Mera Peak Climbing – 18 Days

Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft.)
On your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, one of our representatives will pick up you and escort you to the hotel as well as help you to check-in at the hotel. 

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)
Wake up early morning and get ready after taking light breakfast for a short drive to Kathmandu Domestic Airport to fly Lukla. It will be the scenic half an hour flight over the snowcapped mountains to one of the most electrifying high altitude airports, Lukla at an altitude 2900 m. Your guides and porters will accompany you here for the trek. Hence, the trekking adventure kicks off. It will be an easy trek walking towards an east passing number of hamlets and wooden Yards taking you to a thick forest of silver fir, birch, pines, and rhododendron. You will make steady progress on a good trail, crossing ridges and streams up to “Kharka”, the summer pasture used for grazing yaks. The whole area is called as Chutanga where you are spending your first night.

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)
Begins the adventure trekking with a steep climb to cross the Kalo Himal ridge in the Nau Lekh range which separates the Khumbu Valley with Hinku valley. With a steep climb up to a ridge, you will see the flattering colorful flags and the spot is called as Zatrwa la. Then, you will finally descend steeply to the Tuli Kharka. Spend overnight at Mountain Lodge.

Day 04: Trek to Gothey (Altitude: 3600m/11,812ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
After breakfast, starts walking in a descending trail for a while and then crossing few ridges, you will walk steeply down to the Hinku River. Then, slightly ascending uphill will takes you to Gothey of Hinku valley. Here, you can see several seasonal lodges/teahouses for check-in. Spend time exploring the local lifestyle. Overnight at Mountain Lodge.

Day 05: Trek to Thagnag (Altitude: 4,350m/14,272ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Today, you will walk along the Ridge of Hinku River in the shadow of Mera Peak. In the west bank of Hinku Drangka, lies Gondishung, where you will take lunch and rest for a while. Gondishung is a summer herders’ settlements. From here, you will pass an ancient Gompa- Lungsumgba Gompa, consider to be 200 years old. The tradition before heading from here is offering a Juniper incense to the shrine to ensure a successful ascend of Mera peak. From here, just a short walk will take you to the Thagnag. It is pasture land for grazing Yak during summer. Spend Overnight at local lodge.

Day 06: Acclimatization day at Thagnag (Altitude: 4,350m/14,272ft. Meal: BLD)
For the further trek, you will require to be more technical. Hence, it will be the perfect time for proper acclimatization. Today, you will learn some climbing technique from the Guide and practice before heading to base camp. Take your time in practicing climbing with short hiking. You can go for a hike to the huge moraine in the north of Tragnag. Explore the beautiful glacial lake- Sabal Tsho. Additionally, a cairn (5,270m/17,290ft) on the flanks of Kusum Kangguru can also be rewarding and beneficial for acclimatization. After hiking, retrace back to Thagnag for an overnight stay.

Day 07: Trek to Khare (Altitude: 5,025m/16,486ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Today, you will move to the base camp of Mera peak towards east following the lateral moraine of Dig Glacier to the pasture called as Dig Kharka. From here, you can click the fabulous view of Charpate Himal. You will follow a rocky trail, and the lateral moraine up to the snout of Hinku Nup and Shar Glaciers, then onwards, starts walking on the steeper trail until you reach to Khare for an overnight stay in a camp.

Day 08: Ice climbing practice near Khare (Altitude: 5,025m/16,486ft. Meal: BLD)
Today, you will engage in practicing ice climbing. After breakfast, get involved in preparing individual gear for ice climbing. Ice Climbing depends on the season and availability of ice; hence, in case of unavailable, you can hike around and rest at camp. Meantime, walking just a couple of hours from Khare, you will reach to a point from where you can enjoy the clear view of Mera la and the route up to the mountain. Here, you can practice ice climbing. Follow the instruction of guide and practice for a few hours in the glaciers. Then retrace back your to camp and make final preparation to summit Mera peak.

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)
Today, you will make your way to Mera Base Camp. It will be a very short trek letting you acclimatize. You will climb to the crest of the moraine to the steep slope of scree or snow to reach a boulder-strewn bowl below the lower tongue of the Mera Glacier. Reaching the pass Mera La, you can see the enjoy the surrounding, then descend for a while towards the Hongu side and set up base camp in the moraine below the ice where you will camp for overnight stay.

Day 10: Climb to Mera high camp (Altitude: 5,750m/18,865ft. Trek: Meal: BLD)
You should be very much careful on your way to high camp. The trail can be hazardous if it has recently snowed, as there are a number of crevasses en-route. Making your way to the top of the rock band, which is marked by a large cairn, you will set up a high camp. It will be the final camp before ascending the peak. Let yourself refreshed with the outstanding view of mountain piercing the skyline. Your stay will be at high camp.

Day 11: Summit day and descend to Khare (Altitude: 6476m/21,241ft. Trek: 8/9 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Here comes the most awaited day of the entire trip. Today, you are going to summit Mera Peak. And you should wake up early at around 2 o’clock and get ready with crampons and rope. From High Camp, a well acclimatize group will summit the peak in 3-4 hours. Just reaching at the peak, you can see the magnificent view of Mt. Everest (8,848m), Cho-Oyu (8,201m), Lhotse (8,516m), Makalu (8,463m), Kangchenjunga (8,586m), Nuptse (7,855m), Lubuche (6,145m), Chamlang (7,319m) and other mountains over 6 thousand meters. Taking some snap and enjoying the spectacular views of snowline, you will retrace your journey back to Khare after a while rest with some hot soup at high camp. Spend overnight at Khare.

Day 12: Contingency Day
Weather in the Himalayas is quite unpredictable. Hence, it is good to take on contingency day considering unfavorable weather or any other obstructions that might delay the group in climbing the peak.  If the group summit the peak in the planned date and everything goes well, this day could be cut off from the itinerary.

Day 13: Trek to Gothey (Altitude: 3600m/11,812ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Today, you will descend through the Hinku valley to the Gothey on the same trail used earlier. Enjoying the surrounding you can celebrate the success with some local wines or the way you like to relax. Spend overnight at lodge in Gothey.

Day 14: Trek to Tuli Kharka (Altitude: Tuli Kharka: 4,250m/13,944ft. Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Begins climbing up through the lush forest of Rhododendron, Bamboo, and Pine, on the west side of the Hinku valley to the Tuli kharka for your overnight stay.

Day 15: Trek to Lukla (Altitude: 2,800m/9,186 ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)
Today, you will finally enter the Lukla and is the last day of your trip. You will walk upwards from the Tulikharka to Zatrwa la top. Then onwards, you will walk all the way down to Lukla via Chutanga. On your arrival at Lukla, you will be accommodated in the lodge. Take rest and make your evening wonderful spending your quality time with group and crew member celebrating your success. Spend overnight at lodge.

Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Flight: 30 minutes Meal: B)
You will board a plane back to Kathmandu. Arriving at Kathmandu you will be transferred to your hotel and rest of the day will be your leisure time. You can go shopping, message, or rest at the Hotel.  

Day 17: Spare Day | Meal: B

Day 18: Departure from Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: B)
Now it’s a time to say goodbye. You will be received at the Hotel to transfer you to the airport for your departure. Additionally, if you wish to spend some more days, you can let us know, we shall organize the services accordingly.

Dates and Cost

Note : Set your own departure date if you have a group size of 2 packs or more.

Cost Includes:

• Airport transfer with an escort in a private vehicle
• Full catered camping trek during summit days
• Accommodation with meals as well and comfortable Mountain Lodge available en-route during the trek (Few nights’ at during trek with attached bathroom/toilets)
• English speaking, First Aid and Eco-trained local trekking guide, Assistance guide as per the group size, porters (2:1)
• Exclusive medical kit bag, Duffle Bag, Trekking T-shirt, Trekking Maps, Adventure Certificate
• Equipment allowance for the guide 
• Mera peak climbing permit
• Makalu Barun National Park Permit
• Garbage Deposit Fee.
• 2 Night accommodation at Hotel Blue Horizon or similar in Kathmandu with Breakfast
• Domestic Airfare for the sector Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu
• Equipment clothing for porter & staffs
• Insurance for all staff & porters

Cost Exclude

• Your personal expenses for mineral water, soft beverages, confectionaries, laundries, phone calls, hot drinking water, barbills, showers etc. 
• Internet facility, battery chargers, multi plugs etc. 
• Your travel insurance that covers Helicopter evacuation.
• Medical expenses and trip cancellation. 
• Tips of a guide, porters and driver as a token of appreciation. 
• Any other expenses or charges that are not mentioned in “cost includes” list.
• Nepal arrival visa.

Passport and Visas:
First, be sure you have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date.  You can obtain visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or upon arrival in Kathmandu Airport. Nepalese visas cost USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days till date.

Get the required visa for Nepal.
You can get Nepal visa prior to arrival from the Nepalese Embassy at your home country. Likewise, you can easily get an up on arrival visa at Kathmandu airport and other different borders from Nepal. This is for those who travel from India and Tibet. For more information and download please visit Nepal Visa Information.

Bring Official Papers
Some of the required official documents are your valid passport, 4 extra passports sized photographs (for trekking permits), travel insurance, airline tickets, and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon entry into Nepal. For detail information, we request you to visit our visa page.

Money & Credit card Info
We find that most of the credit card, master and visa card is blocked from your card provider. It may be because of a security reason. It, sometimes, may bring you in a problematic situation that you can't get money from ATMs and that you find difficult to pay for your treks and tour. To find yourself free from this problem, you can call your card provider before you travel to Nepal and inform there that you are traveling to Nepal. Ensure them to give the authorization for the payment. In Nepal, you have to pay 3.5 % credit card commission s per Nepal Bank rules, on top of your payable amount for the trek cost.  So, please be sure that you bring some cash in USD to pay us. Likewise, be sure you have brought some small amount for your daily expenses as well as for those items which are not included in our cost. We request you not to change money in the Airport. The exchange rate is very low there. Our office provides you with the facility to change your money. Or, you can take help from Money Changers in Thamel.

Travel Insurance:
Our clients must have comprehensive travel insurance package. Their insurance must cover against medical, personal accident, emergency evacuation, trip cancellation, lost of gears, natural calamity, theft of or damage to baggage etc.

Who can trek?
No special degree of fitness is required and that there is no age barrier. However, in the areas over 3000m altitude, extra care should be taken. One can trek who have strong legs and the spirit for adventure to explore the exotic will enjoy the thrills of trekking in the hills of Nepal. Normally, for weary trekkers, we have a list of short, easy and exotic treks and for the experienced trekkers, we offer a longer trek with lots of excitement and adventure. We encourage all men and women, families, students and professionals around the world to enjoy the enchanting trekking in Nepal. You can join us as an individual team member or with your own group. We commit to arranging the best trekking that delights you in the Nepal Himalayas. If you can have fun walking for 3-6 hours up and down hills to Nepal, pack your luggage and join us for an exhilarating and unforgettable journey. All the necessary things for your trekking will be arranged by us. What you can do is to enjoy the beautiful scenery and magnificent view of Nepal Himalayas.

Clothing and Equipment for Traveling in Nepal
Trekking in the Himalayas needs the arrangement of equipment as you have to find yourself comfortable at higher altitude. The basic clothing item that you are expected to be prepared with are well described here. Remember that excess baggage is likely to be a burden for yourself and your supporting staff. "Pack light, but pack right", is our motto. This will allow you to enjoy a comfortable journey with your energies and enthusiastic zeal focused on the exploration of this enchanting Nepal scenic beauty. Please visit here for Clothing and Equipment list.

Buying and Renting Equipment in Kathmandu
It is not really necessary to spend a large amount of money buying extra equipment and clothing prior to your trip. It is because most of the trekking equipment can be hired from many adventure shops within Kathmandu. Most of the gear is locally manufactured (hence a lot cheaper). Some Chinese gear is likely to be more expensive but qualitative. Sleeping bag and down jacket are easily rented. Each item can be rented for less than USD 1, for a day. You have to manage other items buying them yourself. However, these items are more likely to be cheaper than those in your hometown. We will arrange all the necessary items you need on the second day of your arrival. 

Vaccination for Nepal
All travelers should consult with their physician or update on vaccination requirements before travel. (Your doctor or health-care provider will determine what you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities) For traveling to Nepal; we recommend you to take a vaccination of Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies etc, it is not really must but recommended.

How to Book
While you chose which trip you wanted to go with, contact us to our head office Thamel Kathmandu Nepal by mail or phone, email is more easy and clear options, as soon as we get your email or call we will process for your booking. We need 20% booking amount to confirm your booking, the payment can be made through the Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa card) or through online money transfers also Money Gram, Western Unions or others. After we get the 20% amount we will confirm your booking and you will get the official booking and payment receipt. The final balance for the tour will be paid up on arrival in Kathmandu.