Mera Peak (Himalayas) – Guided *TREK*CLIMB* (All Inclusive)

Overnight: Hotel

Our airport representative official will be there at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) to pick you up. You can find him waiting at the arrival door. He will greet you as soon as you see him and then welcome you warmly. Then he will take you to a parking spot where there will be a vehicle to transfer you to the hotel.

Enjoying the comfort of a smooth ride and views of the vibrant city, you will soon reach your designated place of stay. Upon reaching the hotel, you can also ask for the official to help with check in procedures if you want to. Then, you can rest for a while to recover from a long and hectic flight. Afterward, you can spend quality time at the luxurious

After breakfast, you can visit our local office (ground support, partner) to attend a short pre briefing meeting with your trip guide. During this session, you can learn every bit of the details of the upcoming adventure.

Shortly after, we will set off on an exciting, interesting and informative excursion of Kathmandu City. While the valley has seven of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, today we will visit some of them with a knowledgeable local guide. You can choose among Durbar Squares, Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa for your sightseeing day. We will try visiting as many places as we can within the time we have and cover the richness of their architecture, culture and history.

After finishing the city tour, we will swiftly drive and drop you off at your hotel. You can engage in the final packing for the journey and also do some last minute shopping if there are items you still need to purchase.

Flight Duration: 35 to 40 minutes

Trek Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Overnight: Guesthouse

On day 3 of our Mera peak climbing itinerary, we will actually make our move. After breakfast, we will come to receive you at the hotel and drive towards TIA for a domestic flight to Lukla. Lukla is the starting point of our trek for the Mera Peak climbing adventure.

Boarding an early morning flight, we will soar above the hills, valleys and mountains towards the gateway of the Everest region, Lukla. Shortly, we will land on a narrow and small airstrip of the Lukla Airport (Tenzing Hillary Airport). Then, after a brief lunch break, we will step on the trail to head toward our destination, Puyan.

With the eye filling views of the surrounding hills and valleys we will move forward. We will cross a few hanging bridges over glistening rivers and pass by enchanting waterfalls along the way. You can experience the unique local culture as you traverse traditional Sherpa villages like Chheplung, Thado Koshi, Sangha and Lungden. Finally, we will arrive at the charming and quiet Puyan village, which is a bit away from the busier Everest Base Camp trekking routes.

Trek Duration: 3 to 4 hours

Overnight: Guesthouse

Leaving Puyan, we will head towards another village of Pangum. Ascending and descending the trails, we will keep on going. The stunning views of the hills and mountains continue to follow us in the backdrop.

The trails are a mix of ways through dense forests, rocks and open fields. En route, you will reach a small settlement of Pangum Danda. It is an ideal spot to take a break and enjoy the scenery.

Likewise, you will pass by several quaint hamlets of Sherpa, where you can interact with residents and observe their way of life. Finally, you will arrive at Pangum village, which is positioned atop a ridge. It provides breathtaking sweeping vistas of the surrounding lofty peaks.

Trek Duration: 4 to 5 hours

Overnight: Guesthouse

After breakfast in Pangum, we will continue walking on the routes. Following the descending trails, we will cross a small wooden bridge and enter a thick forest of bamboo and rhododendrons.

The trails are narrow and steep, so you better watch out your feet. The astonishing views of the Dudh Koshi River and towering mountains keep you engaged. Continuing further with a few small ascents and descents, you will reach the Ningsow village to stay for a restful night.

Trek Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Overnight: Guesthouse

Ningsow to Chhetra Thanga trek begins descending through beautiful rhododendrons and pine forests. Then we will navigate swaying suspension bridges spanning over the shimmering rivers. Continuing further you will pass by various small villages along the way glimpsing at the local culture, customs and way of life of people.

Ultimately, we will reach the Chhetra Thanga village, which has peaceful surroundings that are ideal for resting after a day of trekking.

Trek Duration: 4 to 5 hours

Overnight: Guesthouse

Following the Mera Peak route map, we will head towards Kothe/Mosom Kharka today. This day’s trek takes us deep into the Hinku Valley. Initially, we will walk through rocky trails alongside the vibrant pine, oaks and rhododendron forest.

The spectacular vista of Mera Peak is seen before you as you traverse the scenic high altitude trails. En route you will pass through a few quaint mountainside villages. The landscape gradually changes from rocky fields to lush greenery as you get closer to Kothe.

You will trek across the wide pastures and walk beside the river for some time. Then, you will cross the white water Hinku River via a wooden bridge. Finally, you will make a slight climb towards Kothe, which is located on the bank of this river.

Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours

Overnight: Guesthouse

The Mera Peak route map leads us forward on the trail towards Thangnak. The trails today are a mix of rock fields and green grazing pastures. We are on the left side of the Hinku River and gradually move upward on the ridge through rugged trails. After some walk, we will pass Gondishung, a tiny summer settlement for the herders.

All three summits of Mera (North, Central and South) are visible from the trail. Around 200 years old Lungsamba Monastery is the highlight of the journey. You can take a brief pause to explore the vibrant spiritual ambiance of this ancient monument.

Eventually, we will reach Thangnak to stay a night immersing in the captivating views of the mighty Himalayas.

Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours

Overnight: Guesthouse

From Thangnak, we will make our way towards Khare, walking beneath the canopy of Mera Peak. Khare is the last settlement before reaching Mera Peak. With the magnificent views of the Kusum Kanguru, Baruntse, Kyashar, Kongde Ri and many other adjoining mountains, we will move forward.

Enroute we will traverse the inclined moraines of the Dig Glacier and Shar Glacier all the way to Dig Kharka. From here, we will make a steep accent on the rough mountainous trails to reach Khare.

Overnight: Guesthouse

After the long trek from Thangnak to Khare, this rest day allows your body to get used to the high altitude before the higher climb. Your muscles will appreciate a slower day of recharging after the steady upward climbs over these days. You’ll get time to acclimate to the thinner air of the higher elevations. Not only is this a rest day physically, but it is also an important break for acclimatization to take place before the challenges ahead.

You may want to take a short walk around Khare in the morning so that your circulation keeps going and you stay warm without exerting yourself. Breakfast and lunch are easy and laid-back, with the quiet beauty of the mountain surroundings in view. This is a good time to double-check the gear, making sure all things are in order for the climb. Often, you will get a chance to get to know other fellow trekkers or other guides who are full of good advice.

By the evening, you will be fresher and ready. This can be a rest day for both your physical and psychological preparation. When your altitude adjustment is better after restoration, you will feel fresh and fully prepared for the next day’s trek to High Camp.

Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours

Overnight: Tented Camp

A long day of trekking from Khare to High Camp and overnight in the tents. We start pretty early in the morning to head upwards on rocky trails. The feeling of the altitude grows in our lungs as we ascend upwards. Today will be one of the most demanding days, but breathtaking mountain views make every step worth it. With each step, you’ll get closer to the Mera Peak summit.

As we climb, breathtaking 360-degree panoramas will unfold before your eyes. It will inspire you and remind you why it’s all worth it. We are going to take it nice and easy up here, with an emphasis on deep breathing and pacing in this much thinner air. Guides will help set a steady rhythm of support en route.

In the afternoon, we drive to High Camp. The overnight campsite is right in the middle of the mountain’s snow-capped peaks. The camping setup is simple but well-prepared for the cold alpine conditions. When settled, you’ll enjoy a warm meal aimed at reenergizing the body for the final summit push. This is the time to rest and take one of your last breaks before really beginning the hike toward the peak. High Camp means you are in sight of the Mera Peak summit.

Total Duration: 9 to 11 hours

Overnight: Guesthouse

Our ascent towards the summit of Mera Peak starts before dawn. This allows us to have a comfortable climbing experience by avoiding possible afternoon high winds.

The Mera climbing routes are steep rocks covered with ice and snow. Likewise, there are glaciers with crevasses. Ascending more in the depleting air and tackling the last few challenges of climbs, we will get near to the Mera Peak top. Among the three summits, our aim is to reach the tallest one.

There will be a gentle morning sunrise hitting the Himalayas by the time you reach the top of Mera Peak. The captivating panorama of snow covered mountains blazing with a golden hue from Mera Peak summit is a remarkable experience.

After enjoying some time immersing in the sun kissed mountain views we will begin to climb down to the Mera High Camp. We will take a brief rest here and again descend through the same trail back to Khare. Upon reaching Khare, we will wrap up the day.

Overnight: Guesthouse or Campsites

This day has been set aside during the Mera Peak climb to provide you with the best window to attempt and conquer this magnificent peak. So, it is a reserve/contingency day in case you need to postpone your summit attempt due to weather adversity. However, if the weather is favorable on the climbing day you can choose to utilize this extra day at any point during the journey.

It would be a great idea to spend this day in Lukla. The town offers several beautiful spots to relax and you can also celebrate the success and conclusion of the trip before returning to Kathmandu.

Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours

Overnight: Guesthouse

We are on the return trek and today we will descend from Khare to Kothe. We will follow the same route that we traversed earlier by passing through Thagnak village and lateral moraines of the Hinku Nup and Shar Glaciers.

Enroute, we will also trek across the Dig Kharka and Dig Glacier one more time. Likewise, we will re enter Lungsumgba Gompa and walk alongside the Hinku River to reach Kothe, which is beside its sandy banks.

Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours

Overnight: Guesthouse

It will be a slightly different route from Kothe to return to our ending point of the trek. Leaving the village, we will begin to descend gradually to the left of the Hinku River. After some time, we will cross the river and follow the winding trails through thick forests of rhododendrons and pine trees.

As the forest clears, we will reach rocky fields and continue across several chortens and shrines. After various uphill and downhill sections, we will walk on the ridges of the Hinku River and gradually ascend to arrive at Tuli Kharka.

Thuli Kharka is spanning pasture land with a few teahouses around where we will spend the night.

Trek Duration: 7 to 8 hours

Overnight: Guesthouse

Today is our last day on the magnificent Everest region trails. After breakfast in Thuli Kharka, we will begin to ascend steeply toward Zatrwa La Pass. The trails leading to the pass are rugged, rocky, steep and narrow. However, the final views of the majestic Himalayan peaks from the top of pass are immensely rewarding.

From Zatrwa La, we will slowly descend on its other side to Lukla. Gradually, the landscape changes from rocky to lush green bushes as we approach the trek ending point. After a long day of walking up and down, we will spend a restful time at our destination.

Flight Duration: 35 to 40 minutes

Overnight: Hotel

We will head towards Lukla Airport to board an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Leaving the peaceful Himalayan region behind, we will fly back to the bustling capital city.

After flying for about 40 minutes over the lush landscapes of hills, rivers, forests and mountains, we will land in the urban sprawl of the Kathmandu Valley at TIA Airport. Upon reaching Kathmandu, we will arrange a private vehicle ride to our respective hotels.

RNR Kathmandu and/or Departure (Drop-off)