Mera Peak Mountaineering Expedition
Buddha Eyes, Khumbu Region, Everest Base Camp Trek
A trip to Mera Peak takes you through a remote region of Nepal from densely forested hillsides up to the alpine zone featuring numerous glaciers and towering spires. Mera peak at 6421m is the highest of the trekking peaks in the Khumbu region and is one of the most popular trekking peaks in Nepal.
Mera Peak is situated to the South of Everest and only requires very basic mountaineering experience. The ascent of the peak is technically straightforward, but sometimes, heavy snow and the maze of crevasses can make the way to the summit a little tricky. We climb the standard route from the north that involves little more than high altitude glacier walking.
To gain the summit, willpower and stamina are required but the feeling of achievement to top out on this 6,421meter giant is incredible. From the summit of Mera Peak we can see 5 of the 6 highest mountains in the world: Everest, Kangchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyo.
Although no previous climbing experience is required you must be very fit and have extensive outdoor experience to participate in this Expedition.
Trek Itinerary
- Day 1
- Arrive Kathmandu
Pick-up from airport, transfer to hotel, trek briefing.
Welcome dinner at Kathmandu’s finest Nepali restaurant.
- Day 2
- Kathmandu - Half Day City Tour/Sightseeing
Visit the ancient temples and monuments of old Kathmandu.
Lunch and trek briefing with free time for sightseeing.
- Day 3
- Fly to Lukla (2830m) and trek( 2 hours) to Surke (2300m)
Early morning flight in a twin otter airplane to Lukla. We descend down towards the Dudh Kosi river and camp the night at the village of Surke.
- Day 4
- Trek (6-7 hours) to Bupsa (2350m)
We ascend the stone staircase that leads to Chutok La (2945m) taking in great views before we contour through a forested hillside for lunch at Puiyan. We cross below Khari La and camp the night at Bupsa.
- Day 5
- Trek (3-4 hours) to Pangom (2900m)
We head East on the old trading route to eat lunch at Pangom.
The panorama takes in Numbur (6959m), Khatang Ri (6853m), Karyolung (6681m), Kwangde (6187m) and Teng KangPoche (6500m). After lunch it is well worthwhile making the 45-minute walk up to Pangum La (3140m) to enjoy views into the Hinku Khola and across to the South face of Mera Peak.
- Day 6
- Trek (5-6 hours) to Kurke (3720m)
We climb the ridge of the Zattara Danda, North of the Pangum La (3140m) up through rhododendrun and bamboo arriving at our camp on the shepherd’s summer pastures of Kurke.
- Day 7
- Trek (6-7 hours) to Thuli Kharka (4300m)
We climb the crest of the ridge passing a mani wall with views of the Dudh Kosi having lunch at Ek Rate and on to Cetera (Thuli Kharka).
- Day 8
- Trek (5-6 hours) to Kothe (3600m)
We drop into the Hinku Valley through fir and rhododendron down to camp on the sandy banks of Kothe.
- Day 9
- Trek (5-6 hours) to Thangna (4400m)
We follow the riverbed reaching the yak herder’s settlement of Gondishung for lunch. We walk through glacial moraine to camp for the next 2 days with views of Mera Peak, Charpati Himal (6769) and Kusum Kanguru.
- Day 10
- Rest and acclimatisation at Thangna (4400m)
You can climb the hills above Tagnac to aid further acclimatisation or take it easy, relaxing in the sun preparing your body for the days a head.
- Day 11
- Trek (3-4 hours) to Khare (5000m)
We cross glacial moraine past Sabai Tsho with views of Charpati Himal and Mera La (5415m) before camping at Khare.
- Day 12
- Rest and acclimatisation day at Khare (5000m)
We relax in the sun letting our body replenish important energy supplies and have the chance to explore the surrounding area.
- Day 13
- Trek (4-5 hours) to Mera Peak Base Camp (5200m)
Terrain becomes more rugged as we reach the Hongu side of the Mera Glacier Morraine to base ourselves – Mera Peak Base Camp.
- Day 14
- Rest at Mera Peak Base Camp (5200m)
Relax , rest and practice with our crampons, axes and jumar technique on the ropes in preparation for the climb.
- Day 15
- Ascend (5-6 hours) to Mera Peak Advance Base Camp (5780m)
ABC is set up on a rocky ridge of the Mera Glacier. Here some of the best panoramic views in Nepal stretch out to Kanchanjunga, Chamlang, Makalu , Baruntse, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu and Kangtega. The giant faces of Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse appear in the North.
- Day 16
- Ascend (12-15 hours) Summit of Mera Peak (6421m)
An early 3am start we climb the standard route which involves little more than high altitude glacier walking. From the summit of Mera Peak we can see 5 of the 6 highest mountains in the world: Everest, Kangchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyo.
- Day 17
- Extra day for attempting Mera Peak summit and back to Mera Peak Base Camp
- Day 18
- Trek (5-6 hours) return route to Thangna (4400m)
- Day 19
- Trek (4-5 hours) return route to Kothe (3600m)
- Day 20
- Trek (4-5 hours) to Thuli Kharka (4300m)
- Day 21
- Trek (5-6 hours) to Lukla (2830m) via Zatra Passes
Zig-zag up the steep trail to pass Zatra Wala (4580m) contouring around to another pass of Zatra Og (both are honoured with many prayer flags and stone cairns). A steep descent where we use fixed ropes to add a fitting climax to conclude your mission arriving in Lukla.
- Day 22
- Extra day to cross Zatra passes in case of snow
- Day 23
- Fly to Kathmandu
Hotel stay in Kathmandu to chill out, relax and do some sightseeing.
- Day 24
- Kathmandu Farewell Dinner/Party
Free time to sightsee, shop and relax.
Farewell dinner party and celebration with the trekking team.
- Day 25
- Departure
Onward travel or return home to catch-up with friends and family.