Makalu Base CampTrek

Detail Itinerary

• Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel.

  Upon arrival to Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative from Daewoo Travels & Tours will welcome you at the airport and take you to your hotel. In the evening, we brief you on the upcoming trek. Overnight at hotel.

• Day 02: Sightseeing of Kathmandu valley.

  After breakfast at the hotel, we take you on a sightseeing tour around Kathmandu including some the UNESCO World Heritage sites (Boudhanath, Swayambunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Pashupatinath). Spend the rest of the day preparing for your upcoming trek and exploring the city. Overnight in hotel.

• Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar (520m), drive to Num (1490m).

  Take morning flight over the foothills from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, a small airport in eastern Nepal. After landing, we hop on a jeep to Num. Overnight in guest house/tent camp.

• Day 04: Trek from Num to Seduwa (1460m).

  Have breakfast and follow the trail north along the ridge and then descend steeply through bright greenagricultural terraces to Lumbang. When we close in on the river, walk over the rickety suspension bridge crossing the Arun Koshi. The north side of the valley hasmore terraced fields where villagers grow a multitude of crops. Then, ascendnearly 1000 meters (over several hours) to reach Seduwa, the entry checkpoint for Makalu-Barun National Park. Overnight in guest house/tent camp.

• Day 05: Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaon (2070m).

  After breakfast, pass by the national park entry pointto thetiny village of Manigaon. The routethen takes us west and gradually climbs above the Kasuwa Khola. Climb past more farmland, meadows, and settlements to the bottom of Tashigaon, which is the last permanent settlement in the valley. Overnight in guest house/tent camp.

• Day 06: Trek from Tashigaon to Khongma (3560m).

  Most of the day is spent climbing the steep incline to Khongma. For many, it’s the most challenging day of the trek, but well worth it.Take it slow and check in with yourself to make sure you are not suffering from the signs of AMS (Altitude Mountain Sickness) too dangerously. The day begins with an ascent through forests until the trailflattens out next to a ridge. The flat trail is brief. It then becomes steeper and rockier before we arrive to Unshisha – a small, marshy meadow at 3180 meters. More upward climbing leads us up to Khongma, today’s destination. Overnight in a guest house/tent camp.

• Day 07: Trek from Khongma to Dobato (3550m).

  Departing from Khongma, we climb the ridge along the steep zig-zagged trail until reaching a small chhorten at 3840 meters. From here, we get awesome views of Peak 6 (6739m) and Peak 7 (6105m). Hike through the alpine environment, mesmerized, until reachingthe small pass of Gungru La. Trek down and out of nowhere, a majestic lake appears. Then, the trail goes up and down for the next couple of hours. We hike through one last forest before reaching Dobato. Overnight in a tent camp.

• Day 08: Trek from Dobato to Yangle Kharka (3600m).

  The pathmerges into the the walls of Barun Valley, which takes us all the way to Yangle Kharka. Take your time scrambling through landslide debris before slowly climbing into the amazing alpine meadow, which provides great views of the snow-white peaks. Our trailcuts across the Barun Valley via a wooden bridge before arriving in Yangle Kharka. Overnight in a tent camp.

• Day 09: Trek from Yangle Kharka to Langmale Kharka (4400m).

  Trace the bank of the Barun Khola before the trail veers off to Ripok Kharka, surrounded by a brilliant rhododendron forest. Go Over a rocky patch and then climb the moraine of the Barun Glacier, where views of Peak 4 (6720 meters) and Pyramid Peak (7168 meters) glare down at you. Continue along the trail, with views of Makalu and other peaks, before reaching Langmale Kharka. Overnight in tent camp.

• Day 10: Trek from Langmale Kharka to Makalue Base Camp (4870m).

  After breakfast, we leave Langmale Kharka. The trail’s environment becomes desolate and consists of sand and small rocks – a true alpine landscape. The trail is slightly difficult to find, but it stays close to the stream and we do the same. As we keep hiking northward, Makalu, in all its glory, comes into view. There are trails on both sides of the valley, but we stay on the eastern side. After a couple of hours, we find ourselves at Makalu Base Camp, in a fortress of Himalayan peaks. Overnight in a tent camp.

• Day 11: Day Trip from Makalu Base Camp.

  There are various day hikes that we can do to go deeper into the mystical Himalaya. We can descend to Sherson again to climb a ridge at 5250 meters for breathtaking views of Makalu, Everest, Lhotse and more. Or we can hike to Barun Pokhari (4950m), a gorgeous, tranquil alpine lake. Overnight in a tent camp.

• Day 12: Makalu Base Camp to Yangle Kharka.

  Today marks the first day of our descent back to the trailhead. Enjoy the scenery even more the second time. Overnight in tent camp.

• Day 13: Yangle Kharka to Dobato.

  Start on the trail after breakfast. No need to overdo ourselves today, so take it easy and soak in the mountain vibes. Overnight in tent camp.

• Day 14: Dobato to Khongma.

  Today we head from Dobato to Khongma on the same trail that brought us here. Give your eyes a break from the trail and look up at the lovely scenery all around you. Overnight in guest house/tent camp.

• Day 15: Khongma to Tashigaon.

  Eat breakfast and begin retracing the steps from Khongma to Tashigaon. Enjoy the clean, rejuvenating Himalayan air. Overnight in guest house/tent camp.

• Day 16: Tashigaon to Num, drive to Tumlingtar.

  It’s the final day of the trek, enjoy it! Cruise past terraced fields of crops and charming villages back to Num. Have a meal or snack before we take a jeep to Tumlingtar. Celebrate a memorable trek upon arrival. Overnight in guest house.

• Day 17: Tumlingtar to Kathmandu.

  In the morning, we fly back to Kathmandu. We are happy to have you on this amazing adventure and look forward to your next one with us! Spend the afternoon as you wish, whether it be sightseeing, shopping, or just relaxing. Overnight in hotel.

• Day 18: Departure from Nepal.

  We take you to Tribhuvan International Airport about 3 hours before your international flight. We hope you enjoyed your time with Daewoo Travels & Tours, and see you next time!