19 Days Makalu Base Camp Trek

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar then drive to Chichira (1980 m/50 min flight/ 4 hrs drive)
1 stop
1
Pick up from Tribhuvan International Airport (kathmandu) or from hotel in kathmandu. We fly to Tumlingtar after breakfast. Next, we drive to Chichira, a small Gurung settlement. We take a rest at Chichira as we need to prepare for next day's trek. Overnight in Chichira.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Chichira to Num (1560 m/ 7 hrs)
1 stop
2
We start early in the morning and head towards Num .A moderately paced walk through the picturesque villages and lush mountain forests will take us to Num. A ridge line with great view on both side and perched on the end, this is Num for us. Overnight in Num.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Num to Seduwa (1500 m/7 hrs)
1 stop
3
Makalu Barun National Park
A steep descent through forests and terraced farms takes us to Barun River. We cross the river and follow an equally steep up the other side again. Often quite hot-the forest on the valleys offer a bit of shades. This is where Makalu Barun National Park begins and where we register our permits.Overnight in Seduwa.
7 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Seduwa to Tashigaon (2100 m/5 hrs)
1 stop
4
Ascend the ridge bounded by the Ipsuwa Khola on the west and Kasuwa Khola to the east. Crossing the hillside through quite villages and passing by small paddy fields, we reach the exotic village of Tashi Gaon. We are now surrounded by breathtaking Himalayan Panorama. Overnight stay in Tashigaon.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Tashigaon to Khongma Danda (3500 m/7 hrs)
1 stop
5
Today will be a bit of a tough day as we have to walk on a steep trail in higher elevation. We will ascend through forests to a stream and then onto a ridge. From here the trail gets even steeper and passes a Kharka (grazing land) and finally follows a series of rough stone stairs and small lakes ascending to the top of the ridge. From here it's a short way down to Khongma Danda. Overnight in Khongma Danda.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Acclimatization/ Rest
1 stop
6
The day off will allow some bodily rest before we take on crossing of the Shipton La the next day. For those who wish to explore the nearby surrounding can walk around the area. Overnight in Khongma Danda.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Khongma Danda to Dobate (3555 m/7 hrs)
1 stop
7
Climb towards the summit of the Shipton La (pass) which take a few hours to reach. After the lake Kalo Pokhari (3930 m), pass over the Keke La at (4170 m). We can see the marvelous view of chamlang (7321 m), Peak 6 (6524 m) and Peak 7 (6758 m).After crossing the Keke La pass, we descend through the beautiful valley to Dobate. Overnight in Dobate.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Dobate to Yangri Kharka (3557 m/7 hrs)
1 stop
8
From Dobate we pass through rhododendron forest which leads to the Barun River and the upper reaches of the valley. We should be careful during the first two hrs of the trek as the trail is steep and arduous. We then take a pleasant walk, slowly gaining altitute until we arrive at Yangri Kharka situated at the base of the valley. Overnight stay at Yangri Kharka.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Yangri Kharka to Langmale Kharka (4410 m/ 6 hrs)
1 stop
9
Following a moderate walk to the valley, we pass through yak pastures, lush forest and boulder fields. The valley walls tower imposingly above us during the start of the trek. We pass Merek as we make our way further up and notice a significant rise in the scenic Himalayan views. Overnight in Langmale Kharka.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 10
Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp (4870 m/7 hrs)
1 stop
10
Today is the day we make it to the Base Camp. From Langmale Kharka we make our way up to Shershon and eventually to Makalu Base Camp. The trail is flat with icy glacier and snow capped mountains accompanying us. Mount Makalu comes into view as we approach Shershong. As we make our way to the camp, we get to soak in the majestic Himalayan Panorama surrounding us.Overnight at Makalu Base Camp.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 11
Explore Makalu Base Camp
1 stop
11
The Base Camp is a rocky barren place with the large Barun Glacier beyond it. From here we can see the magnificent south face to Makalu and the complete Panorama of Everest and Lhotse. We can explore the surrounding lakes, glacier and go for a short trek up.Overnight at Makalu Base Camp.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 12
Makalu Base Camp to Yangri Kharka
1 stop
12
We descend down from the base camp and take our last glimpse of Makalu before turning the corner and heading back. On our way down, we pass through Shershong, Langmale Kharka, Merek and descend down the valley finally stopped at Yangri Kharka. Overnight at Yangri Kharka.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 13
Yangri Kharka to Dobate (3880 m/7 hrs)
1 stop
13
From Yanki Kharka we descend through rock falls, green forest and valley, making our way towards Dobate. We follow the river banks of Barun as we descend down the trail. Overnight stay at Dobate.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 14
Dobate to Khongma Danda (3500 m/6 hrs)
1 stop
14
We begin the trek steep climb from Dobate to Mumbuk (Nambuk) and through a forest of firs and rhododendrons. We then cross Keke La, Tutu La (shipton's pass) and kauma la en route. Next, we descend to khongma danda again. Overnight in Khongma Danda.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 15
Khongma Danda to Tashigaon 92100 m/5 hrs)
1 stop
15
The trek continuous with frequent long and steep descent cutting through the hillsides. The trail takes us through thick forest and finally making it to the indigenous Sherpa village of Tashigaon. Overnight in Tashigaon.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 16
Tashigaon to Seduwa (1500 m/5 hrs)
1 stop
16
We re race our steps as we exit the Makalu Barun National Park and descend down to the Barun River. We then cross the and come across villages and settlements as we move further down finally stopping at Seduwa again. Overnight in Seduwa.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 17
Seduwa to Num (1560 m/6 hrs)
1 stop
17
We leave Seduwa and trek through lush forest towards Num. The trail goes up and down and passes through dense forests and Sherpa villages as we move downward.Overnight in Num.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 18
Num to Tumlingtar (410 m/7 hrs)
1 stop
18
Again we retrace to Chichira from where we can savor the glorious vista of Mountain Makalu and overnight in Tumlingtar.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 19
Tumlingtar to Kathmandu (1400 m/1hrs)
1 stop
19
Kathmandu
We fly from back to Kathmandu and drop to your hotel.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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