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Kanchenjunga Expedtion
Kangchenjunga, the 3rd highest peak, elevating at an altitude of 8586 m, was considered the highest peak of the world until 1856. Crowned by 5 significant peaks, out of which three reside at the Nepal-India border and two reside in the Taplejung district of Nepal, Kanchenjunga is a mystical mountain also believed by the locals to be the home to mountain deity. In the Tibetan language, the name ‘Kanchinjínga’ refers to the “Five Treasures of the Great Snow”. The treasures represent the repositories of God being Gold, Silver, Grain, Gems, and Holy Books and are often associated with the five peaks in the Kanchenjunga Himal.
The Kanchenjunga section of the Himal extends from Nepal to India with around 16 peaks above 7000m. It is bordered in the north by Lhonak Chu, Goma Chu, and Jongsang La while in the East by the Teesta river. The western limits are distinguished as they run down the Jongsang La to Ginseng and Kanchenjunga Glaciers and rivers of Ghunsa and Tamor.
The first successful ascent to Kanchenjunga was made by George Band and Joe Brown the British Expedition team in 1955. They took the route from the Yalung Glacier to the southwest of the peak, leading to the Yalung face. The route to the summit is a mixed terrain of snow, glacier, and one icefall with a little section of rock. They had set up six camps during their expedition.
The huge mountain massif of Kangchenjunga consists of the following peaks:
- Kangchenjunga main 8586 m
- Kangchenjunga West (Yalung Kang) 8505 m
- Kangchenjunga Central 5482 m
- Kangbachen 7903 m
The massif houses five main glaciers namely, Zemu, Kanchenjunga, Yalung, Talung, and Ramtang that drain the Saptakoshi Rivers including Arun, Tamor, and Teesta in Sikkim as well. Kanchenjunga main is the highest point of the Brahmaputra River Basin, one of the largest river basins. The Kanchenjunga massif is also a part of the Ganges River Basin.
Kanchenjunga has been able to retain its pristine beauty and serenity as it is not very easily accessible from Nepal. The remoteness of its location makes it one of the less frequently traveled destinations despite its alluring beauty. The trekking to the Kanchenjunga region has recently been permitted in Sikkim, the Goecha La pass trek is the most popular one, as it offers the marvelous view of the huge southeast face of Kangchenjunga. The reason for restrictions to traveling in this isolated region could be the myth associated with it, making people believes that some mountain deity dwells in this region. The British Expedition team had spotted a bipedal creature in 1925, which is believed to be “the Kangchenjunga Demon”, often called “Yeti”.
The trekking route to Kanchenjunga is unbelievably attractive and mindblowing as it goes through three diverse ecoregions: the eastern Himalayan broadleaved and coniferous forests, the eastern Himalayan alpine shrub and meadows, and the Terai Duar Savanna and grasslands. As you trek along, you will come across numerous small and big rivers that rage at their pace. We ought to trek through the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area, which is the home to a number of endangered species including but not limited to Snow Leopards, Asian Black Bears, Red Panda, White-bellied Musk Deer, Blood Pheasant, and Floras like Rhododendrons and Orchids. If lucky enough, we may encounter some of those on our way.
Itinerary
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Inclusions
Includes
- Arrival and departure transfer services to and from both domestic and international flights as per itinerary.
- Assistance at the International airport by White Himalayan Adventure Treks team while arriving and departing in Kathmandu.
- Tourist standard category hotel accommodation as per itinerary in Kathmandu on B/B plan,twin sharing basis. (Private room accommodation can be organized at an extra cost)
- One Experienced, Trained, Government Licensed climbing guide with required number of assistant guide and other staff.
- Schedule Flight Tickets for Kathmandu to Bhadrapur sector to all climbing members, Sherpa guide and liaison officer.
- Per person 15 Kg(2 pieces) domestic flight luggage charge .
- Private Hiace or Jeep Transportation from Bhadrapur-ilam ,From ilam to Jorpul and from Jhapa to Kathmandu sector to all climbing members, Sherpa guide, liaison officer and other staffs.
- All trekking and mountaineering equipment for advance Base Camp and camp two.
- Common climbing equipment (necessary fixed and main rope, ice bars, ice screws, snow bar etc)
- Cooking service at Base Camp
- 3 meals a day: Breakfasts, lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee)available at the tea house/hotel/lodge during the trekking period.
- 3 fresh meals a day: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be served at advanced base camp.
- All food and fuel for base camp and higher camps during the expedition for both clients and staff.
- 50kg baggage allowance per person during the trekking period. This will be carried by porters..
- Trekking Permit (Kanchenjunga National Park entry fee)
- TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System).
- Expedition Royalty and climbing permit of Nepal Government to climb Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586M).
- Nepalese Government Royalty and fees.
- All wages, equipment, medical and accidental Insurances for all involved staff during the trekking and expedition period.
- Equipment allowances and wages for climbing Sherpa's and other staffs.
- Equipment allowances and wages for government liaison officer.
- First aid medical kits for the group and the staff.
- Appropriate food for high altitude and all climbing crew at base camp and above as required.
- Required fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period..
- All tents for camps 1, 2, 3 and 4 for members and staff.
- Sherpas tents, food for climbing, and insurance for staff.
- Helicopter rescue insurance for high altitude climbing Sherpa guide.
- Fresh cooked food and kitchen will be provided at camp II.
- Trekking and climbing map of the Mount Kanchenjunga region.
- EPI Cooking gas, the stove will be provided in camps one, three and south col for cooking food, boiling water.
- Transportation of food supply to base camp from Kathmandu
- Our service charge and government taxes levied in Nepal.
- Complete pre-departure information.
- Flight ticket reconfirmation
- Visa extension procedure services (if necessary).
- Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with a domestic culture show in Kathmandu.
Excludes
- Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu (except for the farewell dinner).
- Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria-bars during the trekking.
- Items of personal nature, laundry expenses, tips.
- Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations like natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in government regulations, etc.
- Extra transportation then displayed in the itinerary program.
- Any additional staff other than specified.
- Rescue, repatriation, medicines, medical tests and hospitalization expenses.
- Medical Insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.
- Travel insurance and helicopter rescue.
- Walkie-talkies
- Filming permit.
- Personal climbing gears.
- Clothing, packing items or bags, personal medical kit, camera/video fees or trekking gear.
- Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods.
- Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa Guides as per Mountaineering Association rules. Minimum $1000.00USD per climbing Sherpa guide.
- Tips and gifts for base camp and high altitude trekking and climbing staff.
- Airfare of international flights.
- Nepal entry visa fee (Visa issuance on arrival in Kathmandu)
- Any extra services or products or offers or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any other item not included in the Cost Includes section.
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