Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Makalu Base Camp Trek

Makalu base camp trek – Explore Mt. Makalu base camp Nepal

Makalu base camp trekking is an exclusive adventure tours, the experienced trekkers who would like to venture deep into the high Himalayas can take the Makalu base camp trek. This trek offers the most breath taking scenes of the Himalaya. The trekkers can view the giant Makalu above them,
which is the fifth highest mountain of the world at 8468m. The other mountains that are in the view are the Everest, Lhotse and Baruntse. Both of the river valleys Arun and Barun lead to the Makalu base camp exploring verity of flora, Fauna and geographic diversity. The scenic beauty of the surroundings cannot be described in words. At the upper portion of the trail one can see granite cliffs with glaciers and enchanting waterfalls keep them over flowing.

The Makalu Swiss base camp is at 5150 m and though the Makalu base camp trek is adventurous the picturesque beauty of the surroundings keeps the trekkers fresh and tireless. The Makalu base camp 4870 m lies in Makalu Barun National park established in 1992, after flying to Tumlingtar the
trekkers proceed to Arun river valley and then to Num. After crossing Shipton La 4125 m they reach Kalo Pokhari, Barun river valley and get the close view of Makalu as well as Chamlang Himal. The Makalu base camp trekking takes the trekkers to the most remote part of Nepal. This is a  classic trek that goes to an altitude of 5150 m. Though this region lacks in modern facilities but the natural beauty and the diversity among the surroundings is incredible. National Park host 3000 species of flowering
plants, 440 species of birds and 75 species of mammals, including the endangered Snow Leopard, Red Panda, Musk Deer, Wild Boar, Wild Yak and Himalayan Thar etc.

Remarkable biodiversity of this area considered as a global significance, and a living laboratory for international scientific research; in this way it is necessary to touch the Makalu’s the living laboratory and superb Himalayan Shangri-La, before die. The local communities are Sherpa, Limbus and Rai. Mt. Makalu can be viewed from the base camp; Makalu base camp trekking is a blend of adventure and pristine natural beauty. The trekking trail passes through dense forests. It is not a low
altitude trek; it is centered on Arun River valley which is in eastern Nepal. While the most remote as well as unfrequented areas make this trekking highly demanding, the scenic beauty and adventure
aspect make it an unbeaten as well as outstanding trek. Since the trekkers can enjoy natural beauty throughout, they never get tired. This is a camping trek because of the isolation of this region and the
absence of tea houses. Those who are physically strong and have a passion for adventure will enjoy the trips to Makalu base camp.

Trip Fact
Country: -› Nepal
Duration: -› 21 Days
Min. Altitude: -› (1030m./3379ft.)
Max. Altitude: -› (5250m./17224ft.)
Walking Per Day: -› Approximately 5-6hrs
Nature: -› Camping
Grade: -› Medium
Best Season: -› Feb, Mar, Apr-Sep, Oct, Nov.

Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Sight Seeing Kathmandu Valley
Day 03: Kathmandu to Tumlingtar (by plane) to Num
Day 04: Num to Ambrak 1065m.
Day 05: Ambrak  to Mayum 1870m.
Day 06: Mayum to Taklung La 3424m.
Day 07: Taklung to Alldanda.2800m
Day 08: Alldanda to Dukpukharka.3375m
Day 09: Leaving Dukpukharka for Tashi Zongtar.3600m
Day 10: Tashi Zongtar to Isuwa The high camp.4700m
Day 11: Isuwa High Camp to Makalu base camp.
Day 12: Departure from Makalu base Camp to Yagle kharka.3700m
Day 13: Yagle kharka rest.
Day 14: Leaving Yagle kharka to Mumbuk.3350m
Day 15: Mumbuk to  Kauma.3560m
Day 16: Kauma to  Tashigoan.1864m
Day 17: Tashigoan to Num.
Day 18: Num to Tumlingtar .
Day 19: Leaving Tumlingtar by  plane to Kathmandu.
Day 20: Free day in Kathmandu.
Day 21: Final Departure

"We welcome you in Nepal for this awesome Makalu Base Camp Trek during yours Nepal holidays"  

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