Mera Peak is the first choice for those who are looking to have their first experience in the Himalayas of Nepal. Rising to 6476 above sea level this peak is the first step for climbers to build 7000m+ more serious mountaineering objectives. Similarly, Mera Peak is a technically and mentally more achievable peak without much struggle compared to other 6000m peaks in Nepal. Like most trips in the Everest region, the journey to Mera Peak also begins with a flight to Lukla.

Starting from Lukla, you follow the Dudh Koshi River downstream to Panggom. Further, you reach Kothe and continue to Thangnak. As you enjoy the views of the Charpate Himal range, the trail takes you to the desolate region of Makalu Barun National Park at Khare. Then, you acclimatize to the altitude before joining the trail to High Camp. The summit of Mera Peak offers plenty of challenges as you savour the views of the nearby Himalayas. The summit, however, offers a breath-taking panorama of five of the highest mountains in the world, namely, Mt. Everest (8848m), Kanchenjunga (8586m), Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8481m), and Cho Oyu (8201m). After the successful climb, you’ll head back to Lukla via a different route across Zatrwa La Pass (4610m). In total, the Mera peak takes 18-20 days.

Experience Required

Joining to climb Mera peak, climbers have a level of physical fitness and a moderate level of technical climbing, likewise, prior 3000 to 4000m climbing experience and high-altitude snow walking experience with crampons is highly recommended for this peak. Similarly, climbers must maintain a steady pace on the trip while acclimatizing to the altitude. Our team don’t just lead the trip, they work with clients closely to provide specific training for Mera peak to build your climbing skills, and strength and give encouragement to climb a little higher. Mera peak can be climbed during both the autumn and spring season, both seasons are the ideal time to climb Mera peak.

Climb Mera Peak with Altitude Expeditions

We offer one of the unique experiences for those who want to summit a 6000m Himalayan peak in just 18-20 days. Our Mera peak expedition will be led by a very experienced guide and limited to 10 climbers with a 2:1 climber to Sherpa ratio to focus on your safety and success. We are confident that how we operate Island peak because we know and we have succeeded Mera peak expedition several times – so we pride ourselves on our previous record of safety and success. Therefore, if you are just embarking on Himalayan climbs, an ascent of Mera peak with Altitude Expedition is a great place to start.