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Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek — 17 Days
17 days

Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek

Join the 17-day Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek in eastern Nepal, connecting with local cultures while exploring remote high-altitude landscapes.

From

$2,440

Deposit $490

Trip facts

Duration
17 days
Highest altitude
5,143 m
Best seasons
April–May · October–November

Elevation profile

Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek — 17 Days — on the trail

Overview

The Kanchenjunga North Base Camp trek approaches Pangpema through eastern Nepal’s high villages and open ridges. Seventeen days start from Kathmandu with private transfers toward Taplejung and paced high camps. It suits Advanced Fit trekkers seeking a remote base-camp journey away from busy commercial corridors.

Map

Explore the route

Highlights

What sets this journey apart

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  1. Limbu village mornings

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    Limbu village mornings

  2. Sekathum river confluence

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    Sekathum river confluence

  3. Amjilosa forest trails

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    Amjilosa forest trails

  4. Ghunsa alpine village

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    Ghunsa alpine village

  5. Kambachen glacial views

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    Kambachen glacial views

Dates & price

From
$2,440 per person
Deposit
$490
Duration
17 days

Pick a departure from the calendar and pay the deposit to hold your place. Want a date that isn't listed? Ask us.

Itinerary

Day by day

After the trail

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Essentials

What's covered

Included

  • Leader & guide

    • Licensed English-speaking trip leader with wilderness first-aid training.
  • Accommodation

    • Kathmandu 4★ twin-share; teahouses on trail; paid upgrades available.
  • Internal flights

    • Eastern Nepal approaches via Taplejung sectors as itinerary (weather-dependent).
  • Airport transfers

    • ETE representative EV private-vehicle pickup at Tribhuvan International Airport; trip briefing on arrival day; local tra
  • Permits & fees

    • Kanchenjunga Conservation Area and restricted permits as required.
  • Porter service

    • Shared porter support for duffel bags within stated weight limits.
  • Kathmandu meals

    • City hub meals as listed on arrival and soft-close days.
  • Ground transportation

    • Private vehicle transfers only (airport, city, and trailhead sectors as itinerary) — no shared public road transport.

Not included

  • Trail meals

    • Teahouse meals on trail are usually guest-paid unless stated otherwise.
  • International flights

    • Your international airfare to/from Nepal is not included.
  • Travel insurance

    • Mandatory altitude-capable insurance with heli-evac is guest-arranged.
  • Nepal visa

    • On-arrival or e-visa fees are guest-paid.
  • Personal equipment

    • Boots, sleeping bag hire, and personal kit are not included.
  • Tips & gratuities

    • Tips for guides and porters are customary and guest-paid.
  • Personal expenses

    • Snacks, drinks, charging, Wi-Fi, and laundry are guest-paid.
  • Extra accommodation

    • City upgrades beyond included 4★ twin-share are guest-paid.

Questions

Before you commit

Morning overlook across a Himalayan valley — trail stewardship

On this trek · kanchenjunga-conservation-area

Local hosts. Fair crew. Measured impact.

Leave no trace. Pay fairly. Walk as a guest.

Whole-team stewardship

Packing

What to pack

Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek — 17 Days kit — counts for one person.
  1. 01

    Base layers

    Moisture-wicking tops and bottoms for warm days and cold evenings.

  2. 02

    Insulation & shell

    Mid-layer fleece plus waterproof shell jacket and pants.

  3. 03

    Footwear

    Broken-in trekking boots; camp shoes for lodges.

  4. 04

    Sleeping gear

    Warm sleeping bag rated for high camps; liner optional.

  5. 05

    Day pack essentials

    25–35L pack, water bottles, snacks, sun protection, layers.

  6. 06

    Toiletries

    Biodegradable soap, quick-dry towel, personal hygiene kit.

  7. 07

    Documents & money

    Passport, visas, insurance, cash for trail meals and tips.

  8. 08

    First aid & meds

    Personal meds, blister kit, altitude meds if prescribed.