Bokta Peak Climbing

Our representative will greet you and your group at the Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) on your arrival. After issuing an on-arrival visa at the airport, you will then move to your hotel for rest and lunch. You will shortly receive a briefing about your daily activities throughout your trip. You can either take the day off or roam around the capital city. Take enough rest as a whole new day is ahead of you.

Highlights

• Transport to the hotel on a private tourist vehicle
• Traditional Nepali dinner and an introduction of the team
• Short briefing about the daily itinerary.

Special Information

Make sure to attend the meeting. We will be providing you information about your insurance and other important things about the trip. If you are running late, please let the hotel reception know about it. You can ask the receptionist or look for a note regarding the meeting place.

On this day, you will take a short tour of the capital city. After breakfast, our representative will greet you in the hall. He/She will brief you about the day and the places you will visit. You will take a private jeep ride to some of the cultural heritage sites listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

You first visit the centuries-old Pashupatinath Temple, which is the biggest Hindu shrine. From here, you will head towards Boudhanath Stupa. This place holds religious importance among Buddhists. After a quick lunch break, you will ride the bus to Swayambhunath Stupa. You can see the whole of Kathmandu Valley from this spot.

Later in the evening, you will roam around Kathmandu Durbar Square. This historical site is the epitome of the architecture of Nepal. While on your way back to the hotel, you can find your way around Thamel. This place is the tourist hub of Kathmandu. You can purchase any climbing gear from Thamel. After returning to your hotel, you will prepare for the climb and pack your stuff.

Highlights

• A visit to Pashupatinath Temple
• A visit to Boudhanath Stupa
• A visit to Swayambhunath Stupa
• Roam around Kathmandu Durbar Square
• Stroll around Thamel
• Prepare for the climb.

Special Information

We recommend that you buy/rent proper hiking gear, such as walking poles, shoes, and other items. If you don’t have the equipment, inform our representative. We will arrange those items for you.

Today, you will board a domestic flight from Kathmandu to Biratnagar to Taplejung. Our representative will greet you at the hotel. Pack your belongings and drive from your hotel to Tribhuvan International Airport. From here, you will board a flight to Suketar. You will reach Suketar–the starting point of the trek in about 35 minutes. You will spend the night in a hotel/lodge at Suketar. Get ready for the trek the following day.

Highlights 

• Board a domestic flight from Kathmandu to Suketar
• Domestic light include

Today is your first day of the trek. Put on your trekking shoes, bring out your gears, and get ready to hit the trail. You will descend from Suketar and move alongside the terraced farmlands. You will soon reach the banks of the Tamur river.

Cross the suspension bridge over the river and continue the main trail. The path will start to elevate gradually. You will soon reach beautiful paddy fields and finally reach the small farming village of Mitlung.

Highlights

• The first day of the trek
• Walk along the farmlands
• Cross Tamur river and climb towards paddy fields
• Overnight stay at Mitlung village
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours

Special Information

This day is the first day of your trek. You will walk around 6 hours to reach the destination for today. Maintain your natural pace, keep yourself hydrated, take periodic breaks, snack, and continue.

After breakfast, you will get back on the main trail. Your destination for today is Chirwa. From Mitlung, the path is uphill for a while and slowly descends to a beautiful and small village of Sinwa. People of this place are always happy to greet any visitor passing by. You can take a short break here.

After a short break, you will pass through Tawa and do an uphill climb towards a suspension bridge at Thiwa. You will keep moving on the uphill trail that slowly flattens as you reach Chirwa for an overnight stay.

Highlights

• Uphill trek towards Sinwa
• Cross a suspension bridge at Thiwa
• Overnight stay at Chirwa village
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours

After leaving Chirwa, the trail will ascend gradually for around half an hour. The valley broadens as you keep moving ahead on the trail. You will now descend to beautiful meadows where you might see local animals grazing. You will need to stop at the park’s registration office for paper works to enter the area. Your guide will take care of it.

After the registration, you will continue down the river bank and cross it over a wooden bridge. The path becomes flat for a while before it descends up to the Tamur river. You will cross the river and follow the path until you reach Sekathum, your resting stop for tonight.

Highlights

• Gradual descend towards the meadows
• Registration at the park’s registration office
• Cross the Tamur river and continue along the main trail
• Overnight stay at Sekathum village
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours

The trek from Sekathum starts to be tough. You will follow the path that narrows down for a while. It is slippery in some places, so be careful. You can use your trekking poles for balance. You will climb up a steep hill and trek downhill as you reach Solima. Cross a wooden bridge. The path is now comparatively easy until you have to cross the river again.

You will make a final uphill climb that transverses until you reach Cyapla. The valley offers many Tibetan tea houses and a good view of surrounding hills and vegetation. You will spend the night in a teahouse at Cyapla.

Highlights

• Steep climb uphill and trek down towards Solima
• Move along the zig-zag trail to arrive Cyapla
• Overnight stay at Cyapla village
• Good view of the surrounding vegetation and valley
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours

Special Information

• The trail is rugged and steep as compared to previous days. Slowly climb uphill and maintain your own pace;
• The path is narrow and slippery in some places. Use your trekking pole ahead of you to keep your balance;
• Take frequent breaks and gain your breath back. You can snack to regain energy. Make sure to stay hydrated.

From Cyapla, the path will lead you through dense forest areas. The lush green aura will freshen your mood, and the sound of the birds chirping brings the place to life. This area has beautiful rhododendron, bamboo, and oak trees. You will continue along the pass and reach a small stone house and reach the river.

From here, the trail is a gradual uphill. You will start noticing typical alpine vegetation and cooler air. You will reach Gyabla, where you can rest and snack. Leave Gyabla and follow the downhill trail to the river bed. Once again, you will pass through the pine forest and arrive at Phole – the Yak herder’s settlement. Keep continuing along the trail until you reach the Sherpa village of Ghunsa.

Highlights

• Walkthrough a densely forested area with rhododendron, bamboo, and oak trees
• Uphill trek to Gyabla
• Experience a gradual change in vegetation
• Continue along a pine forest
• The sight of yak territory
• Overnight stay at Ghunsa village
• Experience Sherpa lifestyle
• Approximate time – 4 to 5 hours

By now, you are above 3000 meters above sea level. To avoid the risk of altitude sickness, you will rest at Ghusa today and acclimate your body. Take ample rest to allow your body to adapt to the changing environment. During the day, you will explore areas around Ghunsa. Stroll around while enjoying the view around the valley. You can go on a short hike up to Lapsan La at 4200 meters, walk through the forest, play games, talk to the locals, and get to know their lifestyle.

Highlights

• Acclimatize your body to reduce/prevent the risk of altitude sickness
• Rest for the day
• Get to know the local lifestyle
• Enjoy a short hike around the area.

Special Information

If you face any sort of difficulty in breathing or are experiencing symptoms of altitude sickness, immediately notify your guide. We have the arrangements of oxygen cylinders and breathing masks. Your guide will also carry some medications to help relieve the symptoms. Do not consume alcoholic drinks at such height as it only increases the risks. Consume plenty of hot water, stay warm, and stay close to the group.

After a full day of rest at Ghunsa, your body will be ready to get back on the trail. You will continue on the trail that connects to the East bank of the river. You will cross a bridge at Rampuk Kharka. Your trek from this point onwards is steep.

You will come across a sacred waterfall before crossing a landslide-prone area. Don’t worry. Your guide will lead with precaution. However, make sure to keep an eye for stone falls while climbing over this area. After a while, you will arrive at Khambachen for your overnight stay.

Highlights

• Get back on the trail that leads to East bank of the river
• Reach Rampuk Kharka for a short break
• The sight of a sacred waterfall along the way
• Overnight stay at Khambachen
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours.

Acclimatize

• Walk around the area
• Talk to the locals
• Drink plenty of warm drinks
• Take proper rest.

Special Information

You will walk past a landslide-prone area today. Your guide will lead you with precaution and safety. Make sure to take proper steps and keep your balance. Also, you need to look out for stone falls while crossing this area. Bear precaution and stay alert.

After leaving Khambachen, you will head along the North bank of the river. The trail is icy and slippery here, so be careful where you take your step. Soon you will cross a bridge and continue uphill climbing to arrive at the grazing area of Ramtang. From here, the path becomes very narrow and loose as you continue to descend the river. Trek for a while, and you will arrive at Lhonak. You will rest here tonight.

Highlights

• Get back on the trail along the North bank of the river
• Pass the grazing area of Ramtang and descend the river
• Overnight stay at Lhonak
• Approximate time – 4 to 5 hours.

After having breakfast, you will trek along the edge of the glacier. You will pass through some rocky portions of the area and a narrow landslide-prone area. You will then head towards Pangpema, which offers a splendid view of Kanchenjunga’s North face, Kurat Chuli. Chang Himal, and other surrounding peaks. The landform in this area is flat and grassy with few porter huts. You will spend the night here at Pangpema in a tea house or a lodge.

Highlights

• Pass through a glacier and rocky sections
• Reach Pang Pema  – a flat and grassy base camp
• Enjoy the view of Kanchenjunga Northside, Chang Himag, Kirat Chuli, and surrounding peaks
• Overnight stay at Pangpema
• Approximate time – 4 hours.

Today, you will trek back to Khambachen. You will climb down the glacier and head towards Lhonak. You will take a short refreshment break here while enjoying the view of Kanchenjunga and other peaks. Further, you will continue along the trail back to Ramtang.

Ramtang is a famous grazing site in this area. If you are lucky enough, you may spot blue sheep finding food in the mountain steeps. Continue along as you come to a bridge after descending for some time. Cross the icy trail and reach Khambachen to spend the night.

Highlights

• Continue along the trail while enjoying the view of Kanchenjunga Northside, Chang Himag, Kirat Chuli, and surrounding peaks
• Reach the river bank and ascend to the grazing area of Ramtang
• Try your luck to spot a blue mountain sheep
• Overnight stay at Khambachen
• Approximate time – 4 hours

Today is a rather easy day as you will descend from Khambachen to Ghunsa. You need to bear precaution when crossing the landslide area as before. The trail will be steep downwards, so you need to keep your balance using your trekking poles. Pass alongside the waterfall and refresh here if you need to. You will reach Rampuk Kharka after some time where you can snack to restore your energy. Finally, after crossing the river, ascend to Ghunsa.

Highlights

• Reach Rampuk Kharka for a short break
• Refreshing sight of a waterfall along the way
• Get back on the trail that leads to East bank of the river
• Overnight stay at Ghunsa
• Approximate time – 4 hours

Special Information

As you will walk past a landslide-prone area today, make sure to take proper steps and keep your balance. Your guide will lead you with precaution and safety. Also, you need to look out for stone falls while crossing this area. Bear precaution and stay alert.

You will leave Ghunsa after having an early breakfast. Follow the trail that will lead you through beautiful settlement areas. You will see a hydro-electricity power plant before ascending into a dense forest area of juniper and rhododendron. Take periodic breaks to gain your breath back. It will also restore your energy. Continue on the main trail to the south side of the ridge. After some time on the trek, you will arrive at Sele La Base Camp.

Highlights

• Follow the trail down to small villages and hydro-electricity power plant
• Walkthrough juniper and rhododendron forest
• Continue along the ridge from the south side
• Overnight stay at Sele La Pass Base Camp
• Approximate time – 5 hours

From Sele La Pass Base Camp, you will continue down the ridge. You will get a magnificent sight of the South Face of Jannu Himal and the East Face of Makalu Himal.

The trail is steep upwards as you head towards the Mirgin La Pass at 4880 meters. Cross the site and take a short descent before climbing up another pass in Sine Lapche La at 4730 meters. You will soon reach Tseram.

Highlights

• View of Makalu East Face and Jannu Himal South Face
• Cross Mirgin La Pass at 4480 meters and Sine Lapcha La Pass at 4730 meters
• Overnight stay at Tseram
• Approximate time – 4 to 5 hours.

From Tseram, the trail passes through marvelous alpine meadows. You will trek over the traversing moraines of Yalung Glacier, where you will get great views of the surrounding snow-capped mountains and serene alpine valleys. After climbing up the hill for a while, you will reach a glacier. From here, continue up to Ramche for an overnight stay.

Highlights

• Walkthrough alpine meadows and lateral moraines of Yalung Glacier
• Marvelous views of snow-capped peaks
• Overnight stay at Ramche
• Approximate time – 4 to 5 hours.

Today, you will take a day off at Ramche for acclimatization. Get proper rest to rid your body from tiredness. Let your body adapt to the changing environment and thinning air. During the day, you will roam around the region up to the viewpoint. You can get a marvelous view of Kanchenjunga from here. Play games, get to know the Sherpa locals’ lifestyle, take a short hike, or rest.

Highlights

• Acclimatize your body
• Roam around the area
• Stunning view of Kanchenjunga range
• Learn the lifestyle of Sherpa ethnicity
• Overnight stay at Ramche.

After having your breakfast, you will follow the trail through alpine vegetation. With the amazing sight of surrounding peaks and valleys, you will soon reach a settlement area. You can rest here for a while. The path gradually ascends over the rocky hill. The trail is often snow-covered here, so be careful where you take your step.

Make use of your crampons and ropes for balance. Hiking at such a height can be tiring, so take rest now and then to restore energy. Climb up the rocky ridge from where you can see your camping site not far away and a great view of Kanchenjunga and surrounding high peaks. You will soon reach Bokta Peak High Camp, your camping spot for tonight. Our crew will set up your camp and check your health conditions.

Highlights

• Walkthrough alpine meadows
• Breathtaking view of surrounding snow-topped mountains
• Ascend over a rocky trail
• Overnight camp stay at Bokta Peak High Camp
• Approximate time – 4 to 5 hours.

You will start your climb from Bokta Peak High Camp from 1 am to 3 am. Starting early at this hour will give you enough time to climb the peak and get a picturesque view before strong winds create any obstruction. Follow the well-defined ridge from High Camp that will lead you up the final snow slope.

The climb is steep and technical from here onwards, so it is going to be difficult. Your guide will fix the ropes and carefully lead you towards the apex of Bokta Peak. You should have your crampons on to avoid slipping accidents.

Keep moving along the trail, and you will soon stand on top of the Bokta Peak. Breathe the fresh mountain air and celebrate your achievement. Enjoy the view of Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586 meters), Mt. Kumbhakarna (7710 meters), Dhormo Peak (6143 meters), Nupchu Peak (6690 meters), and several other mountains.

After making sure that you have caught the best views of the Kanchenjunga range from the height of 6143 meters, you will slowly make your way down to the Bokta Peak Base camp. The trail is tricky, especially when descending, so be careful. You will make multiple stops in between to catch your breath. Bokta Peak Base Camp (5123 meters) is your camping spot for tonight.

Highlights

• Summit the Bokta Peak
• A magical view of the mountain ranges from the height of 6143 meters
• 360 degrees panoramic view of surrounding mountains including Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Kumbhakarna, Dhorpo Peak, Nupchu Peak, and many more
• Approximate time – 7 to 8  hours

Special Information

The view from 6143 meters is fantastic. You can see the Kanchenjunga massif from up here while the clouds soar far beneath you. As mesmerizing as the scenery from up here can be, it is equally risky. Being at such great height for a longer time dramatically induces the symptoms of altitude sickness. Don’t spend much of your time here. Take shots from every angle possible, enjoy the view from every point, and climb down as soon as possible.

On this day, you will decide whether to carry on the descent or spend the day at Bokta Base Camp. After a long and challenging climb the day before, you might need to rest for the day. Take a day off from trekking and spend your day here at the Base Camp. Visit the surrounding area, play games, get to know the locals, and get proper rest.

Highlights

• Acclimatize
• Rest for the day
• Enjoy the natural scenery.

After a successful summit of Bokta Peak, you will begin your descent and retrace your step back to Ramche. You will follow the same path back. The trail is slippery and snow-covered in some sections. Moreover, the steep down trek makes it more difficult. Use ropes, crampons, and trekking poles to keep balance on the track.

Do not hurry your way down. Bear precaution and follow the guidelines of your guide. Make your way through the harsh alpine vegetation. The view of high mountains and valleys will accompany you throughout the trek. After some hours of walking, you will reach Ramche, where you will spend the night.

Highlights

• Walkthrough alpine meadows
• Breathtaking view of surrounding snow-topped mountains
• Descend over a rocky trail
• Overnight camp stay at Ramche
• Approximate time – 4 to 5 hours.

From Ramche, you will continue on the trail after having breakfast. Retrace your steps that gradually descend through the valley. Pass through the densely forested area. You will soon come along the bank of Simbuwa river. Walk along the banks of this river, and you will soon reach Torontang–a village situated beside the banks of Simbuwa river. You will spend the night here.

Highlights

• Descend through the valley and pass through a forested area
• Continue along the bank of Simbuwa river
• Overnight stay at Torontang
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours

After a night stay and early breakfast at Torontang, you will hit the trail. Yambuden is your destination for today. Walk along the bank of Simbuwa River and cross a bridge over it. Follow the path that goes along the left bank of the river that will meet at a gorge.

The path will now rise to a valley and head towards Lasiya Bhanjyang. From here, you will not follow an easy descent to arrive at the river bed. Cross the river and trek for a while. You will reach Yambuden, a small Sherpa village on the bank of the Sumbuwa river. You will spend the night here in a lodge or tea house.

Highlights

• Head along the bank of Simbuwa river
• Pass the gorge and rise to the valley of Lasiya Bhanjyang
• Overnight stay at Yambuden
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours.

After leaving the beautiful Sherpa village of Yambuden, you will follow the main trail that descents towards the West side of Kabeli Khola. Continue on the main trail alongside the river and hike up to a ridge, where you will see many colorful prayer flags and chortens. Now, you will head towards the Limbu village.

Ascend through the terraced rice fields and into a side canyon. Here, you need to cross a suspension bridge and walk towards the village of Phonpe. The trail descends from here onwards and becomes easier. You will pass many cascading waterfalls and small streams to arrive at Telok with Gurung and Limbu inhabited communities.

Highlights

• Climb down towards Kabeli Khola
• Continue on the main trail and pass chortens and prayer flags
• Pass through the terraced rice fields
• Many cascading waterfalls and small streams along the way to Telok
• Overnight stay at Telok.

Get back on the main trail that will lead to the forest area. The trail today comprises many ups and downs as you pass through the Kunjari village and Bhanjyang. You will get magnificent views of Kanchenjunga and Kyabru throughout the trek today. Enter the Kabeli valley and continue the climb through dense rhododendron forest. Finally, you will arrive at Lali Kharka.

Highlights

• Magnificent views of Kyabru and Kanchenjunga
• Pass through rhododendron forest
• Overnight stay at Lali Kharka
• Approximate time – 4 to 5 hours.

This day is the last day of your trek. Today, the trail is easy and flat as compared to other days. You will leave Lali Kharka and follow the trail that passes through rich pastures and small settlements. You will continue the trek through several uphills and downhills as you reach Suketar.

Highlights

• The relatively easy path today
• Pass through rich pastures and settlements
• Uphill and downhill hikes to reach Suketar
• Overnight stay at Suketar
• Approximate time – 3 to 4 hours
• Overnight at Suketar

Today, you will board a domestic flight from Suketar to Kathmandu. The flight will take around 35 minutes. Our representative will greet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transport you back to your hotel in a private tourist bus. You can rest for the day. In the evening, you can roam around the beautiful capital city of Nepal.

Highlights

• Board a flight back to Kathmandu
• Transfer to your hotel
• Rest or roam around the city for the day
• Approximate flight time – around 35 minutes.
• Domestic flight included

You can have the day to roam around the famous corners of Kathmandu. Visit Durbar Squares and learn the historical importance of those places. You can hang around at Thamel in the evening. You can even buy some souvenirs to take back home. When you get to your hotel, pack your belongings.

Highlights

• Roam around Kathmandu Valley.

Make sure that you have packed all of your belongings before you check out from the hotel. Our representative from Nepal Social Treks will drive you to the Tribhuvan International Airport on a tourist bus. From here, you will board the plane back to your home country.

Highlights

• Farewell souvenirs
• Drive to Tribhuvan International Airport
• Sea off by our representative.