Makalu Base Camp Trekking

Difficulty:

Strenuous trekking to altitudes of 3000 m/10000 ft - 4000 m/13000 ft for up to 7 hours a day, sometimes including excursions or pass crossings up to 5000 m/16500 ft. Some pre-trek training is advisable. Hill walking experience, a reasonably fit body and good stamina are essential for these kinds of treks.

Altitude:

5000 m.

Duration:

22 Nights/ 23 Days

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Makalu Base Camp trek is an absolutly amazing, still very untouched area in the northwestern corner of the Sankhuwasabha district. To the west, it is bordered by the Everest region, to the north by Tibet, to the east by the Arun river and to the south by the Sabha river. It just so happens that this very pristine area was dedicated into a national park and conservation area in the early 1990's. The park is still at its beginning stages. Though struggling to make its mark, it has done fairly well. Unlike the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), the Makalu Barun Conservation Project (MBCP) is set up a little differently. Makalu-Barun National Park, a virtually uninhabited 1500-km2 area of Eastern Nepal, is very close to virgin wilderness. This remote terrain stretches East from Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park, between the high plateau of Tibet and the deep subtropical gorge carved by the Arun River. There are spectacular views of rugged Himalayan peaks, including Mt. Makalu (8463m), fifth highest in the world, Mt. Chamlang (7319 m) and Mt. Baruntse (7129m). Within 40 kms, these high peaks descend to the Arun River at 670m. The Makalu-Barun Valley provides stunning contrasts, where high waterfalls cascade into deep gorges, craggy rocks rise from lush green forests, and colorful flowers bloom beneath white snow peaks.

Day 01 - Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. Alt. 1,350m / 4,428ft.
Day 02 - Sightseeing around the Kathmandu valley and spare time to prepare for the trek.
Day 03 - Fly to Tumling Tar Alt. 937m/3,073 ft. (1 hr)
Day 04 - Trek to Manebhanjyng Alt. 1,080m /3,542 ft. (5 hrs).
Day 05 - Trek to Chichila Alt. 2,000m / 6,560 ft. (6 hrs).
Day 06 - Trek to Num Alt. 1,600m / 5,248 ft. (6 hrs).
Day 07 - Trek to Seduwa Alt. 1,650m / 5,412 ft. (5 hrs).
Day 08 - Trek to Tashi Gaon Alt. 2,200m / 7,216 ft. (4 1/2 hrs).
Day 09 - Trek to Kauma Dada Alt. 3,500m / 11,480 ft. (6 1/2 hrs).
Day 10 - Trek over Keke La Pass (4,200m) & Tutu La Pass (4,200m) - Mumbuk Alt. 3,610m / 11,840 ft. (7 hrs).
Day 11 - Trek to Yangre Kharka Alt. 3,520m / 11,545 ft. (6 1/2 hrs).
Day 12 - Trek to Jark Kharka Alt. 4,360m / 14,300 ft. (6 hrs).
Day 13 - Trek to Makalu Base Camp 5,000m / 16,400 ft. (5 1/2 hrs)
Day 14 - Free day to visit Barun Pokhari (holy lake) & Barun Glacier view point.
Day 15 - Trek to Yangre Kharka Alt. 3,520m / 11, 545 ft. (6 hrs).
Day 16 - Trek to Mumbuk Alt. 3,610m / 11,840 ft. (6 hrs).
Day 17 - Trek back over Keke La Pass & Tutu La Pass - Kauma Dada Alt. 3,500 / 11,480 (6hrs).
Day 18 - Trek to Seduwa Alt. 1,650m / 5,412 ft. (5hrs).
Day 19 - Trek to Yaphu Alt. 1000m / 3,280 ft. (5 1/2hrs).
Day 20 - Trek to Bumlingphant Alt. 980m / 3,214 ft. (5 hrs).
Day 21 - Trek to Balawa Alt. 970m / 3,181 ft. (4 hrs).
Day 22 - Trek to Tumling Tar Alt. 937m/ 3,073 ft. (4hrs).
Day 23 - Fly back to Kathmandu (1 hr).
Trip Starts Trip Ends  
March 1, 2012 March 23, 2012
March 24, 2012 April 15, 2012
April 16, 2012 May 8, 2012
May 9, 2012 May 31, 2012
September 16, 2012 October 8, 2012
October 9, 2012 October 31, 2012
November 1, 2012 November 23, 2012
November 24, 2012 December 16, 2012

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    When it comes to money we would like to explain you, what you are paying for. And the reason is very simple. We are a local company providing world-wide travelers with quality international service. We have factory-gate prices, which are fully inclusive with no hidden costs. Being one of the most leading trekking companies in Nepal, we easily guarantee your safety, satisfaction and long-lasting deep memories. After all, this is the core reason of you being here. For your own convenience you can check our recently traveled customers feedback on one of the world’s trusted travel advice websites - Trip Advisor and Lonely Planet guidebook. It is all about those great experiences that you carry within your heart, and we are its providers in the country for trekking.

Cost Includes:

  • International & domestic airport transfers as per the itinerary.
  • Internal transport and flight within Nepal as per the itinerary.
  • 3 meals a day while trekking (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) as indicated by the itinerary.
  • Accommodation while trekking in twin sharing basis tents or local lodges / guesthouses.
  • All trekking and climbing related permit & fees.
  • English speaking, professional guides and porters.

Cost Excludes:

  • International air fare to/ from Nepal.
  • Lunch and dinner prior to the trek, please allow US$ 20 per day.
  • Meals at airports and whilst in Kathmandu/ Pokhara - allow $20 per day.
  • Entry Visa fees - at present $25 for 15 day & US$ 40 for 30 day visa on entry in Nepal.
  • Insurance which covers, medical, emergency evacuation, lost, theft expenses.
  • Drinks; both alcoholic and bottled other than sterilized drinking water.
  • Laundry fee.
  • All the foods and beverages other than the itinerary. 
  • Personal gears and expenses.
  • Tips and gratitude provided to staffs.


    Note:  Airfare is not included in the tour price.

Trip Facts

Region:
Makalu Region
Activities:
Nepal Trekking
Type:
Walking and Trekking
Seasons:
Mar - May , Sep - Dec
Group size:
2 - 10 pax
Transportation:
Fly in / Out
Trip Start/End:
Kathmandu / Kathmandu

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