Kanchenjunga - Trek to South Base Camp

You will be met by a representative of World Expeditions and transferred to the Radisson hotel. Remainder of the afternoon at leisure. A pre-trek briefing will be given around 4.30-5pm where arrangements will be made for the distribution of your kit bag, sleeping bag and down/fibrefill jacket. This evening we will head out for dinner, this is a great opportunity to get acquainted with your fellow group members. Overnight: Radisson Hotel

Meals:  Nil

Bhadrapur is situated in the Terai, south east of Nepal. The flight from Kathmandu takes approximately 50 minutes and affords views of the region of the Himalaya the trek will be taking place in. Phidim is located within a magnificent valley in the foothills of the Himalayas in eastern Nepal. It is a beautiful hill township which offers enchanting views of the eastern Himalayas. Approx. driving time: 6 hrs. Overnight hotel/lodge.

Meals:  B,L,D

This morning we continue our drive further into the mountains to the picturesque village of Kande Bhanjyang where we overnight. Drive approx: 6 hours

Meals:  B,L,D

This morning we begin our trek with a steady incline passing terraced farmlands that are perched above the Kabbeli Khola (river). The path is somewhat undulating as we make our way across the valley. After stopping for lunch along the way, we'll continue on through local villages and then drop down to the Kashawa Khola. Here we will cross the river before starting our ascent to reach our campsite at Phumpe Danda where we gain fantastic views of Mount Kumbhakarna, Ghabur & Boktoh and the surrounding valleys. Overnight: Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

Today, the trail takes us through some smaller valleys and rivers as we follow the route above the Kabeli Khola. We follow the river till we reach our lunch stop taking opportunities to cool off in the refreshing waters. Our destination today is Yamphudim, a sherpa village locals prefer Sherpa Gaun. Some of the sections of trail are undefined so require patience and concentration. Overnight: Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

A challenging and beautiful walk today to Latse Bhanjyang. The trail is well-maintained, but it's a tough ascent from Amje Khola steep climb which takes us through a thick forest of maple, oak, pine and rhododendron. Depending on the time of year, we may encounter slippery trails in the rainforest. Lhatse Bhanjyang is a yak pasture, and we may see yaks grazing, with yak cheese and milk produced in this area. From this isolated camp far from civilization we can still enjoy views of Jhanu (Kumbakarna) and the valley below.

Meals:  B,L,D

The trail today takes us through varieties of pine and rhododendron forests, ascending and following the Simbua Khola towards Dorenden. Overnight: Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

Today we will follow Simbuwa Khola which has made its way from Yalung Glacier. It is a beautiful river view walk through forest of pine, rhododendron & birch forest. The walk is completely pristine with many side river and waterfalls. As we gain altitude we get views across the Kabru ranges in the upper valley. Our overnight camp is in a large flat meadow. Overnight: Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

Today we will hike (optional) to one of the nearby hill tops to get views of the surrounding mountain ranges before returning to camp for an afternoon rest. Overnight: Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

After breakfast we leave camp leaving well acclimatised and the trail takes us through the moraine. We begin as we traverse the steep topography of the area and hike above the tree line, before crossing an alpine meadow, following a small stream till we reach Ramche. From here we continue to trek towards Oktang, which is the view point of Kanchenjunga. This is a beautiful walk which has a few climbs; the walk will take us approximately 3 hrs. The trail climbs into the valley alongside the moraine of the Yalung Glacier. The valley opens up as we approach Yalung, (4610m). Climbing alongside the moraine we make our way through scrub junipers and up a stream to a lake at Lapsang. We can see the start of the route to Lapsang La as it heads off over the moraines in a valley to the north. From here we will make our final push to Oktang (4730m), Kanchenjunga South Base Camp. After enjoying the views we return to Ramche where we overnight. Overnight: Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

Today we descend agin to Dorenden via Tseram as we make our way to our exit route at Chiruwa. Overnight: Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

Todays walk is a long and continuous descent through dense forest following the Simbuwa Khola. Our camp is tonight is located at Miteri Pool. Overnight: Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

Chiruwa is located in a Himalayan gorge with dense patches of sub-tropical rainforest and cliffs. The ethnic group here, the Kirati's now known as Limbu, date back more than 2000 years as subsistence farmers in this region. Overnight: Wilderness Camp

Meals:  B,L,D

Today is a long driving day to Phidim via Taplejung. Overnight hotel/lodge.

Meals:  B,L,D

After breakfast, we will drive to Bhadrapur to catch our flight back to Kathmandu. If the weather is clear on our flight, we have the opportunity to view some of the most impressive peaks of the Himalayan range. Transfer to our hotel for overnight. Overnight: Radisson Hotel

Meals:  B,L

After breakfast, arrangements cease unless further ones have been made. Those people travelling by aircraft to other destinations will be transferred to the airport.

Meals:  B