The Makalu Base Camp is culturally and environmentally diversed region among the other other trekking regions in Nepal enclude Mt. Makalu the world's fifth highest mountain peak. The trek through the Arun and Barun rivers valleys is one of the great wilderness experiences that Nepal can offer.
The trek begins in Tumlingtar and gradually climbs through scenic villages above the Arun River. The main highlights of Makalu Base trek is : a genuine Himalayan wilderness experience, fantastic views of the mountains of the Everest region, picturesque Tamang, Gurung, and Sherpa villages.
Itinerary:
Day 1 : Tumlingtar to Khandbari
Day 2 : Khandbari to Chichila
Day 3 : Chichila to Num
Day 4 : Num to Sedua
Day 5 : Sedua to Tashigaon
Day 6 : Tashigaon to Khongma
Day 7 : Khongma to Mumbuk
Day 8 : Mumbuk to Yangle Kharka
Day 9 : Yangle Kharka to Merek
Day 10 : Merek to Shersong
Day 11 : Day trip to Makalu Base Camp
Day 12 : Shersong to Yangle Kharka
Day 13 : Yangle Kharka to Mumbuk
Day 14 : Mumbuk to Khongma
Day 15 : Khongma to Tashigaon
Day 16 : Tashigaon to Num
Day 17 : Num to Chichila
Day 18 : Chichila to Mani Bhanjyang
Day 19 : Mani Bhanjyang to Tumlingtar
The best time to do this trek is from October to November and March to May.
trekking features
- Camping Trekking
- Length >14 days and < 21 days
- Maximum Altitude >4500m and <5000m
- Difficulty - Medium
Makalu Base Camp Trek details
