Side Trip From Khambachen
The Khambachen is a small and beautiful place on the way to Kanchenjunga’s north base camp. There are some beautiful places for your day hikes and a side trip from Khambachen. As well, it lies at 4,146 m above sea level. Some lovely teahouses are waiting for your visit, and they warmly welcome you. If you have time, we highly recommend staying one extra night for your acclimatization day. Especially, you can make your holiday more enjoyable and adventurous with your day hikes from here.
What do tourists like about Khambachen Village?
Khambachen is one of the prettiest places to stop along the Kanchenjunga trail. It is in a quiet, high-altitude place with steep mountain walls all around it. This small Sherpa village is in a wide glacial valley. Hikers can see wonderful views of peaks like Jannu (Kumbhakarna) and the steep ridgelines that lead to Kanchenjunga. With its traditional stone houses, warm hospitality, and quiet alpine setting, Khambachen feels like a hidden Himalayan getaway. Some lovely teahouses are waiting to welcome travelers with warm hospitality in Khambachen.
It is also an important acclimatization village, so many trekkers stop there to rest on their way to higher camps. The area offers rewarding side hikes, like a hike to Janu Viewpoint and a hike to Nupchu Pokhari. There are excellent chances to spot rare wildlife, such as blue sheep and Himalayan birds, as well as to enjoy close-up views of glaciers and dramatic icefalls. For travelers seeking raw natural beauty, serenity, and a genuine Sherpa cultural experience, Khambachen stands out as a memorable and enriching place to explore.
Nupchu Pokhari (Lake): 4,952 m (16,243 ft).
The Nupchu Pokhari, 4,952 m, is a beautiful hiking destination for your side trip from Khambachen. You have to follow the yak trail through Nuchu Khola (River) Valley and continue. This hike needs to start after an early morning breakfast. Your side trip will be perfect with breathtaking mountain views. When you turn your back, you get the mind-blowing views of Janu Himal, Ghabur, and Pholesobi Peak. Moreover, many other snow-capped mountain peaks make your hikes pleasant. You can enjoy the outstanding views of several mountain peaks. Examples of these include Nupchu Peak, the Nagphu and Sarphu ranges, as well as lakes, glaciers, and wildlife. Finally, after 4 to 5 hours of walking, you can reach Nupchu Lake (Pokhari) at 4,952 m. It is a gorgeous glacial lake. There are two lakes (upper and lower). However, it will be difficult for you to hike the lakes due to the high altitude. You can enjoy your journey by meeting many Himalayan yaks along the way.
Janu Viewpoint (Kumbhakarna Base Camp)
Whatever the Janu viewpoint of about 4,600 m is, it is another beautiful destination for your side trip from Khambachen. It is the best place to enjoy the outstanding views of Janu Himal (Kumbhakrna), 7710 m, the Janu Glacier, and several mountain peaks. After breakfast at Khambachen, you can start your day’s hikes. First, you need to cross the Ghunsa Khola, then you can continue walking through the beautiful valley to reach Janu’s viewpoint. The valley view, wildlife, and beautiful mountain views make your side trip more pleasant. You can enjoy the aerial views of this side trip.
Moreover, the Janu viewpoint is also known by another name. It is called Phaktalung (the holy place for the Limbu people), and there is a giant stone. Every person dreams of reaching this place to pray and worship. There is a small temple and one shelter made by the government. Thousands of pilgrims visit this place during the full moon festival in August. It is the best and most beautiful place for a side trip from Khambachen.
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