Guide

Experienced and government licensed high altitude trekking guide during the trekking and climbing period

Accommodation

3 Night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast. Trekking Lodge/teahouse and tented accommodation during trekking and climbing session

Others

Trekking permit (Sagarmatha national park entry fee). TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System). Climbing permit of Nepal government to Mera Peak First aid medical kits for the group and the staff. Use of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag and walking poles (if you don’t have your own, to be returned after trip completed). Helicopter rescue insurance for high altitude staff. Trekking and climbing map of Mera Peak Our service charge and government taxes levied in Nepal. Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with a domestic culture show in Kathmandu. Sherpa Expedition and Trekking T-shirt Oxygen meter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) which will ensure your health during the trek

Meals

3 meals a day, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee available in the tea house/hotel/lodge during the trek.

Transport

A day sightseeing in Kathmandu with an experienced city guide, all entrance fees, and private vehicle Arrival and departure transfer services to and from both domestic and international flights as per itinerary.

Flights

Schedule flight tickets for Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu to all the climbing members, Sherpa guide.

Optional

Strong, helpful Sherpa porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment, his salary, food, accommodation, and insurance (one porter for two people)

Not included:

Insurance

Your travel insurance is excluded.

Others

Lunch and Dinner during your stay in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner). Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, health bars. Items of personal nature - laundry expenses, tips. Rescues, repatriation, medicines, medical tests, and hospitalization expenses. Medical insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required. Travel insurance and helicopter rescue. Nepal entry visa fee (easy to obtain the visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport – Kathmandu). $25 USD for 15-day visa. Personal climbing gear. Tips, gifts, souvenirs. Tips for the guide, porter, and driver (tipping is expected) Please be advised that if you need to return early from the trek due to reasons such as sickness, unfavorable weather conditions, personal issues, itinerary modifications, or any other unforeseen circumstances, the following conditions apply: - Any payments made for flights, hotel accommodations, mountain room bookings, meals, and related expenses are nonrefundable. - You will be required to cover the costs of hotel stays, meals, and other expenses in Kathmandu independently. Additionally, please note that during the months of March to May and September to November, all flights will depart from Ramechhap. It will be necessary for you to make a 4-5 hour drive from Kathmandu to Ramechhap in order to catch your flight. Kindly consider these terms and arrangements carefully before commencing your trek. Should you have any inquiries or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us for assistance. Your cooperation and understanding are greatly appreciated.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu (1,300M/4,264Ft) & Transfer To Hotel.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu (1,300M/4,264Ft) & Transfer To Hotel.

A representative from Sherpa Expedition and Trekking will meet you at Tribhuvan International Airport. You will then be taken to your hotel in Thamel, the tourist hub of Kathmandu. This is a good opportunity to meet your fellow trekkers and your guide.
Day 2 Day 2: Kathmandu Trip Preparation.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Kathmandu Trip Preparation.

We rest for most of the day and unpack and ready ourselves for the trek. We will also visit Sherpa Expedition and Trekking’s office in the afternoon where our trekking guides will check our set of climbing equipment to make sure that they are in good condition before heading off on the trail.
Day 3 Day 3: Fly To Lukla & Trek To Paiya (Chutok) (2,730M/8,956Ft) 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Fly To Lukla & Trek To Paiya (Chutok) (2,730M/8,956Ft) 5-6 Hours.

We take an early morning flight to Lukla and from Lukla begin our trek to Paiya along a jungle trail, cross a bridge over the Handi Khola (river) and then arrive at Surkhe Village. We continue heading south and cross the Chutok La Pass before reaching the small settlement of Paiyan, also known as Chutok.
Day 4 Day 4: Paiya To Pangom (2,846M/9,337Ft) 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Paiya To Pangom (2,846M/9,337Ft) 5-6 Hours.

Leaving Paiya, we cross a wooden bridge and trek through Kari La Pass where there are beautiful rhododendron and bamboo forests along the way. The amazing views of mountains and the view of Dudh Koshi River will leave you awestruck.
Day 5 Day 5: Panggom To Ningsow (2,863M/9,393Ft) 4-5 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Panggom To Ningsow (2,863M/9,393Ft) 4-5 Hours.

This morning we leave Pangom and head to Pingkongma La Pass and then ascend on a trail to the north. Along the way, we cross Peseng Kharka Khola (river) and pass Kharka Danda. We cross the Ningsow Khola (river) before coming to Ningsow Village where we will stay overnight.
Day 6 Day 6: Ningsow To Chhatra Khola (2,800M/9,186Ft) 7-8 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Ningsow To Chhatra Khola (2,800M/9,186Ft) 7-8 Hours.

From Ningsow we ascend to Ramailo Danda from where we have our first views of Mera Peak. We then follow the trail heading through the Makalu Barun Park. We will follow the Pasang Lhamu trail until we reach our overnight objective of Chhatra Khola.
Day 7 Day 7: Chhatra Khola To Kothe (3,691M/12,109Ft) 6-7 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Chhatra Khola To Kothe (3,691M/12,109Ft) 6-7 Hours.

This morning we head north on the trail to Mera Peak and arrive at the Majang Khola (river) where the trail joins another that leads to Hinku Khola. We continue to Tashing Ongma and then cross the bridge over the Sanu Khola before arriving at Kothe where we will stay overnight.
Day 8 Day 8: Kothe To Thaknak (4,358M/14,297Ft) 3-4 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Kothe To Thaknak (4,358M/14,297Ft) 3-4 Hours.

Today we follow the trail along the banks of the Hinku Khola with Mera Peak directly above us. We will stop for a lunch break at Gondishung, a small settlement for cattle and yak grazing herders. On the trail we pass the 200-year-old Lungsumgba Gompa (monastery) before arriving at Thangnak where we will stay the night.
Day 9 Day 9: Thaknak To Khare (5,045M/16,486Ft) 2-3 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Thaknak To Khare (5,045M/16,486Ft) 2-3 Hours.

This morning we leave Thagnak and head to Khare and along the trail have views of Charpate Himal. The trail ascends across moraines to the base of the Hinku Nup (valley glacier) and Shar glaciers. After arriving at Khare we can view the north face of Mera Peak. We will stay here the night.
Day 10 Day 10: Khare: Acclimatization And Pre- Climb Training.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Khare: Acclimatization And Pre- Climb Training.

Today we have a day set dedicated to acclimatize; something that cannot be ignored. Health professionals strongly recommend staying active during this time. Your guide will also go over some tips on climbing Mera Peak and the use of an ice axe, harness, ascenders and crampons. We will stay overnight at Khare.
Day 11 Day 11: Khare To Mera High Camp (5,780M/18,958Ft) 6-7 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Khare To Mera High Camp (5,780M/18,958Ft) 6-7 Hours.

We have to cross a rocky terrain to reach Mera Peak Base Camp and will then continue through Mera La Pass to reach Mera High Camp. Once at High Camp we will have some awesome views of Mt. Everest, Makalu, and Cho Oyu, Nuptse, Chamlang, and Baruntse. We will stay here overnight.
Day 12 Day 12: Summit Mera Peak (6,461M/21,190Ft), Trek To Kongma Dingma (4,850M/15912Ft) 10-11 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Summit Mera Peak (6,461M/21,190Ft), Trek To Kongma Dingma (4,850M/15912Ft) 10-11 Hours.

Today is going to be a long and tiring one as we head to the summit. We will have some amazing views of Mt. Everest, Makalu, and Cho Oyu, Nuptse, Chamlang, and Baruntse. The views from the summit go on forever! After some time at the summit we retrace our foot-steps back to high camp where we rest for a while before descending to Kongma Dingma for the night.
Day 13 Day 13: Kongma Dingma Rest Day.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Kongma Dingma Rest Day.

Today is a well-deserved rest day after yesterday’s mammoth effort to reach the summit.
Day 14 Day 14: Reserve Day For Contingency.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Reserve Day For Contingency.

Today is set aside in the event of bad weather or other reasons that prevent us from climbing to the summit. The weather Gods are unpredictable, as well as there may be health issues due to the high altitudes.
Day 15 Day 15: Kongma Dingma To Seto Pokhari (5035M/16519 Ft) 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Kongma Dingma To Seto Pokhari (5035M/16519 Ft) 5-6 Hours.

This morning we head up a remote valley to the yak pastures further up. As we trek we have Chamlang on our left, and Baruntse in the distance. We continue up the valley in the direction of Mt. Everest and Lhotse. We will camp overnight at Seto Pokhari.
Day 16 Day 16: Seto Pokhari To Amphu Labcha Base Camp (South) (5,650M/18,536 Ft) 5-6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Seto Pokhari To Amphu Labcha Base Camp (South) (5,650M/18,536 Ft) 5-6 Hours

This is one of the most remote regions of the Himalayas, so it is rare that we see any trekkers on the trail unless it is in the peak tourist season. From Seto Pokhari we pass several lakes in the upper Hunku Basin. After passing Hunku Pokhari we come to Hunku Glacier. Tonight we will stay at Labtsa Base Camp.
Day 17 Day 17: Amphu Labcha Base Camp To Chhukung (4,750M/15,580 Ft) 9-10 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Amphu Labcha Base Camp To Chhukung (4,750M/15,580 Ft) 9-10 Hours

Today we cross the Amphu Labtsa La Pass (5,845m) then cross the Amphu Labtsa Glacier. Lhotse Shar Glacier and Imja Glacier are very close. The trail then heads around Imja Tsho Lake and then follows the main Island Peak trail. As we continue we come close to Ama Dablam Glacier before arriving at Chhukung where we stay overnight.
Day 18 Day 18: Chhukung To Namche Bazaar (3,438M/11,280 Ft) 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Chhukung To Namche Bazaar (3,438M/11,280 Ft) 5-6 Hours.

This morning we head to Namche Bazaar and first come to the settlement of Bibre and then cross a bridge over the Imja Khola (river). We pass through several attractive villages, through grazing lands and cross several bridges before arriving at Namche Bazaar where we will stay the night.
Day 19 Day 19: Namche Bazaar To Lukla (2,800M/9,184Ft) 6-7 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Namche Bazaar To Lukla (2,800M/9,184Ft) 6-7 Hours.

This morning we head out on a mostly a downhill trek on a trail next to the Dudh Koshi River. We cross several suspension bridges, pass by a number of monasteries and villages before arriving at Lukla. We can spend the rest of the day resting or wander around Lukla and the nearby countryside. This is our last day of the trek.
Day 20 Day 20: Fly Back To Kathmandu From Lukla.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Fly Back To Kathmandu From Lukla.

This morning we take a scenic flight to Kathmandu giving us an opportunity to look down on the mountains we trekked around on our journey to Mera Peak. After arriving back at Kathmandu we can choose to rest at our hotel in Thamel or go for a wander around the area and do some souvenir shopping before our departure tomorrow.
Day 21 Day 21: Final Departure.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 21: Final Departure.

Today a representative from Sherpa Expedition and Trekking will take you to the airport at least three hours prior to your departure. On your journey home you may already be planning another mountain climbing adventure – even a 7000 or 8000-meter peak!

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Itinerary of your trip Mera Peak Climbing 21 Days

Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu (1,300M/4,264Ft) & Transfer To Hotel.

Day 2: Kathmandu Trip Preparation.

Day 3: Fly To Lukla & Trek To Paiya (Chutok) (2,730M/8,956Ft) 5-6 Hours.

Day 4: Paiya To Pangom (2,846M/9,337Ft) 5-6 Hours.

Day 5: Panggom To Ningsow (2,863M/9,393Ft) 4-5 Hours.

Day 6: Ningsow To Chhatra Khola (2,800M/9,186Ft) 7-8 Hours.

Day 7: Chhatra Khola To Kothe (3,691M/12,109Ft) 6-7 Hours.

Day 8: Kothe To Thaknak (4,358M/14,297Ft) 3-4 Hours.

Day 9: Thaknak To Khare (5,045M/16,486Ft) 2-3 Hours.

Day 10: Khare: Acclimatization And Pre- Climb Training.

Day 11: Khare To Mera High Camp (5,780M/18,958Ft) 6-7 Hours.

Day 12: Summit Mera Peak (6,461M/21,190Ft), Trek To Kongma Dingma (4,850M/15912Ft) 10-11 Hours.

Day 13: Kongma Dingma Rest Day.

Day 14: Reserve Day For Contingency.

Day 15: Kongma Dingma To Seto Pokhari (5035M/16519 Ft) 5-6 Hours.

Day 16: Seto Pokhari To Amphu Labcha Base Camp (South) (5,650M/18,536 Ft) 5-6 Hours

Day 17: Amphu Labcha Base Camp To Chhukung (4,750M/15,580 Ft) 9-10 Hours

Day 18: Chhukung To Namche Bazaar (3,438M/11,280 Ft) 5-6 Hours.

Day 19: Namche Bazaar To Lukla (2,800M/9,184Ft) 6-7 Hours.

Day 20: Fly Back To Kathmandu From Lukla.

Day 21: Final Departure.

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