The Makalu Base Camp Trek is one of the wildest, most pristine and less frequented trekking routes. The extensive views of all Nepal’s major peaks to the east, including Everest and Kanchenjunga, are the main highlights of this difficult and fascinating trek.
Makalu (8463m) is the fifth highest mountain in the world, first climbed by French nationals Jean Couzy and Lionel Terray on May 15th, 1955. It lies on the Nepal – Tibet border. The Makalu Barun National Park (area 1500 sq km) boasts 25 out of 32 species of rhododendrons found in Nepal.
Trip Highlights
- Witness awe-inspiring views of Mount Makalu, the world's fifth-highest peak.
- Trek through remote and pristine landscapes, far from the hustle and bustle.
- Encounter diverse flora and fauna, including rhododendron forests and exotic wildlife.
- rek to challenging high altitudes, offering a thrilling experience for avid hikers.
- Explore a less-trodden trail, providing a sense of solitude and tranquility.
- Marvel at the stunning natural beauty of the Himalayan region throughout the trek.
Makalu Base Camp Trek Outline Itinerary
Trip FAQs
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
