Fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, a 45-minute flight east across the foothills to an airstrip in the Arun valley at about 400 m. On a clear morning you see Makalu and Everest from the plane. Tumlingtar is hot and humid compared with Kathmandu, so keep water handy. Your agency meets you, and you transfer to a hotel in town or continue to Khandbari. Spend the afternoon checking permits, packing and resting. If the flight is delayed by cloud, keep your plans flexible, because Tumlingtar flights are among the first to be cancelled.
Makalu Base Camp Trek
A 16-day trek from Seduwa over the Shipton La and up the Barun valley to Makalu Base Camp, through Makalu Barun National Park, with a flight to Tumlingtar.
- 天數16
- 最高海拔4,830 公尺
- 距離93.8 公里
- 爬升6,001 公尺
- 難度困難
- 最佳月份Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- 許可2
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Makalu Base Camp Trek是位於尼泊爾Makalu地區的 16 天健行路線，最高海拔達 4,830 公尺。外國健行者可以在 FindTrekkingPartner 發布行程，填入日期、預算與步調，為這條路線尋找夥伴。在雙方健行者都同意之前，配對結果會保持私密，且服務完全免費。 以中等價位計算，四位健行者共用時，持照嚮導 16 天的費用約為每人 131 美元（USD），一人獨自健行則為 525 美元（USD）。最佳季節為Mar–May, Oct–Nov。 這裡實務上需要持照嚮導：據 2026 年業者回報，尼泊爾旅遊局 2023 年 4 月的規定在國家公園與保護區的檢查哨會被執行，其中朗塘（Langtang）最嚴格，安納布爾納（Annapurna）也會查驗（2026 年 10 月 19 日查證）。請透過登記代理商聘請嚮導，並向他們確認。 這條路線的開放行程列於下方，附有出發月份、團隊人數與剩餘名額。 最後查證日期：2026年10月19日。資料來源：尼泊爾旅遊局（Nepal Tourism Board）、DNPWC、移民局。
資料來源:Department of Immigration, NepalNepal Tourism BoardDepartment of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation
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概覽
從 Kathmandu 出發埡口：Shipton La16 天 · 最高 4,830 公尺
最佳季節：Mar–May, Oct–Nov · 許可：Makalu Barun National Park entry permit, TIMS card where required
The Makalu Base Camp trek is a 16-day journey into the Barun valley of Sankhuwasabha District, ending at the base camp of Makalu, the fifth-highest mountain in the world at roughly 8,480 m. This plan flies from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar, drives to Seduwa, then climbs through Tashigaon and Khongma Danda, crosses the Shipton La at about 4,250 m and follows the Barun Khola through Yangle Kharka and Langmale Kharka to base camp at about 4,830 m. After a rest day at the top you return the same way and fly back. The trek is inside Makalu Barun National Park and needs the park permit and a licensed guide is strongly advised. It covers about 94 km on foot with about 6,000 m of climbing and suits fit trekkers who are comfortable with remote trails, basic lodges and a few nights above 4,000 m. October to November and March to May are the best months.
What the trek is like
The trail begins at Seduwa, about 1,600 m, and climbs steadily on stone steps through millet and cardamom fields, then oak and rhododendron forest to Tashigaon, a Rai village on a ridge. A steep climb of about 1,500 m takes you to Khongma Danda, where lodges sit on a ridge with views of Makalu, Chamlang and Baruntse. The Shipton La is a modest pass, and the walk drops to Dobate and then follows the Barun Khola through fir, birch and juniper to Yangle Kharka, a seasonal meadow. Above it the valley opens, and Langmale Kharka and the base camp sit under the south face of Makalu. The return follows the same route in shorter, easier days.
Highlights
- Makalu Base Camp and the view of the pyramid of Makalu and Chamlang
- Shipton La, with views of the Makalu and Kanchenjunga ranges on a clear day
- Forest that changes from rhododendron to birch and juniper within a few days
- Rai villages with millet terraces, bamboo houses and local festivals
- Quiet trails and few other trekkers
Permits and rules
You need the Makalu Barun National Park entry permit, which is bought through your agency or at the park checkpoint, and a TIMS card where the local office asks for it. Makalu is generally treated as a national park trek, not a restricted area, but rules for border districts have been changing, and a 2026 press report about controlled areas in 13 districts is worth checking with a registered agency. The Nepal Tourism Board April 2023 rule requires foreign trekkers to use a licensed guide in national parks and conservation areas, and 2026 operator reports say checkpoints enforce it in Annapurna (ACAP), Langtang (the strictest) and most other parks, but not in Khumbu, where the municipality opted out (checked 19 October 2026). See the guide rule by region. Ask for current fees and check them with the park office or the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation.
Best season
October and November are the best: stable weather, clear views and the harvest in the villages. April and May bring rhododendron and warmer days, and the Shipton La is usually open. March can have snow on the pass. The monsoon has leeches, landslides and cloud, and winter is very cold, with deep snow above Khongma Danda.
Altitude
The first big gain is from Tashigaon (about 2,120 m) to Khongma Danda (3,600 m), so take it slowly and drink plenty. The pass and Dobate (3,860 m) are a modest step, Yangle Kharka (3,630 m) is lower again and Langmale Kharka (4,440 m) and the base camp (4,830 m) are the highest sleeps. This plan includes a rest day at base camp, and many agencies add another at Langmale Kharka. Watch for headache, nausea and poor sleep, never ascend with symptoms, and descend if they worsen. Discuss altitude medicine with your doctor.
Getting there and away
Fly Kathmandu to Tumlingtar (about 45 minutes), then take a jeep via Khandbari and Num to Seduwa in 4 to 5 hours. At the end, the jeep returns from Seduwa to Tumlingtar, and you fly back the next morning. Flights are weather dependent, so keep a buffer day. If planes do not fly, the overland route from Kathmandu or Biratnagar takes about 20 hours.
Lodges, food and costs
Lodges at Seduwa, Tashigaon, Khongma Danda, Dobate, Yangle Kharka and Langmale Kharka offer simple rooms, blankets and dal bhat, noodles and tea. At base camp there is a small teahouse and a camping area. Facilities are basic, and agencies often carry tents and a cook for the upper valley. Prices rise with altitude, and you should carry enough cash for the whole trek.
Packing list
Broken-in boots, waterproof layers, a down jacket, a sleeping bag rated to about minus 15 C, gloves, hat, sunglasses, gaiters, trekking poles, a headlamp, water purification and a first-aid kit. Add leech socks for wet months and microspikes for early spring.
Who this trek suits and how to prepare
The trek suits fit trekkers with some multi-day experience who like quiet, remote trails. Prepare with hill walking, stair climbing and some days with a loaded pack. The first climb to Khongma Danda is steep, and descents are hard on the knees.
The plan at a glance
Day 1 flies to Tumlingtar and day 2 drives to Seduwa. Days 3 to 8 walk to Tashigaon, Khongma Danda, Dobate, Yangle Kharka, Langmale Kharka and base camp. Day 9 is a rest day at base camp. Days 10 to 14 return to Yangle Kharka, Dobate, Khongma Danda, Tashigaon and Seduwa, day 15 drives to Tumlingtar and day 16 flies to Kathmandu.
Extensions
Add a day at Khongma Danda for acclimatisation, an extra night at Langmale Kharka, or a walk to the Barun Pokhari lake near base camp. Experienced trekkers with technical gear and a specialist agency can continue over the Sherpani Col or the Tutu La toward the Everest region, but those routes need full expedition support.
Practical tips from the trail
- Walking times in the day plan are estimates from distance and climb, checked against operator itineraries; real times differ with pace, load and weather.
- Start early on the climb to Khongma Danda, and keep a steady pace.
- Keep a warm layer and a rain shell in your day bag from Dobate onward.
- Carry small notes, as villages have no machines.
- Check the weather before the Shipton La, because snow can close it.
- Book your return flight with flexible dates.
Responsible trekking
Take rubbish out, camp only where your agency has permission, and avoid fires and cutting wood in the park. Ask before photographing people, and walk clockwise around mani walls and chortens.
亮點
- Makalu Base Camp at about 4,830 m beneath the fifth-highest mountain
- Shipton La at about 4,250 m and the high ridge villages
- Barun valley forest from subtropical to alpine in one walk
- Rai villages and rhododendron forest around Tashigaon
- Yangle Kharka and Langmale Kharka pastures under Chamlang and Baruntse
路線地圖
路線資料來自 OpenStreetMap，尚未經我們團隊查核。請用於規劃，而非導航。
逐日行程
你今晚的過夜海拔比前一晚高 1,210 公尺，超過一般 500 公尺的準則。請放慢速度、多喝水，並留意是否頭痛或噁心。
Drive from Tumlingtar through Khandbari and Num, crossing the Arun river and climbing through terraced hills to Seduwa at about 1,610 m. The jeep ride takes 4 to 5 hours on a rough road with views of rice, millet and cardamom fields and Rai farmhouses. Seduwa is a ridge village and the start of the trail, with lodges and a national park checkpost where your permits are checked. Meet your porters, sort the loads and enjoy the cool air. The first walking day begins tomorrow.
你今晚的過夜海拔比前一晚高 510 公尺，超過一般 500 公尺的準則。請放慢速度、多喝水，並留意是否頭痛或噁心。
The trail leaves Seduwa and climbs gently through rhododendron, oak and bamboo forest to Tashigaon at about 2,120 m. The day is about 8 km with a climb of 530 m, taking 3.5 to 4 hours, and it follows a ridge with views of Makalu on clear days. Tashigaon is a Rai village of bamboo and stone houses with homestays and lodges, a school and a gompa. Rest, drink water and prepare for the steep day ahead. Leeches can appear in wet weather, so carry salt or repellent.
你今晚的過夜海拔比前一晚高 1,480 公尺，超過一般 500 公尺的準則。請放慢速度、多喝水，並留意是否頭痛或噁心。
A steep climb from Tashigaon to Khongma Danda at about 3,600 m. The route is only 6 km but gains about 1,530 m, so allow 5 to 6 hours and go slowly. The path rises through rhododendron and fir forest with views opening on the Barun valley, and the air becomes cold. Khongma Danda is a ridge with a few lodges and a view of Makalu, Chamlang and Baruntse. Put on warm layers, eat well and sleep early. Watch for headache and poor sleep after this big gain.
Walk along the ridge and over the Shipton La, at about 4,250 m, before descending to Dobate at about 3,860 m. The day is about 7 km, with a climb of 770 m and a descent of 530 m, taking 3.5 to 5 hours. The pass has views of the Makalu and Kanchenjunga ranges on a clear day and can be icy in spring and late autumn. Dobate is a small seasonal settlement with a teahouse in a forest clearing. The air is cold, so keep your down jacket within reach.
Descend through fir and rhododendron forest from Dobate to the Barun Khola and follow it to Yangle Kharka at about 3,630 m, about 9 km in 3.5 to 4 hours. The trail crosses side streams on log bridges and passes Mumbuk, with views of waterfalls and cliffs. Yangle Kharka is a large seasonal meadow with lodges and yak herders' huts, and the first place with open views of the upper valley. You have lost some altitude, which helps sleep. Walk around the meadow in the afternoon and rest.
你今晚的過夜海拔比前一晚高 810 公尺，超過一般 500 公尺的準則。請放慢速度、多喝水，並留意是否頭痛或噁心。
Climb up the Barun valley from Yangle Kharka to Langmale Kharka at about 4,440 m. The day is about 8 km, with a climb of 810 m, and takes 4 to 5 hours. The trail passes through juniper and rhododendron scrub, then open moraine slopes with Chamlang in view. Langmale Kharka is a stone teahouse and camping area with a cold, windswept feel. Drink water, eat well and rest early. Tomorrow you reach base camp, the highest point of the trek.
The final climb to Makalu Base Camp at about 4,830 m follows the moraine above the Barun glacier, a route of about 8.5 km with 470 m of climbing, taking 3 to 4 hours. You pass the Merek area and the lakes near the glacier, and the south face of Makalu rises ahead. The base camp has a small teahouse and a camping area, and it is cold and windy. Take photographs in the afternoon light, hydrate and sleep warmly. Watch for any symptoms of altitude sickness.
A rest day at base camp. Spend it walking gently around the camp and the nearby lakes, taking photographs and enjoying the mountain views, while keeping an easy pace. There is no need to climb higher, and many trekkers feel the altitude here, so drink water, eat well and listen to your body. Use the quiet time to dry gear and talk with your guide about the return. Nights are very cold, so keep your sleeping bag and a hot water bottle.
Retrace your steps from base camp down the Barun valley to Yangle Kharka at about 3,630 m, a long descent of about 16 km with a loss of 1,320 m, taking 4 to 6 hours. The air thickens as you descend, and you may feel stronger and hungrier. The trail passes Langmale Kharka and the moraine slopes, and you can enjoy views that you missed on the way up. Yangle Kharka's lodges offer hot food and a warm room. Use poles to spare your knees.
Walk from Yangle Kharka back to Dobate at about 3,860 m, about 9 km with a climb of 670 m and a descent of 450 m, taking 3.5 to 5 hours. You return through forest and cross the streams on log bridges. Dobate is a small clearing with a teahouse, and the air is cold. The ascent is a reminder of how much you have walked down, but the pace is gentle. Keep warm layers on, because temperatures fall quickly in the afternoon.
Cross the Shipton La again, from Dobate to Khongma Danda at about 3,600 m, about 7 km with a climb of 540 m and a descent of 770 m, taking 3 to 4 hours. The weather on the pass can change quickly, so start early and check conditions with your guide. The ridge walk has views of the Makalu range and the Arun valley in good weather. Khongma Danda's lodges are cold but comfortable, and the next day is a long downhill.
A long descent from Khongma Danda to Tashigaon at about 2,120 m, about 6 km with a drop of 1,550 m, taking 2.5 to 3.5 hours. The steep steps are hard on the knees, so use poles and take short breaks. The forest gets thicker and warmer as you descend, and you may see rhododendron and bamboo again. Tashigaon is a pleasant Rai village for a hot meal and a rest. Leeches may be present in wet weather. The effort is rewarded by thicker, warmer air.
Walk from Tashigaon down to Seduwa at about 1,610 m, about 8 km and 500 m of descent in 2 to 3 hours, retracing the ridge trail through forest and fields. It is the last day on foot, so enjoy the views of terraces, bamboo houses and distant peaks. Seduwa's lodges are simple but comfortable, and the village is a good place to thank your porters and crew. Pack your bags, reorganise your gear and enjoy a celebration dinner. The jeep is booked for the morning.
Drive from Seduwa to Tumlingtar, about 4 to 5 hours through Num and Khandbari, the reverse of the first drive. The road winds down through terraced fields and tropical vegetation, and the temperature rises quickly. In Tumlingtar, check in to a hotel near the airport and wash off the trail dust. Spend the afternoon resting and checking your onward flight. If the weather is bad, a spare day is useful, because flights from Tumlingtar are often delayed. Keep your passport and flight tickets within easy reach.
你今晚的過夜海拔比前一晚高 1,000 公尺，超過一般 500 公尺的準則。請放慢速度、多喝水，並留意是否頭痛或噁心。
Fly from Tumlingtar to Kathmandu, about 45 minutes, and transfer to your hotel. The flight offers a last view of the Himalaya on clear mornings. Back in Kathmandu, you can shower, repack and explore Thamel or Patan. Keep a spare day after the trek in case of flight delays. Tip your guide and porters according to your agency's guidelines, and enjoy a good dinner to celebrate your journey to the foot of Makalu. Keep your passport and permit copies in your hand luggage for the airport checks.
高度適應
逐夜的過夜海拔。紅色長條表示比前一晚爬升超過 500 公尺；休息日會另外標示。
- 過夜海拔
- 爬升超過 500 公尺
- 休息日
費用
每人的全包估計費用：依海拔計算的旅舍與餐食、交通、許可，以及嚮導與挑夫。分攤嚮導與挑夫的健行者越多，每個人付的就越少。 截至 2026年10月。
| 風格 | 1 位健行者分攤 | 2 位健行者分攤 | 4 位健行者分攤 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 經濟 | US$1,050–US$1,600* | US$910–US$1,350* | US$820–US$1,200* |
| 中等 | US$1,350–US$2,100* | US$1,100–US$1,650* | US$1,000–US$1,500* |
| 舒適 | US$1,500–US$2,300* | US$1,350–US$2,000* | US$1,250–US$1,850* |
分攤嚮導，省下開銷
以中等價位計算，單獨健行者約需支付 US$1,350–US$2,100；四位健行者分攤一位嚮導和兩位挑夫，每人約 US$1,000–US$1,500（以價格區間上限計算，少 28%）。
2 位健行者分攤的費用明細
| 項目 | 經濟 | 中等 | 舒適 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 旅舍與餐食 | US$350–US$550 | US$470–US$720 | US$610–US$920 |
| 交通 | US$300–US$400 | US$300–US$400 | US$300–US$400 |
| 許可 | US$70–US$80 | US$70–US$80 | US$70–US$80 |
| 嚮導 | US$170–US$290 | US$170–US$290 | US$170–US$290 |
| 挑夫 | — | US$90–US$160 | US$180–US$310 |
經濟型使用大眾運輸且不請挑夫；中等價位為兩位健行者共用一位挑夫和一輛包車；舒適型則每位健行者各有一位挑夫。在規定需要嚮導，或風格為中等價位或舒適型時，費用已包含嚮導。
每晚旅舍與餐食（房間與一份 dal bhat 餐）
6 晚Below 2,500 m：房間 US$2–US$9，dal bhat US$4–US$7 · 4 晚2,500 to 3,800 m：房間 US$4–US$11，dal bhat US$5–US$11 · 5 晚Above 3,800 m：房間 US$7–US$19，dal bhat US$8–US$13
許可費用（官方來源）
不含
找不到以下項目的公開價格：Tumlingtar to Seduwa jeep, out and back。標有 * 的總額未計入這些項目；請向旅行社詢問。 The upper Makalu trail has basic lodges and some camping.
費用來源
- PriceNepal: Nepal Travel Cost Guide 2026 (2026-05-14)
- Third Rock Adventures: Nepal trek budget planner (2026-05-09)
- Himalayan Partner: Guide and porter price in Nepal 2026 (2026-02-10)
- Shikhar Adventure: Annapurna Circuit trek cost (2026-02-03)
- Nepal Tourism Board: Trekking Permit (2026-10-18)
估算依據業者指南，並非報價。小費、保險、裝備與加德滿都的飯店不包含；美元依平台匯率計算。
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常見問題
Hard. The trail is remote, with a steep climb to Khongma Danda, long days, basic lodges and several nights above 4,000 m. Previous multi-day trekking experience is advised.
You need the Makalu Barun National Park entry permit. The Nepal Tourism Board April 2023 rule requires foreign trekkers to use a licensed guide in national parks and conservation areas, and 2026 operator reports say checkpoints enforce it in Annapurna (ACAP), Langtang (the strictest) and most other parks, but not in Khumbu, where the municipality opted out (checked 19 October 2026). Confirm with a registered agency.
Sixteen days from Kathmandu on this plan, including the flight to Tumlingtar, a drive to Seduwa, eight walking days up, a rest day at base camp and five days back. Some agencies allow 18 to 20.
About 4,830 m, according to OpenStreetMap, although guides often quote 4,870 m. There is no fixed marker, so figures differ.
October and November, and April and May. The monsoon has leeches and landslides, and the Shipton La can hold snow in March and winter.
Fly Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and take a jeep via Khandbari and Num in 4 to 5 hours. The overland alternative from Kathmandu takes about 20 hours.
Yes, simple lodges at Seduwa, Tashigaon, Khongma Danda, Dobate, Yangle Kharka and Langmale Kharka, and a small teahouse and camping area at base camp. Agencies often carry tents and a cook.
資料來源
- Makalu Base Camp Trek (Nepal Alternative Treks)
- Makalu Base Camp Trek, 20 days (Trekking in Nepal)
- Makalu (Wikipedia)
- Makalu Barun National Park (Wikipedia)
- Sankhuwasabha District (Wikipedia)
- Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation, Nepal
- Restrictions on trekking for foreigners in controlled areas of 13 districts (Kantipur, 6 May 2026)
- Nepal Tourism Board
- Himalayan Rescue Association
- OpenStreetMap (elevation tags of passes, peaks and villages)
沿途地點
路線每一天沿途的住宿、醫療協助、水源與景點。
1. Kathmandu → Tumlingtar
- Tribhuvan International Airport · 機場與交通 · 1,340 公尺
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- Tribhuvan International Airport · 機場與交通 · 1,340 公尺
- Tumlingtar Airport · 機場與交通 · 401 公尺
2. Tumlingtar → Seduwa
這一天尚未標繪任何地點。這一天尚未標繪任何地點。3. Seduwa → Tashigaon
- Makalu Barun Lodge · 住宿 · 1,595 公尺
- Seduwa Hotel · 住宿 · 1,607 公尺
- Hotel Lakpa · 住宿 · 1,624 公尺
- New Pasang Lamu Hotel & Lodge · 住宿 · 1,629 公尺
4. Tashigaon → Khongma Danda
這一天尚未標繪任何地點。這一天尚未標繪任何地點。5. Khongma Danda → Dobate
- Sano Pokhari · 自然 · 4,033 公尺
- Shipton La Teahouse · 住宿 · 4,237 公尺
- Kalo Pokhari · 自然 · 4,065 公尺
- Keke La · 自然 · 4,193 公尺
6. Dobate → Yangle Kharka
- Dobate Teahouse · 住宿 · 3,862 公尺
- Terraces & Animal Shelter · 住宿 · 3,602 公尺
- Phematang Tea House · 住宿 · 3,507 公尺
7. Yangle Kharka → Langmale Kharka
這一天尚未標繪任何地點。這一天尚未標繪任何地點。8. Langmale Kharka → Makalu Base Camp
- Upper Barun Glacial Lake · 自然 · 4,838 公尺
- Makalu Base Camp · 住宿 · 4,830 公尺
9. Makalu Base Camp
這一天尚未標繪任何地點。這一天尚未標繪任何地點。10. Makalu Base Camp → Yangle Kharka
- Lower Barun Glacial Lake · 自然 · 4,553 公尺
- Viewpoint 4.600m · 觀景點 · 4,624 公尺
- Langmale Kharka Teahouse · 住宿 · 4,444 公尺
- Drinking Water · 實用資訊 · 4,445 公尺
11. Yangle Kharka → Dobate
這一天尚未標繪任何地點。這一天尚未標繪任何地點。12. Dobate → Khongma Danda
- Viewpoint · 觀景點 · 4,235 公尺
- Shipton La · 自然 · 4,250 公尺
- Ghungru La · 自然 · 4,093 公尺
- Shiva View Hotel and Lodge · 住宿 · 3,622 公尺
13. Khongma Danda → Tashigaon
- Makalu Danfe Lodge · 住宿 · 2,935 公尺
14. Tashigaon → Seduwa
- Makalu Community Homestay No.1 · 住宿 · 1,579 公尺
15. Seduwa → Tumlingtar
這一天尚未標繪任何地點。這一天尚未標繪任何地點。16. Tumlingtar → Kathmandu
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最後確認於 2026年10月19日回報過時資訊