About Mera Peak

Mera Peak, located in the Khumbu region of Nepal, is one of the most popular trekking peaks in the Himalayas due to its relatively simple and easily accessible climbing route. It offers climbers the chance to experience high-altitude mountaineering without the extreme technical challenges of climbing a mountain.

Your adventure begins by arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, where you’ll be transferred to your hotel. This is a great opportunity to relax, explore Thamel’s vibrant streets, and prepare for your trek ahead. The next morning, you’ll take an early flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, which will only last about 30 minutes. From Lukla, you will take a completely different route than the one usually taken by trekkers trekking in this region. You will head towards a small village called Paiya, which takes about three hours. On your way, you will pass through the Surke village, the birthplace of Late Pasang Lhamu Sherpa (1961-1993), the first Nepalese woman to summit Mount Everest. Continuing on the journey, the trail leads to Panggom, offering stunning mountain vistas along the way. The following days, you’ll trek to similar villages, such as Ningsow and Chhatra Khola ( famously called Bamboo Camp), and all the way to Kothe, moving through rugged terrain and traditional Sherpa settlements, giving you ample opportunities to experience local culture and customs. As you reach Kothe, you enter the Makalu Barun National Park area.

As the trek intensifies, the next section leads to Thaknak. From Thaknak, the ascent to Khare at 5045 meters becomes steeper and more challenging, with rocky paths and high-altitude conditions that prepare you for the peak climbing. Once at Khare, a day is dedicated to acclimatization and pre-climb training. You’ll engage in light hikes and practice using crampons and ice axes, ensuring you’re well-prepared for the climb ahead.

The following day, the trek continues to Mera High Camp. This steep climb rewards you with panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu. On summit day, you’ll begin in the early pre-dawn hours, navigating steep snow and ice sections using crampons and ice axes. Finally, after reaching the summit and taking in the awe-inspiring views, you’ll carefully descend back to Khare for a well-deserved rest.

After a day of rest at Khare to recover from the summit attempt, your return journey begins with a trek back to Kothe, retracing your steps through the mountain trails. The final trekking day takes you to Lukla via the Zatrwa La Pass, a challenging section with steep ascents and spectacular views, before descending to Lukla for your flight back to Kathmandu and eventually to your main destination.