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Mera Peak, 6476m, is the highest permitted trekking peak in Nepal as per NMA(Nepal Mountaineering Association) but technically an easy climb compared to other 6000m trekking peaks in Nepal. Therefore, an excellent peak for those looking for thier first climbing experience in the Himalaya of Nepal. The 6476m altitude do cover up for the technical differences hence good preparations, physically and mentally is required. The other main reason people opt to climb Mera Peak is the magnificent summit view of the over-8000-meter-mountains such as Mt. Everest, 8848m, Mt. Lhotse, 8516m, Mt. Cho Oyu, 8201m, Mt. Makalu, 8463m, and Mt. Kanchenjunga, 8586m.
Mera Peak Climbing trip starts with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The trek leads through the incredibly remote and beautiful Hinku Valley. This unspoiled area of the Everest region boasts of beautiful green terraced fields, dense forest, rushing streams, swinging bridges, and yak pastures with a backdrop of the highest mountains in the world. Sherpa guesthouses, high in the summer pastures, are a welcome place for weary trekkers.
Previous climbing experience on snow and ice would be a great advantage, additionaly our well-experienced Sherpa climbing guides will organize a training session on the climbing gear and necessary skills required for the climb.This is a straightforward climb for which acclimatization is crucial. As you trek higher into this remote valley, following the river to the glaciers, your body is gradually becoming acclimatized for the climb. Khare village 4,950m is the last village on the Mera Peak trail where we will have Tea Houses. We have a mandatory acclamatization day, basic climbing clinic program and checking our gears and equipments before we move to mountain. We will set High Camp 5780m before attempting for the final summit push.
Our climbing guides are dedicated mountaineers and license-holders who always put your safety first. They use harness and ropes below the every peak whether for crevasse danger or steep slopes. Our Sherpa guides are there to fix the rope as well as teach climbers how to fix the rope or set up a belay for glacier travel.
Safety for Mera Peak Climb:
When travelling in remote mountain regions, uncertainties such as weather, health problems and natural disasters require a certain amount of flexibility. While our goal is to follow the itinerary, that is not our first priority; your safety is always our first priority. Expeditions high mountain. request your cooperation to accept the decisions and advice of our trusted and experienced guides if they deem it necessary to change or cancel any part of the itinerary due to safety concerns.
We should also plan for few extra days as bad weather may affect the designed schedule. This doesnt guarantee the successful ascent but often avoids the disappointment of a cloudy summit day.
Travel Insurance:
You will need special travel insurance for participation in hazardous activities. We recommend a complete travel insurance policy that covers cancellation, lost baggage, theft, injury, liability, medical treatment, death and expenses. Make sure the insurance covers all the activities that you will be undertaking during your stay in Nepal including trekking and climbing.
Remark: – Please note that cloud and turbulent weather is a regular phenomenon in the Himalayan range. It is thus possible that domestic flights from Kathmandu to/from Lukla may be delayed for a few hours or even canceled for a day or more. Fortunately, this does not happen frequently during the high seasons of March to May or September to November: but you need to plan for this possibility.
As a safeguard, we recommend that you add on a couple of extra days after your trek before you fly from Kathmandu to your onward destination.
17 Days Trekking / Peak Climbing / (SKILL LEVEL: hard)
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu transfer to hotel
Day 02: 30m flight Ktm To Phaplu Airport and 5 hours’ Drive to Kharikhola
Day 03. 1hrs Drive to sipoje by pangum la pass and trek to ramailo dada 3100m
Day 04: trek to chattra khola 2600m
Day 05: trek to kote 3800m
Day 06: kote to Tangnag 4200m
Day 07: Rest day and Hiking up to 5500M
Day 08: Tangnag to khare 5000m
Day 09: Rest day and hiking 5500m
Day 10: khare to high camp 5800m
Day 11: summit mera peak 6470m descent to khare
Day 12: khare to Kote
Day 13: kote to chattra
Day 14: chattra to lukla by chttra la pass 4600m
Day 15: fly lukla to Kathmandu.Farewell
Day 16: Extra day if incase weather bad .
Day 17 : final-international departure
Remark: – Please note that cloud and turbulent weather is a regular phenomenon in the Himalayan range. It is thus possible that domestic flights from Kathmandu to/from Lukla may be delayed for a few hours or even canceled for a day or more. Fortunately, this does not happen frequently during the high seasons of March to May or September to November: but you need to plan for this possibility.
As a safeguard, we recommend that you add on a couple of extra days after your trek before you fly from Kathmandu to your onward destination.
• Your personal equipment for climbing & trekking
• Your personal & medical insurance during the expedition
• Lunches & dinners in Kathmandu
• Emergency rescue evacuation by helicopter if required
• Permits for client’s personal radio set or a satellite phone
• Extra oxygen if used during the climbing
• Tips for guides, porters and supporting staff
• Alcohol drinks
Expeditions High Mountain has compiled a list of essential equipment, personal medical provisions, and a summary of medical conditions likely to encounter during high altitude mountaineering. We hope this helps you in your preparation for the expedition. You might already have most of the equipment anyway but it never hurts to have a checklist at hand. A basic rule of thumb to keep in mind: carry a spare of every piece of equipment necessary for survival whenever possible. And think broad: Sunglasses might sound like a trivial item but if you lose or break your pair on the mountain, you will suffer from snow blindness which can be fatal high up on the mountain simply because you’ll be unable to descend – carry a spare. And equally important, make sure you are familiar with all of your equipment, especially new pieces. You should be able to use everything under even the most adverse conditions.
This list should be considered as an essential summary and, naturally, it might be incomplete. Expeditiousness are encouraged to conduct further study and practical exercises to familiarise themselves with the equipment. You should also be familiar with the medical terminology and have a basic understanding of medical conditions related to high elevation, cold, wind, excessive sun radiation as well as injuries likely to sustain in the outdoor situations, particularly in high and remote mountainous areas. While most of this will only be relevant in emergency situations – which we all hope never to encounter –it’s better to come over-prepared; your life might depend on it.
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For undergarments we recommend Merino wool – or one of the new mixtures between Merino and synthetics (Icebreaker and Odlo are two highly recommended brands).Quality as well as comfort are essential in extreme conditions so don’t look for cheap options. Merino wool is popular because of its softness and breath-ability while providing excellent insulation. It can absorb water very well and takes moisture away from the body which keeps you dry and warm. It has natural antibacterial properties, so it stays usable for much longer.
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Note: Your clothing should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks (preferably made of Cordura) or alternatively bin-liners or large plastic bags although they are less rugged.
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Rucksacks and Travel Bags:
Sleeping Gear:
Note: Your sleeping bags should be kept dry using a waterproof stuff sack
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Useful Medication: (Always contact your doctor if you have any questions; use alternatives in case you have intolerances for the suggested medication)
Note:Do not bring sleeping pills. They are respiratory depressants which is problematic at high altitude.
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Our skilful cooks will prepare 3 delicious hot meals and plenty of drinks each day in base camp, as well as in camp 2 on the mountain. These meals will consist of soup, local cheese & sausage, biscuits, dried noodles, potatoes, rice, porridge, butter, dried and tinned vegetables, fruit, meats, and fish, tea with milk and sugar, powdered juice drink, and drinking chocolate. Our Sherpas will be carrying this food to the higher camps.
We ask members to bring only 5 dehydrated meals (freeze-dried dinners) for their summit attempt. On summit day, you will be at high elevation and you will be affected by the altitude with very limited appetite so it is important to have flavours you like best and you perceive as pleasant even when you are not hungry.
We cannot cater for specific personal and uncommon foods and flavours. If you have any unusual, non-standard or specific personal, cultural or religious dietary requirements, which can only be satisfied with imported product, we ask you to bring your own imported daily snack and energy foods.
We do not provide “snack” food such as chocolate or energy-bars. We ask that you bring or buy your own snacks or daily cold energy food in Kathmandu or in your home country. Because of the high degree of physical exertion, proper nutrition is very important and you might want to plan food supplementation carefully. From our experience 3-6 kilos/6-12 pounds of additional food is a sufficient amount.
A growing variety of imported foods such as European and American cheeses, chocolates, biscuits, cookies, nuts, and locally made power-bars are now available in Kathmandu, at reasonable prices. However, many imported brands and specialized items may not be available. If you want these items, you must bring them from your home country. Many of our members, especially Europeans and Australians with small baggage allowances, now purchase their daily snacks in Kathmandu (or at least parts of them). Our schedule in Kathmandu allows sufficient time for shopping.
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Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Please contact us for any other equipment concerns and suggestions. We are happy to discuss these in detail.
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The primary concern of mountaineers as altitude increases is the decrease in partial oxygen pressure. At higher altitude, the density of the gases to comprise our air decreases. Partial pressure is (hypothetical pressure) of a gas in a mixture of gases if the same space was only occupied by that gas. A decrease in partial Oxygen pressure means that there is less Oxygen is any given volume of air.
There is a fine balance between the gas pressure in your blood (called Blood gas tension) and the outside world, which allows your lungs to absorb the oxygen and deliver it to your organs. The outside pressure decreases with altitude, while the internal pressure remains constant.At about 9000m you will not be able to absorb any oxygen at all with a predictable outcome. Our body has evolved at low altitude, where it functions perfectly and it doesn’t at high elevation. The human body has, however, phenomenal ability to adapt given appropriate conditioning and time, which is called acclimatization.
Low levels of oxygen in the blood can cause number of conditions which is usually summed up as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). This is easily treatable and reversible if acted upon quickly (the course of treatment is to reduce altitude as soon as possible). But it can lead to more serious (and potentially lethal) conditions such as High Altitude Celebral Edema (HACE) and High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE). Furthermore, a low level of blood oxygen can lead to thermal inefficiencies in your body causing frostbite and hypothermia. Have a look at http://lavablau.com/general/acute-mountain-sickness/ for an introduction to the current research on high-altitude conditions and some links to more profound sources.Other conditions caused by the effects of high altitude are thrombosis and embolisms.
Less serious but not to neglect: At high elevation due to lower UV absorption by the atmosphere and reflections from the snow there is a high risk of sunburn. Since you will not be able to stay out of the sun completely, this can escalate to a serious situation. Always shield your skin as well as possible from the sun and use plenty of sunscreen. Other more obvious hazards include broken bones due to falls, avalanches, ice and rock fall etc. but you should have come across those in your previous mountaineering activities anyway.
Again, this is not an exhaustive list but we hope it provides a loose guideline for your preparations. Do as much background research as possible – it never hurts to come over-prepared. And, of course, we are always happy to help so just give us a shout if you have any questions, comments or concerns.Happy preparations.