Kanchenjunga Trail Timeline
A dated record of trail conditions, weather, closures and trekking activity in the Kanchenjunga region, reported by our local guides.
Trail open · November 2026 trail update — Fresh Snow Reported Above KambachenRead updateNovember 2026
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Fresh Snow Reported Above Kambachen
Above Kambachen
Fresh snowfall has been reported at higher elevations of the Kanchenjunga trekking region. Trekkers heading towards Lhonak and Pangpema should prepare for cold temperatures and potentially snow-covered sections.
- Update
November 2026 Kanchenjunga Trail Report Now Available
Our November 2026 Kanchenjunga Trail Report is now available, combining field reports and trail conditions from October 20–31 with the latest November updates. It features hundreds of fresh trail photos. We will continue adding new reports, photos and trail updates throughout November
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Our November 2026 Kanchenjunga Trail Report is now available, combining field reports from October 20–31 with the latest trail conditions and hundreds of fresh trail photos. We will continue updating it throughout November, until November 30.
- Trail conditions
Kanchenjunga Trekking Trail Reopened
The Kanchenjunga trekking trail reopened on 1 November following the two-day precautionary closure due to cyclone-related weather conditions. No damage was reported along the trail.
October 2026
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Satellite Phone Coordination During Trail Closure
During the temporary trail closure, two trekking groups were staying in Ghunsa and one in Tseram. Our team coordinated with all three groups through satellite phones, guiding the Tseram group to descend towards Tortong and advising the Ghunsa groups based on trail and weather conditions.
- Closure / reopening
Kanchenjunga Trekking Trail to Close for Two Days Due to Cyclone Arnab
Kanchenjunga Conservation Area
The Kanchenjunga trekking trail was scheduled to remain closed on October 30 and 31, 2026, as a precaution due to weather conditions associated with Cyclone Arnab. The temporary closure was intended to ensure the safety of trekkers, guides and porters. No trail damage was reported.

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