Mera Peak Climbing(6,476m.)

Mera Peak Climbing Mera Peak is a mountain which lies in the Himalayas, in the Sagarmatha region of Nepal. At 6,476 metres (21,247 ft) it is classified as a trekking peak. The first successful ascent was made by Col. Jimmy Roberts and Sherpa Sen Tenzing on May 20, 1953. From the summit of Mera Peak, the peaks of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyo and other Himalayan peaks can be seen.

Mera Peak has been one of the popular destinations for peak climbing. It is also the more popular among 33 peaks of Nepal. Beside the panoramic views at Mera it is also the highest peak. In fact it’s probably fair to say that the summits of Mera Peak is the highest point in the entire Himalayan. The encompassing five of the world’s 8,000m peaks.

Mera Peak Climbing Spring 2013 Itinerary

April 1st, 2013 : Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1350m) and Hotel transfer; last minute shopping in Kathmandu. In evening meet Climbing Sherpa guide and check our equipment and conduct last preparations for the trek

April 2nd, 2013 : We take morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla(2800m) and spend the rest of the day in Lukla for acclimatization. Lodge accommodation

April 3rd, 2013 : Trek from Lukla to Chutanga(3050m) which take about four hours trek

April 4th, 2013 : Trek from Chutanga to Tuli Kharka (Chatra-La) (3900m) which takes about six hours. You trek via Zatrawa La Pass (4610m) and downclimb to Khartitang at 3900m.

April 5th, 2013 : Trek from Tuli Kharka to Kothe (4095m) this takes about five hours.

April 6th, 2013 : Trek from Kothe to Tangnang (4,350m) which takes about four hours trek. We will enjoy fantastic view of south face of Mera Peak throughout the day.

April 7th, 2013 : Rest and acclimatization day at Thangnak. In the day you will visit Sabal Tsho Lake and take an acclimatization hike to the cairn (5271m) on the flank of Kusum Kangguru (6367m).

April 8th, 2013 : Trek from Tangnang to Khare (5,045m): this takes about three and half hours.

April 9th,2013 : Trek and climb from Khare to Mera Base Camp (5300mthis takes about four to five hours. you all have to become familiar with using crampons, rope and ice axe.

April 10th, 2013 : Trek and climb from Mera Base Camp to High camp (5,780m): 4-5hrs

April 11th, 2013 : Summit Day; Mera High Camp to Summit (6,654m) and return to Khare.

April 12th,2013 : Trek from Khare to Kothe (3600m): This takes about five hours trek.

April 13th, 2013 : Trek from Kothe to Thuli Kharka: this takes about six hours trek.

April 14th, 2013 : Thuli Kharka to Lukla: via Zatrwa La pass. This is last evening in the mountains, the ideal opportunity for a farewell party with our staff.

April 15th, 2013 : Early in the morning fly from Lukla to Kathmandu, which takes about 35 minutes, transfer to hotel. leisure and shopping day in Kathmandu;

April 16th, 2013 : After breakfast sightseeing major world heritage sights in Kathamdu (Durbar square, Buddhist gompas, Swoyambhunath, Bouddhanath and Pashupatinathuide); Farewell-Celebration dinner with culture programin the evening.

April 17th 2013 : Transfer to the airport for final departure or alternatively join other activities.

Cost Include

Four nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu on B/B basis;
Pick up and drop from Kathmandu airport to airport.
3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunch and Dinners with tea or coffee) during the trek and climbing period.
Full board Accommodation of Lodges, Guesthouses in Twin Sharing Bases during the trek and tent will be available during the climbing period
All camping equipment in Base camp;
Flight Ticket from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu for member and Staff
30kg baggage allowance in flight and during trekking (with porter or yaks);
20kg baggage allowance returning from Base Camp;
Surface transportation will be available as per itinerary;
Trekking Permit (National Park entry fee)
TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System) Permit
Climbing permit for Mera peak
Necessary staff during the trekking and climbing period With Experience Guide and Porter.
Necessary experienced Government license holder Climbing guide during climbing period as per group size
Facility of Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
Group medical supplies (First Aid medical kit will be available)
One tent will be available in the Base camp for 2 people on shared basis;
High altitude food and all climbing crew will be available above base camp.
Necessary fixed and dynamic ropes will be available during climbing period
necessary kitchen crew will be available in base camp
Emergency Oxygen and mask regulator will be provided
All necessary paper works, office Service charge and Government Taxes
Complete pre-departure information, flight ticket reconfirmation and extend visa service(if necessary)
Farewell Dinner in Kathmandu before departure.
Nepal Social Special Gifts (T-shirt, Pashmina )

Cost Exclude

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Emergency rescue evacuation if required.
Personal accident insurance or Helicopter rescue.
Airfare international flights
Nepal entry visa fee, Visa issuance is easy at the arrival
Any kind of Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks, hot shower.
Alcoholic beverages, Mineral water, laundry, phone calls, internets.
Personal climbing equipment
All kind of Personal Expencess
Ice fall fees Garbage Deposit (Sharing with other member) if applicable.
Wake talkies &Filming permit.
Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section
Tips, gifts, souvenirs.

Meals during Trek & Mera Peak Climb

All Meals on full board basis will be provided during the trek & Climbing period, Three hot meals a day (B,L & D) will be provided from the teahouse/lodge menus. Reception, farewell dinner and breakfast will be provided during your stay in Kathmandu.

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