22 Days Makalu Base Camp Yoga Trekking
Duration
22 Days
Maximum People
20
Minimum Age
18+
The Makalu Base Camp yoga trekking takes place in the eastern region of Nepal. It is home to a variety of exotic flora and fauna along with the almighty Makalu mountain. This region is slowly garnering attention from travel fanatics across the globe. A journey in its premises will teach you a thing or two about the incomprehensible beauty of nature and how it can be scaled efficiently.
This 22-days Makalu base camp yoga trekking commences from Seduwa and explores the deeper parts of the Makalu Barun National Park. In this 22-day ordeal, you will be scaling treacherous terrain, traversing the dangerous Shipton La Pass and Keke La Pass and admiring the surreal beauty of numerous mountains like Peak 6, Peak 7, and the beautiful Makalu mountain. Yoga and meditation will be your constant companion in the trek. This trek will provide you an opportunity to blend with nature and respect its allure.
During this trip, you will be residing in teahouses, lodges, and at the base camp, tent. The teahouses and lodges are equipped with the necessities like bathroom and shower. You might not find an internet connection in these parts. You will dine on Nepali cuisine like dal bhat, roti, and tarkari. Fancy food is not an option in these parts and can cost a fortune. Be sure to carry some on the journey.
Highlights
- Observing the surreal view of the Makalu mountain
- Interacting with the Sherpa people living in the Makalu Barun National Park
- Crossing the dangerous Shipton La Pass and Keke La Pass
- Sightseeing of Pashupatinath and Swoyambhunath in the Kathmandu valley
- Arriving at the periphery of the Makalu base camp
- Observing the delightful picture of mountains like Peak 6 and Peak 7
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Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Nepal
Your marvelous journey initiates with a quick arrival to the Tribhuvan International Airport. You will be greeted by our representative who will make sure that you are transferred to the hotel properly. Interact with the hotel staff and tour guides before feasting on the welcome dinner. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu (1300m)- Everest Base Camp Yoga Trek
An expedition into the Himalayas requires preparations and mental and physical stability. You shall get all your paperwork right and after that head out to explore the many mysteries of Kathmandu.
The valley is rich in culture and traditions as it houses the famed UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Pashupatinath, Swoyambhunath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. After exploring, head to the hotel for a much-needed rest. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla and then trek to Phakding (2651m)
From today onwards, we shall incorporate morning yoga sessions and evening meditation classes in our itinerary. This is done with the motive of increasing our performance and eliminating any sort of weakness during the trek.
we head to Lukla via an airplane after the yoga class. The journey takes about 45 minutes and provides amazing glimpses of the iconic Himalayas and we Shall take a walk on the marked trails to reach Phakding. Take Overnight in Phakding.
Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazar (3438m)
Indulge in the blissful yoga session and find your way to the biggest Sherpa settlement of the Everest region, Namche Bazar. Walk past the soothing Dudh Koshi river to arrive at this quaint settlement.
After permit, checked at Jorsale, you will officially enter the Sagarmatha National Park premises. Namche has modern lodges too so it will be a bit easier. Finish the evening meditation session and rest. Sleep in Namche Bazar.
Day 05: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazar- Everest Yoga Trek
To prepare ourselves for the demanding roads that lie ahead, it is crucial to rest and recuperate. Today, we shall do just that. Conclude the yoga session and then head out to explore this beautiful Sherpa oasis.
Visit the Khumjung monastery and the Hotel Everest view, which is hailed as the only hotel to lie in such an elevation. At night, interact with the Sherpa locals and inculcate in the fine art of meditation. Night stay in Namche Bazar.
Day 06: Trek from Namche Bazar to Tengboche (3870m)
Practice yoga by observing the gorgeous display of mountains like Everest, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. Feast on a healthy breakfast and proceed to Tengboche. The trek sees you walk through Phunki and later on uphill roads.
You can observe yaks and mules along the way. Tengboche house the famed Tengboche monastery which is a residence of nuns and holy to those that practice Buddhism. Indulge in meditation beneath the starry sky. stay in Tengboche.
Day 07: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4360m)
The morning yoga helps to make the day wonderful and after breakfast, find yourself walking through forests of conifer and birch. Trail is initially uphill to Pangboche and from there, it takes you downhill to Dingboche.
Roads on the way provides an amazing view of snow-crusted mountains that envelop the Everest region. Dingboche monastery is also situated here and has religious importance. After finishing the meditation, have a healthy dinner. our whole night stay at in Dingboche.
Day 08: Trek from Dingboche to Duglha (4600m)- Everest Yoga Trek
The road that leads to Dulgha is comparatively shorter than the ones we walked previously. Wrap up the yoga session and head out to Dughla. Walk on the snowy trails and observe the campsite which hosted the first Everest expedition.
As you witness Mount Pumori, you can even see Duglha village too. This small village is decorated with prayer flags. Complete the meditation session and rest for the day. Night stay in Duglha.
Day 09: Trek from Duglha to Lobuche (4940m)
Take part in the yoga session. It is better to do it outside while observing the beautiful environment. Interact with the locals and then head out to Lobuche. You shall walk on the moraine of the Khumbu glacier.
The road is difficult but is beautifully decorated with prayer flags. Proceed carefully and finally arrive at Lobuche. Conclude the day by taking part in the meditation class and healthy dinner. Sleep in Lobuche.
Day 10: Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5170m)
In these high elevations, practicing yoga can be a bit difficult but it must be done. Once it is sorted, we shall head out to Gorakshep. Road is difficult as it goes through slippery and frigid tracks.
Observe delightful views of the snowy mountains and finally arrive at Gorakshep. You need to finish the meditation class to call it a day. Overnight in Gorakshep.
Day 11: Trek from Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp (5364m)
We shall wake up early today and then head out to the major highlight of this trek, which is the Everest Base Camp. Way to the base camp is mostly uphill and involves walking on steep tracks. Reached the Everest base camp and we can see numerous camps here.
These people here are on the road to scaling this peak. After observing this beautiful landmark, we shall head back to Gorakshep and complete the yoga session. Finish the meditation session at night and finally rest. Gorakshep is the place where we stay that night.
Day 12: Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar and head to Pheriche (4288m)
You need to wake up early today and then head out the Kala Patthar. This is a major part of this Everest Base Camp yoga trek and is a great place to witness the glorious sunrise that envelops the Everest region.
We can witness enigmatic views of mountains like Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Nuptse. From here, we head to Pheriche. pathway is downhill and it is our resting point. Complete the meditation session and take a much-deserved rest. In Pheriche, we stay that night.
Day 13: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazar- Everest Yoga Trek
Today, we shall begin our descent back to Kathmandu after completing the yoga session. The road takes us through the lush forests decorated with rhododendron and juniper. On the road, you will be accompanied by the gushing Dudh Koshi river.
We shall take a quick break at Sansa and finally reach Namche Bazar. Enjoy the delightful dinner and take part in meditation class.
Day 14: Rest day at Namche Bazar
Take part in the yoga session by observing the glorious view of mountains enveloping the Everest region. As soon as you finish your breakfast, we shall head out to do some shopping and further explore this beautiful town.
Visit the Khumjung monastery and interact with the locals to learn about their way of life. After the meditation class, enjoy the surreal night view of Namche Bazar. At Namche Bazar we spent our whole night .
Day 15: Trek from Namche Bazar to Lukla
soon after completing the yoga session, we shall head out to Lukla airport. Gather your bags and walk out of Jorsale which signals your exit from the Sagarmatha National Park.
Walk along the Dudh Koshi river and through small suspension bridges and beautiful monasteries. We arrive at Lukla in the evening. After a brief rest, we conclude the meditation session. Night stay at Lukla.
Day 16: Fly to Kathmandu
Enjoy a delightful breakfast in Lukla and then head out to Kathmandu. The timing of the flight may not be always accurate so consider it. Flight to Kathmandu lasts for 45 minutes and provides amazing glimpses of the snowy mountains.
Overnight in Kathmandu in Hotel.
Day 17: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Today, we shall further explore the Kathmandu valley. Our sightseeing trip takes us to UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, and the Changunarayan temple. Once the trip is completed, head to your hotel and take part in a farewell dinner.
Day 18: Departure from Nepal
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What’s Included
- We provide you the bed and breakfast. Accommodation will be shared by two people. However, you can book for the single room with extra charge.
- The overland transport will be held on tourist coach as per the itinerary and size of the group.
- The applicable fee for the Trekking, National Park and Conservation center will be covered.
- We offer you a welcome group dinner
- The wages, meals, and transportation of our trekking staff (guide) will be arranged.
- We also have included a comprehensive medical kit and service of guide.
What’s Excluded
- Pick-up/Drop from/to the airport.
- The visa fee you would have to pay for travel, medical insurance and airport tax.
- The meals of your personal interest will not be offered in our expense.
- We would also not provide personal sleeping bags and bags.
- The charge applied in case of emergency evacuation by any means of transport would not be included.
- The charge for accommodation in Kathamndu in you early arrival before the trip will not be included and also the late departure. Moreover, the early departure from trek will also not included in our expense.
- We also don’t include the cost of international flights.
- The trip doesn’t offer the travel and rescue insurance.
- We also don’t include the phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra poter etc.
- We also don’t offer tips for guides and porters, you can give them yourself if you like to give.
Trek start dates
- 1st Group: 1st of every month
- 2nd group: 15th of every month
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