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Mera Peak Climbing is a 19-day high-altitude climbing adventure to the summit of Mera Peak at 6,476 meters in eastern Nepal. Our Mera Peak Climbing package for 2026/2027 combines a trek through the remote Hinku Valley with acclimatization, climbing preparation, and a guided summit attempt. The journey begins in Kathmandu and continues by flight to Lukla before following the trail through Paiya, Pangkongma, Ningsow, Chhatra Khola, Kothe, Thangnak, and Khare toward Mera Peak Base Camp and High Camp.
The Mera Peak Climbing cost is USD 2,490 per person for a group of 2 to 5 people, with different rates available for larger groups. The package covers the main trekking and climbing arrangements, including domestic flights, accommodation, meals, guides, porters, required permits, and climbing logistics. Personal expenses, travel insurance, and items listed under exclusions are separate.
Mera Peak is a strenuous climb because of its 6,476-meter altitude, long summit day, cold conditions, and snow and glacier terrain. The standard route does not require advanced technical climbing throughout the ascent, but good physical fitness, acclimatization, and preparation are essential. Previous trekking or basic mountaineering experience is useful, while our climbing guide provides support during the climbing sections.
The approach through the Hinku Valley takes you from forested lower elevations into alpine terrain. After reaching Khare, you have time to acclimatize and prepare for the climb before continuing toward Base Camp and High Camp. The summit attempt begins early in the morning and can take many hours, depending on weather, trail conditions, and your pace. From the summit, you can enjoy views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Baruntse, Chamlang, and other Himalayan peaks.
Our 19-day itinerary allows time for gradual altitude gain, acclimatization, climbing preparation, the summit attempt, and descent. Weather and mountain conditions are assessed throughout the climb, and the guide makes decisions based on safety rather than forcing a summit attempt in unsuitable conditions. We arrange the major logistics from Kathmandu to the mountain and back, while the itinerary can also be customized according to your available time and trekking or climbing experience.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Peak | Mera Peak |
| Elevation | 6,476 m |
| Starting Point | Kathmandu |
| Trekking Start | Lukla |
| Khare | Approx. 5,045 m |
| Lower Base Camp | Approx. 5,300 m |
| Higher Base Camp | Approx. 5,780 m |
| Duration | 18 days |
| Difficulty | Challenging |
| Group Size | 1–25 people |
| Best Seasons | Spring and Autumn |
| Summit Start | Usually around 1:00–2:00 AM |
| Accommodation | Teahouse and tented camping |
| Route | Kathmandu → Lukla → Paiya → Pangkoma → Nigmsa → Chetra River → Kothe → Tangnang → Khare → Mera Peak → Kothe → Thuli Kharka → Lukla → Kathmandu |
| Highest Point | 6,476 m |
Our 18-day Mera Peak Climbing package costs USD 2,490 per person for groups of 2 to 25 people. The single-person package costs USD 2,690.
| Group Size | Cost per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | USD 2,690 |
| 2–25 people | USD 2,490 |
The package covers the main trekking and climbing arrangements, including accommodation, mountain meals, Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flights, professional guides, porters, required permits, climbing support, and camping arrangements.
International airfare, travel insurance, personal expenses, and services not specifically mentioned in the package are excluded.
Mera Peak offers a gradual transition from lower Himalayan forests to high-altitude glacier terrain. The approach through the Hinku Valley passes through quieter mountain villages, rhododendron and bamboo forests, alpine valleys, and open mountain landscapes before reaching the climbing section.
The route also gives you time to prepare for the summit. After reaching Kothe, you spend time around Tangnang for acclimatization before continuing to Khare at 5,045 meters. Khare is the main preparation point for the climb, where we check the climbing equipment and prepare for the higher camps.
From Khare, the route continues toward Mera Peak Base Camp and Higher Base Camp across increasingly rugged and snowy terrain. The final summit climb starts early in the morning and reaches 6,476 meters, with clear-weather views toward Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Baruntse, Chamlang, and other Himalayan peaks.
For trekkers who want to combine a remote approach trek with a proper Himalayan peak-climbing experience, Mera Peak provides a complete progression from forest trails to glacier and snow climbing.
The approach begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and follows the quieter trail towards the Hinku Valley:
Kathmandu → Lukla → Paiya → Pangkoma → Nigmsa → Chetra River → Kothe → Tangnang → Khare
The climbing section continues:
Khare → Lower Base Camp → Higher Base Camp → Mera Peak Summit → Khare
After completing the climb, we descend through Kothe and Thuli Kharka before crossing Zatrwa La and returning to Lukla:
Khare → Kothe → Thuli Kharka → Zatrwa La → Lukla → Kathmandu
Khare, at around 5,045 metres, marks the transition from the high-altitude trekking section to the main climbing section. By the time you reach Khare, you have already spent several days gaining altitude through the Hinku Valley. From here, the route becomes more exposed and involves the use of technical climbing equipment.
The climbing section continues from Khare to Lower Base Camp and Higher Base Camp before the summit attempt. Your climbing guide checks the equipment, provides the necessary briefing, and prepares the team for the higher camps.
Khare is also an important preparation point because the final section of the climb involves a significant change in terrain, temperature, and altitude. You spend the night at Khare before moving to the climbing camps.
The standard climbing section includes Lower Base Camp at approximately 5,300 metres and Higher Base Camp at approximately 5,780 metres. Lower Base Camp is reached after leaving Khare and provides the first tented overnight stop in the dedicated climbing section. From here, the route becomes steeper and enters more exposed snow and glacier terrain.
Higher Base Camp is the final overnight camp before the summit attempt. Climbers prepare their equipment here and rest before the early-morning ascent to the summit. The exact snow and glacier conditions can change during the climbing season, so the climbing team assesses the route and equipment requirements according to the conditions on the mountain.
The summit attempt normally begins around 1:00 to 2:00 AM from Higher Base Camp. The early start is necessary for a long summit day at high altitude. The route involves snow and glacier terrain, and crampons, harnesses, ropes, and other climbing equipment are used according to the conditions.
The summit day can take 10 to 12 hours or longer. The exact duration depends on weather, snow and route conditions, group pace, and individual fitness. After reaching the summit at 6,476 metres, the team begins the descent towards Khare. The return is an important part of the day because fatigue increases significantly after the summit.
Mera Peak Climbing is a challenging high-altitude climb. The physical demand comes from the long approach trek, increasing altitude, cold conditions, snow and glacier terrain, and the length of the summit day.
The main challenges include:
Previous climbing experience is helpful, particularly for movement on snow and the use of climbing equipment. However, first-time peak climbers can attempt Mera Peak with appropriate preparation, acclimatization, physical fitness, suitable equipment, and guidance from an experienced climbing team.
Our Mera Peak climbing package includes the essential climbing equipment required for the climb. We provide the following equipment for each climber:
Additional equipment can be arranged through climbing equipment rental shops in Kathmandu if required.
The success rate of Mera Peak climbing is generally around 80–90%, depending on weather, route conditions, acclimatization, physical preparation, altitude tolerance, and the climber's experience. Mera Peak does not usually require advanced technical climbing skills, but the high altitude and long summit day make proper preparation important.
The main factors that can prevent a successful summit include fatigue, altitude sickness, unfavorable weather, poor route conditions, and physical problems during the climb. Following a properly planned itinerary with adequate acclimatization can improve the chances of reaching the summit.
Our guides monitor the group's condition throughout the trek and climbing period and provide guidance on pacing, hydration, equipment, and altitude-related symptoms. A reserve day is also included in our itinerary in case weather or mountain conditions prevent a safe ascent on the planned summit day.
If you want to avoid the Lukla flight, you can reach Khari Khola by road from Kathmandu via Salleri. The drive from Kathmandu to Salleri takes around 6 to 7 hours, followed by another 5 to 6 hours from Salleri to Khari Khola. The road between Salleri and Khari Khola is mostly rough and gravelled, so a four-wheel-drive jeep is required.
From Khari Khola, the trek continues towards Pangkoma, joining the Mera Peak route through the Hinku Valley. This option avoids the uncertainty of Lukla flights and allows the Mera Peak itinerary to begin overland. It can be a practical choice when Lukla flight schedules are affected by weather or operational conditions.
The classic route to Mera Peak begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. From Lukla, the trail descends towards Surke before climbing towards Paiya, where the Mera Peak trekking route continues through Pangkoma, Nigmsa, Chetra River, Kothe, Tangnang, and Khare.
This route involves several ascents and descents during the early days of the trek, making it a longer approach to Mera Peak. In return, trekkers experience a quieter side of the Everest region, with Sherpa villages, terraced farmland, monasteries, streams, rhododendron and bamboo forests, and changing mountain landscapes along the trail.
For climbers who want the traditional Mera Peak approach and are comfortable with the Lukla flight, the Lukla-Paiya route provides a gradual transition from lower valleys to the high-altitude climbing section at Khare.
Mera Peak is a permitted climbing peak, so climbers need the applicable peak-climbing permit and other required trekking or conservation permissions for the route. The current Nepal Tourism Board guidance lists Mera Peak Trek among the Everest-region routes where trekkers must be accompanied by a licensed trekking guide and carry an agency-issued TIMS card.
The applicable climbing royalty and other fees are set under Nepal's current mountaineering regulations. The Department of Tourism's current schedule, effective from 1 September 2025, lists the royalty for mountains below 6,500 m at USD 350 in spring and USD 175 in autumn, winter, and summer.
Our Mera Peak Climbing package includes the required trekking and climbing permits and applicable fees. We also handle the necessary permit arrangements as part of the trip preparation. Because permit fees and regulations can change, we confirm the applicable requirements and charges when finalising your booking.
To book our Mera Peak Climbing package, send us your preferred travel dates and group size. If you have specific requirements or previous high-altitude trekking or climbing experience, share those details with our team. We can then confirm the appropriate arrangements for flights, accommodation, permits, guides, porters, climbing equipment, and camping.
You should also arrange your travel insurance and personal trekking and climbing items before departure. Our team will meet you in Kathmandu and provide the necessary briefing before you begin the journey.
Our standard Mera Peak itinerary can be customised according to your available time, experience, and group requirements.
Possible customisations include:
If you already have an Everest Base Camp, Gokyo, Three High Passes, or another Khumbu itinerary, we can review your route and determine how the Mera Peak climbing section can be incorporated.
Yes, Mount Everest can be seen from the summit of Mera Peak on a clear day. The summit provides a wide Himalayan panorama, with views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Kanchenjunga, along with several other peaks in Nepal and the Tibetan region.
The mountain views are one of the highlights of reaching the 6,476-metre summit of Mera Peak. Visibility depends on weather and cloud conditions, especially during the summit morning.
We arrange the complete Mera Peak Climbing journey from Kathmandu to the mountain and back. Our package covers the approach trek, accommodation, Kathmandu-Lukla flights, permits, professional trekking and climbing guides, porters, camping arrangements, climbing support, and the required guest and group climbing equipment.
We follow a gradual route through the Hinku Valley, allowing you to gain altitude progressively before reaching the main climbing section. The itinerary includes an acclimatization day at Tangnang and additional time at Khare to prepare for the higher camps and summit attempt.
Our itinerary clearly separates the trekking approach from the dedicated climbing section. After reaching Khare, our climbing team checks the required equipment and provides a climbing briefing before you continue towards Lower Base Camp, Higher Base Camp, and the summit. This gives you time to understand the equipment and the climbing process before the main ascent.
We provide the essential guest climbing equipment, including mountaineering boots, harness set, crampons, ice axe, ascender and descender, and locking and unlocking carabiners. We also arrange the necessary group climbing equipment, including main climbing ropes, snow bars, ice tools, ice screws, accessory cords, and slings.
Our professional guides remain with the group throughout the trek and climbing period. They provide route guidance, monitor the group's condition at altitude, assist with equipment use, and help assess weather and mountain conditions before the summit attempt.
A reserve day is included in the itinerary to provide additional flexibility if strong winds, snowfall, poor visibility, route conditions, or other mountain factors prevent a safe summit attempt on the planned day. If the summit is completed as scheduled, the reserve day can instead be used as a recovery day at Khare.
We also provide practical support throughout the journey, including airport transfers, Kathmandu accommodation, trekking and climbing permits, porter service, a first-aid kit, oximeter, NHT duffle bag, excess luggage storage in Kathmandu, and a Mera Peak climbing route map.
From the quieter trails of the Hinku Valley to the glacier and snow sections above Khare, our Mera Peak itinerary is planned to give you a structured progression from trekking to high-altitude climbing. Our team handles the main logistics so you can focus on acclimatization, preparation, and the summit attempt.
Mera Peak Climbing takes you from the lower trails of the Hinku Valley to a 6,476-metre Himalayan summit through a gradual approach, acclimatization, climbing preparation, and a dedicated summit attempt.
If you are ready to plan your Mera Peak Climbing journey, contact Nepal Himalayas Trekking with your preferred dates and group size. We can arrange your flights, accommodation, permits, guides, porters, climbing equipment, and camping services for the complete 18-day journey.
Altitude: Kathmandu 1,300 m
Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
Your Mera Peak Climbing journey begins when you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Our representative will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. You can use the remaining time to rest after your international journey and prepare for the trek ahead. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Altitude: Lukla 2,642 m → Paiya 2,730 m
Walking: Approximately 6–7 hours
Accommodation: Teahouse
We catch an early morning flight to Lukla and begin our trek to Paiya after landing at Tenzing-Hillary Airport. The trail initially passes through a jungle section before crossing a bridge over the Handi Khola and reaching Surke Village.
From Surke, we continue south and cross the Chutok La pass before reaching the small settlement of Paiya, also known as Chutok. The trail passes through forested sections with rhododendron and other mountain vegetation, while several gradual climbs and descents make this a steady first day on the Mera Peak route. Overnight in Paiya.
Altitude: Paiya 2,730 m → Pangkoma 2,850 m
Walking: Approximately 6–7 hours
Accommodation: Teahouse
We leave Paiya and descend through a forested section before crossing a small bridge and continuing along a trail that can become slippery after rain.
From the lower section, the route climbs towards Kari La through rhododendron and bamboo forest before descending towards the Dudh Koshi Valley. We then continue through forest and mountain terrain with several uphill and downhill sections before climbing towards Pangkoma. The surrounding hills gradually open as we approach the small mountain settlement at around 2,850 m. Overnight in Pangkoma.
Altitude: Pangkoma 2,850 m → Nigmsa 2,745 m
Walking: Approximately 6–7 hours
Accommodation: Teahouse
We leave Pangkoma and climb towards Pangkoma La before following the ridge and descending towards Peseng Kharka Khola. After crossing the river, the trail climbs again through Peeng Kharka Danda before continuing through forest towards Ningsow Khola.
We cross the river and continue along the quieter trail towards Nigmsa, also referred to as Ningsow on some route descriptions. The day involves repeated climbs and descents through forested mountain terrain even though the overnight elevation is slightly lower than Pangkoma. Overnight in Nigmsa.
Altitude: Nigmsa 2,745 m → Chetra River 3,150 m
Walking: Approximately 7 hours
Accommodation: Teahouse
We leave Nigmsa and continue through a series of ascents and descents toward Ramailo Danda. From the higher sections of the trail, we get views of Mera Peak and the surrounding mountains. The route then continues through dense rhododendron and bamboo forests before descending towards the Chetra Khola.
This section of the trek is remote and has fewer settlements and services compared with the earlier part of the route. We continue along the forested trail and reach Chetra Khola, where we spend the night at a teahouse.
Altitude: Chetra River 3,150 m → Kothe 3,600 m
Walking: Approximately 6–7 hours
Accommodation: Teahouse
We continue from Chetra River through forested slopes towards the Hinku Valley. The trail follows a series of climbs and descents through pine and rhododendron forest before gradually gaining altitude.
As we move closer to Kothe, the Hinku River becomes a more noticeable part of the route and the valley begins to open. We reach Kothe at around 3,600 m, an important overnight stop on the Mera Peak route before continuing deeper into the Hinku Valley. Overnight in Kothe.
Altitude: Kothe 3,600 m → Tangnang 4,350 m
Walking: Approximately 5–6 hours
Accommodation: Teahouse
From Kothe, we follow the Hinku Valley northward, staying close to the Hinku Khola for much of the walk. The forest becomes thinner as we gain altitude, while the valley opens into a wider alpine landscape surrounded by rocky mountain slopes.
The trail passes through Gondishung, a small seasonal settlement in the Hinku Valley. Here, we can see Lungsumgba Gumba, a small Buddhist shrine associated with the local trekking route. From Gondishung, the trail continues towards Tangnang with increasingly open views of the surrounding peaks, including Mera Peak and Kusum Kanguru when conditions are clear.
We continue steadily towards Tangnang, where the increasing altitude becomes more noticeable and the vegetation becomes much sparser. Overnight in Tangnang at around 4,350 m.
Altitude: Tangnang 4,350 m
Walking: Short acclimatization hike
Accommodation: Teahouse
We spend the day at Tangnang to allow our bodies to adjust to the altitude before moving higher towards Khare.
After breakfast, we take a short acclimatization hike around the surrounding valley. Depending on trail and weather conditions, the Charpate Himal Glacier area provides a nearby objective for gaining some additional altitude before returning to Tangnang.
The surrounding Hinku Valley also provides views of the rocky mountain slopes and glaciers above the settlement. The day gives the climbing team time to check our technical equipment and discuss the route ahead. We return to Tangnang for another night at 4,350 m.
Altitude: Tangnang 4,350 m → Khare 5,045 m
Walking: Approximately 5–6 hours
Accommodation: Teahouse
We leave Tangnang and continue into the upper Hinku Valley, where vegetation becomes increasingly sparse and the trail changes to rocky and exposed terrain.
The route passes through the high glacial landscape around Dig Glacier and Dig Kharka, with views towards the Hinku Nup Glacier and Shar Glacier depending on the route and conditions. As we climb higher, Mera Peak becomes increasingly prominent above the valley.
We continue towards Khare, located beneath the northern side of Mera Peak. The surrounding landscape includes dramatic views of Kusum Kanguru and Kyashar when visibility is clear. After reaching Khare at around 5,045 m, we rest and prepare our climbing equipment for the higher section. Our climbing guide also provides the necessary briefing before we move towards Base Camp. Overnight in Khare.
Altitude: Khare 5,045 m → Lower Base Camp 5,300 m
Walking: Approximately 4–5 hours
Accommodation: Tented camp
We leave Khare and climb towards Lower Base Camp at around 5,300 m. The trail gradually leaves the last permanent settlement behind as the terrain becomes increasingly rocky and exposed.
The route continues towards the Mera Glacier, and snow and ice conditions become more important as we approach the climbing section. Depending on the season and route conditions, our climbing guide determines the appropriate equipment and movement techniques for the glacier terrain.
After reaching Lower Base Camp, the climbing team arranges the camp while we rest and prepare for the steeper section towards Higher Base Camp. Overnight at Lower Base Camp.
Altitude: Lower Base Camp 5,300 m → Higher Base Camp 5,780 m
Walking: Approximately 4–5 hours
Accommodation: Tented camp
We continue from Lower Base Camp towards Higher Base Camp at around 5,780 m, entering the higher snow and glacier section of the Mera Peak climbing route.
The terrain becomes steeper and more exposed as we move across the upper section of the Mera Glacier. We use climbing equipment according to the conditions, with our guide managing the rope and movement techniques required on the glacier.
After reaching Higher Base Camp, we settle into camp and prepare our climbing equipment for the summit attempt. We take an early meal and rest as much as possible before the night-time summit start.