Mera Peak Trekking

Do you know why people travel? The major reason behind traveling is to find inner peace and to escape from the drabness of routine life. Moreover, the chance to be close to nature and breathe the fresh mountain air always enthralls people. Yes, if you add the chance to be on the top of the tallest trekking peak of Nepal, then the journey even becomes legendary. Therefore, the inquiries regarding the Mera Peak Trekking are increasing. Lots of people are interested in climbing the Mera Peak (6476 m). However, they may not know about the trekking trail to reach Mera Peak Base Camp. In this blog, we try to analyze various aspects of the Mera Peak Trekking.

The journey in the Mera Trek route is not just trekking. It is the silent meditation as you trek through rugged and raw valleys. Travelers can listen to the echoing sound of air passing by the valleys. In addition, the trail traverses through the villages and landscapes that make you feel as if you are in different dimension. The sheer joy of walking by enjoying the splendors of Mother Nature is incomparable. You can surely know yourself better while trekking uphill and downhill through dense forests and open Himalayan landscapes.

Mera Peak: Easy Mountain to Climb in Nepal

Climbing is the most popular activity to do in Nepal. The presence of towering mountains including the world’s tallest mountain Mt. Everest has made this nation heaven for climbers and adventurers. The quote “Mountains are calling” fits perfectly here. There are countless mountains and hills above five thousands meter height. In fact, some of the hills of Nepal are the highest mountains of many countries. Therefore, the charm of scaling the snowy mountain is very high among people from across the globe.

Among trekking peaks identified by the Nepal Mountaineering Association, the Mera Peak (6476 m) is the tallest. However, the mountain is classed as the easiest mountain to climb in Nepal. The climbing route and less technical sections make this mountain easy to climb. Please don’t underestimate the climbing activity even if it says easy. Trekking to the places above 6000 m altitude is never easy. Additionally, climbers should always respect the mountain. The weather conditions, glacier conditions, trail conditions, physical conditions, and crew members are the factors that make any trips easy or difficult.

Can Beginner Climb Mera Peak?

Yes, a beginner can also climb Mera Peak. A person with good level of physical fitness and stamina can easily complete the Mera Peak Trekking. Interestingly, there are many trekking trips that happened in the Mera Peak Trek route where an entire family has scaled mountains. The kids of 7 years old and 10 years old have also successfully climbed the Mera Peak. If you are with the experienced team of Sherpa and support staffs, then you can successfully climb Mera Peak.

Mera Peak Trekking Route and Itinerary

There are many trail heads of the Mera Peak Trekking. Let’s discuss more about these routes. After finding the routes to Mera Peak, you can easily plan and budget for the climbing journey according to your needs and preferences. Earlier, Lukla used to be the gateway to Mera Peak Trek but it has changed significantly in past few years. The construction of road to the places near Kothe is slowly changing the Mera Peak Trekking route and Itinerary.

Lukla to Mera Peak: Two trekking routes to the Mera Peak (6476 m) start from Lukla. The shortest route is via Zatrawala Pass and the circuit long route is via Paiya Pangom.

Khari Khola to Mera Peak: This is the road route instead of Lukla flight. Travelers have to take a jeep from Salleri to Khari Khola. The trek starts from Khari Khola and use the route of Pangom to reach Kothe. Please note that Kothe is at the crossroad between road route and Lukla route.

Outline Itinerary

• DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU (1,400M)
• DAY 02: FLY TO LUKLA, ACCLIMATIZATION AND EXPLORE DAY (2800M) 30-MINUTE FLIGHT
• DAY 03: TREK TO CHHUTANGA (3700M) 6 HOURS
• DAY 04: TREK TO CHHATRA LA PASS (4600M) 7/8 HOUR
• DAY 05: TREK TO KOTHE (3,691M/12,109FT): 6-7 HOURS
• DAY 06: TREK TO THAKNAK (4,358M/14,297FT): 3-4 HOURS
• DAY 07: TREK TO KHARE (5,045M/16,486FT): 2-3 HOURS
• DAY 08: KHARE: ACCLIMATIZATION AND PRE-CLIMB TRAINING
• DAY 09: TREK TO MERA HIGH CAMP (5,780M/18,958FT): 6-7 HOURS
• DAY 10: MERA HIGH CAMP TO SUMMIT (6,461M/21,1907FT) AND BACK TO KHARE (5045M/16,547FT): 8-9 HOURS
• DAY 11: TREK TO KOTHE (3600M/11808FT): 4-5 HOURS
• DAY 12: TREK TO THULI KHARKA (4,300 M/14,107FT): 5-6 HOURS
• DAY 13: TREK TO LUKLA VIA ZATRWA LA PASSES: 6-7 HOURS
• DAY 14: FLY TO KATHMANDU (30 MINUTE) EXPLORE AND SHOPPING
• DAY 15: FINAL INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE

Mera Peak Climbing Map

How to Prepare for Mera Peak Climbing?

Book the Mera Peak Climbing package from the leading trekking agency. If you book the climbing package then you don’t have to worry about hiring trekking guide, porters, climbing guide, and other logistics arrangements. Make sure that you are well prepared physically and mentally. Build up your cardio – vascular abilities. Follow the proper itinerary and don’t skip the acclimatization and training drills. Get climbing permits from the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) and also get necessary local permits.

This blogger strongly suggests you to buy the Mera Peak Climbing package from the agency rather than trying to do solo or independent climbing. It is highly risky to climb the Mera Peak alone or independently without the support of the climbing guide. The mountain is considered as the easy mountain to climb but it is when you are with the experienced professionals. You should not forget that the mountainous regions are always unpredictable.

Can I book Mera Peak Climbing package from Khare?

Yes, you can book the Mera Peak Climbing package from Khare. This is the climbing package only. Usually, Khare Mera Peak Climbing has 1 nights and 2 days package including the summit day. Trekkers have to do the Mera Peak Trekking activity by themselves up to Khare village. The trekking trail to Khare is still raw and rugged. Therefore, we highly recommend you to hire a trekking guide to assist you on this epic journey. Buy the Mera Peak Trekking package separately and Mera Peak Climbing package separately. This is also possible but it may be too confusing and you may face differences in the services. The best way to book the Mera Peak Climbing Package is through the reliable trekking agency.

For your information, the Everest Trekking Routes Pvt. Ltd. is one of the leading trekking agencies of Nepal that offers best cost and itinerary. Moreover, the agency has Everest Summiteers in their climbing crew including the Sherpa. It is always safe and engaging to do climbing activities in Nepal with this agency.

I hope that the Mera Peak Trekking blog has helped you to make decision to climb the tallest trekking peak of Nepal. For more information about Mera Peak, please go through our previous blogs or simply click the Mera Peak Climbing package page on this website. You can directly call to our expert either by email or by Whatsapp +977-9843467921