Makalu
8,481m
Taplejung/Sankhuwasabha, Eastern Nepal
Elevation
8,481m
Location
Taplejung/Sankhuwasabha
First Ascent
May 15, 1955 by Jean Couzy & Lionel Terray
About
Makalu
Makalu is the fifth highest mountain in the world, renowned for its distinctive four-sided pyramid shape. It is one of the most technically challenging eight-thousanders to climb, with steep, exposed rock and ice faces. The Makalu-Barun National Park protects the surrounding region of extraordinary biodiversity.
Climbing
Climbing Routes
West Pillar Route
Extreme 55-65 Days
Southeast Ridge
Extreme 55-65 Days
Highlights
Peak Features
Fifth highest peak
Perfect pyramid shape
Technically challenging
Makalu-Barun National Park
Remote and pristine
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