Makalu Base Camp Trek

Makalu trekking is a rigorous walk that takes the world’s 7th highest peak, Mt. Makalu standing at an altitude of 8475m. This is stunning and outstanding of Makalu trekking enjoy rich cultural heritage along with unsurpassed beauty and biological diversity that lies east of Everest. From the Makalu base camp, magnificent views of the imposing south face of Makalu and panorama of Everest, Lhotse, and the Barun Glacier are truly amazing. The lower parts of the Makalu trekking is covered with the many ethnic groups of Limbu, Newar, Rai, Magar, and Sherpa while the higher elevation is dominated by the Buddhist peoples. Makalu trekking is trail winds from the steamy lowlands of Tumlingtar on the Arun River, through one of the least explored areas of Nepal, to the base camp of Makalu at the soaring height of 5000m. Makalu trek follows the beautiful Barun river valley in the Makalu Barun National Park, ascending through Sherpa villages and cultivated fields with views of the Chamlang Range in the distance and walking up the lush and beautiful Arun valley before crossing the Shipton La (4127 m) through rhododendron forest into the upper Barun river Valley. The Arun Valley is also home to rare species of different Birds found only in Nepal. This fairly challenging trek is best suited for anyone in good shape with previous trekking experience is an added benefit.