Overview
This trek takes us into the upper reaches of the proposed 3000 square km. Makalu ￜ Barun National park. We fly from Ktm to Tumlingtar for an hour in parallel with the views of at lest five eight thousand meters high peakes. Cho-oyu, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Shisapangama. Heading north from Tumlingtar [940meters,3080 feet]. We pass through many small picturesque villages inhabited by Newari traders. Rai and Chhetri of the Sherpa people.
The must difficult part of your trek should be crossing over the Baurne-La pass [4315meters,14150 feet] to be humbled by the views of mt. Everest [kangshung face] and Makalu. We retrace our steps to Tumlingtar still enjoying the views of Kanchenjunga massif and Jannu.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Fly from Kathmandu to Biratnagar, Jeep or Bus ride to Hille.
Day 02: Walk to the village of Tsute. A gentle starts uphill.
Day 03: Continuing the climb up from the road
Day 04: From Danda Gone
Day 05: An early start for this long day during
Day 06: From Khandbari ascend the ridge due North,
Day 07: Chichila to Num - In the clear down,
Day 08: After an initial steep ascent out of Sedua,
Day 09: Continuing the ascent very steep but on a good trail,
Day 10: From Mumbuk, descend steeply into the valley of the Barun Khola,
Day 11: First rest day is spent here,
Day 12: A little beyond nehe Kharka,
Day 13: From shershon it is only an hour's gently walking to the Hillary Camp for Makalu.
Day 14: Retrace the steps to make and overnight camp at Nehe Kharka.
Day 15: After lunch at Mumbuk,
Day 16: Up early for sunrise Panorama from the Shipton La towards Kanchanjunga.
Day 17: Down to cross the Arun, back up to lunch at Num,
Day 18: Along the ride and down to Khandbari.
Day 19: Last short walk down to Tumlingtar.
Essential Infos
Visa info:
Important Notice for Visa Application: Tourist Visa Tourist who intends to visit Nepal must hold valid passport and visa.
You'll need a visa to enter Nepal. You can obtain a visa at the Nepal embassy or consulate in your home country or you can get one on arrival at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International airport or at any road border. If you plan to stay longer than the duration of your initial 60-day visa, you’ll need to apply for a visa extension. The standard Nepali visa is valid for three months from the date of issue, so if you are getting yours before you leave home, don't apply too early, or it will expire before you want it to! Children under 10 years do not require a visa.
Nepal Visa fee:
US$ 25 for tourist visa with multiply entry for 15 days.
US$ 40 for tourist Visa with multiple entry for 30 days.
US$ 100 for tourist visa with multiple entry for 100 days.
Nepal Airport: There is only one international airport in Nepal. When you landed then many broker will come to around you and ask the hotel, taxi. You should be far way from them and do not let them touch your bag.
Best time for Nepal trekking:
Trekking in Nepal is possible at any time of the year depending on where you are going. The normal trekking routes can be done all over the year. The most suitable seasons are autumn and spring.
Autumn: Sep-Nov October and November are really Nepal's highest months - offering excellent weather and tantalizing mountain views.
Winter: Dec-Feb This season is noted for occasional snowfall only at higher elevations. Mountain passes may be snowbound; hence it is ideal for trekking at lower elevations, generally below 3000 meters.
Spring: Mar-May Different varieties of wild flowers, specially the rhododendrons, make the hillside above 5000 meters a haunting paradise during this season. It is mildly warm at lower elevations and at higher elevation over 4000 meters the mountain views are excellent and temperature is quite moderate.
Summer: Jun-Aug Summer months really continue up to mid-September making travel wet and warm. These times are blessed for the keen botanist as the higher valleys and meadows blossom with flowers and lush vegetation. Insect repellent is a nice addition to your What to Bring list. During this season, you can trek in the rain-shadow (places are out of reach of the rain clouds because of the high mountains) areas north of the Himalaya like Mustang and Dolpo.
Extra day in to your holiday: some time flights from Kathmandu to Lukla /Kathmandu and Jomsom to pokhara, delayed or canceled for a day due to bad weather. It is very rarely, it can be happen even best season, March, April and October/November. And while you are trekking, sometimes road can be blocked or strike. So Adventure Great Himalaya Treks always suggest you to have added one more night in Kathmandu. if your trip goes to smoothly then, you might have some Kathmandu city tour or shopping souvenir.
Water: The streams should be considered polluted and whilst bottled water is often available the disposal of plastic bottles is a problem. Have some means to purify water, iodine and/or a fine ceramic filter are the best options.
Food: During your trek, you can have and enjoy typical Nepali food, and also international cuisine Continental, Italian, Indian, etc.. The teahouse/lodge has menu where you spent your night. They will serve you different kinds of meal as your choice. Lunch will be served on the way to destination, dinner and breakfast in the tea house . Adventure Great Himalaya Company recommend you not to have a meat Item meal when you are going up. the meat are not frees. when your body adjust with Nepal climate and food then can have as your preference meal..
Trekking Equipment
when trekking in Nepal you need to trekking equipments for your safety. Equipment needed depends largely upon where, when and how you are trekking. The main emphasis while trekking is on keeping warm and dry while not over weighting your pack. Some of the major trekking equipments are as listed below.
- Down jackets, Waterproof, wind-proof, jackets
- Hiking boots, and cotton socks
- Woolen hat for the cold and a sun hat.
- Sleeping bag it should be light weight and rated to zero.
- Sun glasses with UV protection
- Drinking water bottle
- Torch or headlamp with spare batteries and bulb
- Water purification tablets
- Water bottles,
- Gaiters
- T-shirts, micro fleece jumper and trekking trousers
- Gloves, preferably with a water proof shell
- A good first aid kit
- Sun block for lips
- Sun lotion
- Light scarf or neckerchief
- Spare shoe laces
Trekking guides and porters
In addition to our full support group treks, tea house packages & summit expeditions. We offer a using l guide & porter. They will make you easy, comfortable and safely. The experienced, professional Guide can provide you Nepalese history, different malty culture, Name of all Himalaya and you will learn some Nepali language. Porters and Guide/porters carry luggage of two clients maximum. Guides do not carry any luggage. Guides and guide-porters speak enough English to communicate well; porters only understand Basic English. Guides off course are well-trained and have lots of experience in trekking. Moreover, they are able to tell you many things about the mountains, the culture, the history and the religions of Nepal.
Your trip with responsible company: When planning a vacation, there are certain things you will want to know about the company you choose to travel with. Are they experienced? Are they financially secured? Do they provide good value for your money? Are they responsible with Guide and Porter?
Altitude Sickness
Altitude sickness if a serious consideration if you are climbing or trekking in Nepal and it's essential that you investigate the causes, symptoms and treatment of altitude sickness before you travel to Nepal.
Symptoms: The symptoms of Altitude sickness in Nepal are nausea, irritability, headaches, a dry cough and in more severe cases of Altitude sickness the victim may start to cough up a pink frothy substance and lose their balance as though drunk.
Prevention: It is essential that you give your body time to acclimatize as you ascend. If you fly into high altitudes during your trip to Nepal, then you should spend two to three nights at that place enjoying the local attractions and resting. This should give you time to acclimatize. You should take great note of your body at all times and if you feel the slightest of Altitude sickness symptoms then you should remain where you are until these have passed. As you ascend take frequent breaks at each 1000 meters and, again do not continue to ascend if you are feeling the slightest of Altitude sickness symptoms.
Treatment: If you are experiencing Altitude sickness during your trip to Nepal then it is essential that you ascend immediately and do not attempt to climb again until your body has acclimatized. Severe cases may need to be flown out, so ensure that you have adequate travel insurance during your trip to Nepal.
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is very important for your safety. In the event of any high altitude sickness or injury, the cost of emergency treatment and evacuation is shocking. Therefore, travel insurance is strongly recommended for everyone who joins with Adventure Great Himalaya Trekking Company.
05.02.2013
