The Makalu Base Camp Trek offers you off-beaten paths that are relatively quieter and solitary. The toughest and most thrilling route is popular for them who want to explore isolated areas of the Himalayan culture and learn about the ethnic Himalayan lifestyle and culture of people living in high altitudes. The trekking route is famous for its fine-looking scenery of rarest flora and fauna all the way and attention-grabbing views of tallest mountains including Mt. Everest.

The Makalu Base Camp Trek begins from Tumlingtar crossing Makalu Barun National Park, Arun river valley to reach Base Camp (5,250 m). The Barun Valley is a huge protected area under the agreements between the governments of Nepal and China. The region includes 2,330 sq. km of National Park and 830 sq. km of the conservation area in Nepal alone. The Makalu Barun National Park is home to more than 3,000 species of flowering plants, 440 species of birds and about more than 70 species of mammals. Along the trip to Makalu Base Camp, Barun Glacier, the south face of Makalu (8,481 m), Mt Everest, Baruntse (7,129 m), Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586 m) and Lhotse (8,516 m) and much other Himalayan range would be the attractions. There would be enough time to explore the Lakes and Glaciers around Makalu Base Camp.

The trial route takes you to an altitude of 4,870m at Makalu Base Camp. The trekking route has a little bit of gripping and breathtaking moments so; trekker must not underestimate their protections and safety. People with normal health conditions and having physical fitness are highly encouraged. You can try even without your previous experience of mountain climbing.

When is the best season to Makalu Base Camp Trek?

The preferable season to Makalu Base Camp trek would be in late February to March and September to December. In those days temperature would be moderate and climate would be favorable. The summer season will be not as good as these days have heavy rainfall and route become muddy and slippery.