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Summit ascent Mera Peak 6,461 m

Makalu Barun National Park and Mera Peak 6,461 m, one of the highest trekking peaks in Nepal – lodge trekking

Overview

Impressive mountain scenery, mystical rhododendron forests, living traditions in the villages – come with us on this trekking expedition in the lesser-known Makalu Barun National Park. As a reward for this challenging tour, we are rewarded with breathtaking views of the 8,000-metre peaks Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu, Kangchenjunga and the highest mountain in the world – Mount Everest.

Duration of trip: 21 days

Participants: min. 2, max. 8

Price: starting at €3,490 with a Nepalese, English-speaking guide; international flight not included

Difficulty (see requirements): Technique 5 / Fitness 4

Details

After arrival and transfer to our hotel, we visit the temples in Kathmandu and the famous stupa of Boudhanath, the destination of Buddhist pilgrims. Early the next morning, we take the jeep to Phaplu, the starting point of our trekking expedition. Mani walls, chortens and prayer flags, visible signs of living Buddhism, appear at regular intervals along the way and accompany our ascent up to the Khare mountain pasture, the last settlement before our ascent to the summit. Up to this point we stay overnight in lodges. After a day of acclimatization, we begin our ascent to Mera La 5,400 m and spend the first night in a tent. On the summit day we hike through an impressive glacier world to the summit. Here we are rewarded with fantastic views of the Himalayan giants. Built-in reserve days increase the chances of summit success. The way back takes us over a final pass down to Lukla at 2,800 m. From there, a panoramic flight takes us back to Kathmandu.

We will be happy to provide you with details of the tour on request.

This challenging trekking tour takes you to altitudes of up to 6,461 m. The tour is designed to give you enough time to acclimatize to the altitude, which is crucial for success on this trekking tour. The ascent to the summit is not technically difficult. However, it requires a very good level of fitness, a head for heights and surefootedness in pathless firn and scree terrain, which can also be snow-covered and icy. Summit aspirants should be familiar with the use of ice axes and crampons. Short steep sections on the ascent to the summit can have a gradient of up to 40° – they are secured by the guide. You must be able to carry your daypack yourself for the entire tour. The daily walking times are between 4-7 hours and you will cover up to 1,300 meters of ascent and 1,600 meters of descent. On the day of the summit ascent, we are on the move for up to 10 hours. The overnight stays in tents at altitudes of up to 5,800 m and the summit ascent require adequate equipment, fitness and self-discipline. Von daher solltest Du Dich konditionell gut auf das Trekking vorbereiten.

Services included

  • 21 days guided tour and organization with Nepalese, English-speaking guide
  • 3 x overnight stays in a good, proven hotel in Kathmandu in a double room (single room at extra charge)
  • 13x overnight stays/full board in lodges during the trekking in a double room
  • 2 x nights/full board in the tent camp (2 persons/tent)
  • Entrance to Makalu Barun National Park and all fees
  • Jeep transportation from Kathmandu to Phaplu
  • 1 domestic flight Lukla – Kathmandu
  • City tours Kathmandu according to program
  • Luggage transport by porter—you only have to carry your daypack yourself
  • All local transfers
  • Local support team and porters (max. 12 kg per person)
  • Safety & Altitude Medicine Support: Complete first-aid kit with altitude medicine supplies, oxygen meter (oximeter), satellite phone

Services exclusive

  • International flight
  • meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Voluntary tips (approx. 80.00 €)
  • Visa fees (approx. 34.00 €)
  • Possible increase in fees and/or fuel surcharges
  • Personal

Our recommendation—we’d be happy to advise you in person if you have any questions:

Clothing

Mountain boots (at least Category C), hiking socks + spare pair, hiking pants, wind- and water-repellent overpants, softshell jacket, insulating layer: e.g., Primaloft or down, wind- and water-repellent outer jacket (e.g., Gore-Tex), long-sleeved ski base layer for the day on the pass, warm hat (Tip: bring a Buff as well—great for wind protection), sun hat/cap, very warm gloves: preferably a multi-layer system—thin silk liner gloves, windproof finger gloves or mittens, spare gloves (preferably down mittens), 1–2 sets of spare clothing

Clothing Tip: Merino wool clothing and socks from Kaipara (discount for customers)

Personal equipment

Sleeping bag (suitable up to comfort range minus 20°C), possibly a thin inner sleeping bag, sleeping mat for tent trekking (tip: Exped downmat lite), sunglasses with very good UV protection, sunscreen SPF 50, lip balm, small toiletry bag, trekking towel, earplugs, photo equipment, cell phone/charging cable/power bank, ID/cash/credit cards, small first aid kit with personal medication/blister plasters/bivy bag, headlamp, drinking bottle or drinking system at least. 1 liter, thermos flask, snacks (muesli bars, nuts, dried fruit, multivitamin tablets)

Technical equipment

Telescoping hiking poles, waterproof trekking bag (Tip: durable tarpaulin bags with a capacity of at least 80 liters have proven reliable), small daypack (approx. 30 liters) including a rain cover and/or waterproof inner stuff sack (Tip: Bring extra trash bags or freezer bags—they’re also great for dirty laundry); we also recommend a small, lockable travel bag (for storing luggage not needed during the trek at the hotel)

Important for the summit ascent

Clothing (very warm down jacket, extra warm trousers, fleece underpants, warm overtrousers e.g. padded or down) and footwear should be suitable for temperatures down to -30°. Well-insulated, crampon and waterproof (shell) mountain boots are required for the summit stage. Gaiters are required. Good LED headlamp with spare batteries.

Glacier equipment: You will receive a detailed list with the detailed travel information. Glacier equipment can be rented on site.

 

 

Please pay close attention to our information on this website under Country Information/FAQ and Requirements. Further information about this trekking trip can be found in the trip details, which we will send you on request before you book your trip or when you book your trip. Passport and visa requirements, vaccinations and our recommendations on insurance cover are important and must be observed.

This trip can only be carried out if the minimum number of participants is reached. If this is not reached 28 days before the start of the trip, Hiking Inspirations may cancel the event. However, in the event of a cancellation, we will endeavor to make you an alternative offer. Please refer to our additional information in the travel conditions.

The tour operator is Hiking Inspirations GbR, Katja Dörig & Arno Aigner.