Great Himalaya Trail - Kanchenjunga to Makalu Region, 53 Days

Days: 53 / Difficulty: 3 of 5 (Moderate to strenuous)
Min Group Size: 1 / Max Group Size: 12

The Great Himalaya Trail - Section 1 (Kanchenjunga to Makalu Region)

Kanchanjanga is world’s third highest mountain and lies in the north-eastern corner of Nepal. This trek is one of the most popular trekking destinations in eastern Nepal and it is opened for the trekkers in 1988 and made it possible to visit wonderful and relatively unexplored tracts of foothill and alpine country in eastern Nepal. This area trek offers the culture diversity of Sherpa, Rai, Limbu, Chhetri and Brahmin villagers, with the higher region inhabited by a people of Tibeto-Mongoloid Ancestry. This trek also provides exploration of extreme eastern part of Nepal and has great for those explorers having natural history interest, with ecological zones from the subtropics to glacial wilderness. It features an incredible range of landscapes-mountain and glacial terrain. The trek follows the sparkling, mica-flecked Tamur River for the first trekking days along the villages as well as increasingly barren hillsides dotted with yak and slue sheep. Finally the spectacular peak of Kanchanjanga itself becomes visible and so close. The trekking in this area is relatively very strenuous since the region is regarded as the most remote place of Nepal. However the presence of numerous wild animals, birds and flora in abundance make the trekking in this region very interesting and pleasant. Unused to foreign visitors, much of the area still lies shrouded in mystery. You will pass through picturesque villages as you climb towards the enormous Kanchenjunga massif. Abundant wildlife can be seen along on the trail including musk deer, blue sheep and, for the believer, the Yeti! Magnificent views of Everest, Makalu and the Kanchenjunga massif will make the trip memorable.

Fact of the trek

	Trek Region Kanchenjunga to Makalu Region
	Type of Trek Private Trip
	Duration 53 Days
	Highest Elevation 5177 m
	Grade Moderate to Strenuous
	Meals Full board during the trek
	Accomodations 4* Hotel in Kathmandu & Lodge during the trek
	Best Season Spring (March-April-May) & Autumn (Sep-Oct-Nov)
	Transportation by Domestic Flight & Private Vehicle

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Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu International Airport and meet with company’s representative at the airport and transfer to Hotel.
Day 2: Full day Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley with our Tour Guide by private car, overnight in Hotel.
Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur — Drive to Ilam, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 4: Drive from Ilam to Taplejung (6-7 hours), stay overnight at lodge.
Day 5: Trek from Taplejung to Khesewa 2125m/4 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 6: Trek from Khesewa to Mamangkhe 1785m/4 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 7: Trek from Mamangkhe to Yamphudin 2080m/5 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 8: Trek from Yamphudin to Tortong 2995m/5 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 9: Trek from Tortong to Tseram 3868m/6 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 10: Rest Day for acclimatizing, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 11: Trek from Tseram to Ramche 4580m/7 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 12: Trek from Ramche to Oktang 4740m/6 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 13: Acclimatization Day and exploring Yalung Base Camp, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 14: Trek from Oktang to Tseram 3868m/7 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 15: Trek from Tseram to High Camp 4100m/ 7 hours via Selele La Pass 4880m, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 16: Trek from High Camp to Ghunsa 3415m/4 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 17: Rest day in Ghunsa, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 18: Trek from Ghunsa to Khambachen 4145m/6 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 19: Trek from Khambachen to Lhonak 4792m/5 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 20: Trek from Lhonak to Pang Pema (Kanchenjunga B. C.) 5140m/4 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 21: Trek from Pang Pema to Khambachen 4145m/7 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 22: Trek from Khambachen to Ghunsa 3415m/6 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 23: Trek from Ghunsa to Nango-La Phedi/Kharka 4160/4 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 24: Trek from Nango-La Phedi to Langjong Kharka 3734m/7 hours via Nango-La Pass 4795m, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 25: Trek from Langjong Kharka to Olangchun Gola 3500m/6 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 26: Exploration at Olangchun Gola village and stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 27: Trek from Olangchun Gola to Langmale 3893m/6 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 28: Trek from Langmale to Pass Camp 4700m/6 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 29: Trek from Pass Camp to Yak Kharka 4595m/8 hours via Lumba Sumba Pass 5177m, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 30: Trek from Yak Kharka to Thudam 3571m/6 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 31: Trek from Thudam to Yak Kharka 2877m/7 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 32: Trek from Yak Kharka to Chyamtang 2229m/5 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 33: Trek from Chyamtang to Hongon 2323m/6 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 34: Rest day, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 35: Trek from Hongon to Bakim Kharka 3020m/6 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 36: Trek from Bakim Kharka to Molun Pokhari 3954m/5 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 37: Trek from Molun Pokhari to Dhungge Kharka 3590m/7 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 38: Trek from Dhungge Kharka to Cave Camp 3115m/7 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 39: Trek from Cave Camp to Kharka 4097m/8 hours, stay overnight at tented camp.
Day 40: Trek from Kharka to Yangri Kharka 3557m/7 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 41: Trek from Yangri Kharka to Langmale Kharka 4410m/6 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 42: Trek from Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp 4870m/7 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 43: Explore Makalu Base Camp, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 44: Trek from Makalu Base Camp to Yangri Kharka 3557m/7 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 45: Trek from Yangri Kharka to Mumbuk 3540m/7 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 46: Trek from Mumbuk to Khongma Danda 3500m/6 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 47: Trek from Khongma to Tashigaon 2100m/5 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 48: Trek from Tashigaon to Seduwa 1500m/5 hours, stay overnight at lodge.
Day 49: Trek from Seduwa to Num 1572m/4 hours and drive to Tumlingtar 405m, stay overnight at hotel.
Day 50: Rest day, stay overnight at hotel.
Day 51: Fly from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
Day 52: Full day Sightseeing in Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square with our Tour Guide by private car, overnight in Hotel.
Day 53: Final Departure from Kathmandu.

Pricing for Group Size Basis:
All inclusive Trek Price for single trekker; USD 10,190
All inclusive Trek Price for 2 trekkers basis; USD 6,880 per person

Join us on the Great Himalaya Trail Trekking from Kanchenjunga to Makalu Region in 2025/2026.

Customize Your Trek: This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please e-mail us at snftnepal@yahoo.de

Note: In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by Swiss Family Treks & Expedition GmbH. The charges must be paid by the clients themselves.

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USD 6,880 EUR 6.413 SFr 6.365 GBP 5.366 AUD 10.251 CAD 9.150	Trip is available

* Dates can be flexible, please contact us for individual dates.

Our Trek Package Cost includes:
* Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & transfer by private car/van.
* 4 nights deluxe accommodation in single/double/twin bed sharing basis with breakfast at 4* Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Kathmandu.
* Domestic flight ticket from Kathmandu-Bhadrapur and Tumlingtar-Kathmandu and domestic Airport tax.
* Guided Kathmandu city tour as per the above itinerary and all entrance fees.
* Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with Tea & coffee and hot/cold filter water during the trek.
* Lodge to lodge and Tented Camp accommodation during the trek.
* 1 experienced, helpful and friendly guide, 1 cook and 1 porter for luggage, 4 porters for camping equipment, their food & accommodation, salary, equipment and insurance
* All trekking equipment (Dinning Tent, Kitchen Tent, Toilet Tent, Guest Tent, Mattresses and Kitchen Utensils).
* All the ground transportation by private vehicle.
* Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Permit.
* Makalu-Barun Conservation Area Permit.
* All necessary Restricted Area permits.
* First Aid Medical Kit.
* Office Service charge.
* All Government Tax.

Our Trek Package Cost doesn't include:
* Any meals (Lunch and Dinner) in Kathmandu other than breakfast.
* Travel insurance.
* International air fare to and from Nepal.
* Nepal Tourist Visa fees.
* Items and expenses of personal nature.
* Any kind of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, snacks, laundry, phone call, Internet.
* Personal Trekking Equipment.
* Emergency Evacuation (Helicopter Rescue).
* Any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, domestic flight delays, political disturbance, and strikes etc.
* Any other costs whatsoever, that is not mentioned in the cost included.
* Horse renting and additional porters used due to natural calamities during the trek.
* Tips for guide, cook, porters, driver...

Tipping is expected but it is not mandatory.

Great Himalaya Trail - Kanchenjunga to Makalu Region, 53 Days

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Grade (Easy)	Easy trekking by Himalayan standards is generally up to 2000m. There are plenty of ups and downs on well-maintained trails. This type of trip is best suited for those who lead a reasonably active life. The trek takes about 3 to 7 days, walking about 4 to 5 hours a day.
Grade (Moderate )	This involves longer treks (five to ten days) on maintained trails. This type of trek includes day excursions to higher elevations, for which it's advisable to have some previous hill- walking experience. On these treks, we generally achieve an altitude between 900m to 3000m.
Grade (Moderate to strenuous)	A reasonably demanding trek at an altitude up to 4000m with side trips to higher elevations. The trails are sometimes uncharted and away from inhabited areas.
Grade (Strenuous )	These treks must be fully supported. We climb to altitudes between 3500 and 5000m. & there are overnight stays at altitudes above 4000m. For this trek, trekkers should be fit & enthusiastic hill walkers prepared to tackle difficult terrain in remote areas.
Grade (Very Strenuous)	This trek is best described as Alpine, and suitable is suitable for those in excellent health, capable of carrying a backpack, when required. The trek covers very remote areas, traveling over snow-covered passes at an altitudes of up to 6500m. You will need to axes and crampons. No strenuous trek should be undertaken without medical clearance.

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