About Expedition

Kanchenjunga Expedition: An Ultimate Himalayan Adventure

Kanchenjunga, also known as "The Five Treasures of the High Snow," is a stunning mountain that holds sacred significance across several cultures, including Tibet, Sikkim (Bhutia), and Nepal (Rai), where it is believed to be the "abode of God." The mountain is famous for its five major peaks: Kanchenjunga Main, Kanchenjunga West (Yalung Kang), Kanchenjunga Central, Kanchenjunga South, and Kanbachen. Straddling both Nepal and India, it forms the natural boundary between Nepal and Sikkim along the Singalila Ridge.

At Himalayan Adventures, we are proud to offer an expert-led, fully supported 59-day Kanchenjunga Expedition in Nepal. Standing at an impressive height of 8,586 meters (28,169 feet), Mount Kanchenjunga is the third highest peak in the world, following Mount Everest and K2. As a renowned company specializing in Himalayan expeditions, we provide a well-planned route designed for experienced climbers looking for a thrilling challenge.

History of the Kanchenjunga Climb

The first successful ascent of Kanchenjunga was made by British climbers Joe Brown and George Band on May 25, 1956. The following day, Norman Hardie and Tony Streather followed, reaching the summit via the southwest ridge route. For our expedition, we follow the southeast ridge route, considered one of the more accessible routes to the summit.

Climbing Kanchenjunga: Challenges and Requirements

Climbing Kanchenjunga requires advanced technical skills, including wall climbing, rock climbing, and ice climbing. Climbers will face steep, icy, and rocky sections with vertical slopes ranging from 30 to 50 degrees. To prepare for this, climbers need strong physical fitness, mental resilience, and experience in high-altitude climbing conditions. Key sections of the route involve challenging ascents, such as a 35-degree slope leading to the Advance Base Camp, a 30-35 degree slope between Camp 1 and Camp 2, and a 40-45 degree vertical climb before reaching Camp 4.

Our team at Himalayan Adventures provides expert guidance and thorough preparation, but climbers are expected to be well-versed in the Kanchenjunga climbing route, possess the necessary technical skills, and maintain peak physical condition.

Expedition Overview

Your Kanchenjunga Expedition with Himalayan Adventures begins in Kathmandu, followed by a scenic drive to Phidim, a town located in eastern Nepal’s Panchthar district. From there, you'll trek to Tso Glacier Camp, including acclimatization days, before continuing to the Advance Base Camp. After successfully summiting Mount Kanchenjunga, you'll descend to Ilam, a renowned tea-growing region in Nepal, and then return to Kathmandu.

Embark on the journey of a lifetime with Himalayan Adventures and experience the majesty of Kanchenjunga, a peak that continues to captivate adventurers from around the world.