Mera Peak Expedition

An expedition to Mera Peak, Nepal

They may be called ‘trekking peaks’ but climbing them involves all mountaineering gear such as crampons, ice axes, and ropes. These are just lesser peaks in the Himalayan context but may rise to heights of over 6000m. Mera Peak (6,634m) is not difficult to climb.

This climb does not come with much difficulty when it comes to technical climbing and combines an extended trek in the remote Inukhu Valley.
The trek begins with a climb that leads up to the crossing of the Mera La Pass (5,415 m.) after which the real ascent of the peak (6,634 m) begins. The descent afterwards is easy, coming down to the Inukhu Khola Valley. The last bit of difficulty is faced while crossing the Chatara Teng La Pass (4,600 m). Finally, we arrive back in civilization when we reach Chutang, just ahead of Lukla.
Although the climb is not very technical, climbers must be in excellent physical condition and must be equipped with all mountaineering gear (crampons, ice axes, rope, etc.).

Highlights

- A summit of nearly 6,500 m is affordable for beginners in mountaineering.
- An approach by a wild valley with little frequented
- An impressive mountain flight to Lukla, the Everest region
- The comfort of the lodges with the adventure of an expedition, and one night in a tented camp.

We can customize the trip as per your requirement.
Price according to the size of the group.
We can help you to fit in your budget.

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Days

1ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU

Regular flight to Kathmandu (1,350 m.). Transfer to the hotel.
- Accommodation: Hotel Holy Himalaya on BB Plan.

2KATHMANDU

Meet with the guide. Depending on the composition of the group, the departure for Ramechhap can be arranged around 2:00 pm to spend the night there in a lodge.
- Accommodation: Holy Himalaya Hotel on BB Plan
- Meals on your own

3FLIGHT TO LUKLA – PAIYA (2 730M)

If you opted not to depart for Ramechap the previous day, then your departure is by night shuttle (4-5 hr drive) at 03: 00 am to Ramechhap Airport for the Lukla flight.
Catch the early morning flight from Ramechhap to Lukla, enjoying a panoramic view of the eastern Himalayas; Langtang, Gauri Shanker, Numbur, Manglungtse, and finally Everest amongst other peaks. After this 45-minute flight, meet with the Sherpas awaiting your arrival at Lukla (2,700 m) with all the equipment.
The trek begins with a short descent to the Dudh Khosi Valley.
From the village of Chaunrikarka (2,621 m), the trail goes north through Sherpa villages where wheat, potatoes, corn and vegetables are grown. We cross the Dudh Kosi River via a wooden suspension bridge.
- Ascent + : 50 meters
- Ascent - : 250 meters
- Duration of hike: 3 hr
- Accommodation: Lodge

4PAIYA - PANGKOMA (2 850M)

After walking through the village of Khari Khola, the trail gradually climbs up to the village of Hil Tang. We then walk through a beautiful rhododendron forest to reach Pangkoma (2,850 m).
- Ascent: + 200 m.
- Descent: - 50 m.
- Accommodation: Lodge

5PANGKOMA – NIGMSA (2 745M)

This part of the trek is fabulous. We climb to the Nankung La Pass (3,110 m) from where we get an excellent view of Mera Peak. We then quickly go down to Sibuje (2770 m). The trail now turns into a succession of ascents and descents through the middle of rhododendron forests (in full bloom during springtime). We then reach a pleasant camp in Ning So.
- Ascent: + 500 m.
- Descent: - 600 m.
- Accommodation: Lodge

6NIGMSA – CHETRAKHOLA (3 150M)

We make a steep ascent to arrive at a tea shop with a panoramic view (3,280 m). We climb a little further (3,350 m.) and then the trail drops down steeply before we stop for lunch beside a stream at 2,850 m. We then continue walking up and down through a forest that has steep steps that we need to negotiate carefully. We finally arrive at Chetra Khola (3,150 m).
- Ascent: + 1100 m
- Descent: - 850 m
- Accommodation: Lodge

7CHETRAKHOLA (3 150M) – KOTHE (3 600M)

We climb steep slopes up to 3,700 m., and then once again there are ascents and descents alternatively. We reach a bifurcation: On one side lies the route to the Zatswa La Pass and on the other, the way to Kothe (Mounsom Kharka) between two valleys, at about 3,600 m. The village is picturesque and has some lodges as well as grocery stores.
- Ascent: + 1100 m.
- Descent: - 600 m.
- Accommodation: Lodge

8KOTHE (3 600M) – THANGNAK (4 350M)

We follow the west bank of the Hinku Drangka towards the north and cross the summer pastures of Gondishung (there is a small gompa here), Dupishung and Lungsamba. The valley gets narrower and is wedged between Kanguru (6,369 m.) and Mera West (6,255 m.). We finally reach Thangnak which means "the black plain" in Tibetan. This is a beautiful location for spending the night.
- Ascent: + 900 m.
- Descent: - 250 m.
- Accommodation: Lodge

9ACCLIMATATION NEAR CHARPATE HIMAL

Day for acclimatization.
- Accommodation: Same as previous day

10THANGNAK - KHARE (4 900M)

The climb continues along a moraine. We camp to Khare, a little before reaching the glacier leading to Mera La. The camp is set up at 4,900m. By now we are well acclimatized.
- Ascent: + 850 m.
- Descent: - 260 m.
- Accommodation: Bivouac under tents

11MERA LA - MERA PEAK BASE CAMP (5 415M)

Setting foot on the glacier in the early hours of the morning can be a little tricky. We have a long climb on the slightly steep glacier before we reach the high camp. The sight of mountains from this camp is exceptional: a veritable feast for the eyes: Kanchenjunga, Chamlang, Makalu, Baruntse, Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu and more. This panorama is considered to be one of the most beautiful in Nepal.
- Ascent: + 930 m.
- Descent: - 40 m.
- Accommodation: Bivouac under tents

12ASCENSION MERA PEAK (6 634M) FROM BASE CAMP – HIGH CAMP

If the weather and our physical conditions are both good on this day, we go on to climb Mera Peak; a day filled with excitement.
- Accommodation: Bivouac under tents.

13HIGH CAMP - KHARE

We make a very early departure to ascend the central summit on the northern slope. There is a long climb on a glacial plateau, but it does not present much technical difficulty. The glacier, however, has some cracks. The last few meters have more incline: 35 to 40 degrees. Here you get to enjoy a unique panorama of five 8000 meter peaks. Then comes a long descent to Khare or ascent to the summit, i.e. if we did not achieve that yesterday.
- Ascent: + 750 m.
- Descent: - 1700 m.
- Accommodation: Lodge

14KHARE - KHOTE (3 500M)

We follow the path we took for climbing.
- Ascent: + 50 m.
- Descent: - 1300 m.
- Accommodation: Lodge

15KHOTE - THULI KHARKA

We go down and walk along the river bed. Then we climb up through a forest and hike through a beautiful valley where we spend the night.
- Ascent: + 1100 m.
- Descent: - 500 m.
- Accommodation: Lodge

16THULI KHARKA - LUKLA

Today we make a long descent to reach Lukla.
- Ascent: + 500 m.
- Descent: - 2000 m.
- Accommodation: Lodge

17FLIGHT LUKLA / RAMECHAP (ALTERNATIVE POSSIBLE FROM RAMECHAP)

In the morning, fly out of Lukla to reach Kathmandu. On a clear day, the view of the Himalayan range is astounding.
Transfer to the hotel and free time.
- Accommodation: Hotel Holy Himalaya on BB Plan.

18KATHMANDU - DAY RESERVE FOR SAFTY

Free day in Kathmandu (also safety day)
- Accommodation: Same as previous day

19DEPARTURE

Transfer to TIA (Kathmandu Airport) for your return flight.
End of our services.

What's included

- 2 Airport transfers by private car, round trip to Ramechhap
- French-speaking or English-speaking mountain guide for the entire trek/expedition and its 2 flights
- Sagarmatha Park permit, Village Community Tax Khumbu
- Collective climbing equipment for the climb
- Full board in lodge & bivouac according to the itinerary
- Porter & Sherpa: Carrying personal belongings (13kgs per participant) and personal climbing equipment
- 4 nights in Holy Himalaya or similar in Kathmandu in B&B
- Climbing bonus for the mountain guide & sherpas (350 US$ HT/staff) and Kongma La bonus
- Insurance for the guide & sherpas (290$/trekking peak/staff)

What's not included

- Royalties Mera peak (indicated as a supplement to be paid on-site)
- Domestic flight Kathmandu Lukla – Kathmandu or alternative via Ramechhap (432 US$ - airfare subject to variation without notice by airlines)
- Meals in Kathmandu excluding breakfast
- Helicopter supplement in case of cancellation of the flight to Lukla (350 US$ extra approximately)/person one-way
- Personal climbing equipment (see below)
- Cargo for baggage exceeding 15 kg per person on domestic flights (to be paid on site approximately 1$/kg)
- Nepal visa, international flight and PCR tests if required
- Repatriation insurance + rescue and search required
- Tips, personal expenses, sleeping bag etc.

Supplement

> Compulsory supplements
> Royalty Autumn season: 125$
> Royalty spring season: 250 US$
> Flight Ramechap - Lukla - Ramechap : 425$
> Single-room supplement for Kathmandu: 120$

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Notes

USEFUL INFORMATION:

Difficulty:
Alpine grade: little difficult - slope less than 40°
Snow race without great technical difficulty - requires knowledge and practice of roped walking, with crampons and ice axe
The best time for climbing is in October.
The second choice is in March – April, but there is always a risk of avalanches during the thaw.

Materials that you should have:

For trekking

- Trekking shoes: They have high stems and are waterproof. Choose quite rigid shoes with non-slip soles and crampons.
- Light shoes (tennis shoes) or sandals for the stages in town, village, or while camping at night.
- a pair of flip-flops
- pairs of walking and mountain socks
- 2 trekking pants
- underwear. (Fine technical fibres such as Carline or Polartec fibres)
- 1 or 2 breathable Carline shirts and T-shirts
- 1 fleece jacket. It is warm, light and dries quickly)
- 1 mountain jacket (like Goretex or Micropore)
- A quilted jacket is a must
- Rain cape
- gloves or fingerless gloves
- hat
- Sunhat
- good sunglasses

Equipment:

- a sleeping bag (- 20° C): Warm, comfortable, fit to your size, sarcophagus-shape (closer to the body with a closing hood)
- sun cream (face and lips)
- headlamp, with spare batteries and bulbs
- light water bottle - 2 litres minimum and isothermal
- pocket knife, better if multipurpose
- toilet paper
- lighter

Climbing equipment to prove (or to rent in Kathmandu):

1. Ice axe
2. Crampons
3. Gaiter
4. Helmet (optional)
5. Harness with short rope
6. Carabiners (2 + 2)
7. Mountain shoes

Materials supplied by Base Camp:

- Tents
- Ropes
- Mattress
- Fixed ropes
- Ice picks
- Hammer
- Snow anchor
- All camping equipment and trekking kitchen

- Walking times are approximate because they depend on the groups, photos and stops. As for the elevation differences, they are also general indications and not GPS readings.
- Depending on the weather and operational conditions, the guide reserves the right to modify this itinerary for your safety and that of the group.