Makalu trekking

Makalu trkeking

Makalu trekking is adventure trekking destination in Nepal Himalaya. Nepal Makalu trek is known as a Makalu base camp trekking offer beautiful Himalayan views of Mt. Everest 8848 m. Mt. Lhotse 8516 m , Mt.Makalu 8463 m , Mt. Cho Oyu 8201 m & 17 snowy capped mountains. Makalau trekking tour is less trodden trekking tour in Nepal explore the Mount Makalu base camp & beautiful landscape of Arun vallley trekking trail. Mt. Makalu Base camp trek discover the impressive natural scenery and the main focal point of makalu trekking is Makalu Barun National Park and Conservation Area, which lies in the Solukhumbhu and Sankhuwasabha district, established in 1992 and formally inaugurated in 1992. Mt. Makalu 8463 m is fifth highest mountain in the world. Mt. Makalu base camp trek difficulty level is moderate Strenuous thus trekkers should know details of Makalu treks information before heading to the relevant areas. Makalu Sherpini col pass trekking is one of the challenging trekking in Makalu region to enter the Everest trekking trails. Makalu trekking cost is depend on group size and choice of packages but individual person also doable this trekking tour as per requirements. 

Makalu trekking tour is exclusive treks destinations in Nepal for those trekkers who has dreaming to explore the high Himalayan base camp, high passes and remote wilderness of Nepal. Minimum three weeks holidays required trekking in Makalu region but trekkers may join for express Makalu base camp treks with in 16 days. Autumn and spring season is best time treks in Makalu region but doable around the year. Now a days Makalu hiking trip doable tea house / lodge. Having a wide range of attitudinal and climatic variations, the Makalu Barun trekking offers a remarkable and diverse habitat for a rich variety of flora and fauna. Plants of all major ecological zones: tropical, sub-tropical, temperate, alpine and sub-alpine are found here and Makalu Barun National park is the home to a rich variety of wildlife. Makalu trekking is rich for natural paradise include beautiful mountains, pristine forest, and a wide variety of plants, animal life and the simple and warm hearted people local people with rich and varied customs. 

Makalu base camp trekking commence from Tumlingtar after 1 hour secnic mountain flight from Kathmnandu. Makalu trekking region is subject to all the rules relating entry fee, fees for video cameras and restriction on firewood. The nearest airstrip in this region is Tumlingtar. Nestled in the lower reaches of these valleys are communities of Rai, Sherpa, and Shingsawa (Bhotia) farmers. Though economically poor and isolated, they retain a rich cultural heritage. They hold the key to the preservation of the unique biological and cultural treasures of the Makalu Barun area. Nepal Makalu trekking tour is one of the most remote and unfrequented trekking areas of Nepal where tourist are visited for unforgettable life experience. we Himalaya Journey Trekking generate Makalu base camp trek itinerary as below mentioned but trekkers may change or extend their journeys as per requirements. Suggested all travelers  do the Makalau trekking tour through government registered local Nepal trekking agency recommended by Lonely planet Nepal travel guide book for the secured journeys in Himalaya.  

Nepal Makalu trekking Major Highlights

* Makalau trekking is excting trekking destinations in Nepal to explore the world fith highest mountain base camp.
* Mt. Makalu base camp trek is less trodden treks in Nepal with amazing Himalayan views of Mt. Everest 9949 m, Mt. Lhotse 8516 m, Mt. Makalu 8463 m, Mt. Cho Oyu 8201 m, and 17 snowy capped mountains of Nepal Himalaya.
* Nepal Makalu trekking tour discover the beautiful Arun valley trek route, Makalu and Barun National park with rich variety of flora and fauna. 
*Makalu base camp trekking explore the high Himalayan base camp of Nepal and rich for natural paradise include beautiful mountains, pristine forest, and a wide variety of plants, animal life. 

Makalu trekking itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in kathmandu 1334m, Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition’s representative will transfer to hotel , Makalu trekking briefing with officially arrangements. overnight at Kathmandu.

Day 02: After breakfast, our tour guide will take to for historical monuments sightseeing in kathmandu valley such as Boudhhanath: visit Bodhnath Stupa, one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world, where we observe Buddhist monks in prayer in the monasteries surrounding the stupa than visitPashupatinath: the most famous Hindu temple in the country, located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River. Here you see Hindu holy men (sadhus) meditating, pilgrims bathing and occasionally funeral pyres burning on the ghats. Kathmandu durbar square: you will enjoy with different Hindus Temple , Goddes Kumari, legend of kathmadu valley and in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese Restaurant, overnight at Kathmandu in Hotel.

Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar 410m/50 minutes then drive to Num 1560m

Day 04:Num trek  to Seduwa 1500 m walk approximately 6-7 hours

Day 05: Seduwa trek to Tashigaon 2100 m walk approximately 4-5 hours

Day 06:  Tashigaon trek to Khongma Danda 3500m walk approximately 6-7 hours

Day 07: Acclimatization Day

Day 08: Khongma Danda trek to  Dobate 3520 m walk approximately 6-7 hours

Day 09: Dobate trek to Yangri Kharka 3557m walk approximately 6-7 hours

Day 10: Yangri Kharka trek to Langmale Kharka 4410m walk approximately 5-6 hours

Day 11: Langmale Kharka trek to Makalu Base Camp 4870m walk approximately 6-7 hours

Day 12: Explore Makalu Base Camp

Day 13: Makalu Base Camp trek to  Yangri Kharka 3557m walk approximately 6-7 hours

Day 14: Yangri Kharka trek to Dobate 3520m walk approximately 6-7 hours

Day 15: Dobate trek to Khongma Danda 3500m walk approximately 5-6 hours

Day 16: Khongma Danda trek to Tashigaon 2100m walk approximately 4-5 hours

Day 17: Tashigaon trek to  Seduwa 1500m walk approximately 4-5 hours

Day 18: Seduwa trek to  Num 1560m walk approximately 5-6 hours

Day 19: Num trek to Tumlingtar 410m walk approximately  6-7 hours.

Day 20: Tumlingtar fly to Kathmandu 50 minutes flight, transfer to hotel. Finish trekking packages.

Day 21: After breakfast, Relaxing/shopping with own activities , Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition's representative will drop to Kathmandu international airport for onward journeys or if you have time to stay in Nepal will arrange any other trip such as Chitwan Junlge safari tour, Lumbini tour, Chitwan jungle safari tour , river rafting etc.

Makalu base camp trek cost 

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Service includes:-

  • Airport pick up and transfer to hotel.
  • Three night accommodation in Kathmandu on BB basis ( 3 star category hotel) on twin sharing as mentioned in itinerary
  • An experienced, helpful and friendly Government license holder trekking Guide.
  • Domestic airport pick up and drop by private car/van/ Minibus / Bus to catch Kathmandu Tumlingtar  Flight .
  • Kathmandu to Tumlingtar  / Tumlingtar to Kathmandu both way flight ticket as mentioned in itinerary 
  • Trekking guide both way flgiht ticket as mentioned in itinerary
  • Trekking porter /sherpa who will carry your bag pack during the trekking.(two person will get one trekking sherpa/ porter)
  • Three time meal during the trekking Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
  • Desert /fruit after having diner as company provide
  • Trekker's Information Management system (TIMS)
  • Sagarmatha National park permit
  • Makalu trekking permit 
  • Kathmandu valley guided sightseeing tour as mentioned in itinerary 
  • Kathmandu valley sightseeing tour with private vehicle as mentioned in itinerary 
  • All program as mentioned in itinerary
  • Overland transportation
  • Trekking guide both way flight ticket
  • Insurance for Nepalese staff. ( Trekking guide,  and porters)
  • Guide and porter fares and taxes.Government Tax and office service charge.
  • Airport drop

Service Excludes:-

  • Lunch & Dinner during Kathmandu stay
  • International flight ticket
  • Nepal entry visa fee US$ 40 (duration 60 days from date of issue)- you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Kathmandu.
  • Disembarkation Airport Tax in Nepal -  approx. US$ 24. al equipments
  • High risk medical insurance
  • Entrance fees while sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley.
  • Alcoholic beverage and telephone calls
  • Hot drinks, Soft drinks such as cola, mineral water
  • Nepal Visa Fee
  • Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
  • Purely personal nature expenses
  • Tipping /Tips(Tipping is Expected).

Makalu trekking Equipments

  • Trekking Bag pack.
  • Trekking day bag.( Small handbag)
  • Trekking shoes.
  • Sports shoes or sandal.
  • Trekking stick.
  • Trekking Hat, cat
  • Trekking woollen cap.
  • Trekking jacket Gore tax/ flees jacket.
  • Pullover or warm sweeter.
  • Raincoat.
  • 4/5 pairs of good qualities shock .
  • Hand gloves.
  • 2/3 pairs of Trekking trousers
  • 3/4 pairs of Trekking shirts .
  • 3/4 pairs of Underwear
  • Eye glass
  • Water bottle.
  • Sleeping bag.
  • Flash or Torch light.
  • Camera and batteries.
  • Sun cream.

 

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Makalu trekking is adventure trekking destination in Nepal Himalaya. Nepal Makalu trek is known as a Makalu base camp trekking offer beautiful Himalayan views of Mt. Everest 8848 m. Mt. Lhotse 8516 m , Mt.Makalu 8463 m , Mt. Cho Oyu 8201 m & 17 snowy capped mountains. Makalau trekking tour is less trodden trekking tour in Nepal explore the Mount Makalu base camp & beautiful landscape of Arun vallley trekking trail. Mt. Makalu Base camp trek discover the impressive natural scenery and the main focal point of makalu trekking is Makalu Barun National Park and Conservation Area, which lies in the Solukhumbhu and Sankhuwasabha district, established in 1992 and formally inaugurated in 1992. Mt. Makalu 8463 m is fifth highest mountain in the world. Mt. Makalu base camp trek difficulty level is moderate Strenuous thus trekkers should know details of Makalu treks information before heading to the relevant areas. Makalu Sherpini col pass trekking is one of the challenging trekking in Makalu region to enter the Everest trekking trails. Makalu trekking cost is depend on group size and choice of packages but individual person also doable this trekking tour as per requirments.