It is an isolated peak, located Just 14 miles east of mountain Everest. Its Size alone is impressive, but its structure, that of perfect pyramid with four sharp ridges, makes this mountain all the more spectacular.
It has proved to be a challenging climb, as only five of its first sixteen attempts where successful. Previously, it had been admired and studied by several Everest Parties, but like so many other giants in the Khumbu region, it was not attempted until the summit of Everest had been attained in 1954. A French group first climbed Makalu in the year 1955.
Chomo Lonzo (25,650ft.) is a subsidiary peak of Makalu, rising just north of the higher summit separated by a narrow saddle.Climbing Expedition to Mount Makalu in Nepal with Asian Trekking
Normal route
8.462 m - 27,764 ft
Key Information:
Expedition Duration: 58 day(s)
Group Size: 3 - 12 people
Location
Central Himalaya
Lat: 28° 33' 0 N
Long: 84° 32' 60 E
Days
Makalu is one of the harder eight-thousanders, and is considered one of themost difficult mountains in the world to climb.The mountain is notorious for its steep pitchesand knife-edged ridges that are completely opento the elements. The final ascent of the summitpyramid involves technical rock climbing. Makaluis the only Nepalese 8,000m peak which has yet to be climbed in true winter conditions.
Makalu was first climbed on May 15, 1955 byLionel Terray and Jean Couzy of a French expedition led by Jean Franco. Franco, G.Magnone and Sirdar Gyaltsen Norbu summitted thenext day, followed by Bouvier, S. Coupe, Lerouxand A. Vialatteon the 17th. The French teamclimbed Makalu by the north face and northeastridge, via the saddle between Makalu andKangchungtse (the Makalu-La), establishing thestandard route.
1 Arrival in Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel.
2 Kathmandu.
3 Kathmandu.
4 Fly to Tumlingtar (285m-938ft) and arrange for porters.
5 Trek to Mane Bhanjyang.(1440m-4724ft)
6 Trek to Chichira. (1980m-6496ft)
7 Trek to Num (1851m-6072ft)
8 Trek to Sheduwa (1500m-4922ft).
9 Trek to Tashigaon. (2100m - 6890ft)
10 Trek to Kauma. (3760m-12337ft)
11 Trek to Dobato. (3700m-12140ft)
12 Trek to Jark Kharka (4800m-15749ft)
13 Trek to Hillary Base Camp (4800m-15749ft)
14 Trek to Makalu Base Camp. (4870m-15978ft)
15-47 Climbing Period Mt. Makalu.
48 Clean up Base Camp
49 Trek back to Yak Kharka.
50 Trek to Mumbuk.
51 Trek to Tahsi Gaon.
52 Trek to Num
53 Trek to Chichira.
54 Trek to Tumlingtar.
55 Fly to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel.
56 Kathmandu.
57 Kathmandu
58 Transfer to airport for departure.
Service up to Base Camp
The package includes:
Peak permit fee
Accommodation in Kathmandu at a tourist class hotel on bed & breakfast plan as per itinerary.
Transport as per itinerary for members, staff and Liaison Officer.
Airfare Kathmandu-Tumlingtar-Kathmandu.
Transportation of all food and climbing equipments to base camp and back.
Full board during the trekking.
All kitchen equipments; kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, shower tent, chairs and tables at the base camp.
Cook and kitchen boy(s) at the base camp.
Base camp tents for members and staff.
Equipment allowance, wages and insurance for base camp staff and Liaison Officer.
National Park Conservation Fee.
Local transport in Kathmandu as per itinerary.
Helicopter rescue insurance for Nepalese staff.
Agency service charge.
Cost Does not Includes:
Airfare from / to your country.
Nepal entry visa fee. (can be obtained at the airport upon arrival)
Visa extension.
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Hotel after 6 days stay in Kathmandu.
Service above Base Camp.
Personal climbing gear and equipment above base camp.
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 bonuses.
Garbage fee. (refundable)
Full board expedition - service up to summit - please contact for more information
JOIN SOME EXTRA ACTIVITIES
A unique Mountain Flight to Mt. Everest
White water rafting on Nepal's famous rivers
A romantic overnight stay in a mountain resort
A cultural show, with dinner
A traditional Nepali Luxury Dinner
The most spectacular Bungee Jump on the Planet
