MAKALU EXPEDITION(8,485 m)

Activity Nepal Expedation
Duration 35 Days
Group Size 1

MAKALU EXPEDITION(8,485 m)

35 Days
Min 1 Pax.

Trip Overview

Overview: Summiting the Great Black Peak

Conquer Mount Makalu (8,485m), the world’s fifth-highest and one of its most challenging peaks. Makalu, known for its steep slopes, knife-edged ridges, and final technical rock climbing section, requires advanced mountaineering skill and significant endurance.

Join Nima Adventure’s fully supported expedition in Spring 2024. Our 24-day itinerary is compressed to maximize climbing efficiency after a scenic trek through the remote Arun Valley.

Why Choose Our Expedition?

We offer critical support to handle Makalu’s notorious technical difficulty:

Elite Guidance: We provide one professional climbing guide per member, ensuring specialized support on the mountain.
Safety Priority: We supply three bottles of oxygen for each member and two for the climbing guide, along with a Summit Mask & Regulator set.
Rapid Exit: Your package includes helicopter service on a sharing basis from Makalu Advance Base Camp (ABC) to Kathmandu. This significantly reduces the taxing return trek, preserving your energy and ensuring a faster, safer exit after the summit push.
Transparent Cost: The price for the Makalu Expedition Spring 2024 is US$19,000/- per person.

Why Choose Our Expedition?

We offer critical support to handle Makalu’s notorious technical difficulty:

Elite Guidance: We provide one professional climbing guide per member, ensuring specialized support on the mountain.
Safety Priority: We supply three bottles of oxygen for each member and two for the climbing guide, along with a Summit Mask & Regulator set.
Rapid Exit: Your package includes helicopter service on a sharing basis from Makalu Advance Base Camp (ABC) to Kathmandu. This significantly reduces the taxing return trek, preserving your energy and ensuring a faster, safer exit after the summit push.
Transparent Cost: The price for the Makalu Expedition Spring 2024 is US$19,000/- per person.

Date	Destination	Stay	Altitude
Day 1	Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel	Hotel	1350m
Day 2	Preparation and last-minute shopping	Hotel	1350m
Day 3	Fly to Tumlingtar and drive to Num	Lodge	1980m
Day 4	Commence trek to Tashi Gaun	Lodge	2100
Day 5	Trek to Dobato	Lodge	3650m
Day 6	Trek to Yangle Kharka	Lodge	3600m
Day 7	Trek to Makalu Base Camp	Lodge/Camp	5018m
Day 8	Trek to Makalu Advance Base Camp	Camp	5600m
Day 9 – Day 19	Climbing period	Camp	8485m
Day 20 – Day 21	Extra days in case of bad weather, etc. (Contingency)	Camp	N/A
Day 22	Heli from Makalu ABC to Kathmandu via Dingboche	Hotel	1350m
Day 23	Extra day in Kathmandu	Hotel	1350m
Day 24	Departure	N/A	N/A

Trekking and Climbing Blocks

Days 28th–29th April Phase 1: Approach and Acclimatization(Kathmandu Arrival and Preparation)

s 28th–29th April: Kathmandu Arrival and Preparation

Day Highlight: Arrival and final gear logistics.
Day Details: Arrive in Kathmandu (1350m) and transfer to your hotel. Use the preparation day for last-minute shopping and mandatory briefings.
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Kathmandu (B&B basis for 4 nights).
Altitude: 1350m.

Days 30th April–03rdMay Trekking the Arun Valley

Day Highlight: Transition from sub-tropical to alpine zones.
Day Details: Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and drive to Num (1980m). The trek officially begins, leading through Tashi Gaun (2100m ) and steadily gaining altitude through Dobato (3650m) to Yangle Kharka (3600m).
Accommodation: Lodge.
Altitude: Max 3650m.

Days 4th–05th May Establishing Base Camps

Day Highlight: Reaching the expedition command center.
Day Details: Trek to Makalu Base Camp (5018m), and swiftly move to the higher Makalu Advance Base Camp (ABC) (5600m). ABC serves as the launch point for climbing rotations.
Accommodation: Lodge/Camp.
Altitude: 5600m

Days 06–18May Phase 2: Climbing and Descent( Climbing and Summit Window)

Day Highlight: The ascent period, including the summit bid.
Day Details: This period is dedicated to rotations to C1, C2, and C3 for acclimatization, route fixing, and the final summit push to 8485m. This block includes two contingency days (May 17-18) for adverse weather or unexpected delays.
Accommodation: Camp.
Altitude: Up to 8485m.

Days 19th–21st May Rapid Exit and Departure

Day Highlight: Helicopter transfer and expedition conclusion.
Day Details: Take the shared helicopter service from Makalu ABC to Kathmandu via Dingboche. Enjoy an extra day in Kathmandu for rest and transfer for final departure.
Accommodation: Hotel.
Altitude: 1350m.

Cost Includes

4. Service INCLUDES: Comprehensive Expedition Support

The US$19,000 fee covers the most vital logistical and safety elements for a successful expedition.

Guiding & Safety: One professional climbing guide with equipment allowance, daily wages, and carrying bonus. Experienced Base Camp Cook and Kitchen helpers. High Altitude, Medical & Helicopter rescue insurance for involved Nepalese staff.
Oxygen & Gear: 3 bottles of oxygen for members & 2 bottles for the climbing guide. Summit Mask & Regulator set for each member and guide.
Permits & Fees: Necessary permit fees to climb Makalu. Makalu Summit route fixing charge. Garbage Management and disposal fee. Government taxes and company service charge.
Logistics: Pick up and drop off services by a private vehicle. One Way Domestic flight from Kathmandu–Tumlingtar. Helicopter service (sharing basis) from Makalu ABC to Kathmandu. Land and air domestic transportation and cargo for the expedition.
Base Camp Comfort: Each member will receive an individual tent, mattress & pillow at Base Camp. Common equipment provided: Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Shower Tent, Toilet Tent, Tables, Chairs, and Heater.
High Camp Support: Services for C1–C3 include High Tent, Shovel, Rope, EPI Gas, Gas Burner (MSR Rector), and High Food.
Meals & Communication: Freshly cooked multi-cuisine meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner). Availability of daily weather forecast. Walkie-Talkie for mountain communication. Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.

Cost Excludes

5. Service EXCLUDES: Member’s Mandatory Responsibility

All clients must arrange the following items, especially mandatory insurance:

Mandatory Insurance: Personal travel, medical and emergency helicopter rescue insurance is required.
Travel Fees: International airfare. Nepal entry visa fee (to be applied for 30 days).
Tips & Bonus: Makalu summit bonus for Sherpa (US$1500.00). Tips for cook and kitchen helpers (US$250).
Personal Gear & Expenses: Personal trekking and climbing gears. Lunch & dinner during your stay in Kathmandu. Personal charges like phone calls, internet, laundry, alcoholic beverages, specialty coffee, etc..
Extra Fees: Drone & special filming permit if required. Satellite phone use is available for emergency use at $5 per minute.

Equipment list:

1.Travel Documents
2. Foot Wear
• Normal Socks (3-4Pairs)
• Trekking Shoes (1 Pair)
• Slippers
3. Hands
• Thin Fleece Gloves (1 Pair)
• Wind Stopper Fleece Gloves
4. Upper Body
• Light Weight Top / Thermo Coat
• Buff
• Fleece Jacket (1)
• Gore Tex Jacket (1)
• Down Jacket (1)
• Cotton T-Shirt (2-3)
5.Lower Body
• Mid Weight Long Under Pants
• Under Wear (4-5 Pairs)
• Gore Tex Pant. (1)
• Water Proof Pant(1)
6. Head
• Sun Cap
• Balaclava
• Fleece Hat
• Neck Gaiter (2-3)
7. Sleeping Bags
• Sleeping Bag – 20 Degree Celsius (For
base camp)
8. Bag Packs
• Rucksacks 45L – 55L
• Duffle Bag 90 L (1 Piece)
09. Sun stuffs
• Sunscreen (Minimum SPF 50)
• Lip balm with SPF 30
• Sunglasses (UV protection)
• Toiletries.
10. Water Bottle & Thermos
11. Medicines
• Brufen / Ibuprofens
• Antibiotic
• Diamox
• Paracetamol
• Handy Plaster
• Crack Bandage
• Tincture Iodine
12.Miscellaneous
• Walking Stick
• Umbrella / Rain Coat