
Destination
Nepal
Region
Kanchenjunga Region
Trip Type
Trekking
Trip Duration
24 Nights/25 Days
Group Size
Minimum 4 Pax
Season
Spring & Autumn
Maximum Altitude
5,150m/16,892ft
Flight
KTM-BDP-KTM
Olangchung Gola via Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek is a trek to one of the most isolated and remote areas of Eastern Nepal. This trek offers stunning mountain views of Kanchenjunga and Makalu, along with many other peaks and a variety of landscapes, green forests, and colourful villages. Olangchung Gola is rich in Buddism culture with Chorten (stupa), mani walls and prayer wheels. The Bhutias of Upper Tamur practices a much more orthodox pattern of Buddhist culture than any of the Limbu community of the Arun Valley. This is a long and adventurous trek to a remote part of Nepal, a region which sees far fewer trekkers than other areas because of its remoteness. The trek offers the adventure journey to discover the very less explored trails in the Himalayas and offers variations in landscapes from alpine grasslands to sub-tropical forests, low river valleys, glacial moraine, and rocky screed slopes.
The region is predominantly Buddhist and is home to Diki Choling Monastery. The monastery is dated around 400 years old and houses a statue of Avalokiteshwara, life-sized. The region is home to diverse ethnic groups whose main income sources are agriculture, husbandry, and tourism. The region is made up of alpine grasslands, famous rhododendron forests, low river valleys, remote villages, and ancient culture.
This trek will also extend to the northern base camp of the World’s third-highest peak, Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586m). The Kanchenjunga region is inhabited by a mixed community of Sherpa, Rai, Limbu, and Gurung, which provides an opportunity for trekkers to understand their culture and lifestyle.
Before the trekking, we will fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur, south-eastern plain land of Nepal and drive to Taplejung region for 8 hours. During this drive, we will get diverse changes in the landscapes and weather as well. The trek starts and ends at Taplejung. In between, we may use local jeeps as some part are connected with road section.
Highlights of Trek
What we offer on Trekking?
Best Time to Visit
Spring Season (March-May) and Autumn Season (September to Early December) are considered as the best time to go for this trek as we can expect mild temperature in the day and night and clear blue sky. However, the unpredictable weather pattern of mountain can cause frequent changes in the weather of specific places. Before trekking, we will inform the estimated weather pattern and temperature for trekking period during briefing session.
Essential Trekking Gears
As we do trekking from temperate to snow line regions, we will experience difference in temperature, so we must be prepared to tackle the hazardous situation. The right choice of right gears will definitely help us to reach to the targeted points. For the more details, you can click here for essential trekking gears. You can also print the checklist of trekking gears as you need to pack each and every gear that will be useful for the trekking.
For more details of trekking, please refer to the trekking notes, You can find them on Gears Sections as well.
We focus on the safety and healthy performances of trekkers above 3000m with ample acclimatization days to minimize the risk of High Altitude Sickness. We provide a wilderness first aid treatment and backup oxygen concentrator with modern masks and regulators.
Infusion Trip Adventure team operates responsible tours and trekking and provides all-inclusive travel services. You will get worry-free services regarding the permits, fees, meals and accommodation along the trail. We are concerned with the pre-arrangement and booking for smooth operations of your trip. Your safety and enjoyment are always our main concern. With the experiences of travel, trekking and expedition for more than 7 years, we value the difference between a good experience and a great experience. Our reputation speaks for itself, we provide high-quality professional services to continuously exceed customer’s expectations and reinforce its market position in the field of trekking, expedition and tour-related services.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be welcomed by a beautiful garland of seasonal flowers at the gate of the International Arrival Terminal.
With the final counting and loading of luggage into the vehicle, you will transfer to the hotel and check in.
After welcome refreshments, there will be a short briefing with the Infusion Trip Adventure Representative. You will get general information and orientation about the tour or trek.
Then you have free time in Kathmandu. You can explore the city.
In the evening – welcome dinner and traditional show in an authentic Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu. You will enjoy your dinner with different types of dances.
Accommodation
Hotel
Meals Included
Welcome Dinner
Day 02: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour and Trek Preparation.
Day 03: Fly to Bhadrapur and drive to Taplejung (1,820m/5,970ft)
Day 04: Drive to Chirwa (1,218m/3,995ft)
Day 05: Trek to Sekathum (1,615m/5,297ft)
Day 06: Trek to Amjilosa (2,370m/7,774ft)
Day 07: Trek to Gyabla (2,710m/8,888ft)
Day 08: Trek to Ghunsa (3,420m/11,218ft)
Day 09: Acclimatization Day at Ghunsa (3,595m/11,792ft)
Day 10: Trek to Khambachen (4,102m/13,454ft)
Day 11: Trek to Lhonak (4,758m/15,606ft)
Day 12: Hike to Pangpema (Kanchenjunga Northern Base Camp) (5,150m/16,892ft), and back to Lhonak (4,758m/15,606ft)
Day 13: Backtrack to Ghunsa (3,420m/11,218ft)
Day 14: Trek to Ghunsa Kharka (4,162m/13,650ft)
Day 15: Trek to Yangma Khola (4,160m/13,644ft) via Nango La Pass (4,778m/15,670ft)
Day 16: Trek to Olangchung Gola (3,200m/10,496ft)
Day 17: Explore Olangchung Gola
Day 18: Trek to Inladanda (2,050m/6,724ft)
Day 19: Trek to Ranipul (1,270m/4,166ft)
Day 20: Drive back to Taplejung (1,820m/5,970ft)
Day 21: Drive to Bhadrapur (90m/298ft)
Day 22: Fly Back to Kathmandu and transfer to the Hotel
Day 23: Contingency day on trek or Kathmandu in case of bad weather or health issues.
Day 24: Transfer to International Airport for final departure.
Services of all arrival/departure and ground transfers in a private vehicle accompanied by an English-speaking tour representative/escort/guide.
Round trip of Kathmandu/Bhadrapur/Kathmandu on a fixed-wing aircraft.
Four-night accommodation at a Hotel in Kathmandu on a Twin/Double Room Sharing on a bed and breakfast basis inclusive of all applicable taxes.
19 Nights’ accommodation during the Olangchung Gola via Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek at the best available trekkers lodges served with all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) at all places.
Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu with an experienced English Speaking Tour Guide inclusive of all monument fees.
Welcome and Farewell Dinner at Authentic Nepalese Restaurant in Kathmandu featuring a cultural program.
A team of Experienced trekking guide, assistant guide and porters (as required in the ration of 2:1) with their daily wages, equipment, meals, clothing, and insurance, etc.
Updated and Detailed Trekking maps with contour lines of Kanchenjunga Region.
Permits & Documents – Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Project (KCAP) Permit, Kanchenjunga Restricted Area Permit, TIMS Card
Safe Drinking water (2L per person per day), Local SIM Card, Souvenirs.
Comprehensive First Aid Medical Kit with a backup Oxygen Cylinder with mask & regulators.
International Airfare from/to Kathmandu
Nepal Entry Tourist Visa (USD 50 for 30 days)
Lunch and Dinner while you are in Kathmandu (except Welcome and Farewell Dinner)
Any additional stay in Kathmandu before and after the trekking (in case of any reason).
Personal Equipment including trekking gear, clothing, toiletries, Personal Medical Kit, and any other items.
Personal Porters can be arranged on request in advance and charge USD 25 per day.
Personal expenses such as; laundry, bar bills, tips and gratuities to the trekking support team, alcoholic beverages, telephone calls, internet services, toiletries, battery charges, soft drinks, etc.
Comprehensive Travel Insurance or “Umbrella Insurance” covering; Illness, hospitalization, travel medicines, loss of valuables, thefts, change of itinerary, flight and tour cancellations due to unavoidable circumstances and most of all Emergency Helicopter Charter for evacuation purposes.
Any items that are not mentioned in the above ‘Services Included Section.’
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