Arrival in Kathmandu 1400m/4594ft.

A representative from Mission Nepal will meet you at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu and transport you to your accommodation. After checking in, you are free to relax or go to the Mission Nepal office.

Mission Nepal will organize a welcome meal later in the evening where you may sample the local cuisine and savor delicious, authentic Nepalese cuisine. Meeting other tourists and getting to know your tour guide will be greatly facilitated by this possibility.

Flight to Lukla, trek to Paiya 2800m/9187ft.

Sorting and packing everything the day before can help you avoid hurrying on Day 2, as the journey to Tenzing-Hillary Airport normally takes place early in the morning. We will pause when we get to Lukla and meet our porters, who will handle carrying our additional items and duffel bags. Two clients will be allocated to each porter. After leaving the Everest trail to the south, we will travel through a forest and farmlands, cross a few streams, climb and descend the mountain, and eventually arrive in Paiya, which will take four to five hours of walking from Lukla.

Trek to Panggom 2846m/9338ft.

We will travel from Paiya to Pangkongma for six to seven hours today. After breakfast, we’ll set off on an upward trek through woods to reach the 3,081-meter (10,108-foot) Col Khari La Pass. From there, we will gradually drop to 2,300 meters/7,545 feet, the settlement of Bupsa. After there, the trail will progressively climb until it reaches Pangkongma, our ultimate target, which is practically at the summit of the Himalayas.

Trek to Nashing Dingma 2863m/9394ft.

We will begin by walking up the winding trail to Pangkongma La, which is 3,170 meters (10,400 ft) above sea level, although Pangkongma is not at the top of the mountain. We will be treated to breath-taking views of the surrounding peaks, especially Mera’s magnificent southern facade, as we approach the pass. After that, there will be a considerable stretch of the downhill walk along the ridge before we begin our steep drop all the way down to Hinku Khola. We will climb through the forests for two hours to reach our objective, Nashing Dingma, after stopping for a short break at the bottom of the valley and crossing the suspension bridge.

Trek to Chholem Kharka 3600m/11811ft.

Nashing Dingma is located below the peak of the mountain, just like Pangkongma, and our final destination is on the opposite side. We will start our adventure by climbing through the forest, and it will be quite a tough climb until we reach Surke La Pass, which is located at 3,060 meters, or 10,039 feet, above sea level. There are a couple lodges on the pass that provide tea and snacks, so we’ll stop there to refuel. Following that, we’ll embark on a somewhat difficult hike that includes both uphill and downhill sections in order to arrive at Chholem Kharka, which is primarily a grazing region.

Trek to Khola Kharka 4270m/14009ft.

Since the majority of the trip will include climbing, crossing ridges, and increasing altitude, we predict that this day of our excursion will be extremely challenging. The first hour of our trip will be a modest climb upward through the lush surroundings, beginning northeast of Chholem Kharka. Soon after, we’ll start climbing up a steep and difficult rocky terrain. During this difficult part, it’s best to stop frequently. The highest point of the day’s hike, at 4,500 meters, or 14,763 feet, will mark the end of our ascent. the third-highest summit on Earth.

Trek to Kothe 3600m/11811ft.

Since the majority of the trip will include climbing, crossing ridges, and increasing altitude, we predict that this day of our excursion will be extremely challenging. The first hour of our trip will be a modest climb upward through the lush surroundings, beginning northeast of Chholem Kharka. Soon after, we’ll start climbing up a steep and difficult rocky terrain. During this difficult part, it’s best to stop frequently. The highest point of the day’s hike, at 4,500 meters, or 14,763 feet, will mark the end of our ascent. the third-highest summit on Earth.

Trek to Thagnag 4350m/14271ft.

We are going to start climbing the Hinku Valley on this day. It shouldn’t be too difficult because the elevation will be fairly gradual. There will be a mix of rocky and verdant grazing pastures along the trail, which yaks use in the summer. Walking along the left bank of the Hinku Khola, we will be able to see Mera’s three peaks (North, Central, and South) from the route. The 200-year-old Lungsamba Monastery will be encountered along the route.

Acclimatization at Thagnag

We will be spending a day in Tangnag to acclimatize and adjust to the high altitude. After taking proper rest, we can explore other adventure opportunities such as taking a stroll by the Sabal Tsho. This breathtaking moraine-dammed lake sits at an elevation of around 5,000 m/16,404 ft, behind the Sabal Glacier. We may also investigate the Hinku Nup Glacier, which goes northward in the direction of Kangtaiga. As we move further up the Hinku valley, we will turn east at Tangnag and cross the moraine of the Dig Glaciers.

Trek to Khare 4900m/16076ft.

From Tangnag, our route will take us across the Thangnak meadow, which is encircled by rock blocks that fell during the 1999 breakup of the moraine on the lake’s south side. Next, we will ascend sharply to the streambed, which will take us to Dig Kharka’s expansive grassy basin. We will reach Khare after 4 to 5 hours of walking. We will be able to get magnificent views of Mera Peak’s northern face from this village.

Acclimatization and Preparation at Khare

On this day, we will be taking another break to adjust to the altitude and also use this opportunity to practice our climbing skills. We’ll be practicing with ropes, ascenders, ice axes, crampons, and other essential gear, and our climbing sherpa will be there to offer advice. Additionally, we will perform a gear check to ensure that we have all the necessary equipment for the upcoming climb.

Trek to Mera High Camp 5800m/19028ft.

We ultimately arrive to a place where the slope gets steeper as we get closer to the pass while hiking across the snow-covered glacier. This is regarded as one of the most memorable parts of the trip. The sight of the massive mountains, some of the highest peaks on Earth, rising over 7,000 meters (22,965 feet) is simply amazing. The peaks that can be seen to the east are Baruntse, at 7,220 meters (23,687 feet), Makalu, at 8,475 meters (27,805 feet), and Chamlang, at 7,290 meters (23,917 feet). It is hard to miss the vista of Nuptse, 8,501 meters (27,890 feet) above Lhotse and 8,848.86 meters (29,031 feet) above Everest when looking north. As we head west on our walk, the impressive peaks of Cho Oyo, which rises to 8,153 meters (26,748 feet), Ama Dablam, and Kantega dominate our view.

Summit Mera Peak and return back to Khare 6470m/21227ft.

We usually start our climb early in the morning, maybe around 2 or 3 AM, depending on the weather. From the top camp, the path proceeds southwest, dropping into a wide valley to the left of steep slopes. After some time, we arrive at a pass at the foot of a sharp ascent, about 450 meters below Mera Central Peak, which rises to a height of 6,470 meters (21,227 feet). Keep in mind that Mera is made up of three peaks: the Central Peak, which is what we’ll be climbing. When we reach the top, we will be able to see at least five of the world’s fourteen 8000-meter peaks: Cho Oyu (8,201 meters or 26,906 feet), Makalu (8,485 meters or 27,837 feet), Lhotse (8,516 meters or 27,939 feet), Everest (8,848.86 meters or 29,031 feet), and Kangchenjunga (8,586 meters or 28,169 feet).

After admiring the views from the top, we will head back to the high camp, unwind, and then descend to Khare. The entire mountain’s ascent and descent typically take ten to fifteen hours.

Trek to Kothe

We say goodbye to the mountains and start our descent, which will take us via Tangnag and ultimately to Kothe. It is expected that the trip from Tangnag to Kothe will take six to seven hours.

Trek to Thuli Kharka 4200m/13779ft.

Today, we’re going to take an alternative route to Lukla. Our journey will start at Kothe with a leisurely descent down the left bank of the Hinku Khola river towards the south. In a few hours we will begin our ascent westward toward Thuli Kharka. On this strenuous climb, we will traverse woodlands before reaching Toktar, our lunch destination. Toktar is a little town that is tucked away in the middle of the forest. After lunch, we will continue our ascent into the forests and pass through a difficult section. Finally, the trail dips gently to Thuli Kharka, our overnight stop.

Trek to Lukla via Zatrwa La Pass 4610m/15124ft.

Today, we’re going to take an alternative route to Lukla. Our journey will start at Kothe with a leisurely descent down the left bank of the Hinku Khola river towards the south. In a few hours we will begin our ascent westward toward Thuli Kharka. On this strenuous climb, we will traverse woodlands before reaching Toktar, our lunch destination. Toktar is a little town that is tucked away in the middle of the forest. After lunch, we will continue our ascent into the forests and pass through a difficult section. Finally, the trail dips gently to Thuli Kharka, our overnight stop.

Fly back to Kathmandu

To ensure safety, the flights from Lukla to Kathmandu are typically booked during the morning. We shall be alone for the full day once we arrive in the capital city. We have the option of shopping for mementos to take home or unwinding in our hotel room. We’ll have a goodbye supper in the evening to celebrate finishing our mountain hike successfully.

Final Departure

Today marks the end of our amazing journey across the Everest region, which included the Mera Peak Climb. Three hours prior to your scheduled flight, an agent from the company will come to your hotel and take you to the airport.