Mera Peak Climbing

Upon arrival at "Tribhuvan" International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, you will be greeted by a representative from Nepal Spirit Adventure. You will then be transferred to a hotel located in the prime area of Thamel, a popular tourist hub. After checking in and enjoying some refreshments, you can either relax at the hotel or explore the surrounding area of Thamel and its market, depending on your flight schedule to Kathmandu from your previous destination.

Breakfast is included in the tour package. You can enjoy a traditional Kathmandu breakfast from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, depending on your hotel's schedule. Today is a rest day where we will introduce you to your trek and climbing guide. You will also have the opportunity to check your gear for both climbing and trekking activities. We will provide you with details about the trip and answer any questions you may have about the Mera Peak Climbing 2026 expedition. You will spend the night in the hotel.

If you are interested in exploring Kathmandu’s cultural heritage, you can join a tour of the city's historical sites. Please speak with our tour manager or book online directly; this is available at an additional cost as part of the Mera Peak Climbing package. Popular sites you can visit today include:

1. Swayambhunath (Temple & Monastery)

2. Kathmandu Durbar Square

3. Boudhanath Stupa

4. Pashupatinath Temple

Early morning transfer to Kathmandu domestic airport for a short scenic flight of 35 minutes to Lukla with panoramic views of the mountains. On reaching Lukla with its unique airstrip, meet the remaining Mera Peka Climbing staff, then start the trek towards Paiya, also known as Chutok.

After a short refreshing stop at Lukla and meeting our porters and other staff walk downhill by the Lukla air runways to reach Surkhe village. From here, climb to the ridge of Surkhe with a gradual, good walk on a pleasant, winding path to reach the first overnight stop at Paiya, a moderate-sized village with nice forest surrounding.

It's the second day of our trek! After breakfast, we descend for a while until we reach a small bridge. From this point, the trail becomes slippery until we cross the Kari La Pass. We walk through beautiful rhododendron and bamboo forests along a narrow mountain path. During today’s journey, we also get to admire the stunning Dudhkoshi Valley. We continue our trek to Panggom Village, where the residents rely on farming and trading for their livelihoods. We will spend the night in Panggom.

After breakfast, leaving the main the local route of the lower Solu area heading towards the remote north into Inkhu Valley. The morning walk enters a deep alpine forest, reaching Cherem with a few shades of cattle herders.

Pangkongma is not located at the top of the mountain, so we will first climb the winding path to the mountain pass, Pangkongma La, which is at an altitude of 3,170 meters (10,400 feet).

Here, we will be greeted by stunning views of the surrounding mountains, including the impressive south face of Mera Peak. From this point, we will face a steep descent all the way down to the Hinku Khola.

The downhill walk will primarily follow the ridge for a significant portion of the trek. After resting at the bottom of the valley and crossing a suspension bridge, we will embark on a 2-hour climb through the forest to reach our destination, Nashing Dingma.

We climb first, then descend for a while and climb some more to reach Ramailo Danda. From here, we get extraordinary views of Mera Peak and Salpa. After ascending and descending on our trail, we enter the Makalu Barun National Park. Our trail from here to Chhatra Khola is called the Pasang Lhamu trail. On the way, if we are lucky, we might even come across the elusive Red Panda. Overnight in Chhatra Khola.

Today’s trek to Kothe will be easier. We will begin by heading northwest from Khola Kharka, starting with a short, half-hour climb. After that, we will descend; the slope begins gently before steepening all the way down to the bottom of the V-shaped Hinku Valley, named after the Hinku Khola (River) that flows through it.

As we walk, the landscape transforms from rocky terrain to green bushes and trees. We will be walking along the right side of the river as the path gradually climbs northward. Just before we reach Kothe, we will cross the white-water Hinku Khola on a wooden bridge. There will be no settlements along our route today.

We trek along the ridge of the Hinku Khola, in the shadow of Mera Peak. We stop for lunch at Gondishung, a summer herders’ settlement located on the west bank of the Hinku Drangka. After Gondishung, we pass the 200-year-old Lungsumgba Gompa, where we can see Mera Peak etched in rock, along with the route to reach it. A short walk from there takes us to Thaknak, a summer grazing area with simple lodges and shops. We will spend the night in Thaknak.

As we leave Thaknak, we will follow the lateral moraine of the Dig Glacier toward Dig Kharka, where we can enjoy spectacular views of the Charpate Himal. The trail ascends through the moraines to the snout of the Hinku Nup and Shar Glaciers, before climbing more steeply to Khare. From this vantage point, we'll have an incredible view of the northern face of Mera Peak, which will be an unforgettable experience. After lunch, we can explore the area around Khare before spending the night in the lodge.

We have a separate day set aside solely for acclimatization and basic training just to prepare ourselves better for the Mera Peak climb. Our climbing leader will help us polish our basic climbing techniques and demonstrate the best ways to use our climbing gear, like the ice axe, harness, ascender, climbing boots, and crampons. The training will also include learning the best climbing technique with the rope. Overnight in Khare.

As we progress along the snowy glacier, we approach the pass where the slope becomes steep. This segment of the trek is one of the most breathtaking. We are surrounded by stunning panoramas of giant mountains, each rising above 7,000 meters (22,965 feet), some of the highest on Earth. To the east, we can see Chamlang (7,290 meters / 23,917 feet), Makalu (8,475 meters / 27,805 feet), and Baruntse (7,220 meters / 23,687 feet). To the north, Everest (8,848.86 meters / 29,031 feet), Lhotse (8,501 meters / 27,890 feet), and Nuptse dominate the skyline. Heading westward, we are greeted by the impressive peaks of Ama Dablam, Cho Oyo (8,153 meters / 26,748 feet), and Kantega, which fill our view.

Today is a significant day for our expedition. We wake up around 2 a.m. for breakfast. It’s going to be quite cold at first, but we warm up as we ascend the glacier and move onto a unique ridge. The first rays of sunlight hit the towering peaks, allowing the climbers to witness an amazing red hue illuminating the landscape of Nepal. The route remains non-technical as we gradually climb higher into the thinning air.

The slope steepens behind the ridge, and the summit comes back into view. At the base of the final steep summit cone, we may need to use a fixed rope if the climbing leader deems it necessary. The summit is just a few meters away as we reach the top of Mera Peak. From this vantage point, our dreams of success come true, offering a breathtaking panorama that includes Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Cho-Oyu (8,210 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), Makalu (8,463 m), Kangchenjunga (8,586 m), Nuptse (7,855 m), Chamlang (7,319 m), and Baruntse (7,129 m).

After celebrating our achievement at the summit, we descend carefully to the high camp, where we take a moment to rest before continuing our descent to Khare, where we’ll stay overnight in a lodge.

We cannot guarantee favorable weather on our scheduled summit day. Therefore, we have set aside an additional day as a contingency in case we are unable to reach the summit of Mera on the planned day due to bad weather or any unforeseen circumstances. However, if everything goes smoothly, we will not need to use this extra day.

After an adventure of a lifetime experience, return journey back to Lukla as the trek leads to Kothe, walk from base camp without a problem of altitude gain, although the walk leads to a few ups and downs, and back to green vegetation and tree lines at Kotey, a small cattle herder's shelters overnight in a lodge.

Today, we will take a different route to leave Kothe and reach Lukla in a couple of days. From Kothe, we will start our gentle descent southward along the left side of the Hinku Khola. After a couple of hours, we will begin our climb westward to Thuli Kharka.

The steep ascent will take us through the forests, with a lunch stop at Toktar, a small settlement nestled in the woods. We will continue our ascent through the forest and navigate a rocky section. In a final push, the trail will gradually descend to Thuli Kharka, where we will spend the night.

Flight to Manthali

The flight from Lukla to Manthali takes approximately 25 minutes. Following your arrival, there will be a 4 to 6-hour drive to Kathmandu, where you will be transferred to your hotel in a shared tourist vehicle. This information is relevant for the peak trekking season, which runs from March to November.

Flight to Kathmandu

The flight from Kathmandu to Lukla lasts about 35 minutes. After landing, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu using a shared tourist vehicle. This arrangement is applicable outside of the peak trekking months.

Helicopter Option

You have the option to book a direct helicopter flight from Lukla to Kathmandu for an additional charge of USD 550 per person. This price is based on a sharing arrangement for five people. This is the best alternative to avoid the long drive from Manthali Airport to Kathmandu during peak season, which includes March, April, May, October, and November.

If you wish to extend your stay in Nepal, there are several options available. You might consider visiting Chitwan National Park, renowned for its wildlife viewing, or Pokhara, which is often regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in Nepal. Additionally, you can extend your travels to Tibet or Bhutan.

After a wonderful time on Mera Peak Climb with the grand service of Nepal Spirit Adventure, as per the flight time, transfer to the Tribhuvan International airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight for your departure homeward bound or to the next respective countries.