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Mera Peak Trekking and Climbing

Overview

Mera PeakEBC Trek and Island Peak Climbing is the highest trekking peak towering to 6,476m, in Nepal. It stands to the south of Mount Everest and dominates the watershed between the heavily wooded valleys of the Hinku and Hongu Drankas. The view from the summit is one of the finest in the Himalaya with five 8000m peaks visible: Everest, Lhotse, Cho oyu, Makalu and Kanchenjunga. Mera peak trekking and Climbing trail starts by walking east from Lukla, working it’s way through the area of Barun National Park. Here, we trek through the terrace landscape of the eastern remote Nepalese foothills, passing blue pine, rhododendron and small Sherpa villages to reach Mera base camp. After summitting Mera the trek offers the option of returning on the same trail back or by a different route, depending on your available time. Mera peak has an alpine difficulty grade. It is suited to aspirational climbers or to highly experienced trekkers with a high level of fitness. It is a physically demanding ‘snow trek’ with straight forward climbing.

As with all our treks including Mera peak trekking and Climbing, we can be flexible with the itinerary and can adjust many details according to your time, availability and special interests.

Highlights

One of the highest trekking peak with stunning Himalayan scenery
Properly planned route that provides the best acclimatization
Highly experienced qualified guide and Climbing Sherpas in the team
Mountain guest house accommodation on the trail with extra 1 night camping

 

Updated flight operation from Ramechhap, Manthali Airport to Lukla

Owing to the heavy volume of both local and international flights at Kathmandu Airport. Flying delay in order to avoid air traffic. All flights to the Everest region Lukla during the main trekking season (October to December, March to May) now originate from Ramechhap Manthali airport, which is situated 130 km (approximately 5.5 hours) east of Kathmandu. One day in advance, we transport all of our trekkers with guides to Ramechhap Manthali; those flying to Lukla airport for the Everest region trek.

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival at Tribhuvan International airport Kathmandu. Pick up by Sherpa Brothers treks representative, transfer to hotel check in and welcome drink from receptionist. Rest and briefing about trip. In the evening welcome dinner offer from Sherpa Brothers treks at typical Nepalese cultural restaurant, O/N in hotel with bed and breakfast

Day 2 : After breakfast trip preparation and shopping for the trip. Same day drive to Manthali Ramechhap (540m / 1772ft), O/N in Lodge with bed and breakfast

Day 3 : Fly to Lukla, trek to Paiya (Chutok) [2,800m/9,187ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 5-6 hours

Day 4 : Paiya to Panggom [2,846m/9,338ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 5-6 hours

Day 5 : Panggom to Ningsow [2,863m/9,394ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 4-5 hours

Day 6 : Ningsow to Chhatra Khola [2,800m/9,187ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 7-8 hours

Day 7 : Chhatra Khola to Kothe [3,691m/12,110ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 6- 7 hours

Day 8 : Kote to Thangnak [4,200m / 13,781ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 6- 7 hours

Day 9 : Thagnak to Khare [4,900m / 16,078ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 6-7 hours

Day 10 : Acclimatization at Khare and pre climb training [5,045m/16,553ft], for 3 hours

Day 11 : Khare to Mera la [5,400m / 17,719ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 6 hours

Day 12 : Mera la to Mera high camp [5,800m / 19,032ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 5 hours

Day 13 : Summit day of Mera Peak top (6,476m / 21,250ft] and trek back to Khare, O/N in tea house : Approx 8 hours

Day 14 : Khare to Kote [3,600m / 11,813ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 7 hours

Day 15 : Kote to Chhatra buk [4,200m / 13,781ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 7 hours

Day 16 : Chhatra buk to Lukla trek ends [2,810m / 9,220ft], O/N in tea house : Approx 7 hours

Day 17 : After having early morning breakfast, flight to Kathmandu. Rest, free time and last minute shopping in Kathmandu, O/N in hotel with bed and breakfas

Day 18 : Extra day for mountain weather contingency

Day 19 : Final departure; as per your flight time, pick up from hotel and drop 3 hour earlier to international airport for home departure

Services Includes

    • Accommodation and 3 times meal during 15 days Mera peak climbing period
    • Professional and experience license holder trekking guide salary and insurance
    • Porter salary, equipment and insurance
    • Airfare to Lukla and back to Kathmandu with guide
    • standard 3 star category hotel with deluxe bb in Kathmandu for 4 nights or Extra 2 days for weather contingency
    • Barun National park permit
    • Transport for airport receive and departure
    • Trip route map
    • Mera peak permit
    • License holder professional and experience climbing guide salary, insurance
    • 3 days tent accommodation and food during the climbing
    • Fix rope + snow bar
    • Warm sleeping bag + mattress
    • Welcome dinner in Kathmandu

Services Excludes

    • Personal nature expense such as WIFI internet,  data pack, telephone calls, bar and beverage bills bottled drinks including (cold drinks and mineral water/boiled water, laundry)
    • Personal insurance
    • Personal climbing equipment’s
    • Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu
    • Unforeseen accidental rescue
    • Days beyond the itinerary
    • Extra day at base camp because of change in weather
    • Gratitude to staff

Map

Additional Information

This trip requires more physical effort and includes adventure. The hardest part of the journey is the hours of typical walking on pebble rocky terrain, ice ridge and climbing to the peak, 6,476 m. To climb this peak, one needs to be physically fit, have at least 5000 m of altitude trekking experience, and have a basic understanding of climbing techniques. Participants must inform us of any pre-existing medical conditions or problems at the time of registration

Accommodation and Food

In Kathmandu: 3 star Deluxe hotel with bed and breakfast on twin sharing.

On Trek: 11 days standard twin sharing mountain tea house accommodation and food on full board. The tea houses along the trekking route provide basic but comfortable accommodations, with twin sharing rooms available. These tea houses also offer a variety of delicious home cooked meals to keep you energized throughout the day, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Additionally, you can enjoy hot drinks such as tea or coffee to warm up after a long day of trekking.

During climbing period : 2 nights tented accommodation and food on full board. (Breakfast, lunch, dinner and tea/ coffee, all hot drinks and cold tang juice including hot chocolate at base camp.

Travel Insurance

Sherpa Brothers Treks Expedition Pvt. Ltd. take every care to make our treks safe and enjoyable. All our routes are scouted to ensure the trails are safe and the facilities along route are of an acceptable standard. In addition, we have vast experience of trekking at altitude and are trained to deal with Acute Altitude Sickness. However, due to terrain, weather and altitude, risk is not always predictable in the Himalaya. To ensure you have a worry free time with us, personal travel insurance is essential to cover the cost of unforeseen accident, illness or rescue. The costs involved can be large and personally overwhelming in the unlikely event of accident or injury.
All Nepalese staff, guides and porters employed by Sherpa Brothers Pvt. Ltd. are covered locally but we regret that we cannot offer insurance for our clients.

When is the best time to do Mera Peak Climbing 

While the best times to go Mera Peak Climbing and trekking are in the spring (March – May) and autumn (October – Mid December).

What aircraft can I travel in, and how much weight is allowed ?

The aircraft that is being flown to Luka airport is a Twin Otter and Dornier with twin engine, and it can accommodate up to 18 passengers including crew members. Your passenger ticket to Lukla has a maximum weight limit of 15 kg. Ten kilograms of checked baggage and five kilograms of hand luggage are permitted. If you have and need to weigh more than the amounts mentioned above, an additional $12 kg will be charged.

Required gears check list

Having the right gear ensures that you are prepared for adventure and all challenges or emergencies that may arise during your mountain adventures. From proper clothing and footwear to essential tools and safety equipment, your gear provides the necessary support and protection needed to navigate through rugged terrains and unpredictable weather conditions.

Below we present you a basic complete packing list suitable for this trip.

Hiking gears

Day bag 1 – A porter will carry your primary gear in duffel bag (up to 12kg per trekker). You’ll need to bring your own daypack. 30–35L is adequate.

Dry Bag 1 – This protects your bag and clothing from potential moisture, wet object and rain.

Walking pole 1 – ( if necessary) Trekking poles can decrease the impact on your joints. They are excellent for knees while going down. We recommend adjustable Black Diamond trekking poles.

Water bottle or camel bag 1 – Capacity to carry 3 litre of water. Options: 2 x 1.5 litre wide mouth nalgene bottles or 2 litre platypus + 1 litre water bottle.

Head light 1 – You will need a headlamp with a good light output for any late-night restroom trips, as well as importantly for Mera Peak summit day. Petzl make renowned and affordable headlamps.

Knife / Multi tools – 1

Cloth and body wear

Down jacket 1 – You’ll need this for the Mera peak summit as well as in the evenings at lodge camp when you’re tired, you feel the cold a lot more.

Sleeping bag 1 – rated 0°F, -20°F.

Light or medium wight warm hiking trouser 2 – an option of convertible trousers.

For the colder parts of the trek you’ll need good winter hiking pants – just make sure they are breathable.

Warm liner 1 – For extra warmth in sleeping bag

Warm sun hats 1 – lot of heat is lost through your head, so be sure to get a warm thermal hat as well as one that protects your neck from the harsh rays of the sun.

Fleece / jacket and pants 1 – Modern technical fleeces (such as Polartec) make excellent insulation layers

Windproof jacket and Pants 1 – pants with full-length zips make getting them on and off quick and easy

Long and half sleeve hiking shirt 3 – As per your body size lightweight, moisture wicking long and short sleeved shirts

Buff for (neck and head) – 1

Walking boot 1 – We recommend light- to mid-weight waterproof boots with good ankle support for trekking. You need full-mountaineering boot for climbing.

Gloves / mittens 2 – For the cold nights and for the Mera peak summit morning we recommend heavyweight, insulated, preferably water resistant gloves.

Warm hiking socks (wool / synthetic) – 3-4, pairs of outer socks and 2-3 pairs of liner socks. We also recommend bringing 1 x thick thermal socks for Kalapathar and Island peak summit morning.

Gaiter 1 – Help keep your trousers clean in dusty, wet and muddy trail conditions

Flip flap/ Sandal 1 – To wear around after a day’s trek we recommend bringing a pair of sandals

Sun protection, health hygiene and water

Sun cream 1 – SPF 40+ Sunscreen is very important as the sun’s rays are much stronger at altitude.

Sun glass 2 – (incase of one broke) choose high UV protection glasses of any brand as sun intensity after Namche is very high.

Sun hat 1 – if possible go for a hat that is wide-brimmed for protection, and has a neck cover if you aren’t going to be wearing a neck gaiter

Lip guard 1 – To keep your lip moisturized in dry air and the stronger sun ray.

Anti Bacterial Wipes 2 – You won’t be showering at altitude and base camp , so anti-bacterial ‘wet wipes’ are a good way of maintaining personal hygiene.

Hand gel or Sanitizer 1 – Any travel to remote mountain places comes with a risk of gastro-intestinal trouble. Different foods, sub-standard hygiene, and exposure to bacteria and viruses can cause stomach problems. Always use anti-bacterial gel or wipes on your hands, especially before eating.

Tooth brush – 1

Face wash soap – 1

Towel – 1

Electrolyte/Sports drink powdered formula for adding to your water Water can get pretty boring, so it’s a good idea to bring along an electrolyte formula that’s flavored to your liking.

Snacks energy bars of your preference – plan for 2-4 per day Snacks such as energy bars, trail mix, and candy can help give you a quick energy boost while on the trail. Just avoid anything with caffeine in it.

Ear plugs – For light sleepers. Snoring travels in quiet high altitude lodges

Prescription medicine

Water purifier tablet / lightweight pen filter

Toilet paper – Bring two rolls of toilet paper, one to keep in your daypack for use on the trail, and one in your duffel for use at tea house camp. Taking the cardboard center out makes it easier to transport.

Menstrual product for her

Diamox (if using)

Blister plasters – different shapes and sizes

Antibiotic cream or ointment

Hairbrush/comb

Foot powder

Nail cutter

Personal belonging items

Passport

Cash Visa / credit card

Cell phone

Power bank backup and charger – The standard voltage of electricity in Nepal is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. You can use your electric or electronic appliances in Nepal without a voltage converter.

Camera / Gopro

Gears we provide in a cost:

Cooking gas & stove

Rock pitton

Tape Sling

Fixed rope and snow bar

Cooking Pot and Kitchen equipment

Good quality two men sleeping tent at base camp

Sleeping bag

Mattress form

Sherpa Brothers office bag for packing daily trip gear this will be carried by our porters

Particular area trekking map

(Personal climbing equipment) need to bring or can hire in Kathmandu:

Dynamic rope

Jumar

Crampons

Carapina

Finger Eight

Thermos for hot water

Ice Axe

Main rope

Good quality Climbing equipment set such as full mountaineering Climbing boot, upper/ lower body protection cloth set, cold resistance anti frostbite hand and feet wear shocks, gloves, hat, snow Goggles, Headlight

Reservation cancellations policy

There will be no fees associated with cancellations made more than 45 days prior to departure.
A penalty of 30% of the total trip cost will apply for cancellations made between 30 and 44 days prior to departure.
60% of the total trip cost will be lost for cancellations made between 15 and 29 days prior to departure.
If a cancellation is made 14 days prior to departure, there will be no reimbursement.

Additional specifications
When making your reservation, please let us know about any special needs you may have so that we can make responsible efforts to accommodate your requests and special requirements, as long as the locations and resources allow.

Tour Cost & Schedule

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Trip Facts

  • GradeTrip Grade :   High Altitude
  • Duration Trip Durations :  18 Days From Kathmandu
  • Point Highest Point :  6,654m / 21,727ft
  • Season Best Season :  Sep, Oct, Nov - Mar to May
  • Meal Plan Meal Plan : Breakfast in Kathmandu and Full board on Trek

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