Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

Participants arrive in Kathmandu. Our team will greet you at the airport and manage your transfer to the hotel. Passports will be collected for processing the climbing permit

• Transport: Private minibus
• Meals: Lunch (not included), Dinner (not included)
• Accommodation: Hotel

Days 2 & 3: Kathmandu Preparation Days

Expedition briefing with the team leader regarding required equipment. If needed, additional gear can be purchased in the mountaineering shops around Thamel. Meanwhile, our local staff will handle administrative formalities and finalize climbing permits.

• Meals: Breakfast at the hotel; Lunch & Dinner not included
• Accommodation: Hotel

Day 4: Flight kathmandu to Tumlingtar and drive to Num

Morning flight to Tumlingtar offers spectacular views of the Nepal Himalayas, including Langtang, Rolwaling, and the distant Khumbu peaks. Upon landing, our private vehicle will transfer us to Num, a village overlooking the Arun River and the starting point of our trek.

• Transport: Flight + Private vehicle
• Duration: 1-hour flight; approx. 3-hour drive
• Altitude: 1490 m
• Meals: Breakfast at the hotel, Picnic lunch, Dinner at the lodge
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 5: Trek Num to Arun River To Seduwa

The trail follows a descending route toward the Arun River. After leaving the vehicle behind, we continue on foot with our porters. We cross a suspension bridge and climb steadily to Seduwa, a charming village with traditional lowland houses.

• Trek Duration: 5 hours
• Elevation Gain/Loss: +950 m / -235 m
• Altitude: 1600 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 6: Trek Seduwa to Tashi Gaon To Sadema

We trek through bamboo, birch, and rhododendron forest, contouring above the valley. After passing Tashi Gaon— the final permanent settlement in the Arun Valley— the trail climbs in switchbacks to the Sadema pasture.

• Trek Duration: 6 hours
• Elevation Gain/Loss: +750 m / -180 m
• Altitude: 2135 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 7: Trek Sadema To Kongma Kharka

A long, steady ascent. The forest gradually thins, revealing increasingly impressive high-mountain scenery. In some seasons, the rhododendrons may still be blooming.

• Trek Duration: 6 hours
• Elevation Gain: +1100 m
• Altitude: 3470 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 8: Trek Kongma Kharka To Shipton La to Keke La to Mumbuk To Dobato

A stunning day crossing the Shipton La Pass (4,217 m) through rhododendron forests. We ascend a ridge with spectacular views of Chamlang and Makalu. After crossing several passes—Ghungru La (4,050 m) and Keke La (4,180 m)—we descend gradually to the Mumbuk pastures and continue to Dobato.

• Trek Duration: 6 hours
• Elevation Gain/Loss: +950 m / -630 m
• Altitude: 3800 m (high point 4217 m)
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 9: Trek Dobato to Yangle Kharka

The path traverses steep slopes above the Arun basin and can be narrow and exposed. After crossing a forest and navigating sections affected by landslides, we reach Phemathang Kharka for lunch. A new wooden bridge leads us across the Barun Khola before continuing to Yangle Kharka, a settlement of a few wooden lodges.

• Trek Duration: 5 hours
• Elevation Gain/Loss: +400 m / -600 m
• Altitude: 3650 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 10: Acclimatization Day In Yangle Day In Yangle Kharka

A full rest day to help our bodies acclimatize to altitude.

• Altitude: 3650 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner  
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 11: Trek Yangle Kharka to Barun Glacier To langmale kharka

We follow the left bank of the river on a temporary trail shaped by past mudslides. After rejoining the original path, we enter a pine forest with beautiful views of the glacial valleys of Peaks 6 and 7. A gentle ascent brings us to Merek, then across the new riverbed formed by landslide debris, before climbing to Langmale Kharka.

• Trek Duration: 5 hours
• Elevation Gain/Loss: +800 m / -35 m
• Altitude: 4300 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 12: Trek langmale to Hillary Base camp

We cross the Langmale pastures and follow the moraine on the west side of the Barun Glacier. At Shershong, we turn toward a pass that offers the first breathtaking view of Makalu’s massive south face. We contour along the moraine before descending to cross the river and reach Hillary Base Camp. Optional afternoon hike to a nearby moraine lake and prayer-flag hill.

• Accommodation: Lodge
• Trek Duration: 4 hours
• Elevation Gain/Loss: +520 m / -100 m
• Altitude: 4870 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner

Days 13 & 14: Acclimatization at Hillary base camp

Two full days dedicated to acclimatization, including an ascent of Makalu Pattar (5,795 m) for exceptional panoramic views, including the north face of Everest. Return to camp for rest.

• Trek Duration: 4 hours
• Elevation Gain/Loss: +925 m / -925 m
• Altitude: Base Camp 4870 m / Makalu Pattar 5795 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 15: Ascent to advanced Base Camp (True makalu Base Camp )

We follow cairns through lateral moraines and across the Barun Glacier. After passing below the dramatic west pillar of Makalu below, we ascend scree slopes toward the northwest couloir and arrive at Advanced Base Camp (ABC).

• Trek Duration: 7 hours
• Elevation Gain: +820 m
• Altitude: 5690 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Tent

Days 16–30: Ascent of Makalu II / Kangchungste

A 14-day climbing window is allocated for summit attempts. Key stages include:

ABC (5690 m) → Camp 1 (6165 m): ~6 hours

Gentle ascent through the northwest couloir. One acclimatization night.

• Camp 1 → Camp 2 (6600 m): 3–4 hours Steeper terrain with crevasses and short 45° ice sections. Fixed ropes on difficult sections.
• Camp 2 → Camp 3 (7500 m): 8–9 hours. The technical crux (AD+), features 50–55° slopes, mixed terrain, and fixed ropes. Camp located just above Makalu La. One acclimatization night, then return to ABC for rest.
• Camp 3 → Summit (7678 m) → Camp 2: 7–8 hours. Straightforward climb along the north-northwest ridge. Return via the same route with multiple rappels.

Day 31: Trek Hillary Base camp To Marek

We begin our descent, now faster and easier due to improved acclimatization.

• Duration: 6 hours
• Altitude: 4100 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 32: Trek Marek to Mumbuk to Dobato

• Duration: 6 hours
• Altitude: 3800 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 33: Trek Dobato to Sadema

• Duration: 6 hours
• Altitude: 2135 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 34: Trek Sadema to num

• Duration: 6 hours
• Altitude: 1490 m
• Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner
• Accommodation: Lodge

Day 35: Transfer Num to Tumlingtar

Drive back to Tumlingtar.

• Transport: Private vehicle
• Duration: 4 hours
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at camp, Dinner
• Accommodation: Hotel

Day 36: Flight Tumlingtar to kathmandu

Return flight to Kathmandu (1 hour).

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner not included
• Accommodation: Hotel

Day 37: Free Day in kathmandu

A full day for independent sightseeing, shopping, or relaxation.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner not included
• Accommodation: Hotel

Day 38: International Departure

Transfer to the airport for your international flight back home, depending on your schedule.

• Meals: Breakfast, other meals not included
• Accommodation: Overnight flight

Airport Transfers : Airport Transfers : Private vehicle transfers between Tribhuvan International Airport and your hotel on arrival and departure.

Kathmandu Accommodation : Kathmandu Accommodation :

Four nights in a single room at a four-star hotel on a bed-and-breakfast basis, as stated in the existing package.

Welcome Dinner : Welcome Dinner :

One welcome dinner at a tourist-standard restaurant in Kathmandu with the Alpinist Club team.

Domestic Flights : Domestic Flights : Kathmandu–Tumlingtar and Tumlingtar–Kathmandu flights, subject to the final confirmed package.

Ground Transportation : Ground Transportation : Private vehicle transfers are required by the confirmed itinerary.

Trekking Accommodation : Trekking Accommodation : Lodge accommodation during the approach trek, where available, and camping accommodation where required.

Member Baggage : Member Baggage : Up to 40 kg per member for personal baggage carried by porters or pack animals, subject to route logistics and confirmed baggage arrangements.

Expedition Equipment Transport : Expedition Equipment Transport : Transport of the agreed group expedition equipment between Kathmandu, Tumlingtar, the approach route, and base camp.

Climbing Permit : Climbing Permit : Applicable Makalu II climbing permit.

Trekking Permits : Trekking Permits : Required trekking and conservation-area permits for the confirmed route.

Government Liaison Officer : Government Liaison Officer : Government-licensed liaison officer, including the applicable salary, equipment, and accommodation.

Garbage Management : Garbage Management : Applicable expedition waste-management and garbage-deposit fees.

Alpinist Club Duffle Bag : Alpinist Club Duffle Bag : One expedition duffel bag per member.

Meals During the Trek : Meals During the Trek : Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trekking stages, according to the confirmed itinerary.

Base Camp Meals : Base Camp Meals : Meals prepared by the expedition kitchen team during the base-camp period.

Base Camp Kitchen Team : Base Camp Kitchen Team : Experienced cook and kitchen assistants as required by the operating plan.

Porters and Support Staff : Porters and Support Staff : Agreed porters and local staff for transporting expedition equipment and supporting base-camp operations.

Staff Insurance : Staff Insurance : Medical and emergency-rescue insurance for the Nepalese staff included in the expedition contract.

Base Camp Accommodation : Base Camp Accommodation : Individual sleeping tent, mattress, and pillow for each member.

Base Camp Facilities : Base Camp Facilities : Dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, shower tent, staff accommodation, storage tents, tables, chairs, and cooking equipment as specified in the package.

Power Supply : Power Supply : Solar power and/or generator support for agreed lighting and charging facilities at base camp.

High-Camp Accommodation : High-Camp Accommodation : Shared high-altitude tents, planned at approximately two climbers per tent, subject to final logistics.

High-Camp Supplies : High-Camp Supplies : Agreed tents, cooking equipment, fuel, food supplies, and group climbing equipment for the designated high camps.

Fixed-Rope Support : Fixed-Rope Support : Route preparation and fixed-rope support during the climbing period, subject to mountain conditions and the final climbing plan.

Climbing Sherpa : Climbing Sherpa : One high-altitude climbing Sherpa per member (1:1 ratio), as stated in the existing package, for the contracted climbing services.

Sherpa Equipment and Allowances : Sherpa Equipment and Allowances :

Oxygen bottles will be in stock at base camp in case of an emergency (with an appropriate charge).

Climbing Support : Climbing Support : Assistance with carrying agreed climbing equipment to high camps and during climbing rotations.

Training : Training : Base-camp instruction on the use of climbing equipment and oxygen systems, if these services are confirmed in the final package.

Weather Forecast : Weather Forecast : Expedition weather information during the climbing period.

Communication : Communication : Expedition radios and satellite-phone access for emergency and operational communication, subject to the package's usage conditions.

Medical Kit : Medical Kit : Expedition medical supplies for members and staff.

Summit Certificate: : Summit Certificate: : Makalu II climbing certificate, subject to the operator's certificate policy and the relevant summit verification.

Air fare :

International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).

Nepal entry visa fee :

The Nepalese Visa fee is $ 125 USD for 90 Days.

Kathmandu Meals : Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu, except the included welcome dinner and any other meals explicitly listed.

Extra Accommodation : Additional hotel nights caused by early arrival, late departure, itinerary changes, flight cancellations, or an early return from the expedition, unless otherwise agreed.

Personal Expenses : Telephone calls, internet, laundry, toiletries, battery charging, hot showers where charged, snacks, and personal purchases.

Personal Climbing Equipment : Clothing, boots, harness, helmet, crampons, ice axe, sleeping bag, down suit, gloves, goggles, and other personal trekking and mountaineering gear.

Personal Medical Supplies: : Individual medication and personal first-aid items.

Personal Travel and Mountaineering Insurance : Each member must arrange insurance covering high-altitude mountaineering up to at least 7,678 m, emergency evacuation, medical treatment, trip cancellation, interruption, and repatriation

Summit Bonus : The high-altitude Sherpa summit bonus 1200 USd

Oxygen and Personal Oxygen Equipment : Summit oxygen cylinders, masks, regulators, and personal oxygen use unless explicitly included in the confirmed package. Emergency oxygen held at base camp should not be represented as included summit oxygen.

Additional Services : - Any service, item, or activity not expressly included in the confirmed itinerary and package inclusions.