Makalu Base Camp 18-Day Trek

What's included

• Airport pickup and hotel transfer in Kathmandu
• Scenic mountain flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar
• Trek through diverse landscapes
• Acclimatization hike
• Four-pass crossing
• Visit to Makalu Base Camp
• Panoramic views of Makalu, Everest, and other peaks
• Cultural interaction in traditional villages
• Basic teahouse accommodation
• Explore the base camp of the world’s fifth-highest peak, Makalu
• Cross four high passes in one day (Khongma La, Ghungru La, Shipton La, Keke La)
• Spectacular views of four 8-thousanders: Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, Kanchenjunga
• Experience the rich culture of traditional Rai and Sherpa villages
• Pristine Makalu-Barun National Park with diverse flora and fauna

What's not included

• Meals not specified
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Trekking gear

Itinerary

1. Day 1 · Arrival in Kathmandu. Airport pickup, hotel transfer, trek briefing.
2. Day 2 · Fly to Tumlingtar. Mountain flight with Makalu/Kanchenjunga views. Drive to trek start.
3. Day 3 · Trek Num to Seduwa. Descend to Arun River bridge, through bamboo forests. Register at park office.
4. Day 4 · Trek Seduwa to Tashi Gaun. Through mani walls, rhododendron forest, traditional villages.
5. Day 5 · Trek Tashi Gaun to Khongma Danda. Rhododendron woodland, lunch at Dhara, stone steps to Khongma Danda.
6. Day 6 · Acclimatization at Khongma Danda. Rest day with acclimatization hike to Khongma La (3,890m).
7. Day 7 · Four Pass Crossing to Dobato. Spectacular day: Cross Khongma La (3,873m), Ghungru La (4,055m), Shipton La (4,216m), Keke La (4,152m). Visit sacred Kalo Pokhari lake.
8. Day 8 · Trek Dobato to Yangle Kharka. Through pine forest, steep descent to Barun River. Chamlang/Tutse views.
9. Day 9 · Trek Yangle Kharka to Langmale Kharka. Through grasslands, monastery, prayer flags along mani walls.
10. Day 10 · Trek to Makalu Base Camp. (4,870m) Reach base of world's 5th highest peak. Wildlife spotting opportunities.
11. Day 11 · Explore Makalu Base Camp. Climb to ridge viewpoint (5,300m). Panoramic views, Barun Glacier visit.
12. Day 12 · Trek Base Camp to Yangle Kharka. Return through pine forest and alpine scenery.
13. Day 13 · Trek Yangle Kharka to Dobato. Through rhododendron/fir forests, wooden bridges, Peak 7/6 views.
14. Day 14 · Four Pass Return to Khongma Danda. Reverse crossing of four high passes with prayer flag moments.
15. Day 15 · Trek Khongma Danda to Seduwa. Long descent through cloud forest. Cultural interaction, try tongba beer.
16. Day 16 · Trek to Num. Final trek through Arun valley, drive to town for celebration.
17. Day 17 · Fly to Kathmandu. Scenic return flight with aerial mountain views.
18. Day 18 · Departure. Airport transfer with Himalayan memories.