Makalu Expedition
Joint Makalu Expedition
fixed Depature Date: Sep 04, 2012
Height: 8463m.
Latitude: 27º 53’ 23”
Longitude: 87º 05’ 20”
Trip Duration: 55 Days
Normal Ascent Route: North West Ridge
Grade: Mountaineering
Caravan Route: Ktm. - Tumlingtar - Chichila - Tashi Gaun - Merak - Makalu BC.
Mt. Makalu is world's fifth highest mountain in the world rising to 8,463 meters and it located east to Mt. Everest, just distance of 14 miles. Its size alone is impressive and its perfect pyramid shaped structure with four sharp ridges makes this mountain more spectacular. Makalu has proved to be a challenging climb, which is considered one of the most difficult mountains in the world for climb. The mountain is notorious for its steep pitches and knife-edged ridges that are completely open to the elements. The final ascent of the summit pyramid involves technical rock climbing.
This expedition trip begins from Kathmandu and flight intoTimlingtar. It will take 9/10 days to reach in Base Camp and all the international climbers assemble in the base camp situated at the altitude of 4870m. Himalayan Yetiland Treks provides all necessary infrastructures to assist you in your summit attempt in Makalu. We will do the necessary paperwork for expedition permit organize all accommodation before and after expedition. We organize camp facilities, transport loads, stock and set up high camps, fix ropes, provide food, high altitude food, high quality tents, porters, professional Climbing Sherpas, oxygen, satellite telephone, Wake Talkie set, as well advice and assistance as per needed during the expedition.
Makalu Expedition Itinerary:
Hotel/ Lodges/ Camping
49 Days Trek/Climbing
Grade: Mountaineering
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 49 Nights lodge/Camping
Season: Makalu Expedition 2012 Autumn
04 - Sep 2012 Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
05 - Sep 2012 Day 02: Preparation for Expedition.
06 - Sep 2012 Day 03: Briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
07 - Sep 2012 Day 04: Kathmandu – Tumlingtar 285m. by flight.
08 - Sep 2012 Day 05: Tumlingtar – Kuwapani 1430m.
09 - Sep 2012 Day 06: Kuwapani – Chichira 1980m.
10 - Sep 2012 Day 07: Chichila – Num 1891m.
11 - Sep 2012 Day 08: Num – Seduwa 1500m.
12 - Sep 2012 Day 09: Seduwa – Tashi Gaun 2100m.
13 - Sep 2012 Day 10: Tashi Gaun – Khongma La (Danda) 3760m.
14 - Sep 2012 Day 11: Khongmadanda – Mumphuk.
15 - Sep 2012 Day 12: Mumhuk –Yangle Kharak.
16 - Sep 2012 Day 13: Yangle Khark – Merak.
17 - Sep 2012 Day 14: Merak –Hillary Base Camp 4800m.
18 - Sep 2012 Day 15: Sersung – Makalu Base Camp 4870m.
19 - Sep - 20 Oct 2012 Day 16-47: Climbing Period for Makalu 8463m.
21 - Oct 2012 Day 48: Makalu BC – Mumbuck.
22 - Oct 2012 Day 49: Mumbuck – Khongma La (Danda).
23 - Oct 2012 Day 50: Khongma La – Seduwa.
24 - Oct 2012 Day 51: Seduwa – Chichila.
25 - Oct 2012 Day 52: Chichila – Tumlingtar, overnight at tented Camp.
26 - Oct 2012 Day 53: Tumlingtar – Kathmandu by flight then transfer to Hotel.
27 - Oct 2012 Day 54: Free in Kathmandu.
28 - Oct 2012 Day 55: Transfer to airport for onward journey.
Service up to Base Camp on group joining basis: USD 8,100 Per Person.
Climbing Sherpa: Per Sherpa US $ 2600 (if required by climber)
Service Includes up to Base Camp
* All land transportation by Car, Van, Hiace or, tourist Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up & drop).
* 5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast plan.
* Schedule flight Kathmandu/Tumlingtar/Kathmandu for member, Liaison officer & Expedition staffs.
* Transport of food supply & expedition equipments to Base Camp & back.
* Full board in lodges during trekking to base camp & back.
* Base Camp single sleeping tent & Mattress for each member, BC staffs & Liaison Officer.
* All kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tent, table, chairs & cooking utensils for BC.
* Food and fuel at Base Camp.
* Service of Government Liaison Officer.
* Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base Camp.
* Equipments allowance, daily wages of cook, kitchen boys & Liaison officer.
* Insurance of cook, kitchen boy, Liaison Office
Expedition Cost: Service up to summit: USD 16,100 Per Person.
Expedition service up to Summit:
* All land transportation by Car, Van, Hiace or, tourist Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up & drop).
* 5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast plan (before & after expedition).
* Schedule flight KTM/Biratnagar/Tumlingtar/KTM for member, Liaison officer & Expedition staffs. Itinerary A
* Schedule flight KTM/Tumlingtar/KTM for member, Liaison officer & Expedition staffs. Itinerary B
* Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp & back.
* Full board in lodges during trekking to base camp and back.
* All kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tent, table, chairs, cooking utensils for BC.
* Base Camp single sleeping tent & Mattress for each member, BC staffs & Liaison Officer.
* Food and fuel at Base Camp.
* Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base Camp.
* Service of Government Liaison Officer.
* Equipments allowance, wages of cook, kitchen boys & Liaison officer.
* Insurance of cook, kitchen boy, Liaison Officer & porters.
* Peak Permit fee of Mt. Makalu.
* Makalu-Barun National Park and Conservation Area entrance fee.
* One high altitude Sherpa per climber to carry all food and gear to higher camps.
* 4 oxygen bottles (4 lts) per member with mask and regulator (for use only) " Poisk oxygen system".
* Common climbing equipment (necessary rope, ice bars, ice screws, etc).
* Common climbing equipment such as ropes, ice screws, ice bar, pitons, etc.
* Walkie-talkies for each member base unit at Base Camp.
* High altitude food.
* High altitude fuel.
* High altitude tents.
* 2 Expedition duffel bag for each member.
* Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light and charging.
* Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use.
* Emergency medical oxygen at Base Camp.
* Visa extension fee.
* Agency service charge.
Service does not includes:
* International airfare from/to your country.
* Nepal entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
* Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
* Hotel after 5 night stay in Kathmandu.
* Personal climbing gear and equipment above Base Camp.
* Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation & lost luggage.
* Applicable permit fees and customs charges and commercial filming.
* Oxygen & Mask and regulator (will be provided as per request).
* Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc.
* Tips and bonuses.
* Garbage deposit fee.
