Probably the most challenging trekking in Nepal. Mt. Makalu at 8,481 meters is the fifth highest mountain in the world and lies in the Far East Nepal-Tibet border. This trek follows the Barun Valley which contains some of the last remaining areas of pristine forests and alpine meadows in Nepal. From the bottom of the Arun Valley, near the start of the trek, the mountains rise from just 435m (1,430ft) above sea level to the lofty snow capped peak of Makalu at 8463m (27,760ft) within a distance of only 40km. The trek pass through the must challenging mountain pass Sherpini Pass West Col (6100m) and Amphu Lapsa Pass (5780m) and to the Everest region. The trek therefore passes through a wide diversity of ecosystems and cultures. Communities of Rai farmers give way to Sherpa and Bhotia villages as altitude is gained. These peoples live in isolated villages much as they have for centuries. Their livelihoods depend upon forest resources for animal fodder, fuel, food, housing materials, fertilizers and medicine.
Our itinerary has been carefully planned to allow for acclimatization to the altitude, and ample time in the area of "low" base camp for further exploration to high base camp at the foot of the Chago Glacier, and for those who wish, a climb to a high point of 6170m (20,240ft). There are some long days of 7 to 8 hours walking; some rough trail sections and the effects of altitude will be present.
» Trip Outline
Trekking Days
19
Total days in Nepal
24
Trekking grade
04
Maximum Altitude
5780m
Best time
Spring : March to May
Autumn : September to November
Trekking Type
Camping Basis
walking per Day
5-6 Hours in average
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Days
Programmes
Day 01
Kathmandu: Pick up then Transfer to hotel and handle check in. Short briefing that afternoon followed by orientation walk. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02
Sight seeing: Around Kathmandu valley: The holy place of Pashupatinath temple, Shoyambhunath temple, Boudhanath Stupa & Kathmandu Darbar Square), arrange the necessary permit for Trekking and Climbing. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03
Morning flight to Tumlingtar (860 m). About 4 hrs trek to Khadbari (1,040m). Overnight at camp.
Day 04
Trek Khadbari to Chichila (1,830 m) (5/6 hrs). Overnight at camp.
Day 05
Trek Chichila to Num (1,490 m). Trek to Num in 5 hours. Overnight at camp.
Day 06
Num to Sedua (1460m). It is about 5/6 hours trek to Sedua. Overnight at camp.
Day 07
Sedua to Tashi Gaon (2070m). Trek to Tashi Gaon 5 hours. Overnight at camp.
Day 08
Tashi Gaon to Kauma (3470m). About 6 hours trek to Kauma. Overnight at camp.
Day 09
Acclimatization day: Explore around Kauma. Overnight at camp.
Day 10
Kauma to Mumbuk (3570 m). About 5 hours trek to Mumbuk. Overnight at camp.
Day 11
Mumbuk to Nhe Kharka (3000 m). It is about 6 hours trek to Nhe Kharka. Overnight at camp.
Day 12
Nhe Kharka to Sherson (4615m). About 7 hours trek to Sherson. Overnight at camp.
Day 13
Sherson to Makalu Base Camp (5000m). Trek to Makalu Base Camp in 4/5 hours. Overnight at camp.
Day 14
Explore around the Makalu Base Camp. Overnight at camp.
Day 15
Makalu Base Camp to High Glacier Camp (5700m). About 5 hours trek. Overnight at camp
Day 16
HGC to Baruntse Base Camp (5200m). It is about 6 hours climb to Sherpini Pass West Col 6100m and descent to Baruntse Base Camp. Overnight at camp.
Day 17
Rest day / explore around BBC. Overnight at camp.
Day 18
Baruntse Base camp - Panch Pokhori (5000m). About 5 hours trek to PP. Overnight at camp.
Day 19
Panch Pokari – Chhukung (4745m). Morning cross the Amphu Lapsa Pass 5780, decent Chukkung, takes about 7 hours. Overnight at camp.
Day 20
Chhukung to Tyangboche (3800m). All the way descend down to Tyangboche about 5 hours. Visit beautiful monastery. Overnight at camp.
Day 21
Thyangboche – Namche Bazaar (3440m). 5 hours trek take you down to Namche Bazaar, the entry gate of Khumbu region. Overnight at camp.
Day 22
Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2800m). Takes 6/7 hours. Overnight at camp / lodge.
Day 22
Morning catch the flight to Kathmandu. Afternoon free day for shopping. Overnight at hotel.
Day 23
Kathmandu:
Free day for shopping. Overnight at hotel.
Day 24
Drop to the international airport for final departure.
Expenses of personal nature i.e. soft/hard drinks, tips etc
International airport tax US$24 per person only
Note:
Given itinerary is suitable for keen walkers who are able to walk for 4-5 hours in a day, As you are traveling in a remote mountain region, we can not guarantee the weather condition, it could be change unexpected. There will be experience Nepali leader or guide and helpers. The guides and their helpers’ assistants will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if necessary.
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