Mera Peak Climbing

Mera Peak Climbing is the adventure of a lifetime that rewards you with incredible experiences that you will cherish forever. We will make best arrangements for you so that you can only focus on climbing being stress free. As you arrive in Kathmandu, we will receive you, hold a meet and greet session and drop you at the airport in a comfortable private hotel. We will arrange your accommodation in the best hotel in Kathmandu.

You will embark on the journey with professional guides who will accompany you throughout the journey and will help you in navigation. During the initial days of the journey, your overnight stay will be at tea houses or lodges, and once you make it to Mera High Camp, our team will set up a tented camp, ensuring you a comfortable stay. The full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) are covered within the Mera Peak Climbing Package.

In our 17 days itinerary, the first two days you will spend in Kathmandu and then take a flight to Lukla on the third day. You will start the trek from Lukla and traverse through the places like Chhutang, Tuli Kharka, Kothe, Thangnak, and Khare. In these places, you will stay in lodges. The beautiful views of snowy peaks can be seen during trekking.

You will cross the exhilarating Zatrawal Pass, where alluring mountain panoramas can be seen. Trekking in the diverse terrains, which are a mix of rocky, forested, and rugged sections, will make your journey exhilarating and intriguing. Similarly, after you make it to Mera Peak Base Camp you will trek to high camp and stay at the camp. Our team will set the camp and prepare the warm meals for you.

On the day of the summit, our professional guide will provide you with valuable guidance for the entire time. Upon making it to the summit you will be blessed with enchanting views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Makalu and many other majestic mountains.

During the journey, you can expect warm hospitality from the locals, beautiful sceneries, and guidance from the best team. After the Mera Peak ascent, we will hold a farewell dinner program. On this day, we will hear about your experiences during the journey and ask for your feedback so that we can provide even better services in the coming days.

• For trekkers who haven’t got mountaineering experience.
• It requires basic ice axe and crampon skills.
• It’s a trekking peak rather than climbing, non-technical climbers can also achieve it.
• Mera Peak Summit (6461m), Nepal Guide Treksguarantee you for 98% success rate.
• You can get a basic level of Teahouse during trekking part and Tented Camp during climbing.
• Mera Peak does not need to fix rope, but be smart bring 50 meters main rope.
• If you don’t have any equipment for climbing, Nepal Guide Treks provides you climbing gear.
• For mountaineering in Nepal, Please bring your insurance coverage for trekking/Mountaineering.

Well, Mera peak is one of the peaks of Mahalangur section, the same Himalayan range where Mt Everest lies. If you don’t know, the Mahalangur section of Himalaya is located in the north most side of Nepal in the Solukhumbu region.

Mera peak is as tall as with the height of 6,476m( i.e. 21,247ft). This peak is claimed as one of the highest trekking peaks in the world. There are three main summits of this peak; Mera North(6,476m), Mera Central(6,461m), and Mera South(6,065m).

If you are talking about the exact climbing time from the base camp to the summit, then it takes around 6 hours to climb. But, if you are looking for the total duration of the Mera Peak expedition, then it takes up to 3 weeks to start from and end at Kathmandu.

You will be getting both of the services for some charges. The satellite phone is used to make calls which cost around USD 3 per minute. But, in the emergency cases, you will communicate without any charges. Our team will carry such phones on the trip for your needs. The Internet is a bit slow on the trail of this journey, but you can surf it until Khare(5000m).

Mera Peak is the highest trekking peak in Nepal and a top choice among mountaineering beginners who want to gain some experience in the snow-clad slopes before taking on the highest peaks in the world. Mera Peak expedition is considered to be a non-technical climbing and the climbers scale on pretty much a straightforward climbing route.

Although Mera Peak climbing is considered a ‘non-technical climb’ it has been labeled as a ‘moderately difficult’ expedition. Mera Peak expedition has been graded as ‘Alpine Grade PD’ in the Alpine grading system, which indicates that there are some challenging and technical segments on the mountain.

Mera Peak Climbing was previously graded as an ‘Alpine Grade F’ grading, as it was just a straightforward climb to the summit. However, due to changes in the glacial segment and the technical segments that climbers have to overcome during the summit push, its difficulty level was upgraded.

There is a snowy dome 40- 50 meters before the summit that climbers have to overcome using jumars on the fixed rope during the Mera Peak expedition. That’s the only challenging part of this expedition that is specifically designed for the budding mountaineers.

As the Mera Peak expedition is a fully guided adventure, our expert mountaineering guides and crew members will take excellent care of you prioritizing the safety factors. So, you don’t have to worry about anything while climbing, just enjoy the view and relish the memories that are gonna last a lifetime.

Mera peak expedition is possible any time of the year with right gears and preparations. But, during the off-seasons(other than March to May and September to November) you may not find fixed ropes and ladders for climbing. They are taken off as the off-season sees no or very fewer adventurers, and harsh snowfall weather can make them lost. Therefore, the two most favourable times for Mera Peak ascending are from March to May( Spring) and September to November(Autumn).

The average recommended period for high-altitude adventures in the Himalayas is 4- 6 weeks. However as the Mera Peak expedition is a combination of both trekking and climbing, you are recommended to prepare for it at least 4- 6 months prior to the adventure.

You need to mostly focus on strength and endurance training as the Mera Peak Climbing is a physically demanding exploration. The cardiovascular and mental preparation are some other aspects that you have to train for a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.

Here are some training exercises that you can include in your training program to prepare for Mera Peak Climbing.

Although most climbers make the mistake of overlooking the mental preparation factor, you shouldn’t underestimate it as how determined and prepared you are significantly affects the success rate.

You have to prepare for any kind of inconvenience, discomfort, or challenges that you may face during your Mera Peak expedition. Here are some factors you could include in your mental preparation part.

• Mediation for calmness
• Practice control breathing
• Positive mindset
• Get comfortable leaving your comfort zone
• Stay determined and focussed
• Positive self-talk
• Lower your expectations

Note: It is recommended that you should do a practice hike on the steep landscapes close to you carrying a significant backpack with weight. This will stimulate the real experience and challenges you have to face during your Mera Peak expedition. Similarly, breaking in the trekking boots will help you to check their comfort level and save you from long painful walking hours during each day of the trek.

Altitude Sickness is one of the main concerns during high altitude adventures like Trekking and Climbing. During Mera Peak climbing the altitude gain is significant as you will traverse across different altitude zones over 5000 meters.

The elevation of Mera High Camp is 5,300 meters and Central Mera Peak summit is 6,461 meters. In order to ensure successful ascent, it is essential to get accustomed to high altitudes. It is crucial to be aware of altitude sickness symptoms. The symptoms of Altitude sickness are:

• Headache
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Exhaustion
• Blocked Ears
• Shortness of breath
• Lack of appetite
• Having difficulties to sleep

Some preventive measures you can take to minimize the risk of altitude sickness are:

• Ascend slowly ; do not overexert yourself.
• Stay hydrated throughout the journey.
• Incorporate acclimatization days during the journey to adjust in the high altitudes.
• There are preventive medications that are available which helps to prevent the symptoms, you can consult with your doctor before taking it.

Not at all, we will provide all of the required mountaineering gears. You just need to bring personal and trekking equipment. Or else, you can buy or rent those things from us hereafter you arrive. To know more about the packing list for Mera Peak climbing, click the link.

The permits are necessary because it helps to keep the record of trekkers and climbers. Similarly, the revenue collected through it is used for the regulation of trekkings and climbings and preservation of the natural environment. To climb Mera Peaks you need to obtain the following permits:

The Climbing Permit

The Mera Peak climbing permit is issued by the Nepal Mountaineering Association and it costs US$ 250 if you ascend the peak in spring. Similarly, if you plan to summit it in autumn the cost of permit is US$ 125. In the winter and summer seasons, the permit costs US$ 70. You will need this permit for both of the routes of Mera Peak.

Local Area Permits: The local area permit is required for Mera Peak climbing and it

costs Rs. 2000 (US$ 15).

Sagarmatha National Park Permit: The cost of Sagarmatha National Park permit is Rs. 3000 (US$22.31)

Travel Insurance is crucial during high altitude adventures. Trekking and expeditions are adventurous and exciting but there are also certain risks that come along with it.

During Mera Peak Climbing you will be traversing across diverse terrains for several days. Having travel insurance helps you stay financially protected from such risks. Selecting policy which provides coverage for helicopter evacuation during emergencies is important during high altitude trekking and peak climbing.

Travel insurance has a policy that provides coverage for medical expenses because of illness or injuries during the journey. In addition it also provides coverage for lost or stolen baggage and trip interruption, delays or cancellation. So, it is very important to get travel insurance for peak climbing.

Yes, there are chances of various accidents, injuries, theft, etc. that can happen in a climb. Travel insurance keeps you on the safe side of all of the emergencies. Some of the good insurance companies also provide emergency evacuation in case of altitude sickness. Therefore, travel insurance is not a must have thing in the expedition.

Yes, of course, our crew members will be at Kathmandu airport before your arrival to provide hotel transfer. And, also, you will get a hassle-free drop at the airport during the departure. You don’t have to worry about anything when you are with us.

Mera peak is an easy climbing peak that has no technical sections. So, you don’t need to carry any oxygen cylinders or Gamow Bag. But, the crew members of our team will always pose emergency supplies for sudden cases. So, don’t worry at all, we will have all of the things that you may need.

Without a second thought, yes, the crew members, including the mountaineering guide, are very much experienced in this field. Our guides are licensed ones from the Nepal Mountaineering Association, and you can learn about their experience within a second of interaction.

Up to 15 kg is a weight limit which does not need extra cost on the Lukla flight. If you have a backpack heavier than that, the maximum extra limit is 25 to 30 kg which is also liable for extra costs.

Yes, your expedition team consists of one porter for one climber. The number of porters allocated for an expedition group is respective with the total number of members in the group. And, such porters can carry 25 kg of weight on the hilly, slopped and difficult trails.

Till Khare, there are average kinds of lodges out there to provide basic cuisines. But once you cross the Khare until return, you will be eating food cooked by the crew members. If here needs a list of food items, the list is like this:

• Dal Bhat
• Noodles
• Potatoes
• Bread
• Porridge
• Macaroni
• Pasta
• Eggs
• Cheese etc

There will be no complaint about the accommodation that you will get while in Kathmandu. A number of good hotels are there providing the quality stay. But, once you start the journey and reach the Lukla region(Everest region), there are tea houses with very basic facilities. You cannot expect quality service there rather be happy with what you have. Accommodation is at its difficult level after leaving the Khare to climb. You have to spend two to three days in the tented camp. With the right gear and equipment, you can get good sleep. For the toiletries, there will be special kinds of equipment to manage the wastage.

The teahouses are equipped with solar panels which gives enough electricity to charge your devices. But you have to pay some extra costs for the charging; the teahouses don’t provide it freely.

You can get a visa from the Immigration office placed at Kathmandu airport. You have to submit a visa application form along with a valid passport, two passport-sized photos and the visa fees. The Visa fees are as below:

• Two weeks– 30 USD
• One Month(i.e. Four weeks)- 50 USD
• Three Month(i.e. 90 Days)- 125 USD

Visa extension fees: Your visa extension should be at least 15 days which costs 45 USD. But if you wish to extend even more than 15 days then you have to pay 3 USD per day. That means from the 16th day of extension you have to pay 3 USD per day. Things required to get a Nepal Visa:

• Two recent and clear passport-sized photos with a light backdrop
• Visa fee in USD currency
• A valid passport that has at least six months to get expired

The package cost of any of the climbing companies is based upon the success rate of the company, clients requirement and how the company manages the whole expedition. If you ask the cost of the Mera peak expedition from the Nepal Guide Treks and Expeditions team, it is USD 2,555 per person.

Mera Peak expedition is a long journey of 18 days, and in those days you will be spending on the other expenses. Those cost heads can be some gifts, drinks, energy bars, tips, donations etc. And there are no ATMs up there in the trail, so you better cash out while in Kathmandu. We think that 250 to 300 USD would be enough to cover most of the extra costs. But extra expenses depend on your habits, choice and preference, so if you are a good spender, then carry some good money.

Tipping is more like a tradition in the Nepali trekking and climbing journey. Every guide and porter expect some amount of tip after providing the service. There are no exact figures about how much to tip a guide and porters. But, you can give any amount you like, it’s all your choice and is not necessary as well. Normally, a guide gets around USD 200$ and the porter gets around 100$ each after the completion of the trip.