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Mera Peak
(6,654 m) is the highest permitted trekking peak of Nepal. It
stands to the south of Everest and dominates the watershed
between the heavily wooded valleys of the Hinku and Hongu
Drangkas. It offers a panoramic view of Chamlang, Kangchenjunga,
Makalu, and Baruntse in the east and the peaks of Cho-Oyu, Ama
Dablam and Kangtega to the west. Everest can be viewed to the
north over the massive unclimbed south face of Lhotse and the
Nuptse/Lhotse ridge. Under favourable conditions, it is possible
to climb the peak and descend back on the same day. The climb to
Mera rewards you a chance to venture into a less visited and
unspoiled region of Nepal where the hillsides are still densely
forested and the pleasure of going above 6,000m. Though climb to
Mera peak is technically straightforward, but assists to its
route are blocked by high passes, adding to the experience as on
full-scale expedition. |
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Day 1 - Welcome
to Kathmandu 1350m
Arrive in Kathmandu airport. You'll be met at the airport by our
representative and transfer to hotel.
Day 2 - Kathmandu 1350m
The day to explore the sights of Kathmandu and the valley with a
tour guide. You will be visiting temples, stupas, secret site,
architecture and cultural things.
Day 3 - fly to Lukla, trek to Chutenga 3050m
We take the spectacular 35-minute flight to Lukla 2850m. a
growing Sherpa town with plenty of lodges, and so is a gentle
introduction to rural Nepal. After organising the loads and the
porters, we start our adventure to Chutenga, a pleasant camping
spot.
Day 4 - rest day at Chutenga 3050m
We are already above 3000m and so a rest day is necessary to
begin acclimatising. This is a great chance to relax, meet the
crew, take a walk in the forest.
Day 5 - Thuli Kharka 4300m
A tough, long day of 6 to 7 hours walking but can be made as we
have a day rest on previous day. We climb steeply up the Kalo
Himal Ridge to a prayer flag-bedecked notch at 4444m then gently
climb to the main Zatrwa La 4600m, which separates the Khumbu
from the Hinku Valley. Under fresh snow this pass can be quite
difficult, especially for the porters. The views across the Dudh
Kosi towards Karyolung and the Lumding Himal are impressive, as
is the view across the rolling foothills east of the Hinku
Valley. Half an hour below the pass is a huge boulder, which
marks our campsite, Tuli Kharka.
Day 6 - Kothe 3700m
Half-day walk, and virtually all downhill. The path descends to
a fine vantage point of the Hinku valley, with impressive views
of the south face of Mera Peak. Entering the forest once again,
the trail drops steeply down into the Hinku valley. The forests
of the Hinku valley are a delight to walk through, full of the
tall Himalayan pine and rhododendron trees. We make camp by the
banks of Hinku Drangka (river) at Kothe. Initially, as we head
up the Hinku Valley, there are stunning views of Peak 43 and
Kusum Kangguru.
Day 7 - Thang Nak 4350m
A pleasant day and we have beautiful views of Thang Nak
14,271ft, sits in a wide U-shaped valley, dwarfed by the
surrounding mountains. There is a simple settlement here where
the crew can restock some supplies.5-6hrs up and down hills
climbs finally brings us to Thang Nak.
Day 8 - Thang Nak 4350m
A well-deserved rest day, that will further aid our
acclimatisation. On this day we can do a walk to the beautiful
moraine-dammed lake, the Sabai Tsho, which is hidden behind the
Sabai Glacier or climbing up onto an out laying peak of Kusum
Kanguru, where we can reach an altitude of nearly 5,000 metres
Day 9 - Dig Kharka 4720m
It is only a half-day walk to the broad basin of Dig Kharka, but
we are gaining altitude rapidly. Again some up rocky hill on the
way to the campsite.
Day 10 - Khare 5025m/16,486ft
Dig Kharka to Khare is only a few hours walk. So while the crew
set off to set up camp we have the opportunity of exploring the
valley leading to Kangtaiga. At Khare there are numerous sites
for the camp, with the most popular being, at upper end of the
Khare by a group of boulders. Here the huge north face of Mera
and the peaks of the Hinku Shar Glacier dominate. From just
above our camp we can clearly see the Mera La.
Day 12 - Khare
A rest and acclimatisation day with more exploration
opportunities. On the West side of the Hinku Nup Glaciers is a
5500m peak with stunning views of Mera La and Mera Peak. This
would make a good objective today. The sherpas may carry loads
to the Mera La.
Day 13 - Mera La 5400m
A 2-hour walk across the rocks and scree leads to the first snow
and ice, the tongue of the glacier flowing down from the Mera
La. Here we change into plastic boots and crampons as we climb
up onto the glaciated terrain, which leads to the Mera La
(pass).
Day 14 - High camp 5800m.
We establish high camp on the Hongu
Ledge, at 5800m. Although this is a short day, we must prepare
everything for next day.
Day 15 - Summit - stay High camp or Mera La
This is the big day! We attempt the summit. Several false
summits finally lead to a view of the central summit, which is
climbed from its left side. The view from the summit is one of
the best in the entire Himalaya. No less than 5 of the world's
fourteen 8,000 metre peaks can be seen from the top.
Day 16 - Khare
With a feeling of floating on air, we walk all the way to Khare.
Day 17 - Thang Nak
Cruising down the valley through the same trail to the Kharka
and camp at the Thang Nak.
Day 18 - Thuli Kharka
We ascend through lush forest on the West side of the Hinku
Valley, climbing beyond the tree line to the open alpine meadows
and the flat, boulder-strewn site that is Thuli Kharka.
Day 19 - Lukla
From Thuli Kharka we climb then traverse across a couple of
passes before the long descent. Most likely we stay in a lodge
and there's a hot shower and a cold beer waiting for you!
Day 20 - fly to Kathmandu
We fly by plane to Kathmandu in the morning. Occasionally
flights are delayed by bad weather however we are supposed to be
in Kathmandu by 12 noons.
Day 21 - Kathmandu
A free day for washing, shopping and a last look around
Kathmandu.
Day 22 - Farewell
We take you to the airport for your flight home. If you wish to
stay longer we can offer plenty of suggestions as to what to do.
Cost: USD 1270 per person.
Service Includes:
- All land and air transfer as
per itinerary
- Arrival and departure
transfers.
- Accommodation with breakfast
in Kathmandu.
- All meals, hot/soft drinks
while on the trek
- Fully escorted trek with
English speaking guide.
- Cook, Sherpa and Necesasary
porters, helper
- Wages, equipment, insurance
and other facilities to staffs
- Entery permit and National
Park Fees
Service Excludes:
- Airport Departure
taxes/Excess baggage charges
- Other meals not stated
(Lunch/Dinner in Kathmandu)
- Items of personal nature
i.e.hard drinks, mineral water, tips etc.
- Travel / medical Insurance
(this is a mandatory condition of booking)
- Medical evacuation in case
of emergency
Extra cost (dividable):
(a) USD 200 for the climbing Sherpa fee
(b) Peak Permit:
For 1-4 members: USD 350.00
For 5-8 members: USD 350.00 + USD 40.00 per person
For 9-12 members: USD 510.00 + USD 25.00 per person
Note : Maximum number of members in one team is 12. |
