Mera Peak Climbing - 18 Days

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Trip Highlights

  • Destination : Mera Peak (6461meter)
  • Group Size : Min – 2 +
  • Maximum altitude : 6461meter
  • Grade : Strenuous
  • Season : Spring & Autumn
  • Accommodation : Tea House/Camping
  • Duration : 18 Days
  • Entry : Lukla
  • Exit : Lukla

Trip Overview

Mera Peak Climbing: Summit Nepal's Highest Trekking Peak

Mera Peak (6,461m/21,190ft) stands as Nepal's highest trekking peak, offering an exhilarating climbing experience with breathtaking views of the Himalayan giants. This expedition is best undertaken during the spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) seasons when weather conditions are most favorable.

Highlight: From the summit of Mera Peak, climbers are rewarded with an awe-inspiring panorama of five 8,000-meter peaks: Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga.

Itinerary Highlights:

  1. Route: Our itinerary takes the scenic route through the beautiful Hinku Valley, offering cultural insights and better acclimatization opportunities. We return via the Zatra La Pass.
  2. Gradual Ascent: The itinerary is carefully designed with a steady ascent rate and an additional day in Khare for proper acclimatization.
  3. Trekking Experience: The journey combines trekking through pristine Nepalese wilderness and traditional villages, providing a glimpse into the rich local culture.

Technical Difficulty:

  1. Moderate Mountaineering Skills: While Mera Peak is a challenging trekking peak due to its altitude, it requires only basic mountaineering skills, making it suitable for those with moderate experience.
  2. Training Provided: Our experienced guides will provide necessary training on essential mountaineering techniques, such as using crampons and ropes.

Best Time to Climb:

  1. Spring (March-May): Clear skies and stable weather conditions.
  2. Autumn (September-November): Post-monsoon, with optimal visibility and minimal precipitation.

Accommodation:

  1. Teahouses and Lodges: During the trekking portion of the expedition, you will stay in comfortable teahouses and lodges.
  2. Tented Camps: At higher altitudes, well-equipped tented camps will be set up, providing a safe and comfortable base.

Permits and Preparation:

  1. Permits Required: Sagarmatha National Park Permit, TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card, and Mera Peak Climbing Permit.
  2. Preparation: Cardiovascular training, strength exercises, and altitude acclimatization are essential for a successful summit bid.

Why Choose Mera Peak?

  1. Highest Trekking Peak in Nepal: Summit a 6,000-meter peak without the need for extensive technical climbing skills.
  2. Panoramic Himalayan Views: Witness five of the world's fourteen 8,000-meter peaks from the summit.
  3. Cultural Immersion: Experience the rich Nepalese culture and traditions during the trekking portion.
  4. Expert Guidance: Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and rewarding climbing experience.

Mera Peak Climbing offers a unique opportunity to combine the thrill of high-altitude mountaineering with the cultural richness of Nepal's trekking regions. With careful planning, expert guidance, and proper preparation, this expedition can be a rewarding and unforgettable achievement for adventurous trekkers and aspiring mountaineers alike.

Trip Itinerary

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day 1

Arrival in Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel

Adventure Outdoors warmly welcome the guest at Tribhuwan International Airport Nepal with a plea card along with Tourist bus, Hiace or a Car depending on the number of Visitors. Once arrival we transfer our guest to the hotel and if the pickup is of morning we serve a hot and wonderful lunch along a pleasurable hotel service and at night dinner in the city area and monitoring the ultimate facility of our guest we provide an accommodation service.

day 2

Half day Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley & Preparation Day

After the fine breakfast provided from the Hotel we pick up our guest from the hotel and help them to make a small tour in the early morning. The half day sightseen include wonderful places of Kathmandu along few driving distance country side where the food is served on a way according to the choice and preference of our customers. At night dinner is served and overnight stay hotel.

day 3

Fly to Lukla, trek to Paiya (Chutok) (2,730m/8,956ft):

We take an early morning fly to Lukla and start our trek to Paiya after arriving at the Tenzing-Hillary air terminal in Lukla. We stroll on a wilderness trail, traverse the Handi Khola and reach Surke Village. From here we keep moving south and cross the Chutok La pass before reaching the little settlement of Paiya, which is called Chutok. Medium-term in Paiya.

day 4

Paiya to Panggom (2,846m/9,337ft):

We plunge for some time and reach a little scaffold. From here the trail is dangerous until the point that we cross the Kari La pass. We stroll through rhododendron and bamboo woodlands on a tight mountain trail. On the today’s trekking we get the opportunity to experience spectacular scene of the Dudhkoshi Valley. We proceed with our trek to Panggom Village whose settlers are dependent on cultivating and trading in Panggom.

day 5

Panggom to Ningsow (2,863m/9,393ft):

We start our trek after breakfast. In the wake of trekking out of Panggom, we cross the Panggom La pass. At that point we climb, stroll on an enduring way and turn north. We cross Peseng Kharka Khola first then in the wake of strolling for at some point, achieve Peeng Kharka Danda. We cross Ningsow Khola (stream) before achieving the Ningsow Village. Medium-term in Ningsow.

day 6

Ningsow to Chhatra Khola (2,800m/9,186ft):

From Ningsow, we climb first at that point plunge for some time and climb some more to achieve Ramailo Danda. From here we get exceptional perspectives of Mera Peak and Salpa. In the wake of climbing and sliding on our trail, we enter the Makalu Barun National Park. Our trail from here to Chhatra Khola is called Pasang Lhamu trail. In transit, in the event that we are fortunate, we may even run over the tricky Red Panda. Medium-term in Chhatra Khola.

day 7

Chhatra Khola to Kothe (3,691m/12,109ft):

We stroll towards the north on the principle trail to Mera Peak. After strolling on a trail by the Majang Khola, we converge with another trail which moves close by the Hinku Khola. Our trail propels straight towards Tashing Ongma which has regular coffeehouses. We proceed with our trek and traverse the Sanu Khola before achieving Kothe.

day 8

Kothe to Thaknak (4,358m/14,297ft):

We trek along the edge of the Hinku Khola in the shadow of Mera Peak. We take lunch at Gondishung, the mid- year herders' settlement in the west bank of the Hinku Drangka. Past Gondishung, we pass a 200-year-old Lungsumgba Gompa where we can discover Mera Peak scripted in shake alongside its course to achieve Mera. A short walk takes us to Thaknak, which is a late spring brushing territory with crude cabins and shops.

day 9

Thaknak to Khare (5,045m/16,486ft):

Leaving Thaknak, we take after the sidelong moraine of Dig Glacier to Dig Kharka, which offers marvelous perspectives of Charpate Himal. The trail moves through moraines to the nose of the Hinku Nup and Shar icy masses, and after that trips more steeply to Khare. From here, we can see the northern face of Mera Peak which a stunning background will be. After lunch we can climb in and around Khare.

day 10

Khare: Acclimatization and pre– climb preparing

We have a different day put aside exclusively for acclimatization and fundamental preparing just to set ourselves up better for the Mera Peak climb. Our climbing pioneer will enable us to clean our essential climbing strategies and show the most ideal approaches to utilize our climbing gears like the ice hatchet, bridle, ascender climbing boots and crampons. The preparation will likewise incorporate taking in the best climbing strategy with the rope. Medium-term in Khare.

day 11

Khare to Mera High Camp (5,780m/18,958ft):

We stroll through a stone strewn course on a precarious trail to achieve the Mera Peak Base Camp. From here, we proceed advance through the Mera La go to achieve the Mera High Camp. Our way is along a rough trail, which can be unsafe on the off chance that it has as of late snowed, as there are various chasms here. We advance toward the highest point of the musical crew, which is set apart by a vast cairn. At that point we set up a high camp while getting a charge out of phenomenal perspectives of Mt. Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu, the south face of Lhotse, Nuptse, Chamlang and Baruntse.

day 12

Mera High Camp to Summit (6,461m/21,1907ft) and back to Khare (5045m/16,547ft):

This is an extremely critical day for the endeavor. We wake up around 2 toward the beginning of the day for breakfast. It will be extremely chilly to start with however soon we warm up as we proceed up the ice sheet and onto a edge. The main beams of the sun hit the enormous peaks in an astounding red sparkle. The course is still non-specialized as we gradually move higher into the consistently diminishing air. The slant steepens for a segment behind the edge and the summit returns into see. At the foot of the last soak summit cone, we may utilize a settled rope if the climbing pioneer trusts it's required. The summit is just a couple of meters away. From the summit, we take in fantastic perspectives of the relentless Himalayas including Mt. Everest (8,848m), Cho-Oyu (8,210m), Lhotse (8,516m), Makalu (8,463m), Kangchenjunga (8,586m), Nuptse (7,855m), Chamlang (7,319m), Baruntse (7 ,129m) and others. Afterward, we follow our means back to the high camp where we rest for some time before plummeting to Khare. Medium-term in Khare.

day 13

Reserve Day for Contingency

There is no certification that we will have great climate on our arranged day for the summit. Subsequently, this day is put aside as a possibility if we can't summit the Mera on the coveted day because of awful climate conditions or some other unexpected reason. Be that as it may, if the outing goes easily, this day won't be required.

day 14

Khare to Kothe (3600m/11808ft):

We trek from Khare to Kothe along a similar trail utilized already. After reachingheig Kothe, we commend our prosperity by experimenting with neighborhood delights and wines.

day 15

Kothe to Thuli Kharka (4,300 m/14,107ft):

We start our trek to Thuli Kharka after breakfast. We move up and drop, cross a few tributaries of the Inkhu Khola before achieving a forked trail adjacent Taktho. We pick the trail to our right side and keep strolling. Our trail goes by a Chorten after which we walk downhill on a lofty trail. Next, we climb to Thuli Kharka and go by another Chorten in transit.

day 16

Thuli Kharla to Lukla by means of Zatrwa La pass:

We cross the Zatrwa-La go at 4,600. When we cross the pass, we are invited by seeing the lovely Lukla Valley which is encompassed by Cho Oyu, Kongde Peak, Numbur Himal, Kusum Khangru and other Himalayan peaks. From Zatrwa La pass we walk the distance down to Chutang and after that straight forward to the Lukla town.

day 17

Fly to Kathmandu

We find an early morning fly to Kathmandu. After reaching Kathmandu, we can take a rest or do some trinket shopping. If we need to investigate some other regions of Kathmandu, we may do that today. Our aides can assist you with both keepsake shopping or touring.

day 18

Drive to Airport for Final Departure.

The groups are dropped at airport with warm hospitality for another destination

What’s Included

Service Included

  • Airport pick up & Drop off
  • Peak climbing permit/TIMS
  • Climbing guide / Sirdar (One climbing guide for 4 climbers)
  • One trekking guide/leader
  • Necessary porters including a cook (some nights will be camping and will require cook and cooking utensils)
  • All land transportation (from hotel to airport and from airport to hotel)
  • All meals three times a day during the trek/climb (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • Accommodations in tea houses (lodges) and some nights for camping
  • Necessary trekking/camping equipment such as tents, mattresses, sleeping bags, down jackets, cooking utensils, etc.
  • Cooking fuel
  • Camping charges
  • Insurance and equipment for the climbing & trekking staff
  • First Aid kit
  • 4 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu

Service Excluded

  • Personal nature expenses
  • All drinks & beverages
  • Hot shower
  • Battery charges
  • Tips
  • Climbing equipment's
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu

Frequently Asked Questions

How fit do I need to be to do this Peak Climbing?

For Mera Peak Climbing, you need to be in excellent physical condition with strong endurance, cardio fitness, and previous climbing experience due to the demanding nature and high altitude of the climb.

How long do we walk every day when doing Mera Peak Climbing?

On Mera Peak Climbing, you typically walk 5 to 8 hours each day, depending on the specific itinerary, including acclimatization days and summit attempts.

What is the highest altitude reached in this Peak Climbing?

The highest altitude reached during Mera Peak Climbing is 6,476 meters (21,247 feet) at the summit of Mera Peak.

What about internet access?

On Mera Peak Climbing, internet access is limited and generally available only in lower-altitude areas or larger villages, with connectivity often being slow and intermittent.

What about safety kits during the journey?

During Mera Peak Climbing, safety kits are crucial and are typically provided by the climbing agency, including first aid supplies, emergency oxygen, and other essential gear. It is also advisable to carry a personal first aid kit and any specific medications you may need.

Is it necessary to hire a guide agency for the Mera Peak Climbing?

Yes, hiring a guide or climbing agency for Mera Peak Climbing is necessary due to the technical nature of the climb, high altitude, and the need for local expertise to ensure safety and manage logistics effectively.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For Mera Peak Climbing, guides typically cost between $30 to $50 per day, while porters usually range from $20 to $30 per day, with additional fees for tips and possibly their accommodations and meals.

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