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The highest Trekking Peak in Nepal and views of four of the world's five highest mountains

Mera Peak at 6,461m/ 21,193ft is the highest Trekking Peak in Nepal though it is not technically demanding, making it a suitable challenge for a first time climb in the Himalaya. It is suitable for any one with above average fitness wishing to fulfill the dream of a high Himalayan summit or those with a yearning for high adventure. The reward is the awesome view of four of the five highest mountains on Earth!!

Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu (1,330m)
Day 2 In Kathmandu, sightseeing Kathmandu Valley
Day 3 Fly Kathmandu to Lukla (2,840m) and trek to the Sherpa heartland at Namche Bazaar (3,440m) and Khumjung (3,790m)
Day 4/5 Return to Lukla, trek to Puiyan (2,800m)
Day 6/11 Trek to Panggoma (2,846m) and enter the Hinku Valley. Follow the valley up to the Mera Peak BC at Khare (5,300m)
Day 12/14 Acclimatisation, establish high camp (5,800m) and ascend Mera Peak (6,461m) Day 15/20 Return via TangNag (4,356m) and cross ZarwaLa (4,600m) to Lukla
Day 21 Fly Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 22/23 At leisure in Kathmandu
Day 24 Trip concludes

Trip profile
24 Day Trip
18 days point-to-point trek
1 spare day
5 nights Kathmandu
Accommodation5 nights Hotels, Guesthouses
Trek accommodation 17 nights Teahouses, Camping
Transport Private van, plane
Type Camping and TeaHouse (wherever available)
StyleExpeditionary
When to VisitOct to Nov, Mar to May
Altitude Max6,461m/ 21,200ft (Mera Peak)
Altitude Avg 4,000m/ 13,120ft
Grade E/ Alpine
-Involves trekking and climbing of up to 6-7 hours a day at a steady pace at  altitude
-Some may find sleeping at altitude difficult
-May encounter snow higher up on the trek
-Permanent snow and ice on the glaciated pass of MeraLa, fresh snow makes  the crossing harder
-Have to negotiate a few crevasses (but safe!) on the ascent
-Risk of altitude problems and exposure
-Crossing of the ZarwaLa may become challenging and treacherous in case of  snow; Lukla face of the pass is  steep and may require a rope-up descent
-Relentless 2 days steep descent from ZarwaLa to Lukla

Highlights
-Kathmandu's ancient temples and markets
-Spectacular Lukla mountain flights with great views,  and the Lukla landing
-Sherpa villages, monasteries and culture
-Namche Bazaar and its market
-Unique Sherpa tea, and the gourmet includes Sherpa  stew and yak steak
-Uncrowded route that follows seldom seen side of  Everest: the Hinku Valley, with alpine wilderness
-Great mountain amphitheatre as we approach the  glaciated pass of MeraLa
-Ascent of Mera Peak. The reward includes a stunning  view of 4 of the 5 highest mountains in the world
-Party with our Sherpa crew at Lukla

 
Inclusions
-All meals except main meals in Kathmandu;
-All ground transport, including airport transfers, and  flights as mentioned;
-All accommodations;
-Sightseeing in Kathmandu;
-All applicable permits and entrance fees;
-Full trek staff arrangements including a Trek Leader  and Sherpa guides;
-Porters or pack animals to carry personal and group  equipments;
-Use of Trek Pack;
-Group medical kit;
-All major group equipments, etc.

 
 
Comments
-This is a camping expedition but we use the teahouse  facilities wherever available ie, Lukla, with the usual  services of our Sherpas. You just won't be sleeping in  a tent
-It is important to have 2 spare days in Kathmandu as  cushion for any flight delays or cancellation at the  remote mountain airstrip of Lukla
-It is possible to trek up to Tengboche Monastery or go  all the way to EBC, provided you have more time