The ultimate guide
Kanchenjunga Travel Guide
Everything you need to plan your trek — from weather and permits to cost, itinerary and real trekker tips.
Trekking in Kanchenjunga is one of the longest and remote treks in eastern Nepal. Kanchenjunga circuit trek is widely known as the snow leopard trek.
Our Kanchenjunga travel guides help you to know about the route, possible itineraries, and all practical information to polish up your Kanchenjunga trek experience.
We have also included an online trekking map, packing list, things you should know about this demanding trekking, and obstacles among the trek route along with the trip report and latest possible updates.
Also, check the available food menu, the altitude of places as you go, and any information you need.
Travel Guide
Weather — what to expect by season
Nepal has four distinct trekking seasons. Tap a month for the full guide.
Spring
Mar – MayWarm days, blooming rhododendron forests and clear mornings — the classic season. Afternoon clouds build; nights stay below freezing up high.
Monsoon
Jun – AugDaily rain and lush, quiet valleys. Views come in breaks between clouds — best for rain-shadow regions and true solitude seekers.
Autumn
Sep – NovCrystal-clear skies, stable weather and the sharpest mountain views of the year — peak trekking season on every trail.
Winter
Dec – FebCold, bright and wonderfully quiet. Freezing nights and snow on the high passes, but daytime skies are often flawless.
All Kanchenjunga guides
14 articles, organised by topic.
Costs & permits
More guides
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- Encounter With Dead Snow Leopard In Ghunsa
- Getting There: How To Reach Taplejung From Kathmandu?
- Ghunsa To Cheram In One Day Avoiding Staying In Sele Le Base Camp
- How to Cross Landslide Safely Between Ghunsa And Khambachen
- Kanchenjunga Circuit North To South Trek Report May 2016
- North South Or South North Base Camp
- When Is Best Time Trekking Kanchenjunga?
Preparation
Activities
13 Days
