The Makalu Base Camp Trek ranks among the hardest and most exhilarating treks available in Nepal. Nevertheless, it isn’t as popularly recognized as other trekking spots in Nepal, making its less-traveled routes relatively calm and secluded. The trek to Makalu Base Camp, which leads to the base of the world’s fifth tallest peak, is among the most overlooked trekking routes in the nation. Makalu Base Camp Trek is an ideal journey for thrill-seekers eager to discover the remote regions of the Himalayan nation and gain insight into the culture and way of life of those residing at high elevations.
During this 20-day Makalu Base Camp Trek, trekkers have the opportunity to explore the stunning villages of Tibetan and Sherpa cultures in the serene Himalayas. Additionally, the hikers will traverse through Arun Valley and Barun Valley, which are among the most isolated regions of the nation. Thus, they will gain insight into the challenges of residing in such regions. The Makalu Base Camp Trek also allows trekkers to see Mt. Everest (8848m) viewed from a distinct angle. Following a challenging ascent to Makalu Base Camp (4870m), the trekkers will enjoy the captivating sight of Mt. Everest (8848m), Mount. Makalu (8481m), Mont. Kanchenjunga (8586m), Lhotse (8516m), Baruntse (7129m), Chamlang (7319m), along with other peaks in the eastern part of Nepal. The Makalu Base Camp Trek includes Makalu Barun National Park, which hosts a diverse range of flora and fauna. The Makalu Base Camp Trek is the ideal journey for adventurers who crave excitement and are daring enough to discover new locations.
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We pick you up at Tribhuvan International Airport and drop you at the hotel in Kathmandu. Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu.
We visit UNESCO World Heritage sites in Kathmandu by our private van. We will start by visiting the Buddhist stupa of Swayambhunath, also known as the Monkey Temple. A panoramic view of Kathmandu city can be seen from the top of Swayambhunath. We then visit the Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, followed by a visit to another Buddhist stupa of Boudhanath. You will find plenty of eateries in Boudhanath to satiate your taste buds. Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu.
With thrills and adventures in our minds, we kick off our journey with an early morning flight to Tumlingtar. Relishing a breathtaking view of the mountains, hills, and rivers that make up the Nepalese landscape, we arrive in Tumlingtar, where we rest for an hour or two. We then drive to the village of Num with greenery filling up our landscape. We can get a scant glimpse of the Himalayas from Num. Overnight at a lodge in Num.
Crossing a wooden bridge over Barun River, we enter the Makalu Barun Conservation Area. Our guide will deal with all kinds of legal permits for the trek. We trek through dense forests of juniper and rhododendron passing few villages to finally reach Seduwa. Overnight in a lodge in Seduwa.
Trekking with Isuwa Khola and Kusuwa Khola on each side, we cross a wooden bridge over Isuwa Khola and pass several small villages and forests. After trekking for a couple of hours and crossing the bridge, we reach the Sherpa village of Tashigaon. The vista of the Himalayas is magnificent from Tashigaon. Overnight at a lodge in Tashigaon.
We may have a tough day today as we walk on steep trails on our way to Khongma Danda. We climb stone stairs and come across few lakes and fields filled with yaks, blue sheep, and other Himalayan cattle grazing in the field. Upon reaching Unshisa, we enter Makalu Barun National Park. After 7 hours of trek, we reach Khongma Danda. Overnight at a lodge in Khongma Danda.
To acclimatize ourselves with high altitude, we take a break from trekking today. Later, we can visit some nearby Buddhist monasteries and learn about Sherpa culture and ways of life from the locals. Overnight at a lodge in Khongma Danda.
Today will be a tough day for us as we have to pass four passes to reach Dobate. We start with climbing over Kauma La Pass (3603m) and then head on to Keke La Pass (4127m). We further climb on to Shipton La pass (4170m), where we stumble across beautiful Kalo Pokhari Lake. Then, we trek for a couple of hours and pass Tutu La Pass (4080m) to finally reach Dobate. We relish the alluring view of Chamlang (7319m), Peak 6 (6524m), Peak 7 (6758m), and the other Himalayas from Dobate. Overnight at a lodge in Dobate.
Trekking through dense rhododendron forests, we cross Barun River and trek towards Yangri Kharka. On our way, we may come across yaks grazing in the field. The yaks are the chief transportation means in these regions. After 7 hours of trek, we reach Yangri Kharka. Overnight at a lodge in Yangri Kharka.
We trek along the lush Himalayan forests and cross a couple of wooden bridges over small streams to reach Merek. Chasing the mesmerizing view of the Himalayas, we continue our trek walking on moraines and pass small Himalayan villages to reach Langmale Kharka. Overnight at a lodge in Langmale Kharka.
Climbing on a steep trail alongside Barun Nadi, we walk through icy glaciers and ridges to reach Shershong. We relish the beauty of Mt. Makalu (8481m) on our way to the base camp. We trek for an hour or two to finally reach Makalu Base Camp. The panorama of the Himalayas from the base camp is jaw-dropping. Overnight at a lodge in Makalu Base Camp.
Today, we explore the Makalu Base Camp vicinity with a superb panorama of Makalu from the south face, Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), and the other Himalayas in eastern Nepal. We relish the beauty of the surrounding glaciers and glacial lakes. We can also hike a little up to Barun Glacier and make a side trip to the tranquil Barun Pokhari. Overnight at a lodge in Makalu Base Camp.
After our successful trek to Makalu Base Camp, we bid farewell to the base camp and descend to Yangri Kharka. Trekking through sparse forests along the rocky trails, we pass small villages of Shershong, Langmale Kharka, and Merek on our way to Yangri Kharka. Overnight at a lodge in Yangri Kharka.
Trekking along free-flowing Barun River, we pass alpine forests, rocky ridges, and few small streams to finally reach Dobate. We relish the beauty of nature while descending to Dobate. On our way, we may come across some yaks, snow pigeons, and blue sheep. Overnight at a lodge in Dobate.
Today, we leave Dobate for Khongma Danda. We trek along rhododendron, juniper, and fir forests to reach Mumbuk. From Mumbuk, we cross Tutu La Pass (4080m), Shipton La Pass (4170m), Keke La Pass (4127m), and Kauma La Pass (3603m) to finally reach Khongma Danda after 7 hours of trek. Overnight at a lodge in Khongma Danda.
We trek through dense forests and pass few lakes on our way back to Tashigaon. Trekking along steep rocky trails, we exit Makalu Barun National Park as we trek for 5 hours to enter the beautiful Sherpa village of Tashigaon. Overnight at a lodge in Tashigaon.
Trekking along small streams, we pass the isolated valley of the Barun River through small settlements. We trek with Isuwa Khola on one side and Hingsa Khola on the other side to reach Seduwa after 4 hours of trek. We trek across several dense rhododendron and bamboo forests and cross Arun River to exit Makalu Barun Conservation Area. We pass a small rural settlement of Sherpas on our way to Num. We then trek for a couple of hours to reach the Sherpa village of Num. Overnight at a lodge in Num.
Today is the last day of our trip. We relish the joy of trekking with the beautiful panorama of Mt. Makalu (8481m) for the last time before reaching Tumlingtar. After driving for 5-6 hours, we reach Tumlingtar. Overnight at a lodge in Tumlingtar.
After a successful trek, we fly back to the capital enjoying the beautiful aerial view of the mountains. Feel free to spend your leisure time as you please. Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu.
We drop you off at Tribhuvan International Airport and bid you warm farewell.
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