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Duration18 Days
LanguageEnglish, Chinese, French
Elevation
Tour Highlights
Mera Peak Climbing is an adventure to one of the highest trekking peaks in Nepal and an exploration of the fairly unexplored and densely landscape at the edge of Khumbu region. With the panoramic view of several of the world’s highest peaks above 8000m as the highlight of this non-technical climb adventure, you shall have glimpse of authentic Sherpa culture, green and lush landscape and quaint trekking trails are other attractions. Trekkers complete their Mera Peak climbing with a traverse of the sanctuary of Makalu Barun National Park, high pastures, high altitude passes, small villages of hardworking Sherpas, lush valleys, glacial moraines, and majestic glaciers, diverse vegetation, and sparsely inhabited Hinku valley. Join this trek for a moderate mountaineering experience, off the beaten trekking and experience of trekking immersed in unique local culture.
Mera Peak Climbing adventure begins from Lukla, the famous gateway to the Khumbu region and immediately takes the less explored trail towards the Hinku valley. Through the dense forest with pristine rhododendron, oak, silver fir, birch and Jennifer trees, small settlements with stone houses and ensembles of Sherpa culture, we reach to the steep face of Zatrwa La Pass (4610m). Further ahead in the trail we have the view of beautiful alpine lakes and Peak Mera Glacier as we further explore the trail ahead towards the peak. Continuing further below the tree level and on some long descent trail on a steep rocky trail on a mountainside, we traverse through the settlements of Thangnak and Khare to finally reach the base of Mera Peak. Observing the glorious summit of Mera Peak en route, we climb through the glacial moraine, rocky terrains and snowfields with an easy and sometimes steep ascent to reach the peak of the scenic Mera Peak. After enjoying the views of five eight-thousanders (Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Makalu) we shall take some mandatory summit shots and descend down to High Camp, Base Camp, and Khare. Through the small settlements with few teahouses and green lush landscape, we return to Lukla and then to Kathmandu to end the Mera Peak climbing.
Mera Peak Climbing requires you to have above average physical fitness enough to hike for 6-7 hours a day in hilly terrain and previous experience of ice ax and crampons, yet no previous climbing experience is needed. Develop in you the mental endurance to sustain yourself during the adventure and get an opportunity to explore the alpine wilderness. March to June and October to December are the best season for Mera Peak Climbing expedition. Pack your bags and go for Mera Peak Climbing with our professional team, meticulously developed itinerary, and quality service!
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Tap each days to expand detailsDAY 1Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu 1,350 m and transfer to Hotel.
On arrival at Kathmandu international airport via respective airlines, where you will be received by our office staff and guide with warm welcome then transfer to your hotels in the hub of the city.
After checking into your rooms and getting refreshed join the other groups for briefing on
Gokyo Lake & Everest Panorama Trekking, our guide offers you with useful important information regarding trek and your stay in Nepal with us.
Evening includes welcome dinner in a nice and authentic Nepalese restaurant with Folk Culture program of Nepal while having your dinner.
DAY 2Day 2 : Full day in Kathmandu with half day sightseeing tour at places of interest.
Morning, depart from the hotel for exciting tour around Kathmandu at places of great interest, Kathmandu city and its valley steeped with historical and religious monuments temples and monasteries listed as World Heritage Sites.
After an interesting tour afternoon free to relax and preparation for Gokyo Lake & Everest Panorama trekking next early morning flight to Lukla.
DAY 3Day 3 : Fly to Lukla 2,830 m with overnight at Lukla.
Starting early morning transfer to domestic airport for short and scenic flight to Lukla, taking a smaller aircraft (Twin Otter or Dornier) during 30 minutes on air with amazing panorama of Himalayan series of peaks with Mt. Everest, as the plane lands on its unique uphill runways reaching at Tenzing & Hillary airport in Lukla.
Overnight in Lukla with afternoon free to explore around its interesting market and streets and witness local Sherpa culture of great interest with views of Kongde peaks towards west direction.
DAY 4Day 4 : Trek to Chutanga 3,430 m -/ 11,250 ft
Mornings with first day walk to reach our first overnight tea house at Chutanga as our route leads past many farm lands with moderate trekking encountering few short ups overlooking beautiful scenery along the route. Stay overnight in Tea house.
DAY 5Day 5 : Trek to Thuli-Kharka (4300 meter/14,107 feet)
Walk beings with steep climb to cross over high rocky ridges of Kalo and Naulekh Himal the crossing Zatwar-la and Zatwar-Og passes of over 4,300 m high to reach into Inkhu valley with overnight camp at Thuli-Kharka around grazing area.
DAY 6Day 6 : Trek to Kothe 4,360 m / 11,808 ft
Today walk leads within patch of forest to enter into mountainous country to reach inner Inkhu valley where routr leads on route Mera Peak base camp, as trek continues within tree lines past many pasture area to reach a clear and wide grassy field and Kothe for overnight camp.
DAY 7Day 7 : Trek to Thangnak 4,356 m / 14,291 ft
Morning walk start on downhill with grand views of Peak 43 and Kusum Kanguru peaks within scenic Inkhu valley where you can view stunning South Face of Mera Peak, as walk continues into dense rhododendron and pine tree forest to reach a nice meadow and an area at Mosum Kharka. Our journey continues towards north leaving the tree lines behind, after a good trek reaching a wide open valley with at Gondaishung close to Thangnak area.
Gondaishung a place with interesting old small Gompa (a small monastery or shrine) of more than 200 years, from here walk for another hour to reach at Thangnak for overnight stop, a nice place with temporary huts and shades with a small lodge and tea house.
DAY 8Day 8 : Trek to Khare 5,045 m /16,551 ft
After overnight stop at scenic area at Thangnak adventure continues on gradual path with some few ups and downs overlooking fabulous views to reach near at Charpatti Tal (4 sided glacial lake).
This small lake dammed by stone and moraines, and then with short climb with downhill towards a large meadow at Khare for overnight tea house .
DAY 9Day 9 : Acclimatization day at Khare and Pre-Climbing Training.
Today at ease after a good scenic walks from Lukla, this free and rest day allows you to acclimatize and as well time for some practice with your ice-axe and crampons around the camp, finding perfect place for some exercise on ice and rocks.
DAY 10Day 10 : Climb Mera High Camp 5,780 m / 18,958 ft
From the base camp we have allowed one more camp to make this climb more approachable, morning walk follows across Mera la and then reaching at Mera High Camp in complete wilderness, on reaching at high camp enjoy afternoon at leisure with lunch and preparation for the next early morning climb on top Mera Peak.
Where our expert guides will scout the route and fixing ropes where necessary to safe guard from incidental accidents.
DAY 11Day 11 : Mera Peak (6,461 meters/21,190 feet) summit and back to Khare 5,045 m /16, 551 ft.
Fain destination of the adventure, starting very early before break of dawn, route leads with steep climb but without any technical difficulty a straight-forward climb one can do it with the help of ski poles, however for safety measures where all climbers needs well equipped with crampons, ice axe, helmets.
After a tough high altitude climb then finally reaching on top of the rewards you with outstanding panorama of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho- Oyu all the way to Mt. Kanchenjunga in the eastern horizon. Enjoying marvelous moments feeling in high spirit, then descend on the same route to base camp at Khare
DAY 12Day 12 : Reserve Day for Contingency.
Fain destination of the adventure, starting very early before break of dawn, route leads with steep climb but without any technical difficulty a straight-forward climb one can do it with the help of ski poles, however for safety measures where all climbers needs well equipped with crampons, ice axe, helmets.
After a tough high altitude climb then finally reaching on top of the rewards you with outstanding panorama of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho- Oyu all the way to Mt. Kanchenjunga in the eastern horizon. Enjoying marvelous moments feeling in high spirit, then descend on the same route to base camp at Khare
DAY 13Day 13 : Trek to Thangnak
Return journey back Thangnak after a wonderful experience and climb on to Mera Peak, where walk will be easier from here on after losing much altitude to reach at Thangnak for overnight stay.
DAY 14Day 14 : Trek too Lukla via Zatrwa La pass 4,610 m / 15,124 ft
Last day walk of the adventure morning leads with climb over high ridge of Naulekh or Kalo Himal including Zatrwa Og and Zatrwa-La passes, after a tough long climb then descend to Chutanga into green areas and forest, where few hours of great walk takes you back at Lukla for final overnight around Khumbu and Everest area.
DAY 15Day 15 : Trek too Lukla via Zatrwa La pass 4,610 m / 15,124 ft
Last day walk of the adventure morning leads with climb over high ridge of Naulekh or Kalo Himal including Zatrwa Og and Zatrwa-La passes, after a tough long climb then descend to Chutanga into green areas and forest, where few hours of great walk takes you back at Lukla for final overnight around Khumbu and Everest area.
DAY 16Day 16 : Fly to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
From Lukla an early morning flight to Kathmandu with panorama of mountains views all the way to Kathmandu, at Kathmandu domestic airport our staff transfers you back into your hotel with free afternoon to relax after a great and wonderful adventure on Mera Peak Climb and trek.
DAY 17Day 17 : In Kathmandu free day for individual activities
Today a free day in Kathmandu reserved as extra day in case of flight delay and cancellation in Lukla, due to unfavorable bad weather conditions which can occur sometimes as Himalaya weather can be unpredictable.
If all goes well as per our guideline and set itinerary, enjoy the day with individual activities or join in for exciting tour around Kathmandu at places of great interest.
DAY 18Day 18 : Final International departure from Nepal.
Last day in Nepal, country of Himalayan wonders and as per your international flight time depart for homeward bound or to next respective connecting destinations.
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Included & Excluded
- All airport pick up drop off by private vehicle (for both international and domestic flights)
- Welcome dinner in an authentic restaurant
- 03-night twin/double sharing accommodation on BB at 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
- Guided sightseeing tours in Kathmandu with private vehicle (entrance fees extra)
- Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu flight with airport departure tax
- National Park entrance fee and Trekkers’ Information Management System( TIMS card)
- A highly experienced, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking, well-trained, Government license holding guide and climbing sherpa. Price includes his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport, and insurance.
- 02 guest to 01 porters with their insurance, salary, food, accommodation, and equipment
- Your cost includes insurance, wages, food and lodging for both your guide and porter. We take excellent care of our guides and porters, they are like family to us.
- Twin/double sharing accommodation in the mountain during the trekking and tented camp during the climbing time.
- Three meals a day; breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and tea/coffee during the trekking and climbing.
- First aid kit
- Trekking Planner’s a sleeping bag, down jackets, T-shirt, cap, duffle bags, city and trekking route maps – if necessary.
- All the necessary equipment for climbing
- An arrangement of emergency evacuation service (should have insurance for emergency evacuation and will be paid by your travel insurance company)
- Oximeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily during the trek (very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms). This helps ensure your trek is in the safest hands possible.
- All applicable government and local taxes per the itinerary
- One-hour complimentary spa/massage in Kathmandu after the trek
Good To Know
Difficulties rating of Mera Peak Climbing
Trekkers have to climb a peak so trekker should be fit to do this trekking. Maximum altitude of the trek is 6475m, so you should be careful about altitude related risk. To get rid of it please walk slowly and have more water and avoid alcoholic drinks. Please be careful of frost bit and snow blindness. You must take care of your health.
Safe drinking water on Mera Peak Climbing
Basically, we can get mineral water bottles in lower places but as we go higher cannot find it. In that case, we suggest you drink boiled water which may charge a small fee, found in tea houses and better to bring chlorine tablets to purify water. Due to no provision of plastic bottles better to use boiled rather than mineral water, helpful for the protection of the environment.
Recharging Batteries of Electronic Items On the Trek
Hydroelectricity or solar power sources are used to charge your electrical items like camera, batteries, iPod, iPhone etc. Tea houses or lodges may charge a small fee per hours for charging facilities. Better to buy adopters before the trip since plugs are limited. In Nepal, 220-240 volt power is used and sockets fit round and flat plugs.
Garbage Disposal
Use a dustbin and do not throw anything into the fire. Carry garbages in the way where dustbin facilities are not available and conserve the environment.
Spending Money per Day
It mainly depends upon spending habits, normally you should allocate US$ 9-12 per meal in Kathmandu. On trekking, US$ 10-14 a day is good enough to buy drinks and chocolates.
Travel Insurance for Mera Peak Climbing
You should be sufficiently protected and need to have travel insurance that covers emergency evacuation, lost items, liabilities, injuries, and medical treatment. Ensure the insurance covers all the activities in the Himalayas. Trekking Planner can offer the appropriate medical response based on your policy and insurance.
Washing and Toilet facilities for Mera Peak Climbing:
All the guest houses offer hot showers, which can be in a bathroom or can be a bucket of hot water. Please note that at high altitude there may not be enough hot water for all the trekkers. Limit the use of hot water unless the water is solar heated or firewood for the ecological reason. Every lodge has some kind of washing facilities but you must carry a bar of soap. If the water froze then ask your guide to get a warm bowl of water.
The toilet is mainly Asian squat style. Basically, the toilet is outside your room and varies in how clean they are. You should not through toilet paper in the toilet hole rather you should use a rubbish bin that is kept inside the toilet.
Tea Houses
On this trekking route, local people have built tea houses lodge with food and beverage facilities. A simple room usually has two narrow beds. While staying in the tea houses you will see the charming local people with their good hospitality services.
How Can I Plan and Confirm My Trip?
Trekking planner is a government licensed trekking company in Nepal as we can see a photo of legal documents in about us section. Under the following terms and condition, we accept your booking:
We required non-fundable deposit Of 15% down payment in advance is mandatory to book a flight ticket, hotel booking, and Tims as well as permit process. Booking must be done 5 days earlier and amount can be either bank transfer or Western Union, money gram as well as through credit cards and the rest amount must be paid upon your arrival to Nepal.
