Makalu Base Camp Trek Highlights
- Duration: 16 Days
- Grade: Moderate to difficult
- Maximum Height: 4839m for base Camp Trek, 6193m (Sherpani Col) for crossing to the Everest region.
- Accommodation: Basic Tea House Lodge and homestays. Camping is optional.
- Key sites covered: Tumlingtar, Num, Nurbugaon, Khongma, Dobate, Barun Pokhari and Base Camp.
Key attractions/experiences
Observing the majestic mountain views of Mt. Makalu (8,485 m), the fifth-highest mountain in the world, Kanchungse (Makalu ii), Chomo Lonzo, Chlam, Barunse, Peak 14 (Pyramid peak), Peak 6 (6524m), Peak 7 (6758m);
Trekking to one of the isolated, adventurous, and off- the-beaten-path treks;
Visiting the sacred glacier lakes; encountering with the Yeti (Mythical mountain mammal) andhigh passes;
Exploring the picturesque alpine pastures with yak grazing;
Witnessing the unspoiled vegetation and rare flora and fauna, including the elusive red panda and blooming Himalayan flowers;
High passes via Sipton La to Barun valley and via three passes to Mera and Khumbu valley;
Cultural encounters experiencing the diverse cultures of local communities, including Sherpa, Gurung, Rai, Hill Bramin and Chhetri;
Sacred pilgrimage to the ancient Buddhist monasterasteries, beyul Khelpalung caves and natural spring sites related to Shivadhara and Guru Padmasambhava.
Birdwatching in the Arun Valley and Barun Valley.
