Mera Peak climbing An adventurous feat on top striking Mera Peak within the remote and the hidden valley of Khumbu exciting walks away from the mainstream of Khumbu and Everest region within close views of mountains Into enchanting woodland with tall rhododendron-magnolia, oaks, birch, and pines trees Walk into alpine hills covered with the green woodland on-route arctic zone of ice and glaciers Explore the hidden areas where few trekkers seldom visit this tranquil wilderness of pristine environment Scenic flights to and from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu with the array of mountain range views”
Mera Peak Climbing is one of the highest trekking peaks of Nepal Himalaya that rises high above 6,461 m / 21, 1907 ft located within hidden areas of Inkhu Valley, east of Khumbu and south of Everest, where very few trekkers and explorers hardly use this path to reach around Mera Peak and Inkhu valley. A great opportunity for trekkers and climbers to explore this undisturbed tranquil environment of sheer wilderness enclosed within a series of giant peaks of eastern Khumbu Valley with the stunning panorama of surrounding hills and snow-capped mountains.
Mera peak climbing is an adventure of the least technical effort we have used the grade ‘F’ means Facial Easy was taken from French and Swiss Alpine Climbing Classification Systems, where the ascent is reachable however all climbers require full climbing gears like crampons, and ice ax and as well ropes on the descent to make the climb a great success and safety. Starting our adventure at Mera Peak Climb, taking a short scenic flight to Lukla from the capital Kathmandu at Lukla with time for the refreshing stop, a busy Sherpa town with an airstrip named after late legendary mountaineers Tenzing and Hillary’ the first to conquer Mt. Everest on May 29th, 1953.
From Lukla, heading into the pure wilderness away from human settlements and villages, crossing high ridges to reach the beautiful Inku valley covered in tall trees of rhododendrons, pines, oaks, and magnolia, green vegetation and tree lines fade to arctic cold temperatures at Mera Base Camp within the ice, moraine, and glaciers.
We have set the itinerary with time for rest and practice before the big adventure and a climb on top of Mera Peak of the least technical difficulty where our expert guide leads you on top facing exceptional views of the array of peaks with Everest, Makalu, and as far towards Kanchenjunga in the eastern horizon.
After a successful and safe climb return journey on the same trail allows you more scenic views with interesting walks back to Lukla for the flight to Kathmandu with the wonderful memory and adventurous journey on Mera Peak Climbing.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Welcome at the airport and transfer to the Hotel.
Day 02: Free day for trekking preparation in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Lukla 2800 m and trek to Paiya(5/6hrs, 2730m)
Day 04: Paiya to Pangkoma(5/6hrs, 2804m)
Day 05: Pangkoma to Shibuche(6hrs, 2854m)
Day 06: Shibuche to Chhatra Khola(7hrs, 3122m)
Day 07: Chhatrakhola to Kothe(6hrs, 3580m)
Day 08: Kothe to Tangnang (3/4hrs, 4358m)
Day 09: Extra days at Tangnang for rest and acclimatization
Day 10: Tangnang to Khare(3hrs, 5045m)
Day 11: Khare to High camp (5/6hrs, 5780m) Overnight in Tent BLD
Day 12: High camp to Mera peak summit (6476m) and back to Khare Overnight in Lodge or guesthouse BLD
Day 13: Reserve day for the summit
Day 14: Khare to Kothe
Day 15: Kothe to ThuliKharka
Day 16: Thuli Kharka to Lukla
Day 17: Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 18: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 19: International Airport
Trip Details Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu then transfer to respective Hotels
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 30 Minutes drive to hotel
- Max. Altitude :1345m.
On reaching Kathmandu via respective airlines well received by company guides and staff for a short drive in the hub of Kathmandu city where your hotels are located.After checking into your lovely rooms and getting refreshed join in at the Hotel lobby for a group briefing regarding treks and climb with other useful information to make your stay in Nepal enjoyable and pleasant. The evening includes a group welcome dinner in nice Nepalese restaurants with cultural programs as entertainment the dinner.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include:
Day 02: Free day for trekking and climbing preparations in Kathmandu
- Distance : Explore day
- Duration : Explore
- Max. Altitude :1345m.
Free day at leisure and preparation for Mera Peak climbing and Trekking
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast
Day 03: Fly to Lukla 2,830 m and trek to Paiya
- Distance : 8 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hour
- Max. Altitude :2,830 m
Starting early morning transfer to domestic airport for the short and scenic flight to Lukla, taking a smaller aircraft (Twin Otter or Dornier) during 30 minutes on air with amazing views of the Himalayan series of peaks with Mt. Everest, as the plane lands on its unique runways reaching at Tenzing & Hillary airport in Lukla. At Lukla, time to rest and start the first day’s walks past Lukla town and Sherpa farm villages with well-tended crops and vegetable fields and terraces with occasional views of snow-capped peaks of Kwangde and Kusum Kanguru, and then reaching our first overnight stop of the trek at Chutanga, with first night camping within the midst of the lovely forested area.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 04: Trek Paiya to pangkoma
- Distance : 12 hours
- Duration : 6 to 7 hours
- Max. Altitude :2804 M
Morning heading for the climb on rocky ridges of Kalo-Himal and Naulekh crossing over Zatwar-la above 4,450m, over boulders, offers scenic views of Dudh Kosi river valley with peaks of Karyolung and Lumding Himal, an hour downhill to Panggoma for the overnight stop.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 05: Panggaoma to shibuche
- Distance : 11 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :3450 m
After a pleasant stop at Thuli-Kharka, a short morning walk downhill and an excellent view of Peak 43 and Kusum Kanguru peaks, reaching a scenic Inku valley, facing views of Mera Peak and into rhododendron and pine forest, as the walk leads on the gradual path to reach a summer pasture at Mosum-Kharka for other overnight stops.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 06: Shibuche to chhatra khola
- Distance : 17 Km
- Duration : 6 to 7 hours
- Max. Altitude :3691 M
From the Museum-Kharka walk follows due north leaving a forested area into a wide-open valley with pasture land, the walk continues to a small bridge to reach Gondishung near Tagnag area, a place with small wooden huts and shelters of stone wall enclosures. Gondishung with an interesting 200-year-old small Gompa (monastery/shrine), from here continue to walk for another hour to overnight stop at Tagnag, a small yak herder’s temporary settlement, at present few small lodges exist.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 07: Chhatra khola to kothe
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 4 to 5 Hours
- Max. Altitude :4200M
The trek from Chhatra Khola to Kothe (4,200 meters) typically takes around 4 to 5 hours, depending on your pace, weather conditions, and acclimatization. This section is part of the Makalu Base Camp Trek or can also be associated with routes leading toward Mera Peak.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 08: Trek kothe to Tangnang
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 3 to 4 hours
- Max. Altitude :4358 M
From Tagnag start with a moderate walk within glorious scenery within Inkhu Valley, as our route follows a moderate trail over the moraine and dam of Charpatti Tal (lake), lined with cairns with glacial lake, climbing for a short while as the path leads downhill to a large pasture land at Dig Kharka, walking for an hour across the boulder-strewn hillside to reach Khare for set overnight camp.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day09: Extradays at Tangnang for rest and acclimatization
- Distance : Rest Day
- Duration : Full day
- Max. Altitude :4358m.
Free days and acclimatization view some viewpoint
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Tangnang to Khare
- Distance : 6 km
- Duration : 4 to 5 hours
- Max. Altitude :5045 M
We trek from Thangnang and walk towards the peak as the route moves to the east. We will reach Dig Kharka (4,650m.) very near the foot of the Hinku Glacier. This bestows you with an enjoyable and grassy setting. Heading away from Dig Kharka and ascending above (5,000 m.). The track heads toward out of Tangnag alongside the lateral moraine at the Dig Glacier. We will halt to climb up the moraine for a view of the perfect Sabai Tso glacial lake. A move down in lake level, caused by a current split of the natural dam is visible. We will arrive at Khare in the early afternoon and have lunch. From Khare, the striking north face of Mera Peak view and Mera Glacier can be seen.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11: Khare to High Camp
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :5780 M
Trekking from Khare to Mera High Camp (5780m.) gradually climbing up onto Mera Glacier. They go up to begin with vertical, but flatten out as you get to the summit of the glacier. You will go across a long flat on the peak of the glacier and then reach the High Camp (5780m.). From here, the views are eye-catching. The remaining path leads us to the summit of Mera Peak.
- Accommodation: Camping
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 12: High camp to Mera Peak Summit 6476 M and back to khare
- Distance : 15 km
- Duration : 6 to 8 hours
- Max. Altitude : Summit 6476 M
This area is reasonably covered by ice glaciers. The views make you astonished as you can be delighted with Everest, Baruntse, Makalu, Kusum Kanguru, and many other panoramic peak views. Moreover, you will be overwhelmed by the wonderful views that will mesmerize you forever.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 13 : Extra day to Summit Mera peak just in case of bad weather, overnight at tented camp.
- Distance : Extra Day
- Duration : Extra day
- Max. Altitude :5000m
extra days Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 14: Khare to kothe
- Distance : 17 km
- Duration : 6 to 8 hours
- Max. Altitude :3500m.
The trek from Khare (5,045 meters) to Kothe (4,200 meters) is primarily a descent and typically takes about 4 to 5 hours. This route is part of the return journey for those attempting Mera Peak, and after summiting, trekkers often return to lower altitudes for rest and recovery.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 15: Kothe to Thulikharka
- Distance : 14 Km
- Duration : 6 to 7 hours
- Max. Altitude :4200m
The trek from Kothe (4,200 meters) to Thulikharka (4,300 meters) usually takes around 5 to 6 hours. This section is part of the Mera Peak trek or Makalu Base Camp route, and it involves ascending to Thulikharka through some scenic landscapes.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 16: Thulikharka to lukla
- Distance : 12 km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :2860m
The trek from Thulikharka (4,300 meters) to Lukla (2,860 meters) typically takes around 6 to 7 hours. It’s a long day of trekking, mostly descending, as you make your way back to Lukla, the gateway to the Everest region.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 17: Lukla to Kathmandu
- Distance : 377 km
- Duration : 30 Minutes
- Max. Altitude :1345m.
we take a morning flight to Kathmandu.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast
Day 18: Free day in Kathmandu
- Distance : Free day
- Duration : Free day
- Max. Altitude :1345 m
Free day shopping etc, Extra explore day.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast and Farewell Dinner
Day 19 : International Departure for Homeward Bound.
- Distance : 7 km
- Duration : 30 Minuets by drive
- Max. Altitude :1345 M
Last day in Nepal in the country of high Himalayan mountains with fascinating culture, after a memorable experience and adventure on the Mera Peak climb, as per your international flight time our staff will transfer you to the airport for the flight homeward bound or to your next port of call and respective countries.
- Accommodation:
- Meals Include: Breakfast
Cost Details
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICE
- Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
- 4 Night Kathmandu Hotel accommodation with breakfast (3-star Hotel)
- Pre-trek briefing
- Internal flight Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu for guest and guide inclusive with all taxes and transfers
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek /lodges along the trek as per itinerary
- Meals on full board ( Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner ) with 3 times tea/coffee during the trek
- Fresh fruits after every dinner
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, well English speaking trained, government license holder guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodations, and insurance
- 1 well-experienced English-speaking assistant guide if the group size exceeds 5+ persons
- Strong experienced Sherpa helpers [porters] with meals, accommodation, salary, and insurance(1 porter will carry a maximum of 25 kilos in total even if shared by 2 or more people)
- All necessary trekking permits: Sagarmatha National Park and Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) fee.
- Island Peak Climbing Permit fees
- Island base camp to base camp service
- Experienced license holder climbing guide
- Duffel bag, and trekking map.
- 1 Well-Plan Trekking t-shirt
- Comprehensive medical kits and basic first aid (carried by your guide)
- Oximeter – To determine your oxygen level
- All government and local taxes
- Well Plan Trekking trek achievement certificate after the successful trek
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at a cultural restaurant
THE PACKAGE EXCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICE
- Nepal entry visa
- International airfare
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Bar and beverage bills
- Meals and accommodation in Kathmandu (also in the case of early returns and late departures)
- Personal nature expenses egg. all kinds of drinks, Mineral water, Beer, Coke, entire beverages, Hot water, etc
- Extra Hot showers, Wi-Fi & battery charging while on a trek
- personal clothing and climbing gear
- Services not mentioned in the ‘Services Includes’ section (Please ask us if you are confused about any services)
- Tips for guides and porters
Equipment’s
PERSONAL CLIMBING GEAR FOR TREKKING PEAKS
Plastic Boot a pair
Crampons a pair
Ice Axe one
Harness one
Carabineer or Karabiner two each
Snow Gaiters a pair
Snow / Sun Glass one each
Warm Gloves a pair
Wind Proof Jacket & Trouser. a set each
Down Jacket one each
Down sleeping bags one each with inner linear
Main Ropes 200m ( 50m per person) as per the peak is chosen
Snow Bar 2 / 4 pieces depending upon group size.
Ski Pole (optional) one each
Following items can be bought or hired in Kathmandu.
Trip Map
FAQ
Physically condition & experience requirements
For physically fit a person of all ages with sound health who has done moderately to strenuous walking and activity before or at present. This type of trek involves long ups and downs and the length of walking will be from 5 – 7 hours every day with rest and breaks in between. The whole trip goes from a week to two weeks or more at a high altitude. This trip is for well-experienced people who have done previous long high hills or mountainous trekking in and around the Himalayas or other mountainous areas on rough terrains, this trip involves walking in snow and ice conditions sometimes and encountering high of over 4,000 meters passes, as for moderate people can join on this type of trips as long they are super physically fit and a mind with positive and determinations. Past hiking experience is a must but no technical skill is required for this trip .participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform well plan trekking before booking the trek. we also recommend that you consult your doctors before the trip.
Accommodations on the trek
In Kathmandu, we use the deluxe hotel to ensure a comfortable stay and relaxed environment before and after your adventure. All breakfasts are included at the hotel in Kathmandu. Rooms are generally twin shares – depending on group size and room availability, the triple share may be offered at your request. A single supplement room is available at an additional cost. And on request single supplement will be charged US$200.well plan trekking will arrange clean and comfortable rooms with attached washrooms; however, a teahouse in some places only has shared washing and toilet facilities. also, note that single rooms are available in the trekking regions at the lower elevations but it might be difficult to find them at higher elevations.
Meals during the trek
In the city, only breakfast is included on the trip itinerary. While on the trek, we provide good quality food in sufficient quantities from Tea Houses/Mt. lodges. We provide all meals on full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and tea & coffee) from the teahouse menu during the trekking period. Various meals include noodles item, soups, bread, rice items, curries, spaghetti, pizza, egg items, potato items, pasta, the fresh vegetables so overall you have a different choice of food on the trek.
Drinking-Water
Staying hydrated is important when undertaking any physical activity but particularly so at the altitude where it is generally recommended to drink at least 3-4 liters per person per day. We strongly encourage you not to buy bottled water on the trek as this contributes to the growing problem of plastic pollution in Nepal’s trekking areas.
All tea houses will provide cold water free of charge if requested. Although this should not be drunk untreated, we recommend that you bring a reusable bottle with a wide opening (Nalgene or similar) with you and use a SteriPEN to treat it with. A SteriPEN is a handheld UV water purifier – small, lightweight, and battery-powered so it is easy to pack for a trek. In Nepal’s trekking regions, most of the bottled water isn’t strictly ‘mineral water’ anyway but is UV-treated, so it’s exactly the same technology. It’s quick to use, far more effective than purification tablets, and the water is ready immediately. It’s fine to use a SteriPEN on non-boiled water so long as it isn’t cloudy or full of sediment (which is uncommon in these regions).
TRAVEL & MEDICAL & TRAVEL INSURANCE
Before you book any of our trips we strongly suggest that you buy medical and travel insurance to make you stay while traveling in Nepal Himalaya or neighboring countries, which will help and support you, in case medical and travel problems arise and situations beyond the company’s control. If such a situation arises with emergency evacuation, where your medical bills on using transportation services by Helicopter or other means of you can directly claim from your insurance, which is to be paid by you or by your insurance company on the spot.
Where Well Plan Treks will obtain a strong letter of the incidents that occurred so that you can claim from your insurance agents. In case of mishaps and accidents or severe illness, we will contact your insurance company if it is okay to use a Heli or other immediate life-saving process and transportation to the nearest medical post and hospitals, where your insurance company will directly pay for related expenses accordingly as per situations and conditions of the victims. For all trips with us, we need your contact address as well as your next of kin, family members, close relatives, or friends in case of emergency purpose.
Climate and Weather
The climate of Nepal is as varied as its geography. The low-lying Terai has a sub-tropical monsoonal climate. The Himalayan foothills, where most of our treks take place, are best in the cool dry season from September to May. The traditional trekking season in Nepal is from late September to May, with October and November generally recognized as having the best weather. Spring is also a popular time of year with warmer weather and the advantage of seeing spring flowers and rhododendrons in bloom. The visibility is good, and the days are pleasantly warm, although nights can be cold, and snow is possible above 3,000 meters.
The Everest Base Camp trek is likely to have a wide range of temperatures depending on the altitude and the time of day. In the mountains up to 3,500m, the nights will be cool, normally around 5 degrees C, and during the day temperatures sometimes rise to 25 degrees C. At higher altitudes temperatures range from about 20 degrees C to -15 degrees C.
Flight Delay in Kathmandu and Lukla
Lukla airport is situated in a wonderful valley surrounded by high mountains Due to this reason, landing and taking off from Lukla is considered to be difficult and technical. The weather in the area is unpredictable and is likely to change every few hours resulting in flight delays or cancellations for the entire day. Our package includes one buffer day in case of delays but we suggest that you schedule a couple of extra additional days in case of delays at the end of your trek. If your flight is delayed in Kathmandu we will rebook your flight for the next day. We may also be able to provide an option for a privately chartered helicopter. If you choose to take the helicopter this can cost an additional $550 or more depending on availability and group size. Extra hotel nights ($40) and meals in Kathmandu are not included when flights are delayed although we will make arrangements for you. If your flight is delayed from Lukla you are responsible for extra accommodation and meals (approximately $40)
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Our guide Raju and his brother are lovely and made our trip wonderful. They were very helpful and experienced, took care of everything and even cooked for us sometimes. They know a lot about the Manaslu region and their knowledge really enhances the experience. Highly recommend them if you are thinking about doing the Manaslu circuit trek . Source Tripadvisor