Makalu Base Camp Trek
Mt. Makalu is the 5th highest peak in the world among the other 14 peaks above 8000 meters. Mount Makalu Base camp has got its popularity for wilderness trekking in the Himalayas region of Nepal.
Makalu Base Camp Trek
On this Makalu Base Camp Trek, we have allocated 20 days inclusive of 3 nights staying in Kathmandu pre-and post-trek. After taking a flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, our trek adventure starts!
From Tumlingtar, we take a local jeep drive to Num (4 – 5 hours on a bumpy road). If we are trekking at the beginning of post-monsoon (early October); maybe we can not continue our driving to Num; it means we may need to terminate our driving somewhere in Manebhanjyang or Chihira. Thus, we have endorsed 2 days to reach Num in case of bad road conditions.
Our real trek adventure starts from Num (1560m). From Num, we trek down to Arun River valley and trek uphill to Seduwa, Tashigaou, and Khongma through traditional Rai and Sherpa villages and cross 3 passes including Shipton La (4170m). We see impressive views of the Himalayas including Mt. Makalu from the passes. After the 3 passes, we trek down to Barun River valley through rhododendron forest and trek to Makalu Base camp. After visiting Makalu Base Camp, we trek back to Num following the same trek route.
On our trek program, we have the flexibility of staying at local teahouses and our tents.
During the Makalu Base Camp trek, we provide an English-speaking guide, kitchen helper, the required number of porters, and some food provisions which are not available to buy on the trek. We also purchase local food to encourage locals to generate income for themselves.
Makalu Base Camp trek is truly an excellent trek in the Himalayan region…!!!