Makalu Expedition

Tour itinerary: Kathmandu

Lying just 14 miles east of Everest, Makalu’s 8,485m bulk straddles the border between the Khumbu region of Nepal and Tibet. A near-perfect pyramid structure, with four sharp ridges, Makalu is stark and stunning, presenting a tough challenge even for experienced mountaineers. Considered one of the more difficult of the 8,000ers, Makalu is famous for its steep pitches and knife-edged ridges that are exposed to the elements. It’s known for testing climbers’ endurance, and the final ascent of the summit pyramid requires technical rock and ice climbing skills. In short, this is not a mountain that you’d want to tackle unprepared. Marvel Treks and Expedition hugely experienced guiding team have summited Makalu many times between them. In 2017, they were in fact the only team to reach the summit. Extreme weather conditions pushed all the others attempting the peak to turn around, but thanks to careful preparation, and good decision making at key junctures, the Marvel Treks and Expedition team made it to the top and back again safely. Our guides aren’t just mountaineers, they’re highly trained in alpine rescue and recovery techniques. Several of our team have set records for performing rescues at extreme altitudes. This, combined with our intimate knowledge of the mountain, means you’ll be in the safest possible hands when taking on this tricky, technical climb. Marvel Treks and Expedition Makalu expedition takes 51 days, based on around 4-7 hours of climbing a day, with plenty of time baked in for rest stops and weather contingencies. The package includes the internal flights, climbing permits and all equipment and logistical costs bar your personal gear and insurance. Itinerary Day 01; Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to Hotel Day 02; Expedition preparation and trip briefing with Welcome dinner Day 03; Flight to Tumlingtar and drive to Num; Overstay night in Num village Day 04; Trek from Num to Seduwa Day 05; Trek from Seduwa to Tashi Gaon Day 06; Trek from Tashi Gaon to Kauma Day 07; Acclimatize day in Kauma; acclimatize hike in Kauma Day 08; Trek from Kauma to Khongma Day 09; Trek from Khongma to Mumbuk Day 10; Trek from Mumbuk to Neh Kharka Day 11; Trek from Neh Kharka to Sherson Day 12; Trek from Sherson to Makalu Base Camp Day 13-42; Climbing period for Makalu Day 43; Trek from Basecamp to Neh Kharka Day 44; Trek from Neh Kharka to Mumbuk Day 45; Trek from Mumbuk to Kauma Day 46; Trek from Kauma to Tashi Gaun Day 47; Trek from Tashi Gaun to Seduwa Day 48; Trek from Seduwa to Num and drive to Tumlingtar Day 49; Flight back to Kathmandu & transfer to Hotel Day 50; Leisure day in Kathmandu Day 51; Depart for the country of residence