Dear all trekkers,
Namaste! Welcome, for an adventure tented camping trek at Makalu to Khumbu region, Sherpani Col.
Makalu Sherpani col, without any doubt we can say, it is a mini expedition. The main adventure and technical trekking route will separate after Makalu base camp. For this trek you need well acclimatized an experience about Alp or Himalayan peaks climbing. During the trek you need to cross three different high passes (Col) several glaciers and icefalls in the trekking route. All the team members, Nepali staff and porters, each person needs to be physically fit and healthy.
Between Makalu base camp to Chhukung Khumbu valley, there are not any human settlement, which takes six days trek. During the trekking period weather is most important, if the weather become change, you have to wait for good weather or back, between Makalu base camp to Chhukung (Khumbu) is completely hidden area.
For this trek most important is an experienced climbing guide (who been before) who know the trekking route, honest or strong kitchen staffs, strong human porters, good equipment for all Nepali staff and porters, enough gas and food supply for the team.
For this adventure trek, from starting to Chhukung Khumbu valley, we will provide tented camping service. After Chhukung at Khumbu region, we provide lodging trek service for your experience. Lodging accommodation is less expensive than tented camping trek at Khumbu region.
As our itinerary this trek will start from Num Bazar (alt. 1,509m.), until Makalu base camp the trekking routes not so difficult but you need to cross small passes. Until Makalu base camp you will be completely acclimatized and fit for Sherpani Col. The highest pass Sherpani Col is 6,813 m. camping at glacier above 5,000m. For more detail information and elevation, you can look daily itinerary below. During this trek you will trek pass through Makalu Barun conservation area and Sagarmatha national park, where you can see very closely, different wild animals and birds.
High altitude sickness and solution: High-altitude sickness occurs when your body can’t get enough oxygen because the lower air pressure at higher elevation above 3,000m. when you ascend too quickly during the trek. At High elevation anyone at any time can be suffering from high-altitude sickness which is common, you don’t have to be nervous but please be attention.
If you feel symptoms of high – altitude (Headache, vomiting, loss your appetite, Dizziness and trouble falling asleep) stop to ascending immediately descend as soon as possible. Eat enough garlic soup, take lots of hot drinks and rest. Next day you will feel better, if not your guide will look for another solution. If you are really serious, we will arrange a rescue helicopter flight from Kathmandu or Lukla, within a couple of hours to save 100% your life.
Communication: If some one seriously sick or injured, you have to call at Kathmandu for rescue helicopter. At Makalu Sherpani Col region, mobile network service is not available for calling. We will send satellite phone set with enough balance, extra battery and solar charger for emergency call and service.
Himalayan views: Beginning of the trek you can see only the mountains and some small Himalayan peaks. From base camp you can see giant view of 5th highest Himalayan peak Makalu alt. 8,485m. After base camp you can see different views of Makalu and Baruntse. The spectacular views of Khumbu Himalaya you can see from Tashi Labtsa pass, for the detail please check at daily itinerary.
Summer Season (June - August) High rainfall and lush greenery (if you don't mind the rain). Generally, not suitable for trekking. Heavy raining, poor visibility, landslides, and high river levels that may block trekking trails and motor roads.
Hotel accommodation at Kathmandu: During your stay at Kathmandu, you will stay at 3-star hotel, twin sharing basis room with bed and breakfast services.
Restaurant and Daily meals: At Kathmandu, there are several restaurants where you can get Indian, Tibetan, Chinese, Nepalese and Continental dishes in veg. or non veg. different kinds of sweet dishes, hot or cold drinks available.
Trekking crew (Nepali staff): Without an experience trekking guide and trekking staff (cook, Sherpa helpers, kitchen boys and porters) any adventure trek is not possible. During the trek, guide and Sherpa helpers will set up all tents, porters will carry all your heavy luggage. Trekking cook and kitchen staff prepare fresh, hot, and delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day for your service. Our entire Nepalese staff team works together even at elevations above 5,000 m. without hesitate.
Daily activities and meals during the trek: Early in the morning, Sherpa and kitchen staff will bring a hot drink (coffee or tea) at your tent, followed by a bowl of warm washing water to freshen up. You can pack up your duffle bag for upcoming journey and join for the breakfast which will be served warm and fresh at the table with scenic panorama of mountains.
In day time, you can stroll around peacefully, take scenic pictures and visit local villages, monasteries or schools with your guide and Sherpas. Fresh and warm lunch with hot drinks will be serve between 11:00 to 13:00 after lunch rest about one hours, than continue the trek.
In the afternoon at the camp, your tent will be set up, and your mattress and luggage will be brought inside the tent. The kitchen staff will bring warm or cold water to clean your face and hands. After freshening up, you can relax in the dining tent with hot drinks, biscuits, and cheese. You will have plenty of time to rest before dinner. Each day cook will prefer fresh buffet dinner, beginning with soup, minimum five cuisine with hot drinks. At dinner time, your guide will ask about the day's trek and explain the program for the next morning.
please Note: At high elevation it takes time to prepare hot and fresh lunch, to save the time trek between Makalu base camp to Chhukung, we provide pack lunch (picnic) with hot juice and tea.
Flight and Transportation: You have to take a domestic flight from Kathmandu / Tumlingtar, end of the trek flight from Lukla / Kathmandu. From Tumlingtar airport to Num Bazaar, drive by 4WD privet jeep. For the details please check the daily itinerary at the end of this site.
Climbing equipment: For Sherpani Col and Tashi Labtsa, you need climbing equipment, which you have to bring yourself. We will provide climbing equipment such as fix ropes, main ropes, ice axe and necessary items as your requirement..
Trekking equipment and accommodation: For this high elevation trek, you need warm equipment and sleeping bag. If you don’t have such, you can hire or buy at Kathmandu as your size.
During the tented camping trek, we provide two man sharing double tents or single supplement high altitude tents with double (Foam + waterproof) mattresses, dining tent with folding table and stools, kitchen tent with kitchen utensils, toilet tent, shower tent, staff and porter’s tent. High altitude equipment for the staff and porters.
Trekking equipment check list: Trekking boots, light shoes / trainers, down or fibre pile jacket, fleece or sweater, shirts (x 2), long and short trekking trousers (and /or long skirt for women), windproof jacket & trouser, waterproof poncho, sun hat, woollen cap, gloves, woollen socks (x 3), underwear.
Other essential items: Kitbag and padlock, small rucksack, down sleeping bag (4 seasons +) with inner liner, water bottle (1 litre capacity), head torch, personal first aid, sun and snow glasses/goggles, sun cream (factor 15+) & lip slave, towel & wash kit, whistle, passport, passport-size photographs, plastic bags, money belt.
Optional: Camera (with high-capacity memory cards and extra batteries), trekking poles / walking sticks, binoculars, notebook, pen etc.
We recommend Makalu Sherpani Col ‘Adventure Tented Camping Trek’ for any-one who is physically fit, healthy and interested for trekking in high Himalayan region. Men or women age between 18 to 70 years old can confidently join this Trek. We will provide all detail, information before you start from Kathmandu, your guide will clearly explain day by day plan during your trip.
This trek is suitable with families, friends, groups or single. Being surrounded by such a beautiful organic, natural Himalayan environment is proven you feeling excited, happy, stress-free, and full of sweet, unforgettable memories once in your life.
The following day by day trekking route itinerary is only for the conceptual ideas. For more information regarding trekking season, exact duration and a reasonable cost for your future holidays small or big group, please contact us direct by e-mail, WhatsApp, Messenger or call. We can say proudly, we are not the best but our service is better and faster than other.
| Trekking season | September to November. March to May. |
| Kinds of trek | Tented camping + Lodging |
| Max. elevation | Sherpani Col 6,193m. |
| Group size | 02 to 08 Persons. |
| Total cost per person | Euro 5,390.00 |
Single supplement per person Euro 500.00 extra cost.
The above-mentioned cost includes all the government taxes.
Group rates is available, can be negotiate.
3 nights in Kathmandu at 3-Star hotel with bed & breakfast on twin sharing basis.
22 nights camping trek all the meals (breakfast- lunch - dinner) with hot drinks.
❌ Main meals (lunch + dinner) and drinks in Kathmandu.
❌ Personal expenses alcoholic beverages, drinks, laundry services and hot shower.
❌ Medical and travel insurance for the trekkers.
❌ Emergency helicopter rescue charges for the trekkers if necessary.
❌ International airfare (flight ticket) and taxes.
❌ Any kinds of visa for Nepal.
❌ Tips for trekking staffs.
Warm Welcome: Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan international airport, Our representative will meet you at the airport terminal with a personalized sign, handling your luggage, welcome you with colourful flowers, drive to star hotel as your booking. Upon arrival at your hotel, you will be served a refreshing welcome drink at reception while our team assists with your check-in.
First Evening & Briefing: In the evening, you can enjoy dinner at your hotel or a local restaurant. During this time, our Tour Manager will conduct a comprehensive briefing, covering your trekking itinerary, safety protocols, and any other essential information for your upcoming adventure.
3-star hotel as your bookng at Kathmandu.
Himalayan Experience Trek welcomes you to Nepal, the land of Himalaya, where we can offer a variety of experiences to make your holidays a truly memorable one in Nepal, India and Tibet, especially adventure trip, remote mountains region of Nepal.
Meals: Breakfast + lunch + dinner with hot drinks. 
Walking hours approx. 5 to 6 hours.
