Mera Peak Expedition 2025

Mera Peak is a prominent trekking peak in the Himalayas of Nepal. It is known for its challenging ascent and breathtaking views of some of the world’s highest mountains, including Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu. Here are the key statistics and information about Mera Peak:

Mera Peak Statistics:

• Height: 6,476 meters (21,247 feet)
• Location: Mahalangur section, Barun sub-section, Khumbu region, Nepal
• Coordinates: 27°42′19″N 86°54′24″E
• First Ascent: May 20, 1953, by Col. Jimmy Roberts and Sen Tenzing
• Prominence: 1,267 meters (4,157 feet)
• Difficulty: Classified as a trekking peak; requires basic mountaineering skills and good physical fitness
• Trek Duration: Typically, 18-22 days, including acclimatization days

Key Features:

• Views: Offers panoramic views of five 8,000-meter peaks: Mount Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga.
• Popular Route: The standard route follows the Mera La Pass at 5,415 meters, leading to the high camp at approximately 5,800 meters, before the final ascent.
• Trek Starting Point: The trek usually starts from Lukla, following the route through the remote Hinku Valley.
• Climbing Seasons: The best times to climb are pre-monsoon (April to early June) and post-monsoon (September to November).

📅 Event Duration: 19 Days, 18 Nights

📅 Event Dates:

• 15 Mar – 02 Apr 2025
• 05 Apr – 23 Apr 2025
• 26 Apr – 14 May 2025

Event Cost:

• 2Pax and above: SGD4380/Pax (1Guide: 1Client for Summit)

*Event Prices are subjective to change based on the Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu Flights

*Single supplement applicable

📧 For any inquiries, please contact:

• Email: contact@sgtrek.com
• WhatsApp: +6592700908 

Join us on this exhilarating journey and forge memories that will endure a lifetime. 

DETAILED ITINERARY FOR MERA PEAK

Arrive in Kathmandu as per the itinerary and update us with your arrival flight details to Kathmandu Airport.

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to the Hotel

• Activities: Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel.
• Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
• Meals: None

Day 02: Official Formalities and Preparation

• Activities: Official formalities, gear check, and final preparations.
• Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
• Meals: Breakfast (B)

Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,840m) and Trek to Chutenga (3,020m)

• Activities: Morning flight to Lukla, then trek to Chutenga.
• Accommodation: Teahouse in Chutenga
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 04: Acclimatize in Chutenga (3,020m)

• Activities: Acclimatization activities around Chutenga.
• Accommodation: Teahouse in Chutenga
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 05: Cross Zatrwa La Pass (4,610m) and Trek to Thuli Kharka (4,300m)

• Activities: Cross Zatrwa La Pass and trek to Thuli Kharka.
• Accommodation: Teahouse in Thuli Kharka
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 06: Trek to Kothe (3,691m)

• Activities: Trek to Kothe.
• Accommodation: Teahouse in Kothe
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 07: Trek from Kothe to Thangnag (4,356m)

• Activities: Trek to Thangnag.
• Accommodation: Teahouse in Thangnag
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 08: Trek from Thangnag to Khare (5,045m)

• Activities: Trek to Khare.
• Accommodation: Teahouse in Khare
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 09: Acclimatize in Khare (5,045m)

• Activities: Acclimatization activities around Khare.
• Accommodation: Teahouse in Khare
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 10: Trek from Khare to Mera Peak Base Camp (5,350m)

• Activities: Trek to Mera Peak Base Camp.
• Accommodation: Tent at Base Camp
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 11: Trek from Mera Peak Base Camp to High Camp (5,780m)

• Activities: Climb to High Camp.
• Accommodation: Tent at High Camp
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 12: Climb Mera Peak (6,476m) and Return to Mera Base Camp or Khare

• Activities: Early morning summit attempt, then descend to Base Camp or Khare.
• Accommodation: Tent at Base Camp or Teahouse in Khare
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 13: Spare Day

• Activities: Buffer day for weather or contingency.
• Accommodation: Tent at Base Camp or Teahouse in Khare
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 14: Trek Back to Kothe (3,691m)

• Activities: Trek back to Kothe.
• Accommodation: Teahouse in Kothe
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 15: Trek Back to Thuli Kharka (4,300m)

• Activities: Trek back to Thuli Kharka.
• Accommodation: Teahouse in Thuli Kharka
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 16: Trek to Lukla (2,840m) via Zatrwa La Pass (4,610m)

• Activities: Trek across Zatrwa La Pass and descend to Lukla.
• Accommodation: Teahouse in Lukla
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 17: Fly Back to Kathmandu

• Activities: Morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.
• Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
• Meals: B

Day 18: Free Day in Kathmandu

• Activities: Free day for rest, shopping, and exploration in Kathmandu.
• Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
• Meals: B

Day 19: Final Departure

• Activities: Transfer to the airport for final departure.
• Meals: B

Options to Heli-Out after Summit available upon request. Do check with us while booking your trip with us.

Note of above Itinerary:

• B = Breakfast
• L = Lunch
• D = Dinner

Cost Includes:

• Airport Transfers:
  • As per schedule.
• Accommodation in Kathmandu:
  • Bed and breakfast for 3 nights.
• Permits and Fees:
  • Entry permit fee.
  • Mera Peak climbing permit.
  • Garbage deposit shipment charges.
• Transportation:
  • Kathmandu to Ramechhap and return transportation on a sharing basis by van or jeep.
  • Ramechhap to Lukla and return flight.
• Meals:
  • Full board meals while on the trek (B, L, D) – one item from the menu with a cup of tea or coffee.
• Accommodation during Trek:
  • Teahouse accommodation on a twin-sharing basis.
• Base Camp Services:
  • Lobuche Peak base camp service.
• Climbing Support:
  • One climbing guide for one client during climbing.
  • One porter for one member to carry personal luggage and climbing equipment.
• Staff and Equipment:
  • Insurance, meals, transportation, and allowances for porters and guide.
  • Technical climbing gears, rope, rock pitons.
• Taxes:
  • All taxes imposed by the Nepal Government.

Cost Excludes:

• International Airfares.
• Nepal Entry Visa Fee.
• Heritage Entry Fees.
• Meals in Kathmandu:
  • Dinner and lunch while in Kathmandu.
• Extra Meals on Trek:
  • Extra meals besides breakfast, lunch, dinner, and 3 times tea or coffee.
• Insurance:
  • Travel and medical insurance and emergency evacuation costs if needed.
• Personal Expenses:
  • Expenses of a personal nature like alcoholic beverages, laundry, boiled water, mineral water.
  • Extra batteries, cell phone charging, Wifi while on the trek.
  • Personal climbing equipment.
• Tips and Gratuities:
  • Tips and gratuities for porters.
  • Summit bonus for guide minimum $250.
• Additional Costs:
  • All expenses incurred in case of early arrival or late departure.
  • Risk of flight delays to and from Lukla.
  • Anything not mentioned in the cost inclusion section.

THINGS TO TAKE NOTE:

Please be advised that trekking and mountain climbing in the region, including the Lukla domestic flight, are subject to weather conditions. Inclement weather in mountainous regions can lead to delays or cancellations of domestic flights. In the event of a delayed or cancelled flight, clients are responsible for covering any additional expenses, such as food and accommodation costs, as well as personal expenses before or after the trip.

However, our Local Partner will handle all other necessary arrangements according to the schedule, including accommodations for guides and staff in case of flight delays or cancellations. Should you wish to arrange an alternative mode of transportation, such as a helicopter flight to avoid delays, any additional costs will be the responsibility of the client. Please note that our Local Partner does not assume liability for costs incurred due to missed international flights, but we will assist in making alternative arrangements whenever possible.

We recommend allowing for extra time during your trek or climb in the Himalayas and ensuring that your international flight ticket is flexible. Please be aware that changes to the itinerary may be necessary due to unforeseen circumstances such as landslides, natural disasters, inclement weather, or health issues while on the trip.

Get ready to explore the Himalayas and make this dream trek a reality!

For more information and to book your adventure, contact our dedicated team. Get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey to the Everest Basecamp! 🏔️🚶‍♂️✨

THINGS TO CHECK PRIOR TO THE TRIP:

VISA:

Do check on your visa requirements based on your passports. Most of the passport is on arrival.

Visa Fee structure:

3.5.1. Visa Fee

1. 15 Days – 30 USD
2. 30 Days – 50 USD
3. 90 Days – 125 USD

Visa Facility Fee

https://www.immigration.gov.np/page/tourist-visa#:~:text=Tourist%20visa%20extension%20is%20done,per%20day%20for%20additional%20days.

NECESSARY THINGS NEEDED:

• Passport size photos: 2pcs
• Passport Photocopy; 2pcs
• Travel Insurance Photocopy (Policy no. & Contact No.) – Must cover adventure sports around 5500M evacuation.
• Local currency

LIST OF EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING

CLOTHING:

• Down or fibre filled waterproof jacket and trousers (1)
• Lightweight cotton long pants (3 pairs)
• Fleece jacket or pullover (1)
• Warm cotton trousers (2 pairs)
• Shirts and T-shirts (4 pieces).
• Long under wear (2 pieces)
• Short under wear (4 pieces)
• Sun hat or scarf (1)
• Woollen hat (1)
• Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof (1)
• Lightweight gloves (1)
• Sunglasses (1)
• Raincoat (1)
• Head Scrap

FOOTWEAR:

• Trekking boot (one pairs)
• Camp shoes (1 pair)
• Thick socks (4 pairs)
• Light socks (3 pairs)
• Sandals (1 pair)

OTHER EQUIPMENT:

• Sleeping bag (4seasons)-1 if you have can bring for hygienic.
• Down jacket -1
• Daypack – 1
• Water bottle – 1
• Sun creams
• Hiking Poles
• Thermos Flask
• Bright Headlamps/Spare batteries
• Tea – you can boil water in teahouses.
• dairy milk bars – chocolate is a must!
• trail mix and peanuts.

FIRST AID:

• Advil
• Aleve
• Vicks vapor rub
• Sunscreen
• chapstick
• anti nauseant – you tend to feel just a bit nauseous a lot at altitude.
• Imodium – diarrhoea is common at altitude.
• band aids
• blister band aids or moleskin
• eye drops
• Advil cold and dinus
• nasal moisturizer – altitude causes nasal cavities to be very dry, nasal moisturizer was very helpful.
• Q-tips
• tweezers
• tiger balm.

By Joining this trip, YOU:

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• YOU have read all the above paragraphs and YOU know, understand, and appreciate these and other risks that are inherent in The Activity. YOU hereby assert that your participation is voluntary and that YOU knowingly assume all such risks.
• YOU acknowledge the agreement freely and voluntarily, and intend by completing this form and unconditional release of all liability to SGTREK PTE. LTD.

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For any queries related to the event do contact below person:
Phone: +65 92700908 (WhatsApp)
Email : contact@sgtrek.com

This trip is organized by: 
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