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The Makalu High Pass Trek is the most ambitious non-expedition route in eastern Nepal, linking the Makalu Base Camp<\/a> with the Everest region via three serious high passes: the Sherpani Col (6,110m), the West Col (6,135m), and the Amphu Labtsa (5,845m). This 22-day traverse is technically a mountaineering trek, requiring fixed ropes, crampons, ice axes, and an experienced Sherpa team to set the route through crevassed glaciers. The reward is a journey that few have completed, crossing from the isolated Barun Valley into the heart of the Khumbu with continuous views of Makalu, Baruntse, Lhotse, and Everest. Trekkers must have previous climbing experience at 6,000m or higher and be prepared for camping nights at altitude above 5,500m.<\/p>\n","cost_includes":"All airport pickups and drops in private vehicle\nKathmandu hotel (3 nights, B&B) with welcome and farewell dinners\nDomestic flights where applicable to itinerary\nAll ground transport in private vehicle\nAll necessary permits (TIMS, National Park, Conservation Area, Restricted Area where applicable)\nThree meals daily (BLD) during the trek with tea\/coffee\nTea house or camping accommodation during the trek\nExperienced English-speaking trekking guide and assistant guide for groups of 6+\nPorters (1 per 2 trekkers, 15kg luggage allowance) with full insurance\nSleeping bag, down jacket, and duffel bag (refundable deposit)\nFirst-aid kit, pulse oximeter, and emergency oxygen\nSatellite phone for emergency communications\nAll government and local taxes\nFull climbing gear rental (crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet, jumar)\nIFMGA-certified mountain guide and 1:2 Sherpa ratio on passes\nFull camping crew and equipment for high camps\nFixed ropes and ice anchors where required","cost_excludes":"International airfare to and from Kathmandu\nNepal visa fee (USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days)\nTravel and high-altitude rescue insurance (mandatory)\nPersonal trekking gear and clothing\nHot showers, Wi-Fi, device charging, and alcoholic beverages\nLunch and dinner in Kathmandu\nTips for guide, porter, and driver (recommended 10-15% of trip cost)\nCosts from unforeseen events (weather, flight delays, route changes)","itineraries":[{"title":"\uce74\ud2b8\ub9cc\ub450 \ub3c4\ucc29","content":"\n

Arrival and transfer to hotel. Equipment check and climbing briefing.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Fly to Tumlingtar & Drive to Num","content":"\n

Scenic flight east to Tumlingtar<\/a>, then drive to Num<\/a>, the trailhead.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek to Sedua","content":"\n

Descend to the Arun, cross the bridge, and climb to Sedua<\/a>.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek to Tashigaon","content":"\n

Climb through terraced fields to Tashigaon<\/a>, last permanent village.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek to Khongba","content":"\n

Steep climb through sal and rhododendron forest.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Cross Shipton La to Mumbuk","content":"\n

Cross the Shipton La (4,216m) and descend into the Barun valley.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek to Yangle Kharka","content":"\n

Continue up the Barun valley through meadows and forest.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek to Merek","content":"\n

Climb gradually to alpine meadows with expanding mountain views.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek to Shersong","content":"\n

Continue up the valley to Shersong<\/a>, below Makalu Base Camp<\/a>.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek to Makalu Base Camp","content":"\n

Hike up to Makalu Base Camp<\/a>. Establish camp with full crew for the night.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Acclimatization at Makalu Base Camp","content":"\n

Rest and acclimatization. Optional hike toward Hillary Base Camp (5,200m).<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek to Hillary Base Camp","content":"\n

Move up to Hillary Base Camp, the staging point for the Sherpani Col crossing.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Acclimatization at Hillary Base Camp","content":"\n

Final acclimatization and climbing skills practice with our Sherpa team.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Cross Sherpani Col to High Camp 1","content":"\n

Early start for the technical climb over the Sherpani Col (6,110m) with fixed ropes. Descend to a high camp on the Upper Barun Glacier.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Cross West Col to Baruntse Base Camp","content":"\n

Cross the West Col (6,135m), another technical pass with fixed ropes, and descend to the Upper Hongu Glacier.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek down Hongu Valley to Panch Pokhari","content":"\n

Descend the upper Hongu Valley to the sacred Panch Pokhari (five lakes) area.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Cross Amphu Labtsa to Chhukung","content":"\n

Cross the Amphu Labtsa (5,845m) with fixed ropes, then descend into the Khumbu to Chhukung<\/a>.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek to Dingboche","content":"\n

A gentle day walking through the Imja Tse valley to Dingboche<\/a>.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek to Namche Bazaar","content":"\n

Descend through Tengboche<\/a> and back to \ub0a8\uccb4\ubc14\uc790<\/a> for proper food and a hot shower.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek to Lukla","content":"\n

Final trekking day, descending through the Dudh Koshi valley to Lukla<\/a>.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Fly to Kathmandu","content":"\n

Morning flight to \uce74\ud2b8\ub9cc\ub450<\/a>. Afternoon debrief and farewell dinner.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Final Departure","content":"\n

Transfer to the international airport for your onward flight.<\/p>\n"}],"faqs":[{"title":"How difficult is the Makalu High Pass Trek and what fitness do I need?","content":"\n

This trek is rated \uacfc\uaca9\ud55c<\/strong> and requires excellent fitness and previous high-altitude experience, 6-8+ hours daily. The maximum altitude is 5700m<\/strong>. You need a fitness level of Moderate to High<\/strong> - cardio training 3-4 times weekly for 8-12 weeks before departure, hill walking with a day pack, and core strength exercises. Consult your doctor before booking if you have medical conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more: Details Prepare Makalu Base Camp Trek Quote<\/a>.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"\uc5b4\ub5a4 \ud5c8\uac00\uc640 \ubb38\uc11c\uac00 \ud544\uc694\ud569\ub2c8\uae4c?","content":"\n

Required permits: Makalu Barun National Park Entry Permit, Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit, TIMS Card, Climbing permit for high passes (arranged by us).<\/strong> We arrange all permits on your behalf once we receive your passport copy and 4 passport-size photos. You also need a Nepal visa (USD 30 for 15 days, obtained on arrival at Kathmandu airport) and travel insurance covering trekking to 5700m and helicopter evacuation. Bring your original passport, visa, insurance certificate, and photos to Nepal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Related permit guides: Makalu Base Camp Barun Valley Photography Time<\/a>.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"When is the best time to do the Makalu High Pass Trek?","content":"\n

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Above 3,500m, altitude sickness (AMS) affects 25-40% of trekkers. Our itinerary includes acclimatization days, guides carry pulse oximeters and emergency oxygen, and they are trained to identify early symptoms. Prevention: ascend slowly (no more than 300-500m sleeping altitude per day above 3,500m), drink 3-4 liters of water daily, avoid alcohol above 3,500m, eat light meals, and report any symptoms immediately. Travel insurance covering helicopter evacuation (USD 10,000) is mandatory.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read our altitude safety guides: Guided Makalu Base Camp Trek Safety<\/a>, Makalu Base Camp Trek Acclimatization Planning<\/a>.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"\uc5b4\ub5a4 \uc219\ubc15 \uc2dc\uc124\uacfc \uc2dd\uc0ac\uac00 \ud3ec\ud568\ub418\uc5b4 \uc788\uc2b5\ub2c8\uae4c?","content":"\n

Accommodation: Star Hotel, Tea House, Camping<\/strong>. Tea houses are family-run lodges with simple twin-share rooms and shared bathrooms. 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast. Three meals daily (BLD) are included during the trek with tea and coffee. Menu includes dal bhat, momos, noodles, soups, and seasonal vegetables. Vegetarian options are widely available.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"\ubb34\uc5c7\uc744 \ud3ec\uc7a5\ud558\uace0 \uc5b4\ub5a4 \uc7a5\ube44\ub97c \uc81c\uacf5\ud569\ub2c8\uae4c?","content":"\n

Essential gear: 4-season sleeping bag (-15C to -20C), down jacket, broken-in trekking boots, merino base layers (2 sets), mid-layer fleece, hard shell jacket, trekking pants (2), warm hat, gloves, 4-5 pairs wool socks, headlamp, 2L water bottle, sunscreen SPF 50. We provide free rental<\/strong>: sleeping bag (USD 30 deposit), down jacket (USD 20 deposit), duffel bag, trekking poles, first-aid kit, and emergency oxygen. See the Things to Carry tab above for the complete list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Packing guides: Ganja La Pass Gear And Support Needed<\/a>.<\/p>\n"}],"is_featured":false,"featured_image":{},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/trip\/90004","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/trip"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/trip"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=90004"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/trip\/90004\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=90004"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"destination","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/destination?post=90004"},{"taxonomy":"activities","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/activities?post=90004"},{"taxonomy":"trip_types","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/trip_types?post=90004"},{"taxonomy":"difficulty","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/difficulty?post=90004"},{"taxonomy":"trip_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/ko\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/trip_tag?post=90004"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}