Mera Peak Climbing – 18 Days

Overview

Mera Peak Itineries takes us to the summit of Mera Peak (6,461m/21,190ft) which is the highest trekking peak in Nepal. We ascend Mera Peak preferably during the spring and autumn seasons as it’s the best time to climb the mountain for its astonishing views of the Himalayan Vista. Five 8,000m peaks are visible from the summit including Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu and Kanchenjunga.

Nepal Altitude organized its first climbing trip to Mera Peak in 1992. Our Mera Peak Itinerary is carefully designed with steady ascent and a separate day set aside in Khare to allow plenty of time for acclimatization. The usual route to Mera Peak is directly via the Zatra La Pass, but we follow the route that heads south from Lukla and up the beautiful Hinku Valley and later return via Zatra La pass. Following this route has a few advantages. We not only pass through the beautiful Nepalese wilderness but also through quaint villages which will give us a glimpse into the rich culture of the locals. Additionally, since the route is longer, it’s better for acclimatization.

Mera Peak climbing is an excellent option for anyone with moderate mountaineering experience. It is a challenging trekking peak due to its elevation, but the technical mountaineering skills requirement is very basic. Besides, Nepal Altitude’s seasoned Sherpa guide will provide us with a basic mountaineering training before the actual summit.

Best Time to Climb

The best time of the year to summit Mera Peak is Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November). The best months has been defined on the basis of visibility and weather condition.

Program

Day One

Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

Day Two

Kathmandu: trip preparation.

Day Three

Fly to Lukla, trek to Paiya (Chutok) (2,730m/8,956ft): 40 mins flight, 5-6 hours trek

Day Four

Paiya to Panggom (2,846m/9,337ft): 5-6 hours

Day Five

Panggom to Ningsow (2,863m/9,393ft): 4-5 hours

Day six

Ningsow to Chhatra Khola (2,800m/9,186ft): 7-8 hours

Day seven

Chhatra Khola to Kothe (3,691m/12,109ft): 6-7 hours

Day Eight

Kothe to Thaknak (4,358m/14,297ft): 3-4 hours.

Day Nine

Thaknak to Khare (5,045m/16,486ft): 2-3 hours.

Day Ten

Khare: Acclimatization and pre–climb training

Day Eleven

Khare to Mera High Camp (5,780m/18,958ft): 6-7 hours.

Day Tweleve

Mera High Camp to Summit (6,461m/21,1907ft) and back to Khare (5045m/16,547ft): 8-9 hours

Day Thirteen

Reserve Day for Contingency

Day Forteen

Khare to Kothe (3600m/11808ft): 4-5 hours

Day Fifteen

Kothe to Thuli Kharka (4,300 m/14,107ft): 5-6 hours

Day Sixteen

Thuli Kharla to Lukla via Zatrwa La pass: 6-7 hours

Day Seventeen

Fly to Kathmandu

Day Eighteen

Final departure

Included in the Cost

  • Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
  • 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Teahouse accommodation during the trek
  • Tented accommodation during the climb
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek and climb
  • Welcome and farewell dinners
  • All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
  • Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu)
  • English speaking, trained and experienced trekking guide(leader), climbing guide (leader) and assistant guides
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
  • All necessary paper work; trekking permits and Mera Peak climbing permit
  • Good quality tents and kitchen utensils for camping
  • Group mountaineering (climbing) equipments
  • Medical kit (carried by your guide)
  • All government and local taxes

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