Transportation
Bus, Airlines
Accomodation
Hotel/Lodges
Maximum Altitude
5,416m
Departure City
Kathmandu
Best Season
Spring/Autumn
Language
English, French
Difficulty
Medium

Embark on an unforgettable journey with the Makalu Base Camp Trek, nestled in the eastern part of Nepal. Explore towering peaks, lush landscapes, and Sherpa villages on this 16-day trek. Our detailed itinerary ensures a seamless and breathtaking adventure, showcasing the beauty of Makalu, the fifth-highest mountain globally. Discover the allure of remote trails, alpine meadows, and pristine surroundings. Join us for an immersive Himalayan experience that goes beyond the ordinary.

Key Points:

Remote Beauty: Experience the pristine and less-trodden trails of Makalu which offers a sense of solitude and tranquility amid nature’s grandeur.
Rugged and Less – Frequented trails; Trek through challenging, untouched path away from crowds.
Immersive Nature Experience; connect deeply with nature in a remote and serene environment.
Panoramic View; view of Makalu base camp trek offers stunning, wide view of mt. Makalu, mt. Kanchenjunga and other Himalayan peak, along with beautiful valley, glacier and untouched landscape.
Local Expertise; our local guide and potter with deep knowledge of Makalu regions, geography, culture, and history will enhance your experience. they will introduce you to the local language, helping you connect with the community and gain a richer understanding of the areas.
Spiritual Significance; shiva Dhara a sacred site, is a place of spiritual reflection offering peace and tranquility to visitors during the trek.
Cultural Immersion: Interact with the warm-hearted Sherpa community. Staying in picturesque villages like Tashi Gaon and experiencing their rich culture and traditions.
Challenging Adventure: Navigate through diverse landscapes, from terraced fields to alpine meadows, as you ascend to the challenging Makalu Base Camp, ensuring a rewarding trekking experience.
Logistics Made Easy: Enjoy a hassle-free journey with well-organized logistics, comfortable accommodations, and reliable transportation, allowing you to focus on the adventure.

Book your Makalu Base Camp Trek today and unlock the door to an unparalleled Himalayan adventure!

**NOTE**

Cost Negotiable and depend on group size.
Cost depends on service taken full board /half board.
Itinerary is changeable and modifiable as per needs of the client .
Extra additional activities can be included like city tour, yoga trek ,city hike, rafting, cycling.

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The Makalu region is located in eastern Nepal, close to the Tibetan border. One of the Sherpa community’s less traveled trekking routes is this particular one.

This trek route passes through the Makalu Barun National Park, a conservation area known for its rich biodiversity. It is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including numerous species of orchids, rhododendron, and wildlife such as red pandas, Himalayan tahr, and numerous bird species. As you pass through this region, you will also be treated to stunning views of snow-capped peaks, including the world’s fifth-highest mountain, Mount Everest. The terrain of Makalu, which rises to 8485 meters (27838 feet), is diverse, ranging from alpine meadows to lush lowland forests.

Shiva Dhara is a very special side trip option that is well-known for its scenic beauty and cultural value from its historical Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimages. The focal point of Shiva Dhara is a waterfall that is revered as Lord Shiva’s most sacred tap. A massive 500-foot-tall waterfall is fed by a sinkhole on the face of a huge stone bluff.

Highlights

Scenic Diversity
Seclusion and less crowded.
The customs and heritage of the Sherpa people.
Panoramic View
Mount Makalu, at 8485 meters, is the fifth-highest mountain in the world.
Makalu Barun National Park
Possibilities for taking pictures of various landscapes, unusual plants and animals, and the spectacular mountain Mt. Makalu.
Sensation of adventure because of the difficult, rough trails and the isolated location.
Observing the way of life of the locals who reside there.
Shiv Dhara is a spiritual side trip option.

Day 1 :

Kathmandu to Tumlingtar via domestic flight, Drive to Num

After arriving at the airport in Kathmandu via your chosen airline, you will be greeted warmly by our staff or guide and taken to a hotel located in the center of the city. Take a 30-35-minute early-morning flight to Tumlingtar, then drive for two hours to arrive at your first day's destination, Num.

Day 2 :

Num to Seduwa (1500m)

Trekking through terraced fields, small village settlements, the Arun River, and up to Seduwa should start at this point. Walking hours of ascent and descent could make it difficult.

Day 3 :

Seduwa to Tashi gaun (2100m)

Reaching Tashi Gaun, a Sherpa community, requires traveling through the Makalu Barun National Park and taking in the scenery, especially the stunning, varicolored rhododendron and bamboo forests.

Day 4 :

Tashi gaun to Khongma (3500m)

You may reach Kongma via hiking through ascending alpine meadows, crossing multiple passes, and taking in the expansive views of Makalu and Chamlang.

Day 5 :

Acclimatization day at Khongma

It's crucial to allow yourself a day to acclimate, therefore today will consist of a quick hike and exploration of the nearby Khongma and adequate rest before continuing your adventure.

Day 6 :

Khongma to Dho bato (3650m)

You're physically and emotionally prepared for further trekking after acclimatization and relaxation, so start today by taking in the breathtaking panorama of Mount Makalu and surrounding peaks before descending to Dho Bato.

Day 7 :

Dho bato to Yangla Kharka (3557m)

Yangla Kharka can be reached by hiking through a thick forest, a grazing region, and over a few small rivers. (You will also have the opportunity to take a side journey to the spiritual site of Shiv Dhara from Yangla Kharka.)

Day 8 :

Yangla Kharka to Langma Lae (4410m)

Reach Yangla Kharka by ascending through alpine meadows and taking in the amazing view of Mount Baruntse and Mount Makalu.

Day 9 :

Langma lae to Makalu Base Camp

After eight days of trekking, you will finally arrive at Makalu Base Camp, where you may marvel at the up-close view of Mt. Makalu and other peaks while surrounded by towering peaks. Admiring the stunning dawn and sunset views from Makalu Base Camp.

Day 10 :

Exploring Makalu Base Camp.

Trekking via a glacier and through a rock-filled area to reach the actual Makalu Expedition Base Camp. After admiring Mount Everest up close and taking in views of Nuptse, Cho Oyu, Baruntse, and several other peaks, gradually descend to the hiking base camp where you will spend the night.

Day 11 :

Makalu Base Camp to Tadosha

Trek downhill, retracing the same path while taking in expansive vistas, gradually departing from breathtaking Mountain View, and descending to Tadosha

Day 12 :

Tadosha to dho bato (3650m)

Continue your trip downhill, since you will be losing more altitude than you did the day before. Regularly travel in a long, hilly, beautiful landscape, taking in the scenery and lifestyle of Dho Bato

Day 13 :

Dho bato to Dhara kharka

Trekking up and down, fitter than before, and full of priceless memories as you walk down the Barun River to enjoy it.

Day 14 :

Dhara kharka to Seduwa (1500m)

Continue descending down the same path, taking in more human settlements, witnessing local way of life, culture, and customs, and engaging in conversation with locals once you get in Seduwa.

Day 15 :

Seduwa to Chamling Kharka trek, and drive to Tumlingtar.

After arriving at Chamling Kharka, you will walk downward in less time than before for around two hours. It will take you about three hours to drive to Tumlingtar and rest.

Day 16 :

Tumlingtar to Kathmandu, Drive to Hotel

Return to Kathmandu by early morning flight, then proceed to the hotel BB plan and relax.

Makalu Base Camp Trekking | Barun Valley

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