MERA PEAK EXPEDITION
Expedition Overview
Mera Peak (6,476m), located in the remote Makalu region, is the highest trekking peak in Nepal. The expedition offers climbers a rewarding combination of trekking, glacier travel, and high-altitude mountaineering. Designed for climbers seeking their first Himalayan summit over 6,000 meters, the program includes acclimatization hikes, technical training, and a summit push under expert guidance.
Detailed Itinerary
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Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m), transfer, welcome, and briefing
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Free day in Kathmandu for expedition preparation and permit processing |
B/L/D |
Hotel |
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Free day in Kathmandu for expedition preparation and permit processing
3
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Fly to Lukla (2,860m) and trek to Paiya (2,730m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Fly to Lukla (2,860m) and trek to Paiya (2,730m)
4
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Trek from Paiya to Panggom (2,846m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek from Paiya to Panggom (2,846m)
5
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Trek from Panggom to Ramailo Danda (3,276m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek from Panggom to Ramailo Danda (3,276m)
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Trek from Ramailo Danda to Chhatra Khola (3,122m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek from Ramailo Danda to Chhatra Khola (3,122m)
7
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Trek from Chhatra Khola to Kothe (3,600m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek from Chhatra Khola to Kothe (3,600m)
8
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Trek from Kothe to Thangnak (4,356m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek from Kothe to Thangnak (4,356m)
9
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Acclimatization hike with glacier walk near Sabai Tsho Lake |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Acclimatization hike with glacier walk near Sabai Tsho Lake
10
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Trek from Thangnak to Khare (5,045m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek from Thangnak to Khare (5,045m)
11
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Training day at Khare (rope work and glacier practice) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Training day at Khare (rope work and glacier practice)
12
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Trek from Khare to Mera High Camp (5,780m) |
B/L/D |
Tent |
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Trek from Khare to Mera High Camp (5,780m)
13
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Summit day (6,476m) and return to Khare |
B/L/D |
Tent |
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Summit day (6,476m) and return to Khare
14
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Trek from Khare to Kothe (3,600m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek from Khare to Kothe (3,600m)
15
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Trek from Kothe to Thuli Kharka (4,300m) |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Trek from Kothe to Thuli Kharka (4,300m)
16
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Cross Zatrwa La (4,600m) and trek to Lukla |
B/L/D |
Lodge |
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Cross Zatrwa La (4,600m) and trek to Lukla
17
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Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu |
B/L |
Hotel |
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Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
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Rest / buffer day in Kathmandu |
Breakfast |
Hotel |
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Rest / buffer day in Kathmandu
19
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Final departure and airport transfer |
Breakfast |
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Final departure and airport transfer
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Services
Includes
Airport - Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop).
3 nights hotel in Kathmandu (3-star category) on a bed & breakfast Basis- Single Room Supplementary.
One Welcome Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with Office’s Staff.
Expedition Royalty and permit of Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) to climb Mera Peak, TIMS Card, Makalu-Barun National park entry permit and fee.
Garbage Deposit fees.
Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and climbing.
Trekking and climbing map.
Air Transportation: (Domestic Flight) Fly from Kathmandu – to Lukla and while returning Lukla - Kathmandu, as per itinerary.
Necessary all equipment Transportation for all Members and Staffs from Kathmandu to Lukla (by air cargo) and to Base camp (by Porters / Yak) – While returning: Base camp to Lukla (by porters / Yak) and Lukla to Kathmandu (by air cargo).
Up to 25 Kg per member as personal baggage during the trek carried by the porter.
3 meals a day (BLD; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge/Tea house/Camp during the trek and the Basecamp. Well-managed base camp set up for members & Staffs.
2 liters of boiled water to carry on thermos per day per member.
Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen Helpers as required.
All Nepalese staff & porter’s daily wages, equipment, food & clothing.
Each member will have an individual tent in Base Camp.
All camping equipment such as a dining tent with table and chairs, Kitchen Tent, Toilet Tent, & all necessary cooking equipment
Necessary light at Dinning tent and Kitchen tent
Veteran and Government Licensed Climbing Guide.
Climbing Sherpa’s Salary, Equipment, Food, and Clothing.
Oxygen bottles will be in stock at base camp in case of an emergency (with appropriate charge).
1 Set of Summit Oxygen masks will be in base camp in case of an emergency.
Necessary cooking gas, cooking pot for a member, high altitude tent (sharing basis), high food for a member, all climbing and cooking crew. Group climbing gears, and fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required.
Government licensed Guide (English speaking) during the trek and sight-seeing in Kathmandu valley.
Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley [Swoyambu (Monkey temple) and Kathmandu Durbar Square] by a professional guide.
Comprehensive Medical kit.
Mera Peak climbing certificate issued by Nepal Mountaineering Association (after climbing Mera Peak successfully).
Excludes
International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
Nepali Visa fee $60 USD per person for 30 days and to be applied for 60 days $120 USD.
Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from Trekking / Expedition than the scheduled itinerary).
Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking / Expedition (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Travel and high-altitude insurance, accident, helicopter medical & emergency evacuation. *Mandatory
Medical and emergency rescue evacuation costs if required.
Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa.
$25 USD for an extra porter per day (If an extra porter is demanded).
Not included during the trek.
Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.
Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean.
Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking /Climbing Gears.
Telephone, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, any Alcoholic beverages (during the trek and in Kathmandu but we will serve soft drinks for members in base camp).
Tips for Basecamp and other staff.
Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary. Any other item not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.
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Expedition Details
Peak Name
MERA PEAK EXPEDITION
Duration
19 Days
Max Elevation
6,476 m
Best Seasons
Year_Round
Region
Mahalangur Range
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