Makalu Base Camp Trek- 16 Days

Key Information

Price: Euro
Duration:16 Days
Primary Activity:Trekking
Group Size:1-25 Peoples
Country:Nepal
Arrival on:Kathmandu
Trip Grade:Strenuous

Meals:Full Board during Trekking
Accomodation:Hotel + Lodge + Camping
Trip Code:
Max-Altitude:4,870 m.
Transportation:Jeep/ Flight
Departure from:Kathmandu
Culture:Gurung, Rai and Sherpa

About Makalu Base Camp Trek- 16 Days

Makalu Base Camp Trekking, the fifth highest mountain in the world, Mount Makalu lies at the height of 8463m. It is located in the Makalu Barun National Park, which covers an area of 2330 sq. around the Solukhumbu and Sankhuwasabha districts of Nepal. And, the panorama of the highest mountain in the world such as Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse, Mount Chamlang, Makalu and other mountains greets you.

Makalu base camp trek can be fairly challenging in some parts depending upon your level of physical fitness. The outstanding scenery of Makalu Base Camp Trek’s route significantly provides unique cultural heritage and incredible views of mountain peaks. The trek begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar of Mid-eastern Nepal for half an hour. The trail to Makalu Base Camp Trek envelops plain, a sub-tropical valley of the Arun River basin to extraordinary temperate passes called Keke La pass (4230m) and Tutu La pass (4200m), many edges ascend up from the Barun River valley which is off the beaten mid-hill trails.

Gurung, Rai, and Sherpa are the main habitats in this area. The trails follow the beautiful Barun river valley in the Makalu Barun National Park, crossing the Shipton pass (4127 m) before arriving at Makalu Base Camp, from here views of the south face of Makalu, as well as Everest and Lhotse is really amazing. Also, you will have a fantastic view of mountain, glacier-lake and Hungu valley.

Arrival to Kathmandu & Transfer to the Hotel (1,400m)

Day 1

Trek preparation and sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley

Day 2

Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and drive to Num (1,560m)

Day 3

Trek from Num to Sheduwa (1,510m): Camping

Day 4

Trek from Sheduwa to Tashi Gaun (2,070m): Camping

Day 5

Acclimatization at Tashi Gaun (rest day): camping

Day 6

Trek from Tashi Gaun to Khongma (3,760m): Camping

Day 7

Trek from Khongma to Mumbuk (3,520m): Camping

Day 8

Trek from Mumbuk to Nehe Kharka (4,320m): Camping

Day 9

Trek from Nehe Kharka to Makalu Base Camp (4,870m)

Day 10

Trek from MaKalu Base Camp to Yangle Kharka : Camping

Day 11

Trek from Yangle Kharka to Khongma: Camping

Day 12

Trek from Khongma to Sheduwa: Camping

Day 13

Trek from Sheduwa to Num and drive to Khadbari or Tumlingtar

Day 14

Fly to Kathmandu & Transfer to the Hotel

Day 15

Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for final departure

Day 16

Note of above itinerary: B = Breakfast, B.B = Bed & Breakfast, B.L.D = Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Feature Price:

Service Included

All airport transfer by private a/c Car/van/bus
Air Transportation: (Domestic Flight) Fly from Kathmanduu – Tumlingtar – Kathmandu, as per itinerary.
-Land Transportation: Drive Tumlingtar to Num and While Returning: Num to Tumlingtar
3 nights sharing twin bed room at hotel (3 Star category) in Kathmandu on bed & breakfast Basis.
Farewell Dinner.
Basic Tea-house accommodation
Licensed English-speaking guide, Experience knows about First Aid
Necessary Porters
Meals during the trek basic
All necessary paper works: Makalu Barun National Park permit, TIMS Card & conservation area entry permit and its fee.
Sleeping bags and other necessary equipments
Staff insurance, medication and equipment
All Govt. and Local Taxes
First Aid Kit
Trekking Certificate from Destination Unlimited