Mera Peak Climbing

Explore the world's best trekking destination with native guides

14 Days
15 - 20 KM Per Day
Hotel/Tea House/Camping
Start from Kathmandu and End to Kathmandu
Min 2 to Max 20 Pax in a group
Domestic Flight (KTM - Lukla - Kathmandu) and Private Vehicle
challenging

Overview

Mera Peak Climb, a wonderful experience of a lifetime adventure achieving your goal and dream on top Mera Peak at 6,470 m/ 21,227 feet high. Which is one of the highest trekking peaks of Nepal.

Mera Peak Climb, truly a pure adventure which leads you away from mainstream trekking trail of Everest Base Camp, walking into pure wilderness into remote eastern Khumbu of Everest region.

Mera Peak a popular trekking peak due to its accessibility and less challenging mountain to climb, however all climbers should be physically and medically fit for the trek and climb of Mera Peak, and we have allowed enough days for acclimatization and practice for this super climb so that all our travelers can reach the summit safe and sound with help and support of our highly expert guides and staff.

All of trekking peaks of Nepal Himalaya, as Mera Peak is least challenging with less technical difficulties, the climbing grade from F to PD which means Facial Easy and Per Difficult, less technical, however walks and climb leads over moraine-ice and glaciers.

The grading taken from French and Swiss Alpine Climbing Classifications used world-wide on this alpine climb.

Mera Peak Climb starts with scenic and short flight to Lukla and then walking towards remote eastern Khumbu areas over scenic passes of Naulekh Himal to reach at pristine Hinku valley, with enough rest for acclimatization walk continues at the base of Mera Peak at Khare.

Climb leads following our expert guides where all necessary safety support will be added for safe climb and descend, enjoy the super views from the top of Mera Peak and walk back to Lukla after achieving your lifetime dreams and goal, and in high spirit with marvelous adventure on Mera Peak Climb.

The Best Seasons

The best seasons for Mera Peak Climb, are spring and autumn. Spring starts from March to May, most days are sunny but can get cloudy in the late afternoon. Chances of light snowfall with cold mornings and nighttime after Chutanga. But beautiful with wildflowers in seasonal bloom, especially rhododendrons of various colors, around Hinku Valley.

The next best season is autumn/fall, which begins in September and ends in November. One of the high seasons for views and pleasant walks, sunny days most of the time in autumn. But gets dark soon, due to short sunlight hours, cold morning, and late afternoon till nighttime. Could get snowfall around Hinku Valley and on climbing sometimes.

The route and trails to Mera Peak

The route is straightforward from Lukla onwards. The trails lead to gradual and with steep climb to Khare at Mera Peak Base Camp. The climb over Kalo Himal ridge and crossing Zatwar-La Pass to enter Hinku Valley. Walking on forested path till Thagnak, and then into mountain wilderness to reach Mera Peak Base Camp at Khare. The climb to Mera Peak Summit is straightforward, with few smaller technical sections over ice and crevices to avoid. Rest of the climb is walking on snowy ridge line to the summit of Mera Peak. Requires good climbing gear for successful ascent and descent.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Fly to Lukla 2, 846m and trek to Chutanga 3,430m – 04 hrs
Day 02: Trek to Thuli-Kharka 4,300m via Zatwar-La Pass – 06 hrs
Day 03: Trek to Kothey 4,182m – 04 hrs
Day 04: Trek to Thagnak 4,360m – 05 hrs
Day 05: Rest day at Thagnak for acclimatization.
Day 06: Trek to Khare at Mera Base Camp 5,300m – 05 hrs
Day 07: Rest day for acclimatization and practice climb.
Day 08: Climb to High Camp 5,780m – 04 hrs
Day 09: Climb Mera Summit 6,470m/ 21,227 feet – 08 hrs
Day 10: Trek to Thagnak 4,360m from Khare – 05 hrs
Day 11: Trek to Thuli Kharka 4,300m – 05 hrs
Day 12: Trek to Chutanga 3,430m – 05 hrs
Day 13: Trek to Lukla and transfer to a nice lodge – 04 hrs
Day 14: Fly to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Itinerary

Day 01

Fly to Lukla 2, 846m and trek to Chutanga 3,430m - 04 hrs

Morning as time for flight to Lukla, transfer to Kathmandu domestic airport. After checking in and through security, then board in a small aircraft for sweeping scenic flight to Lukla. During air-borne spectacular views of Himalayan range of peaks with Mt. Everest and Nepal’s beautiful country landscapes. After a short flight of 30 to 35 minutes landing at Lukla’s Tenzing & Hillary Airport, then claiming the baggage. Follow the guide to start the trek past Lukla town and into a lovely forest to reach Chutanga. Enjoy the first overnight in a simple local lodge en route to Hinku Valley and Mera Peak Climb.
Day 02

Trek to Thuli-Kharka 4,300m via Zatwar-La Pass-06 hrs

From Chutanga, adventure begins with climb to the top of Kalo Himal Ridge and Nau-Lekh mountain range. The high ridge separates the Hinku Valley and Dudh Koshi River Valley. Trek to cross Zatwar-La Pass at 4,450meters, then an hour downhill to Thuli-Kharka for overnight stop. Entering the hidden Hinku Valley on off-the-beaten trails.
Day 03

Trek to Kothey 4,182m - 04 hrs

After a pleasant stop at Thuli-Kharka, a short morning walk with downhill and excellent view of Peak 43. Facing Kusum Kanguru peaks, then within the Hinku Valley, with grand views of Mera Peak. Walk through rhododendron and pine forest, to reach Kothey for overnight halt.
Day 04

Trek to Thagnak 4,360m - 05 hrs

With a pleasant stop at Kothey, another short day walk for acclimatization and to enjoy the surrounding beautiful views. The scenic walk leads towards our overnight stop at Thagnak. A lovely place with beautiful surroundings around the Yak grazing pastures.
Day 05

Rest day at Thagnak 4,360m for acclimatization.

At above 4,360 meters high, necessary rest day for acclimatization, before heading higher altitude and for Mera Peak Climb, enjoy short hike to get the best views of Peak 43 at 6,769 m, and Mera Peak.
Day 06

Trek to Khare at Mera Base Camp 5,300m - 05 hrs

From Thagnak with pleasant rest day, start the walk on moderate trail and then climb over moraine. Close to the dam of Charpatte Tal (lake), as walk heads higher path, covered with rock cairns. As climb leads for short while and then downhill to a large pasture land at Dig Kharka. The walk continues for an hour across boulder strewn hillside to reach Khare which is the Mera Peak Base Camp. Enjoy the comfort of a nice and simple lodge accommodation beneath the towering Mera Peak.
Day 07

Rest day for acclimatization and practice climb 5,300m

For the climb to high Mera Peak Summit, another rest day at base camp, climbers can get better acclimatization. As well for climbing practice, the guide teaches you the technique of climbing and using the right gear. A great place for practice climb and exercise.
Day 08

Climb to High Camp 5,780m - 04 hrs

From Mera base camp, walk further up to set High Camp to make the climb easier and shorter. Morning on leaving Mera base camp, climb across Mera-La to reach Mera High Camp. After few hours of hard walk reaching the last camp of the adventure. Afternoon our guide will scout the route of climb and fix ropes where necessary. Rest of the day preparation for Mera Peak climb facing grand views of surrounding towering peaks.
Day 09

Climb Mera Summit 6,470m / 21,227 feet - 08 hrs

The Big Day! Of the adventure, rising early with warm breakfast then start the climb following the lead guide. First part of the climb leads near around deep crevices, all needs to be careful avoiding the crevices. As well the soft icy sections, the climb continues on snow covered ledge and slopes. The climb of less technical difficulty, but the steep strenuous uphill makes the climbing slow. After a long stretch of uphill climb then reach the summit of Mera peak, and feeling in high spirits. Enjoying a refreshing break and catching breathe with cold morning breeze. Enjoy the glorious panorama of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, and Mt. Cho- Oyu. As far as towards Mt. Kanchenjunga in the far eastern of the Himalayan range. After a successful triumph descend with care to base camp at Khare for warm refreshment and hot delicious late lunch.
Day 10

Trek to Thagnak 4,360m from Khare - 05 hrs

After a grand adventure and experience, return journey to Thagnak for overnight stop. On leaving Khare and Mera Peak Base Camp, the walk leads past rocky moraine and glaciers. Reaching back into green vegetation at Thagnak after a wonderful moments around mountain wilderness.
Day 11

Trek to Thuli Kharka 4,300m - 05 hrs

From Thagnak morning walk leads back into tree lines of blue Himalayan pines and rhododendrons. The trail follows through grazing areas with short climb with views of Mera Peak and Peak 43 with snow mountains, Reaching Thuli-Kharka for last overnight around Hinku Valley.
Day 12

Trek to Chutanga 3,430m - 05 hrs

Morning walk with steep climb to cross Zatwar-La Pass facing grand views over Dudh Koshi River with Numbur Himal. After a brief rest on top of Kalo-Himal and Naulekh Ridge, a steep downhill to Chutanga overnight stop, before Lukla.
Day 13

Trek to Lukla 2,860m and transfer to a nice lodge - 04 hrs

After an exciting adventure around Hinku Valley and climb of Mera Peak, enjoy the last day walk. An easy moderate and gradual path to follow through lovely forest and then through farm areas. Slowly the walk ends on reaching Lukla for lunch and overnight stop in the comfort of a nice lodge. Rest of the day at leisure and in the evening celebrate the victory of successful to the summit of Mera Peak.
Day 14

Fly to Kathmandu 1300m and transfer to hotel.

Morning as time for flight to Kathmandu, a short walk to Lukla Tenzing & Hillary Airport. After boarding in a small aircraft a short scenic morning a scenic and exciting flight brings you back at Kathmandu. On arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to your hotels with afternoon free at leisure or for individual activities.

Trip Map

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Inclusions

What's included

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are prepared during the trek. The meals are basic, but will give you enough energy for your appetite. Fruit is also available after each meal.

Accommodation

During the trek, we stay in lodges or teahouses. These are simple in nature, but fully equipped. Do not expect too much luxury.

Add-ons

What's not included

FAQs

Do all lodges have electricity and facilities of interne or Wi-Fi?

Most lodges till Khare have small hydro or from solar power to run electricity.
Trekkers can charge their electronic items and gadgets, a fee is charged as per hour for each items. As for internet and Wi-Fi, have connections, it depends upon the areas like around gorge, valley, and weather conditions.

It can be disturbing with bad receptions, the best place is Lukla and Chutanga, the other places en route. May works better with the local SIM, can be bought in Kathmandu at reasonable cost.

Do we need medical and travel insurance?

Yes, it is most important that all trekkers must obtain medical and travel insurance. Besides Mera Peak Climb, requires for all trek and climbs around Nepal Himalayas. Unfortunate incidence can happen at anytime and anywhere, where your medical insurance comes handy. In case of emergency evacuation using fastest means of transportation.

Helicopter Service is the quickest to bring the sick for proper medical treatment. As for Travel Insurance, sometimes even in the seasons of the year for trekking. The weather can be unpredictable, unfavorable which cause delay to reach the designated destinations. Sometimes due to bad weather condition, the road can be blocked by rock-fall and avalanches. On this type of circumstances, the guide and the company might have to re-route the trek to other safe destinations. For those who are not satisfied, can claim some of the money back from the Insurance companies.

What age group can join for Mera Peak Climb?

Nearly all age group can join on this wonderful adventure, from minimum 16 to 70 years of age. But should be in good physical shape and in sound medical health to take the challenge climb to Mera Peak. As well coping with high altitude and rough trails to encounter.

On this trek to Mera Peak Base Camp do trekkers get Altitude Sickness?

Altitude Sickness of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) might occur to some people on higher altitude from 2,800 m onwards. For some above 3,000 m high where taking slow and drinking much fluid and water can overcome from high altitude sickness or AMS. Trekkers can take protective measures using Diamox or Acetazolamide tablets this prevent and reduce symptoms of AMS can lower headache in high altitude walks and climb.

Is Mera Peak a popular trekking peaks?

It is not as popular as other trekking peaks around Everest and Annapurna region. But from the past few years, Mera Peak and Hinku Valley is drawing more trekkers, climbers and adventurers. In the past there was no lodges, due to mass flow of climber’s, lodges has been built at designated overnight stops.

How fit one should be to join for Mera Peak Climb?

For Trekking Peaks, all climbers should be in good physically and medically fit. As with positive mental attitude, having previous basic experience on climbing rocks, ice and snow. Besides physical fitness, should be in sound medical health. Beginners in mountaineering can enjoy Mera Peak climb, the best exercise and practice training. Before planning for major mountaineering expeditions in the near future, after getting experience on Mera Peak climb.

Who will carry our baggage and equipment?

For Everest and other mountains around Khumbu areas Yaks and Zhopkyo a mixed breed and mules are used. Depending upon the areas of climbing peaks, for Mera Peak using porters to carry the loads up to Mera Peak base camps. After the climb, clearing the camp leaving nothing except for your foot prints.
All rubbish / garbage should be carried to proper disposal sites and hand over to SPCC (Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee).

What type of lodge and guest-house provided en route climb?

For Mera Peak Trek and Climb accommodation and meals in a simple lodge e throughout the trek. But for few days on Mera Peak Climb overnights in tented camp, all meals cooked and served by our expert cook.

The lodges en route Mera Peak Climb until Lukla, rooms are simple but clean with large warm dining having fire place. All lodges provides common bath and toilets.
One needs to pay extra for using hot showers, including for charging electronic items from the lodge.

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