Sherpani Col Pass Trek – High Altitude Nepal Trek

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative will transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu. After check-in, you may rest or explore the vibrant streets of Thamel.

Today we complete all necessary paperwork including permits for Makalu Barun National Park and Sagarmatha National Park. Final gear checks and expedition briefing.

Gradual ascent through terraced fields and forests to ridge-top Chichila with panoramic Himalayan views.

We trek through rhododendron, oak, and hemlock forests along a scenic ridge before descending steeply to Num village. This settlement offers sweeping views into the Arun Valley below.

A challenging day begins with a steep descent nearly 800m down to the Arun River. After crossing a long suspension bridge, we climb again through forested trails to Seduwa, located inside the Makalu Barun conservation region.

Today’s steady climb passes through terraced fields of rice and millet. Tashi Gaun is the last permanent settlement before entering true wilderness terrain. We take time to explore the village and interact with locals.

A demanding ascent through oak and rhododendron forest leads to alpine grazing lands. As vegetation thins, we reach Kahuma Ridge with dramatic Himalayan panoramas.

We cross Keke La (4,230m) and Tutu La (4,200m) passes before descending through forests into Mumbuk. This section offers expanding views of Makalu’s massive south face.

Descending into the Barun Valley, we cross the Barun River and follow a glacial valley toward high yak pastures at Nehe Kharka.

Today we reach Lower Makalu Base Camp at Sherson, with spectacular views of Baruntse and Makalu’s towering south face. The Barun Glacier stretches nearby.

An important acclimatization day. We take short hikes toward the glacier to improve adaptation and reduce AMS risk.

We gradually ascend toward the upper Barun Glacier basin, surrounded by icy peaks and moraine landscapes.

Following rugged glacier terrain below Makalu’s West Pillar, we ascend carefully over rocky moraine.

Final acclimatization before crossing technical passes. Preparation of ropes and climbing gear.

Expedition highlight. Early alpine start with fixed rope sections across snow and glacier. Stunning views of Makalu, Chamlang and Ama Dablam.

Technical crossing into the Everest region via Amphu Laptsa Pass.

Gradual descent and preparation for final descent into Imja Valley.

Challenging descent with breathtaking views of Lhotse and Island Peak.

Descending through Dingboche and Pangboche to Tengboche Monastery, heart of the Everest region.

Forest trail descent to Sherpa capital Namche Bazaar.

Final trekking day following the Dudh Koshi River valley.

Scenic flight back to Kathmandu.

Transfer to airport for onward journey.