Mera Peak Climbing

Mera Peak (6,461m/ 21,190 ft) is an exciting, scenically stunning mountain becoming popular among trekkers and climbers as it is the highest trekking peak in Nepal in Khumbu (Everest) Valley. Situated on the edge of famous Khumbu Region and dominated by Mt. Everest, climbing Mera peak is an opportunity to all the adventure seekers who are physically fit. Lifting the eyes from Mera and keep on lifting them until, above the clouds, the mighty frieze of the world’s 8000 meter Mountains- Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Lhotse, Cho-Oyu and many other peaks is an unforgettable experience.
Mera Peak climbing begins following a short and exciting flight to the mountain airstrip of Lukla and after continuous trek for days through the high and lovely valleys you will get to the area of Mera. Although physically very demanding on account of the altitude, the climb on Mera Peak is not technically difficult as ascending snow slopes rarely exceed 40 degrees. The only qualification you need to ascend Mera peak is your excellent physical fitness and an extrovert sense of adventure. Our Mera peak itinerary has been carefully designed to allow gradual acclimatization for the climbers. The walk in initially through the virgin forest of the Hinku Valley is incredibly beautiful and provides excellent acclimatization for the peak itself. Our unrivalled service, professional trekking staff and an experienced climbing guide ensure that your Mera trip will be an lifetime adventure experience in Nepal.

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 Highlights Sightseeing in the World Heritage Sites in Kathamdu Valley: Kathmandu/Patan Durbar Square
Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa
Scenic flight from Lukla
Get acquainted with the mountain people and the Himalayan Nature
Climb Mera peak 6,461 m/ 21,190 ft
Enjoy the Impressive views of the world’s highest snow capped peaks, including Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Thamserku, and Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Makalu & Mt. Kanchenjunga
 

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Welcome to Nepal! Upon arrival in Kathmandu a travel-to-nature Asia guide/representative will be at the airport to greet and take us to our hotel. Please look out for your name-card once you exit out of arrival area.

Accommodation: Manaslu Hotel

Boudhanath – Pashupatinath

Nepal’s capital Kathmandu is a fascinating blend of old and new and the largest and most cosmopolitan city in Nepal. This morning we visit the colossal Bodhnath (Boudha), which is one of the world’s largest stupas and the most important Buddhist monument outside Tibet. It’s a beautiful worship site where the spinning of prayer wheels, prostrating pilgrims and collective chants are just some of the practices that can be witnessed.

The Stupa is located in the area of ancient trade route to Tibet where Tibetan merchants and offered prayers for many centuries. When refugees entered Nepal from Tibet in the 1950s, many decided to live around Bodhnath. Hence, a complete township has developed around Bodhnath and we’ll also visit a monastery where the young monks live and study Tibetan Buddhism.

Next we will visit Pashupatinath (UNESCO Heritage site) – one of most important Hindu pilgrimages in the world and its sacred temple complex on the banks of the holy Bagmati river. Here, monkeys run up and down the steps of the burning ghats (cremation), and trident-bearing Saddhus draped in burnt-orange and saffron sit serenely meditating – when they’re not posing for photos-for-rupees.

At first glance, Pashupatinath might not look that sacred – the temple is just a few hundred meters from the end of the runway at Tribhuvan Airport, overlooking the Bagmati river. However, in religious terms this is a powerhouse of Hindu spiritual energy, and is closely connected to Lord Shiva in the form of Pashupati, the Lord of Animals.

The practice of cremation in Nepal at Pashupatinath dates back to centuries. Arya Ghat, the place where the crematorium lies on the Bagmati river is the largest cremation area in Nepal.

Afternoon is at leisure.

Accommodation: Hotel Manaslu
Meal: Breakfast

Note: We host a pre-trip meeting at your hotel and introduce your trek leader/guide. Please seek this opportunity to ask questions about your trek and climbing. For the meeting, please make sure you bring your passport, three copies of passport-size photos, and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy.

Swayambhunath – Patan Durbar Square

This morning we start our half-day sightseeing tour first by visiting Swayambhunath, UNESCO site commonly known as the “Monkey Temple” which lies atop forested hill some 3 km from Thamel, tourist hub of Kathmandu, which was built over 2500 years ago. From here we enjoy panoramic views of Kathmandu, stretching out the foothills of the Himalaya.

Our next stop is the nearby city of Patan, a renowned center of Nepalese arts and crafts. Patan was founded in 250AD and became known for producing fine works in copper, bronze and silver. You see many of these treasures on display at the new Patan Museum. If time permits, you head to the nearby Tibetan refugee camp for a demonstration in carpet weaving.

Accommodation: Hotel Manaslu
Meal: Breakfast

Early in the morning our Trekking Guide will pick us up at the hotel and transfer to Kathmandu airport domestic terminal to catch flight to Lukla (2,810 m). The flight duration is approximately 45 minutes. After landing at the Tenzing-Hillary airport in Lukla we refresh with a cup of Masala tea or coffee, meet rest of our the trekking team (porters), then our trekking starts from Lukla to Painyan. We walk on a forest trail, cross a bridge over the Handi Khola and reach Surke Village. From here we continue moving south and cross the Chutok La pass before reaching the small settlement of Paiyan, also known as Chutok. Overnight in Paiyan.