Mt. Makalu Expedition

60 Days

MAKALU EXPEDITION (8,485 m)

“The Great Pyramid of the Himalayas.”

Overview

Mount Makalu, the fifth-highest mountain in the world, is known for its dramatic pyramid shape and remote wilderness. Located within Makalu Barun National Park, it offers a powerful blend of natural beauty and solitude.


Why This Journey Is Special

  • Fifth-highest mountain on Earth

  • Sacred association with Lord Shiva

  • Exceptional biodiversity

  • Remote expedition environment

  • Rare Himalayan stillness


Journey Highlights

  • Makalu Barun National Park trek

  • Dense forests to glacial terrain

  • Technical climbing sections

  • Extended acclimatization

  • Pristine mountain silence


Itinerary (55–60 Days)


Best Season

  • April to May

Difficulty Level

Very Challenging


Did You Know? — Mount Makalu

is named after Maha Kala, a powerful form of Lord Shiva symbolizing time and transformation.

The Makalu-Barun region is one of the few places where tropical forests and permanent ice exist within a short vertical distance.

Makalu is among the least crowded 8,000-meter peaks, preserving its raw wilderness and spiritual atmosphere.