Makalu Base Camp trekking – 21 Days

● Hike up to Makalu Base Camp, Barun glacier and Barun Pond

● Cross one of the highest Himalayan pass, Shipton La

● Catch stunning views of 5th highest Mt. Makalu, Baruntse, Chamlang, Peak 6 etc.

● Trek through the wild forested Makalu Barun National Park

● Learn about the culture and lifestyle of Rai and Sherpa community

● Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley

● All airport/hotel transfers.

● Three Night Accommodation in BB at a deluxe hotel in Kathmandu on twin/double sharing basis.

● All accommodations and meals during the trek.

● All ground transportation during the trek.

● Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with private transportation.

● An experienced licensed English-Speaking guide and porters.

● Round Trip Domestic Flight ticket from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar.

● All ground transports.

● All necessary permits (TIMS, Park fees, Restricted area permit, world heritage sites entry fee where applicable)

● Farewell dinner

● A comprehensive medical kit.

● All government and local taxes

● Nepal Visa Fee

● International airfare to and from Kathmandu

● Meals in Kathmandu

● Any kind of refreshment beverages and alcohol.

● Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu in cases of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountains (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.

● Travel and rescue insurance.

● Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)

● Any extra costs resulting from cancellation, landslide, weather, political unrest or illness

● Tips for guide, drivers and porters.

● Duffel/Rucksack bag/Suitcase

● Day bag.( Small handbag)

● Trekking shoes

● Sports shoes or sandals.

● Sun Hat/cap

● Warm woolen cap

● Trekking jacket Gore tex/ fleece jacket

● Pullover or warm sweeter

● Raincoat

● 4/5 pairs of good qualities shock

● Hand gloves

● 2/3 pairs of Trekking trousers

● 3/4 pairs of trekking shirts

● 3/4 pairs of Underwear

● Eye glass

● Water bottle

● 4 seasons Sleeping bag

● Flash or Torch light

● Camera and batteries.

Trekking Group

For lodge and teahouse trekking, we ensure the standard group size, not exceed 16 pax. We believe we can maintain the quality of our services for 16 participants in each group. Please note some restricted trekking areas will require at least two participants to get permits. Individual and solo trekkers are allowed in other trekking regions.

For this trek we provide one licensed professional guide who can communicate or speak in English, one porter for every two participants and one assistant guide for more than 12 pax. A group of 16 participants will have one complimentary group leader. Our trekking guides and porters are well informed about their responsibilities. And the porters can carry up to 20kg of weight. Our field staff will also include one guide who is adept in administering first aid.

Accommodations

The accommodations are chosen based on trekking itinerary, comfort level, budget and interests of trekkers and accessibility in terms of scenery and trail. Most arrangements are made on Bed & Breakfast basis, double/twin sharing in Lodges/Tea houses and Deluxe – Star hotels in cities. Depending upon your interests, a wide range of hotels are available in city areas such as Kathmandu, Pokhara, etc. and during the trekking trail, there are plenty of lodges, teahouses, guesthouses and sometimes even hotels for accommodation. A Teahouse/Lodge trek is where trekkers stay in lodges and guesthouses along the trail as opposed to tents/camping. Such Teahouses/Lodges are run either by local families or are community-based which offers simple to moderate facilities, with simple beds, solar-powered hot water and a limited set of cuisines/meals.

For this trek we offer two types of accommodation, ‘Deluxe Hotel’ in the city and ‘Teahouse/Lodge’ during the trekking trail. The Hotels and Teahouses have been selected by the Asia Buddhist Tours & Treks after personal inspection. We look at the conditions of the inns, local hygiene, quality of food, type of service and more. All rooms are double occupancy, but you can request a single occupancy room for an additional fee. However, sometimes single rooms are not available in some places, depending upon seasonality with limited choices available in peak season. We do work to provide the best possible options when trekking in the High Himalayas.

Meals

Touristic cities such as Kathmandu, Pokhara, offer some of the finest dining restaurants. Get spoiled with unlimited choices for cuisines, ranging from local Nepali food to international delicacies. In contrast, there might not be as much variety of cuisines available on the trekking trail. Trekking lodges and small eateries along the trail will offer you basic diets such as Nepali Dal Bhat, sandwich, apple pie and pizza and regular beverages. However, you will get to enjoy mostly organic food on trekking trails.

For this trek we offer you full board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) local or best available continental food as per menu on your choice and 3 cups of tea/coffee per day. Please note that full board meals are not included during your transition stay in city areas, guests will have to pay for the meals (dinner and lunch), alcohol, hot & cold beverages and mineral water.

Our staff will be there to receive you upon your arrival in Nepal at Tribhuvan International Airport. From there you will be dropped to your hotel where you can relax and rest. Later visit our office where you will attend a short briefing about your trip by your trek/tour guide. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.

Catch an early morning flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar which lasts about 35 minutes. Daily flights operate from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar. Then take a 3 hrs drive from Tumlingtar on a fairly dusty and ungravelled road to Num via Khandbari. Num is situated right above Arun river giving a good view of the valley. Stay overnight in Num.

After breakfast start your trekking from Num. The trail passes through terraced fields descending to Lumbang and then crosses Arun river. From here climb up a steep trail towards Seduwa. The trek takes almost 4-5 hrs.
Stay overnight in Seduwa

Today you will begin to experience rural Nepal. The trail gradually ascends to Manigaon with beautiful views of farming terraces. The section ahead till Tashigaon is as romantic as the previous one. Stay overnight in Tashigaon.

Prepare yourself for some challenging walks. Leaving Tashigaon the trail climbs up steeply through a rhododendron and magnolia forest and on to a ridge flanked by meadows. Cross the settlement of Chipla and continue to climb a rocky trail to Khongma. This is a good viewpoint to catch Kanchenjunga peak. Stay overnight in Khongma Danda.

This is a full day rest in order to acclimatize with the weather. You can hike up to Khongma hill to appreciate the beauty around and snowy peaks on the horizon. Stay overnight in Khognma Danda.

The trail moves higher as you will cross a high pass called Shipton La. Within 2 hrs, you will have the pass on a rocky path. This section up to Shipton La offers great views of Mt. Chamalang and other peaks. Ahead you will again have to encounter another pass called Keke La from where it is just 1 hr walk up to Dobato. Stay overnight in Dobato

Also called Yangle or Yangri Kharka, our destination for today. Have a warm breakfast and then follow the trail passing through forests and small streams. In no time you will enter Barun Valley featuring alpine woodland and kharkas. Stay overnight Yangri Kharka.

This is a high alpine zone with no settlements anywhere. The trail leaving Yangri goes past several other herders. The cool breeze from the icy summits nearby will give you an authentic mountain experience. Keep climbing continuously to reach Langmale Kharka which is another vantage point to see snow capped peaks.

This is a special day of your trekking. Get ready to hike up to Makalu Base Camp from Langmale Kharka, a journey of about 4-5 hrs. Follow the trail that is barren except for glacier moraines in some sections. As you approach Shersong, a highland pasture, you will have already caught the first glimpse of towering Mt. Makalu. Stay overnight near Makalu Base Camp.

A full day to explore the awesome Makalu Base Camp. You can easily hike up to Makalu Base Camp and Hillary Base Camp to enjoy breathtaking views of Makalu, Lhotse, and even South Col Everest. Sitting adjacent is Barun glacier and Barun Pokhari at 4950m altitude. Experience of being at the heart of the Himalayas. Stay overnight near Makalu Base Camp.

This day marks your return journey. Descend the same trail you used to come up. It should take you less than 4 hrs to reach Yangri Kharka. Stay overnight in Yangri Kharka.

The trail gradually drops from the alpine zone as the vegetation becomes much greener and perennial. Much of the path follows stone staircases. Stay overnight in Dobato.

Follow an easy trail as you make your way back down to Khongma Danda. Cross over Keke La, Shipton La and Ghungru La passes. Enjoy the views of Chamalang, Peak 6 and Peak 7 from Khongma ridge. Stay overnight in Khongma Danda.

After morning breakfast, get back on the forested trail. Cross streams, pass meadows and make a long descend of almost 1400m to Tashigaon. Visit local school in the late afternoon. Stay overnight Tashigaon.

Make your way through rhododendron and maple forests winding through meadows and farms. Once you reach Chyaksadanda, the trail descends to Manigaon and then on to Seduwa village. Stay overnight in Seduwa.

As you return from Seduwa, you will cross the national park checkpoint. All of a sudden, further down on the trail you will be greeted by colorful farms of rice, maize and barley. On the way back to Num you will pass one more village of Lumbang. Stay overnight in Num.

After breakfast prepare yourself to drive back to Tumlingtar. The road is rough and takes about 3 hrs to arrive in Tumlingtar. Explore Tumlingtar bazaar in the afternoon. Stay overnight in Tumlingtar.

Catch an early flight from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu. This scenic flight will be about 35 minutes. In Kathmandu you will be taken to your pre-booked hotel. In the evening enjoy a stroll through Thamel streets. Stay overnight in Kathmandu

This is a day allocated for you to spend sightseeing in and around Kathmandu. After breakfast, our tour guide will take you on a drive to see some of the most famous touristic places in Kathmandu. On this day you will visit three world heritage sites namely Swoyambhu or Monkey Temple, Boudhanath and Kathmandu Dubar Square. Learn about the history of Buddhism in Nepal, meet red robed monks and make a parikrama of two biggest Buddhist stupas in the world. Kathmandu Durbar Square offers you to relish the most illustrious Newari architecture and artwork that are centuries old. In the evening you can take a stroll through the busy streets of Thamel. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.

Time to bid you farewell. Our staff will drive you to Tribhuvan International Airport to catch international flight for your onward journey.

Makalu Base Camp trek is perhaps the most remote, challenging and adventurous trek in the Himalaya. The trekking trail lies in far eastern region of Nepal and is not easily accessible by either road or air network. Very few number of lodges are available while the mobile and internet network is virtually absent in higher elevation. Trekking with an experienced, licensed trekking guide is highly advised.

Makalu Base Camp is definitely a difficult trek as it is graded strenuous on difficulty scale. The trek takes you to the base camp of Mt. Manaslu at 4800m located in remote corner of the Himalaya. The highest point of the trek will be the crossing of Larke La pass at 5213m.

Trekkers are required to be extremely fit both physically and mentally. You will need to have high endurance and stamina to survive this trek. It is advisable to have previous experience of high altitude trekking. Otherwise take up a strict workout routine such as basic weight lifting, swimming, running and climbing stairs and hills.

The program cost we offer to you is both comparative and reasonable. Since we practice sustainable tourism, we attempt to give the best experience to our tourists while ensuring equal economic dividends to locals of the host destination and our staff. We do not overprice and we discourage unhealthy practices of undercutting. We believe in providing quality service to our guests at a sustainable competitive price.

Located in far eastern region of Nepal, Kanchenjunga Base Camp is regarded as the toughest trekking trail. This is a highly challenging trail that takes you into remote mountain valleys and passes. Much of the trail in higher elevation have limited lodges and guesthouses and have virtually no mobile and internet connection. Road and air connection to this region is not dependable and regular.

We are flexible in designing programs that suit your interests and needs. Feel free to let us know what you prefer and what your choices are. You can combine two or three trek programs in one go or even more. Alternatively you can go for tour and trek programs combinedly. We are open to any set of combinations you want to pursue.

You can cancel the trip if you have personal reasons to do so. Please read our Terms & Conditions for refund details.