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Kanchenjunga South Base Camp Trek – 18 Days

3.52 verified reviewsYour hotel in Kathmandu (Thamel area) — the guide meets you the evening before for a briefing and gear check.
Trekking18 daysStrenuous

About this experience

A long, wild trek in far-eastern Nepal to the south base camp of Kanchenjunga (8,586 m) at Oktang, through pristine forest, Limbu and Sherpa villages and high glacial valleys. Restricted-area permit, licensed guide, lodging/camping and transport included.

Highlights

Trek to the world's 3rd-highest peak
Remote far-eastern Nepal, pristine forest
Limbu and Sherpa mountain culture

Day-by-day itinerary

Flight east and drive up into the tea hills of Ilam.

What's included

Included in the price

  • Licensed English-speaking trekking guide
  • Teahouse / lodge accommodation on the trail
  • All trekking permits (TIMS + area permit)
  • Ground transport to and from the trailhead
  • Shared porter support

Not included

  • International flights & Nepal visa
  • Travel & rescue insurance (mandatory)
  • Meals in the city
  • Personal expenses, drinks & snacks
  • Tips for guide and porter

Meeting point

Your hotel in Kathmandu (Thamel area) — the guide meets you the evening before for a briefing and gear check.
Route overview

Meeting point is shown below.

Interactive map coming soon.

Good to know

What to bring

Broken-in boots, warm layers & down jacket, rain shell, headlamp, water bottle/purification, sunhat & sunscreen, personal first-aid and any medication.

Permits

Kanchenjunga Restricted-Area Permit, KCAP and a licensed guide (min. 2 trekkers) are included.

Not suitable for

Travellers with serious heart or lung conditions, or anyone unwilling to walk 5–7 hours a day at altitude.

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OliviaVerified attendance
3 Jun 2026

The acclimatisation days were well judged and nobody in our group struggled. Briefing was thorough and the kit list they sent was spot on.

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LeonVerified attendance
4 May 2026

Cosy tea houses, big skies, and a trail that kept surprising us. Lodges were booked ahead so we never arrived anywhere uncertain.

from $1,970.00 /person
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