Overview

Peak Climbing is a journey to the top of the Mera Peak (6461m), situated in the Makalu Barun National Park. The peak climbing trip serves as a practice for mountaineers seeking to climb other higher mountains.

The main attraction of Mera Peak climbing is the panoramic view of Mount Everest (8848 m), Mount Kanchenjunga (8586 m), Mount Lhotse (8414 m) Mount Makalu (8463 m), and Mount Cho Oyu (8188 m).

Mera peak climbing tour offers you the opportunity to climb the highest trekking peak in Nepal. Furthermore, the trip also explores culturally rich Sherpa villages. Likewise, their lifestyle, culture, and traditions are also unique and special.

You get stunning views of many snowcapped mountains including Mount Everest (8848m), Makalu (8463m), Lhotse (8414m), and many more.

The journey begins with a flight to Lukla followed by a trek to Paiya. Next, you’ll trek to Panggom via Kari La Pass (3145m). Then, you’ll head to Ningsow with a slow decrease in altitude.

From Ningsow, you trek through the steep inclined trail up to Ramailo Danda. Next, you’ll head to Kothe and continue to Thangnak. As you head to Khare, the trail is fairly easy but the altitude poses a challenge.

Soon, you’ll trek to high camp and climb to the summit the next day and return to Khare. Then, you return to Lukla passing Kothe, Thuli Kharka, and Zatrwa La Pass (4610m). Thereafter, a scenic flight to Kathmandu concludes the journey.

Highlights

  • Delve deep into the lifestyle and culture of the Sherpa people
  • Cross high passes and glacial faces on the trip
  • Witness wonderful mountain views of Mount Everest (8848m), Makalu (8586m), and many others
  • Climb one of the most famous peak climbing destinations in Nepal

Itinerary

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Day 1:Arrival in Kathmandu

Welcome to Kathmandu! Our company representatives will be awaiting your arrival. They will take you to your hotel where you can rest. You can also go exploring around the city for souvenir shopping or taste Nepali cuisine.

  • Accommodation 3-star Hotel
  • MealsWelcome Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude1300m

Over the next two days, you will meet with our climbing leaders and trek guides. We will conduct a checklist for your equipment. We will also let you know if any equipment needs replacing or adding. We also make necessary preparations to process your trekking and climbing permits over these two days. You may also meet with other climbing participants of the expedition. Get to know each other as you will be treading the great mountains together.

  • Accommodation 3-star Hotel
  • MealsBreakfast
  • Maximum Altitude1300m

We will pick you up early in the morning for your flight to Lukla. The flight to Lukla is breathtaking and, over the course of 40 minutes, you will witness some of the highest mountains in the world. After landing, we will walk along with the lush jungles crossing the Handi River to arrive at Surke village. Follow the trail south to the Chutok La Pass (2860m) to descend to Paiya (Chutok).

  • Accommodation Guest House, Lodge
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude2730m

We continue along the Dudh Koshi valley where the first stretch is a descent to reach a bridge. The trail is laden with Rhododendron and Bamboo trees. We continue on this trail and head to the top of the Kari La Pass (3165m). We cross the pass and trek along the Dudh Koshi River valley to Panggom.

  • Accommodation Guest House, Lodge
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude2846m

We will be crossing our third pass on the trek: the Panggom La Pass. We ascend steadily and turn northwards. From here on, we pass the hilly landscapes traversing along the hillsides and atop ridges. The trek today will give us the first proper glimpses of Mera Peak (6461m) and Naulekh peak ranges. After crossing the Panggom Pass, it will be mostly a descent along the Peseng Khola to Ningsow.

  • Accommodation Guest House, Lodge
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude2863m

We will begin trekking after breakfast with the views of Mera Peak (6461m) and Salpa Danda. We trek along this relatively level trail through the Rhododendron and bamboo forests. We will also be entering the Makalu Barun National Park today and you may even see some rare animals, like the Red panda with luck on your side. We will be camping by the pristine Chhetra Khola. 

  • Accommodation Guest House, Lodge
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude2800m

We follow the Chhetra Khola and then the Majang Khola after a junction. From here, we will be heading northwards to Mera Peak (6461m) alongside the Hinku Khola. As we trek ahead, the views of the Hinku Valley get more beautiful. The trail will lead to Tashing Ongma, which has seasonal tea shops. We will continue to Kothe after crossing the Sanu Khola.  

  • Accommodation Guest House, Lodge
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude3691m

We will trek for about 3-4 hours along the west bank of the Hinku river with the views of Kusum Khangkaru (6367m), Mera Peak (6461m), and Charpate Himal ranges. We will arrive at Gordishung and continue to the Lungsumgba Gompa. The monastery is said to be 200 years old and sits prettily on the base of a big rock. Leaving the monastery, we will head to Thaknak. 

  • Accommodation Guest House, Lodge
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude4358m

It is a short trek from Thaknak to Khare. However, we need to take it slow as we will be trekking tricky glacial moraines at high altitudes. We follow the Charpate Himal Glacier to Dig Kharka with the views of Charpate Himal. Further ahead is a junction with Hinku Nup and Shar glaciers which climbs up to Khare. 

  • Accommodation Guest House, Lodge
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude5045m

The trail heads along the Mera glacier-studded with large boulders and smaller loose rocks. The glacier also has some cracks and crevasses which need careful navigation. We will need to set up camp here. Moreover, the High Camp offers clear views of Mount Everest (8848m), Lhotse Shar (8393m), Makalu (8485m), and Cho Oyu (8201m). Get a good rest as we will need to wake up very early the next morning. 

  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude5780m

We wake up before dawn and check and prep our equipment then continue along the Mera Glacier. The route is still full of crevasses and tricky sections. We will follow the trail which narrows up into an icy ridge and climbs all the way to the summit. The top of the peak gives enchanting views of the surrounding mountains. On clear days you get unobstructed views of nearby mountains such as Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8485m), Baruntse (7152m), Nuptse (7861m), and Chamlang (7312m). Next, we retrace our steps to the High Camp and then to Khare. 

  • Accommodation Camping
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude6461m

After breakfast, we retrace our steps back. We will first head back down to Thangnak on a continuous descent. From Thaknak, we further descend to Kothe to spend the night. The trail will mostly consist of glacial moraines and scarce alpine vegetation. Following the stone steps, we head south for the final part of the trek.

  • Accommodation Guest House, Lodge
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude3691m

After breakfast, we will begin the trek along the open hill slopes. Our route will meander along the hillsides and follow and cross the many branches of the Inkhu Khola. We will arrive at a junction near the village of Taktho. From here on, we take the right trail which will descend. The final section of the trip will have us ascending to Thuli Kharka. 

  • Accommodation Guest House, Lodge
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude4300m

Today is the last day of the trek where we will descend to Lukla. However, we will need to cross over the Zatrwa La pass (4610m) first. The top of the pass provides us wonderful views of the Dudh Koshi valley and mountains in Cho Oyu, Kongde Ri, and Numbur Himal ranges. We will descend first to the village of Chutang before moving to Lukla. We can enjoy the evening in Lukla with a hearty whole meal and drinks.

  • Accommodation Guest House, Lodge
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Maximum Altitude4610m

We take an early morning flight from Lukla. As you bid your final goodbyes to the Himalayas, you land in Kathmandu. After landing in Kathmandu, a company representative will pick you up and drop you off at the hotel. The day back in Kathmandu can be spent resting or exploring any points of interest you have. Just be sure to attend the farewell dinner we host for you.

  • Accommodation 3-star Hotel
  • MealsBreakfast
  • Maximum Altitude1300m

We bid you farewell with the best of wishes. Do not forget to bid your proper goodbyes to your fellow travelers and Mera peak expeditioners. A company representative will come to pick you up at your hotel and drop you off at the airport to head home.

  • MealsBreakfast

Cost Details

  • Pickup and drop at Airport
  • Hotel stay in Kathmandu as per itinerary
  • Full Board Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trekking period
  • Air fair for Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu
  • Best available accommodations during the trek
  • A government license holder guide
  • Porter to carry your baggage
  • A government license Holder Climbing guide
  • All necessary group climbing equipment like fixed rope, ladder, etc.
  • Mera peak climbing permit
  • Climbing map
  • Certificate of Appreciation
  • Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, and local tax for guides and porters
  • Ground Transportation Charge as per itinerary
  • TIMS card(Trekker’s Information Management System)
  • First Aid Kit
  • Entry Fees wherever required
  • Trekking Permits needed for Restricted Area Trekking
  • All government taxes and service charges
  • Farewell dinner prior to departure
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Personal trekking and climbing Equipment
  • Travel insurance
  • Nepal Entry Visa Fee
  • International Airfare and Airport Departure Tax
  • Tips for trekking staffs
  • Drinks (hot/soft/cold) and liquors
  • Personal shopping and laundry, Personal trekking equipment, Gifts, and souvenirs
  • All items not listed in Cost included the section

Useful Info

Autumn and spring seasons offer beautiful views and are ideal for the Mera Peak Climbing. These seasons have perfect weather conditions and a pleasant environment to undertake the journey. The trip is fairly easy considering it is peak climbing but, can be difficult for ordinary individuals. Thus, any prior peak climbing or trekking experience can be helpful on the trip. Likewise, climbers should be physically fit and well-equipped.

We, Eternal Himalaya, have been serving travelers for many years. We offer many trip packages for travelers who want to explore the Himalayas. Similarly, we also have excellent transportation and accommodation services. Moreover, our guides and porters are experienced, certified, and highly skilled.