Pangpema Peak

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Pangpema Peak

The Kanchenjunga North Base Camp trek offers views of sensational snow-capped mountain peaks plus a landscape of subtropical lowlands, rhododendron and alpine forests and spectacular glaciers. Being a strenuous trek it is recommended it should be undertaken with those with some trekking experience and a good level of fitness.

The north face base camp itself is situated at Pangpema (5,100) which is reached by a high track following the moraine of the Kanchenjunga Glacier. Located above the glacier, the base camp offers stunning views of the north face of Kanchenjunga and Yalung Kang, sometimes known as Kanchenjunga West (8,505m). An extra day is spent here to regain stamina for the return trip and take in the glorious views of Mount Kanchenjunga, Janu Himal and other Himalayan peaks.

It is interesting to note that Mount Kanchenjunga is the third highest mountain in the world at 8,586m, and until 1849 it was thought it was the highest, but it now lies just behind Mount Everest (8,848m) and K2 (8,611m). Protected by the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area, and the Sacred Himalayan Landscape initiative of the World WildLife Fund (WWF), there is an abundant variety of wildlife including the elusive snow leopard, the Asian black bear, and red panda, to name just some of the more rare mammals.

Bird lovers may get the chance to see the golden-breasted fulvetta, snow cock and blood pheasant among others. Situated in the far eastern corner of Nepal, and bordering Sikkim in India, and Tibet, the Tibetan Buddhist villages, monasteries and prayer flags add real flavor to the trek.

The mountain is also popularly referred as the ‘queen of mountains’, the Kanchenjunga base camp trek from Nepal, itself makes up a great trekking destination. Especially if you have longed to explore the off-beat regions of Nepal, then the Kanchenjunga region trip definitely won’t fail to amaze you with its unexplored and rustic beauty. The region boasts varied ecological zones, from the subtropical lands to glacial wilderness. However, the mighty Kanchenjunga glacier is the main attraction of this trip.

Less explored by foreign visitors, Kanchenjunga base camp trekking lies shrouded in mystery with high challenging mountain passes and dense rhododendron forests. Apart from the natural aura, you have opportunities to get friendly with native Nepalese communities, explore rich wildlife and see picturesque villages in the high regions with the spectacular mountains on the backdrop.

Route

The trek begins at Taplejung which is a 45 minute flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur, followed by a jeep to Birtamod and then to Taplejung. And from here to Mitlung trek to Tame Thok, Amjilapsa, Gyabla, Ghunsa, Ghunsa, Kambachen. From here you need to trek a high altitude from Kambachen to Lhonak Trek from Lhonak to Pangpema

Looking forward

After a rich Himalayan trekking experience, our Pangpema Peak trip will end at Taplejung.

Nepalgram Adventure is glad to design your Pangpema Peak Climbing trip in Nepal as a complete Nepal travels with our experienced climbing/Trekking guides and expert staff for your satisfaction.

Cost

Land Cost: $4350 (Based on 8+ participants) Full-service camping trek (includes, tents, food, guide, staff, etc.)

International Airfare: Apx. $1800 to Kathmandu (from North America)

Pangpema Peak climbing cost details of Nepalgram Adventure

20 days trekking and climbing programs. Include Lodge, tent accommodations, Breakfasts, Lunch, Dinners, Porters’ High climbing guide & cook.

The price also includes fixed rope, main rope, ice crow, snow bar, ice hammer & all the group gears needed while climbing the peak.

Hotels in Kathmandu as per our itinerary are included. Transport, Climbing permit and insurance is included in the cost for Pangpema peak climbing.

We assure kind hearted and experienced staff who knows how-to trace the route on glacier route, high pass route, and how to fix the rope for ice climbing, and how to climb the Pangpema peak with minimal risk and precisely successful pattern.

Outline Itinerary for Pangpema peak

• Day 1 – Arrival and transfer to hotel.
• Day 2 – Leisure day in Kathmandu and prepare the trek (B)
• Day 3 – Kathmandu to Taplejung (2420m) 17 hrs drive by bus or 1 hr flight and check in Hotel (B)
• Day 4 – Taplejung commence trek to Mitlung (921m) (B, L, D)
• Day 5 – Mitlung trek to Tapethok (1320m) (B, L, D)
• Day 6 – Tapethok to Amjilapsa (2498m) (B, L, D)
• Day 7 – Amjilapsa trek to Gyabla (2725m) (B, L, D)
• Day 8 – Gyabla to Ghunsa (3415m) (B, L, D)
• Day 9 – Acclimatization day in Ghunsa (3,415m) (B, L, D)
• Day 10 – Trek from Ghunsa to Kambachen (4,100m). (B, L, D)
• Day 11 – You need to trek a high altitude from Kambachen to Lhonak (4790m) (B, L, D).
• Day 12 – Trek from Lhonak to Pangpema (5140m) and back to Kambachen (4100m) (B, L, D)
• Day 13 – Trek back from Kambachen to Ghunsa (3415m). A long way downhill is not easy. But starting early morning, you need to trek for 8 hours (B, L, D).
• Day 14 – Trek back from Ghunsa to Amjilapsa (2498m) (B, L, D).
• Day 15 – Trek back from Amjilapsa to Tapethok (1320m) (B, L, D).
• Day 16 – Trek back from Tapethok to Mitlung (921m) (B, L, D).
• Day 17 – You finally arrive at Taplejung (2420m) (B, L, D).
• Day 18: A bus ride from Taplejung to Kathmandu. It will be around 17 hours (921m) (B).
• Day 19 – Free day in Kathmandu for shopping (B)
• Day 20 – Departure to the Airport (B)