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Trip Code

105

Destination

Annapurna Region, Nepal

Region

Everest Region

Trip Grade

Grade 5 : Very Strenuous

Accommodation

Tea House

Start / End Point

Lukla

Durations

12 Days

Max. Altitude

6,461m/21,199ft

Meals Included

Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner

Group Size

1-15 Pax

Best Season

March- May & Sep - Nov

Transportation

Flight

Trip Highlights

Climb the highest trekking peak in Nepal with an experienced local Sherpa crew

Take the shortest route to climb Mera Peak. This 13 days' itinerary is the shortest Mera Peak Climbing Itinerary.

Trek through the Khumbu Valley and the rarely visited Hinku Valley.

En route cross a beautiful high mountain pass of Zatrwa La and several glaciers

A straightforward route to the summit with minimal technical climbing

Close up views of five 8,000 meter peaks from the summit - Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Makalu

The climbing guide is a Mount Everest summiteer with more than 20 years of mountaineering experience.

Trip Overview

Mera Peak Climbing Itinerary of 13 days takes you to Nepal's highest trekking peak, Mera Peak. Lying in the Hinku Valley of Everest Region, Mera Peak is a popular climbing peak with an easy route. A favorite of many climbers who come to Nepal, Mera Peak is the perfect acclimatization peak if you are planning to climb Mount Everest or any of the major peaks in the Khumbu Region.

The route to Mera Peak lies off-the-beaten-path in the rarely visited Hinku Valley. The trail is secluded, and the area is wild and pristine, with very few human settlements. Most nights, you will be sleeping at teahouses located at isolated kharkas or summer camps of yak herders.

You make your summit push after spending a night camping at Mera High Camp (5,780m). The route is easy, and very little technical climbing is involved. Thin mountain air and freezing cold are the only two issues that will make your ascent difficult. The Himalayan panorama from the summit is stunning. Mount Everest and other 8,000 meter peaks appear close to the summit. You make your descent to Lukla via the same route.

Safety of the team members while trekking and climbing are paramount and given top priority. An experienced local Sherpa climbing guide leads our Mera Peak Climbing with +20 years of climbing experience.

If you want to acclimatize more days, we have Mera Peak Climbing 18 days itinerary via Paiya, Panggom, and Ramailo Dandna. Similarly, Mera Peak Climbing and Amphu Lapcha Pass 21 days itinerary is a unique itinerary to climb Mera Peak and cross the challenging Amphu Lapcha Pass in the wild Hongu valley. You can choose to skip Lukla's flight or any mountain flight and head to Mera Peak via Phaplu, traversing a different route starting from Khari Khola.

Detailed Itinerary

We take a morning flight to Lukla. If we are lucky enough to get a ticket for the first flight, we get to fly directly from Kathmandu to Lukla. If not, we drive to Rammechhap and proceed to Lukla by flight.

After reaching Lukla, we meet the rest of the crew, sort our luggage, and trek to Chatunga. The trail goes through up through forests and fields. Chatunga, with a couple of stone houses, lies surrounded by cliffs and mountains. We spend the night at a local teahouse.

Overnight at a teahouse in Chatunga.

Altitude:3,100m/10,168ft
Duration:4 to 5 hours
Accommodation:Tea house

From Chatunga, we head to our next destination Thuli Kharka via the Zatra La Pass. We walk past rhododendron forests and grazing pastures of yaks. It is a tough crossing, and we can feel the altitude. We climb the Kalo Himal ridge covered with stones and prayer flags. A couple of minutes later, we come to Zatrwa La Pass. The pass separates the Khumbu Valley and Hinku Valley. We stop for a while to take pictures and soak in the views.

Later we walk on a stony path to Thuli Kharka. Thuli Kharka, which means ‘big meadow,’ is surrounded by big boulders and stubby grass and shrubs. Used as a camp by yak herders, Thuli Kharka only has a couple of teahouses. On reaching Thuli Kharka, we head to a teahouse and take a well-deserved rest.

Overnight at a teahouse in Thuli Kharka.

Altitude:4,600m/15,092ft)
Duration:5 to 6 hours
Accommodation:Tea house

We take the downhill trail to Kothe. En route, we enjoy outstanding views of the Hinku Valley, Kusum Kanguru, Peak 43, and the south face of Mera Peak. The trail goes through a beautiful forest of pine and rhododendron. If you are making this trip in spring, the rhododendrons will be in full bloom and the trail will look heavenly. At Kothe, you are in Hinku Valley. Make your way to a local teahouse and have a goodnight’s sleep.

 

Altitude:3,691m/12,107ft
Duration:6 to 7 hours
Accommodation:Tea house

Head on to the Upper Hinku valley. As we get higher, the treeline disappears. There are no major villages at this altitude, only kharkas or grazing meadows for yaks. On the way, we stop at Gondishung for tea and refreshments. Stunning views of Mera Peak, Charpati Himal, Kusum Kanguru, and Thamserku delight us.

We also visit Lungsumgba Gompa, a 200-year old Buddhist shrine. The local crew will pray for the well-being of the team and a successful ascent at the shrine. After an hour of walking, we reach Thaknak. From our teahouse, we savor a close-up view of Charpati Himal.

Overnight at a teahouse in Thaknak.

Altitude:4,358m/14,295ft
Duration:3 to 4 hours
Accommodation:Tea house

Today’s trek takes us to Khare. It is a short but difficult hike as we are steadily gaining altitude. We ascend the Dig Glacier and weave past the glacial lake of Charpati Tal. We slowly descend to Dig Kharka. From here, we get magnificent views of Kyeshar Glacier, Mera Peak, and Charpati Himal. Climb up the Hinku Nup and Shar glaciers before finally making your way to Khare.

Khare, also called the Mera Peak Base Camp, lies at the foot of Mera Peak. There are a couple of teahouses and climbing gear and equipment outlets. After checking in at a lodge, enjoy the incredible view of Mera Peak’s north face.

Overnight at a teahouse in Khare.

Altitude:5,045m/16,548ft
Duration:3 to 4 hours
Accommodation:Tea house

An acclimatization day before your climb lets you take part in pre-climb training conducted by our guides. You will get to try out your climbing skills before making it to the mountain. Ascend and descend on the rocky slope using harness and climbing equipment. Learn to make knots and the correct way to belay and rappel. If this is your first Himalayan peak, this training will be helpful for you as our experienced climbing guides will share some practical knowledge and really helpful tips that will help you do a safe climb.

There will be a final gear and equipment check, and you will pack for your summit push. There are gear and equipment rental outlets, and you rent out personal gear and equipment if you wish.

Please note that size 12 and above climbing boots are not available in Nepal. If you wear boots of that size, you need to bring them from home.

Overnight at a teahouse in Khare.

Altitude:5,045m/16,548ft
Duration:3 to 4 hours
Accommodation:Tea house

A steep and rocky path leads us to Mera La. We can enjoy splendid views of Mera Peak’s three summits – Mera South (6,065m), Mera North (6,476m), and Mera Central (6,461m) and. The summit we are trying to reach is Mera Central. A straightforward ascent up the Mera Glacier brings us to Mera Peak high camp, and It is an easy hike with a gradual incline. Up to this point, there is no technical climbing. The only issue is high altitude and cold, which makes taking each step a struggle.

At Mera High Camp, comforting hot drinks and soup will be waiting for us prepared by our local crew. Mount Everest (8,848m), Kanchenjunga (8,586m), Lhotse (8,516m), Cho Oyu (8,188m), and Makalu (8,485m) – five of the 14 eight-thousanders are visible from the high camp. You can also enjoy amazing views of Chamlang (7,319m), Baruntse (7,129m), and Gaurishanker (7,134m).

Tonight we will be camping in tents – 1 tent per climber. Have an early night as we have a long day tomorrow.

Overnight at tented camp in Mera High Camp.

Altitude:5,780m/18,958ft
Duration:5 to 6 hours
Accommodation:Tea house

We get ready and hit the slopes at 2 AM. Our headlights are lighting the way we rope up and walk secured by man-rope. We cross the Mera glacier and climb gradually. The terrain is not that difficult to maneuver, but the cold air and low oxygen level slow us down. The last 40-50 meters to the summit is the hardest and the most challenging climb. On a steep incline, we use fixed rope and jumars to climb to the snowy dome of the Mera Peak summit.

By 9-10 AM, we reach the summit. We celebrate our conquest while enjoying the close-up views of Mount Everest (8,848m), Makalu (8,481m, Kanchenjunga (8,586m), Lhotse (8,516m), and Cho Oyu (8,201m). After capturing this historic moment in our cameras and leaving mementos (if you brought any) at the summit, we head down to High Camp. We only spend 5 to 10 minutes at the summit.

At the camp, the local crew will greet us with a hot brew (tea/coffee) or soup. We rest for a while and make a quick descent after lunch. We trek down to Khare and head to a teahouse.At the evening, we celebrate our achievement and later have a good night’s rest.

Overnight at a teahouse in Khare.

Altitude:5,045m/16,548ft
Duration:11 to 12 hours
Accommodation:Tea house

This is a reserved day for the summit if our summit bid on Day 9 gets canceled due to bad weather or member health problem. If everything goes smoothly, this day can also be used for emergencies like flight delays or unforeseen events that may lead us to cancel a day during our trip. If everything rolls out as planned, this extra day can be used to go a little bit slow and explore some more places on the trail. Or you can take this extra day in sightseeing in Kathmandu.

We will be retracing our steps back to Kothe. The majestic mountains are now hidden, obscured by the towering rocky cliffs. It’s going to be an extended day, however, if we haven’t utilized the contingency day on the 10th day, we have the option to use it on this day.

We make an ascent to the west of Hinku Valley, walking down a trail covered with rhododendron trees. It is an up and down trail. We arrive at Thuli Kharka, a summer camp of local yak herders, a final hike up a path.

Overnight at a teahouse in Thuli Kharka.

Altitude:4,300m/14,104ft
Duration:8 to 10 hours
Accommodation:Tea house

Leaving Thuli Kharka, we once again cross the Zatrwa La pass (4,600m) pass. In about 2 hours we reach the pass. The view is incredible, and we can view part of the trail that we crossed. Hinku Valley, Numbur Himal, Kongde, Dudh Kunda, and Khumbila look amazing. We walk to Lukla taking a downward trail.

At Lukla, we enjoy a hot shower and a good meal. In the evening we have a small party to celebrate the success of our trip. Our local crew join us and make our last evening in the mountains memorable.

Overnight at a teahouse in Lukla.

We return to Kathmandu by flight. After reaching the city, we head to our hotel and take a rest. You can spend the rest of the day relaxing at the hotel or exploring the city. You can walk down Thamel and shop for souvenirs. Local markets also lie within walking distance from Thamel.

Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Altitude:(1,400m/4,593ft
Duration:35 minutes flight
Accommodation:hotel

Our representative will drive you to the international airport 3 hours before your flight departs. If you want to explore more of Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, or India, do let us know.

Cost Includes

  • Airport and hotel transfer with private transportation
  • Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu flight and airport departure taxes
  • Accommodations total 13 days at lodges. 1 day at camp. Twin sharing basis.
  • Tents during climbing
  • Meals. Standard meals - 15 Breakfasts, 14 Lunches, and 14 Dinners (with seasonal fruits).
  • Group gears and supplies (ropes, ice screws, snow bars)
  • All camping equipment (kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, table, chair, and kitchen utensils)
  • Government licensed, experienced, and qualified trekking/climbing leader,
  • cook, and porters to help trekkers luggage. (2 trekkers: 1 porter) Maximum
  • luggage weight load 18 kg per porter.
  • Guides and porter costs, meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, flight, and other necessary equipment
  • Mera Peak Permit, Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit & TIMS Card fees
  • All government and local taxes
  • Rescue operations arrangements in case of complicated health conditions (funded by travel insurance).
  • Good karma Trekking’s climbing achievement certificate after the successful trek/expedition.
  • Farewell dinner at the end of the trek in Kathmandu

Cost Excludes

  • International flight costs
  • Meals and accommodations in Kathmandu.
  • Extra night accommodations and meals in Kathmandu due to early arrival or late departure
  • All personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, bar bills, hot (tea/coffee), cold, alcoholic drinks, snacks, fees for hot water, battery recharge, incidental expenses, tips for guides and porters, etc
  • Personal clothing and climbing gear
  • Travel insurance
  • Any expense not included in the "what is included" list above

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Most Common FAQs

Yes, of course you will need a climbing permit. Climbing permits can be easily acquired through a registered and licensed agency. A person will require at least one or more trekking permits including the national park entry permit and local area permit besides the climbing permit. You need not worry when you are traveling with Good Karma Trekking because all your required permits will be taken care of and arranged before your arrival in the country.

Drinking water issues have really been chronic in the entire country since a long time. The sources of drinking water in the mountains are river or stream water but we do not recommend these to our clients as far as possible. The water may be highly contaminated causing various illnesses during your journey. While trekking up to the base camp, drinking water will be available in the teahouses, either from taps, boiled water or bottled water. We also suggest for the use of steriPEN or other water purifying agents. During the peak climbing time, water is not available so it needs to be carried all the way up to the top. For our customers, we will provide bottled water or boiled and sterilized water to refill in the water bottles or water bladders.

Different agencies have their own group sizes for trekking as well as for peak climbing trips.Good Karma Trekking always considers a small group adventure. Moreover, we are specialized for customized and tailor-made trips. Although 8 to 10 people are the right group size for effective costing factors, we do not stick to this rule. Even if we have a solo traveler who is unable to join a group due to any reason, we will make arrangements for his climb.

Bringing out typical tastes of peak climbing in Nepal, both Island Peak and Mera Peak have their own set of peculiarities. There are some significant differences in the climbing aspects of Mera Peak vs Island Peak Climbing. Mera Peak is slightly higher than Island Peak while Island Peak, with more steep ice climbs, is considered a little more technical than Mera Peak. Mera Peak is high but has very few challenges like crevasses while Island Peak has numerous challenging sections and the headwall, the narrow ridge to the top and several icefalls make it rather difficult. Mera can be climbed without proper mountaineering skills while climbing Island Peak demands basic mountaineering as well as some technical knowledge. The rocky ridge, glacial walk, tapering summit, and ice walls make Island Peak climbing more susceptible to altitude sickness. In the final say, the climbing section at Island Peak is harder than that of Mera Peak. But, the trekking section up to the base camp of Mera Peak is harder than that of Island Peak. Also, the trail to Island Peak Base Camp is much more crowded that the trail to Mera Peak Base Camp.

You will be climbing along with other like-minded people unless you book for a private tour or we do not have a group on your preferred date. You will be guided by Good karma Trekking’s experienced and knowledgeable local climbing instructors or Sherpa climbing leaders who have been to the top of the peak successfully multiple times. Some climbing leaders have also summited Mt. Everest at least once or few times in their climbing career. Your guide will provide you with important tips and teach you the tricks while assisting you from day one. He will also provide you with pre-climbing training the day before summit at the base camp. Lot of cheap operators do not take this climbing trip seriously thereby risking your health or well-being, so be very prudent when you choose your climbing operator.

Although Mera Peak is known to be a ‘trekking peak’, it requires some mountaineering skills and equipment as the final lap includes some climbing. The right types of equipment and gears play a crucial role to successfully attempt the Mera Peak climb. We recommend the following gears and kits for Mera Peak climb: Waterproof Duffel Bag (Provided by Good karma trekking) 40L Back pack (daypack) Shirts and t-shirts Set of thermals (tops & bottoms) Fleece Jacket Shell Rain Jacket Down Jacket Lightweight hiking trousers Waterproof/Windproof pants Socks Buff Sun hat & sun glasses Gloves & Mittens Hiking boots Mountain climbing boots Flip flops and slippers Sleeping bag Water bottles Sun cream & lip balm Gaiters Personal toiletries Trekking pole Scarf & warm hat Besides the regular items that you would pack for a typical trekking trip in Nepal, read more for other essential peak climbing equipment and familiarize yourself with the kits you will be carrying along for the trip.

Mera Peak is known to be one of the highest climbing peaks of Nepal. It is not a difficult climb at an extreme altitude of 6,461m (21,190ft.) except for the final summit of 100m/328ft. with a steep that needs to be climbed vertically. Mera Peak climbing is a great introduction to high altitude climbing and the most appropriate practice climb before attempting for other challenging mountain expeditions. Getting to the base camp of Mera Peak all the way from Lukla on a regular trekking trail is, in fact the hard part. It is on the trekking segment where you must be ready to deal with tiresome days of hiking for several days and keeping yourself in a good shape and tackle with altitude sickness as well. The climbing section is easy and safe because of the fixed lines, so we highly recommend this climb even for a beginner who wants to climb an ice-peak. It is always wise to consult with experts like Good Karma Trekking before planning your trip emotionally. We will guide you and help you with all the requirements including physical fitness and exercises right from day one.

Generally, the price for climbing Mera Peak ranges from $3200 to $4600 per person. The price variation offered by different operators depend on a number of factors such as the services offered, number of days, various routes, accommodation, and many more. There are many operators who offer cheap prices but do not be lured just by their price tags. Many times, climbers have faced problems organizing their climbs with cheap operators because of their untrained and inexperienced leaders and crew members, low-quality equipment and very poor accommodation and food arrangements.

Mera Peak is a mountain that is above 6,000m (19,685ft.), so we recommend having an insurance policy that covers mountain air ambulance at least up to the altitude of the Mera Peak, which is 6,461m (21,190ft.). We also recommend you to get insured for medical issues, flight delays or cancellation, and trip cancellation due to pandemics, political instability, communal violence, and natural calamities. For more information regarding our insurance policy, please read our travel insurance section or contact us for more details.

There are many boots available in the market for high altitude but it is really important to find the right ones for you. In Nepal, the highest peak climbing mountain in Mera Peak at 6,461m (21,190ft.) and for higher altitude than this, proper mountaineering boots will be required. We suggest three types of shoes – for camping section, for trekking section, and for climbing section on the trail. For camping, normal running shoes or trainers are required. For trekking section, a good quality, warm, waterproof hiking boot with good ankle support is needed. While for the climbing section, mountaineering boots, high-altitude boots or double boots B3 will be necessary. We recommend La Sportiva and Scarpa boots. Shoes for trekking and climbing section are compulsory and they must be of the right fit and previously broken so that you may prevent possible blisters and ankle injuries

There are several factors to be considered when you have to choose the right peak-climbing operator. There are lots of operators offering peak climbing in Nepal these days and the only visible difference among them is their price tag. It is indeed very hard to choose a reliable operator just by looking at the price that they offer. The best possible way to choose the right operator for your climb is to check their itinerary – whether they have incorporated sufficient acclimatization days or not. Next, check out what their price includes, read customer reviews to find about the company’s safety and success records in the past. Don’t forget that your climbing leader and operational team are the key part in making the trip safe and successful. There are many hundreds of agencies operating treks and peak climbing trips but make sure the agency you choose is legally registered and licensed. It is also advantageous for you if your agency has a good many numbers of years of experience in the tourism industry. Stay away from cheap operators at all costs because they will manipulate their price by using untrained and unprofessional staff. They will use old or cheap gears and equipment which is prone to serious accidents during the climb. Also, make sure that the climbing operators you choose hire local trekking and climbing staff and cover different alternatives of traveling. Check out if the agency follows sustainable and responsible tourism or not and check out for their accomplishments and achievements.

Mera Peak is known to be the highest ‘trekking peak’ in Nepal and at an altitude that it stands, oxygen content in the atmosphere is considerably low. We suggest you not to target Mera Peak as you first high-altitude trek before attempting a lower peak to understand your body’s response to the elevations. Unless you have climbed any mountain peak of 4,000m (13,123ft.) and above without facing any problems, you should probably pause your Mera Peak climbing plans. Whereas, if you have already done a high-altitude trek in the past and managed it all well, then it is time for you to take on Mera Peak. Climbing Mera Peak is a tough challenge as you will be at or above 5,000m (16,404ft.) for 4 days. If you do not acclimatize well at this height, it could easily prompt altitude sickness. Although no technical skills are needed to climb Mera, the test is about stamina and endurance. Other dangers on this climb are the possibilities of extreme weather conditions.

Absolutely yes! Under normal circumstances, our booked trips are guaranteed to run. You will still be doing your trek even if other trekkers cancel their trip. This is the reason why Good karma Trekking is different from other agencies, who usually cancel their whole trip a month or even a week before the trip date. We are a tailor-made company and the number of participants does not stop our operation. If your trip has been canceled by your operator and you are in a last-minute stress, remember to find us to sort out your trip decisions. Please feel free to book your stress-free holidays with us. Unless there is a situation which is out of control such as a political riot, natural disaster, pandemic, epidemic or weather catastrophes, our trips are 100% guaranteed to run.

It is possible to climb Mera Peak all through the year although summer time is not recommended as it is also the monsoon period. However, spring and fall seasons are considered to be the best and most suitable time of the year for any climbing journey in the Himalayas. September through November is the fall season, also called autumn, and the temperatures are moderate and weather tends to be very clear. March through early June is the spring season and also the busiest climbing season of the year in Nepal. Mera Peak can also be attempted during the winter, but the extreme cold around this time could be hazardous for climbers who are not experienced enough to tackle the altitude as well as the biting cold.

Good Karma Trekking offers a lifetime deposit policy which allows you the flexibility to transfer your deposit to anyone or any other trip. If you wish to cancel your booked trips, certain cancelation charges apply. Please visit our booking terms and conditions for detailed information.

You will enjoy 3 hearty meals each day. Generally, you will have your breakfast and dinner at the same lodge where you will be staying. Lunch will be provided at tea houses or small restaurants along the trail. However, while staying in tented camps during the climb, we will serve packed lunch along with tea or coffee. Nevertheless, both breakfast and dinner are freshly prepared by our own climbing cooks. The meals contain fresh fruits and organic ingredients sourced from Kathmandu or local villages throughout the trek. The meals include a balanced diet of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats designed by the nutritionist. The chefs are trained in hygienic food preparation. If needed, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and kosher diets can be arranged with prior notice. Sample Menu Breakfast Beverage: black tea, milk tea, ginger lemon honey tea, lemon tea, hot lemon with honey, black coffee, milk coffee, hot chocolate Toast with jam or honey, toast omelet, pancake, Tibetan bread, porridge/ muesli Eggs on your choices American breakfast or Continental breakfastLunch Rice item: veg fried rice, egg fried rice, mixed fried rice, dal-bhaat Noodle item: vegetable fried noodle, mixed fried noodle Potato item: chips, fried potato, hash brown potato, veg fried potato, boiled potato Burger: veg burger, chicken burger, veg sandwich, chicken sandwich Pasta: spaghetti tomato sauce, macaroni cheese sauce Pizza: veg pizza, tomato cheese pizza, chicken pizza, mushroom pizza Momo (Nepali style dumplings): veg momo, chicken momo Meat item: chicken sizzler, chicken steak, yak steak Beverage: black tea, milk tea, ginger lemon honey tea, lemon tea, hot lemon with honey, black coffee, milk coffee, hot chocolate Dinner Soups: vegetable soup, mushroom soup, chicken soup, chicken noodle soup, Rara noodle soup, French onion soup, pumpkin soup, potato soup Main Meals Rice item: veg fried rice, egg fried rice, mixed fried rice, dal-bhaat Noodle item: vegetable fried noodle, mixed fried noodle Potato item: chips, fried potato, hash brown potato, veg fried potato, boiled potato Burger: veg burger, chicken burger, veg sandwich, chicken sandwich Pasta: spaghetti tomato sauce, macaroni cheese sauce Pizza: veg pizza, tomato cheese pizza, chicken pizza, mushroom pizza Momo (Nepali Dumplings): veg momo, chicken momo Meat item: chicken sizzler, chicken stake, yak stake Dessert: apple pie, chocolate cake, carrot cake, apple fritter, canned fruit Beverage: black tea, milk tea, ginger lemon honey tea, lemon tea, hot lemon with honey, black coffee, milk coffee, hot chocolate

Climbing as high as 6,500m (21,325ft.) is really not a JOKE! Mera Peak is comparatively higher than Island Peak yet it is not as much technical as the former. However, you may encounter numerous life-threatening situations on the snow-filled trails. Weather is always unpredictable on the mountains so there are safety concerns to be taken into account. To deal with all the safety parameters including altitude sickness and adverse weather conditions, it is always wise to choose a highly reputed operator with long years of handling experiences and that possesses a strong ground team members. Good Karma Trekking is one of the most highly reputed adventure companies with successful track records of Mera Peak climbing arrangement with full safety precautions and the most affordable prices.

You do not require technical mountaineering experience for Mera Peak climbing as long as you are fit and strong enough to walk for several hours for several days on varied terrains. You may need to hold the ropes, use ice pick, harness and ice boot on the slopes during the climb. Although the trekking section up to the base camp of Mera Peak is comparatively harder than that of Island Peak, the actual climb is easier with regards to several aspects. We recommend enthusiastic beginners in climbing or experienced trekkers looking for something more than just trekking in the Himalayas to attempt climbing Mera Peak. You will be dealing with high altitude, so it is advisable to be well prepared with the heights. Good Karma Trekking will send you instructions and guidelines before you arrive in Nepal for your climb. Depending on your knowledge and experience, we will also set aside a day or two at the base camp for pre-climb training including climbing techniques and the proper use of climbing equipment.

Mera Peak can be climbed in as less as 13 days, but unless you are a highly experienced mountaineer with deep knowledge about the altitudes and climbing in the Himalayas or other high-altitude peaks, we recommend at least 18 or 19 days. The greater number of acclimatization days, the higher the possibilities to avoid altitude sickness and a successful climb. Different operators offer different routes and trip duration for Mera Peak climbing. The shortest route to Mera Peak is the most difficult route that heads straight to Zatr La Pass after landing in Lukla. Good Karma Trekking uses the widely preferred route through the remote and beautiful villages exploring the picturesque Hinku Valley, after landing in Lukla. This route gives you plenty of time to acclimatize to the high altitude. The third route is along the regular Everest Base Camp trek up to Namche Bazaar and then heading towards the Mera Peak base camp, high camp and finally the summit.

Through immediate or long-term acclimatization, the human body can adapt to high altitudes. The main problem that can arise at high altitude is the Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and the symptoms vary from one person to another. When it comes to trekking and climbing in the Himalayas, altitude sickness has always been a major concern. Exposure to higher elevations means the lack of enough oxygen and more dry air in the atmosphere. This exposure causes increase in your metabolism while suppressing your appetite, vomiting, headache, nausea, lethargy, dizziness, cough, disturbed sleep, pneumonia, and hyperthermia. These symptoms are more prevalent in climbers who rush quickly to elevations above 2,500m (8,202ft.). However, it is not the same for people residing in locations at high altitudes as they are used to these elevations all through their lives.Good Karma Trekking has a great team of climbing leaders and crew members to ensure your safety and well-being. We suggest you to always listen to your leader and follow his instructions and always tell him if you are not feeling well on the way.

All climbing members including guides and porters will walk together in a group so there is no chance of a climber or a crew member getting lost or left behind. However, when there is an emergency and you need to communicate with the office or a family member from a no coverage area, then satellite phone is the only and best mode of communication.Good Karma Trekking is prepared with all kinds of communications including mobile and satellite phones so that we can always remain connected with our climbers and crew members. High up in the mountains, cell phones don’t always work so for emergency communications, we make use of a satellite phone that is with the climbing leader.

First and foremost, your fitness level, food and hygiene, regular exercise and workouts, immunity and your entire preparation for the trip affects how altitude sickness will respond to you. In fact, the prevention of altitude sickness starts right from the very day that you start planning your trip. Other factors that lower the chances of getting the sickness are your climbing leader’s knowledge, skills and experience, duration of the trip, and sufficient acclimatization. Reaching the top without any trouble related to altitude sickness, you should keep a few tips from our experienced leaders and travel consultants in mind, namely: Slow ascend with proper rest and sufficient acclimatization Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water and other fluids Eat enough balanced food and sleep well on the trip Avoid alcohol, cigarettes or tobacco during the entire trip Be head-strong and mentally prepared Train your body sufficiently with uphill hikes or cardiovascular and gym workouts 3 months before your trip.

While on the trek, you will stay in available lodges, teahouses or hotels. During your climb, you will be sleeping in camping tents for about 3 to 4 nights. You will have separate guest tents, dining tents, toilet tents, and kitchen tents fixed by your climbing crew members during the trip.

In Nepal, the weather is mild and almost cold around the regions of Peak climbing so is of Mera Peak Climbing region.

Except for child, there is no age limit for peak climbing in Nepal if you are fit enough physically and mentally to cope with the challenges during peak climbing.

The trek could be extremely adventurous and exciting for solo trekkers and since you will be walking through off-the-beaten paths, it is somehow risky for the solo trekker and solo female trekkers. You need to be aware and capable of handling several situations in order to prevent from obligations and challenges during the trek and climbing. So, at least a highly experienced and certified trekking guide is needed for this trek even for solo trekkers.

ATMs and credit cards are accessible only on the major cities of Nepal, so during your Mera Peak Climbing, you can use ATMs and credit cards only while you are in Kathmandu.

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Booked my first trip to Nepal with Good Karma after some recommendations on Tripadvisor. From my first email I was impressed with the level of attention I received and how flexible they were (something I couldn’t get with several other

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Grant Jasiunas

Best travel agency, very helpful and friendly staff. They offer great possibilities for trekking, excursions, help take care of all permits. Great company, wonderful trip, friendship for life. I would recommend!

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Agata Wilk

From the moment we stepped outside Kathmandu airport we knew we were in good hands. Raj and his professional team had taken care of everything. Our trek to Everest Base Camp is one we will remember for a long time.

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Richard Corbett

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