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"Dive into the heart of the Himalayas and discover Kangchenjunga—where rugged terrain and rich culture intertwine for an unforgettable expedition."

The Kangchenjunga expedition is an exhilarating adventure that takes mountaineers to the third-highest mountain in the world, standing at 8,586 meters (28,169 feet). It lies in the eastern Himalayas, straddling the border between Nepal and India's Sikkim. The expedition is renowned for its technical difficulty, unpredictable weather, and remote terrain.

The expedition challenges physical limits and mental resilience in extreme altitude and harsh conditions.
The climb features steep ice walls and crevasses, with unpredictable weather adding to the difficulty.
Climbers navigate untouched landscapes, encountering diverse wildlife and local cultures.
Third Highest Peak At 8,586 meters Kangchenjunga offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas,

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Overview

Do you know about Kanchenjunga, the world’s third-highest peak? It stands tall with an elevation of 8,586 meters (28,169 feet). The majestic Kanchenjunga is located in the Teesta River in Sikkim,, east Tamur River in the west, and Lhonak Chu and Jongsang La Pass (6145m) in the north. Kanchenjunga means the five treasures of the high snow, the five peaks that it refers to are Kanchenjunga I which is the highest, at 8,586 meters, second is Kanchenjunga West at 8,505 meters and next is Kanchenjunga South with altitude at 8494 meters and lastly, the lowest one is Kangbachen at 7,903 meters.


The expedition takes you to the eastern border of Nepal while trekking through the unspoiled and remote areas of Arun Valley. Gradually the trek will lead to one of the most spectacular Conservation Area ie.Kanchenjunga Conservation Area.The area is a part of the Sacred Himalayan Landscape. This area is rich in diverse flora and fauna. You might witness animals such as leopards and red panda.


This mountain was climbed for the first time in 1956 by the British team. In terms of difficulty level, it is one of the hardest climbs and demands a certain level of technical skills from the climbers. Factors such as weather, and high altitude play crucial factors. Therefore the climbers need to embark on their journey with experienced guides and Sherpas.

Included & Excluded

Included Points
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE: : Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop), by private vehicle.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION IN KATHMANDU : 4-night hotel in Kathmandu (4-star category) - single room on bed with breakfast plan.
WELCOME DINNER : One Welcome Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with Office Staff.
PERMITS :
Expedition Royalty and a permit fee of Nepal Government to climb Mt. Everest, Sagarmatha National Park, and Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit and fee.
LIAISON OFFICER : 1 Government Liaison officer with full equipment, salary, and accommodation.
GARBAGE MANAGEMENT : Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit Fees.
INSURANCE :
Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition.
DUFFLE BAG : One Alpinist club Duffle Bag.
MEMBER TRANSPORTATION :
(Domestic Flight) Fly from Kathmandu – Bhadrapur and drive by jeep from Yamphudin (via Phidim). While returning; Drive from Tapetok to Bhadrapura (by jeep) and fly from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu, as per the itinerary. (Helicopter Flight): Both-way Helicopter flights from Tseram - Kangchenjunga Basecamp – Tapetok (on a schedule and in a group basis).
EXPEDITION STUFFS TRANSPORTATION T :
transportation of all necessary equipment for all Members and Staff from Kathmandu to Yamphudin (by Truck) and from Yamphudin to Base camp (By Porters – depending upon condition) – While returning; Base camp to Yamphudin (By Porters– depending upon condition) and Yamphuding to Kathmandu (by Truck). Based on the condition, different transportation variants may adopt.
MEMBER LUGGAGE :
Up to 60 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carried by porters or mules.
FOOD AND LODGING :
3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge during the trek and at the Basecamp. Hygienic and fresh green vegetables, fresh meat, fruits, soft drinks, and juice will be served during the entire expedition using helicopter flights. Well-managed base camp set up for members & Staff.
CAMPING : All necessary logistic arrangements for Camping during the trek
PORTER : Porter per member up to and from Base camp (both ways).
BASE CAMP STAFF : Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen Helpers as required.
STAFF SALARY AND ALLOWANCE : All Nepalese staff & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipment, food & clothing.
BASE CAMP TENT : Each member will have an individual box tent in Base Camp.
BACK-UP OXYGEN : Back up Oxygen Cylinder, mask, and regulator (with appropriate charge).
BASE CAMP EQUIPMENT : Single Tent, foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning Tent, 1 Kitchen Tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower Tent, 1 Staffs Tent, 1 Tent for Nepalese base camp staff, Store tent, Tables & chairs & all necessary cooking gears.
HEATER : Heater at base camp in each Dining and other necessary camps.
SOLAR/GENERATOR/LIGHT :
1 Solar panel and Generator for lights at base camp, for the battery charges, laptop, and other electronic devices.
TRAINING : Oxygen, Mask Regulator, Ice wall, and Ladder training at basecamp by a professional guide.
HIGH ALTITUDE CLIMBING SHERPA : licensed climbing Sherpa per member (1 Member: 1 Sherpa), during the entire climb from Basecamp to the summit and back, and on each rotation.
ASSISTANCE : Climbing Sherpa to assist in carrying your gear to the high camps.
CLIMBING SHERPA SALARY & ALLOWANCE : Climbing Sherpa Salary, Equipment, Food, and Clothing.
OXYGEN BOTTLE (O2) :
Summit Oxygen: 3 oxygen bottles (4 Ltrs.) for each member and 1 oxygen bottle for each high-altitude Sherpa.
OXYGEN MASK & REGULATOR :
1 Set of Summit Oxygen masks and regulator for each member and high-altitude Sherpa, which has to be returned after the expedition
HIGH CAMP SERVICE (INFRASTRUCTURE AND LOGISTICS) :
High Altitude Tent, Necessary cooking EPI gas, cooking pot, High food for a member, Sherpa, and other crews at (C1) (C2) (C3) and (C4). Group climbing gears, and fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required.
HIGH ALTITUDE TENT : Members will share tents in high camps (2 members: 1 tent).
ROPE FIXING TEAM :
The team of experienced Sherpas (including personal Sherpa) will fix the route in Kanchenjunga (no extra charge will be applied to members).
SATELLITE PHONE :
Satellite Phone for emergency communication carried by Sherpa, also available for members with appropriate charge.
WALKIE-TALKIE : Walkie–Talkie for communicating from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp.
PERMITS : : Satellite Phone/Walkie-talkie permit for all members and staff.
WEATHER FORECAST :
Weather forecast report regularly 
MEDICAL KIT : Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staff.
CERTIFICATE : : Mt. Kangchenjunga climbing certificate i(after climbing Mt. Kangchenjunga successfully).
Excluded Points
AIR FARE : International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
NEPAL ENTRY VISA FEE : : Nepalese Visa fee is $125 USD for 90 Days.
LUNCH & DINNER :
Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary).
EXTRA NIGHTS IN KATHMANDU & BHADRAPUR :
Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu / Bhadrapur. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition, or domestic flight cancellation (due to any other reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
INSURANCE POLICY :
Insurance covering both medical and high-altitude evacuation costs (for the trip cancellation, interruption, high-altitude rescue & air evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.) *Mandatory
PERSONAL EXPENSES : :
Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Kathmandu but we will have soft drinks for members at base camp).
PERSONAL CLIMBING EQUIPMENT : :
Clothing, Packing Items, Bags, Personal Medical Kit, and all kinds of Personal Trekking / Climbing Gear.
TOILETRIES :
Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean
FILMING : Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.
INTERNET SERVICE : Not included during the trek and expedition.
SUMMIT BONUS : Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa- Minimum 1500 USD.
TIPS : Calculate some tips for Basecamp staff – Minimum 400 USD.
EXTRA :
Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary and not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.

Trip Organization

Your Guide and Team

Your guide, from your arrival in Kathmandu until your departure, is responsible for the success of your trip and oversees your team. Do not hesitate to ask him questions, respect his position as the team leader, and above all follow his advice! Often your guide is the only English-speaking member of the team. In the mountains and, especially when during high-altitude travels, your guide is responsible for the safety of the group. The instructions he gives and the remarks he makes to all participants must be carefully followed. The interest and safety of the trekking group must be preserved, even when it may be to the detriment of an individual member of the group.

Read More Your Nepalese team may consist of several people, each with different responsibilities. They are:
The Guide Leader (Sirdar) :  is responsible for and leader of the whole team and is treated with respect by all. Often he has earned his position by starting as a porter and rising through the ranks.
climbing gUIDE : experience Mountain Guide, fixed rope and guided to the summit 
The Cook :  is responsible for all meals and is on a trek that doesn’t use lodges for meals. 
The kitchen boy : is an assistant to the cook. )
The Assistant Guide :  is actively helping clients under the leader’s direction and set camp. 
The Porter is the load carrier for the trekking group. As Nepal is a mountain country with few roads, porters are employed to carry loads. Compliance with regulations and common courtesy dictates the maximum weight carried and the minimum wage paid. Porters are provided with gear based on the routes they follow and with insurance for alpine treks.

Each trekker is allotted the following maximum weights per person: Lodge (tea house) Accommodations: 15 kg maximum; Tent Camping: 22 kg maximum; Expeditions/summit ascents: 20 kg maximum. The porters are given a premium wage for carrying loads over 30 kg. 
In addition, the Nepal Alpinist club takes care to take out insurance for the Guide and porters. Specific equipment is allocated to them for crossing passes at altitude (even if wearers often refuse to put on shoes due to lack of habit).

Accommodations in Kathmandu
In Kathmandu, you will be accommodated in a hotel. We use different hotels depending on availability. The two preferred hotels are:

Hotel Ramada: Located in the heart of Thamel, this hotel is ideal for walking the bustling streets of Kathmandu. The spacious rooms all have a bathroom, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. A fully equipped and active dining room is available for all meals, and the breakfast buffet offers a wide choice of foods. The hotel offers currency exchange, laundry services, and luggage storage.

Sampada Garden: Located just 20 minutes on foot from Thamel and  Durbar Square, this hotel is convenient for exploring Kathmandu. The rooms have all the necessary comforts for your stay: air conditioning, bathroom, and Wi-Fi. Breakfasts are served as a generous buffet. The hotel provides currency exchange, laundry services, and luggage storage.

Accommodations during the Expedition
For camping, accommodation during the expedition: during the expedition, breakfasts, Lunch, and Dinner are prepared by the kitchen team. They are taken to the mess tent. additional energy food is provided. Purchased locally, they offer a more limited. You can, if you wish, bring some complementary cereal bars adapted to your taste. 

For accommodation: meals are prepared by the cooks of the lodge and are taken from the lodge's dining room. Here is a typical one-day menu: 

breakfast: eggs, toast or chapati, or Tibetan bread or pancakes, or pancakes, butter/jam, tea or coffee
Lunch: a main course, tea or coffee
Dinner: soup, main course, fruit (fresh or canned), tea or coffee. During the trek, tea or coffee is served with meals. Two cups per person are included.
Apart from these included menus, other drinks and foodstuffs will be at your expense.
Water: provide tablets (Hydroclovazone, Micropur, or another type) to disinfect the water you put in your water bottle, depending on the source and on the advice of your guide. It is sometimes possible to buy purified water and refill your water bottle without having to buy bottled water. You can also buy mineral water in the cities (not included in the price) but its ecological balance is poor, as you know. Also, we do not recommend it.

Preparation for the Trek
Preparing for the trek requires several months of preparation with 4 to 6-hour walks every weekend for stamina and participating in a sport that required short periods of high exertion.

Medical check-up
Being in good health is essential to fully enjoy your Alpinist Club trip. If your last medical visit was more than four years ago, please get another general physical exam and tell your doctor the nature of your trip (climate, altitude, difficulty, etc.). The altitude also has the effect of reviving dental problems or other chronic pain, so getting a dental checkup is also prudent. If you are undertaking a high-altitude expedition, we advise you to consult a mountain medicine specialist.

Acute Mountain Sickness
This trip takes place at high altitudes, so some people may experience altitude-related discomforts like headaches, loss of appetite, and swelling of limbs. Most of these symptoms usually go away within a few days, but sometimes they can develop into a serious illness: pulmonary or cerebral edema. There are no preventive drugs for AMS. Diamox diuretic is often effective for symptomatic relief, but you should first check with your doctor to verify that it is not contraindicated for you. Think about it before you go.

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FAQ's

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Kangchenjunga stands at 8,586 meters (28,169 feet), making it the third-highest mountain in the world.

The mountain is located on the border between Nepal and the  Sikkim.

The primary routes are the Southwest Face (Nepal side) and the Northeast Ridge (Sikkim/India side).

Yes, climbers should have prior experience in high-altitude mountaineering and technical climbing skills.

The optimal climbing seasons are typically pre-monsoon (April to May) and post-monsoon (September to October).

Challenges include steep ice walls, crevasses, unpredictable weather, and high altitude.

Yes, climbers require special permits for both the trek and the ascent, which can be obtained through trekking agencies.

Climbers should be in excellent physical condition, with endurance training recommended for high-altitude treks.

Yes, it’s important to respect local customs and traditions, particularly due to the sacred significance of Kangchenjunga.

Essential gear includes high-altitude climbing equipment, warm clothing, technical gear (ice axes, crampons), and safety equipment.

The entire expedition can take 4 to 6 weeks, including trekking to the base camp and acclimatization.

Yes, altitude sickness is a significant risk; proper acclimatization is crucial to mitigate this risk.

The base camp offers stunning views, a chance to acclimatize, and preparation for the ascent. Amenities are basic, typically consisting of tents.

The success rate varies, but it is lower compared to other 8,000-meter peaks due to its technical challenges and weather conditions.

Yes, trekkers often have opportunities to engage with local communities

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