Makalu Trek

This trek takes you through isolated valleys and high mountain passes to the base of the world's fifth highest mountain – Mt.Makalu. The majority of the trek route lies inside Makalu-Barun national park, famous for a beautiful and variant array of flora and fauna. Here you will find some of Nepal's most amazing scenery, ranging from the sweeping Arun river valley, over the Barun La (4200m), to the remorseless Ice fields surrounding Makalu (8463 m). Trekking through the Arun valley offers you the best opportunity to observe many of our country's bird species, including the Spiny Babbler, the only species of its kind in the world. Practically untouched, this region has much more to offer you besides birds and wildlife… find out for yourself!

The trek starts from the small hill town of Hile, accessible by road or air, or through Tumblingtar, the district headquarters of Sunkhwasabha.

High Light of this routes : Tatopani (Hot Spring), Italian Base Camp, Dhaulagiri Ice fall, French Pass Hidden, Valley Alu Bari Marpha

Trip Summary
Total Trip Duration : 22 Days (3 Nights in Kathmandu)
Highest elevation : 5000 m (Makalu Base Camp)
Type of accommodation : Tent
Mode of Transport : Bus

Itinerary In Detail

Day 01
Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 2
Full day sightseeing of Kathmandu

Day 3
Full day sightseeing of Patan and Bhaktapur

Day 4
Fly to Tumlingtar and trek to Khandbari

Day 5
Trek to Chicila

Day 6
Trek to Num

Day 7
Trek to Seduwa (School Danda)

Day 8
Trek to Tashigaon

Day 9
Trek to Kauma

Day 10
Trek to Mumbuk

Day 11
Trek to Yangle Kharka

Day 12
Trek to Mera

Day 13
Trek to Makalu Base Camp

Day 14
Rest Day at Makalu Base Camp

Day 15
Trek to Yangle Kharka

Day 16
Trek to Kauma

Day 17
Trek to Nava Gaon

Day 18
Trek to Num

Day 19
Trek to Gagane

Day 20
Trek to Tumlingtar

Day 21
Fly back to Kathmandu

Day 22
Free day in Kathmandu

Day 23
Departure from Kathmandu