Country
Nepal
Duration
22 Days
Maximum altitude
6180 m
Activity
Trekking
Difficulty
Moderate/Difficult
Best Season
September - November / February - May
Accomodation
Included
Meals
Included
Start/End Point
Tumlingtar / Lukla
The Makalu and Sherpani Col Pass trekking approach to Makalu Base Camp has been compared to the Yosemite Valley on a grand scale! To reach some of the most amazing mountain scenery in the Himalayas, you first have to cross the challenging Kongma Danda, covered in cloud forest draped in hanging orchids. There are a few villages along the approach to the fifth-highest peak in the world, Mt. Makalu (8485 m), the summit of which stands 3 km above Base Camp. The mountaineering route over the glaciated Sherpani Col (6180 m), West Col (6190 m), and Amphu Labsta (5845 m) to the Everest region involves the highest and hardest passes in the entire Himalaya; the rewards of such an undertaking are more than worthwhile! During this trek, there will be sections where the trail is very rugged or ill-defined; some trails have been trekked only once by a small party, and so the going will be tough. Space in some camp sites will also be very limited. It may be necessary to make changes to the itinerary at any time due to unforeseen circumstances such as adverse weather, snow or trail conditions, river water levels, or group movement. Your trip leader will advise of any changes should this occur.
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Makalu and Sherpani Col Pass trekking can be merged with the Everest Base Camp trek for a truly extraordinary Himalayan adventure, where you cross remote high passes and glaciers before joining the classic Everest trail. It is a hard trip, though, and it gives you breathtaking sights of Makalu, Baruntse, Lhotse, and Everest, mixing untamed wilderness exploration with those well-known Everest Base Camp moments.
Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley - Pashupatinath (a major Hindu shrine) and the giant Buddhist stupa at Boudhanath
Climb through the Sherpani Col, the West Col (6,190m), and Amphu Labsta (5,845m) (6,180m) too. Tackle three serious high elevation routes that will still require crampons, ropes, and mountaineering knowhow, kind of like, you know, staying sharp. You’ll get unmatched icy glacier panoramas over that distant Hongu Basin.
Join in one of the world’s hardest treks, seriously, it’s not for the casual crowd. Challenge your limits on a legendary high altitude trail, it pushes your stamina hard, pays you back with grit and determination, and yeah, it leaves memories that are going to stick with you like forever.
See sweeping, completely open panoramas of Everest plus mighty Makalu, rising right up dramatically above the clouds from remote, seldom-reached Himalayan lookouts.
Step into Nepal’s living heritage, feel the sincere hospitality, visit timeless monasteries, and catch vibrant festivals with the Sherpa and Rai communities, who carry a lot of pride.
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The Makalu and Sherpani Col Pass trek with Himalayan Smile Treks was kind of an extraordinary high altitude adventure, as you know up there. The guide, Lakpa Sherpa, was really skilled and supportive the whole way, not just showing the route but also keeping things calm when it got tough. Crossing Sherpani Col and then wandering through the remote Makalu region gave those breathtaking mountain sceneries, and it felt like a real expedition-style trekking, not a short walk at all.,
Himalayan Smile Treks put together this sort of exceptional Makalu and Sherpani Col Pass Trek; I mean, a really good one. Guide Karma Sherpa took care of safety and helped keep the logistics smooth, which felt kinda effortless even with all the rough parts. You know the challenging passes, the glacier scenery, and those untouched landscapes… it all made the journey unforgettable, especially for seasoned trekkers who are after a remote Himalayan adventure, not the usual route.
Makalu and Sherpani Col Pass, trekking with Himalayan Smile Treks, were honestly more than I expected. I mean, it exceeded, like, wow. Chiring Sherpa, the guide, was super knowledgeable and also really encouraging. The whole thing felt a bit wild and at the same time, very steady. The alpine scenery looked dramatic, then there were glacier crossings and that remote wilderness; it all came together into one of the most rewarding trekking experiences I’ve ever had.
Trekking Makalu and Sherpani Col with Himalayan Smile Treks was like one of those once-in-a-lifetime things… You know, the kind where it sticks with you. Our guide Dawa Sherpa handled each challenge really professionally, even when things got a bit hard. The high mountain passes, the spectacular panoramas, and those far, remote trail bits made it feel like a real adventure for serious trekkers, not just a casual hike.
Himalayan Smile Treks kinda delivered this truly remarkable Makalu and Sherpani Col Pass trekking journey, you know, it was an adventure for sure. The guide Namel Dherpa kept things steady, comfortable, and safe, even when the conditions got pretty demanding. Honestly the Himalayan panoramas were amazing, plus the glacier terrain, and all that remote wilderness vibe, made the whole trek feel unforgettable.
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