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Lumba Sumba Pass Trek

The adventure into the remote and the least visited region in eastern Nepal.

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An amazing view of mount Kanchenjunga and Kumbhakarna is pictured near the top of Lumba Sumba pass.
An amazing view of mount Kanchenjunga and Kumbhakarna is pictured near the top of Lumba Sumba pass.
Olangchung Gola is one of the biggest and last village before crossing the Lumba Sumba pass.
Olangchung Gola is one of the biggest and last village before crossing the Lumba Sumba pass.
Diki Choling Gompa is supposed to be around 465 years old.
visited Diki Choling Gompa During the Lumba Sumba pass trek which is supposed to be around 465 years old.
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Lumba Sumba pass Trek is in the Kanchenjunga conservation area and Makalu Barun national park in Nepal’s Eastern Himalaya. Lumba Sumba pass is in a remote and isolated region where you can experience spectacular mountain adventures unlike anywhere in Nepal. 

This region is filled with natural beauty, traditional ethnic villages, alpine grasslands, rivers, waterfalls, and unparalleled snow-capped mountain views including the 3rd highest peak, Mount Kanchenjunga, and the 5th highest peak, Mount Makalu.

Doing this trek, you can marvel at exploring rarely visited virgin areas, villages of local inhabitants such as Sherpa Rai and Limbu, Chettri ethnic group with their amazing culture, traditions, and way of life.

Lumba Sumba pass is 5,177 meters above sea level linking Kanchenjunga Region to Makalu Region to the southwest. This new trek was just opened in 2012 as a restricted area that requires a special permit for visiting. The trek is ideal for those who are looking for a new adventurous and least trekked route in Nepal.

So, be it in the wild remote region of Kanchenjunga and Makalu and enjoy our adventurous 22 days Lumba Sumba pass trek itinerary designed at best.

Our arrangement for this trek is based on camping and carrying all the daily supplies for trekking ourselves, however, we also can arrange a Basic teahouse trek (available mountain lodges or homestay) which will reduce the trek cost significantly so, please inquire about that if you be interested.

Lumba Sumba pass trek route

The trek begins from Taplejung to Mitlung(909m) on your first-day trek and continues to Chiruwa (1246m), Lelep (1687m), and Ila danda (2051m) for the second, third and fourth night.

The trek enters the remote region of the trek which goes to Selep Kharka(2525m) and to Olangchun Gola(3208m) relatively. An extra day takes place at Olangchung Gola for acclimatization before heading to the higher region of the trek.

After this trek heads to the higher region of upper Langmale(3893m) and to Pass camp (4747m) before the Lumba Sumba pass(5177m). The next day the trek goes to the Lumba Sumba and descends down to the rural place of Chauri Kharka(4594m) for the night. And the trek continues down to Thudam(3571m), Yak Kharka(2877m), and Chyamthang(2229m) relatively.

After that the trek still continues down to the lower region of Hatiya (1595), Gola (1128m), Hedanga Gadi (1179m), and finally to Tumlingtar (1022m) via Num. and next day we take a flight from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu to finish our trip.

How to Get to the trailhead of Lumba Sumba pass?

The easy way to get to the trailhead of the Lumba Sumba pass trekking is to fly to Suketar airport(2420m) but there is no daily flight operation to this airport unless you charter the flight. Or you wait until the flight takes place, so it is suitable for those only with flexible time.

The best way to get there is taking a 45-minute flight to Bhadrapur in the Jhapa district which is available on a daily basis. Then drive to Taplejung taking a jeep ride which takes about 8-9 hours and this goes through the beautiful hilly region of Ilam famous for tea estate which helps to add up more scenery for your trip

 

Highlights

  • An Interesting sightseeing tour in Kathmandu.
  • Scenic flight to Bhadrapur and scenic drive to Taplejung through the beautiful hilly region of Ilam.
  • the untouched natural beauty of the Kanchenjunga and Makalu region.
  • Culture and hostility of Rai, Limbu, and Sherpa ethnic groups residing in the region.
  • Stunning view of the mountains in the region includes 3rd highest Mount Kanchenjunga and 5th highest Mount Makalu. 
  • typical countryside villages, rivers, and jungles.
  • Beautiful scenery of Arun Valley.

Itinerary

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Day 1:Your arrival in Kathmandu.
  • Accommodation Comfort Hotel.
  • Time30 minutes
  • Maximum Altitude1350m/4429ft

Pick up from the airport on your arrival in Kathmandu and take you to check into the hotel where you can take a rest. thereafter we have a meeting where we give you a brief about your trip and inquire about your preparation for the trek.

Day 2:Tour in Kathmandu city.
  • Accommodation Comfort Hotel.
  • MealsBreakfast.
  • Time4 hours
  • Maximum Altitude1350m/4429ft

Today our city guide takes you around Kathmandu city for a historical and cultural tour where you get to visit UNESCO world heritage sites. meanwhile, we arrange the special permit today for your trek.

Day 3:Fly to Bhadrapur and drive to Taplejung (1820m) 45 minutes' flight.
  • Accommodation Lodge
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time45 minutes flight, 8-10 hours drive.
  • Maximum Altitude1820m/5971ft

We catch a flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur airport which takes about 45 minutes. In the meantime, you can enjoy different mountain regions of Nepal throughout the flight.

After arriving at Bhadrapur airport we take a jeep ride that goes through the hilly region of the Ilam tea estate providing an amazing view. 

Day 4:Trek to Mitlung.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time5 hours
  • Maximum Altitude1100m/3608ft

The day one trek is mostly an easy walk. For that our trek descends mostly all the way and eventually we cross the suspension bridge. In the meantime, we will be passing through a lovely cardamom plantation on the way. After the bridge, a short walk takes you to "Tawa Gaun" where we stop for lunch.

Leaving Tawa Gaun our trek now goes mostly ups and downs and along the Tamor river takes you to Mitlung in around two hours' walk. Mitlung is a small village with around 20 households. Overnight at Mitlung.

Day 5:Trek to Chiruwa.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time5-6 hours
  • Maximum Altitude1246m/4088ft

The first leg of our easy morning walk goes to "Phurumbu" along the Tamor River and the trail climbs up to about half an hour to "Chautara" then it descends gradually to "Siwa bazaar" which is a small local marketplace with a police station. So we stop for lunch here.

Living Siwa bazaar, our trek still goes along the Tamor river to "Tawa village" from where our trek climbs uphill all the way to "Phewa village" which has the "Kanchenjunga conservation area project" entrance gate. Then the trek goes gradually down to our night camp of Chiruwa which takes about 40 minutes to reach. Overnight at Chiruwa

Day 6:Trekking to Lelep.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time6 hours
  • Maximum Altitude1687m/5534.777

The trekking begins with passing a big rock that is sacred to locals. The trek goes along the Tamor River and we come across the landslide and rockfall areas where we have to watch out carefully while crossing this section. Trek continues to Taplethok(1380m) through beautiful cardamom gardens and green forest where we stop for lunch.

Leaving Taplethok our trek goes easy for about an hour until we reach "Phembu". then after it's all climbing uphill all the way to Lelep where we spend our night. Lelep is the place with the "Kanchenjunga conservation area project" headquarter, police station and grocery shops, and guesthouse. Overnight at Lelep.

Day 7:Trekking to Ila Danda.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time5 hours
  • Maximum Altitude2051m/6729ft

The first leg of our morning trek takes you to "Gowater"(1805) where you can find a few Sherpa houses which take about two and half hours, where we take lunch. Leaving Gowater, the trek goes through a beautiful forest and you come across a stunning 18 meters long waterfall which is called "Phedi Jharana".

The trek goes uphill for about 2 hours to reach "Ila Danda" which is our station for the night. Overnight at Ila danda.

Day 8:Trekking to Selep Kharka.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfas, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time6 hours
  • Maximum Altitude2525m/8284ft

Today's walk is entering the more remote region of Kanchenjunga. The trek goes through bamboo and Alnus trees via "Kisongma" and "Tarthong" and takes you to Meguwa which takes about three and half an hour. We have lunch at Meguwa.

After lunch, our trek goes through scree slopes and to a meadow of Selep Kharka for the night which takes about 2 hours. Selep Kharka has no settlements so we are in complete nature by ourselves. Overnight at Selep.

Day 9:Trekking to Olangchung Gola.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time7-8 hours
  • Maximum Altitude3208m/10524ft

Our trek into the remote region goes to the last settlement of Olangchung Gola before being in the Kanchenjunga region of the Lumba Sumba pass trek. For that our first leg of today's trek goes to Ramite (2685m) in the forest camp where we take our lunch which takes about 3 and half hours to reach. Then it's another half-hour trek that takes you to Olangchung Gola for the night.

Olangchung Gola is a relatively bigger village of Sherpa with about 45 households which has a "Kanchenjunga conservation area project" office, police station, and primary school.

This village has "Diki Choling Gompa" which is the main attraction of the village where you can observe ancient art and gold-written manuscripts. This monastery is about 465 years old and is supposed to be the second oldest monastery in Asia.

Day 10:Acclimatization before the Lumba Sumba pass
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time2 hours
  • Maximum Altitude3208m/10524ft

On our acclimatization day, we hike on the hill and explore the village and the monastery. Afternoon free time.

Day 11:Trek up to Upper Langmale.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time6 hours
  • Maximum Altitude3893m/12772ft

Today our trek goes to the more remote region of Kanchenjunga to "Jadak" for our lunch which is at the elevation of 3596 meters above sea level and takes about 3 hours.

Leaving Jadak it's another 3 hours of the climb to our night camp at upper Langmale for the night. On today's walk, you have a better chance of encountering wildlife like Himalayan Thar or even snow leopard if you are lucky enough!

Day 12:Reach the Pass camp.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time7 hours
  • Maximum Altitude4747m/15574ft

Our trek starts off with walking along the stream of the Tamor River and takes you to "Yangetar"(4200m) for lunch camp. After lunch, the trek continues up to "Pass camp" inclining another 500 meters. Pass camp is the last camp before Lumba Sumba pass. overnight at pass camp.

Day 13:Trek over the Lumba Sumba pass and trek down to Yak Kharka.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time7 hours
  • Maximum Altitude4595m/15075ft

We start our trek early today as it might get windy in the afternoon on the top. So our trek climbs up to Lumba Sumba Peak (5177m) which is the highest point of the Lumba Sumba trek.

It takes about 3 hours to reach and from there you can see breathtaking views of Mount Kanchenjunga, Mount Makalu, and surrounding mountains.

Just after the pass we are out of the Kanchenjunga trek and enter into the Sankhuwasabha district of the Makalu region. trek descends through moraine and to yak Kharka for the night.

Day 14:Descent to Thudam.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time7 hours
  • Maximum Altitude3570m/11713ft

Today our trek descends long to the small village of Thudam for the night. This village has about 25 households. The ethnic group living here is from Tibetan migrants long ago. Their main occupation is selling medicinal herbs and timber to Tibet. For this day we take lunch in between.

Day 15:Trek Down to Yak Kharka
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time6 hours
  • Maximum Altitude2877m/9439ft

Today our trek goes through a dense forest of rhododendron and bamboo to a rustic place of yak Kharka for the night overnight at yak Kharka.

Day 16:Descend to Chyamtang.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time6 hours
  • Maximum Altitude2229m/7313ft

Our morning walk still goes through the forests and stops for lunch at "Chauri Kharka '' which takes about 3 hours. After lunch, another 3-hour walk takes you to another Sherpa village of Chyamtang for the night. This village has about 25 households with local farmlands. Overnight at Chyamtang.

Day 17:Trekking to Hatiya.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time6 hours
  • Maximum Altitude1595m/5233ft

The trek goes to "Gimber village" for lunch which takes about 3 hours. This morning's walk passes through several local villages and in the meantime you can enjoy the Makalu range. Then another 3 hours walk takes you to Hatiya which is also the entry point for "Makalu national park".

Day 18:Trekking to Gola.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time5 hours
  • Maximum Altitude1128m/3701ft

Today a pleasant trek through the forest and along the Arun river takes you to "Barun Dovan" for lunch where two rivers "Arun and Barun" meet.

Hereafter it takes another two and half hours to reach Gola village with about 45 households. This place is also a local business hub where local people from around the hill come for shopping. Overnight at Gola.

Day 19:Trekking to Hedanga Gadi.
  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time6 hours
  • Maximum Altitude1179m/3868ft

Today is an easy walk to our night camp as it doesn't consist of much up and down. Our morning trek goes along the Arun river and stops at the small village of "Pativara" which takes two and half hours to reach.

After lunch, our trek passes mostly through local terrace fields and it takes about 3 hours to reach our night camp at Hedanga Gadi.

Gadi means "fort" in the Nepali language where Nepal had fought with Tibetans back in history. This place has a school, a police station along with some shops.

Day 20:Trek To Num Bazaar and drive to Tumlingtar.
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Time3 hours walk, then 4 hours drive.
  • Maximum Altitude401m/1315ft

In the Morning our trek goes downhill to the Arun river (870m) then after crossing the suspension bridge over the river our trek climbs uphill all the way to Num which takes a total of two and half hours.

Num is a big place with shops and a lodge. After reaching Num we have a jeep ride for about 4 hours to reach Tumlingtar via Khandbari. Overnight in Tumlingtar.

Day 21:Fly Back to Kathmandu.
  • Accommodation Comfort Hotel.
  • MealsBreakfast.
  • Time45 minutes
  • Maximum Altitude1350m/4429ft

We will fly back to Kathmandu from Tumlingtar and take you to the Kathmandu hotel for the rest. in the evening we take you to a farewell dinner where you can enjoy Nepal's typical dances and food.

Day 22:Your Final Departure
  • MealsBreakfast.

On this day our representative takes you to Kathmandu airport to see you off for the final departure.

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Cost Details

Included

  • The airport picks up and drops off by the private vehicle.
  • Hotel in Kathmandu for three nights
  • Sightseeing around Kathmandu.
  • Private vehicle for sightseeing.
  • Tour guide for sightseeing.
  • Domestic flight Kathmandu to Bhadrapur and Tumlingtar to Kathmandu.
  • Ground transportation Bhadrapur to Taplejung and Num Bazaar to Tumlingtar.
  • All night accommodation in the lodges (wherever available) and in tents (if lodge not available) during the trek on twin sharing basis (please inquire if you need private accommodation)
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cup of tea or coffee during the trip.
  • All required permits for trekking.
  • Licensed Guide and strong porter (we send extra porters and required staff for carrying all supplies for camping to remote areas)
  • Accommodation, food, salary, and insurance for guide and porter.
  • Farewell dinner at the end of the trip.
  • All government taxes

Excluded

  • Entrance fees while visiting UNESCO world heritage sites during sightseeing in Kathmandu.
  • Your trekking insurances and evacuation in an emergency.
  • Hard drinks, cold drinks, and bottled water.
  • Wi-Fi, hot showers, battery charging, and personal expenses.
  • Gratitude for guide and porters.
  • All those things that are not mentioned above in included section.

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What are the Required Permits and fees for the Lumba Sumba pass trek?

You need to require three types of permits to trek to Lumba Sumba, the first one is the “Kanchenjunga conservation area entrance fee" which costs 3000 rupees per head.

Lumba Sumba pass lies in a remote region of Nepal which has special features of the landscape and ethnic group of which it is listed in "restricted trekking area" so, to trek to Lumba Sumba pass you need "special trekking permit". This permit costs $20USD for a week per person.

After the pass, the Lumba Sumba trek goes into Makalu Barun national park so you also need to acquire permits for that which cost 3000 rupees per head.

Best Time of year to do the Lumba Sumba pass trek

  • The Spring season (March, April, and May) is the best time of year.
  • The Autumn season( September, October, and November) is the second good season for this trek.

Regulation and safety for Lumba Sumba

  • As this trek passes through a restricted area which means you need to acquire permits only through a registered trekking agency as well as you need to be at least two people to do this trek.
  • You only can do this trek accompanied by a government-authorized licensed guide.
  • If you are doing any kind of documentary, movie, or flying drone you need to acquire special permission from the government of Nepal.
  • While trekking in this area you have to come across landslides, rockfalls,s, and scree slopes areas so you need to watch out as there are chances of getting hurt by rockfall or something.
  • This trek is very beautiful but it is the least trekked and some days there are no precise directions to go or some other sub-path links to other places so, make sure you walk along with your guide for your safety.
  • This wild region is also full of wildlife so stop before it gets dark for your safety.

Accessories lists for Lumba Sumba pass trek

Although it differs on each individual choices and interests. However, we advise you to bring sufficient and warm enough clothes fit for much colder weather as mountain weather is always unpredictable and especially for the Lumba Sumba pass trekking.

for a reminder, you can buy all these gears in Kathmandu as well.

Duffel bag

You need a duffel bag that is supposed to be waterproof with a strap along with a TSA lock. In your duffel bag, you keep all the clothes and essential gear while trekking. And this will be carried by our porter. Regarding the size, you can choose from 100 liters to 140 liters duffel as this size all you to fit most of the things you need for trekking.

Sleeping bag

It is the most important piece of equipment for trekking and climbing. Normally the smaller and lighter the size, the more expensive it is. Regarding the warmth of sleeping bags, down sleeping bags are warmer than synthetic ones. You need to bring a sleeping bag that rates up to -20c and a liner just in case it feels colder.

Daypack bag

It’s a daypack bag that you carry while waking where you put your wallet, camera, water bottle, rain cover, fleece jacket, and windproof jacket. Regarding the size of the daypack bag, the size of a small-medium 30 to 40-liters day bag with some side pockets where you can fit your water bottle or gloves is good. Moreover, if you can fit your Camelbak in your daily carry it is more efficient in the coldest weather as your water doesn't get freeze.

Water bottle

You can bring two water bottles in which you can drink in one and treat water in another to refill again. (Nalgene water bottle is good as you can put hot water as well if you want) you also can bring Camelbak which can be very handy for climbing.

Upper body

  • Short sleeve synthetic t-shirts*3(while trekking you sweat a lot so, synthetic t-shirts are best to bring as they are light and dry fast)
  • Wind shirts*1
  • Long sleeve Merino wool t-shirts*2
  • Synthetic insulated jacket
  • Fleece glove
  • Insulated gloves
  • Buff (trail gets very dusty with trekkers and animals passing by you so, you can use it as a mask)
  • Sunglass
  • Sun hat
  • Fleece hat
  • Rain gear or poncho.

Lower body

  • Trekking shoes (prober boots with grip is recommended as trail are rough so you might twist your ankle)
  • Slipper or lightweight shoes (it is handy to wear when you have done day trekking)
  • Cotton hiking shocks
  • Microspikes that fit your trekking shoes (it is handy if the pass is icy and sleeper trail especially on the pass)
  • Hiking pants*2
  • Fleece trouser
  • Underwear trousers*2
  • Underwear
  • Waterproof paint

Miscellaneous items

  • Items for drinking water treatments such as Steripen, iodine tablets, chlorine liquids, or water filters. (If you using liquids or tablets it might bring a different taste in water so you can bring some juice-powder to bring a nice taste)
  • Portable solar panel to charge some of your gadgets such as your phone.
  • Fast drying-camp towel (a towel for a shower so it's good to have one)
  • Body wipes (it comes in handy where there are no showers)
  • Toilet papers
  • Lip balm
  • Sunscreens (minimum of SPF 40 plus as in higher altitude sunlight are direct and more penetrating.
  • Mobile phone (you can use it as an alarm or photo or you can use it if you want to communicate)
  • Diary
  • Camera
  • Medical kit (Diamox, Imodium, ibuprofen, throat lozenges, tape, scissor,
  • Zip-lock plastic bag (Although you put your all stuff in a duffel bag, however, Zip-lock bag can come in handy when you want to separate your items like toiletries, socks, underwear, and smelly clothes)
  • Headlamp or torchlight
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Trekking sticks (most people use them and it is very helpful while walking rocky trails and especially for knees going downhill.
  • Pocket knife

What kind of accommodation and food are available in the Lumba Sumba pass trek?

  • The accommodation in Lumba Sumba pass trek is very rustic as well as you d

    Although it differs on each individual choices and interests. However, we advise you to bring sufficient and warm enough clothes fit for much colder weather as mountain weather is always unpredictable and especially for the Lumba Sumba pass trekking.

  • for a reminder, you can buy all these gears in Kathmandu as well.
  • we don't find villages every day to find shelter, especially after the Olangchung Gola's trip to Lumba Sumba for two days. So, you need to be sufficient with your tent and supplies at least for a few days even if you are planning to do a rustic teahouse trek.

  • Regarding the food, while doing teahouses in the Lumba Sumba trek there are very few choices for a few days such as rice curry, fried noodles, potatoes, or pasta if you are lucky. but onwards to Olanchung Gola plus before and after they pass there is hardly any choice besides rice or potatoes or local food for many days.
  • So, the conclusion is if you want some variety of foods, drinks and most importantly better accommodation you are highly recommended to do camping trek for the whole trek. By doing so you will enjoy this wild area trek at best.

Trip Reviews

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5based on 3 reviews

Beautiful Nepal

Trekking with Narayan and his team was amazin! One of the best experiences of my life and aside from the vast landscapes and incredible views, the guides on this trip were so informative, humble and just beautiful people. I hope to visit with them again so day and can't recommend their tours enough!

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Richard S, United Kingdom

A fantastic guide, an amazing Trek

WOW is all I can say about Ace. Udaya was an amazing guide and was perfect throughout the entire trek. He was friendly, super knowledgeable, and handled everything that I needed from gear to travel. They were always concerned about my comfort and seeing that a memorable trip was had by myself and my partner. I had a medical issue that caused him to both works into the night to get a resolution. Of course, being sick in a foreign country can be a scary ordeal, but it was handled professionally and worked out well.

I can say with certainty that they'll be at the top of my list for my next trip and I can say without reservation that I'd go with them again.

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Justin A, United States

Excellent!

I am not an expert on trekking but I love it. From my experience, if you have a plan to trek, the important is you have to find a good guide and travel agency you can trust. I am lucky I found both. So if you have a plan in mind to go to Nepal.. just try to contact them. I believe that you will imprese on their service. 5 trips in Nepal since 2017.. until now I am looking forward to going back to trek with them again 😊

Gaew
Gaew, Thailand

FAQs

Q1. How difficult is Lumba Sumba Pass trek?

This trek goes through the remote and wild region of Kanchenjunga and Makalu region which involve high altitude walks, rough terrain, and several uphill climbs to the highest point of Lumba Sumba and several downs to finish at Num so, it is a physically demanding trek require some fitness and having some trekking experience would help a lot.

Q2. How is the accommodation in Lumba Sumba pass trekking region?

This region of trekking is least visited so; it is least developed regarding the accommodation. For a few days, there is a guest house along the trail however, it is not as developed as other parts of Nepal .and especially higher up to the pass and after pass, the accommodation is rustic until you get to the lower region of Makalu.

Q3. What mountains can you see in Lumba Sumba pass trek?

In this trek, you can see the Kanchenjunga mountains range and the Makalu Mountains range which consists of the 3rd highest Mount Kanchenjunga and the 5th highest mountain Mount Makalu.

Q4. How long is the Lumba Sumba pass trek?

Although you can shorten it or lengthen it by a few days, our 22 days Lumba Sumba Trek Itinerary is a decent itinerary that provides a good amount of acclimatization before the pass.

Q5. Is there electricity in the Lumba Sumba trek?

First few days you might find it but most of the trek days there is no electricity.

Q6. What is the highest you go in Lumba Sumba trek?

The highest point you go in this trek is called Lumba Sumba Pass which is 5177meter or 16984ft meters above sea level.

Trip Facts

  • Duration22 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Difficulty LevelModerate to strenuous
  • Max Altitude5177 meters/16984ft

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