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Makalu Base Camp trek - fly in/out
Makalu Base CampThe Makalu Base Camp trek offers you an adventure of a lifetime. It is a physically challenging trek that surely brings out your spirit of adventure. Treading upon the most rugged terrain on earth, relishing the unparallel natural beauty of the region and marveling at the ecological diversity are some of the wonderful treats of the Makalu Base Camp trek.
This is a purely camping trek as no lodges are available along the route.The Makalu Base trek presents you views of the south face of Makalu, Everest and Lhotse Peaks.
Short Itinerary
Day 1 :Arrive in Kathmandu International Airport. Transfer to the hotel and stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. Day 6 :Trek from Num to Seduwa (1510m.) - four and half hours. Stay overnight at camp |
Detail Itinerary for Makalu Trekking
Day 1 :Arrive in Kathmandu International Airport. Transfer to the hotel and stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2 :City sightseeing in and around Kathmandu valley. (Swayambhunath stupa,Buddhanathstupa, pashupatinath hindu temple & Patan). Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 3:Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar (510m.) takes about 45 minutes. trek to Maney Bhanjyang - five and half hours. The trail ascends all the way through forest of rhododendrons and sal trees. En route, you pass a few villages. Maney Bhanjyang is a ridge inhabited by people. It is gently surrounded by lush green forest and is a grazing field for cattle and fodder used by the local people. Stay overnight at camp in Maney Bhanjyang.
Day 4:Trek from Maney Bhanjyang to Chilchile (1830m.) takes about five hours. The trail ascends through forest of rhododendrons and sal trees for about three hours where you will ultimately walk over a flat trail that brings you to Chilchile. This is a small village mainly inhabited by Gurungs and other communities as well. There is a government school where locals educate their children. You will find some good tea houses around here. Stay overnight at camp in Chilchile.
Day 5 :Trek from Chilchile to Num (1500 m.) - four and half hours. The trail ascends for about 2 hours and then descends by a small perennial river where you will walk on a flat trail for about one hour to reach Num. Num is a beautiful village which is enriched with many tea houses and also has telephone facilities. Stay overnight at camp in Num.
Day 6 :Trek from Num to Seduwa (1510m.) - four and half hours. The trail descends steeply for about 2 and half hours until you come to a big river named Neguwa Khola. The trail passes over the suspension bridge and ascends through forest and a few traditional villages. People of this area are mainly engaged in agriculture and crops grown here are paddy, millet, potatoes and vegetables depending on the season. There is a check post and local office of the Makalu Conservation Area. Stay overnight at camp in Seduwa.
Day 7 :Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaon (2070 m.) - four hours. The trail slightly ascends but the major part of the hike is flat and easy through the bushes. While walking, you will see villages at a far distance. Tashigaon, surrounded by verdant forest, is a big Sherpa village. You will find prayer flags fluttering in the wind whispering odes of prayers for the dead and forgotten in and around the village. The camping spot in this village is really a praiseworthy site. Stay overnight at camp in Tashigaon.
Day 8 :Trek from Tashigaon to Khongma la (3560m.) - six hours. The trail ascends throughout the day and you will walk through forest of Rhododendrons and Sal trees until you reach your destination. Kongma la is a ridge and there is only one tea house here. This is also a perfect place for camping. It snows here even during the spring months of March and April. Stay overnight at camp in Khongma La.
Day 9 :Trek from Khongma la to Mumbuk (3550m.) - six and half hours. The trail ascends and then following a rugged path you reach a beautiful lake named “Kalo Pokhari” at the height of (4004 m). Leaving this lake, you go downhill until you reach Mumbuk. It is a serene camping spot surrounded by green forests. Stay overnight at camp in Mumbuk.
Day 10 :Trek from Mumbuk to Yangle Kharka (3600m.) - four and half hours. The hike today is a bit adventurous and strenuous. The trail passes for about 3 hours through a landscape which is very prone to landslides. The Barun River running through the trail adds more dimensions to the trek with its spectacular views of Mt. Tutse (Peak 6) 6739m and Peak 7 (6185m.). Stay overnight at camp in Yangle Kharka.
Day 11 :Trek from Yangle Kharka to Yak Kharka (4810m.) - five and half hours. The trail ascends through grasslands and forest. You can enjoy the majestic peaks such as Mt. Tutse (Peak 6) 6739m, Peak 7 (6185m), Isuwa La (5340m) and many other unnamed mountains and peaks. Yak Kharka is a grazing field. Stay overnight at camp in Yak Kharka.
Day 12 :Trek from Yak Kharka to Makalu Base Camp (4812m.) - four hours. The hike passes through a flat trail and will descend to a Perennial River. As you reach Makalu Base Camp, you will be mesmerized by the views of Mt. Makalu (8463m), Baruntse (7152m), Kali Himal (6985m), Chamlang (7390m) and Makalu II (7640 m), etc. Stay overnight at camp in Makalu Base Camp.
Day 13 :A day for Rest at Makalu Base Camp. You will enjoy the whole day in the base camp. From here you will have spectacular views of different mountains and peaks. You can also hike to the Baruntse Base Camp to enjoy the scenery and view this camp has to offer. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 14 :Trek from Makalu Base Camp to Yangle Kharka (3600 m.) - four and a half hours. After ascending for a few hours, the trail moves along a flat level path and at the end it descends to reach Yangle Kharka. En route, you walk through a rocky forest path with views of green hills and huge stones at some distance. Stay overnight at camp in Yangle Kharka.
Day 15 :Trek from Yangle Kharka to Dobato - four and half hours. The trail ascends for almost three hours through the same landscape and possibility of landslides. You then have to trek uphill passing through jungles all the way to Dobato. This is not a village but a camping place only. Here, you find small bushes of rhododendrons. Stay overnight at camp in Dobato.
Day 16 :Trek from Dobato to Tashigaon (2070m.) - six hours. The trail descends steeply to Khongma la via Kali Pokhari through a dense jungle. You again walk along a downhill path all the way to Tashigaon. Stay overnight at camp in Tashigaon.
Day 17 :Trek from Tashigaon to Num (1490m.) - five hours. The trail steeply descends in the beginning which changes to a steep ascent before reaching Num. You pass through small forests of bamboo and small villages. Stay overnight at camp in Num.
Day 18 :Trek from Num to Maney Bhanjyang (1158m.) - five hours. The trail ascends by starting through the forest and will gently descend in the second half of the day. Stay overnight at camp in Maney Bhanjyang.
Day19 :Trek from Maney Bhanjyang to Tumlingtar - five and half hours. Stay overnight at camp in Tumlingtar.
Day 20 :Fly out from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 21 :Transfer to the Airport for final departure. (Fly out from Kathmandu)
Makalu Trekking
Makalu Trekking
Altitude Sickness
Many people are concerned about altitude sickness. This problem, often known as acute mountain sickness (AMS), is a particularly important medical consideration while trekking in Nepal and Tibet. AMS rarely occurs lower than 2800 meters (9520ft) and only minor symptoms occur below 3000 meters (9,800ft). AMS occurs when the body does not adapt well to the lack of oxygen present at higher altitudes. At 5490 meters (18,000ft), there is just half the oxygen available as there is at sea level, while there is only a third available at the summit of Mount Everest. The itineraries of the treks of Itreknepal are designed to reduce the risk of altitude sickness as much as possible, although individual susceptibility to altitude sickness seems to be genetically determined. What happens to the body during altitude illness? The body tries to adapt to having less available oxygen by increasing the rate and depth of breathing, as well as the heart rate. Fluids accumulate in between the cells in the brain, the lungs or both, creating mild to severe symptoms. Mild symptoms include headache, loss of appetite, nausea, fatigue, insomnia and dizziness. These symptoms are usually resolved by spending one or two extra nights at the same altitude. If symptoms worsen, descent to lower altitudes is warranted. If you are resting at the same altitude and your symptoms worsen, then it is also necessary to descend. More serious symptoms of AMS include increased tiredness, severe headaches, vomiting, loss of coordination, shortness of breath and coughing fits. These extremely dangerous symptoms are called high altitude cerebral edema (or HACE). They can lead to unconsciousness and death within 12 hours. Increasing shortness of breath, cough and tiredness may also be signs of high altitude pulmonary edema or HAPE. This condition can rapidly prove to be fatal if ignored. Respiratory depression (the slowing down of breathing) can be caused by various substances, and may be a problem at altitude.
What does our package tour price include?
- Airport transportation
- Airport/Hotel/Airport pick up & drop by private car/van/bus.
- Standard accommodation in four/five star hotel in Kathmandu breakfast included. (3 nights)
- Standard accommodation in two/three star hotel in Pokhara breakfast included. (3 nights)
- Kathmandu and Pokhara city Tours by professional tour guide and private car/van/bus.
- All your standard Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
- All hot drinks such as tea, coffee during the trek.
- Tea Houses/Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trek.
- A local government license holder Trekking Guide during the trek.
- The required number of trekking staff and Porters to carry your luggage during the trek.
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine for all trekking staff.
- Necessary trekking permits and sight-seeing fee.
- All the domestic flight as mentioned in itinerary.
- Surface transfer from and to Kathmandu.
- All our government taxes.
- Official expanse.
- Trekking Map of Everest
What does our package tour price include?
- Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu
- Your travel insurance (compulsory).
- International airfare and airport departure tax.
- Nepal entry visa fee (US$ 30 per person) you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu for 60 days from date of issue. You require 2 passport size photos.
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry.
- Personal trekking Equipments.
- Tips for trekking staff and driver. (Tipping is expected.)
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section.
Clothing
1. Down- or fibre-filled jacket for cold seasons (winter treks)
2. Pile jacket or jumper (sweater)
3. Hiking shorts (for men) or skirt
4. Waterproof jacket, poncho or umbrella
5. Hiking pants
6. T-shirts or blouses
7. Underwear
8. Sun hat
9. Swimwear (optional)
10. Footwear
11. Trekking or running shoes
12. Camp shoes or thongs
13. Socks (polypropylene)
Other equipment
1. Backpack or daypack
2. Sleeping bag (optional)
3. Maps, compass & guidebook (optional)
4. Water bottle
5. Torch (flashlight) and batteries
Miscellaneous items
1. Toiletries
2. Towel
3. Laundry soap
4. Toilet paper & cigarette lighter
5. Pre-moistened towelettes
6. Sunscreen (SPF 15+)
7. Small knife
8. Sewing kit
9. Iodine, water purification tablets or filter
10. Medical & first-aid kit *
11. Duffel bag (if you have a porter)
12. For treks with longer stay above 4000m
13. Clothing
14. Insulated pants
15. Nylon windbreaker
16. Nylon wind pants
17. Long underwear
18. Woolen hat (or balaclava)
19. Gloves
20. Gaiters
21. Footwear
22. Mountain trekking boots
23. Socks (wool) to wear with boots
24. Socks (light cotton) to wear under wool socks
25. Down booties (optional)
Miscellaneous items
1. Goggles or sunglasses
2. Sunscreen for lips
3. Optional equipment
4. Photographic Gear
5. Camera & lenses
6. Lens cleaning equipment
7. Film (about 20 rolls)
8. Navigation Aids
9. GPS unit
10. Altimeter
11. Thermometer
Miscellaneous items
1. Binoculars
2. Books/magazines
3. Small duffel bag or suitcase (to leave behind in Kathmandu)
4. Padlock
5. Stuff sacks & plastic bags
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Per person cost: US$ 1175
Group Size: Minimum 2, maximum 14 in one departure
Per person cost: US$ 1175
Group Size: Minimum 2, maximum 14 in one departure
