Makalu Base Camp and Shipton Pass

An adventure trip to Makalu Base Camp and Shipton Pass

Mt. Makalu at 8,481 meters is the fifth highest mountain in the world and lies in the far east Nepal-Tibet border. The extensive views of all Nepal's major peaks to the east of Everest are the main highlights of this difficult and fascinating trek through seldom traveled terrain. This trek passes through the wild and remote Makalu Barun national Park and the continuous Makalu Barun Conservation Area, which forms a protective buffer zone in the inhabited to stem the growing human pressure around the base camp area and preserve what, is regarded as one of the most biologically diverse areas in the Himalayas. After flying from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar meeting our crew or after flying from Kathmandu to Biratnagar transfers to jeeps for the journey up to Hille, make approach to valley. This Arun river rises in Tibet and consists of snow melt waters from the Northern flanks of the Everest and the Kanchanjunga, before it beaks through the Himalayan chain at a height of only 1,200 meters, 35 km. East of the Makalu. To avoid the oppressive heat and humidity of the lower Arun Valley, take a ridge top detour via the beautiful Newari Bazaar, town of Chainpur.

Trek Itinerary:

• Hotels/Camping
• 20 Days Trek
• Grade: Challenging Plus
• Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
• Accommodation: 4 Nights Kathmandu, 1 night at Biratnagar & 19 Nights Camping
• Season: Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02 : Sightseeing: Swayambhunath, Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath temple and Patan durbar square with professional English speaking tour guide. 4/5 Hrs.
Day 03: Early in the morning flight from Kathmandu to Biratnagar then drive to Hile (1850m.)
Day 05 : Hile – Leguwa Ghat.
Day 06 : Leguwa Ghat – Tumlingtar (460m.).
Day 07 : Tumlingtar – Bhote Bash.
Day 08 : Bhote Baas – Num (1490m.)
Day 09 : Num – Tashi Gaun (2070m.)
Day 10 : Tashi Gaun – Kauma (3470m.)
Day 11 : Kauma – Mumbuk 3570m.)
Day 12 : Mumbuk – Ripuck Kharka.
Day 13 : Ripuck Kharka – Mera.
Day 14  : Mera – Makalu Base Camp (5000m.)
Day 15 : Makalu BC rest & hiking.
Day 16 : Makalu BC – Jarkharka.
Day 17 : Jarkharka – Yangri Kharka.
Day 18 : Yangri Kharka – Keke-La.
Day 19 : Keke-La – Tashi Village (2070m.)
Day 20 : Tashi Village – Mure.
Day 21 : Mure – Bhote Baas.
Day 22 : Bhote Baas – Tumlingtar.
Day 23 : Tumlingtar – Kathmandu by flight then transfer to Hotel.
Day 24 : Kathmandu Free & rest.
Day 25 : Last minute, transfer to Airport for your onward journey.

Cost: Ask us

Camping Trek Cost Includes:

• All land transportation by private vehicle (Airport /Hotel/Airport & trekking pick up & drop).
• One full day 4/5 hours sightseeing with professional English speaking tour guide & temple entry fees. (As Per the trekking itineraries)
• 4 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at Bed & Breakfast basis.
• One night at Biratnagar at full board basis.
• All three major meals B/L/D (provide continental food)and accommodation in tented camp (twin sharing North Face tent or, normal trekking tent, dining tent, toilet tent, Kitchen tent, staff tent, Table, chairs and Kitchen utensil etc.).
• One professional English speaking trekking guide/Sirdar, 1 Cook, Kitchen boys, necessary Sherpa and Porters.
• Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
• Per member 25 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
• Trekking Permit & National Park permits Fees.
• Air Ticket: KTM/Biratnagar/ Tumlingtar /Kathmandu & Airport taxes.
• Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
• All official taxes and service charge.

The Cost Doesn’t Include:

• Personal transportation except above programs.
• Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
• Personal trekking gears as well as sleeping bags.
• Personal Nature expenses.
• Emergency evacuation (If incase).
• Drinks except tea and coffee.
• Airfare: to & from your country.
• Nepal entry visa fees & airport departure taxes.
• Personal travel insurance.
• Tips for trekking crews.

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