountain in India.
Durations: 10 Nights/11 Days

Places Covered: Gangatok (01 Night) – Yuksom (01 Night) – Tsokha (01 Night) – Dzongri (01 Night) – Laxmi Pokhari (01 Night) – Bikhbari (03 Nights) – Bakhim (01 Night) – Yuksom (01 Night)

  • Validity: Package prices are valid until December 2024.
  • Price Changes: Prices may vary during festivals like Holi, Diwali, Christmas, and other peak periods.

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Day 01: Delhi - Bagdogra - Gangtok

Journey to Gangtok:

Fly from Delhi early morning to Bagdogra Airport. On arrival, our guide will receive you to take you to Gangtok. Enjoy a scenic drive through green lush and quaint villages to reach Gangtok. On reaching Gangtok, check into your hotel and rest and prepare yourself for fun. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok, sipping all the serenity that encompasses this beautiful hill station.

The trip will begin from Delhi and take you to the extremely pretty hill station of Gangtok, which incidentally happens to be the capital of Sikkim. Situated in the laps of the Himalayas, this small town is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage.

Day 02: Gangtok - Yuksom (134 kms/5 hrs)

Drive to Yuksom:

Drive from breakfast to Yuksom. That is about 134 kms and takes more than five hours to reach there. We pass through absolutely breathtakingly beautiful mountain scenery as well as some stunning landscapes as we come into this beautiful little sleepy village, Yuksom. After getting checked in to an accommodation already booked for the night, enjoy your dinner and the peaceful evening in a quiet village. Tomorrow perhaps would bring in stores for you.

Today, you will be driving on an extremely picturesque route from Gangtok to the ancient village of Yuksom, which boasts a rich cultural heritage and is also the gateway to several trekking routes in Sikkim.

Day 03: Yuksam - Tsokha

  • Journey to Tsokha:

    The trek to the northeast at steep and ends in front of the villages. Four streams crossing at Bakkhim then trails continued for further three kilometers within this enthralling Maglo-Rhododendron Forest, one comes through such wonderful coloured bloom around one. You will camp in Tsokha for dinner and an overnight stay in the middle of the serene beauty of the Himalayas.

Day 04: Tsokha - Dzongri

  • Journey to Dzongri:

    Late morning you journey to the alp of Phedang, at 3,650 m. Cross the beautiful meadow and proceed to Dzongri. Throughout your day-long venture you would get drenched in a splendor of view and serenity as you climb up into mountains. Pitch camp for the night at Dzongri. Have dinner and enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding area, taking in the breathtaking views that make this place so special.

    Today's trek is to Dzongri. Dzongri is a place with panoramic views and is one of the most common sites for camping by trekkers.

Day 05: Dzongri - Laxmi Pokhari

  • Journey to Laxmi Pokhari:

    An early morning trek to the ridge where you can catch a glimpse of the mountain range at sunrise. As the sun moves above the horizon, it is breathtaking to behold. From here enjoy the breathtaking panorama of peaks in the surrounding area—the Kanchenjunga at 8,586 mts, Kabru at 7,000 m, Pandim at 6,691 m and Rathong glacier. Trek to the rhododendron-lined paths and rich pastureland to reach Chamaray. Climb steadily up to Laxmi Pokhari and camp there for the night. Enjoy your dinner and pass the night in peaceful serene grandeur of Himalayas.

    This place has very great views and memories along with memorable sunrise on climbing up to Laxmi Pokhari, which is a very beautiful camp site surrounded by nature.

Day 06: Dzongri - Bikhbari

  • Journey to Zamlingang:

    Out along the trail, veer left for Zamlingang. The trail is so picturesque with the surrounding lay, which allows you to be in a serene landscape. You'll reach Zamlingang. You can camp there overnight. Enjoy this peaceful dinner setting with the beauty of nature while thinking about how you got through today as you rest for tomorrow.

    Today, the travel will lead you to Zamlingang, an area of beauty and peacefulness in the nature of Zamlingang.

Day07: Bikhbari Chaurikhang and Rathong Glacier (Kanchenjunga Base Camp) - Bikhbari

  • Trek to Kanchenjunga Base Camp:

    Get up early. It will be an amazing trek to Kanchenjunga Base Camp. You will get amazing views of Frey's Peak at 5,830 meters, Koktang at 6,148 meters, Kabru, and the Rathong Glacier. Rewarding is the experience as it lets one witness one of the loftiest ranges in the world’s amazement.

    Spend days at the base camp watching fabulous scenes before turning back on your route and returning to Bikhbari. You will come, pitch camp for the night, and dine there while relishing the experiences of the day.

    This is the highlight of the summit of your trek to the Kanchenjunga Base Camp, and the views are fabulous.

Day 08: Rest

Day of Relaxation at Bikhbari:

Spend the day as you would like to and let your body regain its energy and spirit to soak up the beauty of Bikhbari. You could just watch beautiful sceneries, take in fresh mountain air, and take some time to reflect on your journey so far.

If you can, spend some time today exploring around. It is a traveling day of little journey, more so resting time in camp to recharge all that is still yet to happen. Have a cozy night in the tents in the beautiful nature around you at the end of the day.

After such an exciting but demanding trek to Kanchenjunga Base Camp, today is kept for rest and relaxation.

Day 09: Bikhbari - Bakkhim

  • Trek to Bakkhim:

    Morning trek downhill to Bakkhim. The trail would present you with a glimpse of the very beautiful view of the lush landscapes in front of you, offering yet another eye for the beauty of nature. On arrival at Bakkhim, check into accommodation for an overnight stay. Relish a warm dinner and let the experiences and memories be made while trekking. Well, get a good sleep in preparation for the trek back to civilization tomorrow.

    Today you will trek from Bikhbari to Bakkhim. It will be your last trek through this beautiful region.

Day 10: Bakkhim - Yuksom

  • Trek to Yuksom:

    After breakfast, do a downhill trek to Yuksom. It is a pleasant day of downhill trek in amidst scenic beauty with ample of time for contemplation as to what you have undergone so far. On arrival, visit the historical Dubdi Monastery for lunch, while overnight stay at the camp. It will be the last day for you as you have to return back to Yuksom while sharing experiences with other trekkers and relishing in a peaceful evening as you complete your trek.

    You would be taking the last day of trekking by heading back towards Yuksom. Today, you are scheduled to visit an important place in Yuksom, which holds a great history.

Day 11: Yuksom - Bagdogra - Delhi

  • Departure from Yuksom:

    Wake up in the morning, pack your baggage and get ready to drive down to Bagdogra Airport. After breakfast, you will be driven to the respective airport to catch your scheduled flight to Delhi or your destination. As you conclude this fantastic trek to the Kanchenjunga Base Camp, take some time to retrospect over such splendidly beautiful landscapes and familiarize culture encounters as well as memories which such travel opportunities create. Safe travels. We wish to see you again for your next adventure.

    On your last day, you pack up and head home on an unforgettable adventure.

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