Olangchung Gola Trek

The Olangchung Gola Trek is very rich in natural and cultural heritage. It is located in the Taplejung district in the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area. Olangchung Gola Trek Route is very popular for trekking and hiking. And visit the old and historical Monastery. Also, Yangma Village is just near the Tibet border so it allows visiting there.

This trek starts from Chhiruwa, after a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur, drives to Kanyam, and continues to Chhiruwa. Then, we start our trekking passing through nice and beautiful villages. Like, Lelep, Lungthung, Olangchung Gola, and Yangma are nice villages on this travel. And we have to follow the Tamor River valley.

Visit to Yangma village.

From the gola, we follow the different valleys (Yangma Khola) for a visit to Yangma village. Hike to beautiful Singjema and Samdu Lake. It makes our trek more enjoyable and more adventurous. There is another option to reach Olangchung Gola. You can trek to Kanchenjunga North Base Camp and continue to go Olangchung Gola through the  Nango La Pass 4,795m.

Historical Monastery at Olangchung Gola

Olangchung Gola is a popular tourism destination in eastern Nepal. It is popular through its history, culture, people’s living style, and lifestyle as well as flora and fauna. In Gola there is a very old and historical monastery (about 600 years old); in the monastery, there is a mushroom. Naturally written by “OM MANE PADME HUM” the mantra of Buddhism. It is the main attraction of this monastery. The Yangma village and Olangchung Gola are hidden gems in eastern Nepal.

The Gola and Yangma people are originally from Tibet called BhoTiya. They have Tibetan BhoTiya Culture. They supply their needed things from Tibet carried by Yak. The local people from here are always warm welcoming you with good hospitality.

Olangchung Gola Trek Itinerary

There are several trekking routes to reach Olangchung Gola. Normally, 9 to 12 days will be enough for the Olangchung Gola trek. If you have enough time, you can follow our 18-day itinerary for your Best Kanchenjunga Trek with the Olangchung Gola. You can choose your best itinerary according to your holiday time in Nepal.

Where is the Olangchung Gola Trek located?

This trekking destination is located in the Taplejung district in the eastern part of  Nepal in the Kanchenjunga conservation area. The Kanchenjunga region is famous for trekking routes, Expedition, and peak climbing.

How to reach Olangchung Gola?

This trek starts likewise with the Kanchenjunga north base camp trek. Nowadays, we can drive further than Rani Pul following the Tamor valley and the trek starts from Lungthung then the trek continues to Olangchung Gola and Yangma village. Besides that, you can reach Olangchung Gola via Nango La Pass 4795m after the Kanchenjunga base camp trek but you need a few more days.

Do we need permits for the Olangchung Gola Trek?

Yes, you need two different permits to visit this trek. 1, Kanchenjunga Trek Special Permit. 2, Kanchenjunga Conservation Entry Permit.

How much does the permit cost?

The Kanchenjunga Trek Special Permit Cost is $20 p/p per week for the first 4weeks. KCAP entry permit cost is NRs 2000 p/p per entry. So with these permits, you will allowed to visit this region.

What is the highest point of the Olangchung Gola Trek?

The highest point of this trek is Yangma village 4200m. but if you don’t have time and interest to go Yangma then the highest point is Olangchung gola 3265m. It is a beautiful short trek in the Kanchenjunga Region.

Outline Itinerary

Day 1: Trek preparation, this day is required to make a Kanchenjunga Trek Special Permit with your original passport.

2: Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur and drive to Phidim by Jeep

3: Drive from Phidim to Sekathum

4: Sekathum to Amjilosa

5: Amjilosa to Gyabla

6: Gyabla to Ghunsa

7: Ghunsa to Khambachen

8: Acclimatization Day

9: Khambachen to Lhonak

10: Lhonak to Pangpema back to Lhonak

11: Lhonak to Khambachen to Ghunsa

12: Ghunsa to Yak Kharka (Camping)

13: Yak Kharka to Nangola pass to Lang Jong Kharka (Camping)

14: Langjong Kharka to Olangchung Gola

15: Exploration Day

16: Olangchung Gola to Illa Danda

17: Drive from Illa Danda to Taplejung

18: Drive from Taplejung to Bhadrapur and fly back to Kathmandu.

 Conclusion

In conclusion, We highly recommend this beautiful Olangchung Gola Trek for your holiday in Nepal. If you have enough time, it will be better to do the Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek. Then continue your journey to Olangchung Gola and Yangma village. Feel free to contact us.