A Complete Mera Peak Climbing Guide

Things to know about Mera peak | Mera Peak Facts

Mera peak administratively locates in Solukhumbu district of Sagarmatha zone, in Mahalangur section, Barun sub-section of eastern Nepal. Mera peak contains 3 main summits: Mera North 6,476m, Mera central 6,461m and Mera south 6,065m. In fact, almost entire climbers attempt to the central Mera peak 6,461m which is bit easy comparing to the other parts of Mera peak besides it’s very challenging and complicated to climb the north Mera peak so only few climbers dare to summit Mera peak. However, getting to point of summit is the achievement for Mera peak climbers. Likewise, five peaks above height of 8,000 m are noticed from summit including: Mt. Everest (highest peak of the world), Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Kanchenjunga and Makalu while numerous of others below 8,000 m are spotted throughout with snow caps.

View from Mera Peak

With 6,476 m of height, Mera Peak is a great pinnacle pinpointed in Sagarmatha zone, south to Everest. Heading up towards Mera Peak Base Camp and after that onwards along awesome glaciers takes to the summit itself. Sweeping into the view, with a magnificent display from the top unfolds 360° sight of throughout snowy kingdom together with awe-inspiring mountains of the region – including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Makalu.

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Attractions of Mera peak climbing
  • Thrilling and spectacular Himalayan flight to Tenzing Hillary Airport (included on list of world’s adventurous airport).
  • A visit to 200 years old monastery nearby Tangnag with Mera peak scripted rock en route.
  • Experience of tented camp (at base camps of Mera peak) and Glacial walk at (Mera Glacier).
  • Mountain climbing opportunity (Mera peak) with 360° view from high elevation including five peaks holding height above 8,000 m.
  • Morning view from high elevation of sunrise striking on those unbelievable zigzag peaks of decorated Himalayas.

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Mera peak climbing route/trail

Actually, there are opposed chains to achieve and conclude the summit of Mera peak based upon the different packages designed but normally standard route is followed by maximum scalars. Mera Peak climbing trip develops with thrilling and wonderful flight to the mountain airstrip of Lukla (hazardous airstrip of the planet). We at that point stroll forward being completely passing through Lukla, Paiya, Pangkoma, Nigmsa, Chetra Khole, Kothe, Tangnang, Khare before achieving base camp of Mera peak. Therefore attending a climb, 360° landscape from lofty elevation including five peaks above height of 8,000 and many more below establishes the different sense. Likewise, pursuing the same earlier developed trail till the emerging destination normally trip ends.

Essential packing info’s for Mera peak climbing

Head wears: Climbing helmet, Head lamp, Glacier glasses, Neoprene face mask, ski goggles, warm head and neck covers.

Hand wears: Synthetic gloves, expedition gloves and hand warmers.

Foot wears: Hiking or trekking shoes, tennis shoes, camp boots, over boots, altitude liner, liner and woolen socks, vapor barrier socks and trekking socks.

Personal equipments: Expedition and trekking bag packs, toiletry bag, gears and other varieties according to your need.

Climbing gears: Ice axe, crampons, Alpine climbing harness, carabineers, ascender, belay device and adjustable 3 Section Ski.

These are the normal essential info’s, addition requirements can be customized by discussing with trekking guide to establish your climb more painless and effortless.

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Mera peak climbing difficulty level

As, we already mentioned above that Mera Peak holds three different summits so due to that reason range of difficulty are also in different scales. On behalf of comparison, central peak is considered as the easiest and uncomplicated peak likewise Mera south is moderate and unexceptional peak and Mera north is the most difficult peak to encounter its summit. Normally being easy to ascend, most of the climbers conquer central peak and normal physical workout without experience is enough to ascend the center peak. South Mera peak demands normal trekking experiences with high range of stamina likewise North Mera Peak demands high range of climbing experience with same level of other requirements.

Mera peak death rate

Challenging Mera peak (6,476 m) is strenuous with lots of steps and many ups and downs. Though, climbing higher on Mera peak through lower realm of death zone 5,500 m/ 18,044ft is unpredictable, indeed there is very minimum death rate. Yearly thousands of climbers ascend Mera peak but deaths on Mera peak are noticed rarely.

Perfect time to climb Mera Peak | Mera Peak Climbing Season

Actually, central Mera peak can be ascended throughout a year excluding the time of monsoon (June to August) besides spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are considered as the ideal seasons to scale center Mera top likewise south Mera peak is also almost possible excluding monsoon for those who can adjust with cold but North Mera Peak is only possible to ascend at the time of spring and autumn. Truly, defending perspectives and happy with moving along catching the reasonable views are superb prizes of entire Mera crest, if climbed on spring.

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Altitude sickness possibility and Importance of acclimatization Mera Peak

Relatively whole climbers are pursuing from a low hoisted area about equivalent to sea level. Other than that, our goal is to accomplish lofty equivalent to above 6,000 from ocean level so because of this reason there is tremendous opportunity to be caught the ill effects of height ailment issues if carelessness take place. Accordingly, appropriate spotlight on acclimatization assumes a tremendous part on prevail of desired goal in like manner more attention should be placed while targeting north Mera peak. Remember, neglecting acclimatization is the foremost reason to establish issues of altitude sickness.

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Perfect Package for achieving Mera peak

Due to different trekking course and trail, agencies are delineating contrast short to long packages for shutting the trip. Beginner climbers holding enough time can seize extended package to set up easy execute separated that short packages are honorable and commendable for those accomplished climbers holding less time yet whole packages aren’t lasting, packages can be tweaked according to the desire and want of potential climber’s. Besides if they are well close with territory than climbers can design their desired itinerary by self according to plan.

Mera Peak Climbing Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft. Meal: Dinner)
Day 02: Fly to Lukla & trek to Chutanga (Altitude: Chutanga: 3,450m/11,320 ft. Lukla: 2,800m/9,186 ft. Flight: 35 min Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 03: Trek to Tuli Kharka via Zatrwa La (Altitude: Tuli Kharka: 4,250m/13,944ft. Zatrwa la: 4600 m/14720 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 04: Trek to Gothey (Altitude: 3600m/11,812ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 05: Trek to Thagnag (Altitude: 4,350m/14,272ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 06: Acclimatization day at Thagnag (Altitude: 4,350m/14,272ft. Meal: BLD)
Day 07: Trek to Khare (Altitude: 5,025m/16,486ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 08: Ice climbing practice near Khare (Altitude: 5,025m/16,486ft. Meal: BLD)
Day 09: Trek to Mera base camp (Altitude: Mera La : 5,415m/17,766ft. Base Camp: 5,350m/17,552ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 10: Climb to Mera high camp (Altitude: 5,750m/18,865ft. Trek: Meal: BLD)
Day 11: Summit day and descend to Khare (Altitude: 6476m/21,241ft. Trek: 8/9 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 12: Contingency Day
Day 13: Trek to Gothey (Altitude: 3600m/11,812ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 14: Trek to Tuli Kharka (Altitude: Tuli Kharka: 4,250m/13,944ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 15: Trek to Lukla (Altitude: 2,800m/9,186 ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Flight: 30 minutes Meal: B/D)
Day 17: Departure from Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B)

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Safety: The most engaged reason uttered by potential and expert climbers in the wake of interfacing with us is profoundly secured and effective undertaking with safe takeoff.

Proper adjustment: It is anything but not a joke to discover the ideal destination for working efficient and effective acclimatization and camps. For that, climbing group can help to the pointed goal with real alteration.

Guide: Commitment of guide (characteristics holding with capable learning of all through space alongside high scope of English language) for building up climbing venture more great and wonderful.

Information: Truth be told, there are endless concealed attractions on the way holding distinctive certainties and accounts along missing is without a doubt disregarded while trekking with us.

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Complete Guide For Island Peak Climbing

Things to know about Island peak | Island Peak Facts

Island peak popularly well known as Imja Tse locates on Khumbu Region in eastern territory of Nepal holding the height of 6,189 m/ 20,305 ft besides the peak is really an expansion of the edge descending off the south end of Lhotse Shar. In fact, this peak was name in 1951 AD by Eric Shipton’s party because it appears as island in a sea of ice when viewed from distance. Later, the peak was renamed on 1983 AD to Imja Tse but Island peak remained the popular choice and now it’s able to hold both names. However, Island peak is also identified as the chief mountaineering peak of Khumbu region.

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Attractions of Island peak climbing
  • Thrilling and wonderful Himalayan flight to Tenzing Hillary Airport (rated on list of world’s adventurous airport).
  • Exploration of Namche Bazaar (Largest settlement/ Trading spot of Himalayan Sherpa’s) with wealthy culture, traditions norms and values.
  • Investigating Tengboche Monastery (antiquated/oldest religious spot of Khumbu region).
  • Experience of tented nights (base camp of Island peak) and Sagarmatha National park holding untold rare varieties of flora and fauna.
  • Glacial walk and climbing (Island peak) opportunity with 360° view from high elevation throughout zigzag peaks including Mt. Everest.

Island peak climbing route

White Island peak climbing embraces ahead with adventure departure from Tribhuwan International Airport (Kathmandu) to Tenzing Hillary Airport (Lukla). Ahead, walking forward totally passing Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Chhukung on the way takes to base of Island peak via after strolling through rough and snowy trail. Confronting extensive 40-45 degree incline climb takes to summit for examining 360° amazing perspective from high elevation all through mammoth stands including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu and numerous more others. Therefore, retracing the same earlier developed chain comes at end.

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View from Island Peak

With 6,189 m of elevation, Island Peak is an appealing peak pinpointed in Sagarmatha zone of Khumbu region, Nepal. Heading up towards Island Peak Base Camp ahead along through glaciers takes to the summit itself. Sweeping into the view a magnificent sight displays from the top unfolding 360° landscape with some of the well-known peaks of the territory including Ama Dablam, Lohtse and Mera Peak.

Essential packing for Island peak climbing

Head wears: Climbing helmet, Head lamp, Glacier glasses, Neoprene face mask, ski goggles, warm head and neck covers.

Hand wears: Synthetic gloves, expedition gloves and hand warmers.

Foot wears: Hiking or trekking shoes, tennis shoes, camp boots, over boots, altitude liner, liner and woolen socks, vapor barrier socks and trekking socks.

Personal equipments: Expedition and trekking bag packs, toiletry bag, gears and other varieties according to your need.

Climbing gears: Ice axe, crampons, Alpine climbing harness, carabineers, ascender, belay device and adjustable 3 Section Ski.

These are the normal essential info’s, addition requirements can be customized by discussing with trekking guide to establish your climb more painless and effortless.

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Difficulty level of Island peak climbing

Though, the word climbing isn’t a straightforward deal this Island peak is considered as the undemanding and uncomplicated peak for climbers. However, this peak is considered as perfect peak for climbing to amateur climbers. Normal hiking, cycling, uphill climbing, camping, muscles stretching and an aerobic workout directly assists you to establish as a capable climber for Island peak. Sometime, natural calamities and uncommon climate and temperature can be reason to attach difficulty en route besides strong dedication and hard efforts are the vital keys to descend difficulty level.

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Island Peak death rate

Island peak (6,189 m) is considered safe and easy Mountain to ascend which can be attained by ordinary mountaineers and yearly there are numerous counting of succeed on summit of Island peak. Being itself typical peak for climbing, Island peak holds really very low death rate which seldom spots only by their negligently.

Suitable package for Island peak climbing

Because of various trekking course and trail, agencies are outlining contrast short to long packages for closing the excursion. Amateur climbers holding enough time can seize expanded bundle to establish effortless execute apart that short bundles are commendable and worthy for those experienced climbers holding less time but entire packages aren’t permanent, entire packages can be customized according to potential climber’s desire and preference.

Island Peak Climbing Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Dinner)
Day 02: Cultural tour in Kathmandu & Preparation Day (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast)
Day 03: Fly to Lukla, Trek to Phakding (Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft. Phakding: 2610 m/8612 ft. Flight: 30 minutes Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazar (Altitude; 3440 m/11352 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 05: Rest day for acclimatization (Altitude; 3440 m/11352 ft. Meal: BLD)
Day 06: Trek to Dole (Altitude: 4200 m/13860 ft. Trek 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 07: Trek to Machhermo (Altitude: 4,470 m/14750 ft. Trek: 4-5 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 08: Trek to Gokyo (Altitude: 4,800 m/15840 ft. Trek: 4-5 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 09: Morning Excursion to Gokyo Ri, Trek to Thagnak (Altitude: Gokyo Ri: 5483m/18094 ft. Thagnak: 4700 m/15510 ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 10: Trek to Cho La pass 5,367m to Dzongla (4830 m): 7 – 8 hours (Altitude: Cho-la pass: 5330 m/17589 ft. Dzongla: 4830 m/15939 ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 11: Trek to Gorekshep, excursion to Kalapatthar and back to Gorekshep (Altitude: Kalapatthar: 5550 m/18315 ft. Gorakshep: 5140 m/16960 ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 12: Trek to Everest Base Camp 5357m and back to Lobuche (Altitude: EBC: 5357m/17678 ft. Lobuche: 4910 m/16203 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 13: Trek to Chhukung (4,730m/15518ft) via Kongma-la pass (5535 m) (Altitude: Kongma-la: 5535 m/18265 ft. Chhukung: 4750 m/15675 ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 14: Island Peak base camp (Altitude: 5,200m/17,060ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 15: Climbing training course and preparation (Altitude: 5,200m/17,060ft. Meal: BLD)
Day 16: Island Peak Summit (6,189m/20305ft) back to Chhukung (Altitude: 6,189m/20305ft. Trek: 8/9 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 17: Trek to Namche (Altitude; 3440 m/11352 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 18: Trek to Lukla (Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Day 19: Fly to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Flight: 30 minutes Meal: B/D)
Day 20: Departure (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B)

Perfect time to climb Island peak

Generally Island peak can be climbed throughout the year except during the monsoon months (June to August) besides spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are considered as the perfect seasons to scale Island peak. The clear sky with moderate temperature is the virtue of these months to succeed the summit. Likewise being easy to ascend, winter season is also acceptable for those rare climbers who are experienced and can neglect cold too. Honestly, justifying views and comfortable climbing along capturing the clear sceneries are marvelous rewards of this Island peak, if ascended on spring.

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Altitude sickness and acclimatization For Island Peak

After deep study and research, it resulted that almost entire climbers are pursuing from low elevated territory nearly equal to sea level. Besides that, our destination is to achieve height equal to 6,189 m from sea level so due to this reason there is huge chance to suffer from altitude sickness issues. Thus, proper focus on acclimatization plays a vast role on succeed of desired destination likewise high range of professional climbers don’t need the period of acclimatization due to uncomplicated climbing track.

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Cost and permit required for Island peak climbing

Remember entire climbing charge and royalties depends upon the season and time. Normally, Island peak climbing collects permit fee of USD350 for a group up to 4 climbers with an addition serially USD40 per person over that number besides there will be USD250 deposit to ensure complains with garbage regulations. Entire route and climbing permits will be operated by agency along deal with entire travelling tickets according to requirement.

 

Climbing with us

Safety: The most focused reason uttered by potential and professional climbers after connecting with us is highly secured and successful expedition with safe departure.

Guide: Contribution of guide (qualities holding with powerful knowledge of throughout domain along with high range of English language) for establishing climbing journey more wonderful and awesome.

Proper adjustment: It’s not a piece of cake to find out the perfect destination for operating systematic and powerful acclimatization and camps. For that, climbing team can assist to the aimed destination with genuine adjustment. 

Information: In fact, there are multitudinous hidden attractions en route holding different facts and histories along missing is surely neglected while trekking with us.

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