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Makalu Base Camp Wilderness Trek

18 Days / 17 Nights Difficulty: difficult Altitude: 4870m

About the Adventure

A pristine, dramatic expedition through lush subtropical Arun and Barun river valleys across steep high passes into the colossal granite south face of Mount Makalu (8,485m — world's 5th highest mountain).

Trip Highlights

Stand before the colossal granite south face of Mount Makalu (8,485m)
Cross high passes: Shipton La (4,216m) and Keke La (4,170m)
Descend into Barun River Gorge flanked by 1,000m sheer vertical cliffs
View Makalu South Face & Everest Kangshung Face from glacier viewpoints
Pristine biodiversity from subtropical Arun valley to alpine glaciers
Day 1
Fly Kathmandu to Tumlingtar & Drive to Num
40.00 km 4.0 hrs Max 1560 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Scenic 45-min flight, then 4WD jeep drive across Khandbari and Chichila.

Day 2
Num to Seduwa
9.00 km 5.5 hrs Max 1500 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drop steeply to Arun River bridge (770m), then long climb to Seduwa (NP entry).

Day 3
Seduwa to Tashigaon
8.00 km 4.5 hrs Max 2100 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hike through terraced fields and Sherpa hamlets; last permanent village.

Day 4
Tashigaon to Khongma Danda
7.50 km 6.0 hrs Max 3500 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Steep staircase ascent through dense rhododendron and cloud forest.

Day 5
Acclimatization Day at Khongma Danda
3.00 km 2.5 hrs Max 3500 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Rest and short hike towards pass ridge to adapt to incoming altitude gain.

Day 6
Khongma to Dobate via Shipton La (4,216m)
9.00 km 7.0 hrs Max 3860 m Teahouse / Camp Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cross Ghungru La, sacred Kalo Pokhari lake, Shipton La & Keke La passes.

Day 7
Dobate to Yangle Kharka
8.50 km 5.5 hrs Max 3550 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Descend into Barun River Gorge flanked by 1,000m sheer granite cliffs.

Day 8
Yangle Kharka to Langmale Kharka
10.00 km 5.5 hrs Max 4410 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Pass Merek village with opening vistas of Peak 4, Chamlang and Makalu.

Day 9
Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp
8.00 km 4.5 hrs Max 4870 m Teahouse / Camp Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Walk past Shershon meadow; reach Base Camp with amphitheater views of Makalu.

Day 10
Exploration Day at Makalu Base Camp
5.00 km 4.0 hrs Max 4870 m Teahouse / Camp Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hike to glacier viewpoint, view Makalu South Face & Everest Kangshung Face.

Day 11
Makalu Base Camp to Yangle Kharka
16.00 km 6.5 hrs Max 3550 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Retrace trail down Barun Valley alongside alpine streams.

Day 12
Yangle Kharka to Dobate
8.50 km 5.0 hrs Max 3860 m Teahouse / Camp Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Gentle climb up towards base of pass crossing.

Day 13
Dobate to Khongma Danda via Shipton La
9.00 km 6.5 hrs Max 3500 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cross Shipton La back into Khongma ridge.

Day 14
Khongma to Tashigaon & Seduwa
15.00 km 7.0 hrs Max 1500 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Long downhill descent returning into warmer subtropical foliage.

Day 15
Seduwa to Num & Drive to Tumlingtar
45.00 km 4.0 hrs Max 510 m Hotel in Tumlingtar Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Final river crossing climb to Num; jeep transfer to Tumlingtar airport town.

Day 16
Fly Tumlingtar to Kathmandu
0.00 km 0.0 hrs Max 1400 m Hotel in Kathmandu Breakfast

Morning flight back to Kathmandu; transfer to hotel.

What's Included

Official services & logistics
7 Included
Kathmandu - Tumlingtar roundtrip domestic flights
4WD jeep connections Tumlingtar - Num - Tumlingtar
Makalu Barun National Park Permit & TIMS
Basic teahouse and camping hybrid accommodation
Professional guide
cook & porter team
Full board meals

What's Excluded

Personal expenses & gear
5 Excluded
International flights
Nepal tourist visa
Comprehensive high-altitude evacuation insurance
Personal trekking gear
Tips for staff

Upcoming Departures & Direct Booking

30% OFF for Groups (4+ Pax)
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Individual:

$1,750.00

/ person
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Group Rate: $1,225.00 / pax
Min. 4 pax total: $4,900.00 $7,000.00

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