• Trip Code : NTE-MCT40
  • Trip Duration : 27 Days
  • Trip Level : Strenuous
  • Trip Max Altitude : 5750
  • Trip Start Location : Kathmandu
  • Trip End Location : Kathmandu
  • Trip Route : Tumlingtar-Seduwa-Dobato-Makalu Base Camp-Sherpani Col-Amphu Laptsa Pass-Kalapather-Namche-Lukla
  • Trip Best Season : March-April & August-November

Trip Highlights

⦁    See Everest from a unique angle, it’s eastern Kangshung face
⦁    Gain views of eastern Nepal, as far away as Kangchenjunga
⦁    Pass from green terraced farmland to glaciers and waterfalls
⦁    Witness the rural life of Nepal’s distinct Rai and Sherpa culture
⦁    Spot some of the rarest wildlife in Nepal, including the Red Panda
⦁    Makalu Barun National Park.
⦁    Adventure camping hikes to Makalu Base Camp.
⦁    Nepal's most remote and unspoiled trekking destination


Trip Information

The amazing Makalu Circuit trek is one of the well-known treks in the pristine Himalayan landscapes in Nepal. Although the trekking trail is quite challenging, the awe-inspiriting views of the stunning Himalayas giants such as; the Kanchenjunga, Everest, Makalu, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyo, Lhotse, Baruntse, Pumori, Thamserku, and many other peaks makes this trek one of the best trekking experiences in your life. The Manaslu Circuit trek will surely fulfill your desire of adventure by offering these amazing passes namely Sherpani Col (6110m), West Col (6140m) and Amphu Laptsha (5850m) during your trail. We will begin our trek after explorations of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley. You will discover the Pashupatinath Temple, Swyambhunath temples, Buddhnath Stupa, and Royal Kathmandu Durbar Square. 
The amazing flight takes us to the beauty of Tumlingtar, after our breakfast and hotel checkout at Kathmandu. Appalling views of the snow-capped peaks resting below during the flight is the sweet beginning of our Makalu Circuit trek. As we reach to Tumlingtar, we will officially begin our trekking with the stunning views of the Himalayas. In the beginning, we will trek through genital trail and the trail goes through the agricultural farmlands, rhododendron forests and charming traditional villages such as; Khandbari, Chichila, Mudhe, Seduwa and many more. We will continue mostly gradual ascend trails onwards Makalu Base Camp, Swiss Base Camp, Sherpani Col Base Camp then to Mt. Baruntse Base Camp followed by adventurous high passes. During our trekking trail, we will also get chances to encounter with the different ethnic people and observe their unique culture and traditions is really rewarding. After exploration of major highlights of Makalu Circuit trek, 

 


Short Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival at TIA International Airport Kathmandu (1350m) & Transfer to the Hotel.
  • Day 2 - Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour.
  • Day 3 - Kathmandu to Tumlingtar flight and trek to Khandbari. 1040m (4/5 hrs).
  • Day 4 - Trek from Khandbari to Chichila. 1980m (5/6 hrs).
  • Day 5 - Trek from Chichila to Mudhe. 1945m (5/6 hrs).
  • Day 6 - Trek from Mudhe to Seduwa. 1500m (5/6 hrs).
  • Day 7 - Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaun. 2100m (5/6 hrs).
  • Day 8 - Trek .from Tashigaun to Khongma. 3500m (6/7 hrs)
  • Day 9 - Trek from Khongma to Mumbuk. 3540m (6/7 hrs) via Shipton La.
  • Day 10 - Trek from Mumbuk to Nele Kharka. 3700m (6/7 hrs).
  • Day 11 - Rest Day at Nele Kharka.
  • Day 12 - Trek from Nele Kharka to Merek. 4340m (5/6 hrs).
  • Day 13 - Trek from Merek to Makalu Base Camp. 5000m (5/6 hrs).
  • Day 14 - French Camp Acclimatization.
  • Day 15 - East Col Camp.
  • Day 16 - Trek to Baruntse Base Camp via Sherpani Col. 5700m (7/8 hrs).
  • Day 17 - Trek from Baruntse Base Camp to Seto Pokhari.
  • Day 18 - Trek from Seto Pokhari to Amphu Laptsa High Camp. 5400m (6/7 hrs).
  • Day 19 - Cross Amphu Laptsa pass (5851m) and trek to Imja Valley. 5100m (6/7 hrs).
  • Day 20 - Trek to Lobuche via Kongma La pass. 4940m (6/7 hrs).
  • Day 21 - Trek from Lobuche to EBC and Gorakshep. 5450m (5/6 hrs).
  • Day 22 - Early morning hike to Kalapatthar and trek to Pheriche. 4371m (5/6 hrs).
  • Day 23 - Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar. 3440m (5/6 hrs).
  • Day 24 - Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla. 2860m (6/7 hrs).
  • Day 25 -  Flight Lukla to Kathmandu and back to the hotel in Kathmandu.
  • Day 26 - Explore Local market rest day at Kathmandu.
  • Day 27 - Final Departure.
  1. Day 1 Arrival at TIA International Airport Kathmandu (1350m) & Transfer to the Hotel.

    ⦁    As you arrive at the airport in Kathmandu.
    ⦁    Our representative welcomes you and drops to the hotel 
    ⦁    Rest and relax. 
    ⦁    Enjoy welcome dinner.
    ⦁    Overnight at the hotel. 

    Hotel/Private Vehicle
     

  2. Day 2 Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour.

    ⦁    Early morning breakfast.
    ⦁    You can visit the world heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley with our guide.
    ⦁    Explore Pashupatinath Temple, Syambhunath temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square.
    ⦁    Prepare all the essential factors needed for the further trek
    ⦁    Overnight at hotel.

    Hotel/Breakfast/Private Vehicle
     

  3. Day 3 Kathmandu to Tumlingtar flight and trek to Khandbari. 1040m (4/5 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast.
    ⦁    Take a domestic scenic flight to Tumlingtar.
    ⦁    Enjoy aerial views of breathtaking snow-capped Mountains such as; Ganesh Himal to Mt. Everest, Makalu, and Mt. Kanchenjunga during the flight.
    ⦁    Drive to Khandbari, a small Gurung village. 
    ⦁    Overnight at Khandbari.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  4. Day 4 Trek from Khandbari to Chichila. 1980m (5/6 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast.
    ⦁    Continue trek towards Chichila by passing Mane Bhanjyang. 
    ⦁    A quiet and slow-paced walk through the beautiful and picturesque villages and lush mountain forests.
    ⦁    Reach to the beautiful Chichila village and explore this beautiful village.
    ⦁    Encounter with the village people.
    ⦁    Stay overnight over there.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  5. Day 5 Trek from Chichila to Mudhe. 1945m (5/6 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    As we continue our trek, we will get an impressive view of the Makalu. 
    ⦁    Continue trek through the village of Kuwapani and crossDaju La Pass 2100.  
    ⦁    Continue to walk descend through the steep section of the forest to reach the large village of Mudhe. 
    ⦁    Stay overnight at Mudhe.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  6. Day 6 Trek from Mudhe to Seduwa. 1500m (5/6 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    Continue trail by gently descending down to reach the Arun Nadi. 
    ⦁    Enjoy crossing a suspension bridge.
    ⦁    Climb up following a dense forest towards a large trading village of Seduwa. 
    ⦁    Register trekking permit at the National Park office at Seduwa. 
    ⦁    Stay overnight at Seduwa.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  7. Day 7 Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaun. 2100m (5/6 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast.
    ⦁    Continue trek, a short and pleasant walk about 3-4 hours to Tashi Gaun.
    ⦁    Cross a small village of Narbugaun and continue to trek through the hillside by following quiet villages.
    ⦁    Further trek through the hillsides forest and cultivated fields.
    ⦁    Reach the exotic village of Tashi Gaun.
    ⦁    Overnight at Tashi Gaun. 

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  8. Day 8 Trek .from Tashigaun to Khongma. 3500m (6/7 hrs)

    ⦁    Morning breakfast.
    ⦁    Continue trek bypassing the human settlement.
    ⦁    The way may be a bit tough today.
    ⦁    Walk on a steep trail in higher elevations. 
    ⦁    Trek through the refreshing, beautiful shade of the rhododendron oak forest, then leaving the dense forest.  
    ⦁    The trail of Kharka is steeper. 
    ⦁    This finally follows a series of rough stone stairs and small lakes ascending to the top of the ridge.
    ⦁    Trek a short distance towards Khongma Danda. 
    ⦁    Overnight at Khongma Danda.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  9. Day 9 Trek from Khongma to Mumbuk. 3540m (6/7 hrs) via Shipton La.

    ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    we continue our trek by crossing Khongma La Pass with the magnificent views of Makalu, Chamlang, Baruntse, Kanchenjunga, and Jannu.
    ⦁    Further climb leads us to the Tutu-La Pass and descends to a large lake – Kalo Pokhari. 
    ⦁    Further, ascend towards Shipton La Pass and enjoy magnificent views of Chamlang range and Tibet to the north.
    ⦁    Continue a steep and rocky descend from the top of the pass and reach to the campsite of Mumbuk. 
    ⦁    Stay overnight at Mumbuk.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  10. Day 10 Trek from Mumbuk to Nele Kharka. 3700m (6/7 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    Continue trek through descending downhill to reach Barun Nadi.
    ⦁    Climb up along the steep hillside and follow lose the ground trail.
    ⦁    After a few hours of walking takes us to the Nele Kharka. 
    ⦁    Stay overnight at Mumbuk.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  11. Day 11 Rest Day at Nele Kharka.

    ⦁    Today is our rest day at Nele Kharka. 
    ⦁    Stroll around the Kharka Village and meet with the People.
    ⦁    Make a short hike for splendid views.
    ⦁    Be prepared for the next day trek.
    ⦁    Stay overnight at Nele Kharka.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  12. Day 12 Trek from Nele Kharka to Merek. 4340m (5/6 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    Continue trek from Nele Kharka, 
    ⦁    walk through easy trail and cross the Barun Nadi. 
    ⦁    The further trek will cross to the grassy fields of Yangri Kharka.
    ⦁    Follow the trail passing through rhododendron, pine and fir filled forest towards Langmale Kharka. 
    ⦁    Continue trail through the ancient lateral moraine through which Barun Nadi flows. 
    ⦁    Enjoy exploring glacial lake to the left.
    ⦁    Further, an easy trail takes you to Merek.
    ⦁    Stay overnight at Merek.

    Tented Camp/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  13. Day 13 Trek from Merek to Makalu Base Camp. 5000m (5/6 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    Continue trek by following the right trail and climb up to moraines. 
    ⦁    Enjoy the stunning views from the top.
    ⦁    After exploration, you will descend gradually and cross a small bridge.
    ⦁    The further trek will follow the stone huts of Makalu Base Camp.
    ⦁    As you reach the Makalu Base Camp, enjoy the best mountain views.
    ⦁    Stay overnight at Makalu Base Camp.

    Tented Camp/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  14. Day 14 French Camp Acclimatization.

    ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    Continue trek from the Makalu Base Camp and pass the famous Hillary Base Camp.
    ⦁    Further, walk along a smaller trail on the south side of Barun Glacier Valley and reach to the French Camp. 
    ⦁    Stay overnight at French Camp.

    Tented Camp/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  15. Day 15 East Col Camp.

    ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    Continue trail and climbs towards a steep boulder-filled gully. 
    ⦁    Further, ascend trail will leads us to East Col Base Camp at the snout of a glacier.
    ⦁    Stay overnight at East Col Camp.

    Tented Camp/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  16. Day 16 Trek to Baruntse Base Camp via Sherpani Col. 5700m (7/8 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    Begin trek and leave East Col Camp.
    ⦁    Continue trek and cross the challenging pass Sherpani Col. 
    ⦁    Follow the trail by the side of the glacier and climb towards the prayer flags.
    ⦁    The route is quite tough so it requires a fixed rope and hand lines to reach the top of the Sherpani Col.
    ⦁    Start to descend down to West Barun Glacier and further trek will leads you to camping site at Baruntse Base Camp. 
    ⦁    Stay overnight Baruntse Base Camp.

    Tented Camp/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  17. Day 17 Trek from Baruntse Base Camp to Seto Pokhari.

    ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    Continue trek towards Seto Pokhari by following the Peak 41 and Hunku Peak.
    ⦁    The further trail goes lower regions of Seto Pokhari. 
    ⦁    Stay overnight at Seto Pokhari.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  18. Day 18 Trek from Seto Pokhari to Amphu Laptsa High Camp. 5400m (6/7 hrs).

    ⦁    Early morning breakfast and departure
    ⦁    Continue hike along the rugged moraine way onwards Imja Valley.
    ⦁    Enjoy with the panoramic views of the high Himalayan peaks including Lhotse and Everest toward on the north-west.
    ⦁    As you reach to Amphu Laptsa base camp, explore the camp.
    ⦁    Stay overnight at Amphu Laptsa High Camp.

    Tented Camp/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  19. Day 19 Cross Amphu Laptsa pass (5851m) and trek to Imja Valley. 5100m (6/7 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    Continue trek and cross a most dangerous pass in Nepal.
    ⦁    Be careful while climbing.
    ⦁    The climb includes icy slopes and snow-covered trails.
    ⦁    We need full climbing equipment’s during your trek. 
    ⦁    As you reach to the top again you will descend downhill following the steep rocky trail passing through Amphu Laptsa Glacier and towards Imja Valley. 
    ⦁    Stay overnight at Imja Valley.

    Tented Camp/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  20. Day 20 Trek to Lobuche via Kongma La pass. 4940m (6/7 hrs).

     ⦁    Morning breakfast and departure.
    ⦁    Continue trek through the Imja Valley by following Chukung.
    ⦁    The further trek will follow the route to Kongma La Pass. 
    ⦁    After crossing the Kongma La Pass, we further trek ahead and reach to Lobuche. 
    ⦁    Stay overnight at Lobuche

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  21. Day 21 Trek from Lobuche to EBC and Gorakshep. 5450m (5/6 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast.
    ⦁    Continue trek almost 2 hours to reach Gorkshep, at the altitude of 5,160m.
    ⦁    Enjoy beautiful views of Mt. Everest, Pumori, and other so many Himalayan ranges. 
    ⦁    At Gorkshep, take lunch and continue trek Everest Base Camp.
    ⦁    Trek around 4 hours to reach Everest Base Camp.
    ⦁    Enjoy the spectacular views of the Khumbu Icefall from the world-renowned Mt. Everest Base Camp. 
    ⦁    Overnight at Base Camp.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  22. Day 22 Early morning hike to Kalapatthar and trek to Pheriche. 4371m (5/6 hrs).

    ⦁    Trek early in the morning around 4 hours before having breakfast. 
    ⦁    Ascend around 2 hours with a stunning view of Mt. Everest and Pumori to reach Kalapathar.
    ⦁    Enjoy the hilarious views of the Mt. Everest behind it. 
    ⦁    See the phenomenal sunrise from the Kalapathar. 
    ⦁    Trek back to Pheriche.
    ⦁    Stay overnight in the Pheriche. 

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  23. Day 23 Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar. 3440m (5/6 hrs).

    ⦁    Early morning breakfast.
    ⦁    Your trek destination starts from the Friche to Namche Bazaar. 
    ⦁    Cross the forests of blue pine and beautiful red rhododendron.
    ⦁    Reach to Namche Bazaar 
    ⦁    Overnight at Namche Bazaar.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  24. Day 24 Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla. 2860m (6/7 hrs).

    ⦁    Morning breakfast
    ⦁    Trek back to Lukla from Namche Bazaar through the rocky terrain.
    ⦁    Trek downhill alongside the Dudh Koshi River. 
    ⦁    Cross several beautiful suspension bridges
    ⦁    Explore the several monasteries and village and reach Lukla. 
    ⦁    Enjoy the best Himalayan drinks and local wine with wonderful local foods. 
    ⦁    Overnight in Lukla.

    Guest House/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Private Vehicle

  25. Day 25  Flight Lukla to Kathmandu and back to the hotel in Kathmandu.

    ⦁    Morning breakfast.
    ⦁    Take a flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla after our long trek in the mountains. 
    ⦁    Enjoy the scenic mountain flight after the wonderful trekking experience
    ⦁    Take a rest and relax in the hotel.
    ⦁    Take a rest and enjoy the images which were captured during the trek.

    Hotel/breakfast/Private Vehicle
     

  26. Day 26 Explore Local market rest day at Kathmandu.

    ⦁    Early morning breakfast.
    ⦁    You can visit the world heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley.
    ⦁    You can do some souvenir shopping in the vibrant Thamel if you want.
    ⦁    Enjoy farewell dinner in the evening to celebrate the successful completion of our journey.
    ⦁    Overnight at hotel.

    Hotel/breakfast/Private Vehicle

  27. Day 27 Final Departure.

    ⦁    Hotel breakfast and check out
    ⦁    Airport transfer 3 hours before departure

    breakfast/Private Vehicle

Price Includes

  •  Arrival and departure airport transfer
  • Standard hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and on Twin share with breakfast
  • Welcome dinner with cultural program
  • Full day guided cultural tour in Kathmandu with heritage entrance permit
  • Teahouse / lodge accommodation while on trek on twin share
  • Full board meals while on Makalu Region Trek
  • Properly boiled drinking water, tea and coffee
  • Makalu Region trekking permit 
  • Kathmandu-Tumlingtar- Lukla-Kathmandu domestic airfare with airport tax
  • Private transportationwhile in kathmandu
  • Free use of trekking gears like sleeping bag, down jacket, liner, trekking poles etc
  • Complementary trek duffle bag and T- shirt to every trekkers
  • Medical trained experienced trekking guide with first aid kit
  • Trek Sherpa and porters with all their gear, wages and insurance etc.
  • A Kathmandu city map and Makalu region trekking map
  • Comprehensive pre departure and trip mustang trek

Price Does not Include

Trekking equipment and clothing needed for this trek

Clothing for Kathmandu: - Informal clothing is all that is required. Remember to dress in a modest fashion. Light clothing is usually all that will be required for most of the year. During the winter months, December to February, it will be chilly in the early mornings and evenings. A warm fleece or similar jacket will be required. Do bring along a swimming costume as our hotel in Kathmandu has a swimming pool.

General Gears you need During Trekking: -

  • 4 seasons Sleeping bag (we provide one if you need but is to be returned after the trek)
  • Duffel bag or Rucksack (70-80 liters) (we can provide one)
  • Down Jacket (we provide one if you need one but is to be returned after the trek)
  • Daypack (25-30 liters)
  • Socks: 4 pairs of liner socks, synthetic or capilene, 3 pairs heavy weight socks (woolen) to be worn over liner socks
  • Trekking Boots: 1 pair light trekking shoes or sneakers. Good for around the camp/lodges and in Kathmandu. Remember it is your feet that will be doing all the work. We recommend a good quality boot with a hard lug-cleated sole. Boots should be sturdy enough to tackle rough terrain. For this trek a mid-weight leather or Gore-Tex/Cardura style is an excellent choice. If you are buying boots for your trek, make absolutely sure that they are well broken in before leaving home.
  • Gaiters (seasonal): 1 pair hiking gaiters, good for keeping dust and rocks out of your shoes / boots as well as keep your feet dry as necessary. Highly recommended for keeping snow from getting inside your boots. They will also help keep the bottom of trousers clean on muddy trails. They can be bought cheaply in Kathmandu.
  • Sandals (optional): A pair of running shoes or sandals will be very useful for wearing around the lodge after the day’s trekking.

Lower Body: -

  • Hiking Shorts (2): Quick drying type, not cotton!
  • Trekking Pants (2), preferably that zip on/off at the knees so they double as shorts
  • Lightweight underwear – capilene or other synthetic.
  • Soft shell pants – synthetic, full zip from top and bottom preferable.
  • Hard shell pants. Waterproof / breathable, Gore-Tex or equivalent is best. Should zip from the top and bottom – this makes it easier to put on over boots without getting undressed should the weather change once you are underway for the day.
  • Cotton pants or (loose jeans/khakis).

Upper Core Body

  • T-Shirts
    For lower altitudes and on warm days a baggy cotton T-shirt or cotton shirt is a practical item. Highly recommended are synthetic T shirt styles that wick away moisture from the body. They are particular useful above 2500m when, even on warm days, you chill quickly when stopping for rests.
  • Thermal Underwear
    Synthetic polypropylene long johns and long sleeved vests are essential for trips departing November through March. Highly recommended for other months. They also make ideal sleeping gear.
  • Waterproof Jacket. Quality waterproof clothing is essential. A proofed nylon or Gore-Tex jacket with hood is required. Ensure that it is about mid-thigh length, with large pockets and has a full-length zipLight and expedition weight thermal tops.
  • Fleece jacket or pullover.
  • Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional).
  • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket.
  • 2 women sports bras, Synthetic
  • Swimsuit for women (optional)
  • 1 pair liner gloves, thin wool or synthetic, useful alone on mild days or as a layer inside other gloves / mitts for additional warmth.
  • 1 pair warm gloves (heavier fleece or wool).
  • 1 pair shell gloves or mitts; Gore-Tex is preferred for keeping hands dry.
  • Instant hand warmers are always nice in a pinch, but really shouldn’t be necessary on the trek. Bringing appropriate hand protection as recommended above, should be sufficient (optional).
  • Shade hat or baseball cap – some people drape a bandana down the back of their head and then put a baseball cap on to hold it is place. This can be a flexible alternative while keeping the sun off your ears and neck.
  • Warm wool Hat or synthetic hat that covers your ears.
  • Balaclava – lightweight, thinner variety.
  • Glacier glasses-100% UV protection with side shields and a hard-sided storage case (i.e. Julbo or Cebe). This is to protect your eyes from the stronger rays of the sun due to the thinner atmosphere which can cause a painful condition known as snow blindness. Regular sunglasses are not sufficient. If you wear prescription glasses, speak to your doctor about prescription glacier glasses, perhaps with transitional lenses.
  • Headlamp: Black Diamond and Petzl both make several good ones. Make sure to bring extra batteries and that they are lithium batteries so that they will last in the colder temperatures. These are indispensable for getting around at night, reading, etc. so, don’t go cheap here.
  • Ear Muffs (optional): Some people like ear-muffs; These are optional; a good hat, balaclava, and hooded jacket should really be sufficient, but this is a personal choice for some people.
  • A neck warmer (optional): is another piece of gear for extra warmth if you feel you will need it

Medicines and First Aid Kits
Please note our guide will also carry the first aid kit bag during the trek. However, we still recommend you to bring your personal first aid kit as well.

  • Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude related headaches.
  • Ibuprofen for general aches and pains.
  • Immodium or Pepto bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea.
  • Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness. Please discuss with us before starting to take this medicine.
  • 1 small personal sized first-aid kit with blister treatments such as mole skin, band-aids, some waterproof tape, anti-infection ointments, etc. Your guides will have more extensive medical gear, but you should have the basics for general use.

Toiletries and personal Hygiene

  • Quick drying towel (medium sized)
  • Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
  • Multipurpose soap/handwash
  • Deodorants
  • Nail clippers
  • Face and body moisturizer
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Small mirror
  • Wet wipes
  • Sanitizers

Miscellaneous, but essential!

  • Valid Passport
  • Passport size photos (2 + copies).
  • Airline ticket (Please make a copy and provide us one just in case if you need to change the date of your flight).
  • Luggage Locks (2)
  • 2 strong plastic garbage bags (for laundry and in case of rain) Refillable water bottle
    Durable wallet / pouch for travel documents, money & passport.
  • Lip balm. At least SPF 20, 2 sticks. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck and some are now being sold with a cord already attached. Handy as it avoids you from having to stop and look for it.
  • Sunscreen. SPF 40 is recommended and should be relatively new since it loses its’ effectiveness over time.
  • Pocket knife or small Swiss Army type.
  • Water purification Iodine tablets or Polar-pure crystals.
  • 2 bandanas.

Optional (Luxuries)

  • 1 pair adjustable trekking poles. Although these are listed as optional, these can be of great assistance to people who may think of themselves and generally clumsy or with bad knees, ankles, etc, especially when going downhill
  • Favorite snack foods, no more than 2 pounds
  • Reading materials, games (cards, chess, backgammon, scrabble, etc) music and chargers (there are a couple of stops where you could recharge. Avoid players with moving hardware as it may not function. Remember, keep these items light weight
  • Binoculars
  • Camera, film/memory cards, spare batteries (you must keep the batteries warm when not in use)
  • Voltage converter (from 220 to 110)
  • Trail Map/Guide book
  • Journal & Pen, Pencils and small notebooks
  • Extra contacts or glasses
  • Pillow case (if use lodge provided pillows) or can use your own stuff sacks as pillow(s)
  • Sleeping bag liner
  • Hydration bladder with drinking tube and tube insulator
  • A pee bottle for men and pee funnel for woman to avoid that chilly late night trip
  • 1 small stainless steel thermos

 

 

The price per person for the Small group Journey is fixed as stated below. There is also the option of private and tailor made journey best suited for you, your family and friends. The discount is subjected to increase with the number of people in your group. Bigger the group better the discount so group bookings are highly encouraged. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Note:- Above mention information is just the guide line and a standard template of what we provide. The trip can be customize at your request to accommodate your specific require programmed the timeframe for the trip.

Trip Note:- During the trip you might face different different problems such as weather, local politics , transport or a multitude of other factor that are beyond our control could bring change in the programmed. However every unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially atered,  if alternative way is necessary, then the tour leader will take decision that the best alternative option. We try to make understand everything clear that we can to minimize its effect but we can not ensure unseen result of changes or delays.

Flight delay in Kathmandu-Tumlingtar-Kathmandu

Tumlingtar airport is located on a wonderful valley surrounded by high mountains. Due to this reason to landing and taking off those airport is considered be difficult and techinical issue. The weather in the areas unpredictable and likely to change every few hours resulting  the flight might delay or cancellation in mountain weather condition is always changable we could not ensure even the weather forecast could not get right information.

Domestic Airlines

Nepal Domestic aircraft are Twin Otter and Dornier planes are the primary mode of transport service to and from the airstrip at Tumlingtar. In mountain range flight is fairly depandable in weather condition however if the flight are cancelled due to weather condition to lukla, from kathmandu, to jomsom and from Pokhara we also can help you charter a helicopter to ensure you are on schedule for your trip and to catch International flight connections. The extra charges incurred are approximately couple of thousand USD 500-2500 per person would be applicable to you for the charter a helicopter. Normally Helicopter takes 4-6 people at a time and cost can be shared amongst the passangers. The heelicopter charge must be paid by the participant, which can later be submitted for reimbursement through travel insurance company. We can aslo help you with the necessary documents for a claim. Payment must be pait at the time service used by the passengers by USD cash or credit card, visa card, master card, american express are accepted for the helicopter trensport service. For the payment from any card require 4% bank service charge which goes directly to the bank.
Helicopter can fly in the visibility is 1500 meter, while the twin otter and dornier planes can fly if the visibility is 5000 meter or more as per the Nepal civil avation rules. If weqather condition is extrime or poor visibility than 1500m  helicopter are also not operated. Also situation keeps on getting repeated for many days then you would be provide with alternative option for the trek and tour.

Why this trip make different ?

Nepal Travel Expedition work closedy with One of the main supporters Charity service in Nepal. And contribute 10% of the tour cost for Ophan Childrens (sherpa Outdoor Foundation) We support then in many different ways.

Donation and Charity !
Nepal Travel Expedition donate 10% of its annual revenue to Sherpa Outdoor Foundation Orphan Children Home Which is Located Lalitpur one can visit while you are in Nepal after or before the trip.  We support Childrens for Food, School, Clothes, Medicine also supporting stationary materials to Government School which is located at Lamjung district trying to build liberary for them where they could find different book to read. For this project we are trying  to collect donation.

Sponsorship and Partnership (volunteering programmed)

One of of the mazor activities of Sherpa outdoor Children home in Lalitpur is fully conducted and collebrate with Nepal Travel Expedition and sister concern organization Nepal wildlife safari. The Volunteering concern programmed delivered by Nepal Travel Expedition and Sherpa Outdoor Foundation aim to mobilize team of exports and interested individuals as an economic measure in providing human capital for education, health, community to share teaching skill various Government school in different part of country and community to delivered humanity skills also in our children home.
 

Why this trip make different?

Nepal Travel Expedition works closely with One of the main supporter's Charity service in Nepal. And contribute 10% of the tour cost for Orphan Childrens (sherpa Outdoor Foundation) We support them in many different ways.

Donation and Charity!

Nepal Travel Expedition donates 10% of its annual revenue to Sherpa Outdoor Foundation Orphan Children Home Which is Located in Lalitpur one can visit while you are in Nepal after or before the trip.  We support Children's for Food, School, Clothes, Medicine also supporting stationery materials to Government School which is located at Lamjung district trying to build a library for them where they could find a different book to read. For this project, we are trying to collect donations.

Sponsorship and Partnership (volunteering programmed)

One of the major activities of Sherpa outdoor Children home in Lalitpur is fully conducted and collaborate with Nepal Travel Expedition and sister concern organization Nepal wildlife safari. The Volunteering concern programmed delivered by Nepal Travel Expedition and Sherpa Outdoor Foundation aims to mobilize a team of experts and interested individuals as an economic measure in providing human capital for education, health, community to share teaching skill various Government school in a different part of the country and community to delivered humanity skills also in our children home.

 

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