This peak rises above the Pisang Valley and lush yak pastures in a uniform slope of slippery ice and snow before accumulating in the pyramid mass that is the summit. The peak nestles between Annapurna 1 and Manaslu. The climbing route follows the well defined ridges which are steep but not difficult to climb. The high camp is set at 5400m on the climbing shoulder of the south west ridge.
Peak Summary:
• Altitude (meters): 6,091
• Altitude (feet): 19,983
• Himalayan Range: Manang
• Region: Gandaki
• Difficulty Level: Basic Snow/Ice Climb
• Favorable Months: September, October, November
• First summit by: German Expedition team
• First climbed year: 1955
• Convenient point: Hongde, Pisang (Manang valley)
Suggested Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu; transfer to the Hotel
Day 02: Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley
Day 03: Drive to Bensisahar
Day 04: Trek to Bahundanda
Day 05: Trek to Chyamje
Day 06: Trek to Dharapani
Day 07: Trek to Chame
Day 08: Trek to Pisang
Day 09: Trek to Pisang base camp
Day 10: Acclimatization at Base camp
Day 11: High camp
Day 12: Summit up to Pisang peak and back to base camp
Day 13: Trek to Pisang
Day 14: Trek to Wanaque
Day 15: Trek to Chyamje
Day 16: Trek to Ngadi
Day 17: Trek to Bensisahar
Day 18: Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 19: Rest day in Kathmandu
Day 20: Departure on your own destination
NOTE: The above itinerary is a guide and basically the normal route for Mera peak climbing. The trip can be customized to accommodate specific requirements.
Cost Includes:
• Transportation to and from Kathmandu by air or road, as per itinerary.
• 3 meals per day during the trip (breakfast, lunch & dinner) including the coffee and tea.
• Accommodation in tea houses or in tents as per itinerary during the trip.
• Accommodation including breakfast at 3 star hotels in Kathmandu.
• Highly experienced Government licensed guide and necessary porters Sherpa staff during the trip.
• Government / Local taxes, climbing permit fee, Tourist service charge, guide / porter insurance and salary, general equipment, national park and conservation area fees.
• Kathmandu City Tour with an Experienced Tour Guide as per your time frame.
• Trekking and Climbing Registration Certificate (TRC).
• Garbage deposit fee
Cost Exclude:
• International airfares
• International Airport Departure Tax.
• Climbing Equipment
• Major meals, Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
• Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone and laundry.
• Nepal entry visa fee US$ 30 (duration 60 days from date of issue) - you may easily obtain the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport - Kathmandu.
• Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects. We strongly advise you to take out personal travel insurance.
• Tips & Gratuities
(The trip price will vary depending on the group size, duration and services required. Please contact us via our website with your details to obtain a quote.)
Please feel free to contact us if you have any question regarding the above information. |