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Makalu Base Camp Trekking

Makalu trekking in eastern Nepal is protected by the Makalu Barun National Park and Conservation Project. Established in 1992, it covers 2330 sq km. Among the 16 mountains in the park, it is home to Makalu, the fifth highest mountain in the world (8463m/ 27,766ft).

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,

Campare to other trekking it is long but tremendous an exciting trek from beginning point by bus hille or by flight Tumlingtar along the Arun River to the Makalu base camp. You will walk through beautiful rai and limbu settlements of num and with steep climbs to the makalu barun national camp. We would like to put here as an extra for you that while you will be doing trekking in the Makalu base camp you will also touch the Sherpani Col pass which is the main pass trail to join the Khumbu valley.

Itinerary in Details:

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu. Met upon arrival. Transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Fly to Tumlingtar (950m/3,116ft). 50 minute flight. Camp.
Day 3: Trek to Mani-Bhanjyang (1,200m/3,936ft). walking 6 hours. Camp.
Day 4: Trek to Chichila (1,800m/5,904ft), 5-6 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 5: Trek to Num (1,500m/4,920ft). 5-6 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 6: Trek to Seduwa (1,493m/4,897ft). 5 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 7: Trek to Tashi Gaun (2,200m/7,216ft). 3-4 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 8: Trek to Kahuma Danda (3,500m/11,480ft). walking 6 hours. Camp.
Day 9: Trek to Mumbuk (3,400m/11,152ft). 5-6 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 10: Trek to Nehe Kharka (3,750m/12,300ft). walking 6 hours. Camp.
Day 11: Trek to Sherson (4,600m/15,088ft). walking 6 hours. Camp.
Day 12: Acclimatization and exploration days. Camp.
Day 13: Acclimatization and exploration days. Camp.
Day 14: Trek to Yangri Kharka (3,645m/11,956ft). walking 6 hours. Camp.
Day 15: Trek to Mumbuk (3,400m/11,152ft). 5-6 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 16: Trek to Kahuma Danda (3,500m/11,480ft). walking 6 hours. Camp.
Day 17: Trek to Navagaun (2,500m/8,200ft), walking 7 hours. Camp.
Day 18: Trek to Num via Seduwa. 6-7 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 19: Trek to Chichila (1,800m/5,904ft). 5-6 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 20: Trek to Khadbari. 6-7 hours of trekking. Camp.
Day 21: Trek back to Tumlingtar (950m/3,116ft). walking 5 hours. Camp.
Day 22: Fly back to Kathmandu. Hotel.
Day 23: Sightseeing day in and around the Kathmandu Valley. Hotel.
Day 24: In Kathmandu for free day at Kathmandu,
Day 25: Transfer to the Kathmandu International Airport for our departure.

Cost Includes;

Transportation as per itinerary, 3 meals per day during the trek (breakfast, lunch & dinner) including the coffee and tea, Accommodation in tea house or provided tents during the trek, Accomodation in Kathmandu using 4 star hotels,Experienced Government licensed guide and necessary porters during the trek, Government / Local taxes, Tourist service charge, guide / porter insurance and salary, general equipment, national park and conservation area fees.Airport transfers,

Cost Excludes;

International airfares, International Airport Departure Taxes, Trekking Equipment Major meals, Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu, Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone and laundry,Airport departure tax to be paid in rupees on your departure 1795 rupees, Nepal entry visa fee - you may easily obtain the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport,Kathmandu, Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects, Personal travel insurance, Tips & Gratuities,