Makalu Base Camp Trek.

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Trekking and Hiking Guided and Escorted

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15 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

15 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 70 yearsAge range for participants

English, NepaliGuide language

5100mHighest point reached

Starts

Kathmandu, Nepal

Ends

Kathmandu, Nepal

Highlights

Varieties of culturally and ethnically rich people like Brahman, Chhetri and Many more.

Eye Catching view of including Mt. Everest, Makalu,

Camping at alpine meadows at the base of Mt. Makalu viewing neighbouring peaks.

The trek therefore passes through a wide diversity of ecosystems and cultures.

Makalu Base Camp Trek.

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Itinerary

Makalu Base Camp Trek calls to those who dream of untouched wilderness and spectacular Himalayan panoramas. Towering at 8,462m, Mount Makalu is the world’s fifth-highest peak, and this route—set between Nepal and Tibet—showcases the region’s remarkable cultural and ecological diversity.

The tour package begins amid the lowland forests of Tumlingtar, following the Arun River into Makalu Barun National Park, and ascending through villages inhabited by Brahman, Rai, Gurung, and Tamang communities. Here, rare bird species and lush vegetation thrive. A highlight is the crossing of Shipton Pass at 4,500m, after which trekkers follow the Barun River to Makalu Base Camp, with awe-inspiring views of Makalu, Everest, and Lhotse.

The unique selling point of this journey is its deep sense of remoteness—perfect for trekkers seeking solitude far from the usual trails. The combination of rare wildlife, diverse cultures, and pristine alpine scenery makes this trip an exceptional adventure for those who crave the wild, unspoiled corners of the Himalayas.

day 1 - Fly to Tumlingtar and drive to Khandbari (1,067m)

Around 50 minutes flights from Tribhuan International Airport to Tumlingtar (450 m). Then take a drive to Khandbari. Short walk to the Camp.

Duration:01 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 2 - Trek from Khandbari to Sakurate (1,893m)

Walk up the ridge to the village of Mane Bhanjyang(1158m) and on up through terraced fields through Pangma to Bhotebas, stretch of rhododendron forest to camp.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 3 - Trek from Sakurate to Num (1,524m)

The trail continues heading along the ridge, with rhododendron forest now dominant. The erstwhile forest on the slopes has been denuded to make way for cultivation.

Duration:5.5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 4 - Trek from Num to Seduwa (1,700m)

we get the get to the corn and buckwheat fields of Rumruma. The landscape is rocky and the terraces are very small. A long, difficult climb brings us to Seduwa (1460 m),

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 5 - Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaon(2,063m)

Climb to the north across cultivated terrace field and then passes the National Park Forest Project and reaches Manigaon. The last village we would see on the way to Makalu Base Camp.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 6 - Trek from Tashigaon to Kauma (2,500m)

Steep climb through forest, which can be magical in the early morning mist. The climb continues through Unshisa to Kauma.

Duration:5.5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 7 - Trek from Kauma to Mumbuk (3,500m)

Passing through forest before emerging on to a ridge with Mani walls, numerous prayer flags and superb mountain views, including Kanchenjunga to the east. Makalu trek path goes through La pass via Keke La pass (4230m) and Tutu La pass(4200m) where Chorten can be seen

Duration:6.5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 8 - Trek from Mumbuk to Nehe Kharka (3,660m)

The trial is indistinct along much of the route.It can also be slippery with numerous rock falls, following the Barn Khola along its northern bank.Trial goes through the seasonal settlement of Yangri Kharka.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 9 - Trek from Nehe Kharka to Sherson (4,720m)

crossing the Barun Khola by wooden bridge and uphill through forest, the river valley becomes increasingly steep, with waterfalls gushing picturesquely down sheer rock faces. The trail continues its hike past the tiny settlements of Jhark Kharka, Ramara and Mera.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 10 - Trek from Shershon to Makalu Base Camp (4,853m)

The trail climbs gradually to a minor pass above Makalu Base Camp. walking nearly one hour, we will be able to be the base camp. It is a rocky barren place with the large Barun Glacier beyond, will have an excellent view of Makalu, Baruntse (7220m), Peak 6 and Peak 7 and the complete panorama of Everest and Lhotse.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 11 - Trek from Nehe Kharka to Shipton La Camp

Trek through Mumbuk and ascend Shipton- La camp for the beautiful sunset views of Makalu and Chamlang.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 12 - Trek from Shipton La Camp and back to Seduwa

Get up early and have the sunrise panorama towards Kanchenjunga and descend towards Sedua for the halt.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 13 - Trek from Sedua to Mure

Descend across Arun and through Num camp at Mure.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 14 - Trek from Mure to Khandbari

Along the ridge and down to Khandbari.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 15 - Khandbari to Tumlingtar & fly back to Kathmandu

A short walk to Tumlingtar then fly to Kathmandu. Transfer to your Hotel in Kathmandu.

Duration:1 hours

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch