Mt. Everest Expedition - North Col (Tibet)

The key to any successful high altitude adventure is acclimatisation....”Time spent on acclimatisation is never wasted”. And this is particularly true when attempting Mt. Everest by the North Col, North Ridge route. Unlike the Nepal side, there is no steady walk-in, you drive all the way to Base Camp at 5,150m. We now add additional acclimatisation days in Lhasa and along the way for those arriving by air. And similar acclimatisation days for those traveling overland. The seeds of a successful Everest expedition are sewn long before you reach the mountain.

  • Package price

    USD 55000

  • Trip Code

    MKA-1005

  • No of days

    60

  • Group Size

    min 4 People

  • Challenge level

    Strenuous

  • MEALS

    Included (B,L, D)

  • TRANSPORTATION

    Ground transfers included

  • ACCOMMODATION

    Hotel, Guest House & Tent

  • MAX ALTITUTE

    8,848.86 m (29,031.69 ft.)

  • BEST SEASON

    April - June

  • START POINT

    Lhasa, Tibet

  • END POINT

    Lhasa, Tibet

  • SUITABLE FOR

    16 to 79 years old

  • WALK PER DAY

    4-7 hrs.

  • GUIDING METHOD

    Live Guide/Instructor

Trip Overview

The ascent to the summit of Everest via Tibet and the North Col is one of the most challenging and rewarding mountaineering experiences in the world. Whilst reputed to more difficult than the ascent from the South Col, with our experience, knowledge, and equipment and your own determination and skill, an amazing, safe and ultimately successful journey to the summit is highly probable. A col is a low point along a ridge between 2 peaks.

This expedition leaves once per year in early April and begins and ends in Kathmandu, Nepal after 55 to 65 days depending on acclimatization times and tour options. Departures at other times of year are not possible due to unfavorable weather conditions. The North Col climb involves plenty of acclimatization at Base Camp then Advanced Base Camp and at the camps on the actual Col itself which begin at over 7000 meters.

History of expeditions, Tibet, Mountaineer Training & Sherpa Guides on Mount Everest

The history of climbs on and to the North Col begins in 1921 with George Mallory and his team which was the first time Westerners had set foot upon Mount Everest. Back then, Westerners could not visit Nepal and Tibet was more easily accessible and this led to the approach of the North Col. This expedition was also the first to use bottled oxygen at high altitude, a tradition that we facilitate for you.

Please make sure you have the requisite attitude, experience, and fitness to face up to a challenging expedition. If you are not sure then check with us. We will fully train all expedition members in the use of fixed ropes and various climbing techniques and safety procedures including a briefing on altitude medication. We recommend that you should have sufficient skill levels to move as part of a team on rope climbs without having to be independently guided. The best in emergency services will be on hand should anything untoward happen. Please read our TripAdvisor page for reviews of our excellent service and safety.

Our team of Sherpas are amongst the best in the Himalayas and include direct relatives of the Sherpas who assisted the first Western expeditions on Everest and other peaks. So levels of experience, knowledge and the chance of a successful ascent are all very high.

At this point in time, visas for Tibet and climbing permits are easily obtained and we will expedite you through the process. Tibet itself is unique cultural experience with timeless monuments and fascinating peoples that enrich the adventure.


Chomolungma (as the Tibetans call Everest) is ready if you are. It offers you the climbing experience of a lifetime!

Makalu Adventure also offers climbs up to and up the North Col without reaching the summit. Also, expeditions to the adjoining peak of Lhakpa Ri which offers a great opportunity for less experienced climbers as it one of the most accessible peaks above 7000 meters in the world.

Makalu Adventure organizes and runs expeditions to Everest and many peaks in Nepal, Tibet, India and elsewhere for international mountaineering tour companies. If you are interested in partnering with us please contact our director, Mohan Lamsal

Full Expedition Service:USD 55,000 per person (cost based on 1:1 ratio [1 Climber 1 Climbing Sherpa]


DETAILED Itinerary

  • Day 1
    Arrive in Kathmandu, Transfer to hotel. (H).
  • Day 2-3
    Organize Visas for China/Tibet / Preparation

    Full day sightseeing tour, and enjoy a  welcome dinner with live Nepali cultural show in the evening. The next day is  free.  More sightseeing and visa organization  for China/Tibet.

  • Day 4
    Fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa (3600m)

    Our Sherpa team leave Kathmandu overland ahead of us as we take the spectacular morning flight across the Himalayas to Lhasa (3600m) where we land at Gonggar airport. The drive from the airport to our hotel in Lhasa takes about three hours. (H, B, L, D)  

  • Day 5
    Lhasa 3600m
    Potala palace
    Potala Palace at Lhasa Tibet

    In the morning we can enjoy the sights of Lhasa whilst our bodies begin the slow process of acclimatization. We’ll visit the impressive Potala Palace and Jokhang Monastery. (H, B, L, D)

  • Day 6
    Lhasa to Gyantse (3950m)

    Today we start our journey towards Base Camp crossing the many high passes of Tibet to further aid our acclimatization. Kampala La (high Pass) at 4990m offers superb views of the turquoise lake Yamdrok Tso. Karo La takes us to our high point 5010m of the day before reaching Gyantse (3900m) for our overnight stay. Gyantse lies on the old trade route between Sikkim (India) and Tibet, and is the route originally taken by George Mallory used to reach Mount Everest in 1921. (H, B, L, D)

  • Day 7
    Gyantse to Xigatse (3900 m)

    The following day, we'll drive to Xigatse, the second most important city of Tibet, where we'll visit the Thashilumpo temple and the fortress Samzhuzê, built in 1363, it is the oldest building in Xigatse and the residence of the Panchen Lama. (H, B, L, D)

  • Day 8
    Xigatse to Xegar (4350m)

    Tingri

    Our high point today will be 5520m as we cross the Lakpa La (5520m), from where we can see Makalu and Everest. (T, B, L, D)

  • Day 9
    Xegar to Base Camp (5200m)

    We leave the main road and head toward the famous village of Rongbuk, The road becomes rougher and rougher but the scenery becomes more spectacular and finally, the awesome north face of Everest appears. If time permits we stop and visit the Rongbuk Monastery from where we can see Everest in its full beauty.

    mount everest north face and rongbuk monastery

    A further forty minutes driving will see our arrival at Base Camp. (C, B, L, D)

  • Day 10
    Rest at Base camp.
  • Day 11-14
    Equipment sorting, Training and Acclimatization

    Equipment sorting, training and acclimatization walks/scramble up the local  hills around base camp aiming for 6000m. (C, B, L, D)

  • Day 15
    Trek to Interim Camp 5800m.

    Leaving base camp Everest disappears from view behind 7500m Changste. Yaks carry the equipment. Initially, this is a gentle flat walk before turning steeply up to the left through amazing rocky scenery. Eventually, the valley reveals the amazing pinnacles of the East Rongbuk Glacier and we camp for the night. (C, B, L, D)

  • Day 16
    Trek to Advance Base Camp 6450m

    Advanced base camp

    A short but hard day due to the altitude. More of Everest gradually appears and finally the North Col. Our comfortable mess tent forms the center of camp in full view of Everest, the North Col and the route ahead. You can join in and watch our team prepare for their summit attempts. (C, B, L, D)

  • Days 17-24
    Climbing Period

    During this period we will do acclimatization climbs to the North Col before spending at least two nights sleeping on the North Col whilst making a further ascent to around 7500m before returning to BC to strengthen up for our summit attempt. Depending on the weather and snow conditions we may return to BC before sleeping on the North Col, in which case, a second acclimatization rotation will be made to ABC, the North Col and up to 7500m.

  • Day 25-27
    Advance Higher up to Camp 3 at 7500m (C, B, L, D).

    We ascend to Camp 2, this time to spend a night or two above 7000 meters. It is also possible to climb up to Camp 3 at 7500m. After this, members may wish to spend a number of days at base camp resting and building strength prior to making their summit bid.

  • Day 28-29
    Rest Days. (C, B, L, D).
  • Day 30-53
    Summit Days (C, B, L, D)

    It takes 8-10 hours to reach the summit. Initially, we ascend up easy snow and rock to the summit plateau at which point it is only altitude, weather, and fitness that will stop you from reaching the summit.

    The views across the summit plateau will include the other Himalayan giants: Lhotse, Nuptse, Menlugste and the beautiful Ama Dablam. If we are successful in climbing the mountain early then we will leave base camp early.

  • Day 54-55
    Back to Base Camp
  • Day 56
    Clear Base Camp
  • Day 57-59
    Drive to Kathmandu

    (In Tibet H, B, L, D, In Nepal H,B)

  • Day 60
    At Leisure and Return Flights

Cost Includes

  • Airport pickup/drop
  • Eco-friendly boutique hotel Thamel Eco Resort in Kathmandu (total 4 nights, twin sharing, BB)
  • Private transportation to/from Tibet border
  • Tibet Travel Permit, Expedition Permits & other entrance fees
  • Transportation in Tibet by private land cruiser (1 for every 4 people)
  • Support Truck to transport luggage, equipment and expedition logistics
  • Liaison Officer and Interpreter
  • Accommodation on lodges/hotels as mentioned (twin sharing, breakfast)
  • Sightseeing tours, entrance fees at monuments, guide
  • World class camping equipment (HA tents, inner sheet, table, chairs, mattress etc) [Base Camp and above]
  • Kitchen and Dinning equipment, Eating utensils, Shower Tents, Toilet Tent, Store Tent, etc
  • 5 Yaks for each member on way up to Advance Everest BC , 4 Yaks on way down from AEBC to BC [1 'yak load' means 40kg in spring and 50kg in autumn]
  • Full staff support up to the Advanced Everest BC and upto summit.
  • Daily meals (breakfast, lunch and Dinner and energy bars for members and staffs) while staying Base Camp, Advanced Everest BC, Camp I, Camp, II, Camp III and Camp IV
  • Insurance of support staff
  • Basic First Aid Supply for support staff and climbers
  • Portable Altitude Chamber (PAC)
  • Satellite mobile telephone (pay call)
  • Petrol Generator
  • Solar Panel
  • HA food above Advanced Everest BC and till Camp IV
  • 1 member 1 Tent at Base Camp. Above Base camp twin sharing basis AEBC, Camp I, Camp II, Camp III, Camp IV
  • Garbage deposit, Environment fee and Electricity
  • Radio for climbers
  • Oxygen. 4 litre 6 Bottle Oxygen for client. 4 litre 4 Bottle Oxygen for Climbing Sherpa.
  • Mask and Regulator and extra Mask and Regulator for emergency
  • EPI Gas and HA Stove
  • Pots and Pans.
  • Fixed Line ropes, and Snow Sticks.

Cost Excludes

  • International flights, Kathmandu-Lhasa-Kathmandu flight, airport taxes, excess baggage charges
  • Visa Fees
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Tibet while staying at Hotel
  • Personal climbing gears, ropes, carabiners, ice screw, etc
  • Extra Yak (if required for climbers’ excess luggage)
  • Personal expenses like bar bill, laundry, telephone etc
  • Personal medical and travel insurance
  • Extra permits that may be required for activities like filming etc
  • Summit bonus (only for successful climb), Tips etc [Recommended: USD 1000/per climbing Sherpa]
  • Tips for staffs and Sherpa [USD 300 by each climber]

Departures

Our trips are available on both Fixed Departure and Private Group Basis.

Please check the Fixed Departures Dates for dates, availability and price. Our fixed departures are 100% guaranteed. If you are planning to travel alone, or with a group of friends, please complete Customize Trip and we will design an itinerary based on your requirements.

Fixed Departures for Apr, 2025
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Tue, Apr 15 2025 Fri, Jun 13 2025 Booking Open

$ 50000

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Fixed Departures for Apr, 2026
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Fixed Departures for Apr, 2027
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Fixed Departures for Apr, 2028
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Checklist

Climbing Gear

  • Ice Axe: Bring a light weight axe with a pick that will stick easily in hard glacier ice. Attach a light weight wrist leash that is usable for climbing steeper terrain.
  •  Crampons: These must be sharp and must fit your boot perfectly.
  • Harness: Make sure the buckle is easy for you to thread in cold conditions! Gear loops will be useful for this trip as well as adjustable leg loops.
  • Helmet: Be sure you can comfortably fit a warm hat underneath.
  • Hardware: Bring 3 locking and 4 lightweight regular carabiners. It is helpful if at least one of the locking carabiners has a "key gate", like the Petzl Attaché. Bring one handled ascender and one Petzl Tibloc for ascending the fixed rope. You will need rigging material--two sewn 48" nylon slings and 10' of 8 mm perlon should be sufficient. Also include one small 5 mm prussik loop (about 4 feet of cord tied with a double fisherman's knot) for a rappel backup. For rappelling the Black Diamond ATC Guide is good since it can handle ropes from 7.7mm to 11mm. A Figure 8 is an old standby and works on a variety of ropes and also icy ropes. While it twists the ropes more, it is quite foolproof. You might consider both, in case you drop one of them and lose it. Our guide have Ice tool, Ice screws, Carabineers, Locking carabineers, Short-5- millimeter accessory cords, Slings.

Others Accessories

  • Headlamp: Bring a good LED headlamp with 2 sets of lithium batteries for cold conditions.
  • Water Bottles: 2 wide mouth plastic water bottles with insulated covers. A small Thermos bottle is great for cold mornings. Bring a pee bottle too.
  • Water purification: Iodine tablets (Potable Aqua or similar) or iodine crystals (Polar Pure). One bottle of Potable Aqua (enough to treat 25 liters) should be more than sufficient.
  • Utensils: Bring an insulated mug with a lid, a decent sized bowl, spoon, pocket knife and lighter.
  • Backpack: Climbing Backpack: Medium size internal frame pack (60 liter capacity). Look for a pack which is comfortable to carry, very durable, as light as is reasonable and one which has a minimum number of bells and whistles.
  • Sleeping Bag: Bring a sleeping bag comfortable to -20. Down is lighter and much more compressible. Be sure to bring a compression stuff sack. Keep in mind that many of your nights will be much warmer than -20, especially on the trek in to base camp.
  • Sleeping Mats: A stuff sack helps prevent punctures.

Footwear

  • Double Climbing Boots with expedition liners. Make sure your crampons can be adjusted to fit them!
  • Approach boots. Which will work on the trek and approach to Camp 1, and even up to Camp 2 if conditions warrant.
  • Gaiters and Yaktrax or Kahtoola Micro spikes in case of snow.
  • Socks: Three/Four sets of climbing socks.

Climbing Clothing

  • Insulated Parka: Heavyweight insulated expedition parka with hood.
  • Jacket: Lightweight waterproof-breathable construction with a hood.
  • Pants: Lightweight waterproof-breathable shell pants or bibs with full-length leg zippers. ALSO very useful are synthetic insulation full-zip pants, for example, Mountain Hardwar Compressor Pants--for evenings and cold summit days.
  • Mid Layers: Fleece or Soft Shell layering pieces that work well with the rest of your clothing. A Soft Shell jacket and an expedition weight long john top will work well.
  • Climbing Pants: Look for construction that provides freedom of movement and/or stretch materials. Fabric should be a breathable synthetic that preferably holds up to abrasion.
  • Base Layers: - 2 synthetic tops and 1 bottom. Zip neck tops are the way to go.
  • Mittens: Fleece mittens with an over mitten. Nothing competes with a mitten for warmth when the going got tough.
  • Ski Gloves: A warm insulated glove with leather palm will be worn a lot of the time.
  • Light Gloves: Polypropylene or fleece. Leather palms handle the fixed line better.
  • Leather gloves or good abrasion resistant climbing glove for the rock sections.
  • Stocking Hat: Wool or fleece stocking hat with ear protection.
  • Neck Gaiter and/or a Buff (highly recommended).
  • Baseball hat and Bandana.

Personal Accessories

  • Eyewear: Bring good sunglasses with side protection. For contact lens wearers, ski goggles with light color lenses (for use at night) might be useful in windy conditions. The ski goggles are essential for all climbers in really stormy conditions and can serve as an emergency backup for broken or lost sunglasses.
  • Vision correction: Bring extra prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses if you wear them. Lens solutions are not widely available in Nepal, bring enough for the duration.
  • Wrist Watch: With alarm and night light. An altimeter watch is useful.
  • First Aid: Hand sanitizer (Purell), moleskin or Compede, athletic tape, aspirin (some climbers take a baby aspirin every day up high) and/or ibuprofen / acetaminophen, Imodium, Band-Aids, antacid, insect repellant, ear plugs, and two rolls of toilet paper in quart Ziploc bags (we will have a supply at Base Camp), small towel, soap/shampoo.
  • Prescription Medications: Antibiotic for upper respiratory problems, Antibiotic for GI problems, Diamox for acclimatization (125 mg tabs recommended; enough for a week or more), Tylenol 3 or similar for severe headaches, Asthma medication, if any history.
  • Skin Care: Sun block lotion (at least #30 protection factor -- have at least one smaller tube (1 oz) that can fit in your pocket) and lip salve. Put your lip protection on a string and hang it from your neck. That way you'll use it. It also works great for your nose.
  • Garbage Bags: 2 or 3 large plastic bags make great liners for your pack in wet weather.
  • Personal Snack Food: The food is great on the trek but you might enjoy a few snacks (not more than 5 pounds) from home and also some drink mixes if you like these to add to your water bottle (let the iodine have 30 minutes contact time before adding). Summit climbers should bring some high altitude snacks they prefer for hard days.
  • MP3 Player and Books: Plan on sharing books with the Base Camp Library.
  • Pee Bottle
  • Chemical Hand Warmers 

Trekking Gear

  • Trekking Poles: Poles come in handy for balance and easing impact to your knees. Get collapsible poles that can attach to your backpack and fit into your duffel.
  • Backpack: You may choose to bring a smaller "daypack" for your airline travel carry on, and this can be used on the trek if you want to carry a smaller (35 liter or so), light trekking pack. You need a pack big enough for your clothes, water, camera, food, etc during the day.
  • Pack Cover: Waterproof rain cover for your trekking pack.
  • Trekking Clothes: Light hiking pants and / or hiking shorts for warm weather down low- NOT cotton. Shirts for hiking on nice days (t-shirts OK, quick-drying synthetic fabric is better.) Don't overdo your trekking clothes. A pair of shorts, long pants and a couple of shirts will do. Some pair of Socks, Underpants/panties/Bra, Belt, Skirt, one set Sport sandals and Trousers, You can hand wash them during the trek as needed.
  • Lightweight Approach Boots: Find a pair that fits and log some miles in them before your trip. A low cut shoe is adequate, but some hikers will prefer more ankle support.
  • Sleeping Bag: Climbers will make do with their expedition bag; trekkers only can get by with a lighter bag rated to -10.
  • Sleeping Pad or Thermarest-one light one is sufficient, you will be provided a thick open cell foam "trekking mattress" (recommend only for camping trek).

Travel Items

  • Duffel Bags: We normally pack all our equipment in two large duffel bags. Make sure they are well labeled with indelible ink as well as a travel tag. The duffels go on the trek/climb with you and will be carried by porters and yaks. Expect for them to get wet and muddy, so rugged, waterproof duffels are good. Bags with wheels are nice for the airport, but the porters and yaks don't like to carry them, so don't bring wheeled bags (or at least not two of them). You will also store some travel clothes at the hotel in Kathmandu while trekking, so a small additional bag with a lock might be handy. Bring 5 large plastic garbage bags to pack gear inside duffels to protect gear from rain.
  • Daypack: A smaller rucksack makes a great carry-on bag for your flight and is useful during the trek.
  • Travel Wallet: Some type of secure travel wallet is a must. Remember a pen for travel documents.
  • Passport (valid for at least 6 months), It is easy to get your Nepal visa on arrival in Kathmandu at the airport bring a passport photo. Bring a copy of the information pages and a couple of extra passport photographs. Carry these in a separate location. You'll be glad you did if you ever lose a passport.
  • Camera: with spare batteries, and film or memory cards, but keep it reasonable in size and weight. Consider a small USB drive to make it easy to share photos with your teammates.
  • Bathing Suit: Towel, Toothpaste and brush, floss, mini hair brush, razor, soap, mini bottle of shampoo, travel mirror, nail clippers etc.

ALTITUDE ACCLIMATIZATION

To get the most from your trek, and to stay safe, it is important to follow acclimatization guidelines. At Makalu Adventure, whenever possible, we follow the acclimatization formula set out by Drs Jim Duff and Peter Gormly; experts in Wilderness Medicine. "Above 2000m, altitude illness is a possibility and above 2500m it becomes common".
"As a rough guide, above 2500m the maximum daily height gain between sleeping altitudes should not exceed 400m, with a rest day every third day or after every 1000m of sleeping ascent".
"Avoid overexertion and breathlessness while acclimatizing, stay well hydrated, avoid alcohol, excess caffeine, salt and protein, your diet should be 70% carbohydrate above 3500m".

Why Choose Makalu Adventure

Makalu Adventure has been trading for over 25 years; is one of the leading trek and expedition agents in Nepal and is used as in-country agent by several international adventure companies. At the helm is Mohan Lamsal (MD) assisted by head trekking guide Tenging Sherpa and head climbing guide Sanu Sherpa. Teni started trekking as a porter aged 14 and has hiked every trail in Nepal, many times! Sanu Sherpa has the distinction of having climbed all 14, 8,000m peaks, twice! Mohan Lamsal is not only MD of Makalu Adventure, he is also the General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. You are in safe hands with Makalau Adventure.

Client Reviews

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100% recommend this Package.
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  • Kilian Jornet
    Spain

    Everest expedition

    I was in Everest expedition with Makalu adventure who provided the BC services perfectly, great food and assistance and a very fast and professional team to organize and find our unique needs.
  • Sean James
    United Kingdom

    Excellent service and a welcome by Makalu Adventure

    I've known and worked with Mohan and Makalu Adventure for nearly 15 years. In that time I've led many treks and high altitude expeditions to Nepal (15 expeditions over 8000m and counting). His company provides an excellent service and a welcome that I look forward to every season. The Thamel Eco Resort is a center of tranquility in Kathmandu and the perfect place to start and finish the Himalayan Adventure. The staffs are now like family and I hope to return for many years with the guarantee of safety and security that he offers in the mountains.
  • Roy Francis
    France

    I have been working as my country-agent for Makalu Adventure since last 20 years and recommend them most highly.

    “I have used Makalu Adventure as my in-county agent for the last twenty years and recommend them most highly. The staff are knowledgeable, well trained and go that extra mile to make sure all is well. These are just some of the trips I have done with Makalu Adventure: Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek - Phapulu to Everest Base Camp - Annapurna Base Camp - Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek Annapurna - Circuit of Dhaulagiri - Circuit of Manaslu - Rolwaling to Everest - Humla to Mt. Kailash - Everest ABC Tibet - Makalu Base Camp - Makalu Sherpani Col Pass Trek - Kangchenjunga Base Camp - Langtang Valley - Parchamo Peak - Dolpo - Mera Peak.
  • Gilian Kit Wai Lee
    Australia

    The Everest expedition was dealt very well by Makalu Adventures

    I worked with Makalu Adventure to get the trip all set up back in 2018 and it was great. The expedition was dealt with very well on my end and everyone on the team was really well experienced. I had good time getting to know the staff. The cook on my trip was fun and the climbing guide too. They really made the trip memorable. The company members were also pretty good, especially handling the logistics and providing what we needed.
    I feel confident that you will have a good time working with them.
  • Sams RL
    United Kingdom

    Successful Everest Expedition from North side because of Makalu and its experienced staff

    I was part of the Everest expedition from Tibet side in 2018 along with three others on the mission to the top of the world. It was a successful expedition and that is indeed because of Makalu and its experienced staff. I will not bore you with too many details but I will list out all points that I personally think you should know. 

    From the moment you arrive till the day you leave, you can really tell that they care about their clients. The team, especially Mohan who is the director and Phurba Wanchhu Sherpa who was the climbing sherpa were clear with the goals and objectives from day one which made us all comfortable throughout the expedition. They provided all the gears necessary for the expedition (O2, tents, etc.) which were all well maintained. Their base camp service was amazing and the staff spoke English well too. Specially base camp and advance base camp food was excellent. Overall I recommend Makalu Adventure and the amazing services provided by Mohan and his team in Nepal. Having had a few expedition experience in my lifetime, I can confidently say this is one of the best companies and I have met.

    There are a lot of companies to choose from but here are my two cents on that. Personally, I find it that local companies often have the same, if not better service compared to big-name companies. Moreover, foreign companies often use local companies to operate in countries like Nepal and charge a premium for their foreign leaders. Having has experience with both, I would prefer working with local companies as the level of service is the same and I save money too. 
    Good luck with everything!
  • Chris Harling
    United Kingdom

    Great Service! Very good Company Makalu Adventure for Expedition

    I successfully climbed Mt Everest from the Tibet Side back in 2016. The climbing was much adventurous and challenging than other peaks I submitted before. Well it was definitely dangerous and thrilling but what made it easier and worth it was Makalu Adventures. I'm so glad my friend recommended me Makalu Adventure. The whole trip was so well organized, the sherpas (Phurba Ongel and Wanchhu) guided us all the way to the summit making the journey smooth. I had a lot of fun and the accommodation along with the food was great even in the higher altitude which I did not foresee. It was an experience to remember for a lifetime. Thank you Makalu Adventures for a great adventure. Great services
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