• Destination

    Nepal

  • Region

    Kanchenjunga Region

  • Trip Type

    Trekking

  • Trip Duration

    13 Nights/14 Days

  • Group Size

    Minimum 02 Pax

  • Season

    Spring & Autumn

  • Maximum Altitude

    3,200m/10,496ft

  • Flight

    KTM-BDP-KTM

  • Overview
  • Itinerary
  • Map
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  • Gears List
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Introduction

Olangchung Gola 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 region is predominantly by Buddhist religion 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.

The route lies inside the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area (KCA) which is within the Sacred Himalayan Landscape. It has been designated as a conservation area in March 1998 and covers an area of 2,035 sq. km. 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

  • View of the world’s third highest peak, Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586m) and fifth highest peak, Mt. Makalu (8,463m)
  • Kanchenjunga Conservation Area enrich in vast diversity of flora and fauna.
  • 400 years old Diki Choeling Monastery
  • Explore Tea Garden
  • Explore the lifestyle, culture and tradition, Monasteries
  • Experience of Homestay

 

What we offer on Trekking?

  • Strong and Reliable Team of Guide, Assiatant Guides, strong porters, and other trekking support team.
  • Pre-booking of Accommodation on best available teahouse lodges and domestic flight at the earliest.
  • During the trekking, we offer free of charge to explore every possible sites such as Monastery, Cultural Museum, National Park Museum, art and exhibition centre.
  • Emergency survival kit such as rope coil, first aid medical kit, oxygen concentrator with modern masks and regulators.
  • Duffle Bags, Booklets of Detailed Itinerary, souvenirs, local SIM cards, and many more.
  • Sleeping bags and Down Jackets on rent.

 

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 this trek is consider as easy and suitable for beginners as well, we need normal trekking gears. However, this depends upon the weather and season. 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. (Please note that, all the gears mentioned in the list may not be required.)

For more details of trekking, please refer to the trekking notes, You can find them on Gears Sections as well.

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.

  • Accommodation

    Hotel

Day 02: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour and Trek Preparation.

After breakfast, proceed for a half-day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu City including the World Heritage Sites. It includes a tour of two sites below:
Pashupatinath Temple – the Temple of Lord Shiva situated on the bank of the holy Bagmati River. The temple is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Bouddhanath Stupa– an ancient colossal stupa and the center of Tibetan Buddhism in the world
The rest of the day is free for trekking preparation, such as trekking gear shopping, packing on a duffle bag, etc.

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

    B, D

Day 03: Fly to Bhadrapur and drive to Taplejung (1,820m/5,970ft)

Timely, check out from the hotel and transfer to Kathmandu Domestic Airport to board an onward flight to Bhadrapur, Jhapa.

Upon arrival in Bhadrapur, meet the awaiting vehicle and start to drive to Taplejung via Mechi Highway. En route, stop at Kanyam to explore the beautiful tea garden. Later, continue to drive through pristine landscapes of sloped tea gardens, and thick natural forests. Then we head to Taplejung via Phidim with the Breathtaking and magnificent sceneries of the snowcapped White Mountains and lush green hills.

  • Accommodation

    Standard Hotel

  • Meals Included

    B, L, D

  • Flight Duration

    50 minutes

  • Driving Distance

    220 Km

  • Driving Duration

    8 Hours

  • Elevation Variation

    +470m

Day 04: Drive to Ranipul (1,270m/4,166ft)

In the morning time, after breakfast meets the trekking support team and gets ready for the drive toward Ranipul. Leaving Taplejung Bazar, we will drive towards Suketar and take downhill off-road via Mitlung, Sinwa, and Tawa, Tapethok. There is a check post at Tapethok where we need to show the permits of the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Project and Restricted Area Permit.

We will enjoy the beautiful scenic beauty all along the trek. Upon arrival in Ranipul, check into the lodge and take a rest for the rest of the time.

  • Accommodation

    Teahouse Lodge

  • Meals Included

    B, L, D

  • Driving Duration

    6 Hours

  • Elevation Variation

    -550m

Day 05: Trek to Inla Danda (2,050m/6,724ft)

After breakfast, start trekking Inladanda following the east bank of the Tamor River. Leaving the main Kanchenjunga trek route at Lelep, we ascend to Lungthang. After lunch, the trail ascends above the Tamor River to Inladanda. 

  • Accommodation

    Teahouse Lodge

  • Meals Included

    B, L, D

  • Walking Distance

    9.2 Km

  • Time Duration

    6 Hours

  • Elevation Variation

    +780m

Day 06: Trek to Olangchung Gola (3200m)

On this day, we will trek to Olangchung Gola following the Tamor River. We will walk through Magawa, Selep, Jongin and take the left side from the Ramite intersection (2,685m) and reach Olangchung Gola. There is more opportunity to spot red pandas as well on and we pass another beautiful waterfall created by the Tamor River. Upon arrival at Olangchung Gola, check into the lodge. 

  • Accommodation

    Teahouse Lodge

  • Meals Included

    B, L, D

  • Walking Distance

    13 Km

  • Time Duration

    7 Hours

  • Elevation Variation

    +1,150m

Day 07: Explore Olangchung Gola

Olangchung Gola is the largest village of the Walung people. 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.

  • Accommodation

    Teahouse Lodge

  • Meals Included

    B, L, D

Day 08: Backtrack to Inladanda (2,050m/6,724ft)

Early morning, start to trek to Inladanda following the Tamor River. The trail will be the same till Ramite and further down towards Inladanda passing the settlements of Jongin, Selep, Ramsyangpati.

Upon arrival at Inladanda, check into the local lodge.

  • Accommodation

    Teahouse Lodge

  • Meals Included

    B, L, D

  • Walking Distance

    13 Km

  • Time Duration

    7 Hours

  • Elevation Variation

    -1,150m

Day 09: Trek to Ranipul (1,270m/4,166ft)

Following the bank of the Tamor River we will descend to Ranipul where we will spend a night. There we will meet the 4WD vehicle to drive back to Taplejung.

  • Accommodation

    Teahouse Lodge

  • Meals Included

    B, L, D

  • Walking Distance

    9.2 Km

  • Time Duration

    5 Hours

  • Elevation Variation

    -780

Day 10: Drive back to Taplejung (1,820m/5,970ft)

Meet the awaiting vehicle and start to drive to Taplejung for about 7 hours.

Upon arrival in Taplejung, check into the Lodge. the rest of the day is free to explore the local places.

In the evening, we will have a farewell program with the trekking support team.

  • Accommodation

    Teahouse Lodge

  • Meals Included

    B, L, D

  • Time Duration

    7 Hours

  • Elevation Variation

    +550m

Day 11: Drive to Bhadrapur (90m/298ft)

After breakfast, check out from the lodge and start to drive to Bhadrapur via Mechi Highway enjoying the view of green hills, snow-capped mountains, rivers, tea gardens, and the daily activities of the locals throughout the ride. We will make a stop at several spots to explore tea gardens.

  • Accommodation

    Teahouse Lodge

  • Meals Included

    B, L, D

  • Driving Distance

    220 Km

  • Driving Duration

    9 Hours

  • Elevation Variation

    -2,330m

Day 12: Fly Back to Kathmandu and transfer to the Hotel

Timely checkout from the hotel and transfer to Bhadrapur Domestic Airport to board an onward flight to Kathmandu about 50 mins with the pleasant view of the Himalayan Ranges including Kanchenjunga-Makalu-Everest-Rolwaling-Langtang massif.

Upon arrival at Kathmandu, transfer and check into the hotel.
The rest of the day is free in Kathmandu for rest and refreshment.

  • Accommodation

    Hotel

  • Meals Included

    B, D

  • Flight Duration

    50 minutes

Day 13: Contingency day on trek or Kathmandu in case of bad weather or health issues.

If the plan goes smoothly with the flight on the required day/time, this day will be a free day in Kathmandu for leisure activities or sightseeing tours (on your own), last-minute shopping, bag packing, etc. On request, we will arrange a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu.

Eve: Group Farewell dinner at an authentic Nepali Restaurant in Kathmandu.

  • Accommodation

    Hotel

  • Meals Included

    B, D

Day 14: Transfer to International Airport for final departure.

Timely transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport to board an onward flight to home country 3 hours earlier than the scheduled flight departing time. We wish you a happy journey during your flight from Nepal to your home country with the hope to see you on your next visit to Nepal.

  • Meals Included

    B

Services Included

  • 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.

  • 10 Nights’ accommodation during the Olangchung Gola Trek at the best available trekkers lodges/resorts 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, TIMS Card

  • Safe Drinking water (2L per person per day), Local SIM Card, Souvenirs.

  • Comprehensive First Aid Medical Kit

Services Excluded

  • 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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