Everest East Face (Kangshung) Trek
China · Asia · Multi-day trek · score 63/100
Closed or suspended. This route is closed or suspended right now. Do not plan it before checking current status with local authorities. The score reflects the current situation.
At a glance
| Countries | China |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Tibet (Tingri) |
| Type | Multi-day trek |
| Length | 75 km |
| Typical duration | 7 days |
| Difficulty | 5/5 (Very hard) |
| Max altitude | 5329 m |
| Best season | n/a - permanently closed since 2026 |
| Start | Yupa village (Qudang) |
| End | Lunzhulin village |
| Permit / guide | yes - Tibet permits plus registered agency (route currently closed) |
| Special gear | trekking poles |
Score
63/100
Himalaya's least-seen Everest side with three 8000ers in one view - but permanently closed to trekking since March 2026
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
Qomolangma NNR closed the Kama valley core zone permanently from 2026 after the Oct 2025 blizzard; kept in list for reference - currently not walkable; logistics scored for closure
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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