NEPAL - Kangchenjunga Trek
A superb trek on quiet trails to the world's third highest peak, Kangchenjunga ~ Spectacular basecamp at Pang Pema ~ Long and sustained trekking ~ Walking in a remote wilderness area of the Nepal Himalaya
3 nights hotels & lodges, 21 nights camping, 17 days DEMANDING trekking. Max. altitude - 5200m. All meals included.
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A challenging trekking holiday walking in the remote Kangchenjunga region of the Nepal Himalaya. Trekking in the remote and rarely-visited north-eastern corner of Nepal, our walking route to Kangchenjunga leads through picturesque farmland and rugged valleys of the Himalaya to the south side of the Kangchenjunga massif. Walking to the north side of Kangchenjunga by way of the Mirgin La (4663m./15295ft), we are greeted with magical views of the Himalaya including Makalu, Chamlang, Everest and Kangchenjunga en route. Trekking beyond the attractive Tibetan settlement of Ghunsa, with its sturdy wooden houses, numerous prayer flags and smiling villagers, we skirt the incredible northern flanks of Jannu on the approach to the Nepal side Kangchenjunga basecamp at Pang Pema (5100m./16728ft). Here at last, the formidable north face of Kangchenjunga is revealed. Our trekking efforts are rewarded with magnificent close up views of Kangchenjunga towering above the glacier opposite our camp in icy blue splendour. Our new, shorter version of this classic Kangchenjunga trekking holiday promises to be more popular than ever. With varied and sustained trekking, it remains one of the most beautiful walking holidays in Nepal and indeed in the whole of the Himalaya.
Trip Guide
Much of this classic trek involves only moderate walking, well within the capabilities of any reasonably fit person. The trek has been given the DEMANDING grade on account of its overall length, the remoteness of the area and because there are a number of tough days. Despite the fact that the area is less frequented by trekkers than the more famous routes, the paths are good throughout the trek, apart from sections of the route whilst crossing the Mirgin La and above Pang Pema.
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