Trip code | MBCT-24 |
Package name | Makalu Base Camp Trek |
Duration | 22 Days |
Max. elevation | 4870 Meter |
Level | MODERATE |
Transportation | private vehicles and flight tickets |
Accomodation | Three-star hotel in Kathmandu; and teahouse lodges, homestay during the trek |
Starts at | kathmandu |
Ends at | Kathmandu |
Trip route | Kathmandu-Tumlingtar-Chichira-Num-Seduwa-Tashigaon-Khongma Danda-Dobate-Yangri Kharka-Langmale Kharka-Makalu Base camp-Yangri Kharka-Dobate-Khongma Danda-Tashigaon-Seduwa-Tumlingtar-Tumlingtar-Kathmandu |
Cost | USD 2,387 per person |
After your arrival in Kathmandu Valley, a representative will attend to you and drop you at the hotel. Our representatives will help you check in and introduce you to the dos and don'ts around the place. You can rest for the day and will be served authentic Nepali cuisine as the first introduction to Nepalese culture.
After your breakfast, you will go on a short tour around the valley visiting the most historical and spiritual attractions. Some of these heritages are enlisted in World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Pashupatinath is one of the largest temples for Lord Shiva which attracts domestic and foreign tourists from South Asia. The Swayambhunath is popular as Monkey Temple among fellow tourists and provides a wonderful view of the valley. Bouddhanath is one of the largest stupas and depicts Tibetian culture. You can immerse yourself in the religious activities happening here. Past afternoon, you will have a pre-trip discussion with the trek leader and your fellow acquaintances.
Taking an early start, you will fly over the high hills reaching Tumlingtar in 50 minutes. You will drive to Chichara from Tumlingtar and after 3 to 4 hours you will reach a small Gurung settlement and stay overnight prepping for the trek starting tomorrow.
You will head towards Num after your breakfast. The trek is moderately paced walking you through the picturesque villages, and lush forests. Num is a ridgeline with stunning views on either side and is perched on the end.
After a warm breakfast, you will descend through the steep forest and terraced farms reaching the Barun river. Cross the river and ascend to the other side. The trek is moderately hot but the forests will offer soothing shade. You will register your permit as you enter the Makalu National Park starting here. You will set out camps after reaching the top.
You will ascend the ridge bounded by the Ipsuwa Khola to the west and Kasuwa Khola to the east. You will trek through the quiet villages and paddy fields reaching Tashi Gaon. The village offers an enticing Himalayan panorama.
Today you will ascend higher through the forests, streams, and onto a ridge. Trekking into even higher altitude, the forests blend into grazing lands, and following rough stone stairs and small lakes, you ascend to the top of the ridge. A short walk reaches Khongma danda for an overnight stay there.
Today, you will allow your body to get acquainted with the climate and high altitude. You can relax and explore the place and go for a short hike around the area.
Climbing towards the summit of the Shipton La pass, you will reach lake Kalo Pokhari (3930m), and pass over the KeKe La(4170m). You can enjoy the marvelous views of Chamlang (7321m), Peak 6 (6524m), and Peak 7 (6758m). After crossing the Keke La pass, you will reach Debate after a short descent.
You will pass through the rhododendron forest reaching the Barun River, and the upper valley. The trek is difficult and tiring due to the steep trail. After a few hours, the trek gets comfortable and slowly gains altitude. You will reach Yangri Kharkha which is situated at the base of the valley.
A moderate walk to the valley passes through pasture lands, dense forests, and boulder fields. You will pass Merek on your way to the top, gaining scenic Himalayan views. You will also prepare for your ascent to the summit tomorrow.
From Langmale Kharkha, you will make your way up to the Shershong and to the Makalu Base Camp. The trail is flat, but with icy glaciers and snow-clad mountains. Mt. Makalu appears closer as you approach Shershong. You will get soaked into the majestic Himalayan panorama and enjoy the amazing landscapes as you make your way to the camp.
The Base Camp is a barren place with a large Barun Glacier beyond it. You can enjoy the magnificent south face of Mount Makalu and the wide panorama of Everest and Lhotse. You have enough time to marvel at the surrounding lakes, glaciers, and short hikes from the camp. You can celebrate your great fleet at the camp itself.
From the camp, you bid farewell to the mighty mountains and head back. You will descend through the Shershong, Langmale Kharka, and Merek finally stopping at Yangri Kharkha for an overnight stay.
You will descend further through the rock falls, green forests, and valley towards Debate. Following the river banks of Barun river, you reach Debate. Overnight stay at Dobate.
The trek begins with a steep climb to Mumbuk through the forest of firs and rhododendrons. Cross the Keke La, Tutu La, and Kauma La enjoying the wonderful scenery. Finally, descend to Khongma danda for an overnight stay.
The steep descending trail passes through the hillsides. As you descend further, you reach the thick forests and into the indigenous Sherpa village of Tashi Gaon.
You will exit the Makalu Barun National Park and descend down to the Barun River. Cross the hillsides, and several villages and settlements descending further into Seduwa for overnight stay.
Bidding farewell to Seduwa, you trek through the dense forests and Sherpa villages descending further into Num. Overnight stay at Num.
You will return to Chichiri from Num, savoring the glorious vistas of Mount Makalu. Trekking further reaches Tumlingtar for an overnight stay. You will relax and prepare for your return to the Kathmandu Valley.
You will fly back to Kathmandu after the wonderful, strenuous, and long trek. The short flight is scheduled early giving you plenty of time to rest, organize your photos, shop for souvenirs, and exchange contacts. You will receive a farewell dinner from our team and a celebration of accomplishment.
The wonderfully long and amazing trek ends today. Today, our representatives will drop you back at the airport before your scheduled flight. As you onboard your flight and depart to the clouds, the memories of the trek will keep you awake, willing to come back to Nepal for yet another wonderful memory to create.