NEPAL - Makalu Basecamp Trek
Across the Shipton Col to the south side of Makalu. Superbly varied trekking ~ Remote area with few other trekkers
3 nights hotels, 16 nights camping, 15 days DEMANDING trekking, max. altitude - approx. 5000m. / 16,000ft. All meals included.
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Makalu (8481m./27818ft), the world?s fifth highest summit, is normally climbed from a basecamp at Sherson (c.4700m./15416ft), a lovely high grazing area close to the tip of the Barun Glacier and surrounded by an awe-inspiring array of peaks. The return trek into this remote alpine world is one of Nepal's finest and is accessed by way of a short flight to the airstrip at Tumlingtar above the Arun River. From here, our route takes us through pretty terraced farmland and a number of delightful villages, before climbing to cross the Shipton La (4229m./13871ft). At the high points of this classic trekking itinerary, the views extend to Makalu and to distant Kangchenjunga. We have a full day to explore above Sherson, gaining surprising views of the Kangshung (east) Face of Everest as well as close-up perspectives of the impressive Chamlang and of Makalu's towering South Face.
Trip Guide
The range of conditions encountered will include local trails through terraced farmland, sub-tropical jungle at low altitudes, cloud forest, alpine valleys and high mountain passes. The trek has been given the DEMANDING grade on account of the remoteness of the trek and the fairly large altitude gains dictated by available campsites. On average, we will walk for 6 hours each day. Despite the fact that relatively few trekkers visit this area, the paths are reasonably good throughout. We will encounter slippery forest trails, steep sections of stone steps and, whilst exploring above Sherson, loose scree and boulders. It should be noted that trekking at elevations above 3000 metres or 10,000 feet is of itself physically demanding. However, this trek should be well within the capabilities of any regular hiker or hill-walker.
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