Bokta Peak Climbing

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by our correspondent who will assist with your transfer to the hotel. Once checked in, we will arrange a pre-trip meeting where we will brief in short about the trek, answer any queries you have and meet your trekking guide as well. After the short brief, you can relax and spend rest of the day at your leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Free day in Kathmandu for permit preparation, meawhile you can do sightseeing / prepare for trek rest of the day. Stay overnight at hotel.

Note: We will need VISA copy of each guest to make Special Restricted Area Permit of Kanchenjunga from immigration of Nepal to enter inside Kanchenjunga area. Since you get VISA number after arrival in Kathmandu, we keep a reserve day to prepare the permit.

After having breakfast in the hotel, we will drive to Kathmandu airport and fly to Bhadrapur in morning flight around 7-8 A.M. The flight is of 45-minutes from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur.

Another option is flying to Suketar, there are no daily flights to Suketar so in case there is no flight on the scheduled date, the alternative is to fly to Bhadrapur in the morning and then transfer by road to Taplejunj by private vehicle, with an approximate duration of 8 hours.

Upon arrival in Bhadrapur, we will continue our drive to Taplejung (214 km). It takes about 7-8 hours to reach Taplejung. We will drive via good road. During the drive to Taplejung, the scenery changes from flat to lush hills to rocky terrain, which would be a lovely experience. Stay overnight at lodge.

After breakfast, you will start the journey to Sekathum in private local jeep which takes about 4-5 hour drive. You will drive along the off road and on the way you can see terraced farmlands, traditional Limbu and Sherpa villages, and lush forested hills alongside the Tamor River. Stay overnight at lodge.

This day after having breakfast, prepare to head towards Amjilasa which takes about 6 hours of walking.

Today’s trek trial is mainly uphill journey with occasional stone staircases. You will be crossing the dense bamboo, rhododendron forest & beautiful waterfalls along the narrow Ghunsa Khola valley. You will cross suspension bridges as well and pass through remote areas with few human settlements. On the way you can also see settlements of Sherpa community villages. Most of the people living in this area are engaged in agriculture, growing mainly potatoes, wheat and vegetables.

Amjilasa, a small village perched on a hillside, offers stunning views and a peaceful resting point amidst the wild terrain of the Kanchenjunga region. Stay overnight at lodge.

This day after having breakfast, you will head towards Gyabla which takes about 6 hours.

Today’s trek begins by walking straight trial for about 2 hours and then zig zag downhill trial till Thyangyan village. Again, from here you will start walking uphill and straight trial along the densely forested area with mature oak and dense rhododendron trees. As you gently trek in the direction of Gyabla, eagles soar lazily above us, yaks graze solemnly in lush meadows, and occasionally, indications of animals can be seen among the trees or high on the hills. Gyabla has small village settlement of Tibetan & Sherpa community. Stay overnight at basic lodge.

This day after having breakfast, you will head towards Ghunsa which takes about 7 hours of walking. This day you have to walk about 3 hours through an uphill trail and again walk another 1 hour of long stretch smooth trial to reach the village named Phale. On the way you will go through dense and varied forests, meeting people of Tibetan origin in the village of Phale having the opportunity to see their unique culture and traditions.

You will have lunch & rest for a while in Phale village. After lunch, walking straight trail and crossing two iron bridge and in another 2 hours you will reach Ghunsa.

Ghunsa village is the largest settlement of Tibetan and Sherpa people with a health post, police station and an office belonging to the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area people. There are also better facilities at the teahouses, including internet access.

This day after having breakfast, you will head towards Khambachan which takes about 5 hours.

You will walk mainly through uphill trails following Ghunsa Khola, passing through the alpine forest, beautiful waterfalls. On the way you can see small mani walls, prayer flags and landscape gradually changing to more rugged & glacial landscapes. Today you will have the glance of beautiful mountains like: Khumbakarna Himal, Nupchu Himal, Chang Himal and many other mountains.

Khambachen is a small settlement nestled in a broad valley, offering incredible mountain vistas and serving as an ideal spot for acclimatization before heading higher.

Overnight at teahouse.

To prepare our body for higher altitude, today day you will stay in Khambachen. Today for better acclimatization you can hike to Kumbakarna Base Camp which takes about 3 hours uphill trail.

From the top, you can see beautiful view of Kumbakarna Himal and many more Himalayas. After enjoying the view, descend back to teahouse which takes about 1.5 hours.

This day after having breakfast, we will head towards Lhonak which takes about 5 hours of walking.

Today’s trek you will ascends gradually through rugged, rocky trails and glacial moraines alongside the Kanchenjunga Glacier, revealing stark yet breathtaking high-altitude scenery. Along the way, you’ll cross Ramtang, once used as a yak grazing area, now a scenic viewpoint for majestic peaks like Mera Peak, Kirat Chuli, and Nepal Peak. On the way we will also get to see blue sheep as well. Lhonak itself is a secluded, windswept plateau with minimal accommodations, acting as the last overnight stop before continuing toward Kanchenjunga North Base Camp. Accommodation at teahouse.

Today is the most important day of the trek! Today after having breakfast, you will head towards the ultimate destination, Kanchenjunga Base Camp – known as Pang Pema which takes about 3.5 hours of walking.

Walking via a rocky and uphill trail along the lateral moraine of the Kanchenjunga Glacier. On the way you can see massive glaciers, on the right side of your path can also see Mount Kanchenjunga (8586 m)—the world’s third-highest peak, Mount Pathivara, Mount YalungKang, Nepal Peak, Twin Peak, Bokta Peak, Tent Peak and many other Himalayas. As you are inside Kanchenjunga National Park, we can also see wild animals such as blue sheep, some species of birds. There is very basic tea house accommodation in Kanchenjuna Base Camp.

After exploring the base camp, return back with beautiful views & warm mermories to Lhonak, which takes about 2 hours.

This day after having breakfast, begin the trek towards Ghunsa via Khambachan which takes about 6 to 7 hours of walking.

You will begin the trek by descending downhill along the Tamur River valley along a smooth path through the pine forest. On the way you can see blue sheep, large waterfalls, some species of birds and other animals grazing in the fields. You can again have good views of Mount Kanchenjunga (8586m), Mount Pathivara, Mount Yalung Kang, Nepal Peak, Twin Peak, Tent Peak and many others Himalayas. Overnight at tea house.

This day after having breakfast, begin the trek towards Selele Phedi which takes about 5-6 hours of walking steady uphill along the dense forest.

Begin the trek with uphill trail from Ghunsa through the rhododendron & pine forests and then cross Sele La Pass (4290 m). From the pass you can see amazing views of Mount Makalu, Mount Barunche and many other mountains of eastern Nepal. Today you have a good chance to spot wildlife like Himalayan monals or blue sheep. Stay overnight at tea house.

We will wake up early in the morning around 5 A.M. to begin the trek towards Tseram which takes about 7 hours of walking. Today is one of the most challenging and adventurous day of the Kanchenjunga Circuit trekking as you will cross 3 passes: Sele Pass (4290 m), Sinion Pass (4440 m) and Mirgin Pass (4480 m) and crossing Sinelapche Bhanjyang (4664 m) you reach Tseram.

Today’s walk will be in the rocky, alpine terrain with mix of ascending uphill and downhill trial. On the way between Mirgin Pass and Tseram you can see the most amazing views of Talung Peak, Kabru Peak, Kabru North, Kabru South and Sharphru Center, crossing through small pine forests. Also, you see panoramic views of Yalung Glacier & Kanchenjunga’s South Face.

After enjoying the view from the passes, taking pictures and celebrating the success of the trek, descend through yak pastures and alpine meadows into the lush valley leading to Tseram. Overnight at lodge.

This day after having breakfast, begin the trek towards Ramche which takes about 5 hours of walking.

Today’s walk will be through the wide Yalung Valley from where you can see mesmerizing views of Yalung Glacier, Kabru, Rathong, and Kanchenjunga South Face. On the way you will pass through Lapsang (4432 m). The terrain becomes barren and glacial with sparse vegetation as you get close to reaching Ramche. Overnight at lodge.

Today is another exciting day of the trek where you get to hike to second base camp of Kanchenjunga Trekking, which is Yalung Base Camp.

Early morning you begin the hike to Yalung Base Camp via Oktang View Point (4730 m) which takes about 7-8 hours (round trip). The hike will be uphill trial along the lateral moraine of Yalung Glacier.

After 2 hours of hike, you reach Oktang View point from where you can see breathtaking 360 views of Kangchenjunga Range: Kanchenjunga (8586 m), Yalung Kang (8505m), Kanbachen Peak (7903 m), Khambachen South (7532 m), Kumbhakarna (Jannu-7711 m), and many unnamed virgin Himalayas. You also get to see Yalung Glacier from the view point. After enjoying the view, continue gradually to Yalung Base Camp (5,400 m) thorugh a rocky and windswept area. After spending some time and enjoying the Himalayan scenery, taking pictures, celebration the success to second base camp begin to descend back to Ramche. Overnight at lodge.

Today, leaving the rocky alpine terrain of Ramche and hike toward the stunning Yalung Glacier, located at an elevation of 4886 meters. The trail offers awe-inspiring views of the surrounding peaks, including the south face of Kanchenjunga. As you approach the glacier, the landscape becomes more rugged and icy. Overnight at tented camp.

After breakfast at the glacier camp, prepare to begin gradual ascent toward Bokta Peak Base Camp. The route involves traversing moraine fields, rocky ridges, and occasional snowy sections, offering close-up views of Bokta Peak and the surrounding Himalayan giants. The high alpine environment is stark yet stunning, with panoramic mountain vistas unfolding at every turn. Overnight at tented camp.

Today,  prepare to ascend from Bokta Base Camp to High Camp, situated at an elevation of 5573 meters. The route climbs steadily over rocky and icy terrain, requiring caution as we gain altitude. Though the distance is not long, the thin air and rugged path make the climb physically demanding. Stay overnight at tented camp.

Today is the most important day of Bokta Peak Climbing & Expedition. 

Summit day begins early, often before dawn (around 2-3 AM), to take advantage of stable morning weather. The climb to the summit of Bokta Peak (6143m) is technical and demanding, involving steep snow and ice slopes, crevasses, and the use of fixed ropes. With headlamps lighting the way, you make a steady, focused ascent toward the top. From the summit, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking 360-degree views of Kanchenjunga, Yalung Kang, Jannu, and the remote ridgelines of eastern Nepal. After spending a short time at the summit, you carefully descend back to High Camp and continue to Base Camp for a well-deserved rest. Overnight at tented camp. 

After the successful summit to Bokta Peak, prepare to begin the descent from Base Camp back to Ramche. The trail retraces our steps through glacial moraines and rocky ridges, gradually descending to more stable terrain. As you lose altitude, the air becomes denser and breathing easier. Overnight at tented camp. 

This day in the morning after having having breakfast in the lodge begin to descend towards Tortang through the same trial. It takes about 7 hours to reach Tortang. You will trek along the forest trial and alongside of Simbuwa khola (river). Overnight at local tea house.

This day, after breakfast, prepare to head towards Sekathum, with an approximate duration of 09 - 10 hours of walking. Today's walk will be through the dense forest to reach Sekathum. Overnight in lodge.

This day after having breakfast you drive to Taplejung through the same way which takes about 4-5 hours. After having lunch in Taplejung drive towards Ilam, one of the beautiful village with tea state. Total drive will be of 7-8 hours till Ilam.

Ilam, is a peaceful & beautiful hill district in eastern Nepal, popular for its beautiful tea gardens, green hills, pleasant and cool climate. It boasts rich biodiversity, with dense forests, flowing rivers, and vibrant flora that make it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts. Ilam of Nepal is home to ethnic communities like the Limbu and Rai; the locals are known for their hospitality and deep cultural heritage. During the free day we can explore around Shree Antu Danda for breathtaking sunrises over Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mai Pokhari, a serene spiritual and ecological site, and the scenic tea plantations that blanket the landscape and Kanyam, picturesque hill station in Ilam, Nepal. Stay overnight at lodge / hotel.

Today, bid farwell to Eastern Nepal with warm memories of Bokta Peak Climbing. 

This day after having breakfast, you will drive to Bhadrapur which takes about 2.5 hours and then fly back to Kathmandu. Rest day after arrival in Kathmandu. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

This day will be free day in Kathmandu for spa / massage / UNESCO World Heritage sightseeing / Everest panoramic mountain flight of 1 hour to see beautiful views of Everest range and so on..

• Boudhanath: One of the largest stupas in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Pashupatinath: A sacred Hindu temple complex on the banks of the Bagmati River.
• Bhaktapur Durbar Square: One of the major heritage sites with unique architect, ancient monastery, ethnic Newari culture and heritage.

Stay overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Enjoy your last day in Kathmandu before departure. At your scheduled departure time, our correspondent will pick you up from the hotel, transfer you to the airport, and bid you farewell with warm hearts.