Lumba Sumba Pass Trek

Duration : 15 Nights / 16 Days
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  • No. Of Person Per Person
  • 1 $ 2200
  • 2 - 5 $ 2100
  • 6-10 $ 1900
  • 10 & Above $ 1800

Trip Facts

Group Size 1-10 Persons
Trip Grade Basic
Accommodation Hotel / Guest House / Homestay
Max Height 4750 Metres
Start From Kathmandu
End At Kathmandu
Transportation Plane & Bus & Jeep
Duration 16 Days
Meals included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Days

Best season: March-May & September-December

Trip Highlights

  •  Explore remote places of Nepal and discover the local culture
  •  Visit the green tea garden at Ilam and the local cheese factory
  •  Visit the oldest Buddhist monastery, built before 445 Ad
  •  Nepal's far east, there is a magnificent and undiscovered hiking route called the Lumba Sumba Pass Trek. 
  • Crossing the difficult Lumba Sumba Pass, this walk provides a special fusion of adventure, cultural exploration, and nature experience. 
  • An outline of the Lumba Sumba Pass Trek is provided below:
  • Beginning Point,In Nepal's east, the journey often begins in Khandbari or Chichila. 
  • From Kathmandu, these locations are reachable through a mix of air and land travel.
  • The path provides breath-taking vistas of Mount Makalu, the fifth-highest peak in the world, and Mount Kanchenjunga.
  • Places That Are Far Away and Pristine,The Lumba Sumba Pass Trek takes you throug

The Lumba Sumba Trek is a new route in the eastern Himalayan region, featuring Lumba Sumba Peak (5200m) as a major attraction. The route offers stunning landscapes, alpine grasslands, rocky outcrops, dense forests, and low river valleys. Trekkers can encounter wildlife species like the endangered snow leopard and red panda, as well as cultural heritage sites like monasteries, temples, and local festivals. The trek is home to various ethnic groups, including the Limbus, Sherpas, Rai, Gurung, Magars, Newars, and Tamangs. The trek offers breathtaking views of lush green valleys, cascading waterfalls, and pristine alpine lakes. The Lumba Sumba Trek is one of the best treks in the Kanchenjunga and Makalu Himalayas Range, which looks like a Lumba Sumba Trek in the Nepal Himalayas in the Taplejunga and Sangkhuwasasha districts in Nepal.  Explore Treks for trekking information, and while exploring Nepal Himalaya Trekking, we would like to organize the Lumba Sumba tours as per our client's requirements or in a fixed package arranged by us to provide a different experience as compared to others. 

The Lumba Sumba Pass Trek is a unique trekking route in Nepal's eastern region, offering adventure, cultural exploration, and wilderness experiences. Starting from Khandbari or Chichila, the trek offers stunning views of Mount Kanchenjunga and Mount Makalu. The trek takes you through remote and untouched landscapes, including dense forests, alpine meadows, glacial lakes, and picturesque valleys. The main highlight is crossing the Lumba Sumba Pass, which is at an altitude of approximately 5,160 meters (16,929 feet). The region is home to diverse flora and fauna, including rare and endangered species like the red panda and snow leopard. The trek typically takes 20 to 25 days, depending on the itinerary, acclimatization days, and weather conditions. The best time to trek is in the spring (April to May) and autumn (October to November), when the weather is stable and the skies are clear.

Trip Itinerary

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  • 8 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Guest House
  • Plane & Jeep
  • 1820 m

Early in the morning, we take our flight to Bhadrapur from Kathmandu with a scenic view of the Eastern region. After 45 minutes of flight, we reach the Bhardrapur airport then we will take a car/jeep from Bhadrapur for Illam/Taplejunga which will take Approx 8 hours of drive. We will stop in the beautiful tea garden of Illam also known as the garden of Nepal for our lunch. After our Lunch, we will descend upward from Illam for our overnight stay in Taplejung.

  • 5 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Guest House
  • Jeep & Walking
  • 1740 m

Today we will drive after breakfast and head towards the Mitlung/Sinuwa by crossing the small river over the suspension bridge. Then our trail descends down to Tamor Riverwalk through villages and terraced fields. Some irregular villages give us an opportunity to meet local people. Upon arriving at Tamor River, we follow some narrow trails close to the river. Then a gradual uphill trail through the terraced fields and a few houses take to the village of Ranipul.

  • 5 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Guest House
  • Walking
  • 2150 m

After breakfast, the trek runs along the bank of the Tamor River through dense forest that offers good habitat for different wildlife species. We cross a suspension bridge after a walk of about an hour from Lelep then it is an uphill climb through a pine forest for about half an hour until we reach a monastery. From there, the trek gradually descends after about half an hour and we reach Gowatar (1800m) for lunch. Gowatar is a small settlement with a few houses. Near the village, there is a big stone and it is believed that only the religious people can move them. After a walk of around half an hour from Gowatar, we reach a place that offers spectacular views of two waterfalls about 100 meters tall.

  • 5 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Homestay
  • Walking
  • 2525 m

Today the walk is pleasant as it passes through Ulnus and Rhododendron forest for about an hour until we reach a suspension bridge. After crossing the suspension bridge, the trek passes through dense bamboo groves. This place is popular among trekkers as it is the habitat of the red panda. If you are lucky, we might catch sight of the red panda! We reach Maguwa (2435m) for lunch. After lunch, the trail passes through maple and Ulnus forest. There is a big landslide on the way before we reach Selep Kharka(2525m).

  • 6 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Homestay
  • Walking
  • 3210 m

Today we trek along the banks of the Tamor River leading to a place called Jongim, a flat land surrounded by snow-capped hills. After a walk of about 2hrs, we reach a suspension bridge. Then we climb uphill from the suspension bridge and reach Ramite (2685m) for lunch. We continue the ascending walk, then we catch the first glimpse of Olangchung Gola from the waterfall. After a climb of about 40 minutes, we finally reach the camping site.

Olangchung Gola is a beautiful Sherpa village with around 45 houses, a 465 years old monastery with a golden manuscript, and a KCAP office.

  • 7 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Camping
  • Walking
  • 3889 m

The trek from today onwards will pass through complete wilderness. The trek passes through pine and rhododendron forests. After a walk of two and a half hours, we reach a place called Jadak (3630m) for lunch. Then we walk of other valleys towards Lumba Samba for three hours on rhododendron and mixed forests and take us to our camping site at Upper Langmale.

  • 7 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Camping
  • Walking
  • 4750 m

The trek can be interesting today as snow leopards have been sighted numerous times on this trek. The trek runs along the small riverside lies dense rhododendron forest. After a walk of about three hours, we reach Tangchetar (4200m) for lunch.

  • 7 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Camping
  • Walking
  • 4590 m

This would be the most difficult yet most memorable day of this trek. Today the trek will pass through the Lumba Sumba Pass (5200m). It is better to start early as it will be difficult to cross the pass afternoon. After a walk of about four and half hours from Pass Camp, we reach the Lumba Sumba Pass which offers panoramic Himalayan views of eastern Nepal including the Kanchenjunga, Jannu Himal, and Makalu ranges.

  • 6 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Homestay
  • Walking
  • 3500 m

The trek is downhill from Yakkharka as we arrive at civilization after a tiring walk for three days. A walk of about 6 hours takes us to Thudam for the village. Thudam is a small isolated village with around 30 houses Sherpa people.

  • 7 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Camping
  • Walking
  • 2875 m

Today the trek runs along the bank of Chujung Khola. The trail offers a panoramic view of peaks in the Makalu range. On the way, you will see a lot of small bushes and bamboo groves - the best habitat for the red panda. After walking through many ups and downs we reach Kharka for the camp tonight.

  • 6 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Homestay
  • Walking
  • 2230 m

The trail passes through dense rhododendron forest. As there are no villages on the way and also there are numerous side trails. After a walk of about three hours from Kharka, we reach a place called Chaurikharka for lunch. From Chaurikharka, we can clearly see Chyamtang, Arun River. After lunch, the trail heads downhill for about three hours until we reach Arun River. After crossing the suspension bridge over the Arun, the trek is uphill for about an hour until Chyamthang.

  • 7 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Homestay
  • Walking
  • 1560 m

The trail passes through the rhododendron forest from Chyamthang and takes us to Gimber Village for lunch. Gimber Village offers a spectacular view of snowcapped peaks in the Makalu range. From Gimber, the walk is easy and after a trek of about three hours, we reach Hatiya for the night's stay. Hatiya - a small village of Bhote people.

  • 6 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Homestay
  • Walking
  • 1410 m

The trek runs along the banks of the Arun River today. After a walk of about two and a half hours from Hatiya, we reach the confluence of the Arun and Barun rivers. After having lunch near the river confluence, the trek progressed toward Gola - our destination for the day.

  • 7 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Homestay
  • Walking
  • 1800 m

The trek passes through paddy fields we are at the lowlands now. The walk is pleasing as the trail makes a short descent but again makes a short climb. After a walk of about two and half hours from Gola, we reach Pathibhara for lunch. The trail after lunch passes through agricultural land and we can find plenty of water sources and small settlements along the way. We reach Gadhi for our destination of the day.

  • 7 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Guest House
  • Walking & Jeep
  • 400 m

This is the last day of our trek. From Gadhi, the trek is about an hour downhill to the Arun River. After crossing the river, an uphill climb of about 2 hours takes us to the Num village. As Num is linked with a road, we will take a jeep to Tumlingtar. A drive of around 4 hours on a dirt road takes us to Tumlingtar where there is an airstrip.

  • 1 hr
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Hotel
  • Plane
  • 1400 m

After breakfast, we fly back to Kathmandu and then transfer to the hotel. Free afternoon in Kathmandu.

Fixed Departure Dates

30 Nov, 2023 from Kathmandu 30 Nov, 2023 to Kathmandu Duration 16 Days From $ 1800/pers Availability

Cost Includes

  • Pickups and drops from hotels and airports.
  • All necessary paperwork and permits (National park permit, TIMS)
  • All government and local taxes.
  • Necessary insurance for trekking staff
  • Domestic flights Kathmandu – Tumlintar – Kathmandu
  • Guesthouse accommodation during the trek
  • Three Times meals during the trek.
  • All surface transportation to the starting point and from the ending point of the trek
  • An experienced English speaking guide trained by the government of Nepal
  • Sleeping bags and down jackets for the trek (should be refunded after the trek)
  • Hotel in Kathmandu for 2 nights, in twin-sharing room with breakfast
  • A comprehensive medical kit
  • Staff Insurance
  • Trekking Map

Cost Excludes

  • Alcohol, laundry and other personal expenses
  • Travel, accidental/ health insurance (mandatory).
  • Beverage bills, bar bills, and personal expenses
  • International airfare and airport tax and visa fee.
  • Emergency evacuation
  • Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 10 kg of luggage, a cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg)
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
  • Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
  • Tips

Trip Map

Trip Video

Trip Equipments

  • Day pack (25–35 liters)Pack cover
  • Sleeping bag comfortable to -10 to -20 Degree(dependent upon season, weather forecast.
  • Waterproof and comfortable hiking boots
  • Camp shoes (down booties or running shoes)
  • Headlight with extra batteries, Trekking poles
  • Trekking Clothing(3 pair t-shirt,2 pairs trousers or trekking pants,
  • Wicking, quick-dry boxers or briefs (3)
  • Wicking, quick-dry sports bra (for women)
  • Heavyweight long underwear bottoms
  • Mid-weight long underwear bottoms
  • Mid-weight long underwear top
  • Wool or synthetic T-shirts (2)
  • Mid-weight fleece or soft-shell jacket (2)
  • Convertible hiking pants
  • Fleece pants or insulated pants
  • waterproof/windproof jackets
  • Lightweight waterproof/breathable rain pants
  • Mid-weight fleece gloves or wool gloves, Liner gloves
  • Mid-weight fleece/wool winter hat, Sun hat
  • Mid-weight wool or synthetic socks (3 pairs)
  • Liner socks (optional),Sunglasses
  • Sun lotion 35 to 50, Water Bottle
  • Water filter, Slippers, Towels, Raincoat
  • Personal medicine kits

FAQ's Before Travel

The best months to trek in the Kanchenjunga region are from early March to mid-May and from October to late November.

This trip is suitable for average people who are moderately fit, thus no previous experience is required. Some physical fitness programs such as running, swimming, hiking is recommended before you embark on your journey. The best preparation for this trek is bushwalking involving relatively steep ascents and descents. If you can manage a couple of valley floor to ridgeline ascents per comfortable and able to enjoy the trek to the fullest. They are physically strong, sharp-witted, and have an incredibly positive attitude towards a life that we would consider extremely tough. There is something about a trek in the Himalaya that draws you back time and time again. For keen walkers, it is a paradise and even avowed non-walkers find that one foot just seems to follow the other, drawn by the appeal of what lies beyond

YES, you can obtain the visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying USD 30 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying USD 50 and 125 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos.)

Please bring a copy of your travel insurance, a copy of your passport, and 3 photos (passport size) with you for your trip to Nepal. You would need photos for permits.

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