Mt Phonekanrazi

To the dramatic snow capped mountains that separate Myanmar’s Kachin state from Arunachal Pradesh in India are the most accessible to Putao. Our trek to Mt Phonekanrazi climbs from the frontier village of Upper Sangaung over a pass into the sub tropical Nam Lang river valley. From here we trek along hunting trails through pristine old growth forest and isolated Rawang settlements to the base of Mt. Phonekanrazi. The trek so far has been graded as moderate. The climb from base camp, weather permitting, to the snow-capped summit provides two or three longer and more challenging days trekking but the views west to India and east to the Putao valley in Myanmar are truly spectacular. The combination of tribal villages, dense subtropical forest and snow-capped mountains makes this one of the most picturesque of treks.

Adventure Trip To Mt Phonekanrazi ( 11 Nights – 12 Days )

Day 01 : Putao Arrival ( Via Myikyina ) ( B, L, D)

Arrive Putao by flight via Myikyina , and transfer to the The Lisu”Resort and check-in. Free and leisure at Resort. To Prepare and discuss with your team for long trek trip .

Day 02 : Putao – Wangali Dam ( B, L , D)

Morning breakfast at Lisu Resort . Start trek 13 miles to our exclusive river camp near Wanglai Dam Village . Overnight at Camping site .

Day 03 : Wangali Dam – Ziya Dam (B , L, D)
Morning B 'fast at camping site . Proceed to Ziya Dam village ( Trek 9 miles to Ziya Dam.). ( Sea –level 1100 m ).Overnight at camping site .

Day 04 : Ziya Dam – Chaungson ( B, L, D)
Morning breakfast at village . Proceed to Chang Sone ( 7 miles ) across Phangarum Stream ( 3 hrs trekking ) . Arrive Chang Sone ( Sea –level 1500 m ) and camping at Chang Sone . Night stop at Chang Sone camping site.

Day 05: Chaungson – Big Tree Camp(B,L,D)
Morning breakfast at camping site . Heading for Thit Pin Gyi , Big Tree Camp ( trek 6 miles ) across Namya Stream ( Approx: 4 hrs trekking ) . Arrive Thit Pin Gyi and camping at this place. Lunch and dinner at the camping site . Night stop at Thit Pin Gyi camping site. .( Sea –level 1900 m ).

Day 06 : Big Tree – Mt.Phonkanrazi Base Camp (B, L, D)
Morning breakfast at camping site . Heading for Mt. Phonkanrazi base Camp ( trek 6 miles ) Sea –level 3100 m. Night stop at camping site.

Day 07: Mt.Phonekanrazi Base Camp- Top of Phonekanrazi (B, L,D)
Heading for Top of the Mt. Phonekanrazi (5 km) (Approx: 6 hrs trekking). Arrive Top of the Mt. Phonekanrazi (3635m high).Trek to the summit of Phonekanrazi (weather permitting) and return to Base Camp.

Day 08 : Mt.Phonekanrazi Base Camp-Chaungson ( B, L, D)
Heading for ChaungSon and Trek 15 miles to Chaungson Camp. Overnight at camping site.

Day 09 : Chaungson – Khalang ( B, L, D)
After breakfast heading to Khalang take about trek 10 miles to Khalang. Overnight at camping site.

Day 10: Khalang- Wangali Dam (B, L, D)
After breakfast heading to Wangali Dam take about trek 8 miles to Wangali Dam. Overnight at camping site.
(Rafting option begins)

Day 11: Wangali Dam - Putao ( B, L , D)
After breakfast heading to Putao take about trek 10 miles to Upper Sangaung; transfer to Putao by car. (Rafting option ends)

Day 12: Putao Departure ( B, L , D )
breakfast at Lisu resort .Free and leisure until departure. Transfer to the airport depart for Yangon/ Mandalay .

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How To Go To Putao
You can go there by flight only. Three times a week and via Myitkyina. Myitkyina is a capital city of Kachin State.

Personal Items to bring for Ice Cap Mountain Trekking

1. For camping and travelling:

A sleeping bag. Your sleeping bag should be at least a three-season bag, either down or synthetic filled. If you do not have a sleeping bag we do have them for hire or purchase. A Therma-rest (inflatable sleeping mattress) is provided by Ayeyarwaddy Expeditions for your comfort.
Lightweight pants and jacket. The brushed nylon pants and windbreakers made by a variety of companies are ideal for trekking and general travel wear.
Long sleeved thermal, top and bottoms (long underwear). These are synthetic clothing such as Patagonia Capaline which maintain their insulating value even when wet, and are therefore ideal for wearing around the campsite and on the river. The zippered turtleneck is particularly handy, as it can be vented and keeps the sun off the back of your neck. Light and medium weight weaves are the handiest.
Socks: Two pairs of polypropylene or polypro mix athletic socks.
Cotton underwear.
Lightweight long sleeved shirt. These are particularly useful as sunscreen in camp. In addition temperatures in the shade remain cool throughout the season
Two cotton T-shirts. A fleece jacket. Polypropylene is preferable.
A Gore-Tex or similar material raincoat and pants. This will keep you warm and dry in a variety of situations. A simple shell design is preferable, as they can be packed away into very small bundles.

Small Towel

Toiletries: keep it to a minimum. Bring plenty of moisturizing lotion.
Spare glasses or contact lenses if you wear them.
Flashlight or headlamp with spare batteries.
Water bottle
Toilet paper and lighter –We do provide it on all trips, but also advise you carry your own supply for convenience. The lighter is for burning the toilet paper after you’ve used it.
Insect Repellent: Our Nam Lang river camp has screened areas where insects are not a problem, but while trekking and rafting in the jungle bring plenty of insect repellent.
Lightweight cotton gloves are also handy as additional insect protection.

2. Trekking:

A daypack. It should be a medium volume daypack without a frame, and again, the most important criteria are how well it fits and works.
Lightweight hiking boots or running shoes of good quality and preferably worn in are a must. For people who do not routinely walk in the mountains, light hiking boots are strongly recommended. Heavy mountaineering boots are not recommended.
For longer treks and Higher Altitude treks waterproof pants, gaiters, additional socks and thermal hats and gloves are highly recommended.

3. Optional:

Camera and film. Also bring a good cleaning kit, as field conditions are harsher than in towns. Spare batteries are also handy. There will be waterproof Pelican Cases supplied on the rafting trips. Packets of silica gel will help reduce humidity in the camera case.
Small binoculars for wildlife viewing. If you’re an avid bird watcher you may want to bring a more substantial pair of binoculars with a waterproof case.
Pocketknife or multi-tool.
Fishing equipment.
Reading and writing material.
Personal first aid kit.
Personal linen, pillow case or under sheet

4. Provided by us:

We will provide the following equipment for all clients on our rafting and trekking expeditions:

All safety and trek (except clothing and personal items – see personal equipment above)

Tented accommodation while on your trip.
Mattresses or thermo-rests to sleep on
Cooking equipment including all kitchen utensils, pots, pans, plates and glassware
Directors Chairs – comfortable chairs, ideal around the campfire, which are made of canvas and fold away .