Makalu Base Camp Trek – 23 Days
Duration
Tour Type
Explore Tours
Country
Nepal
Duration
23 Days
Trip Grade
Very Strenuous
Best Season
Spring/Autumn
Altitude
4900m/16,076ft
Group Size
Min 2 Pax
Accomodation
N/A
Co-ordinates
N/A
Activity
N/A
Trek Style
Camping Trek
Transportation
Domestic Air / Land Transportation
Culture
N/A
Himalayan Sight
Mount Makalu, Chamlang, Baruntse, Lhotse, Everest, and Kangtega.
Airport
Domestic
Range
Makalu Himal Range and the Barun Valley area
Nepal is a country that offers you so many opportunities to get close to nature and even be one with it. One such activity is trekking in Nepal. When you trek in the hills of Nepal, you get to explore so many natural spectacles. Not just that, you also get a deep insight into the lives of people living in these parts of the country. The Makalu Base Camp Trek is one of those journeys that have a bit of both: an ideal amalgamation of natural and cultural wonders. It is also a great trekking option for adventure enthusiasts, as the trekkers are presented with quite a challenge.
The Makalu Base Camp trek is a 23-day-long journey, and during this time, you cover places such as Chichila, Num, Seduwa, and so on. The main attraction of the trek, without a doubt, is Makalu Base Camp. Situated at an elevation of 5000 m, the place offers excellent views of Makalu Mountain. On the trek, you also cross Shipton La and Keke La. These are two high-altitude mountain passes situated at an altitude above 4100 m. The journey starts and ends at Tumlingtar, which is one of the most beautiful Himalayan villages in the entire country.
Makalu Base Camp Trek Highlight
Makalu Base Camp trekking, or simply Makalu trekking, takes you through Makalu Barun National Park. It is one of the richest protected areas of Nepal when it comes to the numerous species of rare and endangered flora and fauna that consider this park their home. The park doesn’t just consist of these animals and plants but also the numerous other natural spectacles such as the mountains, glaciers, and most importantly the settlement areas and the people living in them. All these elements are part of this body known as Makalu Barun National Park.
One of the best things about the Makalu Base Camp trek is that it can be extended to include segments of the Everest and Kanchenjunga region as well. A popular trek covering the Makalu and Everest regions is the Amphu Laptsa Trek. The reason why it’s called the Amphu Laptsa trek is that you tend to cross Amphu Laptsa Pass during the journey. It is a pass that is tough to cross, and it is situated at an elevation of 5845 m. The entire Makalu Base Camp trek offers you magnificent views of some of the splendid peaks. Some of these include Mt. Makalu, Barun Tse, Pyramid Peak, Kali, and so many others. The journey offers you rich, unforgettable experiences.
Best Season For Makalu Trek
When it comes to traveling in Nepal, no matter what activity you choose to try during your stay here, the best time is between the months of September and November. The best season for the Makalu Trek is also no different. During this time, the weather is at an ideal state, allowing you to enjoy the best mountain views. You also tend to feel quite pleasant on the trek, as the weather is neither too hot nor too cold; rather, it’s bright and beautiful. This one is also the most crowded time of the year. You could also go for the Makalu Base Camp trek between March and May.
Makalu Base Camp Trek And Everest Base Camp Trek
Now, despite the fact that Everest Base Camp Trek and Annapurna Circuit trek are the two most popular treks in Nepal, it can be said with certainty that the Makalu Base Camp trek is no less than them. Even when you consider features such as natural and cultural spectacles, the intensity of challenges offered, and so on. Makalu Base Camp trek takes you to the base camp of Mount Makalu, which is the fifth highest mountain in the world. The views and closeness that you get to experience here are no way inferior to that of Everest Base Camp.
Slowly Makalu Base Camp trek is gaining popularity in a way that the trekkers choose this over other treks at any time of the day. You will have a great time trekking in Nepal no matter which trekking trip you go for. Makalu Base Camp Trek is a journey that takes you deep in the hills of eastern Nepal. On the trip, you also get a hint of or slight access to the Kanchenjunga and Everest regions.
Among the many mountain views that you get to enjoy on the trip also include the ones in the Everest and Kanchenjunga regions. The journey is ideal for you if you like challenges, as the trek presents to you so many of them. It is for a reason that the Makalu Base Camp trek is recommended only to the experienced ones, or the experts when it comes to trekking. Overall, it is a wonderful journey.
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Tour Plan
You will be welcomed by a Great Nepal Representative at the airport. From there, you will be transferred to the hotel. Freshen up and meet the representatives once again to get the brief about the Everest Three Pass Trek itinerary. In your free time, you can stroll around the capital city of Kathmandu. Overnight in a hotel in Kathmandu.
After breakfast you will be driven to Kathmandu Airport to board your hour long flight to Tumlingtar, a small hilly town located at Eastern Nepal. After a short introduction with Trekking Crew followed by trek briefing, start walking up to Khadbari. You will have your lunch en-route. Overnight at Tented Camp.
After breakfast, start your walk via many villages and Rhododendron Forests untill you reach Chichila, small Gurung village where you stay for Overnight today. Overnight at Tented Camp.
After breakfast walk uphill for around 2 hours with a panoramic view of Makalu and its sibling Mountains where you will have your lunch. After lunch descend for a while to reach Num where you camp for tonight. Num is a Village Development Committee in Sankhuwasabha District with many Tea houses and telephone facility. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Today descend steeply through Lumbang till you reach a Suspension bridge over Neguwa River. You will be amazed with the view of corn, barley and other seasonal crops and vegetables field and picturesque villages. Cross the bridge and ascend through villages until you reach Seduwa. Seduwa is a small village with check post and Makalu Conservation Area Office. Overnight at Tented Camp.
You will have a relatively easy day as you are walking on a flat trial with slight ascend until you reach Tashi Gaon, a large settlement of Sherpa. Tashi Gaon is also a last settlement around the valley. You will find many prayer flags waggling through the sky. Overnight at Tented Camp.
After breakfast we will start a steep ascend which will continue throughout the day. Walk through Rhododendron forests over a knoll and descend slightly until you reach Kauma (Kongma). Overnight at Tented Camp.
Today you will have a rest day at Kauma for acclimatization purpose. Explore surroundings and prepare your body at high altitude as the altitude increases significantly, the oxygen level starts to decrease. So, a day for acclimatization is strictly advisable for the adventure seekers. Overnight at Tented Camp
Start your day with steep ascend until Kalo Pokhari (3930m/12895ft) a picturesque lake. You will be rewarded with magnificent view of Mt. Chamlang (7290m), Peak 6 (6739m) and Peak 7 (6105m). Descend through firs and Rhododendron forests until you reach Mumbuk where you will set your camp for overnight. Overnight at Tented Camp.
After breakfast descend through steep trench. You will be amazed with the spectacular view of Mt. Tutse (Peak 6). Follow the rocky and slippery trial until you reach the grassy plain of Nehe Kharka. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Finish your breakfast and continue your strenuous and adventurous day leaving the Rhododendron forests and entering the alpine tundra as you turn to west. You will be greeted with the panoramic view of Pyramid Peak (7198m), Peak 4 (6720m) naming the few. This day you will gain a much altitude such as you should make up your mind and walk slowly until you reach Sherson. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Ascend through rocky glacier path until you reach Makalu Base Camp. You will be amazed with the panoramic view of Mt. Makalu (8463m), Baruntse (7152m), Kali Himal (6985m), Chamlang (7390m), Makalu II (7640m) and Mt Everest (8848m) itself. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Explore Makalu Base Camp and surroundings. Overnight at Tented Camp.
During our descend we will pass through Sherson, Langmale Kharka, Merek and then will reach to Yangri Kharka. Overnight at Tented Camp.
During descend; we will walk through rock falls, green forest and the valley following the bank of Barun. We will then descend the trail. Overnight at Tented Camp.
We will descend from Dobate to Mumbuk and crossing the Keke La, Tutu La (Shiptoin’s Pass) and Kauma La en route. Then, we will descend to Khongma Danda. Overnight at Tented Camp.
Today we will trek through thick forest and the Sherpa village of Tashi gaun. Overnight at Tented Camp.
On this day we will descend following the Barun River. We will cross villages and the settlements before we reach our destination. Overnight at Tented Camp.
The trail includes ascent and descent passing through dense forest and Sherpa villages. Overnight at Tented Camp.
We will track back to Tumlingtar sighting Mount Makalu for the last time. Overnight at Tented Camp.
We will fly back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival drive to hotel. Rest of the day free to explore on own. Overnight at the hotel.
The day begins with a cheerful breakfast at your hotel. Then, you go off to explore the city of temples. Our first stop is the sacred Hindu Temple, Pashupatinath. It is just 6 km away from the center of the city. This is one of the holiest places dedicated to Lord Shiva and also used as a cremation site by the Hindus. The temple situated on the banks of the Bagmati River and is decorated with beautifully carved silver doors and golden statues. Then, you will make it to the Boudhanath Stupa. Boudhanath is the largest spherical stupa in the world, also known as wish fulfilling Stupa. This site is also one of the most important pilgrimage sites of the Buddhist community. Finally, you will travel to Swayambhunath Stupa famously known as Monkey Temple. Listen to the story of how the temple was created. Enjoy a 360-degree view of the Kathmandu Valley from the temple. Evening you will have a Farewell cultural dinner with Authentic Nepalese cuisine. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
A Great Nepal representative will guide you to the airport some 3 hours before the flight. Have a safe journey ahead.
Included
- Inclusion
- All transportation using private vehicle as per itinerary including airport transfers.
- Three night accommodation in Kathmandu using Three Star Category Hotel on Twin Sharing basis with Breakfast
- Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu (Pashupatinath, Bouddhnath and Swoyambhunath) with monument Entrance Fees.
- Domestic Airfares (Kathmandu - Tumlingtar - Kathmandu) with Airport Tax.
- Organized camping trek with all necessary logistic arrangements and high quality equipments
- All your standard Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) followed by tea/hot drinks during the trek.
- An experienced English speaking Guide during the trek.
- The required number of staff and Porters, high altitude working crew to carry your luggage during the trek.
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine and transportation for all trekking/tour staff.
- Restricted Area Permit, TIMS (Trekker Information Management System) and other necessary permits.
- National Park/Conservation Area Permit Fees (Makalu Barun Conservation Area).
- First aid medical kit.
- Complementary farewell dinner with Cultural show and Authentic Nepalese Cuisine in Kathmandu.
- Service charges and government taxes.
Excluded
- Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu.
- Snacks, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, water and personal items, Wifi access fees in lodges, fees for hot showers, towels, laundry or other services and Personal trekking gear while trekking.
- Your travel insurance (compulsory), this must include helicopter rescue (Medical Tests and Hospitalization expenses. (These should be covered by your travel insurance provider)
- International airfare and airport departure tax
- Nepal entry visa cost. Most visitors can can obtain a visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. A multiple-entry tourist visa is good for 30 days and costs US$ 40 or equivalent in foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained for US$ 100. Please bring 2 passport-size photos.
- Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations like(natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances)
- Tips for trekking staff and driver. While tipping is not mandatory it is highly appreciated.
- Any other items not mentioned in the included section.
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