Mt. Makalu Expedition (8,463m)

Mt. Makalu Expedition Mt. Makalu, the fifth highest peak in the world is situated in the heart of the eastern Himalayas. There are seven valleys radiating from mount Makalu. These valleys, particularly the Barun valley, are the home of pristine forests and alpine meadows of Nepal. The Himalaya rise to the height of 8,463 m. From the bottom of the Arun valley, at just about 435m above sea level, within this wide range of altitudes and climates, the Makalu-Barun area contains some of the richest and most diverse flora and fauna of Nepal. Diverse ethnic communities of Rai, Sherpa, and Shingsawa (Bhotia),etc.have nestled the lower reaches of these valleys. These communities are economically poor and isolated but they are rich in cultural heritage. They are the leaders of Makalu-Barun region for preserving the unique biological and cultural treasures. Covering 2.330 sq km, Makalu-Barun is situated to the west of Sagarmatha (Mount Everest) National Park to the west. Due to its relative inaccessibility, majority of the visitors know a little about it, however, those who have visited can go with a remarkable experience to your homeland.

Elevation: 8,463 m
Area:Makalu/Baruntse
Route: Kathamndu-Tumlingtar-MBC
Best season: Autumn September October and November Spring March, April and May
Duration: 60 Days.

Itinerary - Mt. Makalu Expedition

Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel

Day 02: Preparation for the expedition

Day 03: We will take early flight to Tumlingtar and overnight in a local lodge

Day 04: From Tumlingtar, we go to Manebhanjyang (1100m), overnight in the camp

Day 05: Today we go to Kuwapani from Manebhanjyang, overnight in the camp

Day 06: Today, from Kuwapani, we trek to Num (1500m) and overnight in the camp

Day 07: After having food at Num (1500m), we transfer to Sedua (1510m), overnight in the camp

Day 08: We start our early trek from Sedua and reach Tashigaon (2070m) in the late afternoon, overnight in the camp

Day 09: Acclimatization

Day 10: Having lunch at Tashigaon (2070m), we trek to Khongma (3560m), overnight in the camp

Day 11: Today, we trek to Sanopokhari from Khongma (3560m), overnight in the camp

Day 12: It is our turn to visit Mumbuk (3550m) from Sanopokhari, overnight in the camp

Day 13: We will start our trek from Mumbuk (3550m) and reside at Yangle Kharka (3600m), overnight in the camp

Day 14: From Yangle Kharka (3600m), we trek to Majh Kharka, overnight in the camp

Day 15: Today, we trek to Mkalu Base Camp (4750m) from Majh Kharka, overnight in the camp

Day 16 - 50: Climbing Period

Day 51: Cleaning up Base Camp

Day 52: We will go to Yak Kharka and overnight in the camp

Day 53: Today, we go to Mumbuk and overnight in a local lodge

Day 54: It is our turn to visit Tashi Gaon and overnight in a lodge

Day 55: Having breakfast at Tashi Gaon, we trek to Nun and overnight in a lodge

Day 56: From Nun, we trek to Chichira and overnight in a lodge

Day 57: After having lunch at Chichira, we trek to Khandbari and overnight in a lodge

Day 58: From Tumlingtar, we take our early flight to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel

Day 59: Full day sightseeing and shopping in Kathmandu, farewell dinner party in the evening and overnight in the hotel

Day 60: Full day sightseeing and shopping in Kathmandu, farewell dinner party in the evening and overnight in the hotel