Makalu Base Camp Trek

Overview

Although it is the fifth-highest mountain in the world (8,481 m), Makalu is relatively difficult to reach, making the climb to its base camp less popular. There are daily flights to Tumlingtar, which is a few hours' drive from the trailhead, and affordable lodges along the road, so getting there isn't too difficult. The Makalu Base Camp walk is a great option for those who enjoy the outdoors and wish to see a range of landscapes, cultures, and unusual views of some of the world's tallest mountains, including Everest.

You will go through some of the last remaining untouched forest and alpine meadows in Nepal as you ascend, passing through rhododendron woods (particularly beautiful in the spring when the flowers blossom in amazing colors of red, purple, pink, and white) and cloud forests. The Barun River Valley is followed by rugged sandstone cliffs, glaciers, and breathtaking waterfalls as you continue deeper into the mountains. The Sherpa people, a Tibetan ethnic group that primarily inhabits close to Everest, live at higher altitudes. The rarely viewed Kangshung face of Everest, as well as Lhotse, Chamlang, and Kanchenjunga in the far east, are all magnificently seen from Makalu Base Camp. With a total area of 2,330 square kilometers, Makalu Barun National Park is the eighth-largest in Nepal. Nepal is home to some of the country's rarest plants and animals, including the red panda.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival to Kathmandu Airport ( 1400m ,4593ft )

To have some extra time to get ready for the trek, try arriving in Kathmandu during the day or early in the morning. When you arrive at the airport, you will be greeted by our representative and driver. They will accompany you to the hotel. One of us will be there for a coffee meeting to brief you about your treks and let you know about necessary items or treks. checking your equipment and clothing. If necessary, do some last-minute shopping to make sure you have all the gear and accessories. You will meet with other team members for a welcome dinner in the late evening.

Day 2 : Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and drive to Num (1505m,4937ft)

Day 3 : Trek To Seeduwa (1530m,5019ft)

Day 4 : Trek to Tashi Gaon (2065m,6774ft)

Day 5 : Trek to Khongma danda (3562m, 11686 ft)

Day 6 : Trek To Dobate (3550m ,11843 ft )

Day 7 : Trek To Yangle Kharka ( 3550m , 11646 ft )

Day 8 : Trek To Langmale Kharka (4510m, 14796ft )

Day 9 : Acclimatization Day at Langmale Kharka

Day 10 : Trek To Makalu Base Camp ( 4870m,15977ft)

Day 11 : Explore Makalu Base Camp (4870m,15977 ft)

Day 12 : Trek Back To Yangle Kharka ( 3610m, 11843 ft )

Day 13 : Trek To Dobate (3562m,11686 ft)

Day 14 : Trek To Danda Kharka (3562m,11686ft)

Day 15 : Trek To Seeduwa (1530m, 5019ft)

Day 16 : Trek and Drive To Tumlingtar (518m,1699ft)

Day 17 : Fly Back To Kathmandu

Trip code
Package name	Makalu Base Camp Trek
Duration	19
Max. elevation	4870 m
Level	CHALLENGING
Transportation	Private Transportation & Flight
Accomodation	Guesthouse
Starts at	Kathmandu
Ends at	Kathmandu
Trip route	Tumlingtar-Yangle Kharka-MBC-Seeduwa-Tumlingtar
Cost	USD 2,100 per person