Mera Peak Climb

Mera Peak is a 6,476 m climbing peak in Nepal’s Khumbu region, reached through the remote Hinku and Hongu valleys. The North Nepal Travel & Trek itinerary is an 11-night, 12-day challenging expedition combining high-altitude trekking with a guided peak climb. The route passes through forests, Sherpa settlements and alpine terrain before reaching Mera High Camp and the summit.

Mera Peak is graded Challenging. Although the summit route is described as non-technical in normal conditions, climbers need previous high-altitude trekking experience, basic mountaineering training and the ability to use equipment such as crampons and an ice axe. The itinerary also includes several days above 5,000 m, making acclimatization particularly important.

You don't necessarily need extensive mountaineering experience, but prior high-altitude trekking experience is strongly recommended. The company specifically recommends experience at elevations such as Everest Base Camp, together with basic training in climbing techniques and the use of climbing equipment.

The approach to Mera Peak passes through Sherpa villages, Buddhist chortens and monasteries in the Khumbu region. One notable stop is Lungsumgba Gompa near Gondishung, where the Mera Peak name is carved and which local accounts describe as around 200 years old. The route offers a chance to experience Sherpa mountain culture alongside the climbing expedition.

Personal climbing equipment includes climbing boots, crampons, ice axe, jumar, harness, carabiners, figure-eight device and tape sling. These personal climbing items are excluded from the package, so you should arrange them before the expedition. North Nepal Travel & Trek provides trekking equipment such as a down sleeping bag and duffel bag, along with tents and climbing-camp equipment. 

The listed price starts at USD 1,999 per person for a solo booking. Group rates decrease with group size:

The package states that government charges, service charges and VAT are included in the listed price.

Personal climbing gear, travel and evacuation insurance, tips, Wi-Fi, hot showers, device charging, bottled or boiled water, snacks, personal laundry and expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances are excluded. The package also lists a USD 500 NMA garbage deposit, refundable under the stated conditions. 

Yes. The listed Mera Peak package is a Private Trip, with discounted per-person rates for larger groups. The expedition also includes an experienced government-registered English-speaking guide, cook and assistant climbing guide according to group size.

The recommended climbing seasons are March to May and September to November. Spring and autumn generally provide the most suitable combination of weather and temperature. Winter summit attempts are considerably harder because of severe cold, so current mountain conditions should always be assessed before departure.

Yes. Altitude is one of the main challenges. The itinerary spends around three days above 5,000 m, with the summit at 6,476 m. An acclimatization day at Khare (5,095 m) is built into the itinerary, and guides provide climbing-equipment training and health briefings before the summit attempt.

Travel insurance and evacuation insurance are strongly recommended and are listed as exclusions from the package. For a climb reaching 6,476 m, your policy should specifically cover high-altitude mountaineering and emergency evacuation rather than relying on a standard travel policy.

The package includes the required Mera Peak climbing permit, Sagarmatha National Park permit, Local Area Permit and TIMS, together with the necessary government and local documentation. The climbing permit varies by season, with the page listing USD 250 in spring, USD 125 in autumn and USD 70 in winter.

The expedition begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, taking approximately 35 minutes. From Lukla, you trek through Chutanga, cross Zwatra-La and continue into the Hinku Valley toward Kothe, Thangnak and Khare. The return journey follows the trekking route back to Lukla, followed by a flight to Kathmandu.

Accommodation changes as you gain altitude. Lower sections use tea houses and lodges, including Chutanga, Thuli Kharka, Kothe, Thangnak and Khare. From the high-altitude section onward, you stay in tents, with the expedition team providing camping, kitchen and dining equipment. 

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided throughout the trek and climbing period, with tea or coffee included with meals. The expedition team also carries and prepares food during the camping section. Additional hot drinks, bottled drinks, snacks and desserts are not included.

Connectivity becomes increasingly limited as you move into the remote Hinku and Hongu valleys and higher camps. Wi-Fi and electronic device charging are excluded from the package, and should not be treated as guaranteed services at high altitude. It's sensible to prepare for periods without reliable internet or mobile connectivity.

One of the major attractions is the exceptionally wide Himalayan panorama from the upper route and summit. On clear days, the itinerary highlights views of Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu, along with other peaks including Charpate, Kongde Peak, Number Himal and Kusum Khanguru.