Makalu Base Camp Trek

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17 daysDuration

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1 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

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5250mHighest point reached

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Kathmandu, Nepal

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Explore Makalu Base Camp

Explore views of eastern Nepal from Kangchenjunga Pass

Nepal's rarest fauna, such as the Red Panda, snow leopard, musk deer

Spectacular view of mount Everest(8,849m), Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Baruntse,

Itinerary

For trekkers eager to experience Nepal’s remote wilderness, the Makalu Base Camp Trek offers a 17-day journey into one of the country’s most untouched regions. Starting from Tumlingtar, this adventure ascends the Arun river valley, crosses the challenging Shipton La Pass, and ventures into the upper Barun river valley—culminating at Makalu Base Camp, nestled at 5,250 meters beneath the world’s fifth-highest peak. This trek is renowned for its pristine beauty, abundant wildlife, and the sense of isolation rarely found elsewhere in the Himalayas. With visits to Makalu Barun National Park and the chance to spot peaks like Kangchungtse and Chomo Lonzo, this trek stands out for its authentic wilderness experience, appealing to seasoned trekkers yearning for adventure off the beaten path.

day 1Kathmandu – Tumlingtar – Num [1,980m/6,497 ft]

A 50-minute flight takes you from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar. It is a pleasant flight with lovely views of the surrounding countryside and urban areas. As soon as you leave Kathmandu for Tumlingtrar at the Tribhuvan International Airport, your journey officially begins. You will land at Tumlingtar after seeing the captivating and gorgeous views from the air. From Chichila, it is a short stroll through quaint towns and verdant woodlands. Finally, Num is lying at the end of a ridge that offers spectacular views on both sides. We spend the night in a nearby resort in Num.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 2Num – Seduwa [1,500m/4,922 ft]

day 3Seduwa – Tashi Gaon [2,100m/6,890 ft]

day 4Tashi Gaon – Khongma Danda [3,500m/11,483 ft]

day 5Acclimatization/Rest at Khongma Danda

day 6Khongma Danda – Dobate

day 7Dobate – Yangri Kharka [3,557m/11,670 ft]

day 8Yangri Kharka – Langmale Kharka [4,410m/14,468 ft]

day 9Langmale Kharka – Makalu Base Camp [4,870m/15,978 ft]

day 10Explore Makalu Base Camp

day 11Makalu Base Camp – Yangri Kharka:

day 12Yangri Kharka – Dobate:

day 13Dobate – Khongma Danda

day 14Khongma Danda – seduwa

day 15Seduwa – Num

day 16Num – Tumlingtar

day 17Tumlingtar – Kathmandu:

What's Included

10 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches and 10 Dinners

What's Excluded

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