Private Tour
Makalu Base Camp Trek
Overview
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360 hours
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Makalu Base Camp trek is one of the most special and raw trekking experiences you can have in Nepal. Unlike the busy trails of Everest or Annapurna, this route takes you deep into a remote part of the Himalayas where nature is untouched and peaceful. The journey goes through the heart of Makalu-Barun National Park, from lush green forests and waterfalls to high alpine valleys and glaciers. You’ll get to see rare and breathtaking views of Mt. Makalu, the fifth highest mountain in the world, along with Everest, Lhotse, and Baruntse from unique angles. The trail is rich in biodiversity, home to red pandas, Himalayan thars, colorful birds, and forests full of rhododendrons and medicinal plants. Along the way, you’ll also get to experience the simple and humble lifestyle of the local Rai, Sherpa, and Bhotiya communities, whose warm hospitality adds depth to the journey. With fewer trekkers on the trail, you’ll find a kind of silence and connection to nature that’s hard to get elsewhere.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guide and Porters insurance
First Aid Kits
All Fees and Taxes
Two way flight tickets from Kathmandu to Tumlintar is included .
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Maps
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Sleeping bags , trekking poles and crapoms is provided in request
Guide and Porter daily Allowances
Alcoholic Beverages
Bottled water is not included in the trek package. You can purchase it along the trail or refill at tea houses. We recommend carrying a refillable water bottle for sustainability.
Coffee and tea are not included in the package. They can be purchased separately at tea houses along the trail as per your preference.
Extra porter service available on request for carrying personal gear. Recommended for comfort. Each porter can carry up to 20–25 kg. Charges apply per day.
Personal Insurance of Guest
Private transportation is not included in the package. Local transport will be used as per the itinerary. Private vehicles can be arranged at extra cost if needed.
Visa Fee
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Tribhuvan Airport
Kathmandu Nepal
What To Expect
Day 1: Fly Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, Drive to Num (1,500m)
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Flight: 45 min Drive: 4-5 hours (off-road) Overnight: Teahouse
Day 2: Trek Num to Seduwa (1,500m)
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Steep descent to Arun River, then steep climb to Seduwa Trek: 5-6 hours Overnight: Teahouse
Day 3: Trek Seduwa to Tashigaon (2,100m)
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Gradual walk through farms and forests Trek: 4-5 hours Overnight: Teahouse
Day 4: Trek Tashigaon to Khongma Danda (3,500m)
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Long uphill through forest and meadows Trek: 6-7 hours Overnight: Basic lodge/Teahouse
Day 5: Acclimatization day at Khongma Danda
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Short hikes to nearby ridges for acclimatization Overnight: Teahouse
Day 6: Trek Khongma Danda to Dobate (3,650m)
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
DINNER
Dinner
LUNCH
Lunch
Makalu Barun National Park
Cross Shipton La (4,170m), Keke La (4,150m) passes Trek: 6-7 hours (hard day but beautiful) Overnight: Teahouse
Day 7: Trek Dobate to Yangri Kharka (3,557m)
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Through rhododendron forests and river valleys Trek: 5-6 hours Overnight: Teahouse
Day 8: Trek Yangri Kharka to Langmale Kharka (4,410m)
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Gradual ascent with stunning valley views Trek: 5-6 hours Overnight: Teahouse
Day 9: Trek Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp (4,870m)
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Climb to the base camp with incredible Himalayan views Trek: 6-7 hours Overnight: Basic lodge or tented
Day 10: Explore Makalu Base Camp
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Optional side hikes towards Barun Glacier Overnight: Teahouse or tented camp
Day 11: Trek Makalu Base Camp to Yangri Kharka
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Retrace steps down Trek: 7 hours Overnight: Teahouse
Day 12: Trek Yangri Kharka to Dobate
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Trek: 6-7 hours Overnight: Teahouse
Day 13: Trek Dobate to Khongma Danda
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Trek: 5-6 hours Overnight: Teahouse
Day 14: Trek Khongma Danda to Seduwa
Accommodations
Teahouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Long descent Trek: 6-7 hours Overnight: Teahouse
Day 15: Trek Seduwa to Num, drive back to Tumlingtar
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
DINNER
Dinner
Makalu Barun National Park
Trek: 4 hours, Drive: 4-5 hours Flight option: If timing matches, you can fly Tumlingtar to Kathmandu same day or next morning.
Options
Makalu Base Camp Trek
Pickup included
Makalu base camp Trek Summer
Duration: 15 days
3 times meal
Pickup included
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful natural trek
Go26125138636,
May 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00thank you bodhitree and entire team. thank you mr Raj, pujan , and David for making our stay in nepal amazing . thank you for taking us to entirely virgin natural trek. its totally quite and beautiful trek. our guide pujan and david were amazing. thank you very much. - i strongly recomment this company
Unforgettable Makalu Base Camp Trek with Bodhitree Tour and Trek
rosans256,
May 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an incredible experience trekking to Makalu Base Camp with Bodhitree Tour and Trek. The team was professional, well-organized, and truly passionate about showing the beauty and remoteness of this hidden gem in eastern Nepal. From the very beginning, everything was handled smoothly: from permits and logistics to accommodations and meals. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive to everyone’s needs, ensuring we stayed safe and motivated throughout the journey. Makalu itself is breathtaking: raw, untouched nature, towering peaks, and peaceful trails away from the usual crowds. If you’re looking for a more off-the-beaten-path Himalayan adventure, I would highly recommend this trek. Thank you for such a memorable and soulful experience!
Makalu Base camp trek
jurriaanh2025,
May 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a tantastic experience trekking with Bodhi Boutique Hotel with Pujan! Truly couldn’t be any better, except for the weather ;). The rooms in Bodhi Hotel are very nice to relax before and after your trek! Would definitely book again.
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