Destination
Nepal
Region
Kanchenjunga To Makalu Region
Trip Grade
Grade 3: Hard/challenging
Accommodation
Tea House
Total Distance
1050km
Start / End Point
Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Durations
53 Days
Max. Altitude
5177m/16985ft
Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Group Size
above 1 pax
Best Season
March to May/sept to Nove
Activity per day
8 hr
Transportation
Hiking/Drive/flight
Trip Highlights
The highlight of the Great Himalaya Trail (GHT) in the Kanchenjunga to Makalu region is the majestic close-up views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and Mt. Makalu, along with the challenging trekking through remote wilderness, traversing high passes, and encountering rich Rai and Limbu cultural experiences in the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area and Makalu Barun National Park. This section offers pristine, off-the-beaten-path trails for experienced and physically fit trekkers, showcasing a unique blend of immense mountains, lush forests, and vibrant local life.
World-Class Peaks:-Experience breathtaking views of Mt. Kanchenjunga (third-highest) and Mt. Makalu (fifth-highest), two of the world's most awe-inspiring peaks.
Remote Wilderness:-This trek is known for its remoteness and lack of crowds, providing a truly untouched and peaceful trekking experience.
Cultural Immersion:-Interact with the unique cultures of the Rai and Limbu communities in the eastern Himalayas, who live in traditional villages and maintain their distinct lifestyles.
High-Altitude Passes:-Conquer challenging and scenic passes like the Lumba Sumba Pass (though not always part of this specific section, it's in the general area), which adds a significant element of adventure and achievement to the trek.
Biodiversity:-The Kanchenjunga Conservation Area and Makalu Barun National Park are teeming with diverse flora and fauna, offering opportunities to spot wildlife like red pandas and snow leopards.
Diverse Landscapes:-Traverse a varied terrain of deep valleys, lush rhododendron forests, alpine meadows, and glacial landscapes, offering a rich tapestry of natural beauty.
GHT Experience:-This section is considered a vital and rewarding part of the Great Himalaya Trail, offering a challenging yet unforgettable adventure for seasoned trekkers.
The Makalu Base Camp trek is highlighted by spectacular Himalayan views, particularly of Mount Makalu, the world's fifth-highest peak, along with other giants like Everest. It offers a unique blend of rich Sherpa culture and dramatic, untouched natural beauty, including lush forests, alpine meadows, and the pristine Barun Valley within the Makalu Barun National Park. This remote, challenging trek is perfect for adventurous trekkers seeking solitude and a deeper connection with pristine nature, away from crowded trails.
Panoramic Views:-Get stunning, close-up views of the majestic Mount Makalu and other high-altitude peaks such as Everest, Lhotse, and Baruntse.
Barun Valley:-The trek goes through the remote and beautiful Barun Valley, a protected area known for its diverse landscapes, including dramatic cliffs, waterfalls, glaciers, and high alpine meadows.
The main highlights of the Kanchenjunga Base Camp trek include close-up views of Mt. Kanchenjunga, a third-highest mountain, remote and off-the-beaten-path trails, unique cultural experiences in traditional villages, diverse landscapes ranging from subtropical forests to alpine meadows, encounters with rare wildlife such as the elusive red panda, and the sense of tranquility and achievement in a rugged, isolated environment.
Stunning Mountain Views,World's Third-Highest Peak:-The primary highlight is the awe-inspiring view of Mt. Kanchenjunga and its surrounding peaks, including Janu, Kabru, and other giants.
Dramatic Vistas:-You'll witness breathtaking panoramic vistas from various vantage points, especially the northern face of Kanchenjunga from Pangpema (North Base Camp) and the southern face from South Base Camp.
Trip Overview
Nepal/The Great Himalaya Trail (Ght)
Great Himalaya Trail – Kanchenjunga To Makalu Region, 53 Days
Days:53/Difficulty:3 of5 (Moderate to strenuous)/Min Group Size: 1 / Max Group Size: 12
Pricing for Group Size Basis:
All inclusive Trek Price for single trekker; USD 10,200
All inclusive Trek Price for 2 trekkers basis; USD 7,000 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 npvillage@gmail.com
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 blue 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.
Detailed Itinerary
Cost Includes
- Airport Pickup and drop service during both international and domestic flights.
- All necessary trekking permits
- Hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast at 4-star Hotel
- Accommodations during the trek Tented Accommodation with dining, table, chairs, toilet tent
- Meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) during the trek and Tea and Coffee
- Government Licensed and first aid-trained trekking guide and Supporters’ staff, cooks, and porters.
- Salary, food, equipment, and insurance of the trekking Guide and Staff.
- Transportation: Private Jeep (Bhadrapur - Ilam - Sekathum and Num to Tumlingtar)
- Flight From Kathmandu - Bhadrapur, and Tumlingtarr – Kathmandu
- City tour with tour guide private car/Jeep.
- First aid kit with basic medication
- Duffle bag for porter use (1 duffel bag per trekker)
- Luggage storage facility - at our office/hotel
- Sleeping bag and Down Jacket if needed (it is refundable)
- Official expense, all local and government tax and VAT.
Cost Excludes
- International flight tickets and Nepal entry visa
- Travel and health Insurance that covers emergency Rescues and evacuations
- During trekking time personal expenses, snacks, Beer, coke, juice, water, WI-FI, hot shower, battery charging, etc.
- Lunch, Dinner and Extra-night hotel in Kathmandu
- Tips for treks guide and porter (it is appreciated)
