Kokthang Peak (KOKT) is a climbing peak in the Kanchenjunga mountain range of Phaktanglung municipality of Taplejung district in Nepal. The mountain peak has an elevation of 6148m and can be located at latitude 27.5636 longitude 88.0825. The summit of Kokthang Peak offers stunning views of Kanchenjunga Central, Kanchenjunga South, Kanchenjunga North, Kanchenjunga Main and more.
The Region
The region habitats vegetation of Pine and Hemlock forests, White Fir, Juniper, Birch and Rhododendron, scrub and alpine plant communities are common at the higher altitude.
The park is home to the Red Panda, Snow Leopard, Musk Deer, Himalayan Tahr, Marten, Himalayan Mouse Hare (Pika), and over 118 species of bird including the Impeyan Pheasant, Snow Cock, Blood Pheasant, and Red-billed Cough.
The Package
Kokthang Peak climbing expedition is 30 days challenging adventure trip. The expedition starts from Kathmandu where you will make essential backpacking and preparation. Your guide will brief you with the necessary trip details.
Trails
There is a trail you can follow to summit Kokthang Peak. The trail passes from Taplejung, Hoktake, Tellok, Yamphudin, Ramchaur, and to the base camp of Kokthang Peak, this route is 67.2Km and the climbing route is 20.3Km.
Costs
Spring Season $6000
Autumn $5800
Winter/Summer $5600
Package Includes
All ground transportation and flight tickets
Peak climbing royalty and required permits
Necessary climbing gears
Food during the expedition
Tea house and camping accommodation
Sleeping bags and mattresses
Package Excludes
Any personal expenses
Alcohol and drinking water
Health and travel insurance
Emergency helicopter evacuation
Help Centers Nearby
Armed police post : Taplejung 67.2Km
Army post: Taplejung 67.2Km
Health centre/post: Tellok 44.1Km
Nearest settlement : Yamphudin 25.6Km
Please contact us for customized trip details.
Kokthang, Nepal
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