Mt. Makalu, the world's Fifth highest peak lies on the estern himalays of Nepal. These valleys, particularly the Barun valley, treasure some of the last remaining pristine forests and alpine meadows of Nepal. Makalu Trek with Sherpeni Col trek start from the bottom of the Arun valley, at just 435 m above sea level, the Himalaya rise to the snow-capped tip of Makalu- 8463m- within a 40 km distance. Within this wide range of altitudes and climates, the Makalu-Barun area contains some of the richest and most diverse pockets of plants and animals in Nepal, elsewhere lost to spreading human habitation.
Nestled in the lower reaches of these valleys are communities of Rai, Sherpa, and Shingsawa (Bhotia) farmers. Though economically poor and isolated, they retain a rich cultural heritage. They hold the key to the preservation of the unique biological and cultural treasures of the Makalu Barun area. For the naturalist, there are spectacular displays of wildflowers and exotic plants. More than 3.000 species of flowering plants, with hundreds of orchid varieties, 48. Primroses and 25 of Nepal's 30 rhododendrons splash the hillsides with color. The forests shelter abundant wildlife, including the endangered red panda and musk deer as well as the ghoral, Himalayan tahr and leopard. Ornithologists have identified 400 bird species, at least 16 of which are extremely rare.
The trek starts from Tumlingtar after a short fly from Kathmandu. After the Makalu Base Camp we cross the 3 difficult passes which are Sherpani Col (6110m), West Col (6135m) and Amphu Laptsha Pass (5845m).
Suggested Itinerary: 30 Days
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport. Then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Sight-seeing in Kathmandu valley [Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath Stupa, Kastamandapa old royal palace. Then transfer back to Hotel.
Day 03: Fly Biratnagar and drive to Hille. Overnight at Camping
Day 04: Hille – Hillepani. Camping.
Day 05: Hillepani – Tumlingtar.
Day 06: Tumlingtar – Kuwapani.
Day 07: Kuwapani – Chichila.
Day 08: Chichila – Num.
Day 09: Num – Seduwa.
Day 10: Seduwa – Tashigaun.
Day 11: Tashigaun – Khongmadanda.
Day 12: Khongmadanda – Mumfuk.
Day 13: Mumfuk –Yangle Kharak.
Day 14: Yangle Khark – Merak.
Day 15: Merak – Sersung (half day rest) for acclimatize.
Day 16: Sersung – Makalu BC.
Day 17: Makalu BC – Mumbuk.
Day 18: Mumbuk – Khongmadanda.
Day 19: Khongmadanda – Tashigaun.
Day 20: Tashi – Walung.
Day 21: Walung – Khempalung.
Day 22: Khempalung – Tamku.
Day 23: Tamku – Chitre.
Day 24: Chitre – Bakang.
Day 25: Bakang – Boksuwa.
Day 26: Boksuwa – Gaikhark
Day 27: Gaikhark – Pagoma.
Day 28: Pagoma – Lukla and transfer to Teahouse Lodge.
Day 29: Lukla – Kathmandu by flight then transfer to Hotel.
Day 30: Kathmandu Free day, or drop you to the international airport for your onward destination
Service Cost includes :
International airport transfer
2 Nights hotel in Moonlight kathmandu or 2 Nights hotel accommodation in Planet Bhaktapur on B. B Plan basis
All land transfer as per above on the given itineraries.
Fly from Kathmandu - Tumlingtar - Lukla - Kathmandu for the guest and guide, cook & Sherpa.
Conservation / National Park entry permits fees.
Controlled region trekking permit / Special permit.
TIMS ( Trekker 's Information Management System ) permit
Tented camp accommodation .
3 meals in each day ( Bf, Lunch Dinner ) serving with hot drinks (Tea / coffee) while on the trekking
Tea house Trekking: Fully escorted trek with fluent English speaking license holder local Guide
Professional cook, sherpa, kitchen staffs and other necessaries porter as upon the group size.
All program according to itineraries on full board.
Trekking equipment and other facilities to Nepali trekking staffs.
Insurances for all Nepali staffs.
A special gift: throught the Company " Gokyo Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd.
Service Cost Excludes:
Nepal entry visa fee per person US$ 30 only.
Travel Insurance (this is a mandatory condition of booking).
Medical evacuation in case of emergency.
Personal nature or any donation.
All types of bar bill.
Tips for the guide and porter etc.
International Airport Tax per person US$ 24 ( Or Rs: 1695 )only
Note: The above itinerary can be customized according to your duration of holiday. This is guideline showing tea house or tented camp trekking .
Group leader's travel free for groups of 9 or more.... (Flights and Government fees are not included).
