White Himalayan Adventure Treks

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LOCATION Makalu
DURATION 50 Days
Difficulty Level Adventurous
ARRIVAL ON Kathmandu Nepal
DEPARTURE FROM Kathmandu Nepal
MAX ALTITUDE 8463m
GROUP SIZE 2-10
MEAL All inclusive
ACCOMMODATION Hotel/Lodge/Camping
BEST SEASONS Autumn/Spring

Makalu Expedition

Mt. Makalu, 8481 m, the fifth highest peak in the world lies at the border of Nepal and Tibet; the autonomous state of China. Residing in the Mahalangur range in the Sankhuwasabha district, Mt Makalu is only 19km away from  Mt. Everest. Mt. Makalu is an isolated peak with a unique pyramid shape formed by the sharp ridges from all four sides widely known for the same.

The first ascent to this extremely appealing peak was made on 15th May 1955 by Jean Couzy and Lionel Terray of the French Expedition. They climbed up via the saddle between the Makalu Peak and Kang Chun Tse (the subsidiary peak of Makalu) from the Northeast Ridge, which is still the standard route for climbing Mt. Makalu. However, many climbers have ascended via the Southeast Ridge and South and West Pillar as well.

Among the 8000 peaks around the world, Mt. Makalu is considered to be one of the most difficult peaks which demands a lot of strength, experience, and mountaineering skills. The steep pitches and sharp ridges are highly exposed posing quite a huge amount of risks to climbers. Proper acclimatization and high experience are crucial during this expedition to Makalu. Due to the technicalities involved in climbing, four higher camps are set up above the base camp in Makalu Expedition. Our guides and climbing Sherpas will set up properly fixed ropes throughout to help you climb up easily and safely.

The route to Mt. Makalu passes through the remote and isolated parts of Makalu Barun valley with exceptional natural beauty. One can observe the undisturbed and rare mountain ecosystems in the Barun Valley. The exotic views of waterfalls falling into deep gorges, rocks rising behind the dense forests, the blooming of colorful flowers and vegetation are comparable to none. Therefore, the overall trip is one package of adventure, peacefulness, and tranquility away from the regular chaos of life.

Best season for Makalu Expedition

The best seasons for the Makalu Expedition are Autumn and Spring that fall in the months of September to November and March to May when the weather is clear and more predictable. The trekking trail is amazingly attractive with blossoms of flowers, blooming of Rhododendron, mild heat, and cold temperatures. However, you may plan your trip for any time of the year. White Himalayan Adventure will craft the perfect travel plan for you in any season that favors you.

Itinerary

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Inclusions


Includes
  • Arrival and departure transfer services to and from the both domestic and international flight as per itinerary.
  • Assistance at the international airport by White Himalayan Adventure Treks team while arriving and departing in Kathmandu.
  • Tourist standard category hotel accommodation as per itinerary in Kathmandu on B/B plan,twin sharing basis. (Private room accommodation can be organized at an extra cost)
  • Schedule Flight Tickets for Kathmandu-Tumlingtar-Kathmandu sector to all climbing members, Sherpa guide, liaison officer and other staffs.
  • Per person 15 Kg(2 pieces) domestic flight luggage charge .
  • One Experienced, Trained, Government Licensed climbing guide with required number of assistant guide and other staff.
  • All trekking and mountaineering equipment such as kitchen tent, stores tent, dining tents, toilet tents, tables, chairs, and cooking utensils for advance base camp and camp II.
  • Common climbing equipment (necessary fixed and main rope, ice bars, ice screws, snow bar etc)
  • 3 meals a day: Breakfasts, lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee available at the tea house/hotel/lodge during the trekking.
  • 3 fresh meals a day: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be served at the advanced base camp.
  • All food and fuel for base camp and the higher camps during the expedition for both members and crew.
  • 50kg baggage allowance per person during the trekking period, this will be carried by porters.
  • Trekking Permit (Makalu Barun National Park entry fee).
  • TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System).
  • Expedition Royalty and climbing permit of Nepal Government to climb Mt. Makalu (8485M).
  • Nepalese Government Royalty and fees.
  • All wages, equipment, medical and accidental Insurances for all involved staffs in trekking and expedition.
  • Equipment allowances and wages for climbing Sherpa and other staffs.
  • Equipment allowances and wages for government liaison officer.
  • First aid medical kits for the group and the staff.
  • An appropriate amount of food for high altitude and at base camp and above as required.
  • Required fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period.
  • All tents for camp 1, 2, 3 and 4 for members and staff.
  • Sherpas tents, food for climbing, and insurance for staff.
  • Helicopter rescue insurance for high altitude climbing Sherpa guide.
  • Free assistance service for cargo clearance and duties.
  • Fresh cooked food and kitchen will be provided at camp II.
  • Trekking and Climbing map of Mount Makalu.
  • EPI Cooking gas, the stove will be provided in camps one, three and south col for cooking food, boiling water.
  • The generator will be providing for back- up of lighting power and charging electronic tools.
  • Our service charge and Government Taxes levied in Nepal.
  • Complete pre-departure information
  • Flight ticket reconfirmation
  • Visa extension procedure services (if necessary)
Excludes
  • Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
  • Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria-bars during the trekking.
  • Items of personal nature, laundry expenses, tips.
  • Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations like natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in government regulations, etc.
  • Extra transportation then displayed in the itinerary program.
  • Any additional staff other than specified.
  • Rescue, repatriation, medicines, medical tests and hospitalization expenses.
  • Medical Insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.
  • Travel insurance and helicopter rescue.
  • Walkie-talkies
  • Filming permit.
  • Personal climbing gears.
  • Expenses incurred towards usage of landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies, satellite phone, and internet expenses
  • Clothing, packing items or bags, personal medical kit, camera/video fees or trekking gear.
  • Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods.
  • Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa Guides as per Mountaineering Association rules. Minimum $1000.00USD per climbing Sherpa guide.
  • Tips and gifts for base camp and high altitude trekking and climbing staff.
  • Airfare of international flights.
  • Nepal entry visa fee (Visa issuance on arrival in Kathmandu)
  • Any extra services or products or offers or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary.

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