Tengkoma Peak Climbing

Duration : 14 Nights / 15 Days
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Trip Facts

Group Size 1-10 Persons
Trip Grade Moderate
Accommodation Hotel / Tea House / Camping
Max Height 6215 Metres
Start From Kathmandu
End At Kathmandu
Transportation Airplane, Jeep,Car
Duration 15 Days
Meals included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Days

Best season: March - May, September - November

Trip Highlights

  • Enjoy breathtaking views and the route to the Kanchenjunga Base Camp trek
  • Get up close and personal with the world’s third-highest Himalayas  (8,586 m)
  • Trek from subtropical valleys to rhododendron forests to high alpine meadows
  • Stay with local families and get a glimpse into their rural daily life
  • Keep an eye out for local wildlife, including red panda, yak, blue sheep, and  rare snow leopard
  • Explore approximately 3000 species of alpine flora and fauna.
  • Experience the wilderness of the pristine Kanchenjunga conservation area

Tengkoma Peak is a 6215-meter-tall non-technical peak located just before the Kanchenjunga northern base in Nepal. The Kanchenjunga base camp trek takes 14 days to reach the peak, offering stunning views of Kanchenjunga, Dhormo, Kirat Chuli, Pathibhara, Ramthang Chang, Gimnigela Chuli, Kumbhakarna, Everest, Makalu, and parts of Tibet. The alpine-style peak climbing trip with Mount Adventure Holidays includes a flight to Bhadrapur airport, a Jeep drive to Taplejung, and a trek through the Kanchenjunga conservation area, rich in biodiversity and landscapes. The trip includes storage of climbing gear in the Lhonak village, ensuring a competitive advantage over cost and quality. Tengkoma Peak is a suitable peak for acclimatization during the Kanchenjunga expedition, the Sherpeni Col trek, or the Great Himalayan Trail. It can also be combined with the Kanchenjunga Circuit Trek for an additional 8 days. Climbing the Himalayas offers a package of Tengkoma Peak climbing, including logistics, transportation, accommodation, and a professional mountain guide, at a reasonable price.

The best seasons for trekking and climbing in the Kanchenjunga region are pre-monsoon (spring) and post-monsoon (autumn). During these seasons, the weather is relatively stable and visibility is better, allowing climbers to enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Additionally, it is important to note that climbers should be physically fit and have prior experience in high-altitude trekking before attempting to climb Kanchenjunga. 

Trip Itinerary

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  • 6 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Guest House
  • Car & Flight
  • 1820 m

Early in the morning, we take our flight to Bhadrapur from Kathmandu with the 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 decent upward from Illam for our overnight stay in Taplejung.

  • 5 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Guest Hpuse
  • Jeep
  • 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 River, walking 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 us to the village of Ranipul.

  • 6 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Tea House
  • Walking
  • 2308 m

After breakfast, we head to a series of impressive suspension bridges that leads us back and forth across the Ghunsa Khola to Jaubari, then across another bridge to the narrow trail leading up the steeply-sided slopes to Amjilosa.

  • 6 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Tea House
  • Walking
  • 2730 m

After breakfast, we start our trek along the thickly forested region of dense rhododendron and venerable oak trees, past myriad waterfalls and the scattered villages lying quietly below the mountains in their peaceful valley. Eagles soar lazily above us, yaks graze solemnly in green pastures, and occasional signs of wildlife come into view among the trees or high on the slopes.

  • 7 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Tea House
  • Walking
  • 3595 m

After breakfast, we head towards the Tibetan refugee village of Phalle, and then we explore to tiny Tibetan refugee village and monastery along with lunchtime, making the steady climb to the picturesque town of Ghunsa and its superb view of the surrounding countryside.

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Tea House
  • 3595 m

After breakfast, we explore tiny Ghunsa village and make a local hand made carpet and supports for local people economic rise, designated rest day to help the body acclimate to the high altitude, and Ghunsa is perfectly suited to the task by virtue of its scenic alpine surroundings and points of cultural interest, including the local gompa.

  • 6 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Tea House
  • Walking
  • 4050 m

After Breakfast, we heading to Khambachen along the green forests concede to the frost-browned vegetation of the alpine regions of the Kanchenjunga region as we climb steadily to the upper glacial valleys on our path, with mighty Jannu standing before us in all its glory as we trek through the scenic landscape towards Khambachen.

  • 6 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Tea House
  • Walking
  • 4780 m

Today will be another challenging day and an early start is needed. We will trek through rocky fields and large boulders on the hillside along the riverbank and arrive at a waterfall. We will then cross a bridge to Ramtang monastery. After then we will cross a landslide section which we must pass through at a steady pace before descending to the river and finally arriving at Lhonak. We will stay overnight in Lhonak.

  • 7 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Camping
  • Walking
  • 5500 m

Tengkoma Peak Base Camp, our trail climbs up on top of a rocky ridge and from there we will gradually climb to reach a good camping site at 5500 meters. During our climbing trek, we will have glorious views of the Kanchenjunga Himalaya Range and surrounding high Himalaya valleys. Once we reach our campsite, our climbing sherpa team crew will set up the camp and make necessary checks on our health conditions and climbing gears needed for climbing the summit of Tengkoma Peak.

  • 9 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Camping
  • Walking
  • 6215 m

Early in the morning, we all were desperately waiting for Fully acclimatized and properly equipped we started early with the aim to reach the top of the summit as the strong winds after midday can create obstacles in reaching the summit. Following the footsteps and guidance of our experienced climbing experts, we will overcome several technical sections and head towards the peak summit. Our tiring climb to the summit of Tengkoma Peak is rewarded with magnificent views of Kanchenjunga, Kumbhakarna, Dhormo Peak, Nupchu, Mount Jannu, Nepal, ten Peak, Weds Peak, Makalu, Everest Lhotse, and some other snow-capped Himalaya range. We will spend a short quality time at the summit and then descend following the same route back to the base camp.

  • 7 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Tea House
  • Walking
  • 3475 m

From Lhonak, we will descend all the way to Ghunsa via Tibetan refugee village Phalle. It is the same route we took when we were climbing up

  • 6 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Tea House
  • walking
  • 2308 m

You will continue trekking further from Ghunsa village passing by several Mani walls and monasteries. You will then trek down via Phale and cross the Chhundatangka River. On the way, you will be accompanied by beautiful waterfalls and river streams. After that you will cross the Sumbung River and reach Amjilosa. You will stay overnight in Amjilosa.

  • 7 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Guest House
  • Walking
  • 1270 m

Today is the last day of trekking in the remote area of eastern Nepal. You will trek through the village of Solima and cross the Ghunsa river to the village of Sukathum. You will continue trekking through the terraced farm fields and scattered settlements and reach Ranipul. You will stay overnight in Ranipul.

  • 4 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Guest House
  • Jeep
  • 800 m

Today we will drive through the Taplejung Bazaar with the private jeep/car then we will drive and see Nepali culture and lifestyle and a beautiful cardamom garden with a beautiful rice paddy field. After approx 6 hours of drive, we will reach Illam Bazaar and stay overnight in Illam. After reaching Illam we will do the sightseeing of Illam Bazaar and Illam Bazar is one of the most popular business hubs between India and Nepal. Illam is very famous for its local products like Tea, Cardamom, Ginger, Ghee, chilly, and many other household products.

  • 5 Hrs
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Hotel
  • Jeep & Plane
  • 1400 m

We will drive from Illam to Bhadrapur by private jeep through the tea garden with small towns Kanyam, we can see many scenes of tea garden, Nepali lifestyle and we can buy varieties of tea and local products from Fickal Bazzar/ Kanya. Then we will drive to Bhadrapur airport for our flights and we will fly back to Kathmandu on the same day.

Fixed Departure Dates

07 Sep, 2024 from Kathmandu 31 Jan, 2026 to Kathmandu Duration 15 Days From $ /pers Availability

Cost Includes

  • Airport/ hotel pick up and drop off by private vehicle
  • Hotels in Kathmandu, inclusive of breakfast
  • Three Times Meals during the trek
  • Government licensed, experienced English speaking guide
  • One porter per two people
  • Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff.
  • All government taxes
  • One trekking map per person
  • Kanchenjunga permit and conservation fee
  • Sleeping bags and down jackets for the trek (should be refunded after the trek)
  • Surface transportation
  • First aid kit
  • Domestic flight tickets KTM–BDR/Suketa
  • Fresh fruit during the trek
  • All guesthouse accommodation during the trekking period and North Face, Salewa, Mountain Hardware, or similar tented camp accommodation during the climbing period.
  • High altitude climbing leader (Sherpa guide) licensed by Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA).
  • Well experienced English-speaking assistant guide if the group size exceeds 5+ persons.
  • Group climbing equipment including ropes, ice screws, snow bars, harness, carbine, eight-figure, etc.
  • Tengkoma Peak climbing permit fee.
  • All applicable taxes as per the government rules and regulations.

Cost Excludes

  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Beverage bills, bar bills, and personal expenses
  • Nepal entry visa
  • Tips for guide, porter, and driver
  • Extra day Kathmandu Hotel
  • 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

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, and personal preference) optional
  • 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, TowelsRain coat, Personal medicine kits

FAQ's Before Travel

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.)

We use standard rooms at three-star hotels in Kathmandu with breakfast included. Along the trekking routes, tea houses/lodges generally provide basic clean facilities with a mattress and a quilt or blanket. We can also offer you Mount Adventure Holidays sleeping bags if needed (to be returned after the trip) but it is a good idea to always have your own sleeping equipment. The lodges in trekking routes usually provide single and double rooms, or occasionally a dormitory-style. At times when possible, dining will be around a bonfire. In tea houses, food will be prepared in the kitchen, which you should not enter without permission. The toilet in teahouses provides essential and basic facilities and is always outside the room.

There are several options for acclimation during your 6000m Peak climbing. If you have time we always advise you to attempt some base camp, or viewpoint before starting to climb the trekking peak. Most of the 6,000-meter climbing will have an acclimatization period where you will reach the base camp and the higher camps.

There are two favorable times in a year for climbing the Tengkoma Peak; March to May (Spring) and September to November (Autumn).

At the high camp, we utilize freeze-dried packaged foods. They offer a variety of high-quality flavors and are easy to prepare at altitude. Your personal climbing Sherpa will melt sufficient ice for hot water, tea, coffee, and a variety of juices. At high camp and camp one, it may be possible to fresh food from base camp.

Trip Review

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Tengkoma Peak Climbing

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