Makalu Base Camp Trek - 21 Days

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu-Transfer to Hotel

When you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, one of our agents will greet you. In a private vehicle, he will escort you to the appropriate hotel. Your pre-trip meeting will take place at the hotel before supper on the same day. However, on your way to the hotel, our airport representative will give you a brief overview of the second day's agenda. We will introduce you to your leader/guide during this meeting. Please do not hesitate to ask any queries you may have about your expedition or anything else linked to it. And you'll spend the night in a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 02: Fly Tumlingtar then drive to Chichira (1,980m/6497ft) | Flight :30 Mins  | Drive: 3-4 Hrs

After breakfast, fly to Tumlingtar to meet the rest of the crew members who will be joining you on the journey. We then travel to Chichira, a small Gurung village. We stop for a rest at Chichira to prepare for the next day's hike. Chichira is where you will be spending the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 03: Chichira to Num (1,560m/5119ft)   | Trek:6-7 hrs

We get up early in the morning and drive to Num after a hearty meal. Num is reached after a gently paced trek through scenic villages and rich mountain forests. This is Num for us, a ridgeline with magnificent views on both sides and perched at the end. Overnight in Num.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 04: Num to Seduwa (1,500m/4922 ft)   | Trek: 6-7 Hrs

The Barun River is reached after a long descent through forests and terraced farmland. We cross the river and continue up the other side on an equally hard incline. The woodland in the valleys provides some relief from the heat. Makalu Barun National Park begins here, and this is where we register our permits. We set up camp at the very top of the settlement. Seduwa is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 05: Seduwa to Tashigaon (2,100m/6890ft) | Trek: 5-6 Hrs

Ascend the ridge that is flanked on the west by the Ipsuwa Khola and on the east by the Kasuwa Khola. We arrive in the exotic village of Tashi Gaon after crossing the mountainside through calm settlements and passing through small paddy fields. We are greeted by a stunning Himalayan panorama once we arrive. Tashigaon is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 06: Tashigaon to Khongma Danda (3,500m/11,483 ft)  | Trek: 6-7 hrs

This will be a challenging day because we will be walking on a steep trail at a greater elevation. We'll climb through the woods to a brook, then onto a ridge. The trail becomes much steeper from here, passing through a Kharka (grazing field) before reaching the top of the ridge through a series of hard stone stairs and small lakes. It's only a short distance down to Khongma Danda from here. Khongma Danda is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 07: Acclimatization/Rest 

The day off will allow us to recuperate our bodies before tackling the Shipton La the next day. Those who want to explore the surrounding area might take a walk around the area. Khongma Danda is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 08: Khongma Danda to Dobate ( 1144m/ 7926ft) | Trek: 6-7 Hrs

Climb to the top of the Shipton La (pass), which will take a few hours. Pass through the Keke La at 4,170m after passing across the lake Kalo Pokhari (3930m). The magnificent vistas of Chamlang (7321m), Peak 6 (6,524m), and Peak 7 (6,524m) can be seen (6,758m). We descend via the picturesque valley to Dobate after passing the Keke La pass. Dobate is where you will be spending the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 09: Dobate to Yangri Kharka (3,557m/11,670 ft) | Trek: 6-7 Hrs

We travel from Dobate through the rhododendron woodland to the Barun River and the valley's upper reaches. The first two hours of the walk should be taken extremely carefully because the trail is steep and difficult. We next continue a delightful walk, gradually gaining altitude till we reach Yangri Kharka, which is located at the valley's bottom. Yangri Kharka is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 10: Yangri Kharka to Langmale Kharka: (4,410m/14,468ft) | Trek: 5-6 Hrs

We pass through yak pastures, verdant woodlands, and boulder fields on our way to the valley after a moderate hike. During the beginning of the walk, the valley walls loom imposingly above us. As we climb higher, we cross Merek and observe a substantial increase in the spectacular Himalayan views. Langmale Kharka is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 11: Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp: (4,870m/15,978ft) | Trek: 6-7 Hrs 

Today is the day that we arrive at Base Camp. We climb up from Langmale Kharka to Shershong and then to Makalu Base Camp. The trail is mostly level, with icy glaciers and snow-covered mountains in the background. As we get closer to Shershong, we can see Mount Makalu. We get to take in the magnificent Himalayan panorama as we make our approach to the tent. Makalu Base Camp is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 12: Explore Makalu Base Camp and trek back to Laangmale

The enormous Barun Glacier lies beyond the Base Camp, which is a stony barren place. The beautiful south face of Makalu, as well as the entire vista of Everest and Lhotse, can be seen from here. We may go exploring the nearby lakes and glaciers, as well as take a short hike up to the camp, where we can celebrate our accomplishment. Makalu Base Camp is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 13: Makalu Base Camp to Yangri Kharka   | Trek: 6-7 Hrs

Before turning the curve and heading back, we descend from the base camp and catch one more view of Makalu. We proceed via Shershong, Langmale Kharka, Merek, and Yangri Kharka on our way down the valley before arriving in Yangri Kharka. Yangri Kharka is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 14: Yangri Kharka to Dobate  | Trek: 6-7 Hrs

We descend from Yangri Kharka through rock falls, verdant forests, and valleys on our route to Dobate. As we descend the trail, we follow the Barun River's banks. Dobate will be our home for the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 15: Dobate to Khongma Danda  | Trek: 5-6 Hrs

The journey begins with a difficult ascent from Dobate to Mumbuk (Nambuk) through fir and rhododendron woodland. On the way, we pass via the Keke La, Tutu La (Shipton's Pass), and Kauma La. After that, we return to Khongma Danda. Khongma Danda is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 16: Khongma Danda to Tashigaon    | Trek: 4-5 Hrs

The walk continues with a series of long, steep descents through the mountains. The trek leads us through dense forests before arriving in Tashigaon, an indigenous Sherpa settlement. Tashigaon is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 17: Tashigaon to Seduwa | Trek: 4-5 Hrs 

As we leave Makalu Barun National Park and descend to the Barun River, we retrace our tracks. We then proceed down the hillside, passing through villages and communities before arriving at Seduwa once more. Seduwa is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 18: Seduwa to Num  | Trek: 5-6 Hrs

We leave Seduwa and make our way to Num through verdant trees. As we descend, the trail climbs and descends, passing through deep woods and Sherpa communities. Num is where you will be spending the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 19: Num to Tumlingtar | Trek:6-7 Hrs

We retrace our steps back to Chichira, where we may enjoy the magnificent view of Mount Makalu one last time. The final portion of the trek will take us to Tumlingtar, where we will spend the night before departing for Kathmandu the next day. Tumlingtar is where you'll spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 20: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel   | Flight:30 Mins

After a long climb in the highlands, we fly back to Kathmandu today. At the hotel, we may rest and relax all day. In Kathmandu, spend the night.
Meal: Breakfast and Farewell Dinner

Day 21: Final Departure to your Destination

Today is the last day of our Nepalese adventure! For your flight out of Nepal, our airport agent will drop you off at Kathmandu's Tribhuwan International Airport.
Meal: Breakfast

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Route Map

Useful Information

Passport and Visas:
First, be sure you have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date.  You can obtain visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or upon arrival in Kathmandu Airport. Nepalese visas cost USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days till date.
Get the required visa for Nepal.
You can get Nepal visa prior to arrival from the Nepalese Embassy at your home country. Likewise, you can easily get an up on arrival visa at Kathmandu airport and other different borders from Nepal. This is for those who travel from India and Tibet. For more information and download please visit Nepal Visa Information.
Bring Official Papers
Some of the required official documents are your valid passport, 4 extra passports sized photographs (for trekking permits), travel insurance, airline tickets, and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon entry into Nepal. For detail information, we request you to visit our visa page.

Money & Credit card Info
We find that most of the credit card, master and visa card is blocked from your card provider. It may be because of a security reason. It, sometimes, may bring you in a problematic situation that you can't get money from ATMs and that you find difficult to pay for your treks and tour. To find yourself free from this problem, you can call your card provider before you travel to Nepal and inform there that you are traveling to Nepal. Ensure them to give the authorization for the payment. In Nepal, you have to pay 3.5 % credit card commission s per Nepal Bank rules, on top of your payable amount for the trek cost.  So, please be sure that you bring some cash in USD to pay us. Likewise, be sure you have brought some small amount for your daily expenses as well as for those items which are not included in our cost. We request you not to change money in the Airport. The exchange rate is very low there. Our office provides you with the facility to change your money. Or, you can take help from Money Changers in Thamel.
 

Travel Insurance:
Our clients must have comprehensive travel insurance package. Their insurance must cover against medical, personal accident, emergency evacuation, trip cancellation, lost of gears, natural calamity, theft of or damage to baggage etc.
 

Who can trek?
No special degree of fitness is required and that there is no age barrier. However, in the areas over 3000m altitude, extra care should be taken. One can trek who have strong legs and the spirit for adventure to explore the exotic will enjoy the thrills of trekking in the hills of Nepal. Normally, for weary trekkers, we have a list of short, easy and exotic treks and for the experienced trekkers, we offer a longer trek with lots of excitement and adventure. We encourage all men and women, families, students and professionals around the world to enjoy the enchanting trekking in Nepal. You can join us as an individual team member or with your own group. We commit to arranging the best trekking that delights you in the Nepal Himalayas. If you can have fun walking for 3-6 hours up and down hills to Nepal, pack your luggage and join us for an exhilarating and unforgettable journey. All the necessary things for your trekking will be arranged by us. What you can do is to enjoy the beautiful scenery and magnificent view of Nepal Himalayas.
 

Clothing and Equipment for Traveling in Nepal
Trekking in the Himalayas needs to the arrangement of equipment as you have to find yourself comfortable at higher altitude. The basic clothing item that you are expected to be prepared with are well described here. Remember that excess baggage is likely to be a burden for yourself and your supporting staff. "Pack light, but pack right", is our motto. This will allow you to enjoy a comfortable journey with your energies and enthusiastic zeal focused on the exploration of this enchanting Nepal scenic beauty. Please visit here for Clothing and Equipment list.
 

Buying and Renting Equipment in Kathmandu
It is not really necessary to spend a large amount of money buying extra equipment and clothing prior to your trip. It is because most of the trekking equipment can be hired from many adventure shops within Kathmandu. Most of the gear is locally manufactured (hence a lot cheaper). Some Chinese gear is likely to be more expensive but qualitative. Sleeping bag and down jacket are easily rented. Each item can be rented for less than USD 1, for a day. You have to manage other items buying them yourself. However, these items are more likely to be cheaper than those in your hometown. We will arrange all the necessary items you need on the second day of your arrival. 
 

Vaccination for Nepal
All travelers should consult with their physician or update on vaccination requirements before travel. (Your doctor or health-care provider will determine what you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities) For traveling to Nepal; we recommend you to take a vaccination of Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies etc, it is not really must but recommended.
 

How to Book
While you chose which trip you wanted to go with, contact us to our head office Thamel Kathmandu Nepal by mail or phone, email is more easy and clear options, as soon as we get your email or call we will process for your booking. We need 20% booking amount to confirm your booking, the payment can be made through the Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa card) or through online money transfers also Money Gram, Western Unions or others. After we get the 20% amount we will confirm your booking and you will get the official booking and payment receipt. The final balance for the tour will be paid upon arrival in Kathmandu.

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