Trip Facts

Duration18 Days
DifficultyModerate to Strenuous
Holiday TypePeak Climbing
Group SizeAny
Best TimeFebruary to May and September to November
Max Altitude6,461 Meters

About Mera Peak Climbing

Mera peak is known as the highest trekking peak in Nepal, situated in Everest Region, offers the exciting mountaineering adventure in the Himalayan region of Nepal. If we look back to the history of summit of this peak, this peak was first ascent by J.O.M Roberts and Sen Tenzing, however the complete summit of this peak was done by French climbers in 1975. This peak has the elevation of 6476 m that rises from southern Mt. Everest and reach up to valleys of Hongu and Hinku. After ascending to the Mera peak you can witness the amazing views of peaks like Lhotse (8516m), Cho Oyu (8201m), Makalu (8463m) and Mt. Everest (8848m). The climbing grade of this peak rated as PD (Peu Difficile), which is a bit difficult while walking on Glaciers. So trekkers have to be technically, physically and mentally ready to achieve the success for climbing this peak.

The adventurous climb to this peak is less challenging than other peak.Mera Peak climbing begins with scenic flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. From Lukla then we have to walk towards our destination according to well-designed itinerary. Trail from Lukla leads us through magnificent Khumbu valley, stunning high passes, serene forests, summer grassland, moraines, and glacial lakes up to the top of the Mera Peak. Upon reaching at the top of the Mera Peak, you are rewarded by mind blowing views of panoramic peaks such as Mt. Everest (8848 m), Lhotse (8516m), Mt. Makalu (8463m) and many more ranges. Picturesque villages with different ethnic groups of people and their unique life style and culture makes this trekking even more charming.
Trekking and Peak climbing with Adventure White Mountain always assure you wonderful trip throughout the trek. From professional trek and climb leader to experienced trekking guide, have been focusing for your adventurous trip along with your well beings. Experienced trek leader always show you path and guide during the entire trek. Trek leader and guides will conduct pre climbing session so that it can boost your confidence during the climb. During the climb guides will fix the ropes wherever it needs for your safe climb to the summit. You may be in dilemma about the package for this trek but we have designed special trekking packages with reasonable price and well customized itinerary. Our company is well qualified and registered trekking agency which has been providing quality packages for our visitors.

Highlights

Mera peak itself a highest trekking peak of Nepal.
Explore the amazing views of peaks above 8000 m including Mt. Everest.
Stunning landscapes, frozen waterfalls, dense forests and paddy fileds.
Experience the unique life style of Sherpa people.

Itinerary

Day 1:Arrival in Kathmandu

After you arrival in the Kathmandu Airport, one of our staff will be already there to pick you from airport in the private vehicle. From there on he will transfer you the hotel to stay overnight. You can have rest day whole day long.

Day 2:Kathmandu : trip preparation

Today is your second day of the trip and you will have some trip preparation before you real journey begins. You will be visiting our office today for the info about the trekking. Trek leaders will give you some advice about the trekking equipment in order to make your trip worthy one. You will be informed about the expectation throughout the trip. Overnight stay at Kathmandu

Day 3:Fly to Lukla, trek to Paiya (Chutok) (2,730m/8,956ft): 40 mins flight, 5-6 hours trek

Today we will catch the domestic flight from TIA to Lukla. You will experience amazing green hill and mountains during the flight. After meeting our crew members in Lukla we will start our walk towards Paiya. The trail to paiya goes through the jungle and we have to cross the bridge of Handi Khola before reaching Surke Village. Before we reach to Paiya we have to cross Chutok La Pass. Overnigh at Paiya.

Day 4:Paiya to Panggom (2,846m/9,337ft): 5-6 hours trek

From Paiya we will climb down until we reach to a small bridge. After that we will be heading to Karki La pass through the slippery trail. During the trail you will explore the beautiful rhododendron and bamboo forests. Through the valley of Dudhkoshi we will be reaching to Panggom. Overnight stay at Panggom.

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

After having early breakfast in the morning, we will head towards next stop, Ningsow. Our trail starts through Panggom La pass. After that we will climb up on a steady path and turn north. We will cross a river named Peseng Kharka Khola before we reach to Peeng Kharka Danda. Then we cross Ningsow Khola and we will be in Ningsow. Overnigh stay at Ningsow.

Day 6:Ningsow to Chhatra Khola (2,800m/9,186ft): 7-8 hours

Today our trail starts with ascending first, then we will descend and again we will climb a bit to reach Ramailo Danda. From this Danda you can witness the amazing views of Mera peak and Salpa. During the trail of today we also get chance to enter the Makalu Barun Naional Park. You can explore the numerous species of flora and fauna. From this national park the trail up to Chhatra khola is called Pasanga Lhamu Trail. We can also experience the Red panda during the walk. Overnight stay at Chhatra Khola.

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

Today we will be walking towards the main trail of Mera peak. Majang Khola will be in our way before we take another trail which goes alongside the Hinku Khola. Then after the trail goes straight towards Tashing Ongma, where we can find seasonal tea shops. Our trek continues through the trail and we will be crossing the bridge over the Sanu Khola before we reach to Kothe. Overnight stay at Kothe.

Day 8:Kothe to Thaknak (4,358m/14,297ft): 3-4 hours

From Kothe trail goes along the ridge of the Hinku Khola in the shadow of Mera Peak. After walking a while we will take Lunch at Gondishing. After finishing our Lunch we will start our walk again through the 200 year old Lungsumgba Gompa where you can find scripted rock. From here after walking for a while we will reach to Thanknak which is summer grazing area. Overnight stay at Thaknak.

Day 9:Thaknak to Khare (5,045m/16,486ft): 2-3 hours

First we follow the trails of lateral moraine of Dig Glacier to Dig kharka. From Dig Kharka you can witness the amazing views of Charpate Himal. Then trail goes ascending through moraines to the snout of Hunku Nup and Shar glacier. From shar glacier we will climb steep trail to Khare from where we can see spectacular face of northern Mera peak. Overnight stay at Khare.

Day 10:Acclimatization and pre–climb training

This day is set for acclimatization. For better preparation o climb Mera peak we will have acclimatization session today. Trekking leader will teach us how to use technical gears during the climb to the peak like rope, axe etc. Besides training we can hike around he Khare and keep our body active for climbing the peak.

Day 11:Khare to Mera High Camp (5,780m/18,958ft): 6-7 hours

From Khare we continue our walk through the boulder-strewn course on a steep trail. We will reach to Mera Base camp and from there on we move futher towards Mera high camp crossing Mera La Pass. Path may be very difficult along the rocky trail if it has snowed. Furthermore we move to the top of the rock band, which is marked by a large cairn. Upon reaching the Mera high camp you can enjoy the mind blowing views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Cho Oyu and other ranges. Overnight stay at Mera High camp.

Day 12:Mera High Camp to Summit (6,461m/21,1907ft) and back to Khare (5045m/16,547ft): 8-9 hours

Today is the most important day of your journey till now. We will wake up early in the morning around 1 am and take our breakfast. Then after we will start our walk to summit in the cold morning. The amazing view comes when the sun hit the big peak in an amazing red glow. Our walk continues slowly climbing into the ever-thinner air. We have to follow the instruction of the leader during the climb. When we reach to the foot of the final steep summit cone we might fix the rope. After that we will be moving up to the summit. From the top of the summit we can enjoy the astonishing views of Mt. Everest (8848 m), Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Nuptse (7855m), Cho-Oyu (8201 m) and many more. You can snap some pictures after reaching to the top of the peak.

Day 13:Reserve Day for Contingency

This day we can say set for an extra day. Weather is unpredictable that’s why we have to go according to our plan. Therefore this day is set in case if weather becomes obstacle before we summit to the peak. If our trip goes according to our plan and itinerary this day is not necessary.

Day 14:Khare to Kothe (3600m/11808ft): 4-5 hours

From Khare we will return back to Kothe retracing the same route which we came before. Upon reaching to Kothe we can celebrate our successful journey. Overnight stay at Kothe.

Day 15:Kothe to Thuli Kharka (4,300 m/14,107ft): 5-6 hours

After having early breakfast we will move towards Thuli Kharka. Our trail starts up with climbing and then after we will descend, crossing several tributaries of Inkhu Khola. After crossing this Khola our walk continues passing the chorten then after we will descend on the steep trail. Before we reach to Thuli Kharka we have to pass a Chorten again. Overnight stay at Thuli Kharka.

Day 16:Thuli Kharka to Lukla via Zatrwa La pass: 6-7 hours

From Thuli Kharka we have to cross the Zatrwa La pass at 4600 m. After crossing this stunning Zatrwa La pass we will be in Lukla Valley which is surrounded by Cho Oyu, Kongde peak, Numbur Himal, Kusum Khangru and other peaks. Overnight stay at Lukla.

Day 17:Fly to Kathmandu

We are returning back to Kathmandu today early in the morning. It is short flight, so after reaching Kathmandu, you can have rest whole day long in the Hotel. If you want then in the evening time you can roam around the beautiful Thamel area. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.