Makalu base camp trek

The world's fifth highest mountain. Formerly a restricted area, it spans five major ecological zones where can be found the lush, tropical Arun Valley, dense forests or rhododendron and fir and alpine meadows that lead to the might Barun glacier. From the base camp, any one can view the spectacular Mt. Makalu.

This mainly low altitude trek is centered on the Arun Valley, in eastern Nepal. The sub-tropical valley floor of the mighty Arun River is in places densely forested, contrasting with the terraced slopes higher up, which are farmed by villagers of diverse tribal groups. High pastures typify the upper slopes, which border on the Makalu - Barun National Park, an important conservation area for many threatened species.


Trip Facts
Trek Start : Hille
Trek End : Khandbari
Trip Duration : 22 days.
Max. Altitude : 6000 meters
Best Season : February, March, April, May, September, October, November & December.


Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival and transfer to hotel/welcome dinner

Day 02: Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley

Day 03: Kathmandu – Biratnagar, Fly or drive to Biratnagar and drive further to Hille for three hours.

Day 04: Hille – Tuttse, A gentle start uphill to Tuttse.

Day 05: Tuttse– Dandagaon
Continue ascending up the ridge of Tinjure Danda and Tinjure Phedi and reach Dandagaon for the overnight stay.

Day 05: Dandagaon – Chainpur
Ascend to Tinjure Danda and follow the ridge down to Piluwa Khola and reach Chainpur.

Day 06: Chainpur – Khandbari
Start descending early across Hinwan and Sabha Khola, ; ascend to Khandbari.

Day 07: Khandbari – Chichila
Ascend to Bhotebas for 3 hours and trek further for 2 hours and reach the tiny ridge top village of Chichila.

Day 08: Chichila – Seduwa
Having the views of Makalu at down start trekking slowly. It’s an enjoyable walk for the day. Descend to the village, Num where a beautiful view can be seen and reach Seduwa for the overnight camp.

Day 09: Seduwa – Dhari Kharka
Ascend to Tashigaon for about 3 hours and climbing for another 2 hours reach Dhari Kharka for the overnight stay.

Day 10 Dhari Kharka – Mumbuk
Start ascending on a fine trail through passes and descend to turquoise lake. Ascend again through Shipton Pass of Kongua-La ( 4,127 m ). Kanchenjunga and Jannu can be seen at a distance to the east. Descend again and camp at Mumbuk.

Day 11: Mumbuk – Nehe Kharka
Descend to Barun Khola and climb gently to the beautiful valley. And walk on to the campsite of the day, Nehe Kharka (3650 m. ).

Day 12: Nehe Kharka
Rest day. It’s a very special place for a rest and observes the nature closely.

Day 13: Nehe Kharka – Sherson
Cross the Barun Khola and ascend to Ramara (4250 m) and reach Sherson for overnight camp through pine and rhododendron forests and grassy plain. Dramatically beautiful summit of Makalu can be seen from here.

Day 14: Sherson – Makalu Base Camp
Reach Hillary camp after a gentle walk and finally the Makalu Base Camp. Photographing, strolling over the beauty of the camp can be enjoyed. And the 6000 m. giant summit overlooking the base camp can also be explored to one’s extent.

Day 15: Makalu Base Camp – Neha Kharka
Step back to Nehe Kharka for the overnight camp.

Day 16: Nehe Kharka – Shipton – La Camp
Trek through Mumbuk and ascend Shipton- La camp for the beautiful sunset views of Makalu and Chamlang.

Day 17: Shipton – La Camp – Sedua
Today is free to relax until departure or to commence any additional trips or activities you may have booked. If departing, you will transferred to the International Airport in time for your return flight home.

Day 18: Sedua - Mure
Descend across Arun and through Num camp at Mure. .

Day 19: Mure – Khandbari
Along the ridge and down to Khandbari.

Day 20: Khandbari– Tumlingtar – Kathmandu
A short walk to Tumlingtar fly to Kathmandu.

Day 21: At Leisure in Kathmandu. O/N Kathmandu Hotel.
An opportunity to relax and reflect on your adventures and to complete any sightseeing and last minute shopping. We will also organize an optional flight over Mt. Everest ($130 US) or an optional biking trip around the Kathmandu Valley. Later this evening we'll all meet up for a group farewell Nepali food with typical dance.

Day 22: Departure with warm Good Bye.
Today is free to relax until departure or to commence any additional trips or activities you may have booked. If departing, you will transferred to the International Airport in time for your return flight home.

Service Cost Included on:
National Park Entry Fee, Trekking Permit, Transpotation to and from, Accomodation in Lodge during the trek, Food:- three meals a day, a Guide & required no. of porters, Essential Equipments.

Service Cost Doesn't Included on:
Personal Expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency Evocation by Helicopter, alternative transpotations in case of heavy rain, landslide, road block and strike, etc.