Makalu Barun National Park

Makalu Barun National Park extends over 1,500 square kilometers from tropical forests to snow peaks, reaching altitudes between 1,000 and 8,485 meters.

The national park, established in 1992 as an eastern extension of Sagarmatha National Park, protects the territory surrounding Mount Makalu, the fifth highest peak.

Indigenous Sherpa communities maintain their traditional practices within the park boundaries, managing natural resources according to ancestral knowledge passed through generations.

Trekking permits and experienced guides are required for accessing the park, with expeditions typically lasting between six to seven days to reach base camps.

The protected area contains the only known natural habitat spanning from tropical forests to snow-capped peaks within an elevation range exceeding 8,000 meters.

Location: Solukhumbu District

Location: Sankhuwasabha District

Inception: 1992

Website: http://dnpwc.gov.np/protected_areas/details/makalubarunnationalpark

GPS coordinates: 27.71644,87.10968

Latest update: May 12, 2025 22:43