Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,345m):
Meet our team at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Evening welcome dinner and trek briefing.

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Trek Preparation:
Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites and finalize trekking permits and equipment.

Day 3: Fly to Tumlingtar, drive to Num (1,560m):
Scenic flight to Tumlingtar in eastern Nepal, followed by a drive to the trailhead at Num.

Day 4: Trek from Num to Seduwa (1,500m, 5-6 hours):
Trek through lush forests and terraced fields of Num village with views of distant peaks and descend steeply to the Arun River, then climb through tropical forests to Seduwa.

Day 5: Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaon (2,100m, 5-6 hours):
Trek through forested hills and small villages to Tashigaon, the last permanent settlement on the route.

Day 6: Trek from Tashigaoon to Khongma Danda (3,500m, 5-6 hours):
A challenging ascent through dense forests to Khongma Danda, offering alpine scenery

Day 7: Acclimatization in Khongma Danda (3,500m):

A Rest Day for acclimatization enjoying the stone stairs and rhododendron bushes.

Day 8: Trek from Khongma Danda to Dobate (3068m, 6-7 hours):
Today you’ll cross four high passes with stunning views: starting with Khongma La (3,890m) after rhododendron climbs, then descending briefly before ascending Sano Pokhari Danda (4,105m) overlooking Sano Pokhari Lake. Next is Shipton La (4,200m), marked by a mani wall and cairn, followed by a descent to prayer-flag-adorned Kalo Pokhari Lake (4,080m). The final pass is Keke La (4,170m).

Day 9: Trek from Dobate to Yangri Kharka (3,500m, 5-6 hours):
We descend through rhododendron and pine forests to Themathang Kharka (3,500m), passing a waterfall and crossing the Baron Khola before continuing to overnight at Yangri Kharka meadows.

Day 10: Trek from Yangri Kharka to Langmale Kharka (4,410m, 5-6 hours):
Enjoy a gentle riverside walk scented with juniper and lined with colorful prayer flags, surrounded by towering peaks like Peak 4, 6, 7, and Yaupa. After 2.5 hours, the trail widens past Jhak Kharka, Yak Kharka, and Merek, where a tea house awaits. From Merek, it’s a two-hour trek to Langmale, with Peak 7 and a mani wall enhancing the stunning lodge views. Ascend gradually through yak pastures and glacial valleys with stunning mountain views.

Day 11: Trek from Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp (4,870m, 5-6 hours):
Ascending with the river on your left, mostly on a sandy trail with some boulder steps, enjoying views of Peak 4. After a few hours, you reach Shershong (4,630m), a spacious campsite with a stone shelter and stunning Makalu views. Shortly after, you’ll descend, cross the river, and arrive at Makalu Base Camp, where Tibetan snow cocks and other alpine birds are often seen beneath the towering peak.

Day 12: Exploration Day at Makalu Base Camp (4,870m):
Full day to explore the base camp area and surrounding ridges for panoramic Himalayan views.

Day 13: Trek from Makalu Base Camp to Yangri(3,557m, 7-8 hours):

Trek back to Shershong meadow in about 1.5 hours, then continue to Langmale for tea or lunch. After a 1.15-hour walk, you’ll reach Merek tea house—perfect for a rest—before a 2 to 3-hour trek through pine forests back to Yangri Kharka.

Day 14 : Trek from Yangri Kharka to Dobate (3068m, 6-7 hours):

A gentle walk along the river through rhododendron shrubs to Themathang in 1.5 hours, followed by a landslide area crossing and an undulating trail. A final uphill through rhododendron forest leads to the tea house at Dobate..

Day 15: Trek from Dobate to Danda Kharka (2900m, 6-7 hours):
Today offers your final mountain views, including Kangchenjunga, as you ascend to Keke La (1.5 hrs), then Shipton La (1.5 hrs), and Sano Pokhari Danda (1 hr). After an hour of undulating trail, you reach Khongma La (3,890m) before descending to Khongma and continuing for two hours down to Danda Kharka, watching for rare blood pheasants along the way.

Day 16: Trek from Danda Kharka to Seduwa (1500m, 7-8 hours):
You’ll make a steep three-hour descent from Danda Kharka to Tashi Gaun through rhododendron forests and meadows. From there, the trail passes terraced farms, exits Makalu-Barun National Park, descends the Barun River, and winds through bamboo and rhododendron forests to Seduwa for the night.

Day 17: Trek from Seduwa to Num and drive to Tumlingtar (410m):
Descend steep stone stairs to the Arun River, then climb back up through forests to Num. From there, enjoy a scenic drive to Tumlingtar, passing hillside villages, terraced farms, and mountain views—marking the successful completion of your challenging Makalu Base Camp Trek.

Day 18: Flight from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu (1400m):

Scenic flight back to Kathmandu with free time to relax.

Day 19: Departure:
Farewell and Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.