Mera Peak: A Journey of a Lifetime
Mera Peak is beginner friendly and easy trekking peak in Everest region of Nepal
Mera Peak is adventurous and beginner friendly peak in Everest Region. It is suitable for those who wants to begin their journey in field of adventure. Beautiful mountains views including five 8000 meter high peaks can be viewed on the way to this peak. Mt. Everest, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho-Oyu and Mt. Kanchenjunga are major peak of the region. In addition there are number of other peak which can be view on the trail. Mera peak is 6476 m high.
Highlights of the trip
Easy trekking peak
Everest region
Adventure of climbing 6,476 m peak
Amazing mountain view and nature of Khumbu region
Local people and their lifestyle and culture
Old monastries
Mera Peak lies in Khumbu region Nepal. It stands 6,476 m high. It is the highest trekking peak of Nepal. It is suitable for those who wants to begin their journey in field of adventure. Mera has three main summits; Mera North 6476m, Mera Mid/Central 6461m and Mera South 6065m. Mera North is standard summit for the Mera peak.
This peak is a non-technical peak and can be easily climbed under the guidance of experienced climbing guide. But physical fitness is required to complete the trip. It is physically strenuous to summit the peak.
In the route to Mera, tourists goes remote and untouched Hongu and Hinku valleys of the Khumbu region. This trip provides stunning view of five 8000 meters peaks. Mt. Everest, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho-Oyu and Mt. Kanchenjunga. In addition, there are numbers of other peaks that can be seen. Culture is another aspect of the trip. Main residents of the region are Sherpa, who are known for their success in mountaineering field. The culture and lifestyle of local people is quite interesting to outsider.
Arrival in Kathmandu and pick up and transfer to hotel by office representative. Hang around Thamel on availability of time. Acquire and prepare necessary gear for the trip. Short briefing in evening with welcome dinner.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel
From Kathmandu, flight to Lukla is amazing experience. Flight provides amazing view of mountains and hilly region filled with dense green forest. Small airstrip in hill provides unusual experience. From Lukla, you will head Chutanga. Stay overnight in Chutanga.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
After some gradual ascend, we will reach steep uphill climb. We will cross Zatrwa La Pass today which is at height of 4600m. From top, the view of many peaks can be seen. Kongdi Ri, Karyolang Peak, Number Himal, Lumding Himal and many more can be viewed. The trail passes through number of herds of yak that are grazing in pasture lands. We will stay in a tea house at Tuli Kharka.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
It is a gradually uphill and downhill trek. The trail goes through dense forest of high altitude trees like Pines, Oaks, and Rhododendrons. On the way, we will reach beautiful Hinku Valley and also offer first view of Mera Peak. We will follow Hinku river banks to reach Kothe.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
The trail moves to Gondishung which follows the ridge of the Hinku River. Along the trail we will see monastery built around cave known as Lungsumgba Gompa. It is 200 years old and important Buddhist monument of the region. We will stay in a teahouse at Thangnak.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
Today will be difficult walk because of steep moraine trails. It is a lateral moraine moving towards Hinku Nup and Shar Glaciers. It is uphill steep climbs which makes in difficult in high altitude. The view of Mera Peak become closer.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
Acclimatization is very important in altitude. It is best to rejuvenate body to climb further in altitude. You can rest and enjoy view of mountains of surrounding
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
We will ascend slowly and gradually. Although non-technical, it takes physical ability for person to reach high camp. We will climb the crest of the moraine and climb steep slope of snow to reach the bolder below the Mera Glacier. You can view stunning five 8000 meters peaks. Mt. Everest, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho-Oyu and Mt. Kanchenjunga from here and other few peaks like Mt. Barunste, Mt. Gaurishankar and Chamlang.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp
This day will be highest point in the trip by reaching 6476 meters. We will start ascend the early morning and climb down.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
We trace back the same route as we ascend.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
We trace back the same route as we ascend.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
We trace back the same route as we ascend.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
We trace back the same route as we ascend.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse
On arrival to Kathmandu, Sherpa Khangri representative will transfer you back to the Hotel. It will be free day. In evening, dinner with cultural dance will be arranged to celebrate the trip.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel
Journey with us end here. Office representative will take you to International airport for final departure as per schedule requirement.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel