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Discover the thrill of Mera Peak climbing, one of the highest trekking peaks in Nepal. Perfect for adventure seekers, this expedition offers stunning views of Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu.Learn about the best time to climb, preparation tips, and detailed itineraries. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced trekker, Mera Peak promises an unforgettable Himalayan experience.

Have you ever heard of the Mera Peak? It is the highest peak in Nepal standing tall at 6,427 meters above sea level.It is considered to be one of the physically challenging peaks yet has a straightforward ascent. The peak is graded as Alpine PD in terms of difficulty level.Climbing Mera Peak is a life-changing experience offering a mind-blowing climbing experience.
One of the most accessible trekking peaks
Everest,Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu and Kangchenjunga at a glance
A good acclimatization
Assistant for 2 climbers
1 From 2 to 7 participants

Overview

Mera Peak (6,461 m) is the highest trekking peak in Nepal. The ascent is not difficult. This is a snow race with moderate slopes. After joining Lukla, the starting point of our trek, we reach a valley located east of the Dudh Kosi, which meanders at the foot of some of the most beautiful mountains of Khumbu such as Kusum Kanguru or the Kangtega. Then we arrive at the Mera Pass (5,415 m) with, in the background, our objective: the central summit of Mera Peak. For this ascent, we have chosen a "high" acclimatization to arrive relatively quickly at altitude and a safe day to have a better chance of reaching the summit.

The Mera peak climbing offers breathtaking views of the valleys and glaciers with the diverse landscapes. At the summit, you will witness various magnificent peaks such as Everest (8,849 m/29,032), Lhotse (8,516 m/27,940 ft), Kanchenjunga (8,586 m/28,169 ft), Makalu (8,463 m/27,766 ft), and Cho Oyu (8,188 m/26,864 ft. You will also be rewarded with a stunning view of snow-capped mountains like  Ama Dablam, Baurntse, Thamserku, Island Peak, etc.

We organize the Mera peak climbing by following the route that heads south from Lukla.  and then continue to beautiful Hinku Valley and later return from Zatra La Pass. Following this route has a few advantages. Additionally,  the route is longer so better acclimatization is needed. the trail follows wilderness, sweet villages, and Pine, and rhododendron forests. that will take us to the wild Hinku Valley to reach Mera Peak. which will give you a glimpse into the rich culture of the locals.

The Mera Peak is the perfect adventure for you. Bookings are still open for 2024 and 2025. For further details, contact us.

Itinerary

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Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, our local team warmly welcomes you at the airport. You will then be escorted to the hotel, where you can enjoy some well-deserved relaxation. The itinerary includes a briefing about the trek's progress and presentation, followed by leisure time. If you arrive in the morning, you'll have the entire day at your disposal. This can be used for rest or for those interested, to explore the surroundings freely. It's an ideal chance to deeply experience Nepalese culture and indulge in the local culinary delights.

Transfer to hotel
Final altitude: approximately 1350 m
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: night in the hotel

Have breakfast and then you have the whole day to explore the best Kathmandu Sightseeing spots with your guide. You can visit and explore one of the most famous Shiva temples, Pashupatinath, recognized as the monkey temple; Swyambhunath, the largest Stupa in the world, also called Boudhanath Stupa; and finally the Royal Palace, Kathmandu Durbar Square. The next day, you will begin your trek on the Annapurna Circuit, so you have to check your equipment to make sure that you are ready for your adventure and climb. Have dinner and stay overnight in the same hotel in Kathmandu
 
Day tour
Final altitude: approximately 13,50 m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: night in the hotel

Either a morning transfer to Kathmandu airport or very early departure (around 4 am) for Ramechhap airport and breakfast organized on your arrival before your flight to Lukla. This visual flight, which can only be done in good weather conditions, offers a magnificent panorama of the Himalayas. On arrival in Lukla, the organization of the loads with the porters and the Sherpas then the start of the trek. We follow a path at first gently sloping. We cross a shoulder to a sheepfold then a big climb awaits us before a “Nepali flat” in a forest of rhododendrons. We descend slightly and cross a torrent before climbing towards the hamlet of Thukdingma. There is only one last zigzag climb in the middle of a forest to reach the village of Chutanga.  

Note:
- Depending on the congestion at Kathmandu airport, the Nepalese Civil Aviation Authority (CAAN) may decide to operate all flights to Lukla either from Kathmandu airport or from Ramechhap airport.
- If the flight is canceled for weather reasons, it will be postponed to the next day. You will spend an additional day at the hotel in Kathmandu or Ramechhap.

flight 35 minutes/ 3 hours walk
final altitude: 3,500m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge

From Chutanga we ascend through a wooded slope towards the austere gorge that dominates the village. Through the Forest, we can see out Chutanga below and even the high houses of Lukla. We can make out the mountains bordering the Thame Valley. We reach the Kharka teng lodge and continue on an excellent path but often snowy or even icy in autumn (sticks recommended). We go up the slope under a rocky bar to reach a grassy shoulder. The view of the Himalayas now widens to Cho Oyu, this 8,153-meter peak located on the Tibetan border straddling the valleys of Thame and Gokyo lakes. From the pass the descent to the Hinku Khola valley passes through another pass, the Zatrwa La which can be seen high up at the bottom of the valley.

5 hrs of walking
Final Altitude:  4,300m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge

We descend towards the valley to find a path on the side of the cliff which gives access to a valley. We cross it and cross a ridge. The path continues by crossing a new scoop until arriving in front of a corridor of scree which you go up on a superb fitted staircase. We cross a shoulder which gives access to a balcony path from which we discover the valley of the Hinku khola dominated by the Mera peak. We descend into a forest of young rhododendrons then reach the site of Thulo Dunga. The descent continues on the side of the cliff until Taktor. A "Nepalese flat" then leads us to Tashing Dingma followed by a steep climb up the cliff side on a steep staircase to pass a shoulder before descending on the other side to to dominate the Hinku khola from the edge of the moraine. The atmosphere is very austere. The path now remains very close to the river, which we finally leave by climbing into a pine forest. We arrive in Khote.

5 hrs of walking
final altitude: 3,580m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge

From the village of Khote, we continue along the river with the south face of Mera peak in sight. We pass the confluence of the Hinku khola with the Sanu khola and discover mountains which complete the panorama to the left of the Kyashar. A slow ascent on the stony moraine then we go up through the blocks along the river to Saure. The climb continues pleasantly through mountain pastures to Duk Gompa, located in a cave. Then we move away from the river to climb the moraine up to a sheepfold to finish on the stony flat of the Thangnag moraine basin. The village is located behind a large pile of stones facing the impressive heights of moraines that descend from the Mera peak glacial complex. The views of the peaks are splendid:

5 hr walking
final Altitude: 4356m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge

Altitude acclimatization day with the optional ascent of a panoramic grassy ridge above the village in the direction of Thangnag Ri up to 4,900 meters or even a little more. Beautiful view overlooking all the glacial valleys that have dug at the foot of the mountains, from Gonghla to Mera peak. A nice warm-up... Return to the village at the beginning of the afternoon

5 hrs of walking
final altitude:  4,240m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge

We leave the village crossing the stony moraine to find the start of the Mera La trail which is at the foot of a grassy moraine. The summit of Kyashar presents a vertical rock face which ends in a sharp point while at the back we contemplate the enfilade of the glacial crest of the Charpote himal of Kusum Kangguru and Gonghla. We progress on the flat and skirt a sandy expanse then we go up to reach a new flat area. We go up on the moraine. We see the first houses at the foot of the moraine under Peak 41.

4 hours of walking
final altitude:  4,8o0m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge

Acclimatization and practice of the mountaineering technique on a glacier in the direction of Mera-la. This is an opportunity to check everyone's equipment and become familiar with it (crampons, ice axe, helmet, harness, and jumar handle).

5 hrs of walking
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge

We climb the moraine to pass the Mera–la at 5,415 meters. The mountainous circus is strikingly beautiful. We pass a shoulder then a scree from where we see the Mera Peak, then the Kangeta appears. The passage of the pass does not present any difficulty and the views of Kusum Kanguru and peak 43 are superb. We reach the base camp of Mera La located on the side of the Hunku Khola valley at the foot of Naulekh From the base camp of Mera Peak, we go up to the pass on the side of a glacier tongue then on snow slopes. Behind us: Everest and Nuptse are revealed then Makalu and Kangchenjunga appear in a pass between two peaks. The fifth 8,000 of the day finally appears: the Cho Oyu. We arrive at Mera peak High Camp, located near the rocky outcrop at the foot of the Mera glacier.

6-7 hours of walking 
final altitude:5,800m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a tent

The hardest and most beautiful day of the trip! We start very early the ascent of the summit (north slope) first with a regular slope at 30° then on the end which can reach 40° or even 45°. It is sometimes necessary to equip with a fixed rope on the final part. From the central summit we admire the most prestigious Himalayan peaks including four 8000: Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu, Kangchenjunga. But also Ama Dablam, Nutpse, Baruntse and the south face of Lhotse. The descent is long to reach the Khare lodge.

Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge

Trekking down from 5,045 meters to 3,600 meters from Khare to Kothe takes about 6 hours. The trail ends at the tranquil village of Kothe on the Hinku River and offers breathtaking views of the mountains as it travels through alpine meadows, rhododendrons, and pine forests.

Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge 

A 5- to 6-hour hike is required to get from Kothe to Thuli Kharka. With breathtaking views of Mera Peak and the surrounding mountains, the trail progressively ascends through woods of pine and rhododendrons. After passing across several ridges, you arrive to Thuli Kharka, a picturesque location at 4,300 meters noted for its stunning open pastures and breathtaking views.

About 6 hrs  of walking
Meals: breakfasts – lunches – dinners
Accommodation: nights in a lodge

The trek from Thuli Kharka to Lukla is descending through forests and crossing Zatrwa La Pass (4,600 meters). The trail offers beautiful views of the Dudh Koshi Valley before arriving in Lukla, marking the end of the trek.

5 hrs of walking 
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a lodge

 Today you will land back to Kathmandu.

Fly back to Kathmandu
Meals: breakfast 
Accommodation: night in hotel

Free time depending on the departure time of your flight and our representative will drop you at the airport, ending your journey in Nepal. We hope to be of service to you again.Thank you and safe travels.

Included & Excluded

Included Points
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE :
Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop), by private vehicle.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION IN KATHMANDU :
3-night hotel in Kathmandu With breakfast plan.
WELCOME DINNER :
One Welcome Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with Office’s Staff.

CARGO CLEARANCE :
Assistance for cargo clearance in Nepal’s Customs, clearance cost is subject to a charge.
PERMITS :
Expedition Royalty and permits fee of Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) to climb Mera Peak, Baruntse National Park, 
GARBAGE MANAGEMENT :
Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit Fees.
INSURANCE :
Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition.
MAP :
Trekking and climbing map.
DUFFLE BAG :
One Alpinist club Duffle Bag.
MEMBER TRANSPORTATION :
(Domestic Flight) Fly from Kathmandu – Lukla and while returning Lukla - Kathmandu, as per itinerary.
EXPEDITION STUFFS TRANSPORTATION :
All necessary expedition equipment transportation for all Members and Staff from Kathmandu to Lukla (by air cargo) and Base camp (by Porters / Yak) – While returning: Base camp to Lukla (by porters / Yak) and Lukla to Kathmandu (by air cargo).
MEMBER LUGGAGE :
Up to 25 Kg per member as personal baggage during the trek to be carried by porters.

FOOD AND LODGING :
3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge/Tent during the trek and at the Basecamp.

PORTER :
Porters per member up to the Base camp and from the Basecamp (both ways).
HIGH ALTITUDE CLIMBING SHERPA :
1  government-licensed climbing Sherpa per member (1 Member: 1 Sherpa), during the entire climb from Basecamp to the summit and back.
ASSISTANCE :
Climbing Sherpa to assist in carrying your gear to the high camps.
CLIMBING SHERPA SALARY & ALLOWANCE :
Climbing Sherpa’s Salary, Equipment, Food, and Clothing.
OXYGEN BOTTLE (O2) :
Oxygen bottles will be in stock at base camp in case of an emergency (with an appropriate charge).
OXYGEN MASK & REGULATOR :
1 Set of Summit Oxygen masks will be in base camp in case of an emergency.
HIGH CAMP SERVICE INFRASTRUCTURE AND LOGISTICS :
High Altitude Tent, Lights, Necessary cooking EPI gas, cooking pot, High food for a member, Sherpa, and other crews. Group climbing gears, fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required.
HIGH ALTITUDE TENT :
Members will share tents in high camps (2 members: 1 tent).
WEATHER FORECAST :
Weather forecast report during the entire expedition.
GUIDE :
Local government-licensed Guide (English speaking) during the trek and sightseeing in Kathmandu valley.

MEDICAL KIT :
Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staff.
CERTIFICATE : Mera  Peak climbing certificate issued by NMA (after climbing peak successfully)
Excluded Points
AIR FARE :
International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
NEPAL ENTRY VISA FEE :
The Nepalese Visa fee is $50 USD for 30 Days.

LUNCH & DINNER :
Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary).
EXTRA NIGHTS IN KATHMANDU :
Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition, domestic flight cancellation (due to any other reason) than the scheduled itinerary.

INSURANCE POLICY :
Insurance covering both medical and high-altitude evacuation costs (for the trip cancellation, interruption, high-altitude rescue & air evacuation, medical treatment, repatriation, etc.) *Mandatory
PERSONAL EXPENSES :
Telephone Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Kathmandu but we will have soft drinks for members at base camp).
PERSONAL CLIMBING EQUIPMENT :
Clothing, Packing Items, Bags, Personal Medical Kit, and all kinds of Personal Trekking / Climbing Gear.
TOILETRIES :
Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean.
FILMING :
Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.
INTERNET SERVICE :
Not included during the trek and the expedition.
SUMMIT BONUS :
Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa - Minimum 300 USD.

TIPS :
Calculate some tips for the high camp and other staff– Minimum 100 USD.

EXTRA :
Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary and other items not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.

Trip Organization

Your Guide and Team

Your guide, from your arrival in Kathmandu until your departure, is responsible for the success of your trip and oversees your team. Do not hesitate to ask him questions, respect his position as the team leader, and above all follow his advice! Often your guide is the only English-speaking member of the team. In the mountains and, especially when during high-altitude travels, your guide is responsible for the safety of the group. The instructions he gives and the remarks he makes to all participants must be carefully followed. The interest and safety of the trekking group must be preserved, even when it may be to the detriment of an individual member of the group.

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Your Nepalese team may consist of several people, each with different responsibilities. They are:

The Guide Leader (Sirdar) is responsible for and leader of the whole team and is treated with respect by all. Often he has earned his position by starting as a porter and rising through the ranks.
climbing sherpa: who fixed the rope and guide you to the summit 
The Assistant Guide is actively helping clients under the leader’s direction and set camp. 
The Porter is the load carrier for the trekking group. As Nepal is a mountain country with few roads, porters are employed to carry loads. Compliance with regulations and common courtesy dictates the maximum weight carried and the minimum wage paid. Porters are provided with gear based on the routes they follow and with insurance for alpine treks.
Each trekker is allotted the following maximum weights per person: Lodge (tea house) Accommodations: 15 kg maximum; Tent Camping: 22 kg maximum; Expeditions/summit ascents: 20 kg maximum. The porters are given a premium wage for carrying loads over 30 kg. 
In addition, the  Alpinist Club takes care to take out insurance for the Guide and porters. Specific equipment is allocated to them for crossing passes at altitude (even if wearers often refuse to put on shoes due to lack of habit).

Accommodations in Kathmandu
In Kathmandu, you will be accommodated in a hotel. We use different hotels depending on availability. The two preferred hotels are:

Hotel Ramada: Located in the heart of Thamel, this hotel is ideal for walking the bustling streets of Kathmandu. The spacious rooms all have a bathroom, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. A fully equipped and active dining room is available for all meals, and the breakfast buffet offers a wide choice of foods. The hotel offers currency exchange, laundry services, and luggage storage.

Sampada Garden: Located just 20 minutes on foot from Thamel and  Durbar Square, this hotel is convenient for exploring Kathmandu. The rooms have all the necessary comforts for your stay: air conditioning, bathroom, and Wi-Fi. Breakfasts are served as a generous buffet. The hotel provides currency exchange, laundry services, and luggage storage.

Accommodation during the  peak climbing  
For camping, Tent accommodation: For High camp accommodation: during the trek, breakfasts, Lunch, and Dinner are prepared by the kitchen team. They are taken to the mess tent. Depending on the profile of the stages (length of the day's walk and/or presence of water), midday snacks will be served hot or cold in the form of picnics. During the trek, additional energy food is provided. Purchased locally, they offer a more limited. You can, if you wish, bring some complementary cereal bars adapted to your taste 

For lodge accommodation: meals are prepared by the cooks of the lodge and are taken from the lodge's dining room.Here is a typical one-day menu: 
Breakfast: eggs, toast or chapati, or Tibetan bread or pancakes, or pancakes, butter/jam, tea or coffee
Lunch: a main course, tea or coffee
Dinner: soup, main course, fruit (fresh or canned), tea or coffee
During the trek, tea or coffee is served with meals. Two cups per person are included. Apart from these included menus, other drinks and foodstuffs will be at your expense.
Water: provide tablets (Hydroclovazone, Micropur, or another type) to disinfect the water you put in your water bottle, depending on the source and the advice of your guide. It is sometimes possible to buy purified water and refill your water bottle without having to buy bottled water. You can also buy mineral water in the cities (not included in the price) but its ecological balance is poor, as you know. Also, we do not recommend it.

Preparation for the Trek
Preparing for the trek requires several months of preparation with 4 to 6-hour walks every weekend for stamina and participating in a sport that requires short periods of high exertion.

Medical check-up

Being in good health is essential to fully enjoy your Alpinist Club trip. If your last medical visit was more than four years ago, please get another general physical exam and tell your doctor the nature of your trip (climate, altitude, difficulty, etc.). The altitude also has the effect of reviving dental problems or other chronic pain, so getting a dental checkup is also prudent. If you are undertaking a high-altitude expedition, we advise you to consult a mountain medicine specialist.

Acute Mountain Sickness

This trip takes place at high altitudes, so some people may experience altitude-related discomforts like headaches, loss of appetite, and swelling of limbs. Most of these symptoms usually go away within a few days, but sometimes they can develop into a serious illness: pulmonary or cerebral edema. There are no preventive drugs for AMS. Diamox diuretic is often effective for symptomatic relief, but you should first check with your doctor to verify that it is not contraindicated for you. Think about it before you go.

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Mera Peak is a high-altitude trekking peak, perfect for beginners. The trek to base camp is challenging and demands fitness and altitude readiness from the climbers. The final steep ascent is manageable. It is difficult because of the altitude but not technically difficult.

Mera Peak is the highest point in the region at 6,476 meters (21,247 feet). It is stated that this summit is among the world's highest trekking peaks. This peak has three primary summits: Mera South (6,065m), Mera North (6,476m), and Mera Central (6,461m).

Even though  Mera Peak can be climbed in all seasons, it is recommended not to climb during summer and monsoon seasons. The perfect seasons to climb Mera Peak is during the Spring ( March – June )  and Autumn( September – November )  seasons.

You need to prepare yourself by focusing on physical fitness and good health. You can involve yourself in exercises like running, cycling, and hiking. You need to focus on strength training for the legs. For this, you can do lunges and squats that will help you for the tougher parts of the climb.

The duration of the trek depends on various factors such as physical fitness, route conditions, and weather conditions. On average, the Mera Peak Climbing takes 16 days to complete. You need to trek for 6 – 7 hours a day.

The Mera Peak Climbing is an easy peak and has no technical sections. You don’t have to carry an oxygen cylinder or Gamow Bag. Our team members will carry the necessary supplies for emergencies.

Basic accommodations with basic facilities such as tea houses and lodges are available in the Everest region. It becomes difficult once you reach Khare, which requires you to stay in tented camps for 2-3 days. You can stay comfortable with proper gear and special equipment that manages waste for toiletries.

Yes,you need to have travel insurance. Climbing carries the risk of a variety of mishaps, injuries, theft, etc. Having travel insurance helps you stay secure throughout any emergency. When altitude sickness strikes, emergency evacuation is another service offered by some reputable insurance providers. As a result, having travel insurance is not required for the adventure.

Yes, there is one porter for every climber on your expedition team. An expedition group's allotted number of porters corresponds to the group's total membership. These porters are also capable of carrying 25 kg of weight across the challenging, sloping, and mountainous paths.

There are standard lodge types that provide simple meals up until Khare. However, from the time you cross the Khare until you return, you will be eating meals prepared by the crew. The crew will cook food such as dal bhat, noodles, potatoes, pasta, cheese, eggs, etc.

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