Makalu Base Camp Trek-20 Days

Trip Introduction

Make a trek to the base camp of world's fifth highest mountain Makalu. Makalu is a close neighbor of Mt Everest, lying in the northeast region of Nepal. The Makalu Barun National Park, established in 1992, covers the Barun Valley which is part of a huge international protected area under an agreement between Nepal and China. The Park spreads just east to the Everest region, covering areas of the Solukhumbu and Sankhuwasabha districts of Nepal. One of the most popular trekking peaks of Nepal, the Mera Peak (6654m), also lies in the Makalu Barun region.  A large variety of common as well as endangered flora and fauna are protected in the region including rhododendrons, orchids, Snow Leopard, Red Panda, Musk Deer, Wild Boar, Wild Yak, Himalayan Thar, and more than 420 varieties of bird species. Some believe the area also to be home to the elusive Himalayan giant, the Yeti.
The Makalu Base Camp Trek begins from Tumlingtar of mid-eastern Nepal, an hour's flight from Kathmandu. The real walking starts from Chichila, a 3-hour's drive from Tumlingtar. Following the beautiful Barun river valley in the Makalu Barun National Park, we cross various high passes such as Shipton La, Keke La and lakes such as Kalopokhari etc. While trekking, we rise from lowland of Tumlingtar on the Arun River to one of the highest Base Camps on earth, the Makalu Base Camp at 5000m. While on the way to the Makalu Base Camp, you will enjoy the views of the highest mountains such as Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Chamlang, Mt. Baruntse and other Himalayan mountains along with Makalu (8481m) itself.

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 01:  Arrival KTM & Transfer to hotel - 1300m/4264ft Upon your arrival in the Tribhuvan international airport, our representative will welcome you and will assist to transfer you in your hotel in Kathmandu. You may relax at your hotel or go ...read more »»

What's Included

Himalayan Glacier Trekking has a philosophy with trip inclusions: - as much as possible is included so HGT customers know the total cost of the adventure trip up front.

• All domestic flight, hotel/airport transfer
• Deluxe Shanker Hotel or similar category hotel at Kathmandu
• All ground transportation by private vehicles
• All accommodations in tents and all meals during the treks no extra charge for single travelers
• Down jacket, 4 seasonal sleeping bag (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
• Welcome & farewell dinner
• All porterages costs
• All cost for a Himalayan Glacier leader(First Aid and Eco trained English Speaking) and sherpa, a sherpa assistance leader(s) and assistance Trek leader help each individuals while on trek
• All necessary paper works and permits.
• Travel & Rescue arrangements
• Exclusive Medical Kit Bag
• Portable Altitudes Chamber (PAC) for safety measures.
• All government and local taxes if necessary.
• Himalayan Glacier Kit Bag

What's Not Included

• Nepal Visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs)/ International airfare to & from home city/
• Excess baggage charges
• Lunch & evening meals in Kathmandu.
• Travel and rescue insurance
• Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters
• Tips for guides and porters.
• Optional trips and sightseeing if extend

Health & Experience Required

Walking in this high land of Everest/Makalu Region usually require maximum 6-8 hours of walking everyday few day even more; walking to the high mountain is the challenging ...read more »»

Accommodations

Accommodations are included in the trip cost and HG Trekking has chosen the best deluxe accommodation for 3 nights here in Kathmandu, and 22 nights comfortable two men camping tent, foam mattress, 4 season sleeping bag will be provided. We maintain standard comfort in every matter based on the enforceable conditions such as weather calamities. All hotel accommodations & tent is based on twin share, and will provide you single supplement if there is different sex; at no extra charge.

Toilet Facilities - On trek, toilet facilities are available near by your tent is an optimum distance in a toilet tent. After use of such facilities, wastes will be cover with necessary natural preservation.

Meals

Freshly cook Meals on full board basis will be provided by our experienced and trained cook during the trek with high level of balance diet, hygiene and safety. ...read more »»

Acclimatization

Trek to the Makalu Base Camp Trek itinerary is planned with a high degree of minimization of awareness of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). Going up too fast causes a medical ...read more »»

Leader(s) & Staff Arrangements

Himalayan Glacier only employs and train Nepalese leaders and local staff. By employing and training local people they put something back into their communities. HGT currently train all their Guides in the following courses and your Makalu Base Camp Trek ...read more »»

Pre Trip Meeting

Prior to all our expeditions and treks, we host a Pre-Trip meeting here in Kathmandu on the 2nd day of your itinerary starts in the morning during the breakfast and ...read more »»

Equipments & Packing List

While packing for “Makalu Base Camp Trek” certain gears are essential to be considered.
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Additional Information

Our website contains as much information as possible about this trip. However, if you wish to discuss any aspect of this trip or your suitability for it please contact us by email. If you want to talk to us directly feel free to call us at: US telephone: 704-200-7512 Asia telephone: 00977-98510-55684