Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll get picked up at the airport and taken to your hotel. After getting settled, there's a briefing around 4:30 or 5pm to go over the trek details. The rest of your day is yours to walk around Kathmandu, check out the temples, and browse through the markets.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Air pots to Hotel )
Optional Activities
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple, Nepal's most sacred Hindu temple
- Visit Boudhanath, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal
- Explore Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
- Wander through Thamel precinct markets and shops
- Visit World Heritage Listed plazas of Patan, Bhaktapur or Durbar Square
Landmarks/POIs Pashupatinath Boudhanath Swayambhunath Patan Durbar Square Bhaktapur Durbar Square Durbar Square 
- Day 2
Kathmandu to Taplejung
Early morning flight heads to Bhadrapur with nice views of eastern Nepal's landscape. Once you land, it's about an 8-hour drive to Taplejung, but you'll stop in Illam's tea gardens for lunch and a break.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at Illam tea gardens)
Included Activities
- Flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur
- Lunch at tea gardens in Illam
Landmarks/POIs Illam Tea Gardens - Day 3
Taplejung to Hellok
The trek starts by crossing a suspension bridge over a small river toward Mitlung or Sinuwa. The trail goes down to the Tamor River passing through villages and terraced fields. After that you'll follow narrow paths along the river, then gradually climb through fields to reach Hellok village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Taplejung to Hellok
- Cross suspension bridge
- Walk along Tamor River
Landmarks/POIs Tamor River - Day 4
Hellok to Mamasik
You'll trek to Mamasik going gradually uphill through nice terrain where you'll meet friendly local people. The route follows Simbuwa Khola and you'll have chances to stop for tea and talk with villagers along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Hellok to Mamasik
- Walk along Simbuwa Khola
Landmarks/POIs Simbuwa Khola - Day 5
Mamasik to Tortong
This day's trek gradually climbs while following the Sibuwa river, crossing it again to the left side. A short steep uphill section takes you through rhododendron, bamboo bushes and thick forest to reach Tortong. Keep your eyes open for red pandas, wild boar, bears, musk deer and birds.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Mamasik to Tortong
- Trek through rhododendron and bamboo forest
- Wildlife viewing
Landmarks/POIs Sibuwa River - Day 6
Tortong to Cheram
You'll trek through dense forest with beautiful bamboo and rhododendron trees, with the river nearby the whole time. Walking along Simbuwa Khola with gradual uphill sections gets you to Cheram by day's end.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tortong to Cheram
- Walk through dense bamboo and rhododendron forest
Landmarks/POIs Simbuwa Khola - Day 7
Cheram to Yalung Base Camp and return to Cheram
The trek continues up the valley following streams and climbing moraine until you're face to face with Kanchenjunga's southern face. You'll visit Oktang Monastery and reach Yalung Base Camp where the views of Kumbakarna, Nyukla Lachung and other peaks are really something. Later you'll head back down and spend the night at Cheram.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Yalung Base Camp
- Visit Oktang Monastery
- Ascent of moraine
- Views of Kanchenjunga, Jannu Himal
Landmarks/POIs Yalung Base Camp Oktang Monastery Kanchenjunga Jannu Himal - Day 8
Cheram to Sele La Pass
After breakfast you're crossing four passes today: Sinelapche Bhanjyang, Mirgin La, Sinon La, and Sele La. Prayer flags mark steep sections of trail near Sele La pass. You'll overnight at Sele La.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek and cross four passes: Sinelapche Bhanjyang, Mirgin La, Sinon La, Sele La
Landmarks/POIs Sinelapche Bhanjyang Mirgin La Pass Sinon La Pass Sele La Pass - Day 9
Sele La to Ghunsa
Following breakfast, the trek heads north with Tangbgharma Danda nearby. You'll pass a Chorten marked by prayer flags where a steep trail begins. Then you descend through rhododendron, birch and pine forests before coming to the nice village of Ghunsa.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Sele La to Ghunsa
- Descent through rhododendron, birch and pine forests
Landmarks/POIs Tangbgharma Danda - Day 10
Rest Day in Ghunsa
This is your rest day in Ghunsa, a beautiful settlement of Sherpa people. You can check out the local monastery, visit a juniper and incense factory, and look around antique shops selling handmade carpets. Ghunsa sits as the gateway to Kanchenjunga's North and South base camps.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Monastery in Ghunsa
- Visit Juniper and incense factory
- Explore handmade carpet shops
Landmarks/POIs Ghunsa - Day 11
Ghunsa to Khaka
Early morning trek descends from Ghunsa along the main trail next to Ghunsa Kola. You'll then climb to summer grazing pastures at Khaka where you'll set up camp for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Ghunsa to Khaka
- Trek along Ghunsa Kola
Landmarks/POIs Ghunsa Kola - Day 12
Khaka to Yangma Kola
You're starting early to catch the best views while crossing the Nango La pass. After that you descend into a bowl-shaped valley, staying on the northern side of the river and going through thick forest to reach Yangma Kola.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek and cross Nango La pass
- Trek through thick forest
Landmarks/POIs Nango La Pass Yangma Kola - Day 13
Yangma Kola to Upper Lang Male
The trek goes through complete wilderness with pine and rhododendron forests. After about 2.5 hours you'll reach Jadak at 3630m for lunch. Then another 3 hours through rhododendron and mixed forests gets you to Upper Lang Male where you'll camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Jadak), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Yangma Kola to Upper Lang Male
- Trek through wilderness area
Landmarks/POIs Jadak - Day 14
Upper Lang Male to Tangchetar
You're trekking through areas where snow leopards have been spotted. The trail runs along a small river through dense rhododendron forest. After roughly 3 hours you'll get to Tangchetar at 4200m for lunch.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Tangchetar), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Upper Lang Male to Tangchetar
- Wildlife viewing opportunity (snow leopards)
Landmarks/POIs Tangchetar - Day 15
Tangchetar to Lumba Sumba Pass
This is the toughest but most memorable day of your trek. You'll cross the Lumba Sumba Pass at 5200m, and an early start is recommended for safety in the afternoon. After 4.5 hours you're at the pass with panoramic Himalayan views of eastern Nepal including Kanchenjunga, Jannu Himal and Makalu ranges.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek and cross Lumba Sumba Pass (5200m)
- Views of Kanchenjunga, Jannu Himal, Makalu
Landmarks/POIs Lumba Sumba Pass Kanchenjunga Jannu Himal Makalu - Day 16
Lumba Sumba Pass to Thudam
After 3 days of challenging climbing, today's mostly downhill trek brings you back toward civilization. The roughly 6-hour walk takes you to Thudam, a small isolated village with around 30 houses of Sherpa people.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Lumba Sumba Pass to Thudam
- Return to civilization
Landmarks/POIs Thudam - Day 17
Thudam to Kharka
The trek runs along the bank of Chujung Khola with views of peaks in the Makalu range. The trail's great for spotting red pandas with its many small bushes and bamboo groves. After lots of ups and downs you'll reach Kharka for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Thudam to Kharka
- Trek along Chujung Khola
- Wildlife viewing opportunity (red panda)
Landmarks/POIs Chujung Khola Makalu Range - Day 18
Kharka to Chyamthang
You'll trek through dense rhododendron forest where there aren't any villages. After about 3 hours you get to Chaurikharka for lunch with clear views of Chyamtang and Arun River. In the afternoon you head downhill for 3 hours to Arun River, cross a suspension bridge, then climb for about an hour to Chyamthang.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Chaurikharka), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Kharka to Chyamthang
- Cross suspension bridge over Arun River
Landmarks/POIs Chaurikharka Arun River Chyamthang - Day 19
Chyamthang to Hongon
You're trekking above the north bank of Arun River in a warmer climate with lots of bird sounds. You'll pass through small villages of mixed Rai and Bhotia inhabitants. Several tributary rivers are crossed on suspension bridges with the Makalu range visible. An easy afternoon walk along good trail takes you to the Bhotia village of Hongon at 2100m.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Gimber village), Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chyamthang to Hongon
- Trek along Arun River
- Cross suspension bridges
- Views of Makalu range
Landmarks/POIs Arun River Makalu Range Hongon - Day 20
Hongon to Saldin Kharka
It's a short day but with steep ridge climbs and a minor pass at 2710m. You'll climb to Chhurpi pass with gentle up and down sections to another hill. Then descend to Dhugge Kharka via Tip Pokhari. Walk through bamboo forest with gentle descent and a gentle climb up to Saldin Kharka.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Hongon to Saldin Kharka
- Cross Chhurpi pass (2710m)
- Trek through bamboo forest
Landmarks/POIs Chhurpi Pass Tip Pokhari Dhugge Kharka Saldin Kharka - Day 21
Saldin Kharka to Molun Pokhari
Today you're climbing to Molun Pokhari all day, starting through jungle then moving into the alpine zone. Molun Pokhari is a beautiful high altitude location very close to the China border with views all around you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Saldin Kharka to Molun Pokhari
- Trek through alpine zone
Landmarks/POIs Molun Pokhari - Day 22
Molun Pokhari to Saldin Kharka
The descent day starts with a climb to Chhurpi pass with gentle up and down sections to another hill. You'll descend to Dhugge Kharka via Tip Pokhari. Walk through bamboo forest with gentle descent for an hour and gentle climb to Saldin Kharka where local people bring cattle in summer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Molun Pokhari to Saldin Kharka
- Cross Chhurpi pass
- Trek through bamboo forest
Landmarks/POIs Chhurpi Pass Tip Pokhari Dhugge Kharka Saldin Kharka - Day 23
Saldin Kharka to Kalo Pokhari
This is a challenging and tricky day starting with descent following the river to Saldin Khola. Cross the khola and climb to Nava Odar through deep jungle transitioning to alpine area. You'll navigate rocky terrain around Nava Odar where there's some landslide risk. Steep climb to Batase Dada, then climb another pass before final descent and ups-and-downs to Kalo Pokhari.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Saldin Kharka to Kalo Pokhari
- Cross Saldin Khola
- Trek through alpine and jungle zones
Landmarks/POIs Saldin Khola Nava Odar Batase Dada Kalo Pokhari - Day 24
Kalo Pokhari to Barun River
You're crossing two passes today: gentle climb to Afthero Dada followed by steep descent to a landslide area which is the difficult section. Then steep climb to Thulo Suntali and steep descent to Barun River, a holy river in Hindu culture. Camp overnight with views of Mt. Makalu.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Kalo Pokhari to Barun River
- Cross Afthero Dada pass
- Cross Thulo Suntali pass
- Views of Mt. Makalu
Landmarks/POIs Afthero Dada Thulo Suntali Barun River Makalu - Day 25
Barun River to Langmale and beyond
Trek along the north bank of Barun River crossing Langmale and Todas. You'll see Shiva Dhara holy cave and Amaphujung along the way. From Langmale there are views of Tutsi and Salding mountain range.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek along Barun River
- Visit Shiva Dhara holy cave
- Views of Amaphujung, Tutsi and Salding mountain ranges
Landmarks/POIs Shiva Dhara Amaphujung Langmale - Day 26
Langmale to Makalu Base Camp
Your final trekking day takes you to Makalu Base Camp. You'll make way up to Shershong then to Makalu Base Camp. The trail is flat with icy glaciers and snow-clad mountains. Mt. Makalu comes into view as you approach Shershong. Take in the majestic Himalayan landscape surrounding the camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Langmale Kharka to Makalu Base Camp
- Trek past Shershong
- Reach Makalu Base Camp
Landmarks/POIs Shershong Makalu Base Camp Makalu - Day 27
Rest Day at Makalu Base Camp
This rest day at Makalu Base Camp gives you time to soak it in. It's a rocky barren place with the large Braun Glacier beyond. You can see the magnificent south face of Makalu and the complete panorama including Everest and Lhotse. Explore surrounding lakes, glaciers and maybe take a short trek up to celebrate what you've done.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore surrounding lakes and glaciers
- Optional short trek from base camp
Landmarks/POIs Makalu Base Camp Braun Glacier Makalu Everest Lhotse - Day 28
Makalu Base Camp to Yangri Kharka
You begin descending from base camp taking one last look at Makalu before heading back. Pass through Shershong, Langmale Kharka, Merek and descend down the valley finally stopping at Yangri Kharka.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Descend from Makalu Base Camp
- Trek to Yangri Kharka
Landmarks/POIs Shershong Langmale Kharka Merek Yangri Kharka - Day 29
Yangri Kharka to Debate
Trek along the south bank of Barun River to Jyathhe Odar then climb to Debate. The trail has perfect stone steps all the way. You'll see Mt. Makalu and other mountains and valley views. Descend through rockfalls, green forests, and valley following river banks of Barun.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Yangri Kharka to Debate
- Trek along Barun River
- Views of Mt. Makalu
Landmarks/POIs Jyathhe Odar Barun River Debate Makalu - Day 30
Debate to Khongma Danda
You're crossing two passes in one day. Steep climb from Debate to Mumbuk through firs and rhododendron forests. Cross Keke La, Tutu La which is also called Shipton's Pass, and Kauma La passes. Descend to Khongma Danda with panoramic mountain views of Kanchenjunga, Chamlang, Tutsemt and Mt. Makalu.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Debate to Khongma Danda
- Cross multiple passes: Keke La, Tutu La, Kauma La
- Mountain panoramic views
Landmarks/POIs Mumbuk Keke La Tutu La Kauma La Khongma Danda Kanchenjunga Makalu - Day 31
Khongma Danda to Seduwa
It's a longer day with steep descent by stone step trail through deep jungle to Tashi Gaun, the first village after Hongon. The trail continues down to Seduwa crossing different communities. You'll see farming including cardamom cultivation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Khongma Danda to Seduwa
- Trek through jungle terrain
- Visit multiple communities
Landmarks/POIs Tashi Gaun Seduwa - Day 32
Seduwa to Tumlingtar
Trek from Seduwa through lush forests toward Num. After Num you'll drive to Khatbari along Tumlingtar, an approximately 5-hour journey. You'll stay overnight in Tumlingtar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Seduwa to Num
- Drive from Num to Khatbari and Tumlingtar (approximately 5 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Num Khatbari Tumlingtar - Day 33
Tumlingtar to Kathmandu
Fly back to Kathmandu after your long trek in the mountains. Rest and relax throughout the day at your hotel or reach out to loved ones back home.
Included Activities
- Flight from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu
- Day 34
Kathmandu to Departure
Your final day in Nepal has breakfast and some last-minute shopping in Kathmandu. Then you'll head to Kathmandu International Airport with plenty of time before your flight home.
Included Activities
- Final breakfast in Nepal
- Transfer to Kathmandu International Airport
Optional Activities
- Last-minute shopping in Kathmandu
Landmarks/POIs Kathmandu International Airport
