Trip Highlights
- Visit the many cultural mountain villages of the Khumbu region, including prominent monasteries and Buddhist shrines.
- Enjoy the serene natural beauty of the Himalayan foothills
- Summit the Mera peak, one of the most famous and beautiful trekking peaks of Nepal
Overview
One of the highest peaks in Nepal- the Mera Peak, is synonymous with magnificence and beauty. Classified as a “trekking peak,” the Mera Peak stands at an altitude of 6,476 meters, shadowing the eastern Khumbu valley. The Mera Peak Climbing journey is among the most beautiful and magnificent journeys in the whole world. The 26-day journey is filled with incredible natural sights and views of Nepal’s highest Himalayas. Surrounded by the vast expanses of snow and ice, the trip is sure to become an unforgettable part of your travel journey that you do not want to miss out on!
Correspondingly, Mera Peak is also one of the most sought-after climbing peaks in the country. While the peak’s altitude seems daunting, the actual climb to its summit is not as challenging as many other climbing peaks. That said, Mera Peak Climbing is an excellent option for people who are novice mountaineers. It is a journey not only of endurance and achievement but also of culture and natural beauty. Very few places on Earth can match the tranquility and serenity of the Himalayas, and the Mera Peak Climbing perfectly captures this essence.
The journey begins with a flight to Phaplu from Kathmandu, and the trekking trail leads you through Khumbu’s most well-preserved natural environments. Making your way through the lush Himalayan woodlands, you eventually come across the dwindling of forests to meet the snowy expanses of the mountains. All along the journey, you will also get a chance to encounter and experience the culture and traditions of the ethnic Sherpa people. It is a magnificent trip that encompasses the best features of northern Nepal.
Our professional and experienced team members and guides will help you all along your trip as well. At every step of the way, you will be provided with the best services regarding all aspects of travel- such as transportation, food, and lodging. Join Brown Bear Trails for a memorable trip and also for the best services at every step of your trip! Book your Mera Peak Climbing Trip with us today!
Itinerary
You may arrive at Kathmandu at any time. Upon your arrival at the airport in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by one of our team members. He will escort you to your Hotel. There are no planned activities for today, so you may check into your Hotel and relax. Overnights stay at the Hotel.
This day is reserved for a Kathmandu day trip. Kathmandu has many beautiful and historical landmarks, and you will be paying a visit to the city's four UNESCO World Heritage Sires today. The day will begin with you visiting the Kathmandu Durbar Square- one of the three Durbar Squares of Nepal. The next stop is the Pashupatinath Temple- the holiest Hindu temple in the country. The last two stops are at the Bouddhanath Stupa and the Swayambhunath Temple, both revered temples for the Hindu and the Buddhist population of the city. Today is also reserved for preparing for your climbing trip. Overnights stay at the Hotel.
Early in the morning, you will be taken to the airport for your flight to Phaplu. This small serene village is a gateway village in the lower Khumbu region. For the most part, Phaplu serves as the starting point for several Khumbu treks. You can enjoy a beautiful view of the Himalayas upon your arrival at the village. Overnights stay at Phaplu.
Today's trip involves driving from Phaplu to another famous village in the region- Dhap. The drive goes through some of the most beautiful natural landscapes, with the road winding through cliffs sides and soaring valley ridges. The environment is also quite pretty, with the terrain covered in woodlands. The valley is also shadowed by the Himalayas that line the horizon. The fresh air along the drive will make your feel like the dive is not long at all as you meander through the ridges- taking in the view. After arriving in Dhap, you will be taken to your lodge. Overnights stay at Dhap.
The trek from Dhap to today's destination is a magnificent journey of peaceful cedar woodlands and canopies of rhododendron forests covering the trail. The small huts and cottages of Dhap Bazaar fade away behind you as you continue on your trek through the pasturelands of the Himalayan foothills. During spring, the woodlands are also filled with various fowls and Himalayan birds that fill the air with the sound of cawing and chirps. Finally, after about 5 hours of trekking, you will arrive at Jhapre. Overnights stay at Jhapre.
From Jhapre, the trail coruscates through the shrub-dotted landscape towards Bhulbule. As you reach the village after trekking for about 2 hours after leaving Jhapre, you can rest and enjoy the panoramic view of the mountains. From Bhulbule, the trail then winds through the open pastures towards the Pikey Peak Base Camp. You will notice that the landscape starts to change from pine woods to smaller and sparsely dotted shrubs as you continue along the journey, but the opening of the valley below still gives you a good view of the woods. Overnights stay at Pikey Base Cap.
Early in the morning, you will begin your trekking journey, following the trail that takes you to Pikey peak. The peak is situated about 1 hour away from the base camp. Upon reaching the peak- you can enjoy amazing views of mountain peaks such as Mount Everest, the Number Chuli, Khatang Himal, the Thamserku peak, the Khangtega, Mount Dhaulagiri, the Manaslu peak, the Langtang Himal, and the Gaurishankar peak to the west with the Kanchenjunga Himal to the east. From the peak, you will then trek downhill towards Junbesi, which takes around 6 hours. Overnights stay at Junbesi.
Today’s trek involves going through the tranquil landscape of Khumbu’s upper region towards Taksindu. The trail zigzags through the valley's ridges and crosses over many Himalayan rivers that flow through the terrain. The peaceful environment is always filled with unforgettable sights of the sparse woods and the occasional peeking of the Himalayas as you round the ridge corners. Every once in a while, you can also spot goat herds that lazily line the pastures of the mountain. Overnights stay at Taksindu.
Today’s journey involves you going down the cliffs of the valley towards Khari Khola. The path gets narrow, and the well-worn pathway is lined through the landscape like a ribbon, going over bridges and pastures dotted with prayer flags and stone shortens. Overnights stay at Khari Khola village.
The trip today begins with a gradual climb towards the outskirts of the Khari Khola valley. With switchbacks and well-worn pathways, the trip will be filled with occasional villagers making their trip through the pastures and villages, carrying firewood and cattle milk. After walking for around 45 minutes away from the river, you will reach a local school- the Mera Primary School. From here, the path takes you to the village of Kupra. You can rest here for a while and then continue your journey towards Pangom. Overnights stay at Pangom.
The trail that you will follow today takes you to the Pangom La Pass. This mountain pass has a watershed that separates the Dudh Koshi River Valley and the Hinku valley. You can also get your first views of the gorgeous Mera peak from here. Trekking down the watershed, you will reach the Sibuje village, and another couple of hours trekking from there will take you to Ning Khola and the Ning So village. Overnights stay at Ning.
From Ning So, you will have an up-and-down trail that will take you up the valley ridge. From there, you will then descend once again towards your destination for the day- the Jungle Camp. The path is filled with amazing woodlands strokes and Himalayan tapestries that line the horizon. Overnights stay at Jungle Camp.
From Jungle Camp, you will make your way deep into the mossy woods towards Kote. The path is strewn with boulders, and the vertical shafts of woods make for an eerie terrain covered with lichen and other prominent rainforest features. The beautifully haunting landscape makes for an out-of-this-world moment, the lonely sphere filled with the cooing of jungle animals and birds. Passing through the woods, you will finally reach Kote. Overnights stay at Kote.
From Kote, you will make your way towards the upper reaches of the Hinku valley today. The villages disappear as you make your way towards the upper pastures. For the most part, the pathway is lined with Kharkas- summer homes used by the villages to herd cattle and yaks during the winter months. The Kusum Kanguru peak also makes its appearance today, looming over the valley towards the west. Along the way, you will also come across a lonesome monastery, where you can stop for a quick prayer and burning of incense. Finally, the path leads towards Tangnag. Overnights stay at Tangnag.
This day is reserved for acclimatization. Today, you can spend the day trekking up to the short ridge above the village. The ridge presents amazing panoramic views of the valley and the Kusum Kanguru Peak. Overnights stay at Tangnag.
The trail from Tangnag leads towards a glacial moraine called the Charpatti Tal. The path there is filled with colorfully decorated cairns that line the landscape. The trail then meanders towards the sandy shores of the lake towards the pasture at Dig Kharka. From there, you will make your way to Khare. Overnights stay at Khare.
Today is a special day as you will make your way to Mera La Mountain Pass. The climb is steep, and the path is strewn with boulders and moraine sludge. From the mountain pass, you will finally make your way to high camp. The snowy pathway is usually a moderate climb, and the trail is usually snow-free for most of the year, except during the winter, where snowfall covers the grounds. The view of the gaping valley below is quite astounding from the top. Overnights stay at high camp.
From high camp, you will follow your guide and use equipment like ice axe and snow boots to make your way to the top of Mera Peak. The climb is steep, and the path is a huge expanse of thick snow and ice as far as the eyes can see. But the sense of accomplishment is huge once you reach the top. After taking in the view from the top of the peak, you will gradually and slowly make your way back down again towards Khare, following the same path. The descent down is much easier. Overnights stay at Khare, breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Following the same path once again, you will leave the snowy expanse behind and enter the woodlands once again as you make your way back to Kote. The Himalayan views and the woods will keep you good company throughout. Overnights stay at Kote, breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Today's path is mostly downhill as you will be making your way to the lower reaches of the valley. Today, you will follow the pathway back to Chetrawa village, winding along the path as it leads you through the cedar woods and maple forests. The natural beauty of the landscape is truly heavenly. Overnights stay at Chetrawa, breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
The trek back to the village of Lukla is a relatively easy descent down the valley. Lukla is one of the most famous villages in the region. The trek is also filled with amazing views of the mountain peaks, and you can also get a beautiful sense of the cultural ambiance that the region is coated with, with trekking trails lined with chortens and bridges covered with prayer flags. There are many shrines along the way, with small prayer wheels embedded into the stone walls of the temples. Overnights stay at Lukla, breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Today, you will finally bid the mountains goodbye and catch your flight back to Kathmandu. The flight will give you wonderful views of the mountain peaks, and it is always a surprising sight to see the terrain change from mountains and pastures to the bustling cacophony that is Kathmandu city. Upon landing at the Kathmandu airport, you will be taken to your Hotel. Overnights stay at the Hotel.
This day is reserved as a contingency day. If the weather is bad, flights can get canceled. Thus, this day is reserved as a backup day if the flight to Kathmandu is canceled due to any reason the day before. If the weather is good, then this day is not needed.
This is your departure day. You will be escorted to the airport from where you will catch your flight back.
FAQ’S (Frequently Asked Questions):
Mera Peak at 6,654 m or 21,825 feet as per the height of NMA (Nepal
Mountaineering Association. Considered as the highest trekking peaks of Nepal,
although there are few peaks almost the same altitude of Mera Peak.
But still regarded as the highest of all Trekking Peaks of Nepal, located eastern rim
of Khumbu and Everest Region.
Mera Peak is situated around the hidden corners of Khumbu district, south of
Mt. Everest. Mera Peak is within Hinku Valley, where route leads from Lukla town
and beyond the high ridge of Naulekh to reach Hinku valley and at Mera peak
base camp.
As this is completely a wild mountainous country where few trekkers and
adventurers seldom use the route. Due to its remote locations, where Brown Bear
Trail will ferry all the camping equipment including foods for the trek and climb to
Mera Peak base camp. Spacious tents for two people, provides toilet and dining
tents as per size of a group.
Brown Bear Trail provides separate kitchen unit of cook, kitchen staff along with
camping crew, guides and strong porters to carry all camping equipment.
Depending upon the seriousness of the patient, for minor wounds and sickness,
having self-treatment with the medicines carried by the clients and from Brown
Bear Trail. For critical condition the victim should be brought and evacuated to
safe lower place to the nearest medical post or hospital by fastest means of
transportation. In some situation requires Helicopter service the fastest means to
bring the sick to Kathmandu for further treatment.
On leaving Lukla Town, from then on around complete wilderness. Far from
human settlements or villages till Lukla is reached on the way back. There will be
no facilities available to charge from the electricity. Trekkers needs to carry a
portable solar power for charging their electronic gadgets till Lukla is reached at
the end of trek and climb.
The best time and season are spring and autumn / fall. Spring starts from March
to May. The spring will be lively and bright with clear fine days most of the time
with longer sunlight hours. Where hills will be alive with wildflowers in full bloom
especially the rhododendron, the national flower of Nepal. Could get snow-fall
sometime and light rain around lower areas.
The next time is autumn / fall from September to November, most days are
crystal clear for views and walks. But days are short due to sunlight hours of
autumn and pre-winter times. Can expect snowfall around high altitude above
2,500 m high, extra cold with wind-chill factor.
