Mera Peak
Mera Peak (6476m) is Nepal's highest trekking peak and offers one of the most accessible routes to high altitude in the Himalaya. The summit stands higher than any mountain in the Alps or the Caucasus. From the summit on a clear day, five of the world's six highest mountains are visible simultaneously - Everest, Kangchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu. This is one of the great panoramas on Earth. Non-technical but high-altitude, Mera is perfect for fit trekkers who want to experience what it feels like to stand above 6000 meters. Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in the Himalayas and take part in the fight against cancer!
Trip details
- Country: Nepal
- Summit elevation: 6476m
- Duration: 19 days
- Price: from $3800
- Success rate: 80%
- Recommended seasons: April-May, September-October
Highlights
- Mera Peak 6476m
- View of 5 eight-thousanders
- Nepal's highest trekking peak
- Non-technical ascent
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Kathmandu!
Day 2: Organisation day & gear check in Kathmandu
Day 3: Flight to Lukla - Paiya (2790m)
Day 4: Paiya - Pangkongma (2850m)
Day 5: Pangkongma - Ningsow (2850m)
Day 6: Ningsow - Jungle Camp (3160m)
Day 7: Jungle Camp - Kothe (3700m)
Day 8: Kothe - Thagnag (4350m)
Day 9: Acclimatisation day in Thagnag (4350m)
Day 10: Thagnag - Khare (5045m)
Day 11: Khare - High Camp (5900m)
Day 12: Mera Peak summit (6476m) - Khare (5045m)
Day 13: Spare day for bad weather at Khare (5045m)
Day 14: Khare - Kothe (3700m)
Day 15: Kothe - Tuli Kharka (4100m)
Day 16: Tuli Kharka - Zatrawala Pass (4600m) - Lukla (2860m)
Day 17: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 18: Spare day for bad weather / free day in Kathmandu
Day 19: Flight back home!
What's included
- Gift kit - cap, dry-fit shirt and 100L duffel bag!
- A personal area for every customer in the HighAir app
- Transfers from/to Kathmandu airport to hotel
- Dinners at a restaurant before and after the climb
- 3 nights in a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu, single room, on B&B basis
- Domestic flights to Lukla and back
- Teahouse accommodation in shared rooms throughout the trek
- HighAir twin tents at Mera Peak High Camp
- Full service at High Camp: cooking gear and high-altitude food
- All entry permits for the trek and the Mera Peak climbing permit
- 3 meals per day from menu throughout the expedition
- 2 liters of hot water a day
- Shower and attached toilet during the trek, as available on the route
- A personal climbing guide for each climber on summit day
- Professional local English-speaking guides
- A porter for each climber to carry personal gear (up to 25 kg per person)
- First aid kit carried by the guides
- Pulse oximeter (one per group)
- Satellite device
- Personal gear checklist and an online gear consultation
- Online preparation call with your group and guide before departure
- Meaningful donation to the fight against cancer!
What's not included
- International flights (we recommend the best routes from your city)
- Travel & medical insurance, including evacuation cover (required)
- Lunch and dinner at the hotel in Kathmandu
- Personal gear - clothing, footwear and climbing gear
- Climbing gear rental kit - $300 per person
- Tips for guides and porters - $250 per person
- Summit bonus for the guides - $250 per person
- Nepal visa fees - $50 per person
- Vaccinations and medical advice at a travel clinic
- Internet, laundry, alcohol, extra meals etc. at teahouses
- A fourth hotel night in Kathmandu (if needed)
- Anything not listed in the included section
- Optional extras:
- Helicopter Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu - $800 per person
- Single room at teahouses during trek - $20/night
Good to know
- Mera Peak (6476m) is the highest trekking peak in Nepal - taller than any peak in the Alps, but without complex technical climbing.
- The climb requires crampons, ice axe and rope work on glacial sections - training provided before summit day.
- Nepal Mountaineering Association climbing permit included in the package.
- From the summit you see a panorama of 5 eight-thousanders: Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8485m), Cho Oyu (8188m) and Kangchenjunga (8586m).
- Medical clearance required - including fitness for 6476m altitude.
- Prior high-altitude trekking experience recommended - ideally experience on routes above 4500m.
- Safety before summit - the guide always makes the continuation decision.
- In the event of an early descent from the mountain, for any reason, all additional costs involved are the traveler's responsibility, such as extra hotel nights, meals, and any required flight changes.
Frequently asked questions
Is prior experience required?
For most of our routes no prior climbing experience is needed. What it takes is good fitness, an open mind and the will to reach the summit - and the preparation we do together before departure does the rest.
What is the group size?
Our groups are limited to a maximum of 12 participants, to keep personal guidance, a warm touch and a high-quality experience throughout the journey.
Is a single room available?
Yes, a single room can be requested for an additional fee. Please note it on the registration form so we can secure the room for you.
What happens if I need to descend early?
Participant safety comes first. If you need to descend early for any reason, the guide accompanies you back safely. Note that any extra costs arising from an early descent are the traveller's responsibility.
What is included in the price?
The price includes everything listed in the "What's Included" section on the page. International flights and travel insurance are not included, and a full gear list is sent to every registrant after registration.