Basic travel information

The trek to Nepal’s highest hiking peak begins with a flight to the village of Lukla, south of Mount Everest.

The hiking trail of the climbing trip runs through rugged and barren landscapes over high gorges into the Hinku Valley, which leads towards the Mera Mountains. Rising to 6,461 meters, the peak of Mera is one of the southernmost in the region and beautifully separates the Indian plains from the highest mountains in the world. The landscape from the top is a breathtaking experience.

The climbing trip is well suited for an experienced hiker and the first mountaineering expedition. The route is technically easy, but the steep paths of the approach and the thin air make it physically challenging.

Itinerary

DAY 1 – FLIGHTS TO NEPAL

Flights from Finland overnight to Nepal.

DAY 2 – KATHMANDU

Arrival in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. transportation to the hotel and free time for eg last minute equipment purchases.

ACCOMMODATION AT
HOTEL MOON LIGHT OR SIMILAR

DAY 3 – LUKLA – PAIYU

In the morning we fly in a small plane to Lukla. Our equipment will be transferred aboard the sherpa carriers and we will begin the trek by going downhill to Paiyu at the bottom of the valley where we will stay.

ACTIVITIES
HIKING

ACCOMMODATION IN A
GUEST HOUSE

DAY 4 – PANGGOM

On the second day of hiking, we will gradually ascend to Panggom, at 2,800 meters, where we will stay.

ACTIVITIES
HIKING

ACCOMMODATION IN A
GUEST HOUSE

DAY 5 – DZOMSHAWA

We start the day by climbing towards Panggom Lan Gorge (3174m) with great mountain views. We descend from the pass to Dzomshawa where we will stay for the next 2 nights.

ACTIVITIES
HIKING

ACCOMMODATION IN A
GUEST HOUSE

DAY 6 – DZOMSHAWA

First day of rest for acclimatization. During the day, there is time to service the equipment and enjoy the stunning scenery.

ACCOMMODATION IN
GUESTHOUSE

DAY 7 – KHOTE

We continue our hike in the Hinku valley towards the village of Khote (3580m), following the river running at the bottom of the valley.

ACTIVITIES
HIKING

ACCOMMODATION IN
GUESTHOUSE

DAY 8 – KHOTE

Rest day in the village of Khote. During the day there is time to maintain the equipment, relax and enjoy the scenery or walk along the village track.

ACCOMMODATION IN A
GUEST HOUSE

DAY 9 – TANGNAK

The path to Tangnak runs along a flat but rocky riverside, the streams of which have been shaped as a result of a tsunami caused by an avalanche years ago. Overnight in Tangnak (4300m).

ACTIVITIES
HIKING

ACCOMMODATION IN A
GUEST HOUSE

DAY 10 – TANGNAK

Rest day in Tangnak.

ACCOMMODATION IN
GUESTHOUSE

DAY 11 – KHARE

The journey towards the last village of the Hinku Valley, Kharea, begins with a visit to the glacier lake that is along the way. We will stay the next 2 nights in Khare (4850m).

ACTIVITIES
HIKING

ACCOMMODATION IN
GUESTHOUSE

DAY 12 – KHARE

Rest day in Khare. Equipment maintenance and planning for future take-off days.

ACCOMMODATION IN A
GUEST HOUSE

DAY 13 – BASIC CAMP

We ascend a steep rocky path towards the Mera Glacier. Unlike other groups, we set up a base camp at the foot of the glacier. (I)

ACTIVITIES
HIKING

ACCOMMODATION IN
TENT

DAY 14 – UPPER CAMP

We ascend the glacier and pass through it past the Mera Lan gorge. Stunning views of the world’s highest mountains, Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Kanchenjunga. (UNDER)

ACTIVITIES
HIKING

ACCOMMODATION IN
TENT

DAY 15 – MERA PEAK

We wake up after midnight and have breakfast before we leave at about two o’clock. At the foot of the summit, we are preparing for the final dawn. We use a fixed rope to ascend the last ten meters to the top. After the peak, we return down to Khare. (A, L)

ACTIVITIES
CLIMBING

ACCOMMODATION
TENT / INN

DAY 16 – RESERVE DAY

A reserve day for the peak if the conditions or the condition of the group do not give up to the first day of the peak. (A, L)

ACCOMMODATION
TENT / PENSION

DAY 17 – KHOTE

We start our return towards Lukla by walking from the Hinku valley to Khote.

ACTIVITIES
HIKING

ACCOMMODATION IN
GUESTHOUSE

DAY 18 – CHETRALA

We start the almost all day climb towards the Chetra Lan Pass (4610m).

ACTIVITIES
HIKING

ACCOMMODATION IN
GUESTHOUSE

DAY 19 – LUKLA

The last day of the hike will take us along varied trails back towards Lukla, where we will celebrate the end of the trip with the whole expedition.

ACTIVITIES
HIKING

ACCOMMODATION IN
GUESTHOUSE

DAY 20 – LUKLA – KATHMANDU

Return flight from Lukla to Kathmandu with free time for shopping or relaxation.

ACCOMMODATION AT
HOTEL MOON LIGHT OR SIMILAR

DAY 21 – KATHMANDU

We will visit the sights of Kathmandu and relax before returning. Farewell dinner and overnight stay in Kathmandu. (OH)

ACCOMMODATION AT
HOTEL MOON LIGHT OR SIMILAR

DAY 22 – RETURN FLIGHT

Day free program in Kathmandu. Transfer to the airport and flight to Istanbul, where overnight stay at the airport hotel. (OH)

DAY 23 – RETURN TO FINLAND

Morning flight from Istanbul to Helsinki. (A)

MEALS: [A] BREAKFAST [L] LUNCH [I] DINNER