About this experience
Mera Peak (6,476m) is the highest trekking peak listed under the Nepal Mountaineering Association. It is one of the most popular trekking peaks and is a peak to learn basic mountaineering skills before attempting big mountains. The ascent of the Mera peak does not require as much technical expertise in comparison to peaks such as Lobuje Peak, Chulu West, Chulu East, and Mt. Amadablam, etc. The view of Nepal's Himalayan range from the summit of Mera peak is incredible. In order to reach the summit of Mera peak, you must be physically fit and thoroughly acclimatized to the mountain climate.
Hightlights
Develop altitude experience, and build a foundation for big mountains, and ultimate goal to summit Island Peak.
Challenging walk over Cho-La Pass (5,330m)
Climbing on Gokyo-RI (5,360m)
Snow Lake ”Gokyo Lake”
At a glance
- Duration: 480 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 480 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Most of our trekking peaks are over 6,000m; therefore we count it as a tough trip. Your tough level of fitness is really important for this trek. So we strongly suggest preparing yourself for good physical fitness level. You do not need to be an athlete but a good level of overall fitness is essential. Being fit will certainly improve your chances of reaching your chosen summit. As an indication, you should be able to walk 8 km / 5 miles with a maximum height gain of 800m / 2,000ft with a 10kg rucksack in 5 hours or less. In order to get ready for this challenge, you need to be trained at least for about 4 to 6 months to prepare yourself as a strong candidate. You can go to the fitness center every morning for about 2 hours, do hiking every weekend with increasing weights on your pack (i.e. 7kg, 10kg, 13 kg, 16kg and up to 20kg). Manage some time for cycling for a couple of hours for 3 or 4 times a week. However, during climbing, there might be little symptoms of altitude illness like mild headache, fatigue, etc. but take it as normal and just drink a lot of water (4 – 5 liters) every day. On this trek, you need to be able to hike 6 – 10 hours over hilly terrain up to 6,000m of altitude with a daypack.
What is included
- IslandPeak Climbing Permit / Conservation/National park fees and all govt. taxes
- All meals quality and hygienic (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- 4 (four) nights 3 star hotel accommodation on twin sharing BB basis
- High attitude individual packed food for climbing period
- Equipment for porters \ Half day guided city tours \ Group celebration dinner
- Group first aid kit with Oxygen set / Insurance of all local team members
- All necessary climbing hardware gears including climbing ropes
- Light camping equipment with high altitude tent | EPI gases with stove for high camp cooking purpose
- Climbing Sherpa’s wages, climbing bonus & allowances etc / Required number of porters
- All airport/hotel/airport transfers by private vehicles / Climbing Sherpa Guide on 1:3 ratios
- All drinks (tea, coffee, hot chocolate, treated drinking water)
- All internal flight cost with airport departure tax
Not included
- International departure taxes \ Personal trek& climbing gears \ Personal Climbing Sherpa
- Medical/personal high risk insurance, (must cover emergency evacuation cost)
- Major meals in Kathmandu \ Bottle water, boiled water, soft drinks, beers \ Tips to the local staff
- Cost of personal expenses i.e. telephone calls, laundry, Toiletry items etc
Itinerary and highlights
Day 1 Arrive in Kathmandu, Transfer to Hotel and briefing+
Day 2 Tours in KTM, gear checking and fitting and packing+
Day 3 Fly to Lukla begin trek Puiyan/ Paiya (2,780m) 3-4hrs+
Day 4 Trek toPangom/ Pangkoma(2,800m) 5-6hrs+
Day 5 Trek Niumso/ Nigmsa (2,600m) 4-5hrs+
Day 6 Strenuous trek ChetraTenga forest camp (3,400m) 7hrs+
Day 7 Moderately strenuous trek to Khote (3,580m) 6hrs+
Day 8 Trek to Tagnag (4,356m) 5-6hrs+
Day 9 Acclimatization: Kusum Kanguru-Ri (5,100)+
Day 10 Trek to Khare (5,045m), 5hrs+
Day 11 Short steep walk to Mera La Camp (5,415m) 3-4hrs, Equipment checking and pre
climbing training, Stay at Khare+
Day 12 Climb to HC High Camp (5,780m) 6-7hrs+
Day 13 Summit day back to Khare (5,415m) 8-9hrs+
Day 14 Spare summit day, Khare (5045m)+
Day 15 Trek to Khote (4,180m) 5-6hrs+
Day 16 Trek to Tulli-Kharka/ ThuliKharka (4000m) 5-6hrs+
Day 17 Trek over Zatra La pass & down Lukla (2800m) 6-7hrs+
Day 18 Fly to Ktm by early morning flight 40min+
Day 19 Free day in Kathmandu & celebration dinner at night+
Day 20 Final departure to home+
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Languages and tickets
- hi — Guide
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Dream Himalaya Adventures Pvt Ltd
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Most of our trekking peaks are over 6,000m; therefore we count it as a tough trip. Your tough level of fitness is really important for this trek. So we strongly suggest preparing yourself for good physical fitness level. You do not need to be an athlete but a good level of overall fitness is essential. Being fit will certainly improve your chances of reaching your chosen summit. As an indication, you should be able to walk 8 km / 5 miles with a maximum height gain of 800m / 2,000ft with a 10kg rucksack in 5 hours or less. In order to get ready for this challenge, you need to be trained at least for about 4 to 6 months to prepare yourself as a strong candidate. You can go to the fitness center every morning for about 2 hours, do hiking every weekend with increasing weights on your pack (i.e. 7kg, 10kg, 13 kg, 16kg and up to 20kg). Manage some time for cycling for a couple of hours for 3 or 4 times a week. However, during climbing, there might be little symptoms of altitude illness like mild headache, fatigue, etc. but take it as normal and just drink a lot of water (4 – 5 liters) every day. On this trek, you need to be able to hike 6 – 10 hours over hilly terrain up to 6,000m of altitude with a daypack.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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