Makalu Expedition Companies
Compare 82 different Makalu expedition companies, offering 90 unique expeditions. With prices ranging from $10,000 to $54,000 and trip lengths from 33 days to 62 days.
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How long does Makalu take?
Across the operators we track, itineraries for Makalu run between 33 days and 62 days (median 50 days), depending on the route, acclimatization schedule and whether extra days are built in for weather.
How much does Makalu cost?
Prices from the 7 USD-quoted operators we track for Makalu range from $10,000 to $54,000, with a median around $15,500. Exact cost depends on group size, service level (shared vs. private) and what's included, such as permits, staff and equipment.
When is the best time to climb/trek Makalu?
Makalu is located in Nepal's remote Barun Valley, the 5th highest mountain. The best season is generally primarily spring, with occasional autumn attempts.
What permits do I need for Makalu?
You'll typically need a Department of Tourism expedition permit.
How difficult is Makalu?
One of the more technically demanding 8,000ers, with steep rock and ice sections on the summit pyramid, combined with a long, remote approach trek.
Why is Makalu less commercially climbed than Everest or Manaslu?
Its remote approach and genuinely technical summit day mean far fewer operators run it, and it draws experienced 8,000m climbers rather than those on their first high-altitude expedition.