Ghunsa is a village of wooden houses and prayer flags at about 3,595 m in the upper Ghunsa Khola valley, Taplejung. Its people have Tibetan heritage, and it is the main acclimatisation stop on the trek to Kanchenjunga North Base Camp.
Quick answer: Spend two nights in Ghunsa to acclimatise before Khambachen and Lhonak. The Kanchenjunga region is a restricted area; trek with a licensed guide.
Ghunsa at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Altitude | About 3,595 m |
| District | Taplejung |
| People | Tibetan heritage |
| Trek | Kanchenjunga North Base Camp |
| Permit | Restricted area permit |
Highlights
- Monastery and wooden houses.
- Yak pastures.
- Acclimatisation hikes above the village.
Trips and guides
Plan your visit
Ghunsa is the last real village before Kanchenjunga. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.