Arrival in Kathmandu 1400m/4594ft.

One of our agents will meet you upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. You will be escorted to your hotel for the night by him. We will give you information about the walk on the first day.

Trek Preparation and Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour

Exploring the Kathmandu Valley’s world heritage monuments, including as Pasupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Kathmandu Darbar Square.

Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar then drive to Chichira 1980m/6496ft.

After taking a plane from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, we drive through Hururu in a jeep to reach Num.

Trek to Sedua (1460m) Duration: 5 hrs

We proceed through Lumbang’s cornfields, following the trail that descends sharply from Num. The trail descends sharply through the jungle below the hamlet to a suspension bridge that spans the Arun River (660 m).

We cross a field of corn and buckwheat after making a sharp ascent from the bridge to a rudimentary tea establishment. We make the lengthy, steep, and difficult climb up to Sedua, following the stony road through little terraces studded with barley and corn.

Trek to Tashigaou (2070m) Duration: 6-7 hrs

As we leave Sedua, we gradually ascend to Gyang (1770m), which is located far above the Kasuwa Khola.

Hiking up beyond the Gyang school, the route leads to Hindrungma village and Rupisa over terraced fields and wooded regions. We pass through meadows and multiple streams on the way, and eventually ascend to the Sherpa settlement of Tashi Gaon.

Trek to Kauma Danda (3470m) Duration: 6 hrs

We cross the ridge and head up through the woodlands to a brook and then onto another crest with a little campground. After leveling out, the trail climbs to the Chipla shepherd’s cabin, which is perched atop another ridge. After ascending past two minor streams, we retrace our steps up the ridge through trees, reaching a kharka at 2900 meters. From there, we ascend to a saddle and Unshisha, a small meadow at about 330 meters.

At this point, the route merges with the ridge dividing the Kasuwa and Iswa drainages. The slope steepens and becomes a set of stone steps covered in moss that lead to Dhara Kharka, the meadow at the top of the ridge. After that, we cross a ridge and make a small descent to get to Kauma.

Trek to Dobato (3800m) Duration: 7 hrs

We travel through Kauma today and spend some time climbing difficult slopes. With a big mani wall draped with prayer flags, we ascend less steeply through woods of rhododendron to the top of the slope.

Peaks 6 and 7 as well as Chamlang are magnificently visible from this location. We hike up a stone stairway after a while along the ridge. The trail passes by several false summits before diverging to a little lake off the crest.

To reach the Kekela Pass (4127 m), we ease our way up a short, rocky ravine. After leaving the pass, we travel by a lake before making a sharp ascent through big rocks to reach the 4230-meter-high Shipton La pass. After dropping another 150 meters or so, we reach a level area surrounded by sporadic rhododendron forests. After making one more descent through a fir and rhododendron woodland, one will arrive at Dobato nighttime.

Trek to Nhe Kharka (3000m) Duration: 7 hrs

We go down a roughly 500-meter-long stream that down a steep ravine. Next, we head left along the Barun Valley’s edge through forests of fir trees.

We take an unclear track that crosses a 200-meter-long region of sliding before continuing along the river to a Kharka. We travel to Yangle Kharka over birch and scrub rhododendron trees.

From Yangle Kharka, we climb until we reach Nhe Kharka by finally crossing to the north side of the Barun Khola.

On the southern edge of the valley, there’s a little Gompa with fantastic views of the mountains.

Acclimatization day

We hike Shiva and Parvati Cave today, our acclimatization day, from which we can enjoy breathtaking views of Peak 3 and Peak 7, as well as the colorful Barun Valley.

Trek to Langma Le (4400 M) Duration: 6 hrs

We continue along the north bank of the Barun Khola after crossing the Nhe Kharka. The river then curves north, and we pass a little wooden bridge before it.

The walls of the Barun Valley rise almost steeply from 1500 to 2000 meters above the river, forming a massive S-curve; nonetheless, the trail climbs gently as we get closer to Ripok Kharka. However, the trail heads westward on the north side of the Barun, departing from the rhododendron trees and entering the alpine tundra.

The route passes over a stony crest with a few goths above Ripok Kharka and then climbs beside a moraine created by the Barun Glacier.

Although Makalu is not yet visible, there are outstanding views of Pyramid Peak, Peak 4, Chamlang, Peak 3, and Peak 5.

The glacier turns slightly north as we pass a ridge. We hike to the Langma Le for the night halt after entering an alluvial valley.

Trek to Makalu Base Camp (5000m) and explore Hillary Camp, Duration: 7 hrs

From Langma-le, we trek to the Sherson Kharka; we stay to the right in a gully on the east side of the valley. It is a gradual ascent to a minor pass about 100 meters above Makalu Base Camp.

We then descend to a stream, cross on boulders to the base camp on the west bank of the river.

From here, we get terrific views of the south face of Makalu. The large buttress of the south face rises across from the base camp. An ascent of this buttress yields views of Peaks 6, 7, and Baruntse (7220 m); Everest and Lhotse complete the panorama.

Hike to Makalu View Point (5700m) and return to base camp, 6-7 hours

We will climb to the Makalu View Point this morning after an early breakfast to enjoy the fantastic views of Mt. Makalu, Barunste, Lhoste, Mount Everest, and many other mountains. Furthermore, the entire Makalu Glacier is visible.

Trek back to Nhe Kharka (3000m). Duration: 6-7 hrs

We take a detour today and head back towards Nhe Kharka across the Barun Valley.

Trek back to Dobato (3800m) Duration: 5 hrs

Including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, spend the night at guesthouses.

Trek to Dhad Kharka (2200m) Duration: 7 hrs

We climb across Shipton La, 4230 Pass, and Kekela Pass (4127 m) on our way to the Dhad Kharka today.

Trek to Sedua (1460m) Duration: 6-7 hrs

Trek through Tashi Gaun to Seduwa village. Including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, spend the night at guesthouses.

Back to Tumlingtar (460m) Duration: 4 hours walk and 6 hours drive

We hike to the Arun River, drive to Timlintar, and then climb to Cham-la Kharka. We travel sixty-one kilometers in a private jeep.

Fly back to Kathmandu

Wonderful picturesque flight back to Kathmandu, followed by a hotel transfer.

Leisure day

You can choose to explore or relax during the day in Kathmandu.

Farewell/Departure

You will be picked up at the airport by a Nepal Hiking Team representative around three hours prior to the scheduled flight.