Nepal

Makalu Base Camp

An exciting Trekking experience

Makalu base camp trek 22 days course lays in the region of Makalu Barun National Park and Conservation Area in the core of Eastern Nepal. The fundamental point of convergence of this trek is Makalu Barun National Park in Solukhumbhu and Sankhuwasabha locale. The National Park is built up in 1992. Makalu trekking is once in the past a limited trekking region, it degree five noteworthy environmental zones where the lavish, tropical Arun Valley, thick woods or rhododendron and fir and elevated glades can be discovered that lead to the relentless Barun icy mass. Mount Makalu (8463m) the world's fifth most noteworthy pinnacle; Chamlang Himal and Barun Valley are the significant gems of this Trekking region. Makalu trekking area and Everest trekking district are near one another. Makalu Base Camp Trekking is testing and a remarkable and the trek up to Makalu Base Camp Trip is a standout amongst the most remote and unfrequented trekking territories of Trekking in Nepal.

Group Size
2+
22 days
4,870 m
Moderate
Trans Alps Adventure
The Journey Begins Here

Detailed Itinerary

  • Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)
    Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, a representative from Mountain Sun Valley Treks will pick us up from the airport and take to your hotel.
  • Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing
    Today, we will have a tour of World Heritage Sites including historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, the famous ‘Monkey Temple’ (Swayambhunath) and Buddhist shrine (Bouddhanath).
  • Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar then drive to Chichira (1,980m/6497ft): 50 mins flight, 3-4 hours drive
    We fly to Tumlingtar after breakfast and meet the rest of the crew members who will also be joining us for the trek. Next, we drive to Chichira, a small Gurung settlement.
  • Day 04: Chichira to Num (1,560m/5119ft): 6-7 hours
    A moderately paced walk through the picturesque villages and lush mountain forests will take us to Num. A ridge line with great views on both side and perched on the end, this is Num for us.
  • Day 05: Num to Seduwa (1,500m/4922 ft): 6-7 hours
    A steep descent through forests and terraced farms takes us to Barun River. We cross the river and follow an equally steep ascent up the other side again.
  • Day 06: Seduwa to Tashigaon (2,100m/6890ft): 4-5 hours
    Ascend the ridge bounded by the Ipsuwa Khola on the west and Kasuwa Khola to the east. Crossing the hillside through quiet villages and passing by small paddy fields, we reach the exotic village of Tashi Gaon. Once there, we are surrounded by breathtaking Himalayan panorama.
  • Day 07: Tashigaon to Khongma Danda (3,500m/11,483 ft): 6-7 hours
    This will be a bit of a tough day as we have to walk on a steep trail in higher elevation. We will ascend through forests to a stream and then onto a ridge. From here the trail gets even steeper and passes a Kharka (grazing land) and finally follows a series of rough stone stairs and small lakes ascending to the top of the ridge. From here it’s a short way down to Khongma Danda.
  • Day 08: Acclimatization/Rest
    The day off will allow some bodily rest before we take on crossing of the Shipton La the next day. For those who wish to explore the nearby surrounding can walk around the area.
  • Day 09: Khongma Danda to Dobate: 6-7 hours
    Climb towards the summit of the Shipton La (pass) which takes a few hours to reach. After the lake Kalo Pokhari (3930m), pass over the Keke La at 4,170m. We can see the marvelous views of Chamlang (7321m), Peak 6 (6,524m) and Peak 7 (6,758m). After crossing the Keke La pass, we descend through the beautiful valley to Dobate.
  • Day 10: Dobate to Yangri Kharka (3,557m/11,670 ft): 6-7 hours
    From Dobate, we pass through the rhododendron forest which leads to the Barun River and the upper reaches of the valley. We should be very careful during the first two hours of trek as the trail is steep and arduous. We then take a pleasant walk, slowly gaining altitude until we arrive at Yangri Kharka situated at the base of the valley.
  • Day 11: Yangri Kharka to Langmale Kharka: (4,410m/14,468ft): 5-6 hours
    Following a moderate walk to the valley, we pass through yak pastures, lush forests and boulder fields. The valley walls tower imposingly above us during the start of the trek. We pass Merek as we make our way further up and notice a significant rise in the scenic Himalayan views.
  • Day 12: Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp: (4,870m/15,978ft): 6-7 hours
    Today is the day we make it to the Base Camp. From Langmale Kharka we make our way up to Shershong and eventually to Makalu Base Camp. The trail is flat with icy glaciers and snow clad mountains accompanying us. Mount Makalu comes into view as we approach Shershong. As we make our way to the camp, we get to soak in the majestic Himalayan panorama surrounding us.
  • Day 13: Explore Makalu Base Camp
    The Base Camp is a rocky barren place with the large Barun Glacier beyond it. From here we can see the magnificent south face of Makalu and the complete panorama of Everest and Lhotse. We can explore the surrounding lakes, glaciers and go for a short trek up where we may celebrate our accomplishment at the camp itself.
  • Day 14: Makalu Base Camp to Yangri Kharka: 6-7 hours
    We descend down from the base camp and take our last glimpse of Makalu before turning the corner and heading back. On our way down, we pass through Shershong, Langmale Kharka, Merek and descend down the valley finally stopping at Yangri Kharka.
  • Day 15: Yangri Kharka to Dobate: 6-7 hours
    From Yangri Kharka we descend through rock falls, green forests and valley, making our way towards Dobate. We follow the river banks of Barun as we descend down the trail.
  • Day 16: Dobate to Khongma Danda: 5-6 hours
    We begin the trek with steep climb from Dobate to Mumbuk (Nambuk) and through a forest of firs and rhododendrons. We then cross the Keke La, Tutu La (Shipton’s Pass) and Kauma La en route. Next, we descend to Khongma Danda again.
  • Day 17: Khongma Danda to Tashigaon: 4-5 hours
    The trek continues with frequent long and steep descent cutting through the hillsides. The trail takes us through thick forests and finally making it to the indigenous Sherpa village of Tashigaon.
  • Day 18: Tashigaon to Seduwa: 4-5 hours
    We retrace our steps as we exit the Makalu Barun National Park and descend down to the Barun River. We then cross the hillside and come across villages and settlements as we move further down finally stopping at Seduwa again.
  • Day 19: Seduwa to Num: 5-6 hours
    We leave Seduwa and trek through lush forests towards Num. The trail goes up and down and passes through dense forests and Sherpa villages as we move downwards.
  • Day 20: Num to Tumlingtar: 6-7 hours
    Again we retrace our footsteps to Chichira from where we can savor the glorious vista of Mount Makalu for the last time. The final return leg of the trek will see us overnight at Tumlingtar, ready for an early departure to Kathmandu the following day.
  • Day 21: Tumlingtar to Kathmandu: 50 mins flight
    Today, we fly back to Kathmandu after our long trek in the mountains. We can rest and relax throughout the day at our hotel.
  • Day 22: Final departure
    Mountain Sun Valley Treks representative will drop you off at the airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What preparations should I make before trekking?

It is always a good idea to involve yourself in doing physical exercises before trekking. Not that you have to be all athletic and muscular to trek. An average level of physical fitness will make the journey less stressful.

Is drinking water easily available?

Availability of drinking water is not the problem. The problem is the cost of it at higher altitude. As you gain height, the price of water rises up to 2-3$ per liter.An alternative way of getting drinking water is by having your water bottles filled in tea houses. Tea houses will provide you boiled water for about 1$ per liter. They are completely safe for drinking.

What kind of food is available during trekking?

Food is not of any concern while trekking. You will get all kinds of cuisines. For breakfast, tea houses will provide you with eggs cooked in your preferred style along with pan cakes, bread butter, roti, and so on.Various other dishes like pizza, pasta, momo, chowmein and many more are also available. The most preferred dish is Dal Bhaat. It is a typical Nepali meal. Rice is served with vegetable curry, lentils, tomato chutney and meat curry.

What are the risks associated with trekking?

Trekking is an extreme sport and does come with a lot of risks. Some unavoidable risks are avalanche, heavy rainfall, earthquake, landslide and other such natural calamities.You might fall and injure yourself or catch some viral flue. The deadliest risk of trekking is AMS or Acute Mountain Sickness. This sickness occurs when a great altitude is gained and the body fails to adjust to the changing pressures associated with it. Anyone can fall a victim of the sickness and if not treated in time, it can be fatal.

Do I need a guide/porter to trek?

There is no such hard and fast rule that you must have one. But it is highly advisable to travel with them. Some of the treks cannot be trekked without a guide most of them are the restricted ones.

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