Mera Peak

Overview

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An ascent of Nepal's highest Trekking Peak in a compact three-week adventure

Introduction

Nepal's highest trekking peak lies on the edge of the famous Khumbu Region, where it overlooks many of the world's highest summits, including Mount Everest. Although Mera Peak is very high, the climbing is straightforward. This trip is ideal for those with moderate mountaineering experience, a good level of fitness and a keen sense of adventure.

Join us on Mera Peak

• Our teams are led by UK expedition leaders who have a proven track record leading teams in Nepal at these altitudes.
• Our acclimatisation profile has been recommended by the UIAA (International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation).
• You will access the mountains via Lukla Airport, which is more reliable than cloud-prone Phaplu located 450m lower.
• You have a spare summit day in case of bad weather, or delays.

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Experience Required

Whilst the mountain poses little technical difficulty, at 6,476m, it is a strenuous climb with some short, steeper sections of 35° snow. Ice axe and crampons are required and previous experience of their use is essential. You carry a day pack for most days, except on the move to Mera High Camp when you also need to carry your sleeping bag/mat and down jacket/mitts.

Our Introductory Long Weekend in Scotland provides you with the mountaineering skills required to climb Mera Peak.

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.

Dates & Prices

Date	With Flight	or Meeting in	Availability
Fri 9 Oct – Sun 1 Nov 2026	UK	Kathmandu	Available Book now »
	£4,995	£3,795
Fri 16 Oct – Sun 8 Nov 2026	UK	Kathmandu	Available Book now »
	£4,995	£3,795

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Group size: 4 – 12 people.

Single room supplement: £250

For comparison, this expedition starts from £158 (GBP) per day (price Without Flights).

With Flight pricing

Our 'With Flight' price includes an Economy class return airfare from the UK. The cost is based on a group fare that we have already reserved, or individual seats that we have budgeted for. Note that in some circumstances, the earlier you book, the less expensive the airfare and the 'With Flight' price.

Know Before You Go

Jagged Globe supports the British Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) 'Know Before You Go' campaign. We recommend that you read the FCDO Travel Advice for Nepal on the FCDO Website.

What the price includes

• Economy class return airfares from the UK (unless Land Only).
• UK airline taxes.
• One in-country, return flight between Ramechhap and Lukla by scheduled, fixed-wing aircraft.
• Return transfers between Kathmandu airport and the hotel (one on arrival and one on departure of your international flight).
• Return transfers between the hotel and Ramechhap Airport.
• 3 nights' bed and breakfast accommodation at a 4-star Hotel in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing basis.
• 19 nights' full board accommodation in tents on a twin-sharing basis.
• Emergency equipment (oxygen for therapeutic use, Portable Hyperbaric Chamber (PAC), Satellite Communicator (either phone or InReach)) – see trip PDF for more details.
• All costs for Sherpa staff, cook staff and porters.
• Jagged Globe expedition leader.
• Jagged Globe kitbag or lightweight fleece.

What the price does not include

• Visa fees.
• Overseas airports taxes not paid in advance through the international airline ticket.
• Bar bills and laundry.
• Travel insurance.
• Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu.
• Optional trips and sightseeing tours.
• Tips.

We can organise this expedition on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. Depending on your mountaineering experience, you may want a Jagged Globe leader or go ‘self-led’ with the assistance of local guides. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable, particularly if you take the self-led option. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Insurance

You will need a travel insurance policy that caters for the activities you will undertake on your trip with Jagged Globe. It is a requirement of our booking conditions that you have such a policy. For a list of insurers who specialise in mountaineering, trekking and skiing, please see our Travel Insurance page »

Itinerary

Here is an outline itinerary for this trip. A more detailed day-to-day itinerary is available as a downloadable PDF »

Outline Itinerary

Day 1 - 2:	Fly to Kathmandu Team members joining on a "land-only", please plan to arrive in Kathmandu on Day 2 no later than 1030, when your services will begin. Overnight hotel.
Day 3:	Fly to Lukla, trek south to Poyan (2,800m) Early morning drive to Ramechhap, then fixed-wing (such as a Twin Otter, Dornier 228 or similar) flight to Lukla (2,840m), the gateway to the Khumbu Valley. You trek in the opposite direction to those heading up the Everest trail. Overnight camp.
Day 4:	Trek to Pangkongma (2,846m) Cross a ridgeline and descend to the Khare Khola before climbing steadily up to Pangkongma. Overnight camp.
Day 5:	Trek to Nashing Dingma (2,600m) Climb through rhododendron forest and bamboo to reach Pangkongma La. You then descend, cross a rope bridge spanning the Hinku Khola and climb up to an excellent campsite at Nashing Dingma. Overnight camp.
Day 6:	Trek to Chalem Kharka (3,600m) Gaining height gradually through pasture and lush greenery, the trail steepens as you climb up to the Surke La. Eventually you'll reach an attractive campsite set among fir trees and rhododendron bushes. Overnight camp.
Day 7:	Trek to Chunbu Kharka (4,200m) The trail emerges from the last traces of rhododendron and the terrain becomes more rugged. You pass through high grazing country and cross a small pass to arrive at Chunbu Kharka, a campsite located in the base of a corrie. Overnight camp.
Day 8:	Acclimatisation day at Chunbu Kharka
Day 9:	Descend to Khote in the Hinku Valley (3,550m) The trail contours high above the Hinku Valley until you make a series of steep descents across scree and then through rhododendron to arrive on the valley floor. You camp beside the river.
Day 10:	Trek to Tangnag (4,360m) You follow the west bank of the riverbed up the valley to Tangnag. Overnight camp.
Day 11:	Acclimatisation at Tangnag Walk to 5,000m in the morning. Afternoon starting to sort gear for the mountain. Overnight camp.
Day 12:	Ascend to Khare (4,900m) A pleasant path continues to Khare. Overnight camp.
Day 13:	Acclimatisation day at Khare Afternoon rope skills session. Overnight camp.
Day 14:	Cross the Mera La (5,400m) to Mera Peak base camp (5,300m) You scramble up rock steps to gain the glacier where you rope up and put on crampons. Snow slopes are followed over the pass and you descend to rock shelves on the far side where you set up camp.
Day 15:	Acclimatisation/skills refresher day at base camp (5,300m) A further chance to practise your fixed-rope, abseiling skills and roping up for glacier travel. Overnight camp.
Day 16:	Establish our own high camp (5,800m) It takes half a day to follow easy angled snow slopes to high camp, making sure you avoid crevasses. We establish our own high camp on the glacier away from the main high camp, which is now run by lodge owners from Khare. This gives us gives us independence, a sense of freedom and it's in an excellent setting with wonderful views of Everest, Makalu and the Nuptse, Lhotse wall.
Day 17:	Mera Peak Ascent (6,476m) As the sun rises Mera's central and north summits soon appear above the head of a wide glacier flanked by two ridges. You climb open snowfields to reach a classic snow ridge just below the final steepening of Mera Central. This 50m snow slope is climbed using a Jumar. On the summit there's time to soak in a jaw-dropping panorama of many of the world's highest peaks. For those who wish to also climb the northern summit, you can descend and continue round to it (assuming you have enough time and conditions are favourable).
Day 18:	Spare day In case of bad weather.
Day 19 - 21:	Return to Lukla The direct route back to Lukla over the Zatrwa La (4,600m) takes three days. Overnight camp.
Day 22:	Fly Lukla to Ramechhap Return drive to Kathmandu. Overnight hotel.
Day 23:	At Leisure in Kathmandu A chance to explore the bustling capital, with its beautiful temples and bustling markets. Overnight hotel.
Day 24:	Fly home Airport transfer. For those joining "land-only", you should book your flight home today.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is Adventure Travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it. Weather conditions, road conditions, vehicle breakdowns and the health of climbers can all contribute to changes. The Expedition Leader and our local agent will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but an easy going nature will be an asset!

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Reports & Reviews

First Expedition: October 1993
Total: 52 trips

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Team Member Reviews

• “This expedition was Nepal at it's best with blue skies every day and magnificent scenery. Acclimatisation was good with no altitude problems. A superb 3 weeks.” GH, Mera Peak - October '16
• “The leader was a consummate professional and the instant camaraderie amongst a group of complete strangers made this a special trip.” PD, Mera Peak - May '16
• “A wonderful experience of a physical and mental challenge, different cultures and many ups and downs!” PM, Mera Peak - Oct '15
• “Jagged globe provided a full-on climbing adventure that made the best possible use of a three week stay in Nepal.” IR. Mera Peak Oct '13
• “Highly recommended, well organised and don't cut costs at the expense of trip quality” IR. Mera Peak Oct '13
• 12 more reviews »

• “I experienced exceptional service from the time of signing up for the trip until I returned home.” LW, Mera Peak Oct '13
• “Challenging, inspiring, great team spirit, FUN.” SB, Mera Peak, Oct '13
• “It was a great overall experience, a real adventure from start to finish with a great group of people and staff.” HO'K, Mera Peak '03
• “An excellent time from the approach trek to reaching the summit in time to see the dawn over the Himalayan giants. Well organised and led from beginning to end.” DO, Mera Peak '03
• “The experience lived up to the months of anticipation in every way.” PM, Mera Peak '03
• “A challenge that has left me wanting to do more expeditions, but also gave me the opportunity to explore a beautiful part of Nepal.” AC, Mera Peak '02
• “A thoroughly enjoyable trip. The excellent organisation was visible from beginning to end. A very professionally run expedition.” MB, Mera Peak '02
• “Great bunch of people. The summit was the obvious icing on a superb cake.” CS, Mera Peak '02
• “A superb high mountain experience with good company and leadership.” MH, Mera Peak '02
• “Great expedition to gain experience of a high altitude mountain with fantastic views of some of the "greats".” AS, Autumn/Fall 2002
• “It was the hardest thing I have ever done, but worth every minute.” GS, Autumn/Fall 2002
• “A good all round culturally interesting and beautiful mountain experience.” SW-C, Autumn/Fall 2002

Leader Reports

• Mera Peak October 2022
  “"Packed at last, after nearly 3 years of waiting. Bob, Callum, pocket Guide, Rob, Fiona, Alex and Geljin. With the airstrip at Lukla socked in, and hundreds waiting for flights, Shiv came up with Plan B. A mini adventure...”
  report added 03/Jan/23
• Mera Peak - November 2019
  “The full team assembled in Kathmandu after a smooth journey from various start points, where we had a short space of time to check kit and make final preparations before an early departure to Ramechhap for the much anticipated...”
  report added 20/Nov/19
• Mera Peak - 12 April to 5 May 2019
  “A PERFECT SUMMIT TEAM: Adam. Andrew, Gary, Nigel, Tony, Paula and Chris In early April 2019, the God of air travel (I shall call him Norbert) got out of bed on the wrong side. As a consequence, months of pre-planning for many...”
  report added 13/May/19
• Mera Peak - 27 October to 19 November '17
  “Midnight on the 11th November 2017, we hear Chitra our cook fire up the kerosene stove, as we anticipate our summit push. With temperatures dipping down to minus 20 in our tents it means we are in store for a very cold night.The...”
  report added 17/Nov/17
• Mera Peak - 14 Oct to 6 Nov '16
  “6 out of 10 on top, never even opened the medical kit, used the ubiquitous umbrella for a brief 20 minutes, trekked on paved trails and stayed in lodges that weren’t there 18 months ago – a Mera Peak trip at its merriest best...”
  report added 08/Nov/16
• 39 more reports »

• Mera Peak - 15 Apr to 8 May '16
  “International Uno team tackle Mera Peak! A small but perfectly-formed team of an Indian, an American, a Scot living in Australia (who was actually born in England but don't tell anyone) and a few Englishman, recently took...”
  report added 11/May/16
• Mera Peak - 16 Oct to 8 Nov '15
  “After a relaxing flight to Kathmandu via Delhi, it was a brief and frantic few hours in the city overnight before we had smoothly landed in Lukla the next morning and were stepping out of the little aircraft into the clear fresh...”
  report added 18/Nov/15
• Mera Peak 3 - 26 April '15
  “Itís Saturday the 2nd of May and a week now since the earthquake shook Nepal. I am still in Kathmandu, expecting to fly home tomorrow, struggling to summarize one small group's experience in the context of an event that not just...”
  report added 19/May/15
• Mera Peak 17th Oct to 9th Nov '14
  “17th October to 9th November 2014 Team: Gary, Paul, Carl, Raghav, Simon, Kev, Peter, Adrian, David, Malcolm, Russell and Tamsin At Heathrow our team, a Island/ Mera Peak team plus an Annapurna Sanctuary trip merged generating...”
  report added 12/Nov/14
• Mera Peak - 11 Apr to 4 May '14
  “ Whatís left to say about the Mera Peak expedition? Olan has pretty much said it all for both of these spring trips to Nepal ñ thank you Olan for the write-up. Just like he says, some of us met at Heathrow, met the others in...”
  report added 22/May/14
• Mera Peak - 18 Oct - 10 Nov '13
  “Mera Peak (6,461m) is a high remote 'Trekking Peak', which was certainly not a walk in the park for the Jagged Globe 18 October team. The twelve team members set out clean and naive about their future few weeks on this adventurous...”
  report added 13/Nov/13
• Mera Peak - 30 Mar to 22 Apr '12
  “The power of the Puja is perhaps more of a test than a blessing. We with our Western minds have this expectation that the ceremony is to confirm blessings on what we want and expect (or paid for). Not having the faintest idea of...”
  report added 23/Apr/12
• Mera Peak - 14 Oct to 6 Nov '11
  “Mera Peak 6476m, 14th October to 6th November 2011 (plus classic Everest trail trip extension to 12th November Team: David, Douglas, Joanna, Kitty, Linda, Magnus, Paula, Suzy and leader Philip Our team members travelled from...”
  report added 14/Dec/11
• Mera Peak - 7 to 30 Oct '11
  “The Expedition got off to a great start in London, with all the clients (less Gordy who was to meet us in Kathmandu), meeting at Costa Coffee at terminal four, on meeting the team for the first time it was like they had been...”
  report added 08/Nov/11
• Mera Peak - 15 Apr to 8 May '11
  ““This is supposed to be a trekking peak!!” A statement uttered by more than one of the summiteers on Mera when faced with the final short ice pitch on the central summit. At approximately 07.30 am on Saturday 30 April, six...”
  report added 10/May/11
• Mera Peak - 1 to 24 April 2011
  “Back in Kathmandu a day early, despite losing a day at the start, having had 10 out of 12 on the summit of Mera, today enjoying the sunshine, the quiet of the Summit Hotel, the sights of Kathmandu, the pool and the beer! It has...”
  report added 22/Apr/11
• Mera Peak - 15 Oct to 8 Nov '10
  “Brian(the Major), Jax, Henry(T shirt),Mike, Tris (nickname withheld), Jamie(lucky!), Simon, Mark and leader Jim(the Captain) The team met London Heathrow with the exception of Mark who met us in Kathmandu . No problems and good...”
  report added 15/Nov/10
• Mera Peak - 1 to 24 Oct '10
  “By the time we’d all finally met at Heathrow it was clear that this was going to be one of the fittest groups to attempt Mera. At check-in, conversation was of mountain marathons, long distance cycle rides and challenging walks...”
  report added 25/Oct/10
• Mera Peak - 30 April to 23 May '10
  “As the British summer began the warm up the country we heard that an omnious black cloud was on the horizon set to spoil our best laid plans of flying to Nepal and embarking on a mountainneering trip of a lifetime. Of course I...”
  report added 26/May/10
• Mera Peak - 3 to 26 April '09
  “A very successful expedition with 5 summitting from a group of 8 [+ 3 out of 4 on the Mera and Island Peak team - Ed]. The weather was unsettled initially with rain and hail showers in the evenings, and cloudy during most...”
  report added 27/Apr/09
• Mera Peak - 10 Oct to 2 Nov '08
  “One of the best groups I have had the privilege to lead. Everyone got on so well it was a pleasure to be there and the bonus of course was that we enjoyed perfect conditions which allowed eight of the nine who set out from High...”
  report added 14/Nov/08
• Mera Peak - 17 Oct to 9 Nov '08
  “"As per the Itinerary" just about sums up this, the last of this year's Jagged Globe Mera expeditions. The group of 12 members have enjoyed good health, each other's company, near perfect weather and conditions, and the support of...”
  report added 11/Nov/08
• Mera Peak - 3 to 26 Oct '08
  ““Disappointment on Mera Peak as ‘Team Mera’ are forced to retreat due to cold conditions. The team remained in good spirits as they returned to Base Camp.” The whole team met up at LHR for a flight to Kathmandu via Delhi. All...”
  report added 27/Oct/08
• Mera Peak - 19 April to 12 May
  “A successful expedition with 7 out of 11 members summiting on Mera Peak (6476m) on 4th May in perfect calm and clear weather. The trek followed the itinerary with the acclimatization profile proving more than satisfactorily for the...”
  report added 10/Jun/08
• Mera Peak - 20 Oct to 12 Nov '07
  “On Sunday 4 November, eight team members with Mungo Ross and three Sherpas summited Mera Peak; Robin, John, Syam, Steve, Peter, Christian, Andrew and Nicola were blessed with glorious sunshine and perfect snow conditions with great...”
  report added 28/Nov/07
• Mera Peak - 12 Oct to 4 Nov '07
  “The whole expedition is assembled at Mera High Camp (5,800m). 12 Members, Sherpas and cook staff. Sherpa stew is served and across the Hongu Valley the snowy pyramidal bulk of Chamlang (7,200m) is turning from white togGold. The...”
  report added 02/Nov/07
• Mera Peak - 20 Apr to 13 May '07
  “Our first taste of adventure travel came on the approach to Tribhuvan International Airport; an hour of circling nervously, before our 747 bounced alarmingly down through the low cloud. The swoops and lurches prompted involuntary...”
  report added 14/May/07
• Mera Peak - 20 Oct to 12 Nov '06
  “On the 3rd November at 07:30, four members of the Mera Peak team, plus Pema Sherpa, Pasang Sherpa and myself summited on Mera Peak in white out conditions. What views?! Trekking/Climbing Team - Stuart, Andrew, Mark, Gary...”
  report added 09/Nov/06
• Mera Peak - 31 Mar to 23 Apr '06
  “After a difficult and frustrating expedition the team are now back in the UK. We arrived back on Sunday morning having faced huge snow fall and social unrest in Kathmandu. The first week of the trip trekked through the hills and...”
  report added 25/Apr/06
• Mera Peak - 21 Oct to 13 Nov '05
  “Three team members reached the summit of Mera Peak on this expedition, with four deciding to turn round from 6,410m, just below the final summit and one member reaching high camp at c5,800m. It may seem unusual but the main...”
  report added 12/Dec/05
• Mera Peak - 7 to 30 Oct '05
  “On the 23 October, three team members – Ray Lambert, Brian Martin and Dominic Jude, along with three Sherpas, stood on the summit of Mera Peak. All members of the group had enjoyed the fabulous trek and acclimatisation itinerary...”
  report added 03/Nov/05
• Mera Peak - 15 Apr to 8 May '05
  “On 30 April after bed tea at 2am, the team left high camp at 3am, the early start being an attempt to beat persistant bad weather. Due to cold Elsa had to return to camp after reaching 6,000m. Marie, Barry and Richard, along with...”
  report added 06/May/05
• Mera Peak - 1 to 24 Apr '05
  “At 04:30am on April 16th the team left Mera Peak high camp (5,800m) in excellent conditions after a blustery night. Making good time, everyone enjoyed the emerging views as the sun rose. Making use of the fixed rope, the whole team...”
  report added 20/Apr/05
• Mera Peak - 22 Oct to 14 Nov '04
  “Unusually poor weather and snow almost barred the way into the Hinku valley during the early part of the walk in. High pressure eventually stabilised the situation and reasonable weather prevailed for the remainder of the...”
  report added 18/Nov/04
• Mera Peak - 8 - 31 Oct '04
  “The expedition arrived in Kathmandu to be met by the end of the monsoon period but managed to fly to Lukla as planned. The first week made for some wet trekking as the monsoon played itself out. By the time the expedition reached...”
  report added 27/Oct/04
• Mera Peak - 2 to 25 April
  “This expedition's success was down to strong teamwork and excellent local staff. This was particularly evident when one team member had to be assisted down on Day 7. Upon landing in Lukla the team enjoyed the villagers...”
  report added 29/Apr/04
• Mera Peak - 9 October to 3 November 2003
  “An enjoyable, but alas ultimately summit-free expedition. After walking in the long way and acclimatising well, at the crucial moment of our move up to base camp the heavens opened, dumping dangerous quantities of snow on the...”
  report added 05/Nov/03
• Mera Peak - 5 October to 25 October 2002
  “A successful and very enjoyable expedition. We had a wonderful group and a great team spirit amongst us. Although it was a damp and cloudy start to the expedition, with the walk-in in monsoon type weather, it soon gave way to...”
  report added 06/Nov/02
• Mera Peak 5 - 28 April 2002
  “An outstandingly enjoyable and successful expedition that enabled all 9 members of the party to experience the marvellous views from the summit of Mera Peak (6,476m). A tricky crevasse just below the top added extra challenge as...”
  report added 28/Apr/02
• Mera Peak 13 October - 4 November 2001
  “A very successful expedition with seven out of 10 team members reaching the summit of Mera Peak, one getting to 6,300m and another two reaching a high point of 5,900m above high camp. The expedition had good weather and good snow...”
  report added 14/Nov/01
• Mera Peak 20 April to 13 May 2001
  “It has been a few days without writing my diary. Well, the cold, and the altitude makes it some times a bit dificult. Yes, on May 5th at 8:00 a.m. 4 team members, our Sidar and I reached the summit of Mera Peak 6,476m. During...”
  report added 20/May/01
• Mera Peak 5 May - 28 May 2001
  “A successful and enjoyable expedition allowing three team members to summit on Mera Peak, the dry winter had left many crevasses covered by only thin snow bridges. The summit party had to break trial in late season fresh snow...”
  report added 14/May/01
• Mera Peak 12 April - 5 May 2000
  “This expedition was a great success with 7 team members and Di reaching the summit of Nepal's highest trekking peak on the 27 April. The team worked well together, with support and encouragment being given to those less experienced...”
  report added 15/Dec/00
• Autumn Nepal 2000
  “Overall, the weather was perfect in Nepal through the end of September and October which undoubtedly contributed to the high level of success on many of our popular objectives. Over 40 people summited on Mera Peak alone! Snow...”
  report added 15/Dec/00