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At a Glance
Duration
17 daysDestination
NepalTrip Difficulty
ExtremeMax altitude
5140m/16863 ftGroup Size
1-10 Pax.Activity
Trekking,hiking & sightseeingAccommodation
Hotel in Kathmandu, lodge & tea houses during the trek.Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner during the trekVehicle
Private car/bus/jeep and flightOverview of Makalu Base Camp Trek
The Makalu base camp trek is one of the most adventurous and popular trekking in Nepal. Mt. Makalu, the 5th highest mountain in the world, (Alt 8421m.) is situated between the Everest and Kanchenjunga range. it is located in the far east of Nepal and borders the trans-Himalaya range. generally, you will take a flight to Tumlingtar or you can also go by bus drive from Kathmandu. You will start to walk from Tumblingtar. on the way up to Makalu base camp trek you will cross many local villages such as Seduwa, Thasi gaun, and Kauma Dada, and finally, you will cross Keke-la pass over the 4200m high then you will reach another side of the mountain landscape After you will continue up to basecamp another few days more and celebrate to reach basecamp and explore around then you will re- turn back to Tumlingtar from different route, but you will meet same trail at Dobato as you went up.
During the Makalu basecamp trek, you trek through the Hindu & Buddhist cultures. inhabitants by Chettri, Magar, and Rai in the lower part of the trek, and the uphill is surrounded by Sherpa inhabitants. Early in this trek route, there is a temple called Manakamana which thousands of pilgrims come to visit every year.
Cardamom farming is prosperous also in this area. On the way to base camp from Koma-La pass, you will view the whole Everest range and Makalu mountain range including many other beautiful types of scenery. The trek will be adventurous ascending and descending steeply. From Yangri Kharka, we will see a different mountain. Makalu base camp 5,140m alt.
Our journey commences from the low altitude valley, Arun valley (400m) and mounts over to 5000m elevation. In between Makalu base camp, we will encounter through several passes and note their significance. The region is regarded as a remote area and our hike will become tough, challenging and enjoyable as we go through.
Highlights of Makalu Base Camp Trek
- Encounter diverse flora and fauna in the Makalu Barun National Park,including rare species like red panda,Himalayan Thar and various bird species.
- Trek takes you to Mt.Makalu which is the fifth highest peak in the world.
- Enjoy the breathing view of Mt.Makalu,Mt.Everest,Mt.Chamlang ,Mt.Lhotse.
- Explore Makalu Barun National Park.
- Scenic flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar.
- Experience the hospitality of Local Sherpa communities along the trekking route,opportunity to interact with locals
Itinerary
01
Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu
Duration
30 minMax altitude
1300m/4265 ftMeals
BreakfastAccommodation
Hotel02
Day 02 Trip Preparation Day.
Max altitude
1300m/4265 ftMeals
BreakfastAccommodation
Hotel03
Day 03 Fly to Tumlingtar from Ktm,50 min(450m),drive to Num (15,60m)4-6 hrs
Duration
50 min flight,4-6 hrs hikeMax altitude
1,560m/5118 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse04
Day 04 Trek to Seduwa,(alt.1650m) 6-7 hrs
Duration
6-7 hrsMax altitude
1650m/5413 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse05
Day 05 Trek to Tashi Gaun,(alt,2200m),4 hrs
Duration
4 hrsMax altitude
2,200m/7217 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse06
Day 06 Trek to Kongma Danda,(alt.3500m),5-6 hrs
Duration
5-6 hrsMax altitude
3,500m/11482 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse07
Day 07 Acclimatization Day
Max altitude
3,500m/11482 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse08
Day 08 Trek over Keke La Pass-ascend to Tutu La pass to Dobato,(alt.3610m),6-7 hrs
Duration
6-7 hrsMax altitude
3610m/11843 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse09
Day 09 Trek to Yangre Kharka,(alt.3520m)5-6 hrs
Duration
5-6 hrsMax altitude
3,520m/11548 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse10
Day 10 Trek to Langmale Kharka,(alt.4410m)5-6 hrs
Duration
5-6 hrsMax altitude
4410m/14468 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse11
Day 11 Acclimatization day
Max altitude
4410m/14468 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse12
Day 12 Trek to Sherson (alt.4500m)6-7 hrs
Duration
6-7 hrsMax altitude
4500m/14,763 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse13
Day 13 Trek to Makalu Base Camp (alt.4,900m),4-5 hrs
Duration
4-5 hrsMax altitude
4,900m/16,056 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse14
Day 14 Excursion around Makalu Base Camp,(alt.5000m)
Max altitude
5000m/16404 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse15
Day 15 Trek to Yangre Kharka,(alt.3520m)6-7 hrs
Duration
6-7 hrsMax altitude
3520m/11548 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse16
Day 16 Trek to Dobato(alt.3,650m)6-7 hrs
Duration
6-7 hrsMax altitude
3,650m/11,975 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse17
Day 17 Trek to Kongma Danda,(alt.3,500m)5-6 hrs
Duration
5-6 hrsMax altitude
3,500m/11,483 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse18
Day 18 Trek to Seduwa(alt.1650m)6-7 hrs
Duration
6-7 hrsMax altitude
1650m/5413ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse19
Day 19 Trek to Num,alt.1560m
Duration
5-6 hrsMax altitude
1560m/5118 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse20
Day 20 Drive to Tumlingtar,
Duration
4-5 hrsMax altitude
512m/1679 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local Teahouse21
Day 21 Drive back to Kathmandu,alt.1300m
Duration
6-7 hrsMax altitude
1300m/4265 ftMeals
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation
Local TeahouseIs this offered itinerary not suitable for you?
Inclusion/Exclusion
What's Included?
- Airport pick up and drop
- Three night hotel in Kathmandu 2 on arrival and one on departure B/B.
- Three times meals on Trek (breakfast,lunch and dinner).
- Hot drinks Tea or Coffee.
- Fresh Fruit after dinner everyday.
- Accommodation twin sharing room.
- Experience English speaking guide.
- Porter(2 person =1 porter)each carrying max 25 kg.
- Makalu National Park fee.
- TIMMS card.
- Rural municipality entrance fee.
- All ground transportation.
- First aid kit.
- NatureExplore Trek down jacket(refundable after the trip).
- Duffle Bag for the trip(refundable after the trip).
- Last night dinner at Nepali kitchen with cultural dance show.
- Nature Explore T-shirt.
- All the trip necessary documents.
- Govt.Vat and Tax
What's Excluded?
- Personal insurance.
- International airfare
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
- Trekking equipment.
- All types of Beverage.
- Extra expenses like Battery charge,Wifi,Hot shower,Laundary during the trek.
- Tipping for staff.
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