Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Makalu Base Camp trek is one of the most special and raw trekking experiences you can have in Nepal. Unlike the busy trails of Everest or Annapurna, this route takes you deep into a remote part of the Himalayas where nature is untouched and peaceful. The journey goes through the heart of Makalu-Barun National Park, from lush green forests and waterfalls to high alpine valleys and glaciers. You’ll get to see rare and breathtaking views of Mt. Makalu, the fifth highest mountain in the world, along with Everest, Lhotse, and Baruntse from unique angles. The trail is rich in biodiversity, home to red pandas, Himalayan thars, colorful birds, and forests full of rhododendrons and medicinal plants. Along the way, you’ll also get to experience the simple and humble lifestyle of the local Rai, Sherpa, and Bhotiya communities, whose warm hospitality adds depth to the journey. With fewer trekkers on the trail, you’ll find a kind of silence and connection to nature that’s hard to get elsewhere.
Options
Makalu base camp Trek Summer
Duration: 15 days
3 times meal
Pickup included
Makalu Base Camp Trek
Pickup included
What's included
First Aid Kits
Sleeping bags , trekking poles and crapoms is provided in request
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Dinner
Breakfast
Two way flight tickets from Kathmandu to Tumlintar is included .
One item from menu
Maps
One item from menu
One item for menu
Experiences English Speaking Guide
Guide and Porter daily Allowances
Guide and Porters insurance
Alcoholic Beverages
Bottled water is not included in the trek package. You can purchase it along the trail or refill at tea houses. We recommend carrying a refillable water bottle for sustainability.
Coffee and tea are not included in the package. They can be purchased separately at tea houses along the trail as per your preference.
Extra porter service available on request for carrying personal gear. Recommended for comfort. Each porter can carry up to 20–25 kg. Charges apply per day.
Personal Insurance of Guest
Private transportation is not included in the package. Local transport will be used as per the itinerary. Private vehicles can be arranged at extra cost if needed.
Visa Fee
What to expect
Day 1: Day 1: Fly Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, Drive to Num (1,500m)
Makalu Barun National Park
1 day
Flight: 45 min
Drive: 4-5 hours (off-road)
Overnight: Teahouse
Day 2: Day 2: Trek Num to Seduwa (1,500m)
Makalu Barun National Park
24m
Steep descent to Arun River, then steep climb to Seduwa
Trek: 5-6 hours
Overnight: Teahouse
Day 3: Day 3: Trek Seduwa to Tashigaon (2,100m)
Makalu Barun National Park
24m
Gradual walk through farms and forests
Trek: 4-5 hours
Overnight: Teahouse
Day 4: Day 4: Trek Tashigaon to Khongma Danda (3,500m)
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Long uphill through forest and meadows
Trek: 6-7 hours
Overnight: Basic lodge/Teahouse
Day 5: Day 5: Acclimatization day at Khongma Danda
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Short hikes to nearby ridges for acclimatization
Overnight: Teahouse
Day 6: Day 6: Trek Khongma Danda to Dobate (3,650m)
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Cross Shipton La (4,170m), Keke La (4,150m) passes
Trek: 6-7 hours (hard day but beautiful)
Overnight: Teahouse
Day 7: Day 7: Trek Dobate to Yangri Kharka (3,557m)
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Through rhododendron forests and river valleys
Trek: 5-6 hours
Overnight: Teahouse
Day 8: Day 8: Trek Yangri Kharka to Langmale Kharka (4,410m)
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Gradual ascent with stunning valley views
Trek: 5-6 hours
Overnight: Teahouse
Day 9: Day 9: Trek Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp (4,870m)
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Climb to the base camp with incredible Himalayan views
Trek: 6-7 hours
Overnight: Basic lodge or tented
Day 10: Day 10: Explore Makalu Base Camp
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Optional side hikes towards Barun Glacier
Overnight: Teahouse or tented camp
Day 11: Day 11: Trek Makalu Base Camp to Yangri Kharka
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Retrace steps down
Trek: 7 hours
Overnight: Teahouse
Day 12: Day 12: Trek Yangri Kharka to Dobate
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Trek: 6-7 hours
Overnight: Teahouse
Day 13: Day 13: Trek Dobate to Khongma Danda
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Trek: 5-6 hours
Overnight: Teahouse
Day 14: Day 14: Trek Khongma Danda to Seduwa
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Long descent
Trek: 6-7 hours
Overnight: Teahouse
Day 15: Day 15: Trek Seduwa to Num, drive back to Tumlingtar
Makalu Barun National Park
Pass by
Trek: 4 hours, Drive: 4-5 hours
Flight option: If timing matches, you can fly Tumlingtar to Kathmandu same day or next morning.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We will pick up all the clients from there location
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
