Makalu Base Camp Trek 20 Days
Nepal
Trip Highlights:
- Trek duration: 20 days
- Explore remote and less crowded trail to Mt. Makalu (8,481m), the 5th highest peak in the world
- Stunning views of snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and alpine landscapes
- Trek through dense rhododendron and pine forests
- Experience unique Sherpa and Tibetan culture in local villages
- Opportunity to spot rare Himalayan wildlife like red pandas and musk deer
- Gradual altitude gain with proper acclimatization to reduce altitude sickness risk
- Mix of camping and teahouse stays for authentic trekking experience
- Relax in natural hot springs along the route
- Adventure for experienced trekkers seeking solitude and pristine nature
Trip Facts:
| Price : |
Starting From
US$ 1,550
/ person
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| Group Size : | 1-20+ | |||||||||||||
| Duration : | 20 Days | |||||||||||||
| Trip Mode : | Private Vehicle/ Shared Vehicle | |||||||||||||
| Level : | Difficult | |||||||||||||
| Max Altitude : | 5,000 m/16,732 ft | |||||||||||||
| Best Season : | Sep-Nov/Late Feb-May | |||||||||||||
| Accommodation : | Tea House/Lodge/Camp | |||||||||||||
| Meal : | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | |||||||||||||
| Start|End : | Kathmandu |
Outline Itinerary:
- Day 1: Flight to Tumlingtar (460m) and drive to Chichili (1980m)
- Day 2: Trek to Num (1560m)
- Day 3: Trek to Sedua (1500m)
- Day 4: Trek to Tashi Gaon (2100m)
- Day 5: Trek to Kauma (3500m)
- Day 6: Rest and acclimatization day
- Day 7: Trek to Mumbuk (3570m)
- Day 8: Trek to Nhe Kharka (3000m)
- Day 9: Trek to Sherson (4615m)
- Day 10: Trek to the Final Destination – The Makalu Base Camp (5000m)
- Day 11: Explore Makalu Base Camp (5000m)
- Day 12: Return Journey to Nhe Kharka (3000m)
- Day 13: Trek to Mumbuk (3570m)
- Day 14: Trek to Kauma (3470m)
- Day 15: Trek to Tashi Gaon (2070m)
- Day 16: Trek to Balung (760m)
- Day 17: Trek to Pukuwa (550m)
- Day 18: Trek to Bumling (370m)
- Day 19: Trek to Tumlingtar (460m)
- Day 20: Fly to Kathmandu (1,310m)
What's include?
- Airport pick up and drop off, upon arrival and departure in Kathmandu (International and domestic both)
- Makalu Base camp all required permit fee and Makalu Barun National Park entrance fee
- Flight ticket to Tumlingtar both ways
- Food and accommodation during the trek and climb (full board with breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea/coffee and seasonal fresh fruits)
- One licensed English or Chinese or Korean or Hindi along with Nepali speaking trekking guide
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map(in case if you don't have your own. Down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag must be returned after completion of the trip)
- First Aid Medical Kit(Carried by the guide)
- First Aid Medical Kit(Carried by the guide) Aarogya PC-303 Portable Vital Signs Monitor Device
What's exclude?
- International Airfare
- Visa Charges
- Your travel and medical insurance
- Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- Services not mentioned or not promised by the Agent / Agency
- Emergency expenses such as expenses on charted Flights / Helicopter
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