Iron Horses

Makalu (8,463 m), the fifth highest mountain of the world lying on the Nepal- Tibet border has the virtue of observing the Nepal's most major peaks to the east of the Everest. The trek starts right from the Arun Valley. This region, considered as one of the non-tourist areas has a wonderful charm to explore and always done with a well-supervised and guided group with sensible equipment.
Makalu trekking in eastern Nepal is protected by the Makalu Barun National Park and Conservation Project. Established in 1992, it covers 2330 sq km. Among the 16 mountains in the park, it is home to Makalu, the fifth highest mountain in the world (8463m/ 27,766ft).

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu

Arrive Kathmandu. Sightseeing at the Kathmandu valley.

Day 02: Flight: Kathmandu - Tumlingtar (860 m)

Trek to Khadbari (1,040m) (4 hrs). Camp

Day 03:

Trek Khadbari to Chichila (1,830 m) (5/6 hrs). Camp

Day 04:

Trek Chichila to Num (1,490 m) (5 hrs). Camp

Day 05:

Trek Num to Sedua (1,460 m) (5/6 hrs). Camp

Day 06:

Trek Sedua to Tashi Gaon (2,070 m) (5 hrs). Camp

Day 07: Likir - Yangthang (3600m)

Trek Tashi Gaon to Kauma (3,470 m) (6 hrs). Camp

Day 08:

Rest / Exploration day at Kauma. Camp

Day 09:

Trek Kauma to Mumbuk (3,570 m) (5 hrs). Camp

Day 10:

Trek Mumbuk to Nhe Kharka (3,000 m) (6 hrs). Camp

Day 11:

Trek Nhe Kharka to Sherson (4,615 m) (7 hrs). Camp

Day 12:

Trek Sherson to Makalu Base Camp (5,000 m) (4/5 hrs). Camp

Day 13:

Explore Makalu Base Camp.