Mera Peak and Island Peak Climbing, Mera Peak and Island Peak Itinerary, Mera Peak and Island Peak Information

Trip Overview

Mera Peak and Island Peak Climbing via Amphu Lapcha Pass is the combining ultimate trekking and climbing challenge in the Himalaya of Nepal. Mera and Island peaks are two of the great Himalayan climbing adventures. Mera Peak stands at 6,470 metres above sea level and Island Peak at 6,165 metres. This is the adventure of a lifetime in the Himalaya’s offering you a unique chance to climb two awe-inspiring peaks on one expedition. Geographically, Mera and Island peaks are fairly close, however they are separated by the mountain chain dividing the Hunku and Khumbu Valleys. This trip offers you the chance to visit one of the most beautiful and remote valleys in Nepal as well as the opportunity to cross the challenging and beautiful Amphu Lapcha Pass at 5780 metres.

Although Mera Peak is slightly higher than Island peak, Mera peak is technically a straight forward climb. It is called a trekking peak but nothing with ropes, glaciers, crampons and ice axes is trekking and not to be underestimated. Mera peak is climbable for people without mountaineering experience but always best to come prepared with winter skills experience. The climb to the summit is a very strenuous, but steady, glacier climb with rewarding views of the Himalayas from the top. The fantastic vista from the summit of Mera peak, includes views of Mount Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Cho Oyu. From the summit, we will descend into the beautiful Hunku Valley where we will then cross the Amphu Lapcha pass and into the Imja Valley which is a serious mountaineering day. From the top you will get your first view of Island Peak. The view off the Amphu Lapcha pass is incredible and worth the effort.

Note:
1. If you have your own private group or team, please e-mail us to know the price and details of peak climbing.
2. Looking to join a group? if so, feel free to contact us for more information.

Outline Peak Climbing Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,860m) trek to Chutanga (3,173m) or, Kharketanga. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 04: Chutanga Village – Zatrwa La Pass (4,592m) – Thuli Kharka (4,400m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 05: Thuli Kharka – Kothe Village (Kote or Lungsamba - 4,182m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 06: Kothe Village – Tangnang Village (Thangnak - 4,356m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 07: Rest day in Tangnang for acclimatization. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 08: Tangnang Village – Khare Village. (Base Camp - 5,045m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 09: Rest day for acclimatization and preparation for climb. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 10: Khare Base Camp to Mera Peak High Camp (5,800m). O/N at Camping.
Day 11: Mera Peak (6,470m) summit attempt, descent to Kongma Dingma (4,900m). O/N at Camping.
Day 12: Contingency day, incase of bad weather, Clean Base Camp and backpack. O/N at Camping.
Day 13: Kangme Dingma – Set Pokhari (4,850m). O/N at Camping.
Day 14: Seto Pokhari – Amphu Lapcha BC or, Mt. Baruntse Base Camp (5,450m). O/N at Camping.
Day 15: Amphu Lapcha BC – Amphu Lapcha Pass (5,780m) – Island Peak Base Camp (5,600m). Camping.
Day 16: Island Peak Base Camp – High Camp (5,500m) and preparation day. O/N at Camping.
Day 17: Island Peak (6,165m) summit, descent to Chhukung Village (4,730m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 18: Chukung Village – Tengboche Village (3,867m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 19: Tengboche Village – Namche Bazar (3,440m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 20: Namche Bazar – Lukla Bazar (2,860m) then transfer to Hotel/Teahouse Lodge.
Day 21: Fly back from Lukla to Kathmandu then transfers to Hotel.
Day 22: Free day in Kathmandu for rest and farewell dinner in the evening.
Day 23: Last minute, transfers to TIA airport for your onward journey. Final Departure.

Cost Includes

All pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic flights are provided as per the itinerary (Airport-Hotel-Airport and trip pick-up and drop-off).
4 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast plan. (2 nights before and 2 nights after the climbing.)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Domestic flight ticket: Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu or Ramechhap–Lukla–Ramechhap for members and climbing guide, including airport taxes and cargo fees.
Toyota Hiace or, tourist Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Ramechhap/Kathmandu if the flight is scheduled.
Jeep or, Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Surke/Kathmandu for Cook and all kitchen teams.
Mera and Island Peak Climbing Permit. (Mera and Imja Tse)
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality and Sagarmatha National Park entrance permit fees.
Garbage Deposit and Shipment Charges.
3 Major meals; B/L/D (by Teahouse Lodge menu) and accommodation at best available teahouse lodge and tented camp at base camp during the trekking/climbing en-route.
1 Professional equipped English speaking H. A. Climbing guide. (1 Guide sharing between 1-4 climbing members).
Equipments allowance and daily wages for the H. A. Climbing guide.
Necessary Porters to carry member luggage and climbing equipments. (1 Porter between 2 climbing member).
Equipments allowance, daily wages of base camp Cook, kitchen helpers and porters.
Helicopter rescue coverage, medical expenses, accident insurance for the H. A. Climbing guide.
Per member 15 Kg. luggage allow in the trek and climbing.
Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages
Technical Climbing Gears: High Tent, Snow bars, Rock Pitons, Shovel, EPI Gas, Gas Burner, enough Korean Rope and high food.
First Aid Medical Kit Box in trekking and at Base Camp.
Walkie-talkies will be provided for communication between Base Camp and the summit, depending on the size of the group.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Mt. Mera and Island Peak summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
Nepal government official taxes and company service charge.