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Mera Peak Climbing

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Duration

17 Days

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Tour Type

Daily Tour

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Group Size

15 people

Overview

Mera Peak is 6476m and is the highest trekking peak in Nepal. At this altitude, the oxygen content of air is less than half of what it is at sea level – for this reason, we would not recommend you take on Mera as your first high-altitude trek. You need to understand how your body acclimatizes to the altitude before taking on a climb like Mera Peak.

The trek into the peak provides a fantastic chance to enjoy all aspects of the Himalayan experience, from the lush green forests of the lower Khumbu region before crossing high passes and making way up into the more sparse and rocky upper reaches. As we near the Northern approaches of the peak we pass steep glaciers plunging into spectacular lakes behind huge ridges of a glacial moraine.

Mera Peak Trekking is the best option for a trekker with modest experience of mountaineering. Its elevation is a challenge for a trekking peak. On the way to the top, one has to encounter high and difficult passes, however basic technical skills of mountaineering should overcome these barriers. Trekking to the top of Mera Peak leads to real mountaineering experiences.

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • City tour in Kathmandu
  • Scenic flight to and from Lukla
  • Explore Sherpa village and culture
  • Step inside and experience life as the “mountain people” live, in the heart of Himalayas
  • Exceptional panoramic views of five 8000 meters mountains including Everest
  • Summit to Nepal’s highest trekking peaks of 6654 meters

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival to Kathmandu & Transfer to the Hotel (1,400m)

DAY 2: KATHMANDU (1350M) - PREPARATION

DAY 3: LUKLA (2800M) - REST DAY

We take morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla(2800m) and spend the rest of the day in Lukla for acclimatization. Lodge accommodation.

DAY 4: CHUTANGA (3450M) - 4 HOUR TREK

A leisurely trek from Lukla to Chutanga through pine and rhododendron forests.

DAY 5: CROSS ZATRWA LA (4600M) TO KHARTITANG AT (3900M) - 6 TO 8 HOURS TREK

This is a challenging day as you hike up nearly 1200m (4000 feet) to cross over the Zatrwa La Pass and then descend to Khartitang at 3900m.

DAY 6: KOTHE (4095M) - 5 HOURS TREK

Trek from Tuli Kharka up the beautiful Hinku Valley to Kothe or Gotay (4095m) this takes about five hours.

DAY 7: TANGNANG (4350M) - 4 HOURS

We continue up the Hinku Valley as the forest gives way and the vegetation becomes more sparse. We will enjoy fantastic view of south face of Mera Peak throughout the day.

DAY 8: TANGNANG (4350M) - REST DAY

Rest and acclimatization day at Thangnak. We will take a day hike for acclimatization to Sabal Tsho Lake and hike to the cairn (5271m) on the flank of Kusum Kangguru (6367m).

DAY 9: KHARE (5,045M) - 3 HOURS TREK

Trek from Tangnang to Khare where you will have excellent views of Kyashar, Mera and Kusum Kangru.

DAY 10: MERA BASE CAMP (5300M) - 5 HOURS TREK

Trek and climb from Khare to Mera Base Camp. Your guide will give you some training on the basic use of crampons, rope and ice axe.

DAY 11: HIGH CAMP (5780M) - 5 HOURS TREK

Trek and climb from Mera Base Camp to High camp. High camp lies on rock ledge perched just above the glacier with fantastic views of the surrounding summits.

DAY 12: MERA SUMMIT (6476M) AND DESCEND TO KHARE (5045M) - 12 TO 15 HOURS TREK

Today is the big day. We start around 1am so as to reach the summit by sunrise and descend all the way to Khare by afternoon. The quick decent means a long day of trekking but fewer problems with acclimatization.

DAY 13: KOTHE (3600M) - 5 HOURS TREK

We retrace our route down the Hinku Valley to Kothe.

DAY 14: THULI KHARKA - 6 HOURS TREK

Continue hiking down the Hinku Valley to Thuli Kharka.

DAY 15: LUKLA - 8 HOURS TREK

This is the last big day as we climb over Zatrwa La (4600m) once again on the way back to Lukla. This is last evening in the mountains.

DAY 16: KATHMANDU (1350M)

DAY 17: DEPART KATHMANDU (1350M)

Included/Excluded

  • Arrival & Departure: Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop).
  • Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu: 3 nights hotel in Kathmandu (3-star category) on bed & breakfast Basis- Sharing Twin bedroom.
  • Welcome Dinner: One Welcome Dinner in tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with Office’s Staff.
  • Permit: Expedition Royalty and permit of Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) to climb Mera Peak, TIMS Card, Makalu-Barun National park entry permit, and fee.
  • Garbage Management: Garbage Deposit fees.
  • Insurance: Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staffs during the trek and climbing.
  • Map:Trekking and climbing map.
  • Member transportation:
  • Air Transportation: (Domestic Flight) Fly from Kathmandu – Lukla and while returning Lukla - Kathmandu, as per itinerary.
  • Climbing Stuffs Transportation:Necessary all equipment Transportation for all Members and Staffs from Kathmandu to Lukla (by air cargo) and to 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 15 Kg per member as personal baggage during the trek carrying by porter.
  • Food and Lodging: 3 meals a day (BLD; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge/Tea house/Camp during the trek and the Basecamp. Well-managed base camp set up for member & Staffs.
  • Drinking: 2 liters boiled water to carry on thermos per day per member.
  • Porter: Porters (1 member: 1 Porter) up to Base camp from Lukla & Porters while returning from Base camp to Lukla.
  • Base Camp Staff: Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen Helpers as required.
  • Staff Salary and allowance: All Nepalese staffs & porter’s daily wages, equipment, food & clothing.
  • Base Camp Tent: Each member will have individual Yak Mountain or Kailas tent in Base Camp.
  • Base Camp equipment: All camping equipment such as Dining tent with table and chairs, Kitchen Tent, Toilet Tent, & all necessary cooking gears *if required.
  • Light: Necessary light at Dinning tent and Kitchen tent *if required.
  • Climbing Sherpa: Veteran and Government Licensed Climbing Guide.
  • Climbing Sherpa’s Salary & Allowance: Climbing Sherpa Salary, Equipment, Food and Clothing.
  • Oxygen Bottle (O2): Oxygen bottles will be in stock at base camp in case of an emergency (with appropriate charge).
  • Oxygen Mask & Regulator: 1 Set of Summit Oxygen mask will be in base camp in case of an emergency.
  • High camp service: Necessary cooking gas, cooking pot for member, high altitude tent (sharing basis), high food for member, all climbing and cooking crew. Group climbing gears, fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required.
  • Guide: Government licensed Guide (English speaking) during the trek and sight-seeing in Kathmandu valley.
  • Valley Sightseeing: Sight-seeing in Kathmandu Valley [Swoyambu (Monkey temple) and Kathmandu Durbar Square] by professional guide.
  • Comprehensive Medical kit
  • Certificate: Mera Peak climbing certificate issued by Nepal Mountaineering Association (after climbing Mera Peak successfully).
  • Air Fare: International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
  • Nepal entry Visa fee: Nepali Visa fee $60 USD per person for 30 days and to be applied for 60 days $120 USD.
  • Lunch & Dinner: Lunch & dinner in during the stay in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary).
  • Extra night in Kathmandu: Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
  • Insurance: Travel and high altitude insurance, accident, helicopter medical & emergency evacuation. *Mandatory
  • Rescue Evacuation: Medical and emergency rescue evacuation costs if required. (Rescue, Repatriation, Helicopter, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs.)
  • Personal Expenses: Telephone, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Kathmandu but we will serve soft drinks for members in base camp).
  • Personal Equipment: Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking /Climbing Gears.
  • 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.
  • $25 USD for an extra porter per day (If extra porter demanded).
  • Summit Bonus: Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa.
  • Tips: Tips for Basecamp and other staff.
  • Extra: Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Any other item not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.

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