Mera Peak Climbing

Welcome to Nepal! Once you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), our staff will warmly welcome you and transfer you directly to your booked hotel. Check in and freshen up. After that, we’ll meet you for a detailed briefing about your upcoming Mera Peak expedition. We’ll go over the itinerary and prepare you for the challenges ahead. You may inquire about any questions you have. Then you’re free to do as you please.

The journey to Mera Peak Climb begins with a flight from either Kathmandu or Manthali to Lukla. If you are traveling during peak season, such as spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), your flight is most likely to depart from Ramechhap’s Manthali Airport. In this situation, you must drive from Kathmandu to Manthali Airport in Ramechhap, which takes approximately 4-5 hours, and then take a 20-minute flight to Lukla. However, if you are traveling in the off-season, you’ll get a direct flight from Kathmandu, which takes 30 minutes to reach Lukla.

Once there, you can take a rest at the lodge. Then, go explore the local market, visit small shops, or simply enjoy the stunning mountain views. This day will help you adjust to the higher altitude and prepare mentally for the trek ahead. Rest well for the exciting trip to Mera Peak.

For the first day of trekking, we will trek to Chutanga after enjoying a hearty breakfast. The route for the Mera Peak climb begins with an uphill ascent from Lukla. There will be forests of rhododendron and pine, as well as open yak grazing lands. Then, we trek past small settlements and mountain pastures known as Kharkas to reach Chutanga at 3,020 meters. We stay overnight in a cozy lodge here, resting for the days ahead.

From Chutanga, we continue our trek to Mera Peak through the beautiful Hinku Valley. We climb steadily to cross the Zatrwa La Pass (4,640 meters). Then, we walk a straight path for some time. We go upward through vibrant rhododendron forests. Next, we descend slightly through bamboo jungles and pass a secluded stone cave beside a river. After some more walking, we finally reach Chetarwa at 4,300 meters, where we stay overnight in a cozy lodge.

Today, we resume our Mera Peak summit trek with a gentle descent. At first, we pass through narrow paths lined with bamboo and tall pine forests. We catch our first striking glimpse of the Mera Peak and the Hinku Valley below. Along the way, keep an eye out for mountain wildlife, such as Himalayan tahr, musk deer, Himalayan monal pheasants, and eagles, among the trees. We stop for a warm lunch at a cozy teahouse at Tashing Dingma. Afterwards, we continue trekking along the river ridge until we reach Kote for an overnight stay at a lodge.

Leaving Kote, the trekking route follows the ridge above the Hinku Khola, with Mera Peak towering in the background. We stop for lunch at Gondishung, a summer herder settlement on the west bank of the Hinku Drangka. After lunch, we continue past the 200-year-old Lungsumgba Gompa, where you’ll see Mera Peak carved into a rock along with its climbing route. You can see trekkers stop here to offer incense and prayers for a successful summit. We’ll do the same, and a short walk further brings us to Thagnag. It is a summer grazing area with basic lodges and small shops. We spend the night here in a lodge.

Today is reserved for acclimatization and side hikes in Tangnag. After breakfast, we take a 3-4 hour hike to the Charpate Himal Glacier, surrounded by dramatic peaks. To the north of Tangnag lies a massive moraine that holds a beautiful frozen lake called Sabal Tsho, one of the highlights of this day. From this spot, we’ll also get an excellent close-up view of Mera North. For those who feel spontaneous, you can climb to a cairn at 5,270 meters on the slopes of Kusum Kanguru (6,367 meters). It is both rewarding and beneficial for acclimatization. After exploring, we return to the lodge.

After breakfast, we trek toward Khare Camp (5,045 m). The Mera Peak trip route crosses the Dig Glacier and reaches Dig Kharka, where we’ll see stunning views of Charpate Himal. The trail then climbs over rocky moraines. After that, it passes by Hinku Nup and Shar Glaciers. As the altitude rises, the air gets thinner, and the path becomes steeper. We walk slowly, taking in the rugged beauty. By afternoon, we arrive at Khare, where we stay at a lodge and rest for the night.

Today is a short but important day as we head to Mera Base Camp (5,350 m) via Mera La Pass (5,415 m). We make a steep ascent to the Mera Glacier, where we’ll see colorful prayer flags fluttering in the wind. We walk for about 30 minutes on ice, enjoying stunning views of Mera Peak along the way. After a short descent of around 100 meters, we reach the base camp. We set up tents here and rest for the night in preparation for the summit push.

From Mera Base Camp (5,350 m), the trail climbs to High Camp (5,780 m). We make a gradual ascent over ice-covered terrain. We walk along breathtaking views of towering Himalayan giants like Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), Cho Oyu (8,201 m), Kanchenjunga (8,596 m), and many other peaks. Then, we arrive at High Camp at the base of a large rocky cliff. It’s slightly sheltered and surprisingly warmer than expected at this altitude. From here, we can enjoy spectacular views of both sunrise and sunset. Tonight, we sleep in tents, preparing for the final summit push.

Today is the most important and exciting day of the entire journey. We wake up around 2:00 a.m., gear up, and have a light breakfast before starting the climb. With headlamps on, we begin ascending slowly and steadily. If the weather is favorable, we reach the summit of Mera Peak (6,476 m) in 4 to 6 hours. The view from the top is unforgettable, a true Himalayan masterpiece. You’ll see Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Kanchenjunga, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lobuche, and other snowy peaks stretching in every direction. All the effort fades in that one breathtaking moment.

After spending about 20-30 minutes at the summit, we begin descending back to Khare through High Camp. Then, we rest for the night after an incredible day.

Normally, the climb to Mera Peak summit doesn’t require an extra day at High Camp. We plan to reach the summit and start descending on the same day. However, mountain weather can be unpredictable. If the weather is poor or unsafe for the summit of Mera Peak, we may need to stay an additional night at High Camp. We will wait for conditions to improve. Safety always comes first on this expedition.

Now that we’ve conquered the great Mt. Mera summit, we start our trek back down through the beautiful Hinku Valley. The path leads us to Kote, where we stay at a lodge for the night. Relax and celebrate your achievement with your trekking group. Share stories, laughter, and the joy of completing this amazing climb. Enjoy a cozy evening by the campfire or under the open sky. After a day full of emotions and memories, rest deeply and recharge for the journey ahead.

We retrace our steps from Kote to Chetarwa, again climbing through the lush forest on the west side of the Hinku Valley. Surrounded by vibrant red rhododendron forests, it’s a pleasant walk along well-trodden Himalayan trails. On the way, we enjoy stunning views of the Mera peaks: Mera North, Mera Central, and Mera South, lying just below the Zatrwa La pass. We spend the night camping at Chetarwa, resting for the next day’s trek.

Today is the last day of our trek. We start by climbing a few hundred meters to Zatrwa La Pass via Chetarwa, the final climb of the trip. After reaching the top, we descend to Chutanga. From there, we continue our descent to Lukla village, where the trek officially comes to an end. In the evening, we celebrate with the team over a farewell dinner at a teahouse, sharing memories from the journey before resting for the night.

This is our last morning in the mountains. Depending on our flight schedule and the travelling season, we head to Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla and take the thrilling 30-minute flight to Kathmandu or Manthali airport. If you fly to Manthali airport, our representative will pick you up, drive you back to Kathmandu, and drop you off at your hotel. We hope you had a fantastic peak climbing experience with us. Namaste!

Tip: Book the left-side seats, which offer the best views of the Himalayan peaks, including Everest, from the plane.