Mera Peak Climbing 7 Days

Can a beginner join this trip?

Although Mera Peak is not a challenging peak technically, we do not usually suggest this 7 days plan to those who are pure beginners. The ascending speed is quite high, and the increase in altitude is considered to be impressive 3,600 m in the first day, 4,350 m in the second day, and 5,045 m in the third day. Since the body has limited time to adapt, past experience in hiking at high altitudes is highly recommended.

Hill Sherpa Trekking Team has suggested the itinerary as a sure way only for the fit and experienced trekkers, who are already used to the rapid changes in the elevation. Nevertheless, as long as you are physically fit and have some prior experience at the altitude, then you can safely participate in this trip.

Why helicopter rides?

Instead of walking for three full days from Lukla to Kothe deep in the forests and over the steep Kopche (Chhatra la Pass trail which is 4620 meters on the second day. The helicopter flight straight to the heart of Hinku Valley where you’ll save your energy for the other climbs. After summiting and returning to Khare, you’ll trek downhill to Kothe where another helicopter ride gets you back to Lukla. This method also allows trekkers More flexibility to enjoy the ride because of safety restrictions. Due to the unpredictable weather, the trek is at lower elevations to minimize the risks of high steep passes.

Best time for Mera Peak Climbing

The best seasons for Mera Peak Climbing 7 Days are from March to May (Spring) and from September to November (Fall). These periods guarantee appropriate trekking and climbing conditions and stable weather patterns with clear skies and good visibility. Spring provides blooming flowers along the trails and the glacier’s snow cover.

Autumn also offers dry trails and some of the best views of the Himalayas for the year with cool temperatures. However, access to the mountain in winter is significantly more challenging due to extreme cold, heavy snowfall and the beautiful scenery that winter offers. The journey is also not advisable in monsoons (June to August) due to heavy downpour, extensive cloud cover and difficult trekking conditions.

Difficulty level

Moderately difficult is the primary rating for Mera Peak. This is due to the cold, the high altitude, and the fact that the eventual walk on a glacier. Otherwise, it is technically among the easiest climbing peaks, to the point that in other nations, it’d barely exist on the rating scale. Advanced climbing skills are unnecessary, and vertical as a route is unrequired. The day is long, often taking between 8 and 9 hours, and in high altitudes on the route, so good pacing, endurance, and mental resilience are essential on the long summit day.

It is not technically difficult, but altitude is a crisis, and so is the weather, so energy management is necessary to fewer risks and problems with the other aspects are found throughout the day.

Altitude sickness

Once you exceed an elevation of 5,000 meters, the possibility of suffering from altitude sickness increases significantly. This sickness comes with symptoms such as headaches, nausea, breathing issues, and light-headedness. This itinerary devotes one of the seven days to an acclimatization stay, where you will spend one day working to prepare your body to move to the next level up, before the climb to High Camp.

To avoid AMS or Acute Mountain Sickness, you will need to work on things such as hydration, slow-paced movement, and sufficient resting periods. Guides will track your condition using an oximeter, which is an emergency-monitoring device. In extreme altitude sickness situations, people must rapidly descend or be flown out by helicopter.

Accommodation

Accommodation during the hike is offered by local teahouses. They provide warm beds, dining, and private sleeping areas. The teahouses have a warm and welcoming environment and you will be welcomed by the hospitable Sherpas. At High Camp, you will stay in a tent, which your climbing crew will provide. It is simple but the views and experiences there are unmatched by other places. These lodges have shared bathrooms.

Food and drinks

Meals along the trail are specifically designed to be warm, nutritious, and supportive of the specifically tailored energy requirements to keep everyone well fueled and ready to go. Breakfast includes choices such as porridge, eggs, various breads, pancakes, and tea or coffee. Lunch and dinner are typically dal bhat, pasta, noodles, various soups, curries, fried rice, and momos.

Staying hydrated is of utmost importance at high elevations, and as a result, trekkers are encouraged to drink a minimum of 3-4 litres of fluid a day. Travellers will find boiled water, filtered water, and many hot drinks, but, due to the high transportation costs from the large remote area, any bottled drinks must be bought at a premium.

Travel arrangements options.

Accommodation and Travel arrangements are Dead Sea to Mera Peak Climbing 7 Days. The travel options are a domestic flight to Lukla and back, helicopter transportation from Lukla to Kothe, and, of course, the trekking which includes Kothe, Khare, High Camp, and back to Kothe. This combination of options is designed to build the travellers experience and provide the adventure they are looking for. Once they are on the mountain, the combination of travel options will save them energy to be better prepared for the summit push.

Preparation and fitness

Trekkers intending to climb Mera Peak should start preparing at least 4-6 weeks before their climb. A good training strategy includes cardiovascular activities such as running, swimming, cycling, and hiking. Also, to increase leg strength, workouts that include stair climbing, squats, and lunges should be implemented.

Extended practice hiking with backpacks builds the necessary endurance for trekking at high altitudes. Mental planning and preparation should also be performed by each individual. Positivity, patience, and mental determination are key factors that should be kept for successful summiting. Fitness, especially for endurance, is essential to complete the climb safely, as it will be high altitude and cold.

Cost & budget for Mera Peak Climbing

The average price for the Mera Peak Climbing 7 days package ranges from 2500-3900 USD, and varies based on the season, group size and services. Other factors for price variation include helicopter arrangements. The usual package includes a variety of services such as domestic flight tickets, helicopter transfers, and meals, as well as climbing and training permits.

Other services included are the appointments of professional climbing guides and porters, accommodations, training, and group equipment. Taking into account the price, it is fair and reasonable for the short, complete climbing expedition due to the logistics and Hinku Valley remoteness.

The cost of Mera Peak Climbing

While Mera Peak Climbing 7 Days packages include many services and amenities, trekkers will still need to budget for expenses that are not included in the packages. For example, trekkers will need to budget for tips for the guides and porters, as well as for personal expenses, such as Wi-Fi, hot showers, snacks, and drinks like tea/coffee that are not included in the package.

Trekkers will also need to budget for personal gear rentals. As for travel insurance, it is mandatory to have insurance, including provisions for emergency helicopter evacuation. Insurance prices will vary based on the traveller’s home country. Moreover, trekkers should also account for extra nights in Kathmandu in the likely event that flights are delayed, as could happen due to inclement weather.

What to expect

When trekking and climbing to Mera Peak, you will undertake a difficult journey which will be rewarding. The trip will take the trekking group through ice fields and take the climbers to see stunning, close-up views of the Himalayas, as well as experience the culture of the mountain people of Nepal. On the day that climbers direct to the summit, climbers will enjoy a vast and stunning, unobstructed view of five significant, tall mountain peaks.

On the trek to Mera Peak, trekkers will be able to enjoy the wonderful hospitality and drink dishes which are made through climbing the Sherpas. The trek also includes the lesson of basic skills, such as ropes and other skills that are basic and are part of mountain climbing. The trek includes use of a helicopter which is both a quick and fun way to travel. Overall, the experience of Mera Peak Climbing will be a wonderful combination of trekking, climbing, and the experience of the challenges of high altitude peaks.

Permits

In the process of Mera Peak Climbing, there are two main climbing permits that are needed for all to soar to the top of the majestic mountain. Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), which issues the Mera Peak Climbing Permit. Another permit that is needed is the Makalu Barun National Park Entry Permit, which is needed in order to go to the Hinku Valley. The Hinku Valley is surrounded by many protected areas.

These permits are typically arranged by Hill Sherpa Trekking when you BOOK WITH US, and their costs vary slightly depending on the season, so further inquiry: [email protected]