need help?
Monday to Friday: 9:00 am to 7:30 pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST;UTC+10:00)Nepal - +977 144 101 16
Monday to Friday: 9:00 am to 7:30 pm2 Package in Nepal with 4 Reviews
Mera Peak Trekking And Climbing
On Mera Peak Trekking and Climbing, we walk across the famous Hinku valley through lush green forest...Read More
- Starts/Ends Lukla/Lukla
- Operator Everest View Treks & Expedition
- Tour Type Private and Group Tour
Makalu Base Camp Trek
Makalu Base Camp Trek takes you on a journey to the solitary trails across pristine waterfalls, glac...Read More
- Starts/Ends Kathmandu/Kathmandu
- Operator Sherpa Expedition & Trekking Pvt.Ltd
- Tour Type Private and Group Tour
Makalu Base Camp Trek Reviews
Makalu Base Camp Trek
- Prakash Darji
- 10 march 2018
“Amazing experience in Nepal, the trek to ABC was truly beautiful and we had a wonderful guide Prabin from Unique Advebtures. Will be going back for Everest Base Camp and will certainly use Unique Advebtures again. They took care of everything as stated, would recommend to anyone wanting to visit !!”
Makalu Base Camp Trek
- Prakash Darji
- 10 march 2018
“Amazing experience in Nepal, the trek to ABC was truly beautiful and we had a wonderful guide Prabin from Unique Advebtures. Will be going back for Everest Base Camp and will certainly use Unique Advebtures again. They took care of everything as stated, would recommend to anyone wanting to visit !!”
Makalu Base Camp Trek
- Prakash Darji
- 10 march 2018
“Amazing experience in Nepal, the trek to ABC was truly beautiful and we had a wonderful guide Prabin from Unique Advebtures. Will be going back for Everest Base Camp and will certainly use Unique Advebtures again. They took care of everything as stated, would recommend to anyone wanting to visit !!”
Makalu Base Camp Trek
- Prakash Darji
- 10 march 2018
“Amazing experience in Nepal, the trek to ABC was truly beautiful and we had a wonderful guide Prabin from Unique Advebtures. Will be going back for Everest Base Camp and will certainly use Unique Advebtures again. They took care of everything as stated, would recommend to anyone wanting to visit !!”
Makalu Camp Overview
Quick Facts
- Best Season: March-May, Sept-Nov
- Max Altitude: 5000M
- Accommodatiion: Lodges, Hotels, Tent
- Duration: 20 Days
- Difficulty: Strenuous
Makalu Base Camp Trek - Overview
Makalu mountain peak is the fifth tallest peak in the world that is in Nepal. The Makalu Base Camp trek is an exhilarating adventure to the restricted region across the Makalu mountain and Makalu-Barun National park & conservation area. The Makalu circuit trek takes you to the solitary paths around the eastern Himalayas. You can witness the natural environment and cultural splendour on Makalu trek in Nepal. There are different kinds of wildlife and vegetations to explore.
Makalu Base Camp trek has to offer panoramic views of the majestic peaks like Lhotse, Baruntse and the mighty Everest. Trekkers fall in love with the diverse landscapes and the local culture. Makalu trek in Nepal is famous as the restricted area trek. From forests of birches, rhododendron, fir to wildlife like red panda, ghoral, leopard and more than four hundred bird species, Makalu region has it all. This region is home to ethnic groups like Rai, Newar and Limbu at the lower areas and Tibetan Buddhists at the higher altitude regions. Makalu trek is a strenuous trekking journey; however, the struggle is worth the experience you get. Away from the hustle and bustle of city life, this opportunity will give you immense peace. The Makalu circuit trek is an excellent opportunity to reconnect with yourself.
Trail on Makalu Base Camp Trek 
View of Mount Makalu 
Trekker enjoying a hot beverage while trekking 
Sightseeing Makalu Areas Makalu Base Camp Trek: Details On Makalu Circuit Trek
- Difficulty Level: Strenuous
- Duration of Trek: 20 Days
- Maximum Elevation: 5000Meters
- Lodging Facility: lodges and hotels in Kathmandu, tented camps in Makalu trek
- Favourable Time: March to May, September to November
- Transportation:Domestic flights and land transportation
- Essential Permits: Makalu Barun National Park Conservation Area permit, Trekkers’ Information Management Systems (TIMS) Card
Makalu Trek Itinerary
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
You reach the Tribhuwan International airport in Kathmandu for Makalu trek in Nepal. Then, you move to your hotel after completing formalities. You will receive a briefing on the Makalu trek after relaxing for some time. You get to meet the trekking team; the guides and you may discuss the essential gears and equipment for the Makalu circuit trek. Your tour agency helps you get the permits for the Makalu trek in Nepal. In case you land on Kathmandu at night, a similar briefing happens the following day after breakfast.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
Next day, you move outside for a short tour around Kathmandu after eating breakfast. You shall go to the essential sites like Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath, Swoyambhunath and the Kathmandu Durbar square. This tour provides you with a look into Nepalese history and culture. Later, you may explore the local life and places nearby. You prepare for the Makalu trek.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We board on the plane to Tumlingtar; it takes around fifty minutes to reach there. The trail on the Makalu circuit trek first moves up to a jungle of Sal trees and rhododendron as we walk past many villages. We move across a plateau and walk uphill for around three hours. We set up our camps in a vast grass field. We move northward to get to Khandbari. Trekking head, we go to our campsite, which is our overnight stop.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We walk steadily ahead, passing tiny villages and dense forests. We move past bamboo forests following a ridge to get to Arun Than (1280 meters). We head to the Chichila village as we follow the bamboo groves on the rocky path to Sheka (1350 meters). Chichila is home to Gurung and other ethnic groups.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We wake up savouring the fantastic views of the Makalu mountain and other snowy peaks. We move towards a ridgeline enjoying the magnificent views on both sides. We trek down across a forest following a perennial river. Then, we move on a flat path for around an hour. Finally, we reach Num which lies on a ridge above the river Arun Koshi. Often, there is lightning and thunder at Num.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We descend on a steep trail across the Lumbang cornfields. The Makalu trek trail takes you over a suspension bridge. Afterwards, you go up along the jungle and some villages. The local people earn a living with agriculture. They grow paddy, potatoes, millet and seasonal vegetables. After walking up through a forest, you get to the campsite of Seduwa where you stay for the night.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We walk up the ridge which has Kasuwa Khola on the east and Ipsuwa Khola on the west. We have a relatively easy hike on this day as we walk across the bushes. We move across villages where farming takes place. And, we get to the camping spot below the national park office at last.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We trek on the uphill track moving through rhododendron forest. We will pass several ridges and yak herders. The trails take us to Chipola (2520 meters), and the path gets steeper. You will see a massive rock below Mani Danda. We have to carry lunch for the journey on this day. We stop at Khonga before we cross Shipton La and move to the Barun valley. Human settlements are sparse here, and tents lie on the sloppy hills.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
On this day of Makalu base camp trek, we can enjoy the view of Peak 6 & 7 along with Chhamlang. We have to climb a staircase that is over the ridges. You will see a small pass, namely Ghungru La (4050 meters). The trail moves upward and gets steeper. We pass a forestand trek on a hill which has many prayer flags, Mani walls and scenic views. We walk down to witness a tiny lake. Then, we move upwards across the Shipton Pass. We relax for a while near the Kalo Pokhari lake. Afterwards, our team passes over the famous Keke La (4152 meters). We cross the pine and rhododendron forest to reach Mumuk. We stay in a tented camp here.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We leave Mumbuk to reach Nghekharka. You can witness the Barun river flowing across the trail as we move ahead looking at the incredible peaks like Mt. Peak 6 and 7. It is going to be a peaceful walk. We get to Yangrikharka (3610 meters) which is a small village on the base of the valley. We climb till Nghekharka from here and stay there.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We move past a beautiful waterfall and over a muddy ground to reach a stone hut. We pass the Mani wall to get to Yakkharka (4440 meters). We do a final climb to reach Merek. There is a marvellous panorama of the Peak 3, peak 4, Peak 5 and Chhamlang.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We head to the main highlight of the Makalu Base camp trek. We will see the Makalu as we move northwards to the valley. The trail follows the river till Shersong (4660 meters). There will be a gradual climb to reach a small pass. It is around 100 meters above the base camp. We trek down to steam and get to the base camp as we cross boulders. You can relish the view of south Makalu mountain. The base camp is at the height of around 5000 meters; there is no shelters/ vegetation here.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
This day is an exploration day for enjoying the natural surrounding of Makalu mountain. We try to climb up the advance base camp because we may get a fantastic panorama of the Barun valley. We could climb the ridge which is on the northeast side of Shersong. You may spot the mighty Everest, Lhotse and Lhotse Shar. We retrace steps back to Shersong for overnight stay.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We continue to move down across the rockfall. We will climb the rocky structures to reach the Mumbuk shelter. We reach Khongma en route Shipton La.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We descend back to Tashigaon and walk to Seduwa after lunch. We set up a camp in Seduwa.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We start early to head to Chichila. The trekking journey shall be more comfortable as we move on the ridge to get to Chichila. It will take around five hours. We camp in Chichila.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We stay at Tumlingtar and start getting ready to reach Kathmandu on the next day.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
We get on the plane to Kathmandu from Tumlingtar. You may enjoy your leisure time exploring Kathmandu when you return. And you should prepare for your journey back home or prepare for your next travel destination in Nepal.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
You have a free day in the city of Kathmandu. You could get some rest at the hotel and move to the nearby places. You could use the time to do some souvenir shopping.
- 3 Hours
- Guest House
This day is your last day in Nepal after the completion of the Makalu base camp trek. We escort you to the airport around three hours before the flight. You go to your home country or your next travel site from the airport. We hope you have a safe trip.
Beauty of Makalu 
Makalu Trekking Destination
How Difficult Is Makalu Trek In Nepal?
Makalu Base Camp trek is a challenging, adventure trek that takes you to the wilderness of Nepal’s Himalayas. This trekking journey is strenuous and is suitable for veteran trekkers. You need to walk on many rugged terrains and forested trails on this journey. There are steep trails on some parts, and you need to scale elevation above 5000 meters on Makalu circuit trek.
Makalu circuit trek requires adequate physical fitness and confidence. You need time for acclimatization to complete this trek. It is a challenging trekking journey; if you do not pay attention to the essential instructions, you could get altitude sickness. Makalu trek in Nepal takes you to the remote east of Nepal, and it is a restricted area and is not for beginners. Make sure you carry all the essential gears, stay fit and be attentive to instructions for safety and convenience.
Favourable Time To Do Makalu Trek In Nepal
The best time to go for Makalu Trek in Nepal is on spring and fall. While the spring season falls on the months March to May, fall is from September to November. The weather is stable, and skies clear offering the best views. The temperature is right for trekking; not too extreme in these seasons for Makalu Trek in Nepal.
While it is possible to do the Makalu circuit trek during winter, the temperature is extreme and the weather unpredictable. The temperature goes down. And the accommodation facility on the Makalu trek is not well-equipped for such weather.
Makalu Base Camp trek is a fantastic journey for adventure lovers. You will get to witness the diverse landscapes of the Himalayas and see the local life in proximity. The Makalu circuit trek will be an unforgettable experience for you.
