Kanchenjunga West

Kanchenjunga West reaches an elevation of 8,505 meters, forming part of the massive Himalayan range between Nepal and India with steep rocky faces.

The mountain remained largely unexplored until 1955 when the British expedition team established multiple camps for their ascent of the Kanchenjunga massif.

Local Sherpa, Rai, and Limbu communities near the mountain maintain traditional practices regarding climbing permissions and religious ceremonies before expeditions.

Climbers typically begin their journey from Suketar airport, requiring two months of preparation and acclimatization before attempting the technical southeast ridge route.

The mountain features two distinct base camps: the North Base Camp on Kangchenjunga Glacier and the South Base Camp on Yalung Glacier.

Location: Taplejung District

Elevation above the sea: 8,505 m

GPS coordinates: 27.70520,88.13670

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:54