Makalu base camp trek is one of the off the beaten path trek which lies in the eastern region of Nepal. The trek follows the remote trail that encompasses some of the best highlights that Nepal has to offer. You will find rarely other tourists along the trail as it’s trekked by the hikers who has specific interest and nature filled trail to trek on and known as a remote trekking trail in Nepal. Terraced farmland, rural villages, rhododendron forests, rare wildlife and amazing views of several 8,000 meter-plus peaks makes Makalu base camp trek one of the best trek for the trekkers who really want to enjoy the remoteness and pristine nature. As you will be trekking in Makalu Barun National Park, the rich natural diversity, flora and fauna, rare animals like snow leopard, red panda will be the major highlight beside the Himalayan vistas.
The Makalu trek begins with the domestic flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, then drive to Num village through Chichila, which is the trek starting point. You will be hiking through hilly region or eastern Nepal with the beautiful view of terraced farmland. Crossing the Arun River, the trek followed to Khongma Danda where you will spend couple of night on the way to the base camp of Mt. Makalu. Day hike to the Khongma La allow you to acclimatize with higher elevation and also offer the outstanding mountain vistas. Crossing the high passes like Shipton La and Keke La , the journey takes you to the Makalu base camp through Dobate, Yangle Kharka, Langmale Kharka, Sherson. You will enjoy a day explore around the base camp to experience the Himalayas and beautiful view. Then you will trek back to Num village thourhg the same trail and fly back to Kathmandu to conclude the Makalu base camp trek. Beside the natural beauty, the trek allow you to experience the culture and tradition of local Rai and Sherpa people. The experienced mountain crews from Himalayan Mentor will guidance you throughout the Makalu base camp trek to create the lifetime memory of your hiking adventure in the remote part of eastern Nepal.
Makalu base camp trekking highlights
- 23 days private guided trek to Makalu base camp
- Explore Makalu Barun National and enjoy the pristine nature
- Trek to the base camp of world’s 5th highest mountain, witness the amazing Himalayan vista of Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Baruntse, Makalu and many other snow-capped Himalayan peaks
- Enjoy the Eastern face of Mt. Everest (Kangshung face)
- Trek through beautiful terraced farmland, natural diversity, waterfalls, forest and remote village
- Experience the beautiful culture and tradition of Rai and Shepra people and their livelihood
- Spot the rare wild animals like red panda and snow leopard
Makalu Base Camp Trekking Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu, meet our representative at the airport and drive to the hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing and trekking preparation
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar (1 hour) and drive to the trailhead Num (1,980m/6,497ft) - 4 to 5 hours drive
Day 04: Trek from Num to Seduwa via the Arun River (1,500m/4,922ft) - 6 to 7 hours trek
Day 05: Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaon (2,100m/6,890ft) - 4 to 5 hours trek
Day 06: Trek from Tashigaon to Khongma Danda (3,500m/11,483ft) - 6 to 7 hours trek
Day 07: Acclimatization day in Khongma Danda
Day 08: Trek from Khongma Danda to Dobate (3,650m/11,975ft) via Shipton La (4,229m/13,874ft) - 6 to 7 hours trek
Day 09: Trek from Dobate to Yangle Kharka (3,557m/11,670ft) - 6 to 7 hours trek
Day 10: Trek from Yangle Kharka to Langmale Kharka (4,410m/14,468ft) - 5 to 6 hours trek
Day 11: Acclimatization day at Langmale Kharka
Day 12: Trek from Langmale Kharka to Sherson (4,500m/14,763ft) - 6 to 7 hours trek
Day 13: Trek from Sherson to Makalu Base Camp (4,900m/16,076ft) - 4 to 5 hours trek
Day 14: Explore around the Makalu Base Camp (Exploration day)
Day 15: Trek from Makalu base camp to Yangle Kharka (3,600m/11,811ft) - 6 to 7 hours trek
Day 16: Trek from Yangle Kharka to Dobate (3,650m/11,975ft) - 6 to 7 hours trek
Day 17: Trek from Dobate to Khongma Danda (3,500m/11,483ft) - 5 to 6 hours trek
Day 18: Trek from Khongma Danda to Tashigaon (2,100m/6,890ft) - 4 to 5 hours trek
Day 19: Trek from Tashigaon to Seduwa (1,500m/4,922ft) - 5 to 6 hours trek
Day 20: Trek from Seduwa to Num (1,980m/6,497ft) - 5 to 6 hours trek
Day 21: Drive from Num to Tumlingtar - 4 – 5 hours
Day 22: Fly to Kathmandu - 1 hour flight
Day 23: Final departure from Kathmandu
