Best Trips Nepal - Makalu Trek

Max. Elevation

4870 m

Accommodation

Hotel- Lodge- Tea house- Tent

Best Season

Spring - Autumn

Duration

20 days

Trip Grading

Moderate to High

Activity

Trekking/ High Pass

Meals

Breakfast-Lunch- Dinner

Transport

Private vehicle

Departure Location

Nepal

Highlights

Embark on the Makalu Base Camp Trek with Best Trips Nepal, a journey through one of Nepal's most remote and pristine regions, offering unparalleled natural beauty and cultural richness.

Spectacular views of snow covered giant Himalayan peaks including Mt. Everest, Makalu
Trekking through eye-catching villages
Different community with majority of Rai, Limbu and Sherpa, exploring around Arun valley and riversides.

Travel Style

Cultural

Nature & Adventure

Activities

Wellness

Travel Facility

Staff Lounge

Wifi Available

Restaurant

Airport Shuttle

Description

The Makalu Base Camp Trek is an adventurous expedition into the heart of eastern Nepal's wilderness. This trek offers a unique blend of rich biodiversity, cultural encounters, and stunning mountain vistas. Starting from the lowland terraced fields, the trail ascends through lush rhododendron forests, alpine meadows, and high-altitude terrains, culminating at the Makalu Base Camp (4,870 m). Along the way, trekkers experience the warm hospitality of the Rai and Sherpa communities, witness diverse flora and fauna within the Makalu Barun National Park, and enjoy panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Chamlang, and Kanchenjunga.alpineexcursion.com+2

Day to Day Itinerary

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Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

Welcome to Nepal! Our team will receive you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02: Flight to Tumlingtar and Drive to Num

Take a scenic flight to Tumlingtar, followed by a bumpy yet beautiful drive through lush hills to the village of Num. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 03: Trek to Seduwa

Begin trekking through forests and terraced fields. Cross the Arun River and ascend to Seduwa village. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 04: Trek to Tashi Gaon

A scenic walk through cultivated land and local villages leads to Tashi Gaon, the last settlement before entering more remote territory. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 05: Trek to Kauma

Climb steadily through rhododendron forests and alpine meadows to reach Kauma. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 06: Rest Day in Kauma

Acclimatization day to adjust to altitude. Explore surrounding hills with great views of Himalayan peaks. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 07: Trek to Mumbuk

Ascend through dense forest and over mountain passes with excellent views before descending to Mumbuk. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 08: Trek to Ripock Kharka

Continue through rhododendron and pine forests along narrow trails leading to the tranquil Ripock Kharka. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 09: Trek to Shersang

Trek above 4,000m as you enter high alpine terrain with incredible mountain vistas. Overnight at guesthouse in Shersang.

Day 10: Trek to Makalu Base Camp (4,870m)

A rewarding day as you reach the base of Mount Makalu. The scenery is dominated by glaciers and massive Himalayan walls. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 11: Excursion at Makalu Base Camp

Explore the majestic Makalu Base Camp area. Optional hike to viewpoint for close-up views of Mt. Makalu (8,485m), Everest, Lhotse. Overnight at guesthouse.