Buddha Air flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar. Meet the MAST staff at the airport. Then take an auto rickshaw and drive to your hotel room. Meet and greet your porter guide at the hotel. Then plan and pack necessary things in the rucksack.
Saldim Valley Makalu Base Camp Trek.
21
Days
Saldim Valley Makalu Base Camp Trek Overview
Saldim Valley Makalu Base Camp Trek is a fascinating journey that takes you through the pristine landscape of the Saldim Valley to Makalu Base Camp. Nestled in the heart of Makalu Barun National Park in eastern Nepal, this trip effortlessly combines the thrill of adventure with the challenge of visiting the fascinating Upper Arun Valley and the beautiful Saldima Valley.
Admire the magnificent view of the Arun River, the Barun River and the confluence of the Arun and Barun Rivers. Experience the healing hot springs of Hatiya, immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Singasava Bhoteya and enjoy the beauty that unfolds at every turn.
Admire breathtaking views of towering peaks such as the majestic Mount Makalu (8,463m) as you ascend. the graceful Mount Chamalang (7,319 m), the majestic Barnnotse (7,129 m) and the iconic Mount Everest (8,848 m).
Saldim Valley Makalu Base Camp Trek is beyond adventure; embodies a commitment to social tourism. Get involved in local communities, contribute to the preservation of culture and leave a positive impact on the regions you pass through.
Saldim Valley Makalu Base Camp Trek includes a basic teahouse that can accommodate up to Hunjung. There are no teahouses available beyond Hunjung to Yangle Kharka, leading to nights spent under the stars in tents. From Yangle, ascend to the breathtaking Makalu Base Camp.
After leaving Makalu Base Camp, return via the trails that lead through Yangle, Dobato, Shipton La, Khongma, Seduwa and Num to Khandbari where you will spend the night in teahouses along the way.
We cordially invite you to join us on this adventurous and socially enriching journey. Please contact us for more details and to start your travel plans. Let’s create unforgettable memories together on this socially responsible trekking adventure!
Saldim Valley Makalu Trek Highlights:
- Meeting point of the Arun and the sacred Barun Rivers
- The herbal beauty of the Saldim Valley, surrounded via lush landscapes, pristine pond, and picturesque forests
- Warm hospitality of the Singasava Bhot culture, engage with locals
- Medical blessings of the Hatiya warm water springs
- Panoramic perspectives of a number of the arena's maximum peaks, such as the long-lasting Mt. Everest (8848m), Mt. Makalu (8463m), Mt. Chamalang (7319m), and Barunotse (7129m). Makalu Barun National Park
- Experience the unique blend of adventure with tea residence remains, homestays, home remains tent.
- Traverse through various landscapes, from the lower valleys with lush greenery to the better altitudes with alpine meadows
Saldim Valley Makalu Trek Detail Itinerary:
Day 1 :
Day 1 : Khandbari (1036m)
After morning meal around 7:30 a.m. board the reserved jeep to Num. The jeep is running
From Khandbari via Chichila (20 km), Num (38 km), Hedangna Gadi (55 km), Simma (62 km), Ekua to Gola (76 km) in the evening (about an hour’s journey).
Day 3 :
Trek from Gola to Hatiya (1585m)
Have a big breakfast at a tea house in Gol and start your trek. Follow the hiking trail along the Arun River. Go continuously and reach the Barun River. Cross the suspension bridge over the Barun River and continue walking for 4-5 hours to reach Hatiya (1585m). Find a tea house to spend the night and relax after a day’s journey.
Important: Find the Makalu Barun National Park office and pay the National Park Entry Fee (Rs.3000) per person. Visit the hot spring if you have time to visit there.
Make sure you have a good breakfast to give you energy. Start the trek around 8:00 am along the route to Hungung. Keep in mind that this is a village where teahouses may not be readily available, so it’s important to work with a local porter guide to find a suitable house for the night.
Important: Engage and enjoy local culture with local people.
(5) Moloksho pokhari (3954m)- (6). Saldim Valey (7) Rest days in Saldim Valley (8).Kalo Pokhari (4192 m) (9) Khorlange-Yangle Kharka (3600 m)e.
(5) Moloksho pokhari (3954m)- (6). Saldim Valey (7) Rest days in Saldim Valley (8).Kalo Pokhari (4192 m) (9) Khorlange-Yangle Kharka (3600 m).
From Yangle Kharka your trekking trial goes through Nghe Kharka (3750m), Ripuk Kharka (3930m), Jhak Kharka (4210m) and finally gets Langmale Kharka (4400m). Today you will trek for four to five hours. Choose from one of the best teahouses at Langmale Kharka (4400m) for your overnight stay there.
(5) Moloksho pokhari (3954m)- (6). Saldim Valey (7) Rest days in Saldim Valley (8).Kalo Pokhari (4192 m) (9) Khorlange-Yangle Kharka (3600 m).
(5) Moloksho pokhari (3954m)- (6). Saldim Valey (7) Rest days in Saldim Valley (8).Kalo Pokhari (4192 m) (9) Khorlange-Yangle Kharka (3600 m)
Day 10 :
Yangle Kharka (Rest Day) ( 3600)
This day is your rest day in Yangle. Use this time to relax and observe the stunning natural beauty around. Overnight in the same teahouse.
After morning breakfast, start the 4 to 5 hour ascent to Makalu Base Camp (4870m). Once you arrive, choose one of the best teahouses to spend the night. Enjoy reaching your hiking destination while enjoying the breathtaking surroundings.
Day 12 :
Trek from Yangle Kharka to Dobato
After finishing your breakfast at the teahouse, walk for four to six hours to get Dobato, which is where you will spend the night.
Day 13 :
Makalu Base camp Exploration Day.
Your Makalu Base Camp Expiration Date is today. Discover the amazing landscape of Makalu Base Camp. Reaching landmarks like Barun Pokhari (4950m), Peak 3 above Shersong (5250m), Hillary Base Camp Lookout (5900m) and more will be facilitated by your guide. Enjoy the spectacular view and let yourself be carried away by the untouched charm of the area. In the evening, return to your teahouse and spend the night
This day you will return back home after a long Nepal trekking adventure. After breakfast, head for Yangle Kharka. Find a suitable tea house for an overnight stay
Have morning breakfast at tea house, walk for 4 to 6 hours to get Dobato for overnight stay there.re
Day 16 :
Trek form Dobato to Khongma (3500m)
It will take four to six hours to walk to Shipton La after breakfast at Dobato and down the Khongma Way. When you reach Khongma, go to the tea house and book a room for the night. Enjoy the beauty of the surroundings while you are there.
After breakfast, proceed to Tasigaun; the hike will take you four to six hours. Find a cozy room in the tea room, relax for a while and enjoy food and some drinks. Don’t miss the opportunity to take in the local sights and sounds. Stay overnight at Tasigaun Tea House.e.
Day 18 :
Trek From Tasigaun to Seduwa (1540m)
After breakfast, start the four to six hour hike to Seduwa moving slowly and carefully. Find one of the best teahouses in Seduwa and then take a moment to relax and enjoy food and drinks. Discover the attractions of the area and surroundings
Day 19 :
Travel from Seduwa to Khndbari
After breakfast at a teahouse in Seduwa catch a reserved jeep and travel for about 6 hours and get Khandbari Pre Booked Hotel Room. Say goodbye to your porter guide.
Day 20 :
Khandbari Exploration Day
Today you are going to explore the Khandbari district. Volunteering is another option if you have some free time. Go to the market and if you’re feeling fearless, pick up a locally made souvenir or two. You can also spend time visiting any hospital, school or project that our organization supports
After breakfast at the hotel, get ready to travel to Tumlingtar Airport. An auto rickshaw will be waiting to catch you. Grab a vehicle and drive 15 minutes to the airport. After check-in, say goodbye to your company staff and enjoy a sightseeing flight to Kathmandu.
For Saldim Valley Makalu Trek you will pay us for:
- One guide daily salary including his food and accommodation
- One guide trekking insurance.
- Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS)
- Special trekking permit for restricted area.
- Makalu Barun National Park Entrance.
- Jeep Reservation
- Hotel room booking.
- Support for MAST local community Projects
- Total Company service charge including government Tax, VAT as well as miscellaneous cost
For Saldim Valley Makalu Trek you not will pay us for:
- Nepal entry visa fees are USD 30 for 15 days and USD 50 for 30 days
- Kathmandu hotel room charge including breakfast, lunch dinner.
- Kathmandu -Tumlingtar -Kathmandu Airfare cost
- Khandbari Hotel breakfast, Lunch, Dinner charge.
- Local tea house or homestay food and accommodation cost throughout the trekking route has not been included in the total trekking pckage cost. Your meals and accommodation will be your responsibility. You pay directly to your service providers from your pocket.
- Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks, hot water, hot and cold showers.
- Personal expenses include laundry, telephone calls, sweets, snacks, beverages, bar bills, and camera battery charging
- Personal trekking gear and equipment cost like a robust sleeping bag, trekking pole, headlight, eyeglasses, medical kits etc
- Tips for a porter guide.
- Travel and medical insurance for the guest.
- Emergency rescue for the guest.
- Other personal expenditure like laundry, alcoholic cold drinks, hot showers, etc.
- Other unforeseeable expenses incurred due to accidents, strikes, natural calamities, political unrest, etc.
Saldim Valley Makalu Trek Trekking Map
FAQs
Question 01: Can I customize this trek program as per my requirement?
Yes. You can if you need. No problem. For your customization facilitation we send you a spreadsheet file to your mail id. There you add or remove some days or your activities or more service you need and send us for our information. After we finalize the detail itinerary, we calculate the total cost you need to pay us and send you for your consideration.
Question 02: How long do we walk every day when doing Saldim Valley Makalu Base Camp Trek.g?
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
Question 03:What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?
The highest altitude reached is Makalu Base Camp (5520 m), Viewpoint (5900m) This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Question 04: What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are no hot shower facilities.
Question 05: What about internet access?
The Internet cannot be accessed away from Khandbari Area. However the mobile phone can work up Hunjung.
Question 06: My flight from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar cancelled because of bad weather. And I could not find a flight ticket for the next day. What Can I do to travel from Kathmandu to Khandbari?
Fly to Biratnagar from Kathmandu at 7am, 11 am, 12 pm, or 2 pm (a 30-40 minute flight). Upon landing at Biratnagar airport, head to the main road and take an express bus to Dharan (fare of Rs.120 per person, 1 hour of travel time). From the Dharan bus station, go to the Dharan-Khandbari jeep counter. You can call us from there if necessary, but keep in mind that a jeep will only leave Dharan once it is fully loaded with 10 passengers. To ensure your travel, consider reserving a jeep to Khandbari (Rs.10000). Otherwise, you will have to spend the night at a hotel in Dharan and take a bus or jeep to Khandbari the next day (6-8 hours of travel time, Rs. 1000 for jeep/bus fare).
Question 07: What will happen if I add some extra day in my itinerary?
If you are interested to enjoy adding some more days in the itinerary, we welcome you to do it. But you will have to pay us for the additional days salary for the porter guide after you come back from your trek.
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What Do We Offer?
- Off-the-Beaten-Path trekking in Nepal
- Customized Travel Itineraries.
- Teahouse Accommodation
- Service based Pricing
- Book Now pay later.
- Safety and Small Groups size.
- Support for Local Community
- Sustainable Tourism Practices
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