Mount Makalu 8463 meters is the fifth highest mountain in the world. Mtount Makalu lies in the north east region of Nepal and 14 miles east of Mt. Everest. In 1955 the French groups led by Jean Franco were the first to reach the Mt Makalu summit. Mt. Makalu expeditions start from Tumlingtar Flight, just above the Arun River to Mt. Makalu base camp at 5100 meters. Mt. Makalu has five routes ...See more
Mount Makalu 8463 meters is the fifth highest mountain in the world. Mtount Makalu lies in the north east region of Nepal and 14 miles east of Mt. Everest. In 1955 the French groups led by Jean Franco were the first to reach the Mt Makalu summit. Mt. Makalu expeditions start from Tumlingtar Flight, just above the Arun River to Mt. Makalu base camp at 5100 meters. Mt. Makalu has five routes and four variations along with other interesting opportunities like the West face, the Northeast and North flanks (Tibet). This is the kingdom of the glaciers, surrounded by the memorable presence of the world’s mightiest mountains and brooding above the very tall size of Everest itself. Our expedition staff will manage the expedition and has considerable experience in the Mt. Makalu-Barun National Park Makalu is a very beautiful but extremely challenging mountain.
Trip Highlights
- Opportunity to expedition at Mount Makalu
- Incredible mountain flight over the Himalayas
- Insightful Buddhism Sherpa Monasteries and their cultures/traditions
- Visit the world heritage site
- Get Buddhism and Hindu religious insights in Nepal
Trip Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu 1350 meters, Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu for officially procedures and necessary arrangements.
Day 03: Kathmandu for officially procedures and necessary arrangements.
Day 04: Fly to Tumlingtar. Trek to Khadbari (1040m). Overnight at Khadbari.
Day 05: Trek to Bhotebas (1730m). Overnight lodge/camp.
Day 06: Trek to Chichiara. Overnight lodge/camp.
Day 07: Trek to Num. Overnight in lodge/camp.
Day 08: Trek to Kuwapani (1560m). Overnight lodge/camp.
Day 09-10: Trek to Tashi Goan (2100m). Rest day for acclimatization.
Day 11: Trek to Kauma (3760m). Overnight at camp.
Day 12: Trek to Dobato (3700m). Overnight at camp.
Day 13: Trek to Nebe Kharka (4320m). Overnight at camp.
Day 14: Trek to Sherson (4630m). Overnight at camp.
Day 15: Makalu base camp.
Day 16: Higher camp.
Day 17-49: Climbing Period Mt. Makalu.
Day 50: Cleaning up Base Camp.
Day 51: Trek to Yak Kharka. Overnight at lodge.
Day 52: Trek to Mumbuk. Overnight at lodge.
Day 53: Trek to Tashi Goan. Overnight at lodge.
Day 54: Trek to Nun. Overnight at lodge.
Day 55: Trek to Chichira. Overnight at lodge.
Day 56: Trek to Khandbari. Overnight at lodge.
Day 57: Tumlingtar and fly back to Kathmandu, evening farewell Dinner. Overnight at hotel.
Day 58: Eco Trip Nepal representative will drop to airport for onward destination.
NOTE: Itinerary is just a guideline and subject to change to suit local condition.
Services
Included
- Airport transfers
- 4 night’s comfort hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
- 53 night’s 54 days expedition in Makalu with full board basis
- Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
- Teahouse and tented accommodation during trekking and expedition
- Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals and boiled water in mountain
- All ground transportation as per the itinerary by private vehicles
- All necessary staffs with experienced English speaking expedition leader (guide), cook, assistant expedition leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter), other helpers (1 trekker: 2 helpers) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
- All necessary paper works; trekking permits and Mera Peak climbing permit
- Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag, Eco Trip Nepal Trekking duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
- Group mountaineering camping and expedition equipments-very high quality North Face or Mountain Hardware or similar kitchen, dining, toilet tents, mattresses, and kitchen equipments
- Travel and rescue arrangements
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- Exclusive Medical Kit Bag
- All government and local taxes
Excluded
- Nepal Visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs)
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu
- Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 20 kg luggage, cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg)
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason)
- Altitude chamber (PAC) or oxygen
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expedition equipments
- Personal expedition guide if requested
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled water, shower, heater, etc.)
- Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
- Tips for guides and porters
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