Makalu is the fifth-highest mountain in the world at 8,485m. It is located in the Mahalangur Himalayas 19 km southeast of Mount Everest, on the border between Nepal and Tibet Autonomous Region, China. One of the eight-thousanders, Makalu is an isolated peak whose shape is a four-sided pyramid. Manaslu is the eighth-highest mountain in the world at 8,163m above sea level. It is in the Mansiri Himal, part of the Nepalese Himalayas, in the west-central part of Nepal. The name is Manaslu means "mountain of the spirit" and is derived from the Sanskrit word Manasa, meaning "intellect" or "soul". This combination expedition will allow you to climb both in the space of a single spring climbing season - a huge achievement.
Itinerary
01 1 April 3 Sep Arrival in Kathmandu Airport [1400m] and transfer to hotel. Hotel01 1 April 3 Sep Arrival in Kathmandu Airport [1400m] and transfer to hotel. Hotel
02-03 2 April 4-5 Sep Preparation and briefings at the Departments of Tourism. Hotel02-03 2 April 4-5 Sep Preparation and briefings at the Departments of Tourism. Hotel
04 3 April 6 Sep Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar. 50min.Drive to Num (1980m) 6-7hrs. Lodge04 3 April 6 Sep Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar. 50min.Drive to Num (1980m) 6-7hrs. Lodge
05 4 April 7 Sep Trek from Num to Seduwa (1500m) 6-7hrs. Lodge05 4 April 7 Sep Trek from Num to Seduwa (1500m) 6-7hrs. Lodge
06 5 April 8 Sep Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaoun (2100m) 6-7hrs. Lodge06 5 April 8 Sep Trek from Seduwa to Tashigaoun (2100m) 6-7hrs. Lodge
07 6 April 9 Sep Trek from Tashigaoun to Khongma Danda (3500m) 6-7hrs. Lodge07 6 April 9 Sep Trek from Tashigaoun to Khongma Danda (3500m) 6-7hrs. Lodge
08 7 April 10 Sep Acclimatization day at Khongma (3500m) 6-07hrs. Lodge08 7 April 10 Sep Acclimatization day at Khongma (3500m) 6-07hrs. Lodge
09 8 April 11 Sep Trek from Khongma to Dobsto (3650m) 6-7hrs. Lodge09 8 April 11 Sep Trek from Khongma to Dobsto (3650m) 6-7hrs. Lodge
10 9 April 12 Sep Trek from Dobute to Yangle Kharka (3600m) 6-7hrs. Camping10 9 April 12 Sep Trek from Dobute to Yangle Kharka (3600m) 6-7hrs. Camping
11 10 April 13 Sep Trek from Yangle Kharka to Langmale Kharka (4410m) 6-7hrs. Camping11 10 April 13 Sep Trek from Yangle Kharka to Langmale Kharka (4410m) 6-7hrs. Camping
12 11 April 14 Sep Acclimatization day at Langmale Kharka (4410m) Camping12 11 April 14 Sep Acclimatization day at Langmale Kharka (4410m) Camping
13 12 April 15 Sep Trek from Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp (5018m) 6hrs. Camping13 12 April 15 Sep Trek from Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp (5018m) 6hrs. Camping
14 13 April 16 Sep Rest and acclimatization at Hillary base camp (5018m) Camping14 13 April 16 Sep Rest and acclimatization at Hillary base camp (5018m) Camping
15 14 April 17 Sep Trek from Hillary base camp to Advance base Camp (5600m) 5hrs. Camping15 14 April 17 Sep Trek from Hillary base camp to Advance base Camp (5600m) 5hrs. Camping
16-45 15 April-14 May 18 Sept- 17 Oct Climbing Period (CLIMBING PERIOD 30 DAYS) Camping16-45 15 April-14 May 18 Sept- 17 Oct Climbing Period (CLIMBING PERIOD 30 DAYS) Camping
46 15 May 18 Oct Cleaning up base camp and ready for descending Camping46 15 May 18 Oct Cleaning up base camp and ready for descending Camping
47 16 May 19 Oct Helicopter flight from Maklu Base Camp to Sama Gaun (3780m) Lodge47 16 May 19 Oct Helicopter flight from Maklu Base Camp to Sama Gaun (3780m) Lodge
48 17 May 20 Oct Rest and acclimatization day at Sama Gaun (3780m) Lodge48 17 May 20 Oct Rest and acclimatization day at Sama Gaun (3780m) Lodge
49 18 May 21 Oct Trek from Sama Village to Manaslu Base Camp (4700m) 4hrs. Camping49 18 May 21 Oct Trek from Sama Village to Manaslu Base Camp (4700m) 4hrs. Camping
50-69 19 May-7 June 22 Oct -10 Nov Climbing period. (8163m) (CLIMBING PERIOD 20 DAYS) Camping50-69 19 May-7 June 22 Oct -10 Nov Climbing period. (8163m) (CLIMBING PERIOD 20 DAYS) Camping
70 8 June 11 Nov Cleaning up base camp and ready for descending Camping70 8 June 11 Nov Cleaning up base camp and ready for descending Camping
71 9 June 12 Nov Trek from Base Camp to Sama Gaun (3780m) 3hrs. Lodge71 9 June 12 Nov Trek from Base Camp to Sama Gaun (3780m) 3hrs. Lodge
72 10 June 13 Nov Trek from Sama Gaun to Namrung (2550m) 6hrs. Lodge72 10 June 13 Nov Trek from Sama Gaun to Namrung (2550m) 6hrs. Lodge
73 11 June 14 Nov Trek from Namrung to Philim village (2300m) 6hrs Lodge73 11 June 14 Nov Trek from Namrung to Philim village (2300m) 6hrs Lodge
74 12 June 15 Nov Trek from Philim Village to Machakhola (1330m) 6hrs. Lodge74 12 June 15 Nov Trek from Philim Village to Machakhola (1330m) 6hrs. Lodge
75 13 June 16 Nov Trek from Machakhola to Arughat (950m) 8hrs Lodge75 13 June 16 Nov Trek from Machakhola to Arughat (950m) 8hrs Lodge
76 14 June 17 Nov Drive from Arughat to Kathmandu (1400) 7hrs. Hotel76 14 June 17 Nov Drive from Arughat to Kathmandu (1400) 7hrs. Hotel
77 15 June 18 Nov Free day, Relax and shop in Kathmandu. Hotel77 15 June 18 Nov Free day, Relax and shop in Kathmandu. Hotel
78 16 June 19 Nov Transfer to Kathmandu airport for final departure.78 16 June 19 Nov Transfer to Kathmandu airport for final departure.
Inclusion
1. Arrival & Departure: Airport - Hotel transfer – Airport (Pick Up and Drop).
2. Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu: 4 nights hotel in Kathmandu (3 Star Category) on BB plan, Sharing Basis-Twin Bed Room.
3. Welcome Dinner: One Welcome Dinner in tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with Office’s Staff.
4. Permit: Expedition Royalty and permit of Nepal Government to climb Mt. Makalu and Manaslu, TIMS Card, Manaslu conservation area entry permits & fee.
5. Liaison Officer: 1 Government Liaison officer with full equipment ($2,500), salary, and accommodation.
6. Garbage Management: Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit fees.
7. Insurance: Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition.
8. Trekking Route Map.
9. Cargo Clearance: International Air cargo clearance of Member Personal Luggage & Payment of Government taxes in Nepal. *before the expedition.
10. Member transportation:
1. (*Normal Route Itinerary for Manaslu) Transportation Drive from Kathmandu – Dharapani. While returning Drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu, as per itinerary.
2. (*Normal Route Itinerary for Makalu) Air Transportation (Domestic Flight): Fly from Kathmandu – Tumlingtar and drive from Tumlingtar to Num. While returning drive from Num to Tumlingtar and fly from Tumlingtar - Kathmandu, as per itinerary.
Exclusions
1. Air Fare: International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu.
2. Nepal entry Visa fee: Nepali Visa fee US$ 40 per person for 30 days (to be applied for 60 days (USD$ 100).
3. Lunch & Dinner: Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary).
4. Insurance: Travel and high altitude insurance, accident, medical & emergency evacuation.
5. Rescue Evacuation: Medical Insurance and emergency rescue evacuation cost if required. (Rescue, Repatriation, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs.)
6. Personal Expenses: Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Kathmandu but soft drinks for members in base camp).
7. Personal Equipment: Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking /Climbing Gears.
8. Filming: Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.
9. Toiletries: Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean.
10. Internet Service: Not included during the trek and the expedition.
11. Summit Bonus: Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa- Minimum 1500 USD. (Applies on full board service).
12. Rope Fixing: The cost for using fixed rope during the expedition. (Applies to Base camp member).
