Trip Overview
Duration: 19
Guided Service: Yes
Group Size: Any
Accomodation: Teahouses or Tents During the Trek
Meal: All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Best Season: spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November)
Transportation: By air
The Makalu Base Camp Trek is a challenging and off-the-beaten-path trekking route in the eastern region of Nepal. It takes you through the Makalu Barun National Park, one of the least explored and most remote areas in Nepal. The trek offers spectacular views of some of the world’s highest peaks, including Mount Everest, Makalu, and Lhotse. The trek usually starts from Tumlingtar, which is accessible by a short flight from Kathmandu. From Tumlingtar, you will trek through dense forests, rocky trails, and high mountain passes to reach the base camp of Mount Makalu, the fifth highest peak in the world. The trek is usually completed in around 18-21 days, depending on your itinerary and pace. The best time to do this trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons, when the weather is clear and the views are stunning.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu
Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and drive to Num (1,560m)
Trek from Num to Seduwa (1,500m)
Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaon (2,070m)
Rest day in Tashigaon for acclimatization
Trek from Tashigaon to Khongma (3,560m)
Trek from Khongma to Dobate (3,620m)
Trek from Dobate to Yangri Kharka (3,557m)
Trek from Yangri Kharka to Langmale Kharka (4,410m)
Trek from Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp (4,870m)
Explore Makalu Base Camp and surroundings
Trek from Makalu Base Camp to Yangri Kharka (3,557m)
Trek from Yangri Kharka to Dobate (3,620m)
Trek from Dobate to Khongma (3,560m)
Trek from Khongma to Tashigaon (2,070m)
Trek from Tashigaon to Seduwa (1,500m)
Trek from Seduwa to Num (1,560m)
Drive from Num to Tumlingtar and fly back to Kathmandu
Departure from Kathmandu
Additional Details
No additional details
Inclusion & Exclusion
Inclusions
- All necessary permits and entry fees
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu-Tumlingtar-Kathmandu)
- Airport transfers in Kathmandu and Tumlingtar
- Accommodation in Kathmandu as per the itinerary
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
- Accommodation in teahouses or tents during the trek
- Experienced trekking guide and porters
- All necessary equipment and gear (sleeping bags, down jackets, trekking poles, etc.)
- First aid kit
Exclusions
- International airfare to and from Nepal
- Nepalese visa fees
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Personal expenses such as drinks, snacks, and souvenirs
- Tips for the trekking staff (guides, porters, etc.)
- Any additional costs incurred due to unforeseen circumstances (such as flight delays or cancellations)
