Makalu Base Camp Trek

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Trip Overview

Makalu Base Camp Trek is one of Nepal’s most underrated yet challenging trekking experiences. While most travelers head towards Everest or Annapurna routes, this trail remains a hidden gem—perfect for those seeking raw adventure and solitude. Mt. Makalu, the fifth-highest mountain in the world (8,481m), stands tall at the end of this journey, and reaching its base camp means traversing through remote, untouched regions of Nepal. It’s an off-the-beaten-path trek that introduces you to authentic Himalayan culture, traditional lifestyles, and landscapes few outsiders ever witness.

The 22-day trek passes through the striking Arun and Barun Valleys and leads deep into Makalu Barun National Park, home to over 75 species of mammals including Red Pandas, Musk Deer, Snow Leopards, and Himalayan monkeys. This biodiversity, combined with lush green hills, waterfalls, and high alpine terrains, creates a surreal mix of wild beauty. If you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of the rare Wren-Babbler bird. The park’s climate supports a wide range of flora and fauna, making each day on the trail unique in both scenery and experience.

Reaching Makalu Base Camp at 4,870m, trekkers are rewarded with panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Chamlang, Baruntse, and Kanchenjunga. The views are unreal—especially Everest, which appears from an angle most never get to see. Along the way, you’ll encounter Sherpa and Tibetan-influenced communities, warm hospitality, and a deep sense of peace that only remote Himalayan trails can offer. With expert guidance from Him-Trail, the Makalu Base Camp trek isn’t just a trek—it’s a true mountain journey, raw and unforgettable.

Makalu Base Camp Trek Highlights

Makalu base camp trek highlights given as belows

  • The spectacular view of Mt Makalu, Mt Everest, Mt Lhotse and Mt. Kanchenjunga
  • The abundant observation of Flora and fauna of the Makalu Barun National Park.
  • Exploration of Arun and Barun valley’s beauty.
  • Encounter with local cultures and traditions especially Tibetan people, sherpa people and Rai people around the trekking trails.
  • Chance to see the rare wildlife such as snow leopards, Wren-Babbler and Red panda, the monkeys are very common in this area.
  • Fantastic and senic flight to Tumlingtar

Included/Excluded

  • Kathmandu international airport transfer by private vehicles.
  • Meals on full board: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner each day during the trekking days
  • Guest house basis trekking accommodation while on trekking days, attached bathroom if it is possible
  • Flight tiket to tumlingtar and back to Kathmandu
  • Fully escorted trek with fluent English speaking license holder local guide and each 2 guest 1 Porter basis
  • Makalu Barun National park Permits
  • Seasonal Fruits if possible
  • First Aid Box
  • TIMS Permit
  • All land transportation as per written on above itinerary
  • Nepal entry visa fee cost US$ 40.
  • Lunch and Dinner during the staying in Kathmandu and Pokhara city.
  • Any kinds of battery charges, laundry service, phone calls and hot shower during the trekking.
  • Personal nature expenses, any drinks and bar bills.
  • Personal trekking equipment and Clothing.
  • Your travel insurance (it is mandatory in case of emergency).
  • Any donation and monuments entrance fees.
  • Tips for the crew (Note : TIPS is not compulsory)
  • Any other things which are not mentioned above

Tour Plan

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to you hotel

We pick you up fromTribhuvan International Airport and drive together with your hotel or hotel that we book for you. After check in you will have a pre briefing about the Makalu base camp trek. We also help you to arrange the trekking equipment buying and renting.

Day 2 Kathmandu valley sightseeing by private vehicle with tour guide.

Our expert tour guide will take you to the city to show the UNESCO world heritage sites of Nepal namely Pashupatinath, swayambhunath, Boudhanath and Kathmandu Durbar square. This sightseeing, you can learn about the religion, cultures and traditions of the local peoples of Kathmandu.

Day 3 Kathmandu to Tumlingtar flight then drive to Chichila (1,980m/6497ft): 50 mins flight, 3-4 hour drive

You will have a spectacular flight to Tumlingtar which will take around 50 Minutes. On this flight, you will be able to see the fantastic range of the Himalayas and the countryside of Nepal as soon as you arrive at Tumlingtar you will drive further to Chichila. Chichila is a big Gurung village, on the way to here you will see the green landscape filled with crops and forest. Overnight at Chichila

Day 4 Trek To Num from Chichila (1,560m/5119ft): 6-7 hours

Trek To Num from Chichila (1,560m/5119ft): 6-7 hours

The first day of your trek so it would be very special to you. After breakfast you will walk through the lush Himalayan forest which are mostly filled by rhododendron and oak, You will cross some small settlement to reach the tiny magnificent village Num. You will have a wonderful view of the Himalayas from the Num.

Day 5 Trek to Seeduwa from Num(1,500m/4922 ft): 6-7 hours trek

Early in the morning, we have to go steep descents to the Barun River crossing through the forest and terraced landscape. We need to cross the river then ascend to the other side of the river again. The walking may be hot because of the hard work and lower altitude land here. You will mostly walk under the shade of the forests. From here our Makalu National Park Permits begins and we need to check our permits here. you stay overnight at Seduwa. Overnight in a lodge.

Day 6 Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaon (2,100m/6890ft): 5-6 hours

Your trek starts with trekking to Khola and Kusuwa Khola each side, we cross a wooden bridge over Isuwa Khola then we cross several small villages as well as forest. Crossing the several hills filled with paddy fields you will reach the Tashi Gaon, a Sherpa village. From Tashi Gaon also you will also see the panoramic view of the Himalayas. Overnight at a homestay.

Day 7 Khongma Danda trek from Tashi Gaon (3,500m/11,483 ft): 6-7 hours

Today might be quite difficult for you because of the tough climbing. There is a steep trail to Khongma Danda. The trails are mostly covered with the stone stairs, You will also see some small lakes. You might see yak grazing on the trails and sometimes you can also see the blue sheep and other fauna of the Himalayas. This is quite hard trekking to Khongma Danda. Overnight at a homestay in Khongma Danda.

Day 8 Rest and Acclimatization Day

To be fit in the himalayas you have to acclimate to such high altitude. You can visit some monasteries near the village and learn about the Sherpa culture and Buddhist religions of the area.

Day 9 Trek to Dobate from Khongma Danda 6-7 Hours

A challenging day today because there are 4 passes to do today to reach our final destination for tonight. The first pass is Kauma La pass which is 3603 Meter then you directly head to the Keke la pass 4127 Meter. These are the first two passes. Now we have to go for a third pass which is known as Shipton La pass 4170 Meter, not different but it takes time to climb this pass. After doing the third pass we see the Kalo Pokhari Lake. Now you need to be ready for the fourth and final pass that is Tutu la pass to reach Dobate. From Dobate you can see the spectacular view of Chamlang (7319m), Peak 6 (6524m), Peak 7 (6758m) and many other peaks.

Day 10 Trekking from Dobate to Yangri Kharka (3,557m/11,670 ft): 6-7 hours

Now, the altitude is quite higher, you will be able to see the rhododendron trees on the way. Passing through the tiny trees of rhododendron forest we move towards the Barun River after crossing the Barun river you keep moving forwards to the upper valley. Trekking is quite difficult due to steep trails here for 2-3 hours. After walking 2-3 hours through the steep trails you walk slowly up to Yangri Khraka which is based on the valley.

Day 11 Trekking to Langmale Kharka: (4,410m/14,468ft) from Yangri Kharka : 5-6 hours

You will have small bushes and lush Himalayan forests along the way to Langmale Kharka. Crossing a couple of wooden bridges over small streams from the mountain to arrive at Merek. You will get the mesmerizing view of the Himalayas from here, Now you will trek through moraines and passes and small settlements to reach Langmale Kharka.

Day 12 Trek to Makalu Base Camp: (4,870m/15,978ft) from Langmale Kharka 6-7 hours

You climb the steep hiking trail which goes through the Barun River. You will further walk through the glaciers to arrive at Shersong, a small homestay. From here you can have an astonishing view of Mt. Makalu. Now you need to trek further 2 hours to reach the Makalu base camp.

Day 13 Trekking around the Makalu base camp

Today you walk around the base camp and hike more to see the superb panorama of Makalu range from the south face. You can see Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m) and many other peaks from the base camp. There is a lake as well to see and glaciers to walk and hike to Barun Pokhari.

Day 14 Trek back to Yangri Kharka from Makalu Base Camp : 6-7 hours

Today you go descent down to Yangri Kharka. The trail is full of rocky trails with some stairs. you will pass the Langmale Kharka, Shersong, merek to reach the Yangri Kharka.

Day 15 Trek back to Dobate from Yangri Kharka to: 6-7 hours

You descend down to Dobate along with the rapidly flowing Barun River. The rocky trails and ridges are normal to reach Dobate. The yaks and sheep pastures increase the beauty of trekking down.

Day 16 Trek from Dobate to Khongma Danda: 5-6 hours

This is quite a hard day because you have to pass the 4 small passes today, Trekking through the rhododendron, juniper and fir forest along the way. Up and down today is very normal and the maximum pass you will have to cross is Shipton La pass 4170 Meter to reach the Khongma Danda.

Day 17 Trekking to Tashigaon: 4-5 hours

Crossing the dense forest and existing the Makalu Barun national park you go down to Tashigaon via steep and rocky trails. You will stay in a beautiful sherpa village Tashigaon.

Day 18 Trekking down to Seduwa: 4-5 hours

You need to trek down through the small stream and small settlements of the Barun River valley. There are several small rivers which you need to cross to reach the seeduwa.

Day 19 Trek from Seduwa to Num: 5-6 hours

Trekking down to the Num is quite easier and interesting because of the dense rhododendron forest along the trekking trail and also you will exist from The Makalu Barun conservation area. There are several tiny small settlements of Sherpa people to Reach the Num

Day 20 Trek from Num to Tumlingtar: 6-7 hours

Your last day of the trek is today. The land is very low here as you might get sweat as well. Crossing the beautiful villages around the Tumlingtar Area you will reach Tumlingtar and the trek will be over.

Day 21 Fly to Kathmandu: 50 mins flight

You will fly back to Kathmandu

Day 22 Final Departure from Kathmandu

Departure ! You will fly back to your country

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