Makalu Base Camp trek

Makalu Base Camp trek

Duration

18 days

group size

2-10

altitude

4870m

trip start

Kathmandu

Best season

Autumn, Spring

difficulty

hard

Makalu Base Camp Trek – Full Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350 m), transfer to your hotel, free time to take a rest.

Day 2 – Cultural tour in Kathmandu: visit Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple, and preparation for the trek.

Day 3 – Kathmandu → Tumlingtar ️ → Seduwa (1,560 m), 35-minute flight and 5-hour jeep drive.

Day 4 – Seduwa → Tashigaon → Danda Kharka (2,850 m)

Day 5 – Danda Kharka → Khongma (3,470 m)

Day 6 – Khongma → Shipton La Pass → Dobato (3,800 m)

Day 7 – Dobato → Yangle Kharka (3,610 m)

Day 8 – Yangle Kharka → Langmale (4,410 m)

Day 9 – Langmale → Makalu Base Camp (4,870 m)

Day 10 – Exploration day to Makalu Patthar (4,700 m)

Day 11 – Extra day at Makalu Base Camp for exploration in case of bad weather.

Day 12 – Makalu Base Camp → Langmale → Yangle Kharka (3,610 m)

Day 13 – Yangle Kharka → Dobato (3,800 m)

Day 14 – Dobato → Khongma (3,470 m)

Day 15 – Khongma → Chyakse Danda (1,900 m)

Day 16 – Chyakse Danda → Seduwa → Khandbari (1,022 m)

Day 17 – Khandbari → Tumlingtar → Kathmandu

Day 18 – Transfer to the airport for your flight back home, or free time in Kathmandu for sightseeing, souvenir shopping, and relaxation.

inclusion

  • Airport transfers in Kathmandu
  • 2 nights hotel in Kathmandu
  • All transportation during the trip
  • Round-trip flight Kathmandu – Tumlingtar
  • Private jeep Tumlingtar – Num – Tumlingtar
  • Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu
  • All meals during the trek
  • Lodge accommodation during the trek
  • Special Makalu trekking permit
  • National park and local permits
  • English/French-speaking experienced guide
  • One porter for every two clients (max 23 kg per person)
  • Staff salary, meals, and accommodation
  • All government taxes

Exclusion

  • Drinks (except 3 teas or coffees per day), alcohol, soft drinks, juices
  • Meals in Kathmandu
  • Extra hotel nights in Kathmandu
  • Nepal visa and personal insurance
  • Monument entrance fees
  • Tips for guide and porters
  • Any services not mentioned above
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