Makalu Base Camp Trekking - Itinerary | Adventure Mountain Treks

Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Duration: Approx. 20-30 minutes drive
Distance: Approx. 7 km

Our company representative will welcome you at Tribhuwan International Airport and drive you by private vehicle to hotel. Preparation and briefing about the trip.

Day 02 Guided tour to Kathmandu’s World Heritage sites.

Breakfast in the morning, and then start for full day Kathmandu Sightseeing: Pashupati Nath temple, Boudhanath stupa, Patan Darbar Square, Swyambhunath temple, Hanuman Dhoka. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 03 Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, Drive to Num

Flight Altitude: 1,285m (Kathmandu) to 518m (Tumlingtar)

Duration: 45 min flight, 4–5 hrs drive

Highlights: Scenic flight over eastern Himalayas, drive through rural villages.

Day 04 Trek from Num to Seduwa.

Duration: 5–6 hours

Highlights: Steep descent to Arun River, climb through forest and farmland, entry into Makalu Barun National Park.

Day 05 Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaon.

Duration: 4–5 hours

Highlights: Gradual climb, beautiful villages, terraced fields, dense forest.

Day 06 Trek from Tashigaon to Khongma Danda.

Highlights: Short hikes to higher elevation, rest and altitude adjustment.

Day 07 Trek from Khongma Danda to Dobate via Shipton La Pass.

Altitude: 3,560m to 3,650m via Shipton La (4,216m)

Duration: 7–8 hours

Passes Crossed: Shipton La (4,216m), Keke La (4,170m), Tutu La (4,075m)

Highlights: Multiple passes, breathtaking views of Makalu and surrounding peaks.

Day 08 Trek from Dobate to Yangri Kharka.

Altitude: 3,650m to 3,557m

Duration: 5–6 hours

Highlights: Trail through forest, river crossings, pasturelands.

Day 09 Trek from Yangri Kharka to Langmale Kharka.

Altitude: 3,557m to 4,410m

Duration: 5–6 hours

Highlights: Expansive views, grazing yaks, alpine terrain.

Day 10 Trek from Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp.

Altitude: 4,410m to 5,050m

Duration: 6–7 hours

Highlights: Views of Mt. Makalu, Baruntse, and glaciers; rugged and dramatic landscapes.

Day 11 Exploration Day at Makalu Base Camp.

Altitude: 5,050m

Highlights: Optional hike to viewpoints for panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and surrounding peaks.

Day 12 Trek from Makalu Base Camp to Yangri Kharka.

Altitude: 5,050m to 3,557m

Duration: 6–7 hours

Highlights: Retrace steps, downhill walking.

Day 13 Trek from Yangri Kharka to Dobate.

Altitude: 3,557m to 3,650m

Duration: 5–6 hours

Day 14 Trek from Dobate to Khongma Danda.

Altitude: 3,650m to 3,560m

Duration: 6–7 hours

Highlights: Climb back over Shipton La Pass.

Day 15 Trek from Khongma Danda to Tashigaon.

Altitude: 3,560m to 2,100m

Duration: 5–6 hours

Day 16 Trek from Tashigaon to Seduwa.

Altitude: 2,100m to 1,530m

Duration: 4–5 hours

Day 17 Trek from Seduwa to Num.

Altitude: 1,530m to 1,560m

Duration: 5–6 hours

Day 18 Drive from Num to Tumlingtar.

Altitude: 1,560m to 518m

Duration: 4–5 hours

Day 19 Fly back to Kathmandu.

Altitude: 518m to 1,285m

Duration: 45 minutes

Highlights: Scenic Himalayan flight.

Day 20 Final departure. Drop to airport as per flight schedule.

Duration: Approx. 20-30 minutes drive
Distance: Approx. 7 km

Our representative will drop you at International Airport as per your flight schedule.