Makalu Base Camp Trek

The trek through the Arun and Barun rivers valleys is one of the great wilderness experiences that Nepal can offer. This area is largely uninhabited but there are plenty of picturesque campsites along the route.

The trek begins in Tumlingtar and gradually climbs through scenic villages above the Arun River. The river can only be crossed via a spectacular suspension bridge, which leads us the next day to Tashi Gaon, the last Sherpa village on the trail. From here we cross the Barun La (Shipton Pass) before commencing our exposed descent across landslides to the Barun Valley floor. Makalu Base Camp is now only a day away, and to our left rises the Lower Barun Glacier and the spectacular peaks of Chamlang and Ama Dablam.The goal of our trek lies at the foot of the extensive Barun Glacier. Makalu rises straight in front us, with countless other peaks forming a majestic panorama around our camp.

Normally we retrace our steps to return to Kathmandu, however those with mountaineering experience and equipment may choose to cross 2 passes over 6,000 meters ( The Sherpani Col, and West Col) into the Khumbu region. Both routes are of similar duration.
Highlights: a genuine Himalayan wilderness experience, fantastic views of the mountains of the Everest region, picturesque Tamang, Gurung, and Sherpa villages, Makalu Base Camp is amazing!

Trekking Destination : Makalu Base Camp (5000m.)
Group Size : Min - 1
Departure : On Request.
Maximum altitude : 5000m.
Grade : Moderate
Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation : Camping
Duration : 20 Days
Entry : Tumlingtar
Exit : Tumlingtar

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Day 01 : Arrival Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel by our Representative/Hotel

Day 02 : Kathmandu Sightseeing or prepare for Trekking

Day 03 : Flight: Kathmandu - Tumlingtar (860 m). Trek to Khadbari (1,040m) (4 hrs). Camp

Day 04 : Trek Khadbari to Chichila (1,830 m) (5/6 hrs). Camp

Day 05 : Trek Chichila to Num (1,490 m) (5 hrs). Camp

Day 06 : Trek Num to Sedua (1,460 m) (5/6 hrs). Camp

Day 07 : Trek Sedua to Tashi Gaon (2,070 m) (5 hrs). Camp

Day 08 : Trek Tashi Gaon to Kauma (3,470 m) (6 hrs). Camp

Day 09 : Rest / Exploration day at Kauma. Camp

Day 10 : Trek Kauma to Mumbuk (3,570 m) (5 hrs). Camp

Day 11 : Trek Mumbuk to Nhe Kharka (3,000 m) (6 hrs). Camp

Day 12 : Trek Nhe Kharka to Sherson (4,615 m) (7 hrs). Camp

Day 13 : Trek Sherson to Makalu Base Camp (5,000 m) (4/5 hrs). Camp

Day 14 : Explore Makalu Base Camp.

Day 15 : Trek Makalu Base Camp to Nhe Kharka (3,000 m) (7 hrs). Camp

Day 16 : Trek Nhe kharka to Mumbuk (3,570 m) (6 hrs). Camp

Day 17 : Trek Mumbuk to Kauma (3,470m) (5 hrs). Camp

Day 18 : Trek Kauma to Tashi Gaon (2,070 m) (5 hrs). Camp

Day 19 : Trek Tashi Gaun to Pukuwa (1,520 m) (6 hrs). Camp

Day 20 : Trek Pukuwa to Bumling (1,160 m) (5 hrs). Camp

Day 21 : Trek Bumling to Tumlingtar (860 m) (4 hrs). Camp.

Day 22 : Flight: Tumlingtar - Kathmandu. Hotel Overnight.

Day 23 : Free day to explore, and enjoy Kathmandu. Hotel Overnight.

Day 24 : Drive to airport for return flight.

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