Sherpani Col and Ice Col are situated in the eastern high Himalayas, seven valleys radiate from mount. Makalu.These valleys, particularly the Barun valley, treasure some of the last remaining pristine forests and alpine meadows of Nepal. From the bottom of the Arun valley, at just 435 m. above sea level, the Himalayas rise to the snow-capped peak of Makalu- 8463 m. within a 40 km distance.

The Ice Col trek route is a spectacular, seldom visited region of Nepal and crosses three High Mountain passes. On the final section, the route meets the popular southern approach to Everest Base Camp at Chhukung. The rare views are some of the most breathtaking in the whole Himalayan range: around you lie vista's of three of the world's five highest mountains: Makalu, Kanchenjunga and Everest.

This trek is considered as most technical trek and suitable only for sporty people. If you are fit enough and have a sense of adventure you will enjoy this trek. The program is designed to acclimatize you gradually and not to experience high altitude sickness. Please note that the following program is designed in the fact basis however can be change in some circumstances but adjustments will have to made during the trekking. We request you to be flexible with the situation to enjoy yourself.

The climb ascends towards Khadbari and descending gradually, taking us from villages at 4570m to the Khongma Pass at 3,090m, allowing excellent acclimatisation. Beyond Num there are no villages. The track climbs all the way to Neghe Kharka, crossing the Barun Khola flowing from Makalu.

The trek starts from Tumlingtar after a short fly from Kathmandu. After the Makalu Base Camp we cross the 3 difficult passes which are Sherpani Col (6135m), West Col (6143m) and Amphu Laptsha Pass (5845m).Trekkers carry only day pack and walk on their own pace.

NOTE: The route to Sherpani Col (6,135m) involves a sustained period at altitude with some steep slopes, but rewards one with powerful views of Makalu (8,463m) to the north and the aptly named Island Peak (6,160m) to the west. This is the realm of the glaciers, surrounded by the unforgettable presence of the world's mightiest mountains; all in the shadows of the towering bulk of Everest itself.

Average hiking per day in Sherpani trek 6-14 hrs.(14 hours is in high passes).

Itinerary:

Day 01 Arrival and transfer to hotel/welcome dinner (D)
Day 02 Day at Leisure /Hotel (B)
Day 03 Fly to Tumlingtar (510m)/ Camp (B, L, D)
Day 04 Trek to Mani Bhajyang (1180m) (B, L, D)
Day 05 Trek to Chichira (1910m) (B, L, D)
Day 06 Trek to Num (1560m) (B, L, D)
Day 07 Trek to Navagaon (2140m) (B, L, D)
Day 08 Trek to Tashigaon (2250m) (B, L, D)
Day 09 Trek to Kauma (3610m) (B, L, D)
Day 10 Trek to Mumbuk (3815m) via cross Shipton la (4216m) (B, L, D)
Day 11 Trek to Nehe Kharka (3620m) (B, L, D)
Day 12 Trek to Jangma Le (4410m) (B, L, D)
Day 13 Trek to Hillary Base Camp (4920m) (B, L, D)
Day 14 Trek to Makalu Base Camp (B, L, D)
DAY 15 Trek to High Camp (B, L, D)
DAY 16 Trek to Sherpani Col (6135m), (B, L, D)
DAY 17 Trek to West Col (6143m) (B, L, D)
DAY 18 Trek to Amphu Laptsha Pass (5845m) (B, L, D)
DAY 19 Trek to Below Pass (4988m) (B, L, D)
DAY 20 Trek to Chukkung (4900m) (B, L, D)
DAY 21 Trek to Tengbuche (3860) (B, L, D)
DAY 22 Trek to Namche (3440m) (B, L, D)
DAY 23 Trek to Lukla (2840m) (B, L, D)
Day 24 Spare day for trek (B, L, D)
Day 25 Fly to Kathmandu /Hotel (B)
Day 26 Day at leisure/farewell dinner /Hotel (B, D)
Day 27 Drive to Airport for return flight (B)

Note: The itinerary can be customized according to your duration of holiday. Similarly hotel can be upgraded or degraded depend on your budget.
 
Cost include:
- International airport pickup and drop
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- Hotel accommodation at 3 star catagory in double occupancy
- Trekking Transportation by flight
- Special trekking permit
- Conservation permit.
- TRC permit
- Meals as per mention (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- Camping (twin sharing tow men tent) / dining tent, toilet tent
- English speaking guide with his insurance and equipment.
- Porter with his insurance and equipment (one porter in between
  two person)
- Wages, food, accommodation, equipment, insurance and other facilities
  to staffs

Not include:
- Beverage (drinks)
- Tips
- Helicopter evacuation incase of immergency.
- Personal insurance
- Sleeping bag (this can be rent at Thamel; cost Rs 40-50 a day a
  sleeping bag)