
Mera Peak 6461m Climbing Trip, Nepal
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