Makalu- Barun National Park has one of the richest Bio-diversity among all the conserved areas in Nepal. It is located in eastern Nepal. The area covers the bio-diversity of plants and animals, which has been the attraction to tourists over the years. Red Panda, snow leopard, Himalayan black beer and gray leopard are some of the attractions of the park. One of the main attractions is the unbeatable display of rhododendrons on the Milke Danda ridge, thought to be one of the best anywhere. Everywhere in the region can be found magnificent examples of Himalayan orchids and other wildflowers including many valuable medicinal plants. Similarly animals can be elusive throughout the area but bird’s life is prolific while deer and wild sheep often spotted. Recently, increased sightings of snow leopard have been reported in the mountainous part.

This trek begins after a one hour flight from Kathmandu, we will arrive in Tumlingtar just above the Arun River. We will follow the traditional Newari trade route along the ridge crest to Mani Bhanjyang. Ascending alone numerous switchbacks and cross suspension bridges, we will see Hindu and Buddhist Gompas and brightly painted Mani walls as make our way to Tashi Gaon, the last village on the trek to base camp. We will walk through a lovely cloud forest and have exceptional views of Makalu and Chamlang. We will cross tow passes and descend into Mumbuk through forest of fir trees and rhododendrons. We will pass through the meadow at Yangle Kharke to Merick past waterfalls cascading for the hundreds of feet on either side of the granite walled valley. We will be well above the tree like at this point in the truly Alpine conditions and will enjoy excellent views of Peak 3, Peak 4, Peak 5 and Chamlang. Depending on how w fell, we will either make our way to Makalu Base Camp (17000ft) or Hillary Base Camp (17384ft) a bit farther up the glacier. Here we will take well deserved days with plenty of time for exploration then we make our way back to Tumlintar and we will fly from Tumlintar to Kathmandu, relishing the spectacular views of the Himalaya from the air.

Makalu National Park Botanical Trekking – 21 Days (Journey to the 8000 meter Himalayan giant of the Barun Valley)

   Highlights of the trip

• Visit temple, Art/architecture and pogadas, heritage sites in Kathmandu

• Scenic flight to and from Tumlintar

• Explore the Makalu Barun National Park

• Rich variety of flora and fauna

• Both mid -hill & Sherpa cultural experience

• In the mid -hills are mainly inhabited by Rai, Tamang, Brahmin,Kshetri etc

• Undisturbed wild life and forest

• Makalu Base Camp

• Panoramic views of eastern mountain range including Everest range

• Unforgettable adventure and photographic journey