MAKALU BASE CAMP TREK

Makalu base camp trek leads to the world’s fifth highest mountain Mt. Makalu. Not so famous as other trekking routes, but Makalu base camp trek is one for the solitary and adventurous travellers. It is the most underrated trekking route in Nepal.

This journey will lead to experiencing various Himalayan landscapes as well as cultures. The low terrace farmlands of Rai inhabitants welcome the start of journey. The best part is, what local people and culture offer you. Their warm-hearted welcome and attachment to their tradition and mountains is astounding. Though economically poor, they are rich in culture and heart.

The lower region of the Makalu National park is covered with rhododendron forests and terraced farmlands. While the upper region of park has scenic beauty of mountains, granite cliffs, glacier lakes and waterfalls with dense green forests.

The trekking route lies mostly in Makalu Barun National park. It’s the home to various species of birds, endangered animals and several medicinal plants. Some of the rare species of birds like Himalayan peacock, babbler and animals like red panda, Himalayan Thar, musk deer, snow leopard etc live in the dense green forest of Makalu Barun National park.

Higher the altitude higher the challenge and higher the excitement in this trek.

The trekking routes are not easy, they are mostly unexplored and unblemished. The mountains breathing out cold air will also make the journey more difficult. But for adventure lovers, it’s the unreal experience.

The granite cliffs and enchanting waterfalls keep the trekking flowing. As there are very few tea houses and lodges on the way, this becomes more like camp trekking. 

While the cameras may only focus on the scenic beauty of the place, the culture and innocence of local communities like Sherpa, Rai, Limbu and others must also be captured. This trekking is special not only in the context of a challenge but also the diversity in landscapes and culture of inhabitants.

Makalu Base Camp Trek Underrated but Overwhelming

Through the remote valleys of Arun and Barun, the trekking routes lead its way to base Makalu base camp. For the solitary adventure and nature loving trekkers, Makalu Barun Base camp trek is one to never miss. This trekking route is underrated but highly overwhelming.

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