Sep 6, 2026 11 min read
The Barun Valley and Makalu: A Complete Guide
The Barun is the glacial valley below Makalu's south face, inside a national park that runs from 435 m to 8,485 m. The trek from…
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The Barun is the glacial valley below Makalu's south face, inside a national park that runs from 435 m to 8,485 m. The trek from…
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