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Makalu (8,463 m/27,767ft) is an impressive mass of red granite and close neighbor of Mt Everest Lying in northeast region of Nepal is the world's 5th highest mountain. Climbing Makalu is a high mountaineering expedition that requires high level of physical fitness and good preparation to enjoy the climbing. It is located Longitude: 87° 05' 10", Latitude: 27° 53' 05". The French team first climbed Makalu in 1954 led by Jean Franco and then there after climbed ourselves in 1974. There are several routes on the mountain as many as five, but we choose one of the safest and more accessible routes.

We start the from Tumlingtar above the Arun River then towards the beautiful Barun valley, which is most infrequently visited valley and finally setting up Base Camp at an altitude of 4,825m, we commence the climb and upon completion of the expedition we retrace the route via the same route and take panoramic flight to Kathmandu.

• Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing bed & breakfast basis,
• Makalu Climbing permit fee & all other applicable permits,
• Internal fight tickets & cargo fees,
• Cargo clearance & duties fees,
• Professional High altitude climbing Sherpa depending on number of members in group, 1 Government liaison officer backed by full BC cook, kitchen helpers,
• Equipment allowance, daily wages, insurance, food and shelter for above mentioned staff, porters and Liaison officer,
• All food, fuel and accommodation for member and Sherpa staffs throughout the expedition period at Base Camp & while approaching to/from Base Camp,
• Complete BC camping equipments,
• Garbage & stool shipped off charges from BC,
• Oxygen with mask & regulators for member & climbing sherpas,
• All transfers: airport-hotel-airport and related transfers,
• Agency service charge and related administrative fees,
• Camping & group equipments above Base camp: tents, ropes, snow bar, rock piton, shovel, ice-screws etc…
• Food & fuel above Base camp for member & climbing Sherpas,
• 1 Gamow bag / O2 for emergency use,
• Emergency Helicopter rescue arrangements,

Cost excludes:

• Air travel to/from Nepal,
• Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu,
• Drinks, laundry, postage, telephone bills, tips, all items of personal nature,
• Departure tax at Kathmandu int'l airport,
• Extra high altitude Sherpa if needed,
• Personal travel, high risk, accidental and medical insurance of member,
• Emergency rescue evacuations,
• Respective expenses if one returns earlier from the expedition due to sickness or emergency purpose.
• Any extra service not mentioned herein cost inclusion.

Personal gear list suggestion for Makalu expedition
Most of the technical gears can be hired from us and majority of them also can be easily bought in Kathmandu. Please take only the strict necessary ones.

TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT
•    Climbing Harness (1)
•    Climbing boot (1 pair)
•    Over Gaiter (1 pair)
•    Strong Crampon (1 pair)
•    Ski or trekking pole (Optional-1 pair)
•    Backpack (1)
•    Ice-Axe (1)
•    Jumar (Ascender-1)
•    Belay device (1)
•    Carabiners (regular & twist lock)
FOR SLEEPING
•    4-5 season High Altitude Sleeping Bag (1)
•    Base Camp Sleeping Bag (1)
•    Therma-Rest foam pad (1)
•    Foam pad (1)
MISCELLANEUS
•    Camera gear
•    Water bottle (1)
•    Liter Thermos Flask (1 lit)
•    Pee bottle (1)
•    Sunglasses (two sets)
•    Ski Goggle (Optional)
•    Swiss Army knife (1)
•    Daypack (1)
•    Compressions stuff sacks
•    Trash Compactor bags (3)
•    Headlamp with spare batteries and bulbs
•    Large duffle bags with lock (2)
FOR HEAD
•    Woolen warm hat that fully covers your ears (1)
•    Good sun hat (1)
•    Neck gaiter
•    Thick balaclava, very thin balaclava or face mask
•    Sun cream
•    Lips cream
FOR HAND
•    Polypro gloves (1 pair)
•    Heavy wool mitts (1 pair)
•    Over mitts (Gore-tex) double liners
•    Fleece/ wind stopper glove
CLOTHES
•    Thick fleece pant (1)
•    Fleece jacket (1)
•    4 T-shirts
•    Cotton pants or trekking pants (2)
•    Expedition T-shirts (2)
•    Wind proof jacket (Goretex)
•    Lightweight underwear
•    Long underwear
•    Long-sleeved shirts
•    Down Jacket
•    Down Pant
•    Down suit if you do not have thick down jacket and down pants.
•    Gore-Tex Shell Pants & Shell Jacket with hood
FOR LEGS
•    Light hiking boots or trekking shoes
•    Sandle or Sport shoes or low top shoes. For walking in the cities.
•    Brand new wool or Pile Climbing socks
•    Brand new liner socks
•    Some lightweight socks

Group climbing equipments for Makalu such as ropes, snow bar, ice-hammer, ice-screw, tent et will be provided by SOUTH ASIA TREKKING

HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS/MEDICINE
Though our Sherpa Guide/Leader will carry a comprehensive medical kit for purpose of using during the Makalu Expedition period if any staffs felt sick, you should carry your personal medication as prescribed by your doctor. Or a Personal Medical Kit

IMMUNIZATION
At least six weeks before the departure for the expedition you will need to consult your doctor to work out an immunization schedules relevant to the Himalayas. You should normally be immunized against Tetanus, Polio, Hepatitis A, Cholera, though you must also contact your doctor for necessary immunization details.

Vaccinations against the following diseases may be useful, although they might be difficult or expensive to obtain. Your doctor will let you know if they are appropriate:
•  Rabies.
•  Meningitis.
•  Japanese Encephalitis.

DENTAL CHECKS
It is most important that you have a through dental examination before the expedition and have any necessary treatment carried out. Dental treatment on the mountain is likely to be drastic and traumatic!

Further detailed information regarding Makalu Expedition gear list and other information will be sent you upon booking the expedition.

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•    Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing bed & breakfast basis,
•    Makalu Climbing permit fee & all other applicable permits,
•    Internal fight tickets & cargo fees,
•    Cargo clearance & duties fees,
•    Professional High altitude climbing Sherpa depending on number of members in group, 1 Government liaison officer backed by full BC cook, kitchen helpers,
•    Equipment allowance, daily wages, insurance, food and shelter for above mentioned staff, porters and Liaison officer,
•    All food, fuel and accommodation for member and Sherpa staffs throughout the expedition period at Base Camp & while approaching to/from Base Camp,
•    Complete BC camping equipments,
•    Garbage & stool shipped off charges from BC,
•    Oxygen with mask & regulators for member & climbing sherpas,
•    All transfers: airport-hotel-airport and related transfers,
•    Agency service charge and related administrative fees,
•    Camping & group equipments above Base camp: tents, ropes, snow bar, rock piton, shovel, ice-screws etc…
•    Food & fuel above Base camp for member & climbing Sherpas,
•    1 Gamow bag / O2 for emergency use,
•    Emergency Helicopter rescue arrangements,

•    Air travel to/from Nepal,
•    Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu,
•    Drinks, laundry, postage, telephone bills, tips, all items of personal nature,
•    Departure tax at Kathmandu int'l airport,
•    Extra high altitude Sherpa if needed,
•    Personal travel, high risk, accidental and medical insurance of member,
•    Emergency rescue evacuations,
•    Respective expenses if one returns earlier from the expedition due to sickness or emergency purpose.
•    Any extra service not mentioned herein cost inclusion.