Makalu climbing

Expedition to the summit of Makalu, at 8485 meters above sea level, on the border between Tibet and Nepal in the Himalayas. It is the fifth highest peak in the world.

Makalu, a magnificent pyramid isolated in a wild region. So summed up guide Lionel Terray, the most famous participant in the victorious French expedition of 1955. The first expedition over 8000 meters where every member of the group, including the Sirdar, reached the summit. A remarkable feat for its time.

Today, the approach is an 11-day trek via Shipton's trail, named in honor of the great British explorer and mountaineer who, along with Edmund Hillary, first explored access to Makalu by crossing from the foot of Everest.

Then comes the ascent itself, carried out in four camps. The main difficulty lies between Camps 2 (6600 m) and 3 (7500 m). A long spur in mixed terrain, with no possibility of establishing an intermediate camp, requires excellent physical condition and the ability to abseil (placing and removing one's descender independently).

This is a far cry from the cohorts that climb the slopes of Cho Oyu, or even Everest. A major summit reserved for experienced mountaineers.

To ensure a trip in the best possible conditions, we concentrate our resources, strength and expertise on small teams. An altitude sherpa accompanies you throughout the ascent.

The approach hike via Shipton's trail to reach base camp provides essential time for acclimatization. A few days spent at base camp complete the acclimatization process.

Our team is made up of cooks and high-altitude sherpas with whom we work regularly. All of them are experienced and qualified, and hold government approvals. In addition to their efficiency and hard work, they have excellent people skills. We provide them with quality clothing and equipment, and insure them in accordance with Nepalese government regulations.