Trip Details

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Strenuous
  • Trip Style: Peak Climbing
  • Transport: Tourist Vehicle + Domestic Flight
  • Food: American Plan Basis
  • Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge & Camping Tent
  • Group Size: 2-15
  • Max Elevation: 6,470m / 21,227ft

Mera Peak Climbing 17-days is professionally designed to lead you all the way up to the top of Mera Peak from where you will get to see excellent Himalayan panoramic views. Mera Peak Climbing is one of the most famous peak climbings of Nepal that is visited by many adventure lovers every year. We, Mera Alpine Treks specialized in Mera Peak Climbing and have years of experience. We are known with all the routes that will take you to the top of Mera Peak. Moreover, we also design tailor-made Mera Peak Climbing itineraries as per your time limit.

Mera Peak Climbing is technically easy to climb

Mera Peak Climbing is known as easy peak. Talking about technical difficulties, Mera Peak Climbing is technically easy to climb. There are not such highly technical paths, therefore Mera Peak is preferred by many climbers as a warm-up before climbing other technical mountains like Everest. However, due to its high elevation (6,470 m/21,227ft), the journey can be a little difficult. The most interesting thing about this peak is that it is the largest peak in Nepal. We can skiing from the top of Mera Peak to Mera Base Camp so now you can feel how easy it is to climb. For Mera Peak Climbing it does not required previous climbing experience. But you need to have average physical and mental fitness.

Mera Peak Climbing is highest trekking peak in Nepal

Mera Peak Climbing is known as trekking peak and popular peak climbing in Everest region of Nepal. Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) classifies certain peaks between altitudes of 5000 meter to 7000 meter that can be climbed in a day as trekking peak. The total accent from base camp to the peak and the decent back to the base camp can be accomplished in a day.

Mera Peak Climbing is situated in Mahakulung Municipality -1, Solukhumbu District, Everest Region. Mera Peak is inside of Makalu Barun National Park and Hinku Valley. Mera Peak Climbing is the highest trekking peak in Nepal which stands at an altitude of 6,470 meter / 21,227 feet.

Mera Peak Climbing is best view point of 5x8000er mountains

Mera Peak Climbing is one of the best 360 digree Himalayan panoramic view point in the world. 8 of the 14 world highest mountains on earth including Mount Everest situated at Nepal. Mera Peak Climbing offers glorious breathtaking view of above 8000 meter five mountains such as Mount Everest (8,848m), Kanchenjunga (8586m), Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8485m), and Cho Oyo (8188m).

From top of Mera Peak Climbing, you will get to see five world highest mountains. From any other trekking peaks, you could not see like this view of more 8000 meter mountains. As well as Mera Peak provides stunning view of Baruntse, Chamlang, Nuptse, Pumo Ri, Gyachung Kang, Ngozumpa Kang, Shartse, Ama Dablam, Peak 41, Kangtega, Kyashar, Lobuche, Tutse, Hinku Chuli, etc.

Mera Peak Climbing flora and fauna at Makalu Barun National Park

Makalu Barun National Park is a national park in the Himalayas of Nepal that was established in 1991 AD as eastern extension of Sagarmatha National Park. It covers an area of 1500 Square Kilometer in the Solukhumbu district. Makalu Barun National Park covers approximately 1500 meter to 5000 meter altitude from sea level. The protected area is habitat for a wide diversity of faunal species. The different species of mammals include Red Panda, Musk Deer, Snow Leopard, Clouded Leopard, Gray Wolf, Pangolin, Wild Boar, Barking Deer, Goral, Yellow Throated Martin, Jackal, Red Fox, Black Beer, Himalayan Tahr, etc. As well as 300 species of birds, verity of butterflies, reptile, amphibians, fish inhabit the many ponds, lakes, rivers, and forests are includes.

Mera Peak Climbing prayer flag and mani walls

Tibetan prayer flag is a colorful rectangular cloth, often found strung along trails of Mera Peak Climbing and high in the Himalayas. They are used to bless the surrounding countryside and for other purposes. Traditional prayer flags include woodblock-printed text and images.

Mani Walls stone structures are a compilation intricately carved stone tablets, most with the inscription “Om Mani Padme Hum” which loosely translates to “Hail to the jewel in the Lotus”. They are built of rubble and sand and faced with mani stones engraved in the elegant Tibetan script. Travelers are fascinated by its beauty.

After Climbing cross Zatrwa La pass then Mountain Flight

Altitude elevation of Zatrwa La Pass is 4500 meter. From here you will also get to see lovely views of  Mt. Cho oyu, Kusum Kanguru, Numbur Himal and Kongde Peak. The trail goes through pine forests of rhododendron and later trek on the off the beaten trail from Kothe. During Zatrwa La Trek day, you will get to see wonderful views of Mera North, Mera Central, and Mera South also.

During Mera Peak Climbing you need to take flight from from Lukla Tenzing-Hillary Airport which is like mountain flight. During flight out of the window the scenery is dramatic. A huge white snow mountains hung on the skyline miles above. They are so high can’t even be sure which ones are Mountain and which are clouds. Even the green forested lower foothills raise high above them. Tenzing Hillary Airport is one of the most dangerous airports in the world but here is qualified and experienced pilot. Most people think the scary thing about Lukla Airport is length of the runway. But it is also part of the adventure.

Mera Peak Climbing History Thangnak Gompa and Tama Pokhari

Mera Peak Expedition was first succeful climbed on 20 May 1953 by Col Jimmy Roberts and Sen Tenzing Sherpa. The route they used is still the standerd route and straight forward to climb. Thangnak Gompa and Tama Pokhari are local tourist destination during Mera Peak Climbing

You will reach Dukffuk Monastery at Thangnak during Mera Peak Climbing which mean "Dragon Cave Moanstery" in Tibetan. According to Buddhiest legend years of ago that monestery deity statue was transfer from Kongmadingma. And they stay at that cave then they can not carry that deity statue again. Afterthat nomads started to pray for that deity statue. Then local people built monastery at that place.

Tama Pokhari is a glacial Lake, located on the way of Khare, Mera Peak Climbing. Tama Pokhari is shown in map as Sabai Tsho. In Sherpa Language Sabai Taho means "Copper Hide Lake". The local people said years of ago poeple hide there property like copper, brass etc in that lake. So the name of that pond is Tama Pokhari in Nepali language. Tama Pokhari glacial Lake was outburst on 03 September 1998. According to Mr. Lhakpa Gylgen Sherpa “The flood started at 5:00 am and continued for 20 hours, people heard loud noise and saw a huge white cloud from the ice avalanche.”

Highlights

  • We Mera Alpine Treks have fixed tent camp at Mera Peak High Camp.
  • We provide all climbing gear like Rope, Boot, Crampons, Harness Set, Ice Axe etc.
  • On the way, we have our own lodges in the Mera Peak valley.
  • Your safety is our first priority during Mera Peak Climbing.
  • We Mera Alpine Treks mainly specialiest for Mera Peak climbing
  • You need to bring only your clothing in our Mera Peak package.
  • Trail includes villages, forests, river, glacier, mountain and valleys.
  • Package of Trekking, Climbing, Passes, Mountain Flight and City Tour
  • Experience great hospitality, rich culture, and the unique lifestyle of locals
  • Mountain View of Mt Everest, Kanchanjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu
  • Possible to skiing in Mera Peak top to Mera Base Camp which has 3 km length

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 1Arrive at Kathmandu Airport, pick up and transfer to Hotel
  • Day 2Drive from Kathmandu to Patale Dhap (2900m) 8 hours, BP Highway
  • Day 3Drive to Pangom (2840m) 6 hours, Off Road, Cultural Day Trip
  • Day 4Trek to Ningsow (2863m) 5 hours, Rhododendron Jungle Trail
  • Day 5Trek to Chhetrwa Khola (3122m) 5 hours, Himalayan Pine Jungle Trail
  • Day 6Trek to Kothe (3580m) 5 hours, Himalayan Pine Jungle Trail
  • Day 7Trek to Thangnak (4358m) 4 hours, through Inkhu River
  • Day 8Trek to Khare (5000m) 4 hours, Glacier Trek
  • Day 9Rest day for acclimatization and Climbing preparation training
  • Day 10Climb to Mera High Camp (5800m) 6 hours, Camping Trek
  • Day 11Summit Mera Peak (6,470m) and back to Khare 10 hours, Summit Day
  • Day 12Trek Down to Kothe (3580m) 5 hours, Back to Same Way
  • Day 13Trek up to Thuli Kharka (4200m) 6 hours, Off the Beaten Trail
  • Day 14Trek Down to Lukla (2840m) 6 hours, Cross Zatrwa La Pass
  • Day 15Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
  • Day 16Reserve Day for Mera Peak Trip otherwise sightseeing at Kathmandu
  • Day 17Drop to Kathmandu Airport for Final Departure Day

What's Included

  • Transportation Service
    Pick Up and Drop to Airport
    Drive from Kathmandu to Pangom
    Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
  • Accommodation, Meal and Camping Service
    3 Night 3 Star Category Hotel Room and Breakfast in KTM
    Tea House Lodge Room and Camping Tent Service
    Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during Mera Peak Trip
    Tea, Coffee, Juice and Hot Drinking Water as per required
    High Food, Chocolate, Fruits, Pack Lunch for extra service
  • Guide and Porter
    Licenses holder experience certified Trekking Guide
    Climbing Sherpa Guide as per the number of group
    Our porter for two member basis, he carry 30 kg in total
  • Government Taxes
    Mera Peak Permit and Makalu Barun National Park Fee 
    Garbage deposit fee, local and goverment taxes
  • Safety and Security
    Enough information about Mera Peak Climbing
    Insurance of Mera Alpine Treks staff team
    First Aid Medicine Kid, Gamow Bag, Wakie Talkie
    Thurya Setalite Phone and Emergency Heli Rescue
    Pre information of Altitude Mountain Sickness
    We provide Mera Alpine's Duffle Bag for Trekking

Mera Peak Climbing Gear

  • Dynamic Rope and Static Rope
  • Snowbar and Ice Crew
  • Mountaineering Climbing Boot (La Sportiva or Scarpa)
  • Crampons (Black Dimond)
  • Ice Axe (Black Dimond)
  • Harness (Black Dimond)
  • Lock and Unlock Carabiners (Black Dimond or Petzl)
  • Ascender Device / Jummer (Black Dimond or Petzl)
  • Decender Device / Figure 8 / Belay Device
  • Tap Slings / Prussic Loops
  • Lunch and Dinner at Kathmandu then tips for guide and porter
  • Personal Expenses like Internet, laundry, alcoholic beverage
  • Travel and high altitude rescue insurance of member
  • Any expenses which not mention in above services.

Useful Information

Why climb Mera Peak with Mera Alpine Treks?

Mera Alpine Treks has been running the Mera Peak Climbing Package since 2010. We are the native of Mera Peak area. We Mera Alpine Treks have our own lodges on the way to Mera Peak. We have fixed tent camp at Mera Peak High Camp. We provide all Mera Peak climbing equipment such as climbing rope, climbing boot, crampons, harness set, ice axe in free of cost. We have a qualified climbing sherpa guide as an instructor. Your safety is our first priority when climbing Mera Peak. So, we are mainly specialized in climbing Mera Peak.

Best Time to Summit Mera Peak Climbing

Mera Peak Climbing is the best option for novice climbers and trekkers who want a mountaineering experience. The best time for Summit Mera Peak is during the spring season (March, April, May) and the autumn season (September, October, November) to see its excellent Himalayan Vista scene. Climbing Mera Peak can also be done during New Years and Christmas time for winter season climbing.

Previous Preparation Before Going Mera Peak 

Climbing Mera Peak requires prior preparation to be successful at the top. You must be in above average physical and mental fitness to climb Mera Peak. You have an average of 5 hours of walking per day. You need to confirm that you have good clothing for climbing Mera Peak. Especially, while climbing Mera Peak, remember to carry warm hat, headlamp, snow goggles, neck gaiter, inner gloves, outdoor gloves, lip bleam, sun cream, water bottle and enough warm socks. Otherwise, we Mera Alpine Treks arrange it all in Nepal. You must bring your personal medication. And you must read up on high altitude mountain sickness advice.

What are the different trekking route of Mera Peak Climbing

  1. Mera Peak Climbing via Zatrwa La Pass to Kothe to Mera Peak
  2. Mera Peak Climbing via Pangom to Ningsow to Kothe to Mera Peak
  3. Mera Peak Climbing via Panch Pokhari to Kothe to Mera Peak

Do I need insurance to climb Mera Peak?

Yes, travel insurance is absolutely necessary. Though, Mera Peak is considered as a trekking peak in Nepal, most insurance policies categorize this as mountaineering. In fact, its elevation is high which up to 6500m and one should be very careful about insurance policy. Unlike other trails of Everest region, the Mera region is comparatively remote. So if you suffer from any illness/problems, you will need a helicopter evacuation. Insurers customers have used and include Dog Tag and the British Mountaineering Council. Both of these companies have policies that cover all the necessary risks.

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