Mera Peak (6476m) is famed for the little technical difficulty required to climb it considering its considerable altitude. This peak rises to the South of Everest and dominates the beautiful and remote valleys of Hinku and Hongu. The ascent to this peak is made from the Mera La pass (5415m) on the Northern Face, which connects the unpopulated valley of Hongu to the Hinku valley.
The late Jimmy Roberts and Sen Tensing were the first climbers to conquer Mera Peak following this very route on 20th May 1953. The trek begins in Lukla (after a short flight from Kathmandu). From Lukla six days of trekking will se you through fascinating Sherpa Villages to Mera Base Camp (5099m) situated at the base of an immense glacier leading to the Mera La Pass.
As the ascent continues two more High Base Camps are set up at 5385m (a little below Mera La) and a higher one at 5800m from where the summit ascent can be attempted. Mera has two distinct summits, the main one being the Northern Summit (6476m), which is reached by skirting the Central Summit (6461m) and following a classic snow ridge to the top. Even though the climb is technically straightforward, there are some crevasses to maneuver and the route can be long and demanding after a fresh snowfall.
The climb from Mera La to the Summit is gradual with outstanding mountain panoramas of the Eastern Nepal Himalayas always in sight. The peaks visible include Mt. Everest (8848m), Cho-Oyu (8201m), Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8463m), Kangchenjunga (8586m), Nuptse (7855m) and Chamlang (7319m) amongst many others. After the climb, you return to Lukla, from where you can fly back to Kathmandu.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Upon your arrival in Katmandu. Transfer to you Hotel. Free day and evening welcome dinner at any typical Nepalese Restaurant.
Day 2: Half day guided city tours. Afternoon pre-trip discussion of next day trek.
Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2840m). This day is spent preparing for the expedition and becoming acclimatized.
Day 4: Lukla - Chutok (2780m). In the morning you will have first of many breakfast in the mountain. A 5-6 hour trek takes you through Surke You then reach your next destination of Chutok.
Day 5: Chutok - Pangkongma (2850m). It only takes a half-day to reach our destination, Pangkongma. On the way we cross over Chutok La (2945m) and take a steep decent of 300m to reach our campsite.
Days 6 - 7: Pangkongma - Khure - Tuli Kharka (4290m). This day we start early trek north along the ridge of the river Hinku Khola. With fantastic views of 6500m peaks, Sanu Himal, Mojang Himal and Mera Himal.
Day 8: Acclimatization Day at Tuli Kharka.
Days 9 - 10: Tuli Kharka - Tashing Ongma - Tangnag (4350m). Comparatively an easy 5 hour trek.
Day 11: Acclimatization Day at Tangnag. Rest day and a superb setting surrounded by stunning peaks where a huge moraine in the north of Tangnag, a beautiful glacial lake, Sabal Tsho is dammed which is definitely worth a visit.
Day 12: Tangnag - Khare (5025m). We follow the lateral moraine of Dig Glacier to Dig Kharka. The trail climbs through moraines and to the snout of the Hinku Nup and Shar Glaciers and then climbs more steep.
Day 13: Khare - Mera Base Camp (5350m). A very short trek allowing for as much acclimatization time and/or a day walk as we make our way to Mera Base Camp.
Day 14: Base Camp to High Camp (5750m). Making our way to Mera High Camp can be hazardous if it has recently snowed, as there are a number of crevasses here. We establish a high camp and from here the views are outstanding, with Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu and more.
Day 15: Summit of Mera Peak - Mera Base Camp. We commence our summit day in the early light and end up with a 100m ascent with rope and ice climbing to reach the summit. The magnificent views of Pumori (7161m), Lhotse (8516m) Makalu (8463m), Lobuche (6145m).
Days 16 - 17 - 18: B.C. Mera Peak Base Camp - Chamlang (4750m) - Humku Nup Lake (5350m) - Mingbo La (5815m). This is an optional route and is quite unique to this Himalayan Glacier Mera Peak trip. You will experience crossing Mingbo La (5815) through the two sides.
Days 19 - 20: Nare Glacier - Pangboche 4000m -Namche Bazaar (3440m). To reach Pangboche after a long few days of hard mountaineering and trekking is a delight! The comfort of the lodges in this occupied village is a warm welcome, which you feel, is well deserved.
Day 21: Namche Bazaar - Lukla. A 7-hour descent along the highway brings us to where we started out, Lukla where we spend our last evening amongst the mountains.
Day 22: Fly to Kathmandu.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Included:
- All-inclusive Pricing
- Airport pick up and Airport Drop
- Roundtrip Domestic Airfare
- All Accommodations as per itinerary
- All main meals except in Katmandu
- Nepalese Trekking Guide and Porters
- Conservation/Park Fees
- Down Sleeping bag and Jacket
- Climbing ropes
- Harness
- GAMOW/PAC Bag on each trip
- Ice Axes
- Bottled Water for drinking
- Baggage Handling
- Complete Pre-departure Information
- On-site Welcome Orientation
- Daily Briefing
Not included:
- International Flight Fare
- Nepal entry VISA
- Personal expanses
- Staff's Tips
- Your personal gears
- Climbing Bots
- Crompons
- Ski Pols
- Safety Belts
- Delay overhead costs
Note: Customer Information Pack (CIP) will deliver the details for your kind perusal which shall be delivered to you after booking this trip.
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