Mt. Makalu 8463m. Expedition

Spring/Autumn
Tumlingtar & Hile, Exit: Tumlingtar
International Makalu Expedition Fixed Departure
Spring 2013     Spring 2012

Height: Makalu 8,463m.
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, the world's fifth highest peak in the world rising to 27,765 feet (8,463 meters). This beautiful and impressive massive is situated just 14 miles east of Everest region. Its size alone is impressive, but its perfect pyramid structure with four sharp ridges makes this mountain all the more spectacular. Makalu is actually a double peak. The subsidary peak rising just north of the main summit connected by a saddle is called Chomolonzo (25,650 ft.) It is interesting to note that the summit ridge is the demarcation point indicating the border between Nepal on the Southern side and Tibet to the North.

This Makalu 8,463m. expedition trip begins from Kathmandu and flight intoTimlingtar. It will take 9/10 days to reach in Makalu Base Camp and all the international climbers assemble in the base camp situated at the altitude of 4,870m. 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.

Expedition Itinerary: A

• Hotel/ Lodges/ Camping
• 48 Days Trek/Climbing
• Grade: Mountaineering
• Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
• Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 49 Nights Camping
• Recommended Season: Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Preparation for Expedition.
Day 03: Official works for expedition and briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
Day 04: Kathmandu – Tumlingtar 285m. by flight then overnight.
Day 05: Tumlingtar – Kuwapani 1430m.
Day 06: Kuwapani – Chichira 1980m.
Day 07: Chichila – Num 1891m.
Day 08: Num – Seduwa 1500m.
Day 09: Seduwa – Tashi Gaun 2100m.
Day 10: Tashi Gaun – Khongma La (Danda) 3760m.
Day 11: Khongmadanda – Mumphuk.
Day 12: Mumhuk –Yangle Kharak.
Day 13: Yangle Khark – Merak.
Day 14: Merak –Hillary Base Camp 4800m.
Day 15: Sersung – Makalu Base Camp 4870m.
Day 16-47: Climbing Period for Makalu 8463m.
Day 48: Makalu BC – Mumbuck.
Day 49: Mumbuck – Khongma La (Danda).
Day 50: Khongma La – Seduwa.
Day 51: Seduwa – Chichila.
Day 52: Chichila – Tumlingtar, overnight at tented Camp.
Day 53: Tumlingtar – Kathmandu by flight then transfer to Hotel.
Day 54: Free in Kathmandu.
Day 55: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.
 
Expedition Itinerary: B

• Hotel/ Lodges/ Camping
• 35 Days Trek/Climbing
• Grade: Mountaineering
• Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
• Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 34 Nights Camping
• Recommended Season: Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Preparation for Expedition.
Day 03: Official works for expedition and briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
Day 04: Kathmandu – Biratnagar by flight then drive to Hile 1850m..
Day 05: Hile – Mangmaya.
Day 06: Mangmaya – Surtibari.
Day 07: Surtibari – Tumlingtar 3900m.
Day 08: Tumlingtar – Khandbari 1036m.
Day 09: Khandbari – Bhotebas.
Day 10: Bhotebas – Gogone 2185m.
Day 11: Gogone – Num.
Day 12: Num – Tashi Gaon.
Day 13: Tashigaon – Khongma – La.
Day 14: Khongma-La – Makalu Base Camp 5000m.
Day 15 – 32: Climbing period to summit Makalu
Day 33: Makalu Base Camp – Numbuck.
Day 34: Numbuk – Khongma-La.
Day 35: Khongma-La – Seduwa.
Day 36: Seduwa – Chichira.
Day 37: Chichira – Tumlingtar and transfer to Tented Camp.
Day 38: Tumlingtar – Kathmandu by flight then transfer to Hotel.
Day 39: Free in Kathmandu.
Day 40: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Expedition Cost in group joining basis or Private team;
US $ / Euro         Per Person
Climbing Sherpa: Per Sherpa US $ 1800 (if required by climber)

 
Service includes:   

•     All land transportation: Airport /Hotel/Airport, trekking, expedition pick up & drop.
•     5 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu at a tourist class Hotel on bed & breakfast plan as per given itinerary.
•     Transport as per itinerary for members, staff and Liaison Officer.
•     Transportation of all food and climbing equipments to base camp and back.
•     Peak permit fee.
•     Full board basis during the trekking.
•     All kitchen equipments; kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, shower tent, chairs and tables at the base camp.
•     Cook and Kitchen boys at the base camp.
•     Base camp tents for members and staff.
•     Per Person 50 KG. Equipment’s luggage / barrels allowed till to Base Camp.
•     Equipment allowance, wages and insurance for base camp staff and Liaison Officer.
•     Airfare: KTM//Tumlingtar/KTM with airport tax & cargo fees. Itinerary A.
•     Airfare: KTM/Biratnagar/Tumlingtar/KTM with airport tax & cargo fees. Itinerary B.
•     Visa extension.
•     National Park Conservation Fee.
•     Satellite phone (Pay calls).
•     Emergency Oxygen -Mask and regulator.
•     Helicopter rescue insurance for Nepalese staff.
•     Agency service charges.

Service does not include:

•     Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
•     Airfare from / to your country.
•     Nepal entry visa fee. (Can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
•     Hotel after 5 nights stay in Kathmandu.
•     Service above Base Camp.
•     Drinks except tea and coffee.
•     Personal climbing gear and equipment above base camp.
•     Walki -Takie permit & Satellite phone permit.
•     Oxygen & Mask -regulator for climbing.
•     Climbing guide (Sherpa).
•     Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical and emergency evacuation.
•     Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods arriving to Nepal by air or road.
•     Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone, etc.
•     International airport departure tax & tourist tax.
•     Tips and climbing bonus.
•     Garbage deposit US $ 3000.00 for a team. After expedition deposit will be refundable.

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