Makalu Base Camp Trek
Trip Facts
Trip Introduction:
Makalu Base Camp Trek takes you to one of the most remote and unfrequented areas in Nepal. Hence, the trail goes along the Arun Koshi and Barun Valley, protected as Nepal's newest national park renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Most importantly, the Makalu region offers outstanding and diverse trekking routes in the Himalayas. For instance, a rough trail leads past yak pastures and glaciers to the base of Makalu, also recognized as the world's fifth-highest mountain, located 22 km to the east of Everest and 80 km west of Kangchenjunga.
Makalu Base Camp Trek: inviting and full of surprises
This isolated and remote area of the Makalu has been successful at preserving the country's distinctive culture, flora and fauna. Thus, while trekking, we are greeted with high waterfalls cascading into deep gorges, craggy rocks rising from lush green forests, and colourful flowers blooming beneath the white snow peaks. Likewise, rare species of animals and plants flourish in abundance within the undisturbed habitats of this region. One can trek in eastern Nepal from Tumlingtar, north up the Arun Kosi to Sedua and Num. Then, trek further on into the upper Barun Khola valley for a close-up look at Makalu and Chhamlang.
The trek to Makalu base camp is one of the most remote and unfrequented areas in Nepal. The elevated point above Makalu Base Camp provides stunning views of the world's highest mountains. These include Everest (8,850m), Lhotse (8,516m), Makalu (8,463m), Chamlang (7,319m) and Baruntse (7,220m).
Trip Highlights
- Mesmerizing views of Mt. Makalu, Mt. Chamlang and many other peaks
- Experience the rural life of culturally & ethnically rich people like Rai, Limbu and others
- The most pristine mountain ecosystems on earth
- Wilderness and stunning natural scenery
- A wide range of attitudinal and climatic variation
Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu and Transfer to hotel
Day 02 Fly Kathmandu to Tumlingtar (860m) & drive to Num (1,560m)
Day 03 Trek from Num to Seduwa (1,460m)
Day 04 Trek from Seduwa to Tashi Gaon (2,070m)
Day 05 Acclimatization at Tashi Gaun
Day 06 Trek from Tashi Gaun to Khongma (3,470m)
Day 07 Trek from Khongma to Mumbuk (3,570m)
Day 08 Trek Mumbuk to Yangle Kharka (3,000m)
Day 09 Trek From Yangle Kharka to Sherson (4,615m)
Day 10 Trek from Sherson to Makalu Base camp (4,870m) 4-5hrs
Day 11 Explore Makalu Base Camp
Day 12 Trek Back from Makalu Base Camp to Yangle Kharka (3,000m)
Day 13 Trek from Yangle Kharke to Khongma (3,470m) 5hrs
Day 14 Trek from Khongma to Seduwa
Day 15 Trek from Seduwa to Khanbari (860m)
Day 16 Fly back to Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel
Day 17 Rest day to explore Kathmandu & Farewell Dinner
Day 18 Transfer to the Airport Final Departure
- International Arrival/Departure and transfer by Private Vehicle
- All ground transportation by private vehicle
- 2 Nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu, inclusive of breakfast
- Round trip flight fare including airport tax for Kathmandu–Tumlingtar–Kathmandu
- Maklau Barun National Park permit & Entry Fees and TIMS Card
- Camping / Tea House (night at Tent / Lodge)
- Full board meals during the trekking, if you have any specific dietary requirement please let us know, we will provide accordingly
- 1 Professional Guide
- 1 Porter Sharing Between 2 Members
- Comprehensive Medical Kit for Group and Staffs
- Personal luggage allowed 15Kg
- Clients are allowed to carry only 5 kg personal luggage on trek
- Porter from Num to Makalu Base Camp & back to Num
- All meals during trekking – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Staff allowances, flight tickets, food, accommodation, insurance, daily wages
- Nepali staff accidental/ medical/emergency and evacuation insurance
- Emergency oxygen mask and regulator (if needed)
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- All government taxes and necessary paperwork
- International flight fares
- International airport departure tax
- Nepali Visa fee US$ 40 per person for 30 days (to be applied for 60 days (USD$ 100)
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Single supplement during the entire trip
- Note Additional cost applies for single supplement
- Personal Trekking – clothing, sleeping bags.
- Personal Travel/Medical/Accident/Emergency evacuation insurance
- Emergency evacuation, Helicopter rescue if required
- Telephone calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beer and any alcoholic beverages
- Personal Satellite phone permit
- Filming & Videography
- Extra personal expenses
- Tips for Guide, Porter and staffs
- All expenses incurred in the event of early departure (evacuation fee, transport, extra hotel night, food etc.)
- Internet facility during the trek in not included.
- $20 USD for extra per porter per day (If extra porter demanded)
- Medical evacuation insurance policy is mandatory
- Any other services not specified in the ‘Cost Includes’
