Mount Makalu Base Camp Trek is a remote and pure off-the-Beaten Path trek, Trekking to Makalu Base Camp provides trekkers with, a taste of pure unspoiled trekking trails, Remarkable Nepalese cultures, a Forest of Rhododendrons, wildlife, Trek to Makalu Barun National Park, and breathtaking views of Himalayan peak like Mount Makalu, Chamlang, Peak 3, Peak 5, Yaupa Himal and mount Kanchenjunga. Makalu Base Camp Trekking is the perfect trek for those who desire to take a challenging trip in Nepal’s Himalayas, Makalu Trek is the best choice.
Highlights.
- View Everest from a rare vantage point, the east.
- Pass river gorges, sheer cliffs, spectacular waterfalls, high-altitude lakes, and Sherpa and Rai villages.
- Spot rare wildlife, such as the red panda, in the Makalu Barun National Park.
- Adventure to the world 5 5th highest Mt. Makalu base camp within scenic Barun Valley.
- Explore the beautiful wilderness of high green hills and picturesque mountain scenery.
- Walks into the remote isolated country of Nepal's Far North Eastern Himalaya range.
- Away from mainstream trails on the off-beaten trails to the base camp of Mt. Makalu.
Although not so far from Everest, the Makalu region is far less frequently visited by trekkers. This trek offers quiet trails, unobstructed views, varied landscapes, and the opportunity to enter the wilderness. Makalu is in eastern Nepal, so there are wonderful views of Kanchenjunga, the third-highest mountain in the world, on Nepal’s eastern border with India. This area is Sherpa and Rai country, so you’ll get a chance to witness the rural life of these ethnic groups. While the Sherpas are well known through their connection to Everest, you will see a side to their lifestyle that is less touched by mass tourism.
Makalu Base Camp Trekking falls within the Makalu Barun National Park, an eastern extension of the Sagarmatha National Park (where Everest sits). This is an extremely varied park that houses tropical forests at its lower reaches as well as snow-capped mountains higher up. It has been designated Nepal’s first Strict Nature Reserve, to protect the natural ecosystems and wildlife, which includes red pandas, snow leopards, and black bears.
The Makalu Base Camp Trekking Route.
Begin by flying from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, in eastern Nepal. Then, drive to the trailhead at Num via Chichila to begin the 21-day trek. Start trekking at a relatively low altitude, where the landscape is green and lush and the farmland is inhabited by the Rai people. As the trail rises, terraced hills give way to Rhododendron forests (at their best in spring, when the flowers bloom). Trek through some of the last areas of pristine forest in Nepal.
Follow the Arun River and then its glacier-fed tributary, the Barun At higher altitudes you will pass through Sherpa settlements. There are a number of beautiful waterfalls within the Barun River Valley, as well as glaciers and sheer cliffs. Spend a couple of days at, and around, the Makalu Base Camp to fully appreciate the mountain vistas, high-altitude lakes, and the Barun glacier. The trek from Base Camp retraces the in-route back to Tumlingtar, although the descent will be faster than the ascent. Acclimatization days are built into the itinerary.
Our Team at Makalu Base Camp elevation of 4870 meters.
Makalu Base Camp Trek Itinerary,
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Sightseeing and trek Preparation stay overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 03: Fly Kathmandu to Tumlingtar Drive to Num. (1572 meters).
Day 04: Trek to Seduwa (1,500m).
Day 05: Trek to Tashigaon. (2100 meters)
Day 06: Trek to Khongma Danda (3500 meters)
Day 07: Acclimatization Day at Khongma Danda (3500 meters)
Day 08: Trek to Dobate via Shipton La Pass and Keke la Pass (3650 meters)
Day 09: Trek to Yangle Kharka (Yangri Kharka) (3557 meters)
Day 10: Trek to Langmale Kharka (4410 Meters)
Day 11: Trek to Makalu Base Camp (4870 meters)
Day 12: Explore Makalu Base Camp (Barun Glacier and Barun Pokhari) 5100 meters.
Day 13: Trek back to yangri kharka Camp (3557 meters)
Day 14: Trek back to Dobate (3650 meters)
Day 15: Trek back to Khongma Danda (3500 meters)
Day 16: Trek back to Tashigaon (2100 meters)
Day 17: Trek back to Seduwa (1500 meters)
Day 18: Trek back to Num (1560 meters) & drive to Tumlingtar overnight at the hotel
Day 19: Flight to Kathmandu receive at airport transfer to Hotel.
Day 20: Free day at Kathmandu.
Day 21: Departure.
Resource
01: Makalu Base Camp Trek Details Guidebook.
02: Everything You Need To Know About Makalu Base Camp Trekking In Nepal.
03: Authentic Makalu Base Camp Trek short Video clip.
04: Pure off the Beaten track Makalu Base Camp Trek.
05: Makalu Base Camp Trek Video.
FAQ About trek to Makalu region of Nepal.
Accommodation availability en route to Makalu Base Camp Trekking in Nepal.
There are basic tea houses, and huts available along the Makalu Base Camp trekking route. They may not be as luxurious and plentiful as those in the Everest region, but that is a plus for many travelers as it adds to the wild nature of the adventure. we strongly suggest trekking to the Camping version along the Makalu Base Camp.
Why Makalu Region Trek is the best option?
Makalu region trek is a remote and pure off-the-Beaten Path trek, Makalu Base Camp Trekking provides trekkers, the taste of pure unspoiled trekking trails, Remarkable Nepalese cultures, a Forest of Rhododendrons, wildlife, Trek to Makalu Barun National Park, and breathtaking views of Himalayan peak like Mount Makalu, Chamlang, Peak 3, Peak 5, Yaupa Himal and mount Kanchenjunga. Makalu Base Camp trek is the perfect trek for those who desire to take a challenging trip in Nepal’s Himalayas, Makalu Base Camp trek is the best choice.
What is the altitude of Makalu Base Camp?
Mount Makalu is the world’s fifth-highest peak located in the Mahalangur Himalayan range in Nepal. The Fifth Highest Peak Mount Makalu is 8481 meters tall. The Makalu Base Camp Trek walking journey starts from a Num elevation of 1560 meters. The highest point of the trek is Mount Makalu Base Camp; Mount Makalu Base Camp's altitude is 4870 meters from sea level.
What to expect from Makalu Trek?
Eye-catching scenery and each day you will experience different landscapes, rich with Hindu and Buddhist culture, Charming local villages are the highlights of the Makalu Base Camp trek. Trekking along the gorge of Barun River valley and surrounding Himalayan peaks including the world's fifth highest peak mount Makalu View is the attraction of trekking to the Makalu region of Nepal.
When is the best time to visit Makalu Base Camp?
The best time to trek in Nepal is March – April - May in the spring season, During the Spring season rhododendrons flowers are blooming along the route to Makalu Base Camp. Also, the Spring season is best for climbing Himalayan peaks as well.
Similarly, October, November, and December are the best time to trek Makalu Base Camp in the autumn season. After long monsoons from June to September, the clear sky with clear visibility, we can enjoy the breathtaking views during this time of the year.
Makalu Base Camp Tea House and Camping Trek Cost.
Trip costs vary differently on your travel style if you want to trek and stay at the tea house, or mountain hut then Visit Himalaya Treks offers a Makalu Base camp Tea house Trek that cost USD 2250 per person a total of 21 days trip arriving in Nepal to departure from Nepal.
If you want to do a camping trek with full camping support, Visit Himalaya Treks offers a Camping trek to Makalu Base Camp costing USD 3200 per person minimum group size of 2 people to run the trek to Makalu Base Camp.
Solo Trekking to Makalu Base Camp.
Experience trekkers can do a Solo trekking to Makalu Base Camp, However, the Makau Base Camp trek is remote and off the Beaten Path trek. We strongly suggest trekking with Guide for your own safety.
Makalu base camp tea house trek.
Makalu Base Camp trek is a way from the busy trekking route, very basic, mountain huts and tea houses are available along the Makalu Base Camp trekking Route. Basic Local food like rice, curry, and noodle soup is available in this basic hut and if you are fine with local food you may trek to Makalu Base Camp staying at Hut and Tea House.
Camping Trekking to Makalu Base Camp.
Remote destination trekking is a lifetime trekking and adventure experience. Trekking to Makalu base Camp is best to do Camping staying at the tent in the charming camping site. You will feel the real nature, set your camp at the beautiful valley, riverside, top of the hill, and lap of the Mountains that you will carry real mountain experience while trekking to Makalu Base Camp.
Mount Makalu base camp location.
Mount Makalu's altitude of (8481 meters) the fifth highest Peak in the world is located in the Mahalangur Himalayas range just 19 kilometers southeast of Mount Everest. Mount Makalu is an Isolated peak whose shape is a four-sided pyramid. On the first climb to Makalu was a 1954 team led by Riley Keegan from America. Mount Makalu was first summited by French climbers Lionel Terray and Jean Couzy on May 15, 1955 expedition led by Jean Franco.
Gear List for Makalu Base Camp Trek
Trekking to Makalu Base Camp, we will trek through the lowland with a minimum elevation of only 410 meters at Tumlingtar airport where we will take a flight from Kathmandu. So, we will need gears for warm and humid temperatures for the first couple of days trek till up to Tashigaon. Once we trek up to Tashigaon, we are entering high Himalayan terrain and we will need warm gear. We camp for nearly 2 weeks up to 3500 meters, we will cross 3 passes Kauma La Pass, Shipton La Pass 4125 meters and Keke La Pass 4170 meters on our way up to Makalu Base Camp and on our way back to Tumlingtar from Makalu Base Camp. Our highest point of the trek is Makalu Base Camp 4870 meters where we will spend the night at Camp. Please follow the given link suggested gear list for Makalu Base Camp Trek.
How difficult is Makalu Trek?
The Makalu Trek involves trek itself 14 days of real treks approximately 95 to 100 Kilometers. Tumlingtar to Num we will drive and from Num, our real walking starts and end at Num as well. Each day walking distance is about 6 to 10 Kilometers up and down hills. Visit Himalaya Treks categorizes our Holidays destination in Nepal and we categorize the Makalu Base Camp trek as a Demanding category. We will reach a maximum elevation of 5100 meters day trip from Makalu Base Camp up to Barun Glacier and Barun Pokhari.
How long is the Makalu Base Camp trek?
We (Visit Himalaya Treks) offer 21 days long treks to Makalu Base Camp arriving in Nepal to departure from Nepal. Before starting the trek, we provide a full-day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and after the trek a full day free for self-enjoy or personal shopping day before leaving for your home country. The Makalu Base Camp trek itself is 14 days of pure walking and 2 days drive and flights to get trek starting point and trek ending point to Kathmandu.
Client's feedback and reviews about Makalu Base Camp Trekking with Visit Himalaya Treks.
Before booking trips it is important to read experience travelers' reviews, their experience and listen to their advice can make the trip more enjoyable and memorable. We Visit Himalaya Treks refer you to follow the given link read reviews from our previous clients who completed Trek to Makalu base camp with us. Reading reviews makes you more confident, and create more idea that will make your Makalu base camp Trek more joyful. We also share fresh photos and videos on our social sites.
Internet and Phone: Unlike many treks in Nepal there is almost no WiFi on this route. The NTC sim card worked for the first couple of days. Once we reached Tasigaun, the connection was over. We Visit Himalaya Treks) have always Provide Satellite Phones with each group for emergency communication. Satellite Phone is very important for remote trekking destinations.
Electricity: We will get electricity until Tasigaun. Once we left Tasigaun, most places ran off solar and didn’t have places to charge items. We Visit Himalaya Treks and provide solar panels to charge our electric devices. Also, the same Solar Panel we will use for lamps in our Kitchen and Dining tent.
