Makalu trekking in eastern Nepal is
protected by the Makalu Barun National Park and
Conservation Project. Established in 1992, it covers
2330 sq km. Among the 16 mountains in the park, it is
home to Makalu, the fifth highest mountain in the world
(8463m/ 27,766ft).
The world's fifth highest mountain. Formerly a
restricted area, it spans five major ecological zones
where can be found the lush, tropical Arun Valley, dense
forests or rhododendron and fir and alpine meadows that
lead to the might Barun glacier. From the base camp, any
one can view the spectacular Mt. Makalu.
This mainly low altitude trek is centered on the Arun
Valley, in eastern Nepal. The sub-tropical valley floor
of the mighty Arun River is in places densely forested,
contrasting with the terraced slopes higher up, which
are farmed by villagers of diverse tribal groups. High
pastures typify the upper slopes, which border on the
Makalu-Barun National Park, an important conservation
area for many threatened species.
The trails rise from 850 meters (2,788ft) to 5000 meters
(16,900ft) above sea level.
TRIP FACTS :
Grade: Challenging Trip Duration: 25 days Max. Altitude: 5000 m Season: Apr – May / Sep - Nov Trekking: Camping Accommodation: 4 nights in Kathmandu and 20
nights in tented camp Transportation: Flight
Day 01 :
Kathmandu arrival (1300m) Day 02 : Kathmandu Sightseeing. Day 03 : Kathmandu – Tumlingtar Fly.Trek to
Khandbari (1020m / 4hrs) Day 04 : Khandbari - Chichila (1840m / 4hrs) Day 05 : Chichila - Num (1500m / 5hrs) Day 06 : Num - Sedua (1540m / 4-5hrs) Day 07 : Sedua - Tashigaon (2070m / 4-5hrs) Day 08 : Tashigaon - Khongma (3560m / 5hrs) Day 09 : Khongma - Mumbuk (3550m / 5-7hrs) Day 10 : Mumbuk - Yangle Kharka (3600 m /
4-5hrs) Day 11 : Yangle Kharka - Merek (4570m / 5hrs) Day 12 : Merek - Shersong (4660m / 2hrs) Day 13 : Trip to Makalu Base Camp (5000m) Day 14 : Shersong - Yangle Kharka (3600m / 5hrs) Day 15 : Yangle Kharka – Mumbuk (3550m / 4 hrs) Day 16 : Mumbuk – Khongma (3560m / 6hrs) Day 17 : Khongma – Tashigaon (2070m / 4hrs) Day 18 : Tashigaon – Num (1500m / 7hrs) Day 19 : Num – Chichila (1840m / 5-6 hrs) Day 20 : Chichila - Mani Bhanjyang (1100m / 5 –
6 hrs) Day 21 : Mani Bhanjyang - Tumlingtar Day 22 : Tumlingtar – Kathmandu fly Day 23 : Kathmandu free day of your own. (This
day can be used in case of flight cancellation) Day 24 : Kathmandu free day of your own. (This
day can be used in case of flight cancellation)
Day 25 : Final Departure.
# Welcome in Airport by garland
# Airport Pick up & Drop Transportation by private
vehicle
# Twin sharing accommodation at Kathmandu in 2 stars to
5 star hotels with breakfast
# sightseeing in Kathmandu Escorted with English
Speaking Guide & Entrance fee
# Kathmandu/Tumlingtar / Kathmandu flight fare
# Accommodation in tea house during trek
# Meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner) in trekking
# 4 seasonal sleeping bag
# trekking map for group
# All necessary paper work & Permits
# All cost for a Langtang Ri staff (A First Aid and Eco
trained & Government licensed holder English Speaking
guide) and required porter while on trek)
# Cargo
# Accommodation, meals, salary, equipment, transportation & Insurance of
Langtang Ri trekking staffs
# Tent, mattress, sleeping bag, cooking utensils and
other camping materials
# Travel & Rescue arrangement.
# All government taxes.
# Farewell dinner
COST
EXCLUDES :
# International Airfare
# Nepal Visa fee (US$ 40 per person for 30 days)
# Airport Departure taxes/Excess baggage charges.
# Lunch/Dinner in Kathmandu
# Medical evacuation in case of emergency.
# Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)
# Client's insurance, Items of personal nature i.e. Soft/hard drinks, Tips
etc.
# Expenses incurred due to mishaps, landslide, strikes,
political unrest etc. In such case extra will be charged
as per actual
Mode of Payment
- We accept Cash, Credit card and payment
through bank
Booking Conditions
- A non - refundable deposit of 10 percent must
be paid at time of booking and booking form must
be completed.
- Final payment is due 60 days prior to
departure.
- Travel insurance with unlimited medical cover
is compulsory for all trips to Nepal.
- A visa for Nepal is to be obtained prior to
departure from your home country or can obtain
in Kathmandu airport, please note your passport
must be valid for a minimum of 6 months after
your return and 2 passport size picture needed.
Cancellation Policy
- If cancellation in writing is received by Langtang Ri Trekking more than 45 days prior to departure, the non-refundable deposit will be retained (maximum 10% of total land price) plus any air cancellation fees that may apply
- If cancellation is received within 45 days of departure, the following per person cancellation fees will apply:
- 15 - 45 days prior to departure: 25% of total price
- 7 - 14 days prior to departure: 35% of total price
- Less than 7 days prior to departure: 50% of total price (except for the total cost of government fees)
- On departure day or later: 100% of total price.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Every effort will be made to keep to the above
itinerary, but as this is adventure travel in a
remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it!
Weather conditions and the health of trekkers
can all contribute to changes. The guides and
their Sherpa assistants will try to ensure that
the trip runs according to plan, but please be
prepared to be flexible if necessary.
Experience Required :This Trek is
suitable for keen walkers who are able to walk
for 6 – 7 hours in a day, with a light rucksack.
Some of the days are quite long, and the walking
feels more strenuous at altitude. Generally the
trail is a good track, but occasionally it will
be uneven and rocky.
Food & Accommodation : You are
accommodated in teahouses whilst on trek. A
teahouse is a local run guesthouse, but
standards vary enormously. In popular areas such
as Everest, teahouses are more like hotels, with
hot water, Western food and private rooms
Recommended equipment list :Trekkers need
to provide their own personal clothing and
equipment. Some items of equipment are available
for hire from us as like Sleeping bag and Down
Jacket
Footwear : Well broken-in walking shoes -
these must be suitable for snow, thick socks,
light socks, camp shoes.
Clothing : Down or fiber filled
waterproof jacket and trousers, sweater or
fleece jacket, underwear, warm and cotton
trousers or jeans, shirts and T-shirts, shorts,
long underwear, wool hat, sun hat, gloves,
bathing suit, track suit.