Unlike traditional commercial trekking, which focuses more on physical activity and direct encounters with nature, social trekking involves light hiking. Eating and staying at local teahouses or hostels or local lodges, hiring local guides, participating in local customs and supporting the local community in any way you can.
Trekkers can enrich their travel experiences by making a positive contribution to the communities they visit and gain first-hand insight that makes their journeys meaningful.
MAST generally organizes a trek for those interested around the Makalu Arun valley area in eastern Nepal. This region offers a unique tourist experience that combines adventure with social and cultural participation.
Visit our official website for detailed information about our social trekking programs, detailed itineraries and estimated expenses you need to manage as part of the program
Trekkers choose a non-profit social trekking company like ours and enjoy the trek. They stay in local teahouses or hostels and approach their service providers directly for their services. We employ concierge guides from the local community. Trekkers thus help the local economy and community activities.
It goes without saying that a trekker should be physically fit for the trek. However, the required physical fitness varies depending on the specific hiking route chosen.
Because some treks involve walking uphill and downhill for many hours every day. Some hikes can be more difficult than others.
It is necessary to determine the level of difficulty associated with each route and make the necessary preparations to ensure a safe and enjoyable vacation.
Are you packing for a trek? Please remember to pack things like sturdy hiking boots, a hiking stick, a first aid kit, water purification tablets, sunglasses, a sturdy sleeping bag, a backpack, and clothing suitable for different temperature conditions. It’s a good idea to bring some local cash, a map, a compass or satellite phone, etc.
In addition to clothing suitable for different climates, items to take on the trek include hiking boots, sunscreen, first aid kit, water purification tablets, sunglasses, sleeping bag and backpack. It’s also a good idea to bring personal items such as toiletries and medicine, as well as local cash, a map, compass or GPS device. It is important to check the details provided by your trekking operator as there may be specific requirements for each route.
Usually, travel accommodation consists of staying in local teahouses or hostels. They provide a unique opportunity to experience the hospitality and culture of the region. They serve you Daal Bhat (Nepali food). A small but comfortable facility will help you get a greater idea of the way of life in this area. If you want specific accommodation details for your trip, you must contact the trekking operator directly
In Nepal, spring (March to May) and autumn season (September to November) are best for trekking. Clear skies, pleasant temperatures and the greatest Himalayan views are present at these times. Although spring brings the majesty of blooming flowers to the environment, autumn provides consistent trekking weather. Autumn offers reliable tourist weather, but spring also adorns the landscape with the beauty of blooming flowers
To book a trek, visit our company’s website and select your desired trekking package. Filling out a form with your itinerary and personal details is usually the first step in the booking process. The confirmation process follows. The most popular payment methods are bank transfers, credit cards and occasionally online payment systems. Immediately verify the exact details by visiting the company’s website or contacting them. This information should include cancellation and deposit conditions.
Yes, we can shop, but only a minimum of things. And the quality of the goods is not good, but very expensive. Therefore, we always suggest our guests to bring all necessary trekking equipment from their homes or from Kathmandu.
While enjoying the Makalu Base camp Trek, you will have a big breakfast at the tea house where you will stay and start your day. You will continue walking until you reach the next tea house at around 3-4pm. and say there and have whatever kinds of food you like.
But sometimes there may not be a palace for lunch, so you may be hungry. You can tell the tour guide to bring you a packed lunch. Or you can take chocolate to give you energy. Your guide will boil water in the teahouse and fill your water bottle. But sometimes you will need to use your water filter or water purification pills etc.
Yes, a sleeping bag is necessary for you because the mattress in some teahouses may be thin, so you may be cold at night. That’s why we recommend taking a full sleeping bag with you when trekking with our company. Your porter guide will carry your sleeping bag and your luggage.