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Makalu Base Camp Trekking in Nepal (27 days)

Makalu Basecamp Trekking High in the heart of the eastern Himalaya, seven valleys radiate from mount. Makalu, the world's thirth highest peak. These valleys, particularly the Barun valley, treasure some of the last remaining pristine forests and alpine meadows of Nepal. From the bottom of the Arun valley, at just 435 m above sea level, the Himalaya rise to the snow-capped tip of Makalu- 8.463 m--within a 40 km distance. Within this wide range of altitudes and climates, the Makalu-Barun area contains some of the richest and most diverse pockets of plants and animals in Nepal, elsewhere lost to spreading human habitation.

Nestled in the lower reaches of these valleys are communities of Rai, Sherpa, and Shingsawa (Bhotia) farmers. Though economically poor and isolated, they retain a rich cultural heritage. They hold the key to the preservation of the unique biological and cultural treasures of the Makalu Barun area.

The Makalu-Barun National Park and Conservation Area was established in 1992 as Nepal's eighth national park and the first to include an adjacent inhabited conservation area as a buffer. A new park management approach encourages local people to become actively involved in protecting the forests and natural resources upon which their lives depend, and in conserving their own rich cultural heritage. Traditional resource management systems, such as community controlled grazing and forest guardianship, are being strengthened and low level technologies introduced where appropriate. Working in collaboration with an American NGO, Woodlands Mountain Institute, His Majesty's Government, Nepal is striving to improve local living standards through infrastructural, educational and income-generating activities.

Covering 2.330 sq km, Makalu-Barun is a vital component of the greater Mount Everest ecosystem which includes Nepal's 1.148 sq km Sagarmatha (Mount Everest) National Park to the west and the 35.000 sq km Qomolungma Nature Preserve in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north. The Makalu-Barun area is little known to most tourists due to its relative inaccessibility. But those few hundred trekkers and mountaineers who visit each year come away with an unforgettable experience.

Makalu Base Camp For the naturalist, there are spectacular displays of wildflowers and exotic plants. More than 3.000 species of flowering plants, with hundreds of orchid varieties, 48. primroses, and 25 of Nepal's 30 rhododendrons splash the hillsides with color. The forests shelter abundant wildlife, including the endangered red panda and musk deer as well as the ghoral, Himalayan tahr and leopard. Ornithologists have identified 400 bird species, at least 16 of which are extremely rare.

Most trekkers and mountaineers visit the Makalu-Barun area during October-November and March-April when high passes are less likely to be snowed over. Lower elevations are temperate throughout winter, and hot during April and May. Heavy monsoon rains occur throughout the region from June through September, with occasional showers during April-May. For the hardy botanist, the monsoon season is bursting with life, including the pestly leech.

The trail goes along the Arun Kosi and Barun Valley, protected as Nepal's newest national park. A rough trail leads past yak pastures and glaciers to the foot of Makalu. You can make an outstanding trek in eastern Nepal from either Hile or Tumlingtar by walking north up the Arun Kosi to Sedua and Num, then crossing Shipton La (4260m) into the upper Barun Khola valley for a close look at Makalu and Chhamlang. The trek to Makalu base camp visits one of the most remote and unfrequented areas of Nepal. The Barun Valley is part of a huge international protected area under an agreement between Nepal and China.

Makalu Base Camp Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel
Day 2: Free day for sightseeing in Kathmandu valley
Day 3: From Kathmandu to Tumlingtar (trek begins) Continue walk to Khandbari
Day 4: Camp (1030m)
Day 5: Chichi La Camp (1830m)
Day 6: Num Camp 1500m)
Day 7: Seduwa Camp (1510m)
Day 8: Tashigaon Camp (2070m)
Day 9: Acclimatization day in Tashigaon
Day 10: Khongma La Camp ( 3560m)
Day 11: Dobato Camp (3600m)
Day 12: Yangle Kharka Camp (3600m)
Day 13: Merak Camp (4570m)
Day 14: Shersong Camp (4650m)
Day 15: Makalu Base Camp (5000m)
Day 16: Excursion in Makalu Base Camp
Day 17: Yangle Kharka Camp
Day 18: Mumbuk Camp
Day 19: Khongma La Camp
Day 20: Tashigaon Camp
Day 21: Num Camp
Day 22: Chichi La Camp
Day 23: Mani Bhanjyang
Day 24: Tumlingtar Camp (trek ends)
Day 25: Flight from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu
Day 26: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 27: Transfer to the airport.

Makalu Base Camp Trip Facts

Trekking duration 13 days
Grade Medium
Maximum elevation 5000m
Best Season March to May and October to November

Cost: US$ 2850 per person minimum of 2 pax
Note: please contact us for customize itinerary and cost:

Cost Includes

1.Airport/Hotel/Airport picks up and drops by private car
2.Accommodation in Kathmandu (4 nights)
3.Neccessary Permit & National Park fees.
4.Land Transportation and Domestic flight tickets
5.All camping equipments food during the trek and required staffs.
6.Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, for the trekking staff
7.Transportation during sightseeing in Kathmandu

Cost Excludes

1.Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
2.Your travel insurance (compulsory)
3.International airfare and airport departure tax
4.Nepal entry visa fee
5.Personal expenses such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks and
6.mineral water etc
7.Personal trekking equipments
8.Tips for trekking staffs and driver etc
9.All expenses which are not mention in price include section.

Makalu Base Camp Trekking (23 days)

A rigorous trek to the foot of Mt. Makalu (8475m), the world's 5th Highest Peak - 23 days

This is an outstanding trek in the eastern region of Nepal which offers a combination of rich cultural heritage, unsurpassed beauty and biological diversity. The trail takes you from the steamy lowlands of Tumlingtar on the Arun River, through one of the least frequented areas of Nepal, to the base camp of Makalu [8475m]. The trail follows the beautiful Barun river valley in the Makalu Barun National Park, crossing Shipton pass at 4127 meters before arriving at Makalu Base Camp [5000m]. From here, views of the south face of Makalu, as well as Everest and Lhotse are truly regal and fantastic. The Arun valley is also home to rare species of various Birds which are found only in Nepal.

Anyone in good shape and has previous experience of trekking can make this fairly challenging trek anytime in March to May and September to early December.

Makalu Base Camp Trekking Trip Facts

Trip duration: 23 Days
Grade: Strenuous Trek - Grade Explanation
Activity: Sightseeing & trekking
Starts in: Kathmandu
Ends in: Kathmandu
Trek type: FOT (Fully Organized Trek or Camping Trek)
Transportation: Flights, private car or tourist bus
Accommodation: Hotel & camping
Maximum altitude: 5000m

Makalu Base Camp Trip Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrive Kathmandu
Day 02 - Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
Day 03 - Fly Kathmandu - Tumlingtar [460m] & trek to Khandbari [1040m]
Day 04 - Trek to Fururu [1900m]
Day 05 - Trek to Num [1490m]
Day 06 - Trek to Sedua [1460m]
Day 07 - Trek to Tashi gaon [2070m]
Day 08 - Trek to Kauma [3470m]
Day 09 - Trek to Mumbuk [3570m]
Day 10 - Trek to Nhe Kharka [3000m]
Day 11 - Trek to Sherson [4615m]
Day 12 - Trek to Makalu Base camp [5000m]
Day 13 - Rest day - Exploration
Day 14 - Trek to Nhe Kharka [3000m]
Day 15 - Trek to Mumbuk [3570m]
Day 16 - Trek to Kauma [3470m]
Day 17 - Trek to Tashi Gaon [2070m]
Day 18 - Trek to Balung [760m]
Day 19 - Trek to Pukuwa [550m]
Day 20 - Trek to Bumling [370m]
Day 21 - Trek to Tumlingtar [460m]
Day 22 - Fly to Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel
Day 23 - Departur from Kathmandu

Price

Camping full Board
Price per person on twin sharing:
2 persons: USD 3522
3-5 persons: USD 3264
6-9 persons: USD 3000
10-14 persons: USD 2730
Single supplement: USD 96 per person

Price Includes

Fully Catered Camping Trek
National park fees
Domestic airfare as per the itinerary
Airport transfers and escort
All guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with entry fees.
3 nights’ accommodation at 3 star hotel in Kathmandu on double sharing with breakfast
Transfers as per the itinerary in private vehicle

Price Excludes

International flight & departure tax
Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
Tips, any expenses of personal nature,

Client’s insurance