Mera Peak Climbing and Amphu Labcha Pass

Duration: 21 Days

Mera Peak at 6,461m is the highest trekking peak in Nepal and also one of the most fascinating, as well as one of the easiest to climb. Mera Peak offers the finest view of the mountains in the Everest region. Our 21-day-long journey to the top of Mera Peak combines a trek to Amphu Lapcha pass at 5,845m, a glaciated pass covered in cliffs of serac located at the top of Hinku valley. The pass also acts as a way out of the isolated valley. Those en route Baruntse ( 7,129) or Island peak (6,189m) expedition also cross the pass, which requires technical mountaineering for anyone to cross it. The top of the pass has good views of Island Peak, Imja Glacier, and Lhotse Shar. Combining the Mera Peak expedition with Amphu Lapcha Pass Trek is thus perfect.
One of the major highlights of this journey, apart from the Mera peak summit and crossing the high pass, is that you can witness numerous Himalayan glacial lakes, including the Five Sacred Lakes ( Panch Pokhari). Mera Peak sits on the edge of the Khumbu region dominated by Mt. Everest, making it a great vantage point. On a clear day, you will witness 5 of the 6 highest mountains in the world including Cho Oyu (8201m), Lhotse (8516m), Everest (8848m), and Kangchenjunga (8586m) far away to the east on the Indian border. It is one of those unforgettable sights.

Our trek begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Then we trek toward Panggom. We trek the isolated and beautiful Hinku valley for days. Passing through bamboo and rhododendron forest, we climb up to grassy moorland and slowly make out a way to high Himalayan trails. The trek is so extremely beautiful and remote, it is as memorable as the climb. We eventually summit the Mera Peak and cross the Amphu Lapcha Pass. We climb down to Namche through Chhukung, a village with great views of Mount Everest. Adventure Club Trek has been organizing successful expeditions and high Himalayan treks since 2008. We also offer Mera Peak Climbing- 17 Days adventure for those looking for a shorter itinerary.

Trip Highlights:

Summiting the highest trekking peak in the Nepalese Himalaya, Mera Peak at 6,461m.
Crossing one of world’s highest mountain passes, Amphu Lapcha at 5,845.
Trekking in the hauntingly beautiful and isolated Hinku Valley
Witnessing close up views of five of six highest mountains in the world, including Cho Oyu (8201m), Lhotse (8516m), Everest (8848m), and Kangchenjunga (8586m).
Views of Island Peak, Imja Glacier, and Lhotse Shar from the top of the Amphu Lapcha Pass.
Trekking alongside Imja Tsho Lake, formed with melting water from Imja glacier, trekking through rhododendron forests, and crossing some of the highest suspension bridges.

Outline Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m)
Day 02: Kathmandu: Trip Preparation and sightseeing.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla, and trek to Paiya (Chutok) (2,730m/8,956ft) : 5-6 hours
Day 04: Trek Paiya to Panggom (2,846m/9,337ft) : 5-6 hours
Day 05: Trek Panggom to Ningsow (2,863m/9,393ft) : 4-5 hours
Day 06: Trek Ningsow to Chhatra Khola (2,800m/9,186ft) : 7-8 hours
Day 07: Trek Chhatra Khola to Kothe (3,691m/12,109ft) : 6-7 hours
Day 08: Trek Kothe to Thaknak (4,358m/14,297ft) : 3-4 hours
Day 09: Trek Thaknak to Khare (5,045m/16,486ft) : 2-3 hours
Day 10: Khare: Acclimatization and pre–climb training (5,045m/16,486ft) :
Day 11: Trek Khare to Mera High Camp (5,780m/18,958ft) : 6-7 hours
Day 12: Summit Mera Peak (6,461m/21,190ft), and trek to Kongma Dingma (4,850m/15912f) : 10- 11 hours
Day 13: Kongma Dingma: Rest day
Day 14: Spare day in case of bad weather
Day 15: Trek Kongma Dingma to Seto Pokhari (5035m/16519 ft) : 5-6 hours
Day 16: Trek Seto Pokhari to Amphu Labcha Base Camp (South) (5,650m/18,536 ft) : 5-6 hours
Day 17: Trek Amphu Labcha Base Camp to Chhukung (4,750m/15,580 ft) : 9-10 hours
Day 18: Trek Chhukung to Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280 ft) : 5-6 hours
Day 19: Trek Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800m/9,184ft) : 6-7 hours
Day 20: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 21: Final Departure

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Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m)

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), you will be welcomed by a representative from Adventure Club Trek. After sorting out your custom formalities (visa and so on), you will be then transferred to your respective hotel in Adventure Club Trek’s private vehicle and give you some time to freshen up. After this, you will attend an orientation about your trek led by the trekking leader over a welcome dinner.
Overnight at hotel. Welcome Dinner Included: .
Day 02: Kathmandu: Trip Preparation and sightseeing.

The exciting day begins with a cultural tour of various medieval sites in Kathmandu. You will drive to visit the UNESCO listed world heritage sites - Pashupatinath Temple (the biggest Hindu shrine), Boudhanath (largest Buddhist Stupa in Nepal), Swayambhunath (a fine Buddhist stupa at the hilltop of Kathmandu) and the Kathmandu Durbar Square (an open museum and abode of Kumari). Coming back from the sightseeing, you will take part in a short briefing and trip preparation.
Overnight at hotel. Breakfast Included
Day 03: Fly to Lukla, and trek to Paiya (Chutok) (2,730m/8,956ft) : 5-6 hours

We drive to Tribhuvan International Airport early in the morning to board our flight to Lukla. The twin otter flies over some of the world’s highest mountains including the mighty Everest. It is half an hour of scenic flight before we land at Tenzing Hillary Airport. We collect our baggage, which we assign to our porter and then head towards Paiya. The trails start with a walk through the jungle then leads to a bridge over the Handi Khola. Upon crossing the river we arrive at the village of Surke. We continue past the village then cross the Chutok La pass to our destination Paiya.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 04: Trek Paiya to Panggom (2,846m/9,337ft) : 5-6 hours

The second day of our trek starts with a descend until we come across a small bridge. The trail then leads us to Kari La Pass, you need to be careful crossing the pass as it is slippery. Next, we walk past rhododendron and bamboo forest. The great view of Dudh Kosi Valley greets us on our way to Panggom.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 05: Trek Panggom to Ningsow (2,863m/9,393ft) : 4-5 hours

Our destination for the day is Ningsow. First, we cross the Panggom La Pass followed by a gradual ascend towards Peseng Kharka Khola. We continue on the trail which leads us to Peeng Kharka Danda. Before arriving at our destination we cross Ningsow Khola, a small stream.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 06: Trek Ningsow to Chhatra Khola (2,800m/9,186ft) : 7-8 hours

Our day starts with an ascent followed by a downhill climb, and then an uphill climb up to finally reach Ramailo Danda. This ridge offers a spectacular view of Mera Peak. There are a few ups and downs until we reach the entrance of Makalu Barun National Park. We now follow a trail called the Pasang Lhamu trail until we reach Chhatra Khola. The region is a habitat to Red Pandas.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 07: Trek Chhatra Khola to Kothe (3,691m/12,109ft) : 6-7 hours

We take the main trail to Mera Peak- along the Majang Khola and later following the Hinku Khola. As we continue on the trail, we reach Tashing Ongma, a popular camping site by the river. The final stretch is Sanu Khola, which we cross to arrive at Kothe for the night.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 08: Trek Kothe to Thaknak (4,358m/14,297ft) : 3-4 hours

We walk along the west bank of Hinku Khola towards Gondishung. It is a summer settlement of herders. The magnificent views of mountains like Kusum, Kanguru, and Mera accompany us throughout our trek today. On our way to Thaknak, we also come across Lungsumgba Gompa, a 200-year-old monastery.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 09: Trek Thaknak to Khare (5,045m/16,486ft) : 2-3 hours

As we leave Thaknak, the trail leads us through the lateral moraine of Dig Glacier offering a spectacular view of Charpate Himal. It is a steep climb to Khare hence we take a slow and steady pace, soaking in the spectacular views. Before our climb to Khare starts, we pass Sabai Tsho, a beautiful glacial lake.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 10: Khare: Acclimatization and pre–climb training (5,045m/16,486ft) :

Acclimatization plays a key factor in determining the success of a Himalayan trek. So, today is set aside to adjust our body to the thinning air. Today our guides teach us the basic techniques of peak climbing with some guidelines. Also, we learn the use of various climbing equipment like harness, ascender, ice axe, crampons, and climbing boots. During our practice run, we also learn to use the ropes to climb up and down.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 11: Trek Khare to Mera High Camp (5,780m/18,958ft) : 6-7 hours

The trail climbs steeply from Khare towards Mera Base Camp. We continue on the trail to Mera High Camp passing through Mera La Pass. As we climb closer toward the high camp, we are rewarded with views of mountains like Everest, Cho Oyu, Nuptse, Baruntse, Lhotse, and Chamlang among others. Snow can make the climb a bit challenging.
Overnight at tented camp. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 12: Summit Mera Peak (6,461m/21,190ft), and trek to Kongma Dingma (4,850m/15912f) : 10- 11 hours

The big day is here. We wake before dawn at about 2 am, have breakfast, and get packing for the summit. The path is snowy and also passes through a glacier. As we climb higher we get to witness the first rays of the sun as it touches the snow-clad peaks. As we climb up a steep ridge, the summit hides behind it. Once we overcome the ridge, the summit view is back on. We use a fixed rope for the final stretch of the climb. Enjoy the unobstructed close-up views of the mighty Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Kanchenjunga, Chamlang, Baruntse, Nuptse, Makalu, and Cho-Oyu among others from the top. Then, we descend towards high camp. We rest for a while here then collect our backpack and head down to Kongma Dingma for a good night’s sleep.
Overnight at tented . Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 13: Kongma Dingma: Rest day

We take the much-needed rest today. You can even celebrate a successful summit with a few drinks or any other beverages you enjoy.
Overnight at tented camp. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 14: Spare day in case of bad weather

This day is set aside for contingency in case we are not able to summit on the planned day due to bad weather or any other unforeseen events. We can use this day for rest, shopping, or sightseeing in case it is not used to cover bad weather or unforeseen weather.
Overnight at tented camp. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 15: Trek Kongma Dingma to Seto Pokhari (5035m/16519 ft) : 5-6 hours

Today’s route is considered one of the most scenic in the Himalaya. We leave Kongma Dingma behind and march towards the upper yak pastures with fantastic views of Chamlang and Baruntse dominating the skyline. It is an easy walk as we head towards Seto Pokhari with views of Everest and Lhotse in front of us.
Overnight at tented camp. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 16: Trek Seto Pokhari to Amphu Labcha Base Camp (South) (5,650m/18,536 ft) : 5-6 hours

This route is truly off the beaten and secluded- you rarely see any trekkers her except during tourist season. On our way to Amphu Labch Base Camp, we pass many lakes in the Hunku Basin. We then walk alongside the Hinku Glacier for a while. We come across another lake before arriving at Amphu Labcha Base Camp.
Overnight at tented camp. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 17: Trek Amphu Labcha Base Camp to Chhukung (4,750m/15,580 ft) : 9-10 hours

Our destination for the day is Chhukung. We first cross the Amphu Labcha La (Pass) followed by Amphu Labcha Glacier. The trail lines alongside the Imja Tsho Lake, formed with melting water from Imja glacier. We then join the main path leading to Island Peak. We walk on the domain of Ama Dablam Glacier to finally arrive at Chhukung.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 18: Trek Chhukung to Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280 ft) : 5-6 hours

We make our way to the biggest town in the Khumbu Region, Namche Bazaar. We descend to our destination, passing through the small settlement of Bibre. A little further, we cross Imja Khola via a suspension bridge. The trail then continues through a few villages and many bridges to finally bring us to Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar houses many restaurants, bakeries and internet cafes.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 19: Trek Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800m/9,184ft) : 6-7 hours

We have an early breakfast and descend to Lukla. We walk alongside the Dudh Kosi River crossing it many times and passing a few villages on our way.
Overnight at guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 20: Fly back to Kathmandu

This is an early morning flight back to Kathmandu which takes about 40 minutes, and you will transfer to the hotel. Getting refreshed, you will be invited for the farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant hosted by Adventure Club
Overnight at hotel. Farewell Dinner Included
Day 21: Final Departure

Adventure Club Trek will manage a farewell drive to the international airport for your final flight departure. Meeting you and serving you was a wonderful experience over the weeks. We are sure you enjoyed a wonderful holiday in beautiful Nepal. We hope you will remember us in the years ahead.
Breakfast Included.

Note: Your safety is of the utmost concern whilst you are traveling with Adventure Club Trek. We will make every effort possible to follow the original itinerary but we reserve the right to change that itinerary if a segment of it becomes a safety issue. Certain mountain regions are remote, natural disasters can happen, weather conditions can decline and there can be illness or an injury. To avoid dangerous situations we may occasionally have to make changes to the itinerary to ensure everyone’s safety. That having been said, Adventure Club Trek will strive to provide you with the best possible trekking experience and to keep your safety our number one priority. We thank you for your understanding.

Cost Includes

All airport transfers from arrival to departure.
3 nights’ accommodation in a standard twin shared room at a three-star hotel in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast basis
Teahouse accommodation during the trek
Tented accommodation during the climb
Round-trip flight between Kathmandu and Lukla including airport departure tax.
Guided city tour in Kathmandu including temples’ / monuments’ entrance fees and private vehicle
Daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and drinks (tea, coffee)
High altitude food and all climbing crew will be available above base camp.
Welcome and farewell dinners.
Government licensed, English speaking guides trained in wilderness first aid
Well-experienced Climbing guide with all his allowance and expenses.
Assistant trekking guides walking with the group to support as necessary (1 assistant guide for 4 trekkers)
Porters to carry your luggage during the trek (1 porter for 2 trekkers)
Insurance covering all staff and porters as per state law
Staff costs including their Salary, food, accommodation, transportation, domestic airfare and medicine.
All Required Climbing gear ( Climbing rope, snow bar, Ice hammer, Ice screw)
Camping Equipment (High quality tents and kitchen utensils for camping).
Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
Complimentary Adventure Club Trek T-shirt, duffel bag, first aid kit and trekking map
Travel and rescue arrangement (helicopter evacuation is available if needed - at an additional cost)
All necessary paper works; trekking permits and Mera Peak climbing permit
Merra Peak climbing certificates issued from the respective body of Nepal Government.
All government and Local Taxes

Cost Excludes

Nepal entry visa
Lunches and dinners in Kathmand.
Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg luggage, cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg)
Personal expenses (alcoholic drinks, bottled water, cold drinks)
Personal travel insurance and medical bills.
International air fares/ flights (Fares and flights can be arranged upon the request).
Hot shower during the trekking
Personal climbing equipment
Altitude chamber (PAC) or oxygen
Insurance with helicopter evacuation
Tips for guide, porters, driver (Tipping is expected, but it is not mandator)

Flight Delay in Kathmandu and Lukla

The unpredictability of the weather in mountain areas directly affects the flights to and from Lukla. The Twin Otter planes that are used for transport from and to Lukla are reasonably reliable in good weather conditions. But, the flights may be delayed or canceled due to technical problems and extreme weather conditions.To ensure you stay on your schedule in case the Twin Otter flight cancels or delays too far, we can charter you a helicopter. While the helicopter can fly at the visibility of 15,000m, the Twin Otters require 5,000m visibility, according to Nepal Civil Aviation rules.

You can pay for the helicopter in US cash, credit cards or traveler’ cheques directly to our Kathmandu office. We provide a receipt for the payment which you can present to claim the amount back from your travel insurance company. Helicopter charges range from a minimum of US$500 to a maximum of US$3500. Also, we recommend you land in Kathmandu a day before we start the trek. You have enough time to buy trekking gears and beat off the jet lag. Having a few days extra left after your trek is also an excellent way to ensure you don’t miss your international flight in case of difficulties during the trek which might lengthen your trip. It also gives you a way to beat the flight cancellation to or from Lukla in case of severe weather.

Note: Your safety is of the utmost concern whilst you are traveling with Adventure Club Trek. We will make every effort possible to follow the original itinerary but we reserve the right to change that itinerary if a segment of it becomes a safety issue. Certain mountain regions are remote, natural disasters can happen, weather conditions can decline and there can be illness or an injury. To avoid dangerous situations we may occasionally have to make changes to the itinerary to ensure everyone’s safety. That having been said, Adventure Club Trek will strive to provide you with the best possible trekking experience and to keep your safety our number one priority. In case, the flight delay/cancellation happens at the start of the trip and it goes so long that it disturbs your onward travel schedule, you are free to choose an alternative trip: such a trek in the Annapurna, Langtang, or any other regions.

Pre-Trip Meeting

Prior to all the treks and expeditions, Adventure Club Trek hosts a pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu. The primary purpose of the meeting is to provide an opportunity for individuals to ask questions about the forthcoming trek and to introduce other team members. The meeting covers topics as diverse as personal equipment and acclimatization and usually involves a hike and some skills training. Pre-trip meeting is very important in order to have a better preparation of the trekking.

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Trip Facts

Trip Code ACTE-96
Trip Duration 21 Days
Destination Nepal
Trip Difficulty Strenuous plus
Trip Style Tea House and Tented Camp
Accomodation Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and teahouse for trekking and tents for climbing during the trek