14 Days Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trek in 2025
The journey to the southern base camp of Kanchenjunga is one of the least explored paths in Nepal, and offers breathtaking panoramas along the way to the foot of the world’s third highest Kanchenjunga Mountain sitting at 8586 meters. When you take in the view from the towering mountains, the comment of Kanchenjunga being termed the ‘Five Treasures of Snow’ as the beautiful mountains, rivers, jungles, and pristine valleys surely invites reasoning. While carving through this route, one will also encounter jungles full of vivid blossoming rhododendrons as well as the critically endangered snow leopard, red panda, and black Himalayan bear within the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area.
Besides these astonishing landscapes, the journey also tends to provide enriching cultural significance and authenticity. During the trek through the far Rai and Limbu villages, there is a rich cultural heritage in traditions, ancient history, and hospitable locals that will welcome you with warm hearts and willing hands, alongside monasteries to visit. The variation in Kanchenjunga, Ladakh, and Makalu is extraordinarily thrilling from the pass, with rigorously rough high-altitude trails and diverse treks which are bound to challenge even the most seasoned travelers. It makes for a truly immersive experience where you can feel the Hoary coniferous forests of the Himalayas while being a part of the off beaten track routes trekking without the usual roar of tourists.
This trek begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur which is then followed by a charming drive to Illam and Taplejung where the hike will take off from. The route goes through the magnificent South Base Camp via Yamphudin, Cheram, and Ramche. The guide will set Ramche as a stopping point for the campers and trekkers to enjoy the grandeur views captured from various angles. Then you will need to go go back to Kathmandu. The The Himalayan Dream Team customized schedule for 2025 and 2026 is offered with some flexibility based on your budget,time, and physical abilities. Let us know what your budget is, or if you desire other trekking alternatives such as the North Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek or the Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek if you are seeking challenging treks.
| Day | Program | Km | Hrs | Altitude (m) | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur then Drive to Illam | 90 | 6 | 1677 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 2 | Drive from Illam to Taplejung | 150 | 5 | 1820 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3 | Trek from Taplejung to Lali Kharka | 11 | 5 | 1900 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4 | Trek from Lali Kharka to Khesewa | 14 | 6 | 1970 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 5 | Trek from Khesewa to Pumphe Danda | 10 | 6 | 1790 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 6 | Trek from Pumphe Danda to Yamphuding | 8/9 | 5 | 2080 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 7 | Acclimatization in Yamphuding | - | - | 2080 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 8 | Trek from Yamphuding to Torongding | 9/10 | 7/8 | 2340 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 9 | Trek from Torongding to Cheram | 10 | 6 | 3870 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 10 | Trek from Cheram to Ramche then Explore Kanchenjunga South Base Camp | 9/10 | 6 | 4730 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 11 | Trek from Ramche to Tortang | 13 | 5/6 | 3000 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 12 | Trek from Tortang to Hellok Khola | 17 | 6/7 | 1740 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 13 | Drive Hellok Khola Ranipul to Phidim | 120 | 5 | 1200 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 14 | Drive from Phidim to Bhadrapur then Flight to Kathmandu | 15/16 | 6 | 1400 | ✔ | ✔ | ✖ |
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