Mera Peak Climbing : Cost, Itinerary, Map Permit Details

OVERVIEW

ITINERARY

Price Includes and Excludes

Mera Peak is a mountain in the Mahalangur section, Barun sub-section of the Himalaya and administratively in Nepal's Sagarmatha Zone, Solukhumbu District. At 6,476 metres it is classified as a trekking peak

Mera Peak Climbing (6461m- 21190ft) is Situated at Mahalangur section, the Eastern Khumbu Region which was first climbed by a Frenchmen Marcel Jolly, G Baus and L Honills in 1975. Anyone with moderate mountaineering experience or expertise can cherish the climb of Mera Peak. Nepal Everest Himalaya Hiking offers a team of licensed and experienced Sherpa experts to train any novice to help them acquire skills necessary to climb Mera Peak. Meanwhile proper acclimatization is always a key thing to consider for Mera Peak Climbing. March to May of Spring and September to November of Autumn are the most favored seasons for the climbing of Mera Peak (6461m). Mera Peak unfolds the crystal clear view of famous Himalayan Peaks and world famous mountains like Lhotse (8516m), Cho Oyu (8201), Makalu (8485m), Kanchenjunga (8586m) and Everest (8848m), above eight thousand meters and world famous. Other peaks that can be seen on the ascent are Chamlang (7319m), Baruntse (7000m), Ama Dablam (6,812m), and Kangtega (6,782m).

Mera Peak Climbing (6461m- 21190ft), starts with scenic flight to Tenjing Hillary Airport at Lukla (2860m) that opens up a traverse towards Paiya (2730m), Pangom (2846m), Nigsow (2863m), Chhatra Khola (2800m), Kothe (3691m), Thangnak (43058m), Khare (5004m) where a day’s acclimatization is required. Thereafter, the trail continues ahead to Mera High Camp (5780m), to ascend Mera peak (6461m) from where the mountaineers explore the mountain peaks in the vicinity then descending to Khare (5045m) for acclimatization and the journey continues to Kothe (3600m), Thuli Kharka (4300m), en route to Lukla (2860m), bringing the trekking to an end.

Mera Peak Climbing Route Map

What to Bring ?

The following checklist should help you with your packing. As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum. The packed weight of your trek bag while trekking should be no more than 15 KG.

Waterproof overtrousers / rainpants
Baselayer Hiking boots Socks
Trekking trousers / pants
shirts
Casual shirt and/or T-shirts
Fleece jacket or warm jumper/sweater
Waterproof jacket
Sunhat Warm hat
Sunglasses
Thermal gloves
Warm and waterproof over gloves or mittens
Headtorch/Headlamp with spare bulb and batteries
Sun protection (including total bloc for lips, nose etc.)
Water bottles 1 L. Antibacterial handwash
Small towel Daypack,25/30Litres
Trekking poles
Sleeping bag 4 or 5 season * (rated down to – 20ºC)
Warm jacket (down)*

For Mountaineering

In addition to the items mentioned above for trekking, the following is a list of the additional specialized items which are required for the trekking peaks.
Plastic or leather mountaineering boots, with gaiters and crampons that have been tested for a good fit.
Fleece trousers or silhouette
Additional mites and gloves suitable for climbing
Ice axe, and ski poles (note - ice axes can be rented in Kathmandu)
Climbing helmet
Alpine climbing harness.
2 x tape slings
2 x screw gate karabiners
Descender / abseil device
Ascender

Medical

Small, personal first-aid kit. (Simple and light)

Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
1 skin-blister repair kit
Anti-diarrhea pills
Anti-headache pills
Cough and/or cold medicine
Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide
Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc.
Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant.
Water purification tablets or water filter
1 set of earplugs Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies.

Note: Walking pole, down jacket, sleeping bag, etc available on hire in Kathmandu or request we will provide it. NOTES Trip cost will vary depending on numbers of travelers, duration/days of trek, standard of hotel in Kathmandu before & after the trip. Please contact us to GET a Custom Quote.

Day 1

Fly to Lukla and Trek to Paiya (2,730m).

On First, we’ll board a flight to Lukla (2810m), from TIA. You will be able to rejoice the sight of splendid hills, rivers and mountains during a 30 minute flight. On reaching Lukla airport, you’ll be introduced to your porter, and served a wholesome breakfast. After that, we will head north to Paiya (2730m). It is an easy 3-4 hour hike.

Day 2

Trek to Panguam (2,850m)

We will now trek to reach Panguam which will be around 6 hours long. We will trek through the main trial and reach the beautiful village inhabited by hill people of different ethnicity. The night will be spent in a local lodge.

Day 3

Trek to Nagindingma (2,650m).

After breakfast we will trek gently downhill to a village inhabited by hill Mongol people. It will be around four to five hours long. On reaching Nagindingma, we can rest for a while and then explore the vicinity.

Day 4

Trek to Cholem Kharka (3,350m).

Now we will trek from there uphill over the rocky trial. The trekking today will be physically demanding and exhausting as it will takes days us around 7-8 hours long. We will spend the night in a local guest house.

Day 5

Trek to Khola Kharka (3,930m).

We will trek uphill today through the rocky trial for around seven hours. We will walk along the bank of dwindling rivers, through green meadows and enchanting forests. Night will be spent in a local guest house.

Day 6

Trek to Kothe (4,180m).

We will trek to Kothe after breakfast, and the trek will be around 6-7 hours long. It is a small beautiful village of mountain people which reward us with beautiful view on the Himalayas.

Day 7

Trek to Thaknak (4,350m).

We will trek slowly uphill for at least three to four hours and reach Thaknak. It is a beautiful village. From here we can have very beautiful view of the guarding snowy peaks. The night will be spent in a cozy little lodge.

Day 8

Trek to Khare (5,045m).

We will trek to Khare after waking up early in the morning and having a hearty breakfast. It will take us around three hours to trek through the main trial. We will spend the night in a small lodge in Khare.

Day 9

Rest and acclimatization in Khare.

We have allocated an entire day for adapting ourselves to harsh environment in Khare. We will explore the environment and go for walks. We can also interact with the locals and experience the life in Himalayans.

Day 10

Khare to Mera Base Camp (5,300m).

Today is a major day as we will go to Mera Base Camp. The trek will be however short as it will only take us around four hours. We can have beautiful and very near view of the Mera Peak. The night will be spent in a camp tent.

Day 11

Mera Base Camp to High Camp (5,780m).

We will now climb uphill through the snowy and rocky trial for around five hours. From here we can have even better view of the Mera peak and other mountains. We will spend the night in a cozy camp and prepare for the big day tomorrow.

Day 12

Mera high camp to summit (6,461m) and back to Khare.

Today is the main highlight of the trek as we will climb the summit. The feeling of reaching the top will be very rewarding and satisfying. After spending some time in the peak we will descend downhill to base camp and then Khare.

Day 13

Trek from Khare to Kothe

We will now return downhill leaving the mountains in backdrop. It will take us around 5 hours to trek back to Kothe. We will spend the night in a local guest house.

Day 14

Kothe to Chetwarwa (3,580m).

We will now trek to Chetarwa and it will take us around six to seven hours. On reaching our destination, we can go for exploration of the local vicinity and enjoy the life of rural people.

Day 15

Chetarwa to Lukla.

Chetarwa we will trek down to the economic hub of this region, Lukla. It will be around six to seven hours long trek. We will spend the night in local tea house. Have last dinner with guide and porter and enjoy the last night in the mountain.

Day 16

Fly back to Kathmandu.

Early in the morning, we will catch a plane from Lukla to Kathmandu. Don’t forget to pick a seat on the right side, to see the insatiable mountains again. On reaching Kathmandu, you will be escorted back to your hotel.

Price: US dollor 2780

Price Does Include:

International and Domestic Airport pickup
Three night standard twin sharing Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
Trekking lodge /Hotel accommodations during the trek.
Makalu Barun National park permit and Peak permit.
Two nights tent accommodation above Khare. Hygienic meals( Breakfast ,Lunch Dinner) with tea and coffee, seasonal fruit or cane fruits.
Camping tent and climbing rope provided.
Lukla flight ( Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu) including airport tax and pickup and drop .
A highly experience, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly , English speaking well trained, Government license holder trekking guide and climbing Sherpa, with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, Transport and insurance.
Strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (1porter= two people). with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation and insurance.
Comprehensive medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
Government taxes and official expenses.
Guided Kathmandu sightseeing tour with private vehicle as per itinerary.
Oxymeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) Which will ensure you trek is in the safest hands possible for all levels of trekker.