The Eastern side of Nepal is where the third uppermost peak of the world, Mount Kanchenjunga, is situated. The Kanchenjunga region is one of the most spectacular regions of Nepal where Mt. Kanchenjunga is a major attraction. The peak elevates 8,586 meters and stands on the Nepal- Sikki m border.
Trekking to the Kanchenjunga region is a package of the amazing landscape, glacial wilderness, rhododendron forests, and a chance to experience the Himalayan lifestyle. Kanchenjunga region has the largest natural rhododendron forest. While trekking in the Kanchenjunga region we will also get several chances to experience or have a glance at the Himalayan lifestyle and culture. The Kanchenjunga region has a greater diversity in terms of ethnic groups where the Limbus’ are the predominant inhabitants of the region.
Apart from the main peak, Mt. Kanchenjunga, the other four peaks viz. Kanchenjunga West, Kanchenjunga Central, Kanchenjunga South, and Kangbachen are the other few peaks of the Kanchenjunga region. The Kanchenjunga glacier is also an attraction of this region.
Trekking in the Kanchenjunga region is graded as being a moderate one. However, Mt. Kanchenjunga is one of the world’s most challenging peaks to climb.