Mera Peak Climbing takes us to the summit of Mera Peak (6,461m/21,190ft) which is the highest trekking peak in Nepal. We ascend Mera Peak preferably during the spring and autumn seasons as it’s the best time to climb the mountain for its astonishing views of the Himalayan Vista. Five 8,000m peaks are visible from the summit including Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu and Kanchenjunga.
Our Mera Peak Itinerary is carefully designed with steady ascent and a separate day set aside in Khare to allow plenty of time for acclimatization. The usual route to Mera Peak is directly via the Zatra La Pass, but we follow the route that heads south from Lukla and up the beautiful Hinku Valley and later return via Zatra La pass. Following this route has a few advantages. We not only pass through the beautiful Nepalese wilderness but also through quaint villages which will give us a glimpse into the rich culture of the locals. Additionally, since the route is longer, it’s better for acclimatization.
Mera Peak climbing is an excellent option for anyone with moderate mountaineering experience. It is a challenging trekking peak due to its elevation, but the technical mountaineering skills requirement is very basic. Besides, Himalayan Glacier’s seasoned Sherpa guide will provide us with a basic mountaineering training before the actual summit.
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Tribhuwan International Airport – Kathmandu
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Members are welcome at the Tribhuvan International airport. After the immigration formalities, they will be transferred to the pre-booked hotel. Make sure to check a billboard with the name of the members at the exit gate of the airport. Today is simply an arrival day, so there is no organized activity. One can take free time to relax or just walk around leisurely.
After breakfast in the hotel we begin our sightseeing tour exploring the two cultural World heritage sites of Pashupatinath and Boudhanath. In the beginning, you will visit Pashupatinath which is one of the holiest Hindu temples in the world dedicated to Lord Shiva. Then, we will continue our drive to Bouddha which is the world’s biggest stupa located about 2 km from Pashupatinath temple. Back to the hotel and spend the rest of the time by yourself.
An early morning wakes up. We will transfer all the members to the Kathmandu domestic airport to board the flight to Lukla. It will be a short scenic mountain flight which will take about 35 minutes. As we land at Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla, we will hold on a bit as our porters manage to carry the baggage up to Paiya. The guide will serve a cup of hot tea to all the members at the local lodge in Lukla. Then, we will begin the trek to Paiya village. During the trek, you can explore the local areas and observe the traditional Sherpa lifestyle. The trail is less frequented than the other main trails of the Everest region. It will be a short and enjoyable trek on the southern side of Lukla. Overnight at lodge
Today we will head south over a river and from there winds up along a hill before descending to the Khare Khola River. While gently descending, you will enjoy the eye-catching the beauty of the mountains and finally enter the Panggom village. This appealing place gives you an amazing chance to socialize with the locals of the village and experience their everyday lifestyle. You can also choose to visit the famous monastery in Panggom village. Overnight at Camp
We climb a bit from Panggom and see Mera Peak at Panggom-La (3170m). Then, we go down 300 meters to Shibuche village. Crossing Ningsow river, we go up through trees to Ningsow. After that, we climb uphill for 1.5 hours, about 400 meters, along a narrow path towards Ramilo Danda.
After breakfast, we begin our trek following a steep, sloppy, narrow mountain trail, a bit complicated ahead through rhododendron and bamboo forests. After passing the landslides we trek down and reach a stream. By the side of the crystal clear stream, we have our lunch. Then, we walk straight ahead and pass through the rhododendron forest where we may see some wild animals if we are lucky. We keep walking down through the bamboo forest and a nice stone cave by the side of a river until we reach Chhatra Khola to spend a night.
Today we continue our trek towards the north on the main trail to Mera Peak. Today’s walk is equally tiring as well. The first half of the trek is on an uphill trail to the Panch Pokhari viewpoint from where you can enjoy some amazing views of the mountains. We will follow the rocky trail from here into the tree line and continue through the forests before coming out on the valley floor. The trail further runs in and out of the forests before finally reaching a small wooden bridge that marks our entry in Kothe. Here we will spend some time out to appreciate the views and stay overnight.
From this day onward, we will gradually climb up with an increase in altitude and keep moving along the ridge of the Hinku river through the shadow of Mera Peak. On the way, we pass a 200-year-old Lungsumgba Gompa where we will see Mera Peak scripted on the rock along with the direction of the route to Mera. A mixture of rocks and pastures all through the trail will give you a different kind of trekking experience. After a short walk, we will reach Thagnak for the overnight stay in camp. Tangnag is a summer grazing area and here you will be quite amazed at the beautiful setting of the surroundings. Overnight at Camp
Today is our rest day. But it is not allowed to stay idle though it is a rest day. Instead, you have to stay active and be well prepared for the next day’s adventure. After breakfast, we hike for about 5 hrs up to Shertemba Go (5000m). We can see Mera North and other outstanding views from a very close quarter. After an hour’s pleasant hike downwards, we will bet back to Thangnak and spend the night there.
Today’s hike rewards you with some brilliant sights throughout the journey. As you start the hike through the valley floor, the stunning sights of the high altitude peaks will lure you. This is undoubtedly one of the finest Himalayan valleys and along the journey; you will pass some of the gorgeous lakes and fantastic glaciers. Finally, you will reach the sparkling Black Mera that rises right out of this valley floor with all grandeur and gravity. Overnight at Camp
Today we will have a great chance to explore and see the beauty of this village. We have planned this acclimatization day so that you can relax and prepare for the thrilling climb up ahead. Tough days are waiting ahead for you so you need to relax your muscles before proceeding. Besides, you will also do a short trek to a top of a hill outside of the village and feast the heart-touching sight of the grand Mera Peak. Be prepared to face the sheer size and elegance of the peak, the glacier that crawls out of the mountains and the beautiful glaciated valley. As Khare is becoming more popular for being the resting place of the trekkers, you get the chance to enjoy the fun with campfires and unlimited interactions with the locals.
After breakfast, we walk through the boulder-strewn path and reach Mera base camp. We have to walk through the steep route (about 260 m). It will take us approximately 2 to 3 hours to reach Base Camp.
Leaving the base camp, we will make way to the High Camp at 5800 m. The walk starts on an easy graded snow slope on the same glacier. From here we get to an area full of crevasses and it is of utmost importance that you approach every step very carefully. The High Camp is at a close distance from base camp and you will have a gentle climb to the destination. Moreover, while walking, you will get glimpses of the highest peaks like Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu. A trail full of Himalayan treasures finally ends behind a rocky section at the Mera Peak High Camp. Give your body the much-needed rest as you will have to climb to the summit the next day. Stay overnight in Mera High Camp
After being properly equipped and fully acclimatized we start early morning to reach the Mera summit. Strong winds after midday may create obstacles to reach the summit. We start around 2 a.m. to climb up the glacier and onto a ridge. Following the footsteps and guidance of our experienced climbing guide, the members will head towards the Mera Peak summit. Once we reach the top you will be rewarded with magnificent views of five spectacular 8000-meter peaks – Everest (8,848m) Cho Oyu (8,201m) Makalu (8,463m), Kanchenjunga (8,586m), as well as Nuptse (7,855m), and Chamlang (7,319m) After spending some time at the Mera Peak summit, we will descend following the same route and head back to reach Khare overnight at Camp.
After achieving a great success of the expedition to Mera Peak, we retrace our steps back to Kothe in the Hinku valley. On the way, we stop for lunch at Thaknak and continue our trek to Kothe for overnight stay. We will enjoy the evening with local wines food and relax at the camp.
After breakfast, we again ascend for two hours through the lush forest on the west side of the Hinku Valley to Thuli Kharka. It will be a nice walk at your own pace through the red Rhododendron forest. On the way, you will enjoy glimpses of the wide range of Mera peaks, Mera North, Mera Central, Mera South from Thuli Kharka. Overnight stay in Thuli Kharka
We take the shorter route towards Lukla. We will cross Ztrawa La pass along the route. From the top of Ztrawa La, we again enjoy the mesmerizing views of mountains and it will be our last climb of the trek. We gently descend to Lukla village where we conclude our trekking part. In the evening we enjoy with our crew the last dinner in the mountain and overnight stay at tea-house
Normally we take the early flight to Ramechhap. Sometimes the flight time can be delayed due to bad weather and other reason beyond our control. Anyway, today we will fly back to Ramechhap and from there we will drive you to Kathmandu. It takes around 5hrs. We will transfer you to the same hotel where you stayed before. In the evening you may go shopping at Thamel or rest at your hotel
I will take you to the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) approximately three hours before the scheduled flight. (Trip ends)
