Makalu-Barun National Park, a virtually uninhabited 1500-km2 area of Eastern Nepal, is very close to virgin wilderness. This remote terrain stretches east from Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park, between the high plateau of Tibet and the deep subtropical gorge carved by the Arun River. There are spectacular views of rugged Himalayan peaks, including Mt. Makalu (8463m), fifth highest in the world, Mt. Chamlang (7319 m) and Mt. Baruntse (7129m). Within 40 kms, these high peaks descend to the Arun river at 670m.The Makalu-Barun Valley provides stunning contrasts, where high waterfalls cascade into deep gorges, craggy rocks rise from lush green forests, and colorful flowers bloom beneath white snow peaks.
This unique landscape shelters some of the last pristine mountain ecosystems on earth. Rare species of animals and plants flourish in diverse climates and habitats, relatively undisturbed by mankind. Over 3000 species of flowering plants, 440 species of birds, and 75 species of mammals, including the endangered Clouded Leopard, Red Panda and Musk Deer, have been recorded. This remarkable biodiversity is considered to be of global significance, and provides a living laboratory for international scientific research. The Barun Valley is part of a huge international protected area under an agreement between Nepal and China. The trek crosses several high passes as it climbs into the remote Barun Valley at the foot of Makalu, the world's fifth highest mountain, providing a splendid venue for more adventurous nature lovers. If you are looking to combine some serious flora and fauna with some strenuous hiking are also available in this area.
Detail itinerary Program
Day 01
Arrival in Kathmandu 1300m
Day 02
free day in Kathmandu
Day 03
Flight to Tumlingtar and start trek to Khandbari (1040m – 4hrs). Camp
Day 04
Trek to Chichila (1,830m) (5/6 hrs). Camp
Day 05
Trek to Num (1,490m) (5 hrs). Camp
Day 06
Trek to Seduwa (1,460m) (5/6 hrs). Camp
Day 07
Trek to Tashi Gaon (2,070m) (5 hrs). Camp
Day 08
Trek to Kauma (3,470m). Camp
Day 09
Rest / Exploration day at Kauma. Camp.
Day 10
Trek to Mumbuk (3,570m) (5 hrs). Camp
Day 11
Trek to Nhe Kharka (3,000m) (6 hrs). Camp
Day 12
Trek to Sherson (4,615m) (7 hrs). Camp
Day 13
Trek to Makalu Base Camp (5,000m) (4/5 hrs). Camp
Day 14
Explore the Makalu Base Camp.
Day 15
Trek to Hillary Base Camp.
Day 16
Trek to High Camp.
Day 17
Exploration / Rest day.
Day 18
Heading towards Sherpani Col (20,127 ft / 6,135 m), and Baruntse Base Camp
Day 19
Trek to West Col (20,154 ft / 6,143 m), cross. Camp
Day 20
Trek to Panch Pokhari. Camp
Day 21
To Amphu Lapcha (19,193 ft / 5,850m), cross. Camp
Day 22
Trek to Chukung (4,730m) (6 hrs). Camp
Day 23
Trek to Dengboche (4,380m) (5 hrs). Camp
Day 24
Trek to Tengboche to (3,860m) (4 hrs). Camp
Day 25
Trek to Namche Bazar (3,440m) (4 hrs). Camp
Day 26
Rest / Exploration day at Namche. Camp
Day 27
Trek to Phakding, continue to Lukla (2,840m) (6 hrs). Camp
Day 28
Flight: Lukla - Kathmandu. Hotel Overnight
Day 29
Free day in Kathmandu
Day 30
Transfer to airport 3 hours before your plane leaving.
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Makalu-Barun National Park, a virtually uninhabited 1500-km2 area of Eastern Nepal, is very close to virgin wilderness. This remote terrain stretches east from Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park, between the high plateau of Tibet and the deep subtropical gorge carved by the Arun River. There are spectacular views of rugged Himalayan peaks, including Mt. Makalu (8463m), fifth highest in the world, Mt. Chamlang (7319 m) and Mt. Baruntse (7129m). Within 40 kms, these high peaks descend to the Arun river at 670m.The Makalu-Barun Valley provides stunning contrasts, where high waterfalls cascade into deep gorges, craggy rocks rise from lush green forests, and colorful flowers bloom beneath white snow peaks.
