18 days Mera Peak Climbing
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18 days Mera Peak Climbing highlight
- 18 days Mera Peak (6654m) is a climbing Peak in Nepal.
- Breathtaking views of Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Lhotse (over 8000m).
- Mera Peak Climb through unspoiled valleys of the Khumbu region.
- Beautiful Lakes and streams in the Sagarmatha National Park.
- Exciting and adventurous climbing trip.
Most Asked Questions by Travellers
The summit of Mera Peak elevates to 6,189 meters. The climb to the summit of Mera Peak has been considered moderately challenging. Most climbers making it to Mera Peak are beginners and consider this peak their first step towards climbing.
Many climbers take Mera Peak as a training peak for climbing higher mountains like Everest, Annapurna, and Makalu. So, yes, a Mera Peak can be perfect for beginners.
Unlike other mountains or peak climbing in Nepal, the traverse to the summit of Mera Peak is straightforward. The Mera Peak climb is free of steep technical climbs with few problematic stretches. Among other peaks, the upgrade to Mera Peak is considered non-technical. That being said, the elevation of this peak reaches 6461 meters, which makes it prone to AMS.
The usual packaged trip to Mera Peak is at least 21 days. This includes your time in Kathmandu, trekking days, acclimatization days, and climbing period. The actual base camp climb to the Mera Peak summit takes about 5-6 hours. The descent from the panel to the base camp takes about 3 hours. Usually, climber begin their ascent at 2 am and turn around by 10 am.
Professional registered mountain guides are mandatory for any mountain climbing activities in Nepal. As mandated by the Government of Nepal, you are only allowed to climb mountains or peaks of Nepal if accompanied by a registered Travel company and a licensed mountain guide. Thus, you can only climb Mera Peak with a guide.
While beginners are encouraged to try Mera Peak, it is not easy. The sheer altitude of the Mera peak, beyond 6000 meters, makes climbing hard. There are other peaks like Yala Peak (5,700m/18,700ft), Chulu Far-Eastern Peak (6,060m/19,882ft), Chulu West (6,419m/21,055ft), and Pokalde Peak (5,806 m 19,049 ft) that are easier in comparison to Mera Peak.
Mera and Island Peak are both located in the Everest region. They are considered beginner peaks for anyone starting their climbing adventure. Climbers agree that Mera Peak is more accessible than Island Peak on technical grounds.
The technicality of Island Peak is demanding as it requires steep ice climbs, which is different from Mera. Furthermore, narrow rocky ridges, several icefalls, and glacial walks make Island Peak harder than Mera Peak. Thus, the Mera Peak is relatively more manageable than the Island Peak climbing.
Yes, on a clear day, Mt.Everest is distinctly visible from the summit of Mera Peak. Additionally, the view from the top of Mera Peak provides an astounding vista of Cho-Oyu (8201m), Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8463m), Kanchenjunga (8586m), Nuptse (7855m) and Chamlang (7319m).
Nepal Mountaineering Association has secluded 27 peaks of Nepal as trekking peaks. These peaks, including Mera Peak, have elevation within a range of 5800m – 6476m above sea level. These peaks can be completed with essential trekking experience with proper guidance. Beginner peaks that require novice experience are called trekking peaks.
Yes, Mera Peak is the highest trekking peak in Nepal. It measures 6476 meters above sea level.
Past evidence suggests a 60-70% success rate in Mera Peak Climbing.
There are three different types of accommodation for your Mera Peak Climb. During your stay in Kathmandu, you will have full-fledged luxurious accommodations. During your trekking days, until you reach the base camp, you will stay in teahouses dotted along the trail. You will have tented accommodation at the base camp until you descend.
Since climbing is an arduous adventure, it is required for you to be in the best physical shape. Preparation for Mera Peak must be done at least three months before your climbing date. Your exercise should focus on building good core and leg strength. Also, endurance training is recommended for the climb.
Yes, you need to obtain a climbing permit to climb any peaks in Nepal. A registered trekking company provides you with climbing permits in Kathmandu. Similarly, Climbing guides are compulsory to attain a climbing permit in Nepal. Also required are the Sagarmatha National Park permit and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit.
Mera Peak is a Himalayan mountain that scales higher than Mt. Kilimanjaro. The traverse to Kilimanjaro is almost similar to that of Mt.Mera. The difficulty of these mountains is practically identical despite Mera being more elevated in elevation.
No way, Mera Peak is a small, petty mountain compared to Mt.Everest. Everest climbing is an expedition that takes over two months to reach the summit, while Mera can be summated within a day from Base Camp and return to Khare.
Mera Peak is located in the eastern highlands of Nepal. It sits facing the mighty Everest range and is nestled in Makalu Barun National Park.
The best time to climb Mera Peak is during spring and autumn. These two seasons provide the best weather window for climbing.
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