Makalu Expedition

An overview

Mt makalu is the fifth highest mountain in the world which is an isolated peak, located just 22 km east of Mount Everest & Situated between Everest and Kanchenjunga , on the Nepali-Tibetan border. Makalu is one of the eight-thousanders, and is considered one of the most difficult mountains in the world for climbing. Makalu was first climbed on May 15, 1955 by Lionel Terray and Jean Couzy of a French expedition led by Jean Franco by the north face and northeast ridge, via the saddle between Makalu and Kangchungtse (the Makalu-La), establishing the standard route.

The mountain is notorious for its steep pitches and knife-edged ridges that are completely open to the elements. The mountain is impressive with perfect pyramid shape and four sharp ridges, makes this mountain all the more spectacular one. The final ascent of the summit pyramid involves technical rock climbing. Actually Makalu is the only 8,000m peak in Nepalses Himalaya which has yet to be climbed in true winter conditions. The descending is made via same route

Expedition Preparation

After completing all the logistic process we fly to Tumlintar just above the Arun River to Makalu Base Camp at approximately 5100 meters. We'll ascend via the Northwest Ridge and establish 4 high camps on the mountain. Our experienced and professional high altitude climbing sherpas will fix ropes as required. According to the client's fitness, weather condition we'll be climbing up and down the mountain several times, acclimatizing and stocking the higher camps. Our team work and professional support will make successful scale the summit of Mt Makalu.

Trek Facts
Tentative Itinerary
Cost Details
Guest Reference

Trip Duration: 61 Days

Day 01 Arrival Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.

Day 02 Full day sight-seeing tour of Kathmandu valley

Day 03 Expedition briefing & preparation.

Day 04 Fly to Tumlingtar;

Day 05 Trek to Mani Bhanjyang; Camping

Day 06 Trek to Chichila; Camping

Day 07 Trek to Mure/Num; Camping

Day 08 Trek to Murmi Danda/Sedua Area; Camping

Day 09 Trek to Tashigaon; Camping

Day 10 Rest Day

Day 11 Trek to Unshisha; Camping

Day 12 Trek to Khongma; Camping

Day 13 Trek to Nghe Kharka/Mumbuk; Camping

Day 14 Trek to Merek Langmale Kharka; Camping

Day 15 Trek to Makalu base camp; Camping

Day 16 Makalu base camp; Camping

Day 17 to day 45 Climbing period for Mt Makalu

Day 46 to Day 58 Treks back to Tumlingtar

Day 59 Fly out from Tumlingtar to KTM.

Day 60 Free day for Shopping & Evening celebration time

Day 61 Depart for return flight to home

Expedition package cost: USD 9200 per person minimum 4 persons and group join base

Cost includes

5 nights hotel in Kathmandu with daily breakfast.
Peak permit and govt. taxes garbage deposit.
Food for Trekking and Expedition period
Base Camp Guide , Cook and helpers
Porters and other supporting teams to and from Base camp
Kathmandu – Tumlingtar - Kthmandu air fares
Equipment allowance, daily allowance for Liaison officer, expedition crew
Base camp supplies like meals, mattress, dining tent, toilet tent, mess tent, store tent, table and chairs
Insurance of climbing Sherpa and local team members
City sightseeing before the expedition
Celebration dinner.

Cost excludes

Personal equipment for climbing & trekking
Medical kit bag and medical Insurance of expedition
Climbing gears, Climbing food, Gas & stove above Base camp
Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
Emergency Rescue evacuation by helicopter incase needed
Walki Takie permit & Satellite phone permit
Oxygen & Mask -regulator
Bar Bills & beverage
Tips & summit bonus