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Makalu Base Camp Trek

Makalu Base Camp Trek
Overview
  • Grade: moderate
  • Duration: 17 Days
  • Destination:
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  • Best Seasons: Autumn (Sep to Dec) & Spring ( Feb to May)
  • Minimum Altitude: 285m
  • Highest Altitude: 5000m (base camp altitude)
  • Start-Ends: kathmandu- kathmandu
  • Per day walking: 5 to 6 hours
  • Type of trek: offbeat and camping trek (remote area trekking)
  • Min. Pax: 2+
  • Mode of Travel: bus and flight
  • Mode of Travel: Makalu region.
  • Nearest Major Airport: tumlingtar domestic airport
  • Convenient Centers: kathmandu
  • Destination: Makalu Base camp
  • Culture: Sherpa, Rai, Limbu culture
  • Himalayan Sights: mount Everest, mount Kanchenjunga, mount Lhotse, mount Makalu, mount Chamlang, mount Baruntse, and Mera peak

 

Embark on the Makalu Base Camp Trek, an awe-inspiring journey through the majestic Makalu region, home to the fifth highest mountain in the world. Located in the Sankhuwasabha district of Province 1, Nepal. Mount Makalu stands tall as a four-sided pyramid, offering a challenging yet immensely rewarding experience for trekkers.

Despite its beauty, Makalu Base camp Trek is underrated. This is because of its challenging terrain and weather. However, for adventurers, it’s a paradise. You can leave your footprints in its stunning landscapes.

The Makalu Base Camp Trek treats trekkers to unparalleled views of several of Nepal’s highest peaks, including Mount Everest, Mount Kanchenjunga, Mount Lhotse, Mount Makalu, and more. The journey takes you through the stunning Makalu Barun Valley National Park, the eighth largest park in Nepal. This national park is renowned for its rich biodiversity. Here, you can encounter rare species of flora and fauna, the elusive snow leopard, red panda, and  bird species.

The trek presents two main routes: one leading to Makalu Base Camp and the other to Barun Valley from Num Village. Along the trail, you’ll traverse dense rhododendron forests, witness majestic waterfalls, and marvel at the lush green landscapes. Highlights include Dudh Pokhari at Makalu Base Camp, the origin of the Barun River, and the sacred Buddhist site of Gufa Danda or Khembalung Cave.

Immerse yourself in the local culture and traditions as you interact with the Rai, Limbu, and Sherpa ethnic groups along the way. Explore villages like Tumlingtar and discover ancient Buddhist caves and pilgrimage sites such as Shiva Dhara in Yangley Kharka.

The trek also features four high passes—Kongma La, Shipton La, Keke La, and Tutu La—each offering breathtaking panoramas of the surrounding mountains. Shiva Dhara in Yangley Kharka, known as the “Kailash of the East,” serves as a sacred pilgrimage site for Hindus.

In conclusion, the Makalu Base Camp Trek promises an unforgettable adventure, combining stunning natural beauty, diverse wildlife, cultural immersion, and physical challenges. Prepare to be captivated by the wonders of Nepal’s Makalu region as you embark on this remarkable journey.

for more information on Makalu Barun valley https://ntb.gov.np/makalu-barun-national-park

for more information on Mt.Makalu (8,463m) you can visit https://ntb.gov.np/makalu

HIGHLIGHTS OF MAKALU BASE CAMP TREK:

  • Majestic view of the most beautiful Mountain Peaks such as Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, and Mt. Chamlang along with eastern Nepal, as far away as Kanchenjunga.
  • Witness the isolated lifestyle of culturally and ethnically rich people like Shingsawa (Bhote), Rai, and Sherpas.
  • Encounter some of the rarest and endangered wildlife in Nepal including the snow leopard (Heu Chitwa).
  • Explore the glorified beauty of Makalu Barun National Park.
  • Wide range of vegetation.

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 01 : Arrival at kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
  • Day 02 : Fly fro kathmandu to Tumlingtar (35 min flight) then drive to Num (5 hours) and Trek to Sedua
  • Day 03 : Trek from sedua to Tashi gaon (6 hours)
  • Day 04 : Trek from Tashi gaon to khongma danda
  • Day 05 : Trek from khongma to Nhey kharka
  • Day 06 : acclimatization Day
  • Day 07 : Trek from Nhey kharka to Makalu Base Camp (5000m)
  • Day 08 : Makalu Base Camp Review
  • Day 09 : MBC to Nhey kharka
  • Day 10 : Trek back from Nhey kharka to khongma danda
  • Day 11 : Trek from khongma danda to Tashi gaon
  • Day 12 : Trek from Tashi gaon to Nurbu gaon
  • Day 13 : Trek from Nurbu gaon to walung
  • Day 14 : Trek from walung to Dawadak
  • Day 15 : Trek from Dawadak to gauthala
  • Day 16 : Trek from gauthala to Tamku
  • Day 17 : Tamku to tumlingtar airport, back to kathmandu
  • Day 18 : Rest day at kathmandu.
  • Day 19 : fly back to home.
Itinerary

Detail Itinerary

  • Day 01: Arrival at kathmandu, transfer to hotel.

  • Day 02: Fly fro kathmandu to Tumlingtar (35 min flight) then drive to Num (5 hours) and Trek to Sedua

  • Day 03: Trek from sedua to Tashi gaon (6 hours)

  • Day 04: Trek from Tashi gaon to khongma danda

  • Day 05: Trek from khongma to Nhey kharka

  • Day 06: acclimatization Day

  • Day 07: Trek from Nhey kharka to Makalu Base Camp (5000m)

  • Day 08: Makalu Base Camp Review

  • Day 09: MBC to Nhey kharka

  • Day 10: Trek back from Nhey kharka to khongma danda

  • Day 11: Trek from khongma danda to Tashi gaon

  • Day 12: Trek from Tashi gaon to Nurbu gaon

  • Day 13: Trek from Nurbu gaon to walung

  • Day 14: Trek from walung to Dawadak

  • Day 15: Trek from Dawadak to gauthala

  • Day 16: Trek from gauthala to Tamku

  • Day 17: Tamku to tumlingtar airport, back to kathmandu

  • Day 18: Rest day at kathmandu.

  • Day 19: fly back to home.

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