Num sits on a ridge at about 1,560 m above the deep Arun valley. Reached by jeep from Tumlingtar, it is the road head for the Makalu Base Camp trek, which drops to the Arun and climbs to Seduwa and Makalu Barun.
Quick answer: Start early: the first day from Num involves a steep descent and climb.
Num at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Altitude | About 1,560 m |
| Valley | Arun |
| From | Tumlingtar by jeep |
| Trek | Makalu Base Camp |
| Next | Seduwa |
Highlights
- Arun valley views.
- Start of the Makalu trek.
- Rai villages.
Trips and guides
Plan your visit
Num is where the walk to Makalu begins. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.