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Mera Peak Climbing — 15 Days
15 days6,476 mFrom Lukla (fly from Kathmandu)Best: Apr–May, Oct–Nov
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Duration
15 days
From
$2,500/person
Max Altitude
6,476 m
Difficulty
Challenging
Starts
Lukla (fly from Kathmandu)
Group Size
2–8 People
Stay
Tea House + High Camp
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner
Best Season
Apr–May, Oct–Nov
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Trip Highlights
Mera Peak summit (6,476 m) — Nepal's highest permitted trekking peak
Summit panorama of five 8,000 m peaks: Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu, Kangchenjunga
Pristine Hinku Valley — one of Nepal's least-visited glacial wilderness corridors
Mera La glacier (5,415 m) — classic high-altitude snowfield traverse
Moderate technical difficulty: ideal first 6,000 m peak, no prior climbing required
High camp overnight (5,800 m) — proper high-altitude acclimatisation
Summit success rate 80%+ with our experienced NMA-certified climbing team
Stand atop Nepal's highest trekking peak at 6,476m — an achievable 6,000m milestone that blends a stunning remote valley approach with a rewarding glaciated summit ridge.
Day-by-Day Itinerary(15 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 6,476 m · Day 7Airport pick-up and transfer to hotel. Evening welcome dinner with your climbing guide covering the expedition plan, gear check, and permit documentation.
1,400 m––DHotel
Mera Peak (6,476 m) is the highest permitted trekking peak in Nepal and the most achievable 6,000 m summit in the Himalaya for non-technical climbers. Unlike Island Peak or Lobuche East, Mera is classified as a "trekking peak" — the climbing route is a snow walk-up on the upper mountain with fixed rope assistance on the steepest sections, requiring crampons and ice axe but no prior technical climbing experience. The summit panorama is the reward: five 8,000 m peaks visible simultaneously — Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga — on a clear day, the greatest high-altitude panorama available from a single summit in Nepal.
The 15-day itinerary approaches via the Hinku Valley — a spectacular and rarely-visited gorge south of the Khumbu — ascending through rhododendron forests and yak pastures to Khare (5,045 m) for final acclimatisation before the High Camp (5,780 m) and summit bid. The descent via the Amphu Lapcha pass option connects Mera to the Khumbu for trekkers who wish to extend their trip.
All climbing equipment — crampons, ice axe, harness, fixed-rope jumar — is included. High-camp tents, sleeping bags rated to -20°C, and one climbing Sherpa per two trekkers are part of the package.
Your Realistic Chances of Summiting
Our Mera Peak summit success rate is 82% (Himalayan average: 70%). The primary factor is weather — October and May are the most reliable windows. The second factor is individual acclimatisation rate, which we cannot control but manage conservatively with strict "do not ascend if unwell" protocols. No guide from Travel Himalaya Nepal will push a trekker to summit if there are altitude illness symptoms — client safety comes before completion percentages.
Best seasons: October–November and April–May. Permit: Mera Peak climbing permit (included). Summit altitude: 6,476 m.
What's Included
Included
- NMA-certified senior climbing guide + assistant climbing Sherpa
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers)
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit
- Mera Peak climbing permit
- TIMS card
- Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu round-trip flights (scheduled)
- All teahouse and high camp accommodation
- 3 meals per day on trek + high camp meals
- Climbing equipment use: rope, ice axe, crampons, harness
- Altitude illness prevention kit and pulse oximeter
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee ($30–$50 on arrival)
- Comprehensive travel insurance with emergency helicopter evacuation (mandatory for climbing)
- Personal climbing gear not listed in included items
- High-altitude medication beyond the included kit
- Tips for guides, climbing Sherpas, and porters (USD 10–15/day for climbing Sherpa)
- Beverages, hot showers, and battery charging at teahouses (payable direct)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Costs from extended summit bids, weather delays, or early descent
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Best season. October ideal — clear skies, stable weather, excellent summit views across Khumbu.
Low: -10–-3°C at BC High: 5–12°C at BC
Spring (Mar–May)
Good season with reliable summit windows before monsoon. Slightly warmer than autumn.
Low: -8–-2°C at BC High: 5–15°C at BC
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Not recommended. Extreme cold on the high glacier approach.
Low: -20–-12°C at BC High: -5–5°C at BC
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Not recommended. Snowfall and poor visibility on the summit ridge.
Low: -2–5°C at BC High: 8–18°C at BC
Permits Required
Mera Peak Climbing Permit
USD 250 (Sep–Nov) · USD 125 (other seasons)Arranged by us before departure.
Makalu Barun National Park Permit
USD 30Required for trekking in the Hinku valley approach.
TIMS Card
USD 20Required for all Nepal treks.
All permits are arranged and included in your package price. Nothing to organise yourself.
What to Pack
Moisture-wicking base layers (top + bottom)
Insulating mid-layer fleece
Down jacket (800+ fill — essential)
Hardshell jacket and pants
Trekking trousers (2 pairs)
Merino wool socks (6 pairs)
Warm hat and balaclava
Sun hat
Insulated climbing gloves
Neck gaiter (2×)
Thermal underwear
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
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