One of the most popular trekking destinations among solitary trekkers, Makalu Base Camp offers an exceptional opportunity to explore high-altitude terrains, snow-clad landscapes, and ethnic Himalayan lifestyle.
Makalu is the fifth highest mountain in the world at 8481m amazing mind-blowing views of Khumbu region including Mt Everest, Kanchenjunga, and Makalu. Makalu Base Camp (MBC) lies in the Makalu Barun National Park where one can observe the unique ecosystem and rare wildlife in the world that includes Red Panda, Himalayan Thar, Lophophorus or also called Himalayan Peacock and the mysterious snow leopard etc.

The 22 days journey begins with an hour-long flight to Tumlingtar. You will start the trek from the Chichira. The lower region of the trail is renowned for their lushness with verdant rhododendron forests whereas the upper reaches of the trail comprises with polished granite cliffs capped by hanging glaciers, overflowing with waterfalls. Crossing over Shipton La Pass (4210 m) the trek goes into the upper Barun river valley for a closer view of Makalu and Chamlang Himal. The Makalu Base Camp (4870 m) offers a fantastic panoramic view of eastern Himalayas; Chamlang (7,319m), Peak 6 (6,739m), Peak 7 (6,105m) Makalu (8,463m), Everest & Kanchenjunga.

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The Langtang Region is high and wild that reflects the Tibetan highlands with tranquil rural landscapes that warm your heart. It is one of the most sought after trekking regions for those short on time and wants to do a short trek from Kathmandu into the Himalayas with a special interest in Tibetan lifestyles. The local folks residing the highlands of the Langtang region come from Tibetan roots. This region was once a prime route for trade & commerce with Tibet.

Embraced by the icy glaciers originated from the almighty Himalayas, Langtang region is also known as the Valley of Glaciers. Langtang Valley is literally surrounded by the mountain peaks of Langtang Lirung, Langtang Ri, Dorje Lakpa, Langshisa Ri and Langtang Himal, and this makes it a prime destination for hiking. During the trekking one can observe varieties of rhododendron, dense bamboo forests, dancing waterfalls and close up views of the snowcapped Himalayas which all combine to make Trekking the lovely Langtang Valley one of the most dissimilar treks that are so close to ancient Kathmandu.

Apart from the natural beauty, Langtang offers the best of the cultural mixture with the Himalayas. The Kyanjin Gompa is believed to be the oldest Buddhist monastery of this region. You can also visit a cheese factory and cheese produced from this factory is a well-known delicacy all over the country.

Your 17 days trekking adventure begins from Kathmandu at your arrival at International Airport. Then you will drive to Syabrubesi located on the banks of the Bhote Koshi River and begin the trek. You will hike through Kyanjin Gompa and then climb Tserko Ri the next day. Next, you continue trekking in the beautiful Langtang Valley and reach Gosaikunda. There you pass by a few more lakes on the route and cross the Laurebina Pass. Crossing the pass, your trail to Helambu region begins. Another highlight of our hike is to reach the top of Ama Yangri at 3,800m. The view of the Himalayas from the top of the hill tremendous and can only be matched by that of Poon Hill. You can see the Mt. Shishapangma and the Langtang ranges up close. Continue trekking in the Helambu region for a few more days and you’re your remarkable journey to the mountains with a drive to Kathmandu.

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