Adventure in the remote north of the world’s third-highest mountain, Mt. Kanchenjunga, near the Tibet border.
Overview
Trekking Mode: Lodge, hotel, and camping
Trekking Grade: Adventurous to demanding (snow conditions possible)
Highest Elevation: 5,160 m (Lumba-Sumba-La Pass)
Duration: 18 days trekking / 22 days total including flights
Season: April–May, September–November
Region: Far North Eastern Nepal Himalaya
Culture: Tibetan Buddhist heritage; Rai, Sherpa, Bhotia communities
Trip Introduction
The Far North Kanchenjunga Trekking is designed for those seeking extreme wilderness and untouched landscapes. Starting in Bhadrapur, a warm town in southeastern Nepal, the journey immediately takes you into the serene mid-hills. From here, trekking ventures into the remote valleys of Lungthang, Holung, and Walungchung-Gola, areas largely unexplored by mainstream travelers.
The trek ascends gradually through verdant alpine forests and high hills, where trekkers experience complete isolation and the untouched Himalayan environment. Along the way, you’ll encounter remote farming villages, meet local communities practicing Tibetan Buddhist traditions, and observe traditional lifestyles maintained for centuries.
The journey peaks at Lumba-Sumba-La Pass (5,160 m), offering sweeping views of the high Himalaya and providing a route into the Makalu region, before concluding with flights from Num and Tumlingtar back to Kathmandu.
This trek is more than walking; it’s a pioneering exploration of virgin areas of Nepal, offering cultural immersion, high-altitude adventure, and unparalleled scenery. After the trekking expedition, a short scenic flight over Arun Valley and Tumlingtar brings you back to Kathmandu, ending the journey with lasting memories of remote Himalayan adventure.
Highlights
- Trek in the least-traveled Far North Eastern Himalaya, from low paddy fields to alpine hills and arctic-like terrain.
- Explore remote villages, pristine forests of rhododendron and pine, and experience local Rai, Sherpa, and Bhotia cultures.
- Cross the high Lumba-Sumba-La Pass (5,160 m) to enter the Makalu region.
- Experience total wilderness and isolation with minimal human habitation.
- Scenic flights, drives, and cultural interactions enrich the trekking adventure.