Useful Information about Mera Peak Climbing
Physical Preparation for Mera Peak Climbing
Being graded as a challenging trek, trekkers need to prepare themselves both physically and mentally before embarking on the Mera Peak.
Even though there are not many technical sections involved in this, trekkers need to have basic mountaineers skills. You need to learn things like the Use of Climbing Gear, Ice Axe Techniques, Glacier Travel, Navigation, High Altitude Awareness, etc.
Additionally, trekkers need to prepare themselves physically by focusing on building endurance, strength, and cardiovascular fitness to cope with the physical demands of high-altitude trekking and climbing.
Climbing Permit For Mera Peak Climbing
The climbing permits cannot get by on their own by the trekkers. They need to go through the registered trekking agencies in Nepal to get the permit.
The cost of the climbing permit depends upon the seasons they choose to trek. A climbing permit is issued by the Nepal Mountaineering Association of Nepal.
- Climbing permit in Spring (March, April, and May) – USD 250
- Climbing permit in Autumn (September, October, and November) – USD 125
- Climbing permit in Winter (December, January, and February) – USD 70
- Climbing permit in Summer (June, July, and August) – USD 70
Along with this climbing permit you need to have a Khumbu Region local permit which will cost you approx. USD 20 and Sagarmatha National Park Entry permit which will cost you around USD 30 per person.
Food and Accommodation for Mera Peak Climbing
For the Mera Peak Climbing, we will arrange accommodation in a tea house for travelers to spend a night during the trek. The room will be cozy but it will be a great place to spend after long hours of trek.
Basic amenities like a bed, mattress, pillow cover, and warm blanket will be provided. At lower altitudes, facilities may be more abundant, but as you ascend to higher altitudes, they become increasingly limited.
Three meals will be arranged in the tea house which will be basic but nutritious to fuel your body required for trekking. You will also spend some days in the tent and we will arrange all the equipment while staying in the tent.
Travel Insurance for Mera Peak Climbing
While climbing Mera Peak trekkers need to deal with difficulties like altitude sickness, unpredictable weather, difficult terrain, and physical physical exhaustion due to long hours of trekking.
Also while walking in the high altitude areas chances of altitude sickness become high. Further unseen circumstances can occur so trekkers need comprehensive travel insurance that covers emergency medical evacuation, medical expenses, trip cancellation, and emergency assistance.
Wifi, Electricity, and Drinking Water facilities for Mera Peak
Tea houses provide the facilities of wifi, electricity, and drinking water. To get this facility you need to pay an extra small amount which will not be included in the climbing package of Mera Peak.
Communication During the Mera Peak
You can use wifi to communicate or buy a local sim(NTC or Ncell) for the mobile internet connection. At high altitudes, your climbing guide will have a satellite phone for emergencies. You can use it with minimum cost.
Best Time For Mera Peak Climbing
Mera Peak is best climbed in the autumn (September to November) or spring (March to May). The temperature is still bearable in the spring and fall when appropriate clothing is worn.
Additionally, the climber can observe the breathtaking panorama from the summit because of a clean view of the sky, something that may not be possible during the winter and rainy seasons.
Climbing Mera Peak in the winter is possible to do so, but there are a number of hazardous factors to watch out for, including below-freezing temperatures, avalanches, heavy snowfall, glacial movement, altitude sickness, limited sunshine, frostbite, and hypothermia.
Climbing should only be done in favorable weather, and if you’re a skilled mountaineer who enjoys a challenge, we recommend climbing Mera Peak in the winter.
Kathmandu To Lukla Flight For Mera Peak Climbing
Mera Peak Climbing journey starts from the Lukla airport by taking a domestic Kathmandu to Lukla flight from Tribhuvan International Airport.
Lukla airport is the world’s most dangerous airport due to its location and small runway. The flight to Lukla depends on the weather conditions in the Everest region. The flight will occur only if the weather is suitable for flying.
The cost of the Lukla flight depends upon the season that you are traveling. If you are traveling in the winter and monsoon season the chances of flight cancellation remains high.
- Kathmandu to Lukla flight ticket cost for Nepali citizens: NPR 6,000-8,000 per person(One way)
- Kathmandu to Lukla flight ticket cost for Indian citizens: INR 11,000-13,000 per person(One way)
- Kathmandu to Lukla flight ticket cost for Foreign citizens: USD 200-250 per person(One way)
Note: During the peak season the civil aviation of Nepal divert the Kathmandu to Lukla flight to Ramechhap. So during this time you need to reach Ramechhap airport first then take a Luka flight. To Know more in details check here: Kathmandu to Lukla Flight Information.
Altitude Sickness and Acclimatization in Mera Peak Climbing
Walking at the altitude of 6476 m during the Mera Peak Climbing is definitely a challenging job. Another main thing that adds to the challenge of the Mera Peak Climbing difficulty is chances of having altitude sickness.
Altitude sickness can happen to anyone anytime while walking in the high altitude of the Mera Peak summit journey. Climbers should be aware about altitude sickness and its preventive measures.
Acclimatization plays a key role for the successful summit. It not only helps to reduce the chances of altitude sickness but also make sure that you will remain fit for the high altitude trek journey.
It helps your body to adapt to high altitude, helps to increase physical performance, reduces fatigue and exhaustion and allows your body to recover from stress.
Mera Peak Expert Care and Emergency Response
The weather conditions in the high altitude of Mera Peak can turn any time which can result in adverse conditions. Also the unexpected situation can happen anytime so you must be careful while undertaking this summit.
Helicopters are commonly used for emergency response on Mera Peak, so make sure your trip insurance includes emergency helicopter evacuation, high-altitude dangers up to 7,000 meters, and other essentials such as immediate medical expenses, loss and theft, and flight cancellation.
While booking the Mera Package you should choose the best trekking agency and make sure you have an expert team including expert Climbing Guide who can handle the emergency situation very well.
Our Support Team for Mera Peak
Climbing Guide: A certified guide from the Nepal Mountaineering Association of Nepal will be provided by Eco Nepal Trekkers. They are experts in mountaineering, having completed all the necessary courses. Additionally, their vast expertise and experience will aid in navigating securely to the summit of Mera Peak.
Porter: Porters assist with preparation on the Mera Peak climbing route by transporting tents, food, water, and equipment (enough for themselves and the main expedition), which they carefully place on the peak.
Your porters will take care of everything for your group and carry your main luggage bag up to a maximum weight of 15 kg. One porter will be shared among the two climbers and if the weight of luggage exceed than you need to pay the additional cost.
Read more about Guide and Porter: Guide and Porter Hire
Expert Cook: Since there won’t be any lodging available once you leave Khare, you will spend your time in a tent while climbing Mera Peak. Thus, we will send you a professional chef to prepare a delicious meal for the climbers.
Other crew members: Depending on the size of your group, additional assistant guides and other crew members will accompany you on your trip and provide assistance. Everything will be handled by us, including getting permission to transport supplies and erecting tents.
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