One of the most sought after peaks in the Himalayas by the mountaineers, be it the professional climbers or the amateur, this peak is suitable for all. It is the second highest peak in the group of “Trekking Peaks” whose climbing permit management is done by the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). There are 27 such Trekking Peaks whose climbing is regulated by the NMA. Some of the iconic peaks since taken out of the NMA Peak list can be climbed free of climbing permit fee that peaks are – Yala Peak (in Langtang area), Kongma La Peak (between Dingboche & Lobuche), Chhukung Ri (near Chhukung village) etc.
Trip type: Peak climbing, trekking, exploring,
Activities: Adventure/technical
Group of: solo to 15 pax
Location: between of Sagarmath & Makalu Barun National Park areas, East Nepal.
Trip duration: 19 to 21 days
Altitude: 6476m/21245ft.
Country: Nepal,
Season: Autumn, Spring & Summer,
Difficulty: Medium to difficult/technical mountaineering,
Overview
Mera Peak (6476m/21244ft) is one of the most sought after peaks in the Himalayas by the mountaineers, be it the professional climbers or the amateurs. This peak lures all for its height, the amazing slope that leads to the summit above 6000m and of course the amazing sceneries!
We at Alpine Exodus are operating this peak climbing from longtime back, therefore we have gained enough experiences and we have so many happy, satisfied clients around the world. We tailor your trek itinerary to the Base Camp by more than one itineraries depending on your interest and acclimatization condition. No matter which you choose, you’re sure to have the spectacular sceneries and some of the finest views from the remote Himalayas. The one here we have given is the safest one, suitable for all – even for beginners or the less acclimatized climbing parties.
By location this peak is situated in the border of Sagarmatha (or Everest) National Park and Makalu–Barun National Park area. It’s Base Camp can be accessed by more than one trekking routes; no matter which you take all are beautiful, adventurous and full of natural sceneries.
The climbing route is majorly a long inclined slope except some 60m below the High Camp and another 20m below the summit are technical ascending with ropes and other equipment. Compare to the peak summit, this is considered an easy. The hard part for this peak climbing is the long walking along the slope after High Camp to summit. Anyway the climbing is very adventurous and scenic and it’s a great victory above 6000 meter peak in the Himalayas.
The summit view includes six of the eight thousand meter peaks, like Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Lhotse Tsar, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Makalu & Mt. Kanchanjunga and many others famous and beautiful seven or six thousanders.