Utterly marvelous, still very untouched and an irregular trekking area of Makalu region is very close to the Everest region. Because of Arun River, it is known as Arun Valley too. The Arun Valley is an unimaginable area and it is famous for both the culture and nature. This area is a naturalist's paradise and it is teeming with many precious plants, animals and Mt. Makalu (8475m.) birds and is a significant part of the Himalayan environment and ecosystem.
People living in this remote place depend on cattle herds, farming and small - time trade. The number of population is 32000. Various castes and ethnic groups from this population, they are: Sherpa in the higher elevation, Gurung, Tamang, Magar, Newar, Brahmins, Chhetris and the others in the rest, The tour to those places have many attractions because of the cultural reasons too.
The majestic view from the Singla Top of massif Manaslu , with Manaslu (8163m.) poking up from behind the Ganesh Himal appears before you. To the northwest is the Ganesh Himal and at other side looms Langtang Himal. Ganesh (7406m.) and her sisters jut up from the valley below like large crystals thrust out of the earth, creating a stunning panorama of glaciers, peaks, rock, snow, and ice.
Makalu trekking region is subject to all the rules relating entry fee, fees for video cameras and restriction on firewood. The nearest airstrip in this region is Tumlingtar. Nestled in the lower reaches of these valleys are communities of Rai, Sherpa, and Shingsawa (Bhotia) farmers. Though economically poor and isolated, they retain a rich cultural heritage. They hold the key to the preservation of the unique biological and cultural treasures of the Makalu Barun area. The sub-tropical valley floor of the mighty Arun River is in places densely forested, contrasting with the terraced slopes higher up, which are farmed by villagers of diverse tribal groups. High pastures typify the upper slopes, which border on the Makalu-Barun National Park, an important conservation area for many threatened species. Most of the trekkers and mountaineers visit the Makalu-Barun area during October-November and March-April when high passes are less likely to be snowed over. Lower elevations are temperate throughout winter, and hot during April and May. Heavy monsoon rains occur throughout the region from June through September, with occasional showers during April-May. Makalu base camp trekking is one of the most remote and unfrequented trekking areas of Nepal where tourist are visited for unforgettable life experience.
Facts of the Trek
Duration: 24 Days
Trek type: Camping
Max Altitude: 5817 m.
Minimum Pax: 1 +
Mode of travel: Land
Grade: Strenuous
Itinerary
Grade : Introductory/Moderate Type : Camping
Full board, enough trekking crew, tents Duration : 24 days (18 days trekking) Activities : Trekking, camping, sightseeing, rock-climbing (option) Best time to go : September through to April
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel. Day 02: Full day guided sightseeing around of the Kathmandu valley. Day 03: Flight: Kathmandu - Tumlingtar (860 m). Day 04: Trek Khadbari to Chichila (1,830 m) (5/6 hrs). Camp Day 05: Trek Chichila to Num (1,490 m) (5 hrs). Camp Day 06: Trek Num to Sedua (1,460 m) (5/6 hrs). Camp Day 07: Trek Sedua to Tashi Gaon (2,070 m) (5 hrs). Camp Day 08: Trek Tashi Gaon to Kauma (3,470 m) (6 hrs). Camp Day 09: Rest / Exploration day at Kauma. Camp Day 10: Trek Kauma to Mumbuk (3,570 m) (5 hrs). Camp Day 11: Trek Mumbuk to Nhe Kharka (3,000 m) (6 hrs). Camp Day 12: Trek Nhe Kharka to Sherson (4,615 m) (7 hrs). Camp
Day 13: Trek Sherson to Makalu Base Camp (5,000 m) (4/5 hrs). Camp Day 14: Explore Makalu Base Camp. Day 15: Trek Makalu Base Camp to Nhe Kharka (3,000 m) (7 hrs). Camp Day 16: Trek Nhe kharka to Mumbuk (3,570 m) (6 hrs). Camp Day 17: Trek Mumbuk to Kauma (3,470m) (5 hrs). Camp Day 18: Trek Kauma to Tashi Gaon (2,070 m) (5 hrs). Camp Day 19: Trek Tashi Gaun to Pukuwa (1,520 m) (6 hrs). Camp Day 20: Trek Pukuwa to Bumling (1,160 m) (5 hrs). Camp Day 21: Trek Bumling to Tumlingtar (860 m) (4 hrs). Camp. Day 22: Flight: Tumlingtar - Kathmandu. Hotel Overnight. Day 23: Free day to explore, and enjoy Kathmandu. Hotel Overnight. Day 24: Final Departure.
Service Includes
All meals (B/L/D) & accommodation (Lodge/Tented camp) during the trekking period
National park permit
TIMS Card (Trekker's Information Management System).
