Trekking Grade
Trekking Category
Kanchenjunga North and South Base Camp trek is named after the world’s 3rd highest mountain, passes through remote areas in the eastern Nepal. For those who love to experience culture, nature and adventure, this trek is the best choice. You will explore North and South Kanchenjunga Base Camps after crossing these high pass in a very remote corner of Nepal.
The journey begins after you fly to Bhadrapur and then overland drive to Taplejung via Illam. The trekking route goes into the remote mountain ranges on Nepal border with Sikkim (India) and Tibet. The trek rewards you with a unique insight into the rich culture, tradition and rural lifestyle of the different ethnic groups of Nepal such as Rai, Limbu and Sherpa whose way of living is still unchanged by the modern world. In addition, you will explore the beautiful and unspoiled wilderness, cascading waterfalls, lush vegetation, rhododendron forests, along with diverse flora and fauna. You may also see mountain life, Yak settlements, and explore medicinal herbs. The entire Kanchenjunga region is a perfect place for botanists, geographers, anthropologists, adventure-lovers and pleasure-seeking travellers to explore around for a few days being away from the rush of urban life. Here you will also encounter snow leopard, if you are lucky. You will also enjoy the magnificent views of Mount Kanchanjunga, Mera peak and many others.
The best time for trekking in the Kanchanjunga region is spring (April-May) and autumn (Oct-Nov). During these times, the weather remains suitable and mountains in the distance are clearly visible.
Kanchanjunga base camp trekking is medium hard and challenging, so anyone aiming to do this trek must be physically and mentally well-prepared.
To be able to submit a cost estimate, we need to know the number of persons in your group, the required hotel category, the favored mode of transportation (by flight, by local or private transport) and any alternations to your itinerary.
Airport pickup and drop (domestic and international)
Local transportation; (Domestic flight, road transport according program)
Hotels: (4/2) star standard hotel including breakfast (according to program in Kathmandu& other places)
Welcome and farewell dinner
Sightseeing in Kathmandu (Patan Durbar square, Swyambunath, Pashupatinath)
Sighseeing Bhaktapur and Boudhanath
Camping/ Lodge Trek’s cost according to program
Full board during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Government-licensed guide (English speaking or other foreign language if requested)
Required numbers of porters (1 porter for 2 guests; 12 kg per guest in Tea house trek)
Sightseeing entry fees/national park /conservation/restricted area permit fees (monasteries, temples, Stupa entrance fees but not donation.)
TIMS (Trekker’s information Management System) permits or peak climbing permit fees (according to your program)
Group First Aid Kits (We recommend bringing your personal first aid kit as well.)
Trekking bag for each guest.
Staff insurance
Trekking bag for each guest
Nepal Fair Step Trekking printed T-Shirt
International airfare from and to your country
Nepal Visa fee (bring accurate USD 50 cash for 30 days visa and need to fill online form)
Excess baggage charges
Personal gears
Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters
Travel & Health Insurance – Emergency Helicopter Rescue Insurance (Most recommended)
Any meals (lunch &dinner) in Kathmandu – $ 10 to 15 for per meal in tourist restaurant (except welcome and farewell dinner)
Any kinds of drinks (alcohol &non-alcoholic beverage) neither during the trek nor in Kathmandu
Tips for staff (not mandatory but expected)
Hot shower, recharging of batteries (available during the
The cost which is not mentioned above.
