This is an outstanding trekking area in the eastern region of Nepal which offers a combination of rich cultural heritage, unsurpassed beauty and ecological diveristy. The trail takes you from the lowlands of Tumlingtar on the Arun River, through one of the least frequented areas of Nepal, to the base camp of Makalu (8475 m). The trail follows the beautiful Barun river valley in the Makalu Base Camp (5000m), from here views of the south face of Makalu, as well as Everest and Lhotse are truly spectacular. The Arun valley is also a home of rare species of various birds which are now only found in Nepal.
Trek Profile
Total Days:20 Days
Highest altitude: 4880 m.
Group Size: Min - 2 + above pax
Best Season:Spring/Autumn
Mode of Travel: Drive in/out
Trek Grade:Moderate to Challenging
Style of Trek: Camping
Trekking Hours: Approximately 6 - 7 hrs a day
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu & transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar (510m)
Day 03: Trek to Mani Bhanjyang (1100m)
Day 04: Trek to Chichila(1830m)
Day 05: Trek to Num (1500m)
Day 06: Trek to Sedua(1510m)
Day 07: Trek to TashiGaon (2050m)
Day 08: Rest at TashiGaon
Day 09: Trek to Khongma(3560m).
Day 10: Trek to Mumbuk-(3550m) crossing over Shipton-La-4127m & Tutu La-(4075m)
Day 11: Trek to YangleKharka. (3620m)
Day 12: Trek to Merak (4570m)or Shersong(4650m)
Day 13: Trek to Makalu Base camp (4880m)
Day 14: Rest at Makalu base camp
Day 15: Trek back to Mumbuk.
Day 16: Trek back to Khongma.
Day 17: Trek back to Tashigaon.
Day 18: Trek back to Num.
Day 19: Trek back to Chichila.
Day 20: Trek back to Mani Bhanjyang.
Day 21: Trek back to Tumlingtar.
Day 22: Fly / drive back to Kathmandu
Day 23:Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 24:Fly back to Kathmandu. If you would like to spend more time in Nepal, please contact us to learn about some other exciting travel ideas.
Note : The itinerary mentioned above is to give an overview of the trekking. It can be changed based on your interests and needs.
Service Includes
- Airport pick up & drop off by private transport
- 3 nights’ hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
- Guided city tour in Kathmandu valley as per above program
- An experienced trekking Guide, Sherpa, required number of porters, cook, kitchen helpersFood, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipments of our crew.
- Transportation by flight or vehicle
- Full board meal (veg. / non veg.) prepared by our cook
- Trekking equipment (two men tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, Table with chairs, kitchen utensils, Down sleeping bag / Jackets, walking sticks, and other necessary equipments during the trek
- Makalu restricted area trekking Permit
- TIMS
- Makalu Conservation Area permit
- Other necessary documents
- Vat.
Excludes
- Nepal entry visa
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Your Travel and medical insurance
- Items of a personal nature
- Any kind of alcoholic drinks, hot water, hot shower, cold drinks, laundry, phone call and internet.
- Tips for guide, porters
- Emergency rescue by Helicopter
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