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Makalu Expedition

Makalu Expedition

  •   Nepal
  •   Mountaineering
  •   Challenging
  •   58 Day
  •   8,485 meters
Makalu Expedition
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Makalu Expedition Overview

Location: Eastern Nepal (Himalayas)
Height: 8,485 meters (5th highest in the world)
Difficulty: Extremely challenging (technical climbing & remote)
Best Season: April–May (Spring) & September–October (Autumn)
Duration: 50–60 days (including trekking & acclimatization)

Trip Facts

  • Activities

    Mountaineering

  • Starting Price

    Start Spring: USD 15000 Autumn: USD 17,800 Winter: USD 30,500 Per person

  • Accommodation

    Camping

  • Max. Altitude

    8,485 meters

  • Best Season

    Autumn (September–November)

  • Trip Hours/Day

    5-6 Hours

  • Trip Grade

    Challenging

  • Group Size

    2-15

Highlights & Attractions

  • 5th Highest Peak in the World – A major achievement for mountaineers.
  • Remote & Less Crowded – Fewer climbers compared to Everest or K2.
  • Stunning Scenery – Views of Everest, Lhotse, and Kanchenjunga.
  • Technical Climbing – Involves steep ice walls, rock sections, and high-altitude challenges.
  • Makalu Barun National Park – Rich biodiversity, rare wildlife, and pristine landscapes.

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  • Trip Itinerary
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  • Trip Notes
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Trip Itinerary

  • Phase 1:: Arrival & Preparation (Kathmandu) – Days 1–4
    Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu, visa processing, gear check.
    Day 2–3: Briefing at Nepal Mountaineering Association, final preparations.
    Day 4: Fly to Tumlingtar (460m), drive to Chichila (1,980m).
  • Phase 2:: Trek to Makalu Base Camp (Days 5–15)
    Day 5–12: Trek through Num, Seduwa, Tashi Gaon, Khongma Danda (3,500m).
    Day 13–15: Acclimatization at Makalu Base Camp (4,800m).
  • Phase 3: : Climbing Period (Days 16–50)
    Day 16–20: Set up higher camps (Camp 1 at 5,800m, Camp 2 at 6,400m).
    Day 21–40: Rotations for acclimatization, fixing ropes, pushing to Camp 3 (7,400m).
    Day 41–45: Weather window wait for summit push.
    Day 46–48: Summit attempt (8,485m). Day 49–50: Descend to Base Camp.
  • Phase 4: Return to Kathmandu (Days 51–55)
    Day 51–53: Trek back to Tumlingtar.
    Day 54: Fly to Kathmandu.
    Day 55: Debriefing & celebration.

Package Includes

  • Expedition Logistics & Permits
  • Guide & Support Team
  • Accommodation & Meals
  • .Oxygen & Medical Support
  • Transportation & Flights
  • Training & Acclimatization
  • Equipment & Gear Support

Package Excludes

  • International flights & Nepal visa
  • Personal climbing gear (down suit, boots, harness – ~$10,000–$20,000)
  • Travel insurance (mandatory, ~$2,000+
  • Tips for staff (~$500–$1,000)
  • Extra oxygen bottles ($800 each if needed beyond provided quota)
  • Any other services which are not mentioned in the “Service Includes”.
  • Kathmandu accommodation

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