Mera Peak Climbing
12 Days
Challenging
6476 m
Teahouse/Lodge
Bus/Car
1-10
Autumn, Spring
Mera Peak Climbing Overview
Mera Peak Climbing is the ultimate adventure. The mountain is fantastic and the views from the top are spectacular. Mera peak is a mountain peak in the Mahalangur section and Barun sub-section, which is located in the Sagarmatha Zone. The height of the Mera peak is 6476m and is the highest trekking peak in Nepal.
There are altogether 3 peaks in Mera, Mera North (6476m), Mera south (6065m), and Mera central (6461m). The first ascent of Mera Central was made on May 20, 1953, by Col. Jimmy Roberts and Sen Tenzing. Since then, Mera peak is one of the most climbed and definitely a popular peak. Mera peak falls under the protection of Makalu Barun and Sagarmatha National Park.
The trail to Mera peak comes across varieties of flora and fauna. Flora like Rhododendrons, Juniper, fir, Himalayan birch, etc, and faunas like snow leopards, snowcock, bearded vultures, etc make the trail wonderful. You also get to see many Sherpa villages, lush forests, suspension bridges, monasteries, and ancient Gompas. There is a stunning view of Mt Kanchenjunga, Mt Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Makalu from its summit.
Mera Peak’s climbing path combines mountaineering and trekking to reach the summit. The climb begins at the village of Lukla, and the ascent to the top calls for some fundamental mountaineering abilities, such as the use of ropes, crampons, and ice axes. Although the climb is not technically difficult, it does call for a high level of physical preparedness and acclimatization due to the summit’s elevation of 6,476 meters (21,247 feet).
Mera Peak Climbing is not as technical or challenging as other peaks in Nepal. It is quite straightforward, still, the altitude and temperature can be a major problem. It is essential to complete some basic mountaineering training and have prior high-altitude trekking experience as part of your preparation. Additionally, it’s crucial to have the right clothing and equipment, such as thermal layers, waterproof outerwear, and high-altitude gear.
Highlights of Mera Peak Climbing
- Stunning views of Mt Kanchenjunga, Mt Everest, and Mt Lhotse.
- Explore the beautiful Hinku valley
- Climb Nepal’s highest peak
- Basic mountaineering training and prior high-altitude trekking experience
- Enjoy the warm welcome and pleasant greetings of the Sherpa community
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1- Kathmandu- Lukla-Chhuthang, 30 minutes flight, 4-5 hours walk
- Day 2- Chhuthang- Tuli Kharka, 5-6 hours walk
- Day 3- Tuli Kharka- Kothe, 6-7 hours walk
- Day 4- Kothe- Thangnak, 4-5 hours walk
- Day 5- Thangnak-Khare, 5-6 hours walk
- Day 6- Khare- Mera base camp, 3-4 hours walk
- Day 7- Mera base camp- High camp, 3-4 hours walk
- Day 8- High camp- Mera peak, back to Khare, 9-10 hours walk
- Day 9- Khare- Kothe,5-6 hours walk
- Day 10- Kothe-Tuli Kharka, 5-6 hours walk
- Day 11- Tuli Kharka- Lukla, 6-7 hours walk
- Day 12- Lukla-Kathmandu, 30 minutes.
Trip Map
Difficulties of Mera peak
Mera peak is comparatively an easier peak. However, it doesn’t mean it comes without challenges. The road to Mera peak base camp is rough, steep, and can be snowy. The trail above the base camp is more challenging.
The extreme temperature and altitude can be a serious problem if you don’t apply the necessary precaution. Any peak climbing requires concentration, focus, patience, and knowledge. Physical and mental stability is the most important factor.
Physical fitness can be built by running, jogging, and doing some light exercise before starting your trek. It is relieving to know that Mera peak is an easy one and good for beginners or someone without experience.
With the average walking hour of 4-5 per day and overnight camping, risk of altitude sickness, combining all these facts, the trek and climb to Mera peak can be moderately difficult.
Symptoms of Mountain sickness
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Loss of appetite
- Shortness of breath
- Fast heartbeats
Preventing mountain sickness
- Walk slow
- Stay hydrated
- Have nutritional food
- Have enough rest
- Avoid smoking and alcohol
Medicines for mountain sickness
- Acetazolamide
- Ibuprofen, paracetamol (for headache)
- Promethazine (for nausea)
Peak climbing Equipment List
Travel Documents | Hands |
Valid Passport | Thin Fleece Gloves (2 Pairs) |
Credit/Debit Card | Wind Stopper / Screen Tap Gloves (2 Pairs) |
pP Size Photo (4 Pieces) | Heavy Gloves (Guide Gloves) |
Insurance Paper And Contact Address | Summit Gloves – 8000m. |
Foot Wear | Sleeping Bags |
Summit Boot – 8000m. (Kailas / Lasportiva / Millet ) | Sleeping Bag -20OC to -30OC |
Climbing Boot – 6000m. (Kailas / Lasportiva / Millet) | Down Sleeping Bag -40OC (Extreme Comfort) |
Normal Socks (5-8 Pairs) | Thermarest Mattress (Cell Foam) |
Summit Socks/6000 m. Socks (2 Pairs) | Down Mattress (Inflatable) |
Trekking Shoes (Gore-Tex) | Sleeping Bag Liner |
Light Trekking/Sports Shoes | Inflatable Pillow |
Camp Booties (1 Pair) | Climbing Equipment |
Slipper (1 Pair) | Climbing Helmet |
Upper Body | Summit Down Suit – 8000m. |
Thermal Top Base Layer (2-3 Pcs) | Ice Axe with Spike & Axe Protector Harness |
Fleece Jacket (1-2 Pcs) | Belay Devices/ Figure of 8/ ATC Guide Jumar / Ascender |
Gore-Tex Jacket (1 Pcs) | Lock Carabiner (3 Pcs) Unlock Carabiner (2 Pcs) Tape Slings/240 cm |
Wind Proof Jacket (1-2 Pcs) | Snow Goggle (Summit Purpose, Antifog, Polarized, UV Protection) |
Down Jacket (1-2 Pcs) | Head Light 500-700 Lumens Spare |
Cotton T-Shirt (3-5 Pcs) | Battery (Energizer Ultimate Lithium) |
Lower Body | Satellite Phone With Credit (Optional) |
Thermal Bottom Base Layer (2-3 Pcs) | Walking Stick/ Trekking Pole |
Fleece Trouser (1-2 pcs) | Pocket Knife (Swiss) |
Gore-Tex Pant (1 pcs) | Altimeter Watch |
Light Weight Quick Dry Trekking Pants (2-3 Pairs) | Pee Bottle |
Gaiters for trekking boots | Power Bank |
Down Pants (1pcs) | Crampons (Fit with Boot)/Packing Cover |
Under Wear (4-6 Pcs) | Bag Packs |
Sun Stuffs | Rucksacks 35 L – 50 L |
Banana Boat/ Nivea Sun Cream (up to -50 Spf) | Duffle Bag 120 L-150 L (2 Pcs) |
Lip Guard -30 to -50 (Spf) | Laundry/Garbage Bag (Large) |
Sun Glasses (Uv Protection) | Water Proof Stuff Sacks/Dry Bag- Small/ Medium/ Large (3-4 Pcs) |
Glaciers Glasses (Uv Protection) | Medical/First Aid |
Moisturiser / Lotion | Brufen / Ibuprofens |
Eating & Drinking | Antibiotic |
1 Ltr. Water Bottle | Diamox |
1/ 1.5 Ltr. Thermos | Paracetamol |
Mug (Opt.) | Handy Plaster |
Spoon/ Fork (Opt.) | Crack Bandage |
Bowl (Opt.) | Tincture Iodine |
Miscellaneous | Ondem |
Nail Cutter | Cetirizine |
Umbrella / Rain Coat | Electrolyte |
Hot Water Bag | Minil 10mg (Palpitation, anxiety) |
Camera | Codopar (Headache & chest pain) |
GPS Tracker (Recommended) | Salbetol 4mg (Breathless) |
Hand & Toe Warmer | Azithromycin 500mg (chronic tonsillitis, fever, nose, throat infection-must take 5 days) |
Toiletries (Personal) | Flupen 250mg (prevent wound infection) |
Toilet Paper / Wet Tissue | Allegra 120/180mg (Allergic tonsil) |
Toothpaste | Menstrual Products |
Toothbrush | Head |
Soap | Sun Cap |
Shampoo | Balaclava |
Towel | Fleece Hat/ Warm Hat (1-2 Pcs) |
Garbage Bag | Neck Gaiter (2-3 Pcs) |
Payment and Cancellation
Policy regarding Payment and Cancellation Payment:
Payment:
1) To confirm a reservation, a deposit equal to 30% of the total price is required.
2) If the payment is made online, the remaining balance is due 10 days before the Tour, Trekking, Peak Climbing, or Expedition begins. If the payment is made in cash, it can be made after arrival.
3) If the booking is made within 30 days of the expedition beginning, full payment must be made at the time of booking.
Cancellation:
1) A full refund of the deposit will be given if a Tour, Trek, Peak Climbing, or Expedition is canceled more than 60 days before the start date.
2) The deposit will not be refunded if a Tour, Trek, Peak Climbing, or Expedition is canceled within 30 days of its start date.
3) A tour, trek, peak climbing, or expedition will not be refunded if it is canceled prior to or on the start date.
4) All participants should strongly consider purchasing travel insurance to cover any unforeseen cancellations or other occurrences.
Note: We reserve the right to modify or cancel any trek in the event of a natural disaster, political unrest, or any other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, a full refund or an alternative option will be provided.
Dates of Trip
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Frequently Asked Questions
Booking Details
- A detailed certificate from Marvel Treks and Expedition (after accomplishment)
- A complimentary raincoat to shed you during the rainy season. (returnable)
- A Complimentary Duffel Bag throughout the trek from our company. (returnable)
- A warm complimentary Down Jacket during the entire trek on behalf of Marvel Treks. (returnable)
- A complimentary sleeping bag for your icy trek. (returnable)
- The essential climbing gear like mountain axe, trekking sticks, etc, for your need throughout the trek. (returnable)
- Delightful complimentary Authentic Nepali cuisine as dinner to embark on your arrival and departure
- Critical complimentary First Aid Service (in times of need)
- An informative trekking map for you to cherish on behalf of our company
- Trendy Sunhat and t-shirt as souvenirs on behalf of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- All the crucial services about airport transfer to and from the hotel via a private tourist vehicle ($40)
- The Garbage Disposal System will be accommodated by our company. ($500)
- Climbing Permit for Peak Climbing ($250)
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems )($10)
- National park entry fees / ACAP permits / Conservation entry fees. ( $30)
- All essential local tax and office service charges Gov tax ($100 )
- 2 nights accommodation in a Kathmandu (Kathmandu hotel or similar) ($40)
- Potter Service ($250)
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for all the Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Extra nights in any city that’s not accommodated in the itinerary of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- Summit bonus (250 USD)
- All the International flight checks and airfares.
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for alcoholic/ non-alcoholic liquors.
- Additional porter fees along with tips for guides and porters.
- Tips for Climbing Sherpa (200 USD)
- Electronic gadgets like chargers, and headphones.
- Individual costs like a hot shower, phone calls, laundry, and souvenirs.
- Travel coverage and emergency evacuations.
- Tips for our staff’s drivers.
Price: US$ 1220 per person
Mera Peak Climbing
Original price was: $1,342.00.$1,220.00Current price is: $1,220.00. $1,220.00,
Price W/O Addons: US$ 1220 per person
- A detailed certificate from Marvel Treks and Expedition (after accomplishment)
- A complimentary raincoat to shed you during the rainy season. (returnable)
- A Complimentary Duffel Bag throughout the trek from our company. (returnable)
- A warm complimentary Down Jacket during the entire trek on behalf of Marvel Treks. (returnable)
- A complimentary sleeping bag for your icy trek. (returnable)
- The essential climbing gear like mountain axe, trekking sticks, etc, for your need throughout the trek. (returnable)
- Delightful complimentary Authentic Nepali cuisine as dinner to embark on your arrival and departure
- Critical complimentary First Aid Service (in times of need)
- An informative trekking map for you to cherish on behalf of our company
- Trendy Sunhat and t-shirt as souvenirs on behalf of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- All the crucial services about airport transfer to and from the hotel via a private tourist vehicle ($40)
- The Garbage Disposal System will be accommodated by our company. ($500)
- Climbing Permit for Peak Climbing ($250)
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems )($10)
- National park entry fees / ACAP permits / Conservation entry fees. ( $30)
- All essential local tax and office service charges Gov tax ($100 )
- 2 nights accommodation in a Kathmandu (Kathmandu hotel or similar) ($40)
- Potter Service ($250)
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for all the Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Extra nights in any city that’s not accommodated in the itinerary of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- Summit bonus (250 USD)
- All the International flight checks and airfares.
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for alcoholic/ non-alcoholic liquors.
- Additional porter fees along with tips for guides and porters.
- Tips for Climbing Sherpa (200 USD)
- Electronic gadgets like chargers, and headphones.
- Individual costs like a hot shower, phone calls, laundry, and souvenirs.
- Travel coverage and emergency evacuations.
- Tips for our staff’s drivers.
Mera Peak Climbing
Original price was: $1,342.00.$1,220.00Current price is: $1,220.00. $1,220.00,