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Makalu is famed not only for being the fifth highest mountain in the world, but also for its breathtaking beauty and biodiversity protected due to its remoteness.With over 3000 species of flowering plants and an astonishing array of birdlife and other animals, Makalu is the place to come for a private viewing of some of the finest scenery in the world. Makalu Base Camp trek will challenge you to see the world in a different way – you will be rewarded for your physical efforts with a beauty that is second to none. From your viewing tower of Base Camp you will get a unique sense of your place within the mountains and feel your spirit soar as the adrenaline of completing the challenge sinks in. Along the way you will feel that humanity is restored as you experience the simple pleasures of life with some of the world’s most hospitable and giving people that you will ever meet. You will feel like you have become part of the extended family whilst being one of a small group to experience this for yourself. Add to this, the joy of unzipping your tent in the morning to reveal the rising sun on the mountains and a team ready with hot washing water and a scrumptious breakfast…Truly amazing… what are you waiting for?

Trip Fact

  • Price starts

    USD 2900

  • Difficult

    Difficulty

    Difficult

  • Duration

    23 Days 22 Nights

  • Activity

    Trekking

  • Max. Altitude

    5000m

  • Season

    March to May, Sept - November

  • Accomodation

    Hotel, Camping

  • Destination

    Nepal

  • Trip Start

    Kathmandu

  • Trip End

    Kathmandu

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Difficulty level

Difficult

Difficult

Difficult treks involve you walking for at least 6-8 hours or more each day. You can expect to cross steep hilly terrain and occasional high passes with daily ascends and descends of around 500-1000m. These trails take you to remote environments with high altitude and extreme weather likely. Only basic facilities are available on some nights. Previous trekking experience, physical fitness and positive attitude are therefore essential.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel, welcome dinner, overnight Hotel.

Day 2

Half day sightseeing in Kathmandu, preparation day, overnight Hotel.

Day 3

Fly to Tumlingtar, drive to to Khandbari (1040m),overnight hotel.

Day 4

Trek to Chichila (1980m),5-6 hours, overnight tent.

Day 5

Trek to Mudhe (1945m), 5-6 hours, overnight tent.

Day 6

Trek to Sedua (1500m), 5 hours, overnight tent.

Day 7

Trek to Tashigaon (2100m), 4-5 hours, overnight tent.

Day 8

Trek to Khongma (3500m), 4-6 hours, overnight tent.

Day 9

Trek to Mumbuk (3540m), 5-7 hours, overnight tent.

Day 10

Trek to Nehe Kharka (3700m), 5-6 hours, overnight tent.

Day 11

Trek to Merek (4100m), 5-6 hours, overnight tent.

Day 12

Acclimatisation - trek to Shershong (4630m), 1-2 hours overnight tent

Day 13

Trek to Makalu Base Camp (4870m), return to Shershong, 7-8 hours, overnight tent

Day 14

Trek to Yangle Kharka (3557m), 4-5 hours, overnight tent

Day 15

Trek to Mumbuk (3540m), 3-4 hours, overnight tent.

Day 16

Trek to Khongma (3500m), 5-6 hours, overnight tent.

Day 17

Trek to Tashigaon (2100m), 3-4 hours, overnight tent.

Day 18

Trek to Num (1560m), 5-6 hours,overnight tent.

Day 19

Trek to Chichila (1980m), 5-6 hours, overnight tent.

Day 20

Trek to Manebhanjyang (1100m), 5-6 hours,overnight tent.

Day 21

Trek to Tumlingtar (410m), 4-5 hours, overnight hotel.

Day 22

Fly to Kathmandu, farewell dinner, overnight Hotel .

Day 23

International departure / onward travel

Package Details

Trip Inclusions

    Transport

  • Private vehicle transfers: International and domestic airports – hotel.
  • Domestic flight: Kathmandu – Tumlingtar, Tumlingtar – Kathmandu
  • Private vehicle transport: Tumlingtar - Khandbari

    • Accommodation

  • 3 nights’ accommodation at Hotel, Kathmandu (three stars hotel) on a twin share basis with breakfasts included.
  • 2 nights’ accommodation at Tumlingtar Hotel with breakfast included.
  • 17 night accommodation staying at tent on trek

    • Food / Drinks

  • Three delicious meals a day on trek
  • Hot drinks provided with each meal on trek.
  • Drinking water on trek.
  • Hot washing water provided each morning
  • Welcome and Farewell dinners with group.
  • *Meal inclusions: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

    • Trekking / Camping 

  • English speaking guide and porter service (ratio: 1 porter: 2 clients; carrying 15kg of personal equipment per client).
  • Porters (ratio: 1 porter: 2 clients, 15kg of personal gear carried per client), Sherpas, English speaking guide.
  • Tent (twin-share), sleeping mat and hot water bag
  • Kitchen, dining and toilet tents. Toilet paper provided.
  • Cooking tea , ponies / porters, Sherpas (assistant guide) , guide and leader
  • All required trekking permits ( restricted area permit)
  • Staff insurance included
  • Staff provided with protective footwear and clothing suitable for high mountains pass.
  • First aid medicine box carried at all times by staff (includes 3L oxygen canister)

    • Other 

  • Complimentary four season sleeping bags with hot water bag, waterproof trek duffle bag hire for the duration of trek (to be used by porter to carry your trek gear)
  • Complimentary waterproof trek duffel bag (to store personal kitbag to be carried by porter), down sleeping bag and down jacket hire for the duration of the trek.
  • Complimentary Everest region Trekking map, trek shirt and cap.
  • Half-day sightseeing tour (includes private vehicle transfers to and from hotel, English speaking guide to Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, Monkey Temple) *lunch not included.
  • Trip price inclusive of all Nepalese government taxes (13% VAT)

Trip Exclusions

    Transport 

  • International airfares to and from Kathmandu

    • Accommodation 

  • Extra night/s of accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary. (See terms and conditions for more details)

    • Food / Drinks 

  • Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are not included and must be purchased separately by the client.
  • Some lunches and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary- see meal inclusions for more details)
  • Personal snacks

    • Others 

  • Nepalese tourist visa (available on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport
  • Private travel insurance (ensure cover extends to medical evacuation and trekking 5000m+)
  • Tips and gratuities for staff
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, shower, heater, etc.)
  • Optional trips and sightseeing if extended

Meet Our Experts

No matter what the inquiry, our commitment to exceptional service ensures that a helpful and knowledgeable staff member is always on hand to assist you whenever the need arises.

Lakpa Sherpa

Kipa Sherpa

Swekshya Tamang

Devi Ojha

Bimal Basnet

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