Climb Mera Peak, 6476m

Mera Peak is the highest of the peaks in Nepal that are defined as 'trekking peaks'. At 6476m it is a high mountain that requires little technical climbing on its normal route. Our guided trip is 21 days long starting from arrival in Kathmandu to the earliest date of departure home. The actual trekking and climbing days is 16 which includes two summit days.
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If you are thinking about getting into the world of serious expeditions, or wanting to experience high altitude without a lot of technical risk, Mera Peakis what you are looking for.  Mera Peak, 6476m, is the highest permitted trekking peak in Nepal, yet its technically straightforward ascent makes it a realistic objective for avid trekkers to attempt as their first peak. From the summit of Mera Peak you are rewarded with a magnificent view of the over-8000-meter-mountains including Mt. Everest, 8848m, Mt. Lhotse, 8516m, Mt. Cho Oyu, 8201m, Mt. Makalu, 8463m, Mt. Kanchenjunga, 8586m, to name a few.

Region
Nepal
Duration
6nights/7days
Level
moderate
Max Altitude
6476m
Daily Activity
walking and hiking 4-6 hours a day
Season
Sept to Nov and Mar to May
Starting From
$ 2475
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Brief Introduction

A Mera Peak climbing trip starts with a breathtaking mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.  Next we set out on incredibly beautiful trek through the incredibly remote Hinku Valley, where you can immerse yourself in local culture. Annapurna Foothill Treks highly recommends this his route allows a gradual acclimatization which will stand you in good stead when for the climb  rather than the alternative, a more direct route over the Zatrwa Pass.

 This less-visited and unspoiled area of the Everest region boasts of beautiful green terraced fields, dense forest, rushing streams, swinging bridges, and yak pastures with a backdrop of the highest mountains in the world. Sherpa guesthouses, high in the summer pastures, are a welcome place for weary trekkers.

Mera Peak Climbing is technically straightforward, as the snow slopes rarely exceed 40 degrees; however, the final 50m from the top requires ropes, ice pick, harness, crampons. Previous climbing experience would be an advantage, but it is not mandatory because our well-experienced guides will give you training on the climbing gear and necessary skills. Although the altitude makes it physically challenging, our itinerary has been carefully designed to allow gradual acclimatization.

Highlights
  • Adventurous, off-beat venture in the less crowded part of the Khumbu region
  • Excellent views of the eight-thousanders Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Kanchenjunga, and Lhotse
  • Expedition fully guided by experienced Sherpa climbers in a remote part of the Himalayas
  • Perfect non-technical peak to climb in the Himalayas for new climbers
  • Conquer the highest trekking peak in Nepal
  • Learn about the rich cultural heritage of the Sherpas while trekking through picturesque villages
  • Explore the gorgeous Hongu and Hinku valley
  • Witness diverse mountain landscapes along the trekking route
Itinerary

Seeking for a real adventure? Our travel itinerary is based on years of trekking expertise, ensuring that you have a fun and safe vacation. However, like with all such risky excursions, there may be instances where we must change the schedule, possibly without much notice. While we make every attempt to stick to the timetable, we humbly ask for your patience and flexibility if unforeseen circumstances like weather or unforeseen natural events come into play. You may be sure that our knowledgeable guides will adjust as needed to make your tour as enjoyable as possible.

Schedule for each day
Days: 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)  
We complete our custom formalities at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. Afterwards, there is a Nepal New Generation Trek & Adventure representative waiting for us at the gate who will take us to our hotel. We can then spend the rest of the day taking a rest. In the evening, we get to try Nepalese cuisine at a welcome dinner hosted by Nepal New Generation Trek. Overnight in Kathmandu
Days: 2: Kathmandu: trip preparation  
We rest for most of the day and unpack. We visit Nepal New Generation Trek office in the afternoon. Our climbing leaders will check our set of climbing equipment to make sure that they are in good condition for our coming journey. We also get introduced to fellow participants, and discuss our trip. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Days: 3: Fly to Lukla, trek to Paiya (Chutok) (2,730m/8,956ft): 40 mins flight, 5-6 hours trek  
We catch an early morning flight to Lukla and begin our trek to Paiya after landing at the Tenzing-Hillary airport in Lukla. We walk on a jungle trail, cross a bridge over the Handi Khola and reach Surke Village. From here we continue moving south and cross the Chutok La pass before reaching the small settlement of Paiyan, also known as Chutok. Overnight in Paiya. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 4: Paiya to Panggom (2,846m/9,337ft): 5-6 hours  
We descend for a while and reach a small bridge. From here the trail is slippery until we cross the Kari La pass. We walk through rhododendron and bamboo forests on a narrow mountain trail. On today’s trip we also get to be in awe of the Dudhkoshi Valley. We continue our trek to Panggom Village whose settlers are dependent on farming and trading. Overnight in Panggom. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 5: Panggom to Ningsow (2,863m/9,393ft): 4-5 hours  
We begin our trek after breakfast. After trekking out of Panggom, we cross the Panggom La pass. Then we ascend, walk on a steady path and turn north. We cross Peseng Kharka Khola first then after walking for sometime, reach Peeng Kharka Danda. We cross Ningsow Khola (stream) before reaching the Ningsow Village. Overnight in Ningsow. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 6: Ningsow to Chhatra Khola (2,800m/9,186ft): 7-8 hours  
From Ningsow, we climb first then descend for a while and climb some more to reach Ramailo Danda. From here we get extraordinary views of Mera Peak and Salpa. After ascending and descending on our trail, we enter the Makalu Barun National Park. Our trail from here to Chhatra Khola is called Pasang Lhamu trail. On the way, if we are lucky, we might even come across the elusive Red Panda. Overnight in Chhatra Khola. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 7: Chhatra Khola to Kothe (3,691m/12,109ft): 6-7 hours  
We walk towards the north on the main trail to Mera Peak. After walking on a trail next to the the Majang Khola, we merge with another trail which moves alongside the Hinku Khola. Our trail moves straight ahead towards Tashing Ongma which has seasonal tea shops. We continue our trek and cross the bridge over the Sanu Khola before reaching Kothe. Overnight in Kothe. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 8: Kothe to Thaknak (4,358m/14,297ft): 3-4 hours  
We trek along the ridge of the Hinku Khola in the shadow of Mera Peak. We take lunch at Gondishung, the summer herders' settlement in the west bank of the Hinku Drangka. Beyond Gondishung, we pass a 200-year-old Lungsumgba Gompa where we can find Mera Peak scripted in rock along with its route to reach Mera. A short walk takes us to Thaknak, which is a summer grazing area with primitive lodges and shops. Overnight in Thaknak. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 9: Thaknak to Khare (5,045m/16,486ft): 2-3 hours  
Leaving Thaknak, we follow the lateral moraine of Dig Glacier to Dig Kharka, which offers spectacular views of Charpate Himal. The trail climbs through moraines to the snout of the Hinku Nup and Shar glaciers, and then climbs more steeply to Khare. From here, we can see the northern face of Mera Peak which will be an amazing experience. After lunch we can hike in and around Khare. Overnight at Khare. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 10: Khare: Acclimatization and pre–climb training  
We have a separate day set aside solely for acclimatization and basic training just to prepare ourselves better for the Mera Peak climb. Our climbing leader will help us polish our basic climbing techniques and demonstrate the best ways to use our climbing gears like the ice axe, harness, ascender climbing boots and crampons. The training will also include learning the best climbing technique with the rope. Overnight in Khare. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 11: Khare to Mera High Camp (5,780m/18,958ft): 6-7 hours  
We walk through a boulder-strewn course on a steep trail to reach the Mera Peak Base Camp. From here, we continue further through the Mera La pass to reach the Mera High Camp. Our path is along a rocky trail, which can be hazardous if it has recently snowed, as there are a number of crevasses here. We make our way to the top of the rock band, which is marked by a large cairn. Then we set up a high camp while enjoying excellent views of Mt. Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu, the south face of Lhotse, Nuptse, Chamlang and Baruntse. Overnight at Mera High Camp. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 12: Mera High Camp to Summit (6,461m/21,1907ft) and back to Khare (5045m/16,547ft): 8-9 hours  
This is a really important day for the expedition. We wake up around 2 in the morning for breakfast. It’s going to be very cold in the beginning but soon we warm up as we continue up the glacier and onto a peculiar ridge. The first rays of the sun hit the big peaks in an amazing red glow. The route is still non-technical as we slowly climb higher into the ever-thinning air. The slope steepens for a section behind the ridge and the summit comes back into view. At the foot of the final steep summit cone, we may use a fixed rope if the climbing leader believes it’s required. The summit is only a few meters away. From the summit, we take in spectacular views of the mighty 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. Later, we retrace our steps back to the high camp where we rest for a while before descending to Khare. Overnight in Khare. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 13: Reserve Day for Contingency  
There is no guarantee that we will have favorable weather on our planned day for the summit. Therefore, this day is set aside as a contingency in case we are unable to summit the Mera on the desired day due to bad weather conditions or any other unanticipated reason. However, if the trip goes smoothly, this day will not be required. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 14: Khare to Kothe (3600m/11808ft): 4-5 hours  
We trek from Khare to Kothe along the same trail used previously. After reaching Kothe, we celebrate our success by trying out local delicacies and wines. Overnight in Kothe. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 15: Kothe to Thuli Kharka (4,300 m/14,107ft): 5-6 hours  
We begin our trek to Thuli Kharka after breakfast. We climb up and descend, cross several tributaries of the Inkhu Khola before reaching a forked trail nearby Taktho. We choose the trail on our right and continue walking. Our trail passes by a Chorten after which we walk downhill on a steep trail. Next, we ascend to Thuli Kharka and pass by another Chorten on the way. Overnight in Thuli Kharka. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 16: Thuli Kharla to Lukla via Zatrwa La pass: 6-7 hours  
We cross the Zatrwa-La pass at 4,600. As soon as we cross the pass, we are welcomed by the sight of the beautiful Lukla Valley which is surrounded by Cho Oyu, Kongde Peak, Numbur Himal, Kusum Khangru and other Himalayan peaks. From Zatrwa La pass we walk all the way down to Chutang and then straight forward to the Lukla village. In the evening we enjoy dinner in the Himalayas of Nepal with our crew. Overnight in Lukla. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Days: 17: Fly to Kathmandu / from Lukla  
We catch an early morning flight to Kathmandu. After reaching Kathmandu, we can take a rest or do some souvenir shopping. If we want to explore any other areas of Kathmandu, we may do that today. Our guides can help you with both souvenir shopping or sightseeing. There will be a farewell dinner in the evening to celebrate the climbers’ successful summit of the Mera Peak. Overnight in Kathmandu. Included meals:Breakfast Dinner
Days: 18: Final departure  
Our adventure in Nepal comes to an end today! There is nothing to do but trade emails with your travel companions and organize your photos. A representative from Nepal New Generation Trek will take you to the airport, approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way home you'll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.
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Services Included
  • English Speaking Guide according to Itinerary.
  • Domestic Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
  • Breakfast (x17)
  • Lunch (x15)
  • Dinner(x116)
  • 4 night accommodation in Kathmandu Prince Hotel (Thamel)
  • During Trek, 13 night in Lodge
  • Airport Drop and Pickup
  • Transport up to 15 kilos of your luggage by porters or pack animals
  • Trekking and national park fees, Peak Permit entrance fees according to the program
  • Nepal New Generation’s Trekking Map & Duffel Bag
Services Excluded
  • Unspecified meals and drinks
  • Nepal visa (about $ 40)
  • Additional food for on the way (for example, energy bar and chocolate)
  • Tips (about 2-4 € per day for guide, 2-4 € per day for porters as a travel group)
  • Personal
  • Travel insurance
Frequently Asked Questions

The answers to your questions regarding the Nepal New Generation Trek, what this trip entails, and what is needed can be found in the following frequently asked questions. If your question isn't addressed there, don't hesitate to contact us.

Mera peak climbing in Nepal presents views of many towering Himalayan mountains like 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). Apart from these eight-thousander mountains, you also get to witness views of other stunning snow-capped mountains like Ama Dablam, Baurntse, Thamserku, Island Peak, etc. The journey offers jaw-dropping views of valleys and glaciers with diverse landscapes. The top of the Mera peak offers a sensational mountain panorama. Overall, Mera peak climbing will steal your heart with all the tempting scenery.

Nepal New Generation Trek takes great care to arrange the most comfortable accommodation possible throughout your stay. Accommodation is included in the cost of your package. Our clients enjoy four nights in the Standard Hotel Kathmandu Prince in Thamel, Kathmandu, before heading into the remote regions and after returning trip. During the Trek, eleven nights will be spent in clean and comfortable tea houses/lodges and three-four nights camping in two-man tents. In major town like Lukla, the rooms have attached washrooms; however rooms in the more remote villages have shared washing and toilet facilities. For the nights in tents, four-season and foam mattresses will be provided. We take extra precautions to ensure your comfort even in adverse weather conditions.