Mera Peak Climbing

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Trip Overview

Mera Peak stand at elevates of 6,470 metres above the sea level in the Mahalangur himalayan range, south of Mount Everest in Nepal. When this is combined with the fact that it offers unparalleled views and stunning panoramas it makes this trekking peak one of the most sought after mountaineering trips in Nepal. Mera Peak Climbing is never particularly technically difficult, but there is the altitude to contend with which makes this an exciting and challenging trip. Mera Peak contains three main summits Mera Peak central 6,461 metres - (21,198ft.), Mera Peak North 6,470 metres (21227ft.) and Mera Peak South 6,065 metres - (19,898 ft). We ascend Mera Peak preferably during the spring and autumn seasons as it’s the best time to climb the mountain for its astonishing views of the Himalayan Vista. Five 8,000m peaks are visible from the summit including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu and Kanchenjunga and several other peaks. The first ascent of Mera Central by Col J.O.M. Roberts and Sen Tenzing on May 20, 1953, and Mera North on 1975 by French climbers Marcel Jolly, G. Baus and L. Honills via standard climbing route though some sources state that it was climbed on 29 October 1973 and the climbers included L. Limarques, Ang Lhakpa and two other Sherpas.

Our Mera Peak Itinerary is carefully designed with steady ascent and a separate day set aside in Khare to allow plenty of time for acclimatization. The usual route to Mera Peak is directly via the Zatrwa La Pass and Hunku Valley, but we follow the route that heads south from Lukla and up the beautiful Hinku Valley and later return via Zatrwa La pass. Following this route has a few advantages. We not only pass through the beautiful Nepalese wilderness but also through quaint villages which will give us a glimpse into the rich culture of the locals. Additionally, since the route is longer, it’s better for acclimatization. Mera Peak North height (6,470m.- 21,1907ft) officially fixed by the Nepal Mountaineering Association.

Outline Peak Climbing Itinerary: Via Zatrwa Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff and transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Fly to Lukla (2,800m.) then trek to Chutanga (3,173m.).
Day 03: Cross Zatrwa-La (4,610m.) and trek to Thuli Kharka (4,400m.).
Day 04: Thuli Kharka - Tashi Dingma (3,520m. - 11549ft).
Day 05: Tashi Dingma - Tangnang (4,350m. - 14272ft).
Day 06: Rest day in Tangnang for acclimatization.
Day 07: Tangnang - Khare (5,100m. - 16733ft).
Day 08: Rest day in Khare for acclimatization.
Day 09: Climb to Mera-La (5,415m. - 17767ft).
Day 10: Climb to High Camp (5,800m. - 19030ft).
Day 11: Ascent of Mera Peak (6470m. - 21227ft.) and back to Tangnang.
Day 12: Tangnang - Tashi Dingma (3,600m. - 11812ft).
Day 13: Tashi Dingma - Thuli Kharka.
Day 14: Thuli Kharka - Lukla and transfer to teahouse Lodge.
Day 15: Fly back to Kathmandu then transefr to Hotel.
Day 16: Kathmandu free and farewell dinner.
Day 17: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey.

Outline Peak Climbing Itinerary: Via Hunku Valley

Hotels/Lodge/Camping
16 Days Trek
Grade: Mountaineering
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
Accommodation: 3 Nights Kathmandu and 15 Nights Lodges/Camping
Best Season: Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff and transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Fly to Lukla (2,800m.) and trek to Paiya (2,730m.- 8954ft) 3/4 hrs.
Day 03: Paiya - Pangkongma (2,850m.- 93,48ft). 5-6 hrs.
Day 04: Pangkongma - Nigmsa (2,745m.- 90,003ft) 4-5 hrs.
Day 05: Nigmsa (Shibuche) - Chhetrakhola (3150m.- 10332ft) 7-8 hrs.
Day 06: Chhetrakhola - Kothe (3,600m.- 11808ft) 6-7 hrs.
Day 07: Kothe - Tangnang (4,350m.- 14,270ft) 3-4 hrs.
Day 08: Acclimatization. day hiking to Charpate glacier.
Day 09: Tangnang - Khare (5,045m.- 16,486ft) 2-3 hrs.
Day 10: Khare-Mera Base Camp (5,300m.- 17,384ft) 3/4 hrs.
Day 11: Mera Base Camp - High Camp (5,780m.- 18,958ft) 4-5 hrs.
Day 12: Ascent to Mera Peak Summit (6470m. - 21227ft.)/back to Khare.
Day 13: Reserve day for contingency.
Day 14: Khare - Kothe (3,600m. - 11808ft) 4-5 hrs.
Day 15: Kothe - Thuli Kharka. 5-6 hrs.
Day 16: Thuli Kharka - Zatrwa-La Pass (4,610m.) - Lukla and transfer to Hotel.
Day 17: Fly back to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
Day 18: Kathmandu free and farewell dinner.
Day 19: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey.

Note: the itinerary can be changed as per different situation and weather conditions.

Cost Includes

Land transportation by Car, Van, Hiace, tourist and local Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, trekking pick up and drop).
3 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at Bed & Breakfast basis.
3 Major meals; B/L/D (by Lodge menu) and accommodation; twin sharing bed room at best available teahouse lodge en-route, tented camp at Base Camp.
Twin sharing North Face brand tent, dining tent, Kitchen tent, staff tent, Kitchen utensil etc.).
1 English speaking equipped, trekking + climbing guide, Cook, Kitchen boys and necessary Porter. (1 Porter between two member).
Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
One English speaking equipped climbing guide, trekking equipment for all crews.
Per member 15 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
Climbing Guide Equipment charges.
Mera Peak Permit, Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entrance fees, Sagarmatha National Park permit and garbage deposit.
Snow bars and rope for the climbing as well as tented camp while on climbing to Mera Peak.
Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu with airport tax and cargo fees.
All official taxes and service charge.

Cost Excludes

Personal transportation except above programs.
Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Personal trekking and climbing gears.
High tent, high food and sleeping bag.
Gammo Bag for the life saving device, incase of altitude sickness for Member.
Personal Nature expenses.
Emergency evacuation (If incase).
Drinks except tea and coffee.
Airfare: To and from your country.
Nepal entry, re-entry visa fees and international airport departure taxes.
Personal travel insurance.
Tips for trekking crews.

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Trip Highlights

Location
Asia, Nepal
Trip Days
17, 19 Days
Height
6470m. - 21227ft.
Latitude
27°42′33″N
Longitude
86°52′06″E
Grade
Mountaineering
Normal Ascent Route
Normal
First Ascent
Mera Central by Col J.O.M. Roberts and Sen Tenzing on May 20, 1953, and Mera North on 1975 by French climbers Marcel Jolly, G. Baus and L. Honills via standard climbing route though some sources state that it was climbed on 29 October 1973 and the climbers included L. Limarques, Ang Lhakpa and two other Sherpas.
Easiest Route
Rock/glacier/Snow/ice climb
Caravan Route
Kathmandu - Lukla - Zatrwa-La Pass - Khare - Mera Peak Base Camp - Khare - Lukla - Kathmandu
Group Size
No Limit/Group Joining Basis/Private Group
Lodging Level
Hotel/Lodge/Camping
Accommodation
3 Nights Kathmandu and 13 Nights Lodges/Camping
Food
B/L/D, Except lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Best Seasons
Spring/Autumn/Winter