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?
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 tentDay 13
Trek to Makalu Base Camp (4870m), return to Shershong, 7-8 hours, overnight tentDay 14
Trek to Yangle Kharka (3557m), 4-5 hours, overnight tentDay 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 travelBook this trip as a private departure - for any group, big or small.