Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Lukla to Chutok
You'll catch an early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a scenic 30-minute journey over the Himalayas. Once you land and settle in, the trekking begins through lush rhododendron forests heading toward Chutok.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Pick up, 09:00 - 23:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Trek through rhododendron forests to Chutok
Landmarks/POIs Mount Everest - Day 2
Chutok to Pangkongma
Today's trek takes you toward Kari La Pass at 2,730m, and the trails get tricky and slippery underfoot. You'll walk alongside the impressive Dudh Koshi river and pass through bamboo and rhododendron forests before reaching Pangkongma, a trading and farming village.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek to Kari La Pass (2,730m)
- Trekking through bamboo and rhododendron forests
Landmarks/POIs Dudh Koshi River Kari La Pass - Day 3
Pangkongma to Kurke
Another day of challenging hiking toward Kari La Pass at 2,730m with slippery trails requiring careful footing. The route follows the Dudh Koshi river through bamboo and rhododendron forests, and you'll see farming and trading activities throughout the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek to Kari La Pass (2,730m)
- Trekking through bamboo and rhododendron forests
Landmarks/POIs Dudh Koshi River Kari La Pass - Day 4
Kurke to Thuli Kharka
Starting from Kurke, you'll trek to Thuli Kharka by traversing Surke La Pass at 3,085 meters and ascending through Phokte village. The day includes passing through ChalemKharka and Danda Kharka, with views of Mera peaks along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek through Surke La Pass (3,085m)
- Trek to Thuli Kharka with views of Mera peaks
Landmarks/POIs Mera North Mera Central Mera South Surke La Pass Phokte - Day 5
Thuli Kharka to Khothey
You'll descend for roughly 5 hours through pine and rhododendron forests into Hinku valley. The route starts with clear views of Mera South before you reach Khothey at 3,600m where you'll spend the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Descent through pine and rhododendron woods to Khothey
Landmarks/POIs Mera South Hinku valley - Day 6
Khothey to Tangnag
Trek beside the Hinku Khola river and visit the summer settlement at Gondishung (4,350m) and Lungsum Gba Gompa, a 200-year-old monastery. You'll arrive at Tangnag with views of Kusum Kanguru and Peak 43 from here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek to Gondishung (4,350m)
- Visit ancient Lungsum Gba Gompa (200-year-old)
- Trek to Tangnag
Landmarks/POIs Hinku Khola Gondishung Lungsum Gba Gompa Kusum Kanguru Peak 43 - Day 7
Tangnag Acclimatization Day
This is your acclimatization day to adjust to the high altitude and reduce mountain sickness risk. You'll hike for about 3 hours to Charpate Himal Glacier for close-up views of Mera North, then head back to your lodge to rest and prepare.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Acclimatization hike to Charpate Himal Glacier (approximately 3 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Charpate Himal Glacier Mera North - Day 8
Tangnag to Khare
From Tangnag you'll trek past Sabal Tsho, a pristine moraine-dammed lake, and climb to a peak around 5,000m. The route continues through Dig Kharka to reach Khare base camp, with an optional visit to Hinku Nup Glacier.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek past Sabal Tsho and Sabal Glacier
- Climb peak around 5,000m
- Trek to Khare base camp
Optional Activities
- Visit Hinku Nup Glacier
Landmarks/POIs Sabal Tsho Sabal Glacier Hinku Nup Glacier Kangtaiga Dig Kharka - Day 9
Khare Reserve/Rest Day
This reserve day accounts for harsh Himalayan weather and helps minimize altitude sickness before the summit push. You'll check and repair your equipment, rest your body, and mentally prepare for what's ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Equipment inspection and repair
- Rest and acclimatization
- Day 10
Khare to Mera La Base Camp
Departing Khare for Base Camp means tackling the challenging Mera La Pass at 5,415m with steep ascending steps and rocky trails. Climbing gear is required, and you'll see views of Mera Peak, Kusum Kanguru, Peak 43, Kangtega, and Malanphulan.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek to Mera La Pass (5,415m)
- Ascent to Mera La Base Camp
Landmarks/POIs Mera La Pass Mera Peak Kusum Kanguru Peak 43 Kangtega Malanphulan - Day 11
Mera La Base Camp to High Camp
You'll trek cautiously from Base Camp to High Camp, watching for the safest climbing routes. To the east you'll see Chamlang, Makalu, and Baruntse, while to the north are Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse. This is when you sharpen your mountaineering techniques.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek from Base Camp to High Camp
- Mountaineering technique training
Landmarks/POIs Chamlang Makalu Baruntse Mount Everest Lhotse Nuptse - Day 12
Mera Peak Summit and Descent
Summit day arrives and you'll ascend Mount Mera at 6,461m with views of major Himalayan peaks including Everest, Cho Oyu, Nuptse, Makalu, Lhotse, Chamlang, Ama Dablam, and Kangchenjunga. After reaching the summit you'll descend to High Camp and continue to Khare.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Summit Mount Mera (6,461m)
Landmarks/POIs Mount Mera Mount Everest Cho Oyu Nuptse Makalu Lhotse Chamlang Baruntse Ama Dablam Kangchenjunga - Day 13
Khare to Khothey
You'll begin trekking back, passing through Thangnag and descending to Khothey at 3,600m. The route goes through Blue Himalayan pine forests with views of Mera peak, and you'll have time to rest and celebrate your summit achievement.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek from Khare through Thangnag to Khothey
Landmarks/POIs Thangnag Mera Peak - Day 14
Khothey to Thuli Kharka
Trekking back to Thuli Kharka takes you through the settlements of Gondishung, Mosomkharka, Tashing Ongma, and Tashing Dingma. You'll have continuous views of Mera mountain as you retrace your earlier route.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek through Gondishung (4,180m)
- Trek through Mosomkharka (3,691m)
- Trek through Tashing Ongma (3,530m)
- Trek through Tashing Dingma (4,010m) to Thuli Kharka
Landmarks/POIs Gondishung Mosomkharka Tashing Ongma Tashing Dingma Mera Peak - Day 15
Thuli Kharka to Lukla
You'll trek for about 2 hours to Zatrwa La Pass at 4,610m with views of the Lukla valley and surrounding peaks like Cho Oyu, Kongde Peak, Number Himal, and Kusum Kanguru. From there you'll descend through Chutanga (3,020m) to reach Lukla.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Lovely dinner in the land blessed by the purity of the mountains)
Included Activities
- Trek to Zatrwa La Pass (4,610m)
- Trek to Lukla via Chutanga (3,020m)
Landmarks/POIs Zatrwa La Pass Lukla Valley Cho Oyu Kongde Peak Number Himal Kusum Kanguru Chutanga - Day 16
Lukla to Kathmandu
You'll fly back from Lukla to Kathmandu on a scenic 30-minute flight over mountain ranges. With remaining time in the city you can explore and shop for Made in Nepal products like Pashmina, Lokta crafts, bronze statues, and wooden carvings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
Optional Activities
- Explore Kathmandu
- Shopping for Made in Nepal products and souvenirs
Landmarks/POIs Kathmandu
