Makalu Base Camp Trek
Makalu & Barun Region
Trip Highlights:
- Moderate daily walking (4–7 hrs), with some challenging sections near MBC.
- Acclimatization built in to avoid altitude sickness.
- Stunning Himalayan views: Makalu, Baruntse, Chamlang, and other 6,000–7,000 m peaks.
- Less crowded and pristine environment compared to Everest or Annapurna treks.
- Cultural exposure to Sherpa villages along the Barun Valley.
Trip Facts:
| Price | : | 1915 USD Per person |
| Holiday Preference | : | Adventure-Focused Trips |
| Group Size | : | 2-6 Pax |
| Duration | : | 20 Days |
| Trip Mode | : | Teahouse & Lodge. |
| Level | : | Moderate to Strenuous |
| Max Altitude | : | 4,870 m (15,776 ft.) |
| Best Season | : | Spring (March-April-May) & Autumn (Sep-Oct-Nov) |
| Start|End | : | Tumlingtar/Tumlingtar |
Outline Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350 m) & Transfer to Hotel.
- Day 2: Trek Preparation and Kathmandu Sightseeing
- Day 3: Fly to Tumlingtar (520 m) and Drive to Num (1,560 m) – 5–6 hrs
- Day 4: Trek Num to Seduwa (1,500 m) – 4–5 hrs
- Day 5: Trek Seduwa to Tashigaon (2,100 m) – 4–5 hrs
- Day 6: Trek Tashigaon to Khongma Danda (3,500 m) – 5–6 hrs
- Day 7: Acclimatization and Rest at Khongma Danda
- Day 8: Trek Khongma Danda to Dobate (3,520 m) – 6–7 hrs
- Day 9: Trek Dobate to Yangri Kharka (3,557 m) – 4–5 hrs
- Day 10: Trek Yangri Kharka to Langmale Kharka (4,410 m) – 3–4 hrs
- Day 11: Trek Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp (4,870 m) – 4–5 hrs
- Day 12: Explore Makalu Base Camp
- Day 13: Trek Makalu Base Camp to Yangri Kharka (3,557 m) – 7–8 hrs
- Day 14: Trek Yangri Kharka to Dobate (3,520 m) – 4–5 hrs
- Day 15: Trek Dobate to Khongma Danda (3,500 m) – 5–6 hrs
- Day 16: Trek Khongma Danda to Tashigaon (2,100 m) – 3–4 hrs
- Day 17: Trek Tashigaon to Num (1,560 m) – 6–7 hrs
- Day 18: Drive from Num to Tumlingtar (410 m) – 5–6 hrs
- Day 19: Fly from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu (1,350 m) – 50 min
- Day 20: Departure from Kathmandu
What's include?
- 3 nights Single/twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu (3★ hotel, breakfast included $30-40 per night single basis).
- 16 nights’ single/twin sharing accommodation in clean & cozy teahouses/lodges during trek.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) with tea/coffee & filtered water during trek.
- Domestic round trip flight-Kathmandu to Tumlingtar & Private transportation to Num & return back as well.
- Experienced licensed trekking guide from Kathmandu, with meals & allowances (NPR.4500-5000 Per day)
- Porter service (1 porter for every 2 clients, with meals & allowances 2200-2500 per day).
- Makalu Barun National Park Permit and all necessary permits.
- Complimentary trekking kit: duffel bag, sleeping bag & trekking poles (return after trek),
- Airport–hotel transfers by private vehicle.
- First-aid medical kit (all essential kit with a supplementary oxygen cylinder-2.1kg (124minutes for emergency case)
- Office service charges & all government taxes.
What's exclude?
- Personal expenses (beverages, snacks, laundry, tips). .
- Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
- Extra assistant guide (NPR 4000 per day if requested).
- International airfare & airport taxes.
- Travel insurance (must cover high-altitude trekking & evacuation).
- Nepal entry visa (USD 50/30 days; USD 125/90 days – available on arrival).
- Personal trekking gear & clothing.
- Emergency evacuation (helicopter rescue)
- Additional expenses caused by strikes, natural disasters, or delays.
- Horse renting or extra porters due to unforeseen circumstances
- Any additional costs due to itinerary changes (flights, weather, political disturbances, etc.).
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