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Mt. Makalu Expedition - 52 Days
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Trip Highlights

  • Destination : Mt. Makalu (8463 meter)
  • Group Size : Min – 2 +
  • Maximum altitude : 8463 meter
  • Grade : Extra Hard
  • Season : Spring & Autumn
  • Accommodation : Camping
  • Duration : 52 Days
  • Entry : Tumlingtar
  • Exit : Tumlingtar

Trip Overview

Each intrigued individual in mountaineering are outstanding that Mt. Makalu (8463m) is the fifth most noteworthy mountain Peak on the Earth. Mt. Makalu is Situated in the core of eastern Himalayas yet pretty much 14 miles east of Mt. Everest. The Massive Mountain with a noticeable quality of 2386m and considering encompassing profound valleys like Arun and Barun is to some degree confined.

The valleys, in especially the Barun valley, are the home of immaculate timberlands and snow-capped glades of Nepal. Inside this extensive variety of elevations and atmospheres, the Makalu-Barun zone contains a portion of the most extravagant and most different verdure of Nepal. Different ethnic networks of Rai, Sherpa, and Shingsawa (Bhotia) have hindered the lower parts of these valleys. Because of detachment these networks are monetarily poor anyway they speak to rich social legacy immaculate by innovation and world social impacts. They are the caretakers of Makalu-Barun exceptional natural and social fortunes. Because of its relative detachment, the territory is minimal known to lion’s share of the guests, notwithstanding, the individuals who have visited, return home with life-changing recollections of the region and its kin.

Trip Itinerary

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day 1

Arrival in Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel

Adventure Outdoors warmly welcome the guest at Tribhuwan International Airport Nepal with a plea card along with Tourist bus, Hiace or a Car depending on the number of Visitors. Once arrival we transfer our guest to the hotel and if the pickup is of morning we serve a hot and wonderful lunch along a pleasurable hotel service and at night dinner in the city area and monitoring the ultimate facility of our guest we provide an accommodation service.

day 2

Half day Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley & Preparation Day

We pick our guest from the hotel and help them to make a small tour. The half day sightseen include wonderful places around Kathmandu along few driving distance country side villages. Stay overnight at Kathmandu.

day 3

Briefing in Tourism Industry Division, interaction with staffs

Hiking in Nepal is not easy as it requires utmost energy thus accepting challenges is necessary. We thereby help our visitors to work all the legal requirements of hiking unit and also help to brief them the basic concept of Nepal tours and tourism industry.

day 4

Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar & Drive to Num, Lodge / Camping

In a flight of 50 minutes from Kathmandu we reach Tumlingtar airport. Take a break for few minutes and we start a journey at four-wheeler and finally reach Num village. If guest prefer lodge we transfer them to lodge, if not we set a camp and stay overnight.

day 5

Trek from Num to Sheduwa / Camping

From Num valley we begin our trek and walking for a long hour passing beautiful villages we reach sheduwa. Upon arrival we take a rest and set our camp. Inside camp we prepare for other day hike.

day 6

Sheduwa to Tashi Gaun / Camping

Crossing the beautiful paddy ground from sheduwa and also crossing the Ipsuwa Kola we finally reach Tashi gau a small rural village where we set our camp and stay overnight.

day 7

Tashi Gaun to Khongma / Camping

After passing the village of Tashi Gau we slowly headed uphill and reach the Khongma. Passing the Barun Valley we reach Khongma and upon arrival we set our camp at beautiful land of Khongma and stay overnight.

day 8

Khongma to Mumbuk / Camping

Now from Khongma we again start to trek and walking continuously uphill we reach Mumbuk. Upon arrival we set camp and stay overnight.

day 9

Rest day & Acclimatization at Mumbuk

We continuously take a height, so it may be a problem if not adapt well with an atmosphere. Thereby, on day 9 we stay at Mumbuk village and see places near it. We take a rest and plan for further visits and watch the health condition of a group.

day 10

Mumbuk to Nehe Kharka / Camping

From Mumbuk we trek forward to another small village. After a day long walk we reach our destination of day 10 at Nehe Kharka where we set our base camp and stay overnight.

day 11

Nehe Kharka to Makalu Base Camp (4,870 m)

From Neha Kharka we trek continuously and reaching uphill at an attitude of 4870 m we set our camp. The camp at 4870 m is famously known as Makalu Base camp a common tourist destination with immense beauty. At camp we along with our friends take a rest and plan for other day hike.

day 12

Rest day & Acclimatization at Base Camp

At an altitude of 4870 m we take a halt for a day. The day is separated for adaptation since from lower base camp we now take a hike to other high camps, so it is very important to adapt the altitude from our body.

day 13

Base Camp to High Camp

Early morning, we start our trek and walking incessantly up we reach a high camp where we set our camp and stay overnight.

day 14

Day 14- 43: Climbing Period Base Camp to Summit (8,463m)- return Base Camp

The voyage begins from day 14 and end at day 29 which tentatively is of 34 days trek. The trek is a complete adventure with full of challenges while at same we can view spectacular nature. Within 34 days we unceasingly walk whole day and fix our tent and stay overnight. At morning if weather is supportive we start our trek. Finally, after long and exhausting walk we reach the peak of 8,463 m and cheer up the victory. On the completion of submit climbing we return down to base camp and on 34th day we reach camp and finally sleep overnight at lower base camp.

day 15

Day 44: Cleaning up Base Camp

We rest whole day at day 44 and clean all our mess around camp, pack our back and get ready for another day drive and stay overnight at camp.

day 16

Day 45: Back from Base Camp to Yangli Kharka / Camping

We descend from the base camp unceasingly towards Yangli Kharka and after a long day walk reach the Camp and set our camp and relax.

day 17

Day 46: Yangli Kharka to Khongma / Camping

From Yangli Kharka we start our trek and after visiting wonderful field of paddy buck wheat we reach down at Khongma. The destination of day 46 and upon arrival we set our camp and stay overnight at Khongma.

day 18

Day 47: Khongma to Sheduwa / Camping

After spending night at Khongma, we early morning March towards another destination and at evening reach Sheduwa. At Sheduwa we set a camp and spent our night.

day 19

Day 48: Sheduwa to Num / Camping

After Sheduwa the trek begins towards Num valley and slowly after a walk of 6-7 hours we reach deep down Num valley and set our camp and rest for the night.

day 20

Day 49: Drive from Num to Tumlingtar / hotel

After a long and tedious walk at day 49 we finally take a jeep ride and head towards Tumlingtar. Upon arrival we will take a delicious dinner at a hotel and stay overnight.

day 21

Day 50: Fly from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu & transfer to hotel

From Tumlingtar we take a flight of nearly 40 minutes and return back to Kathmandu from where we begin our long journey. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel and stay overnight at Kathmandu.

day 22

Day 51: Free day at Kathmandu, Farewell Cultural dinner

On the day we once again visit and shop places around Kathmandu and finally take a farewell dinner and stay overnight at Kathmandu hotel.

day 23

Day 52: Transfer to Airport for Final Departure

The day we departure from Kathmandu to our next destination.

What’s Included

Service Included

  • All airport pick-up and drop-off services
  • 5 nights hotel accommodations in Kathmandu
  • Flight tickets from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and Tumlingtar to Kathmandu
  • Personal climbing Sherpa (Experienced, Trained, Government Licensed) with equipment's
  • All necessary porters to and from base camp to carry load
  • All necessary permits
  • All camping equipment's like camp furniture, kitchenware, dining tents, guest tents, mountain tent, table and chairs, gas heater, generator, etc.
  • Provisions for climbing equipment such as rope, ice bars, ice screws, Gamow bags, etc
  • All meals 3 times a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during trek and climb
  • Salary, insurance, meals and equipment's for all involved Nepali staff (For Sherpas, guides, porters, kitchen helpers)
  • First Aid medical kit for all team members including staff
  • Appropriate food for high altitude to all climbing crew at base camp and above as
  • Solar panel for light and battery charger
  • Radio permit (Radio sets are available for communication above the base camp)
  • Satellite phone/ Local phone works up to the Base Camp
  • Free assistance service for cargo clearance and assistance
  • 6 bottle Oxygen for each members & 3 bottles for Sherpa with mask and regulator (extra will be available at base camp if required)
  • Necessary help and assistance like complete per-departure information, flight ticket reconfirmation and visa extension procedure services (if necessary)
  • Facilities of Sat Phone at Base camp, internet connection, walkies-talkie,
  • Nepalese Government Royalty, National park fees and local taxes.
  • One farewell dinner at authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural performance

Service Excluded

  • Visa fees
  • International Airfare
  • Expenses of personal nature such as hard and soft drinks, laundry, postage, telephone, E-mail, etc.
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Expenses occurred due to the use of phone and internet
  • Personal medical kit, trekking gears
  • Personal climbing gears
  • Filming permit (if you want to use special camera)
  • Expenses due to unforeseen situations like natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes.
  • Medical and personal high-risk travel insurance which should cover helicopter evacuation cost and medical treatment cost if required
  • Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods
  • Garbage disposal fee (refundable after the completion of the expedition)
  • Tips
  • Transportation costs pertaining to excess baggage
  • Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation, and lost luggage

Frequently Asked Questions

How fit do I need to be to do this Expedition?

You need to be in outstanding physical condition with exceptional endurance, strong cardiovascular health, and the ability to handle prolonged high-altitude exposure for the 52-day Mt. Makalu Expedition.

What is the highest altitude reached in this Expedition?

The highest altitude reached during the Mt. Makalu Expedition is 8,485 meters (27,838 feet) at the summit of the mountain.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Battery charging facilities are available at base camp and some higher camps on the Mt. Makalu Expedition, though they may be limited, and hot showers are typically not available, requiring reliance on cold washes or sponge baths.

What about internet access?

Internet access on the Mt. Makalu Expedition is generally limited to base camp, with varying quality and speed, and may not be available at higher camps.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Expedition?

Yes, hiring a guide or trekking agency is essential for the Mt. Makalu Expedition due to the extreme altitude, challenging terrain, and the need for expert logistical and safety support.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For the Mt. Makalu Expedition, guides typically cost between $7,000 to $12,000 for the entire trip, while porters generally range from $4,000 to $6,000, depending on the specifics of the expedition and the services provided.

How long do we walk every day when doing Mt. Makalu Expedition?

On the Mt. Makalu Expedition, you usually walk for around 4 to 8 hours each day, depending on the phase of the climb, acclimatization needs, and weather conditions.

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